This abridged version of Richard Baxter's reflective work offers readers a glimpse into the personal thoughts and beliefs of one of the most influential figures in English Puritanism. Baxter addresses topics such as sin, repentance, and the afterlife, sharing his insights with readers in a way that remains relevant to this day. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.