BE FAITHFUL IN THAT WHICH “IS LEAST.”
By J. F. Huenergardt
A great deal of time and energy are wasted in trying to accomplish what is not required, while small duties, which, if performed, would prove a source of great blessing, are neglected. An excuse for this course of action is often sought in that selfish thought: “I am here to distinguish myself, and I can not afford to waste my time with trifles.” But right here a great mistake is made. Why should we stumble over little things in our wild chase to gain that which may be entirely out of our reach? If we can cause a smile to take the place of a sigh, if we can lighten the load of but one weary wanderer, can we not call this life worth living? However small such deeds may appear to the eye of man, however weak our efforts may be, every kind word, every effort put forth to assist the helpless, is as much in the sight of our infinite Father, as the greatest deed performed by the most able among men. It is neglect in the home, in the church, in the prayer and missionary meetings,—in short, it is the neglect of all these small duties and privileges in everyday life that brings those many failures and discouragements so often experienced by the human family. It is because we are not faithful in little things that the greater can not be intrusted to us. Let us therefore, day by day, in joy and in sorrow, sow seeds of kindness by life's waters, and await the fulfillment of our Saviour's promise: He who is faithful in that which is least will be intrusted with much.