The following was written by Matthew Henry, and was found
after his death.
Would you know where I am? I am at home in my Father's
house--in the mansion Jesus prepared for me there. I am where I want to
be--where I have long and often desired to be. I am no longer on a stormy
sea--but in a safe and quiet harbor. My working time is done--I am resting! My
sowing time is done--I am reaping! My joy is as the joy of harvest!
Would you know how it is with me? I am perfect in holiness;
grace is swallowed up in glory!
Would you know what I am doing? I see God; I see Him as He
is; not as through a glass darkly, but face to face. The sight is transforming,
it makes me like Him! I am in the sweet enjoyment of my blessed Redeemer, whom
my soul loved, and for whose sake I was willing to part with all. I am here
bathing myself at the spring-head of heavenly pleasures and unutterable joys;
and, therefore, weep not for me. I am here singing hallelujahs incessantly to
Him who sits upon the throne, and rest not day or night from praising Him!
Would you know what company I have? Blessed company--better
than the best on earth; here are holy angels, and the spirits of just men made
perfect. I am here with Abraham, and Isaac, and Jacob, in the kingdom of God;
with blessed Paul, and Peter, and James, and John, and all the saints. And here
I meet with many old acquaintances that I fasted and prayed with, who came here
before me.
And, lastly, would you consider how long this is to
continue? It is a garland that never withers; a crown of glory that never fades
away; after millions of millions of ages, it will be as fresh as it is now;
and, therefore, weep not for me!
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