But now] That is, seeing that they did not return when they might, hereby they manifestly declared, that they desired a better. heavenly] 2 Corinthians 5:1. ashamed] That is, accounted it an honour to be called their God, because by their faith they gave glory unto God, thereby acknowledging his power and faithfulnesse: or, in an especiall manner to be called their God, though he were the God of the whole world, Genesis 24:3. called] Genesis 26:24. Exodus 3:6. 15. & 4. 5. prepared] Matthew 27:34. 1 Corinthians 2:9.