_Directions how to lead a heavenly life upon earth._
I. Avoid the hinderances to such a life: 222
1. Live not in any known sin, ibid
2. Be not earthly minded; 223
3. Beware of the company of the ungodly: 225
4. Be not satisfied with mere notions in religion; 226
5. Take heed of a proud spirit, 227
6. and a slothful spirit, 229
7. Nor rest in the preparatives to a heavenly life 232
II. Practise the duties which will promote this life, 233
1. Esteem heaven the only treasure and happiness; ibid
2. Labor to know your interest in it, 234
3. And how near it is; 235
4. Frequently and seriously talk of it; 236
5. Strive in every duty to raise your heart nearer to it; 237
6. To the same purpose improve every object and event; 238
7. Be much in the angelical work of praise; 239
8. Maintain believing thoughts of God's infinite love. 240
9. Observe and cherish the motions of God's Spirit, 241
10. Take due care of your bodily health. 242