John Gill
What then makes a man ready for death? First regeneration. As soon as man is born again he is ready to die and not before. Second sanctification. The work of grace and holiness must be in man transforming him from one degree to another. This is the oil in the wise virgins lamp that makes a believer readv when the Bridegroom comes. Third the righteousness of Christ imputed. No man will be admitted to the maraiage feast without the wedding garment. God will look for the pure white mantle Christ puts on us when the great day comes. Fourth being washed in the blood of Christ. Until we are washed clean of all guilt and condemnation we are too dirty for Heaven. Fifth. spiritual knowledge of Christ and true faith in Him. We must know in whom we have believed and be persuaded that He is able to keep us until He calls us.