Part II. — The
reality of communion with Christ is proved chap. i.; and the nature of it is
subsequently considered, ii.
It is shown to consist in grace; and then the grace of Christ is exhibited
under three divisions:— his personal grace, iii.–vi.; and under this branch are two
long digressions, designed to unfold the glory and loveliness of Christ; —
purchased grace, vii.–x.; in which the mediatorial work of
Christ is fully considered, in reference to our acceptance with God, vii., viii.; sanctification, ix.; and the privileges of the
covenant, x.; — and
grace as communicated by the Spirit, and
conspicuous in the fruits of personal holiness. This last division is
illustrated under sanctification, as contained under the head of
purchased grace.