I wrote the previous account,
Theophilus,
about all
that Jesus began to do and teach,
until the day when he was taken up
having commanded the apostles
whom he had chosen
through the Holy Spirit,
to whom also
he presented himself,
living,
after his suffering,
with many proofs,
during forty days
appearing to them
and speaking about matters
concerning the Kingdom of God.
Keep us, O Lord, while we tarry on this earth,
in a serious seeking after thee,
and in an affectionate walking with thee,
every day of our lives;
that when thou comest,
we may be found not hiding our talent,
nor yet asleep with our lamp unfurnished,
but waiting and longing for our Lord,
our glorious King, for ever and ever.
Richard Baxter (1615-1691)