The Last Resort

Pacific Press Publishing Association · Mountain View, California · Aug 25, 1909

FromSigns of the Times, Vol. 36, No. 33.

A LITTLE incident, which illustrates the half-unconscious feeling which many people have about depending on divine providence, is related in the memoirs of Mary Somerville. When a girl she and her brother had coaxed their timid mother to accompany them on a sail. The day was sunny, but a stiff breeze was blowing, and presently the boat began to toss and roll. “George,” called Mrs. Fairfax to the captain, “this is an awful storm! I fear we are in great danger; mind how you steer; remember, I trust in you!” He replied, “Dinna trust in me, leddy; trust in God Almighty.” In perfect horror the lady exclaimed, “Dear me, is it come to that!”—Selected.