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Pacific Press Publishing Company · Mountain View, California · Apr 18, 1906

FromSigns of the Times, Vol. 32, No. 16

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TWO OFFERINGS.

ONE

Was from a well-to-do family, Who were accounted generous, Were reputed to be liberal. Made much of what they gave. Owned much real estate. Professed to be Christians. Solicitor expected much. Their contribution amounted to $20.

MORAL.

“How hardly shall they that have riches enter into the kingdom of God.” Luke 18:24.

THE OTHER

From a servant of the same family, Had no account taken of her. Had no such reputation. Gave in the spirit of humility. Owned but the clothes she had. She was a Christian. Solicitor expected little. Her contribution amounted to $20.

MORAL.

“Hath not God chosen the poor of this world rich in faith, and heirs of the kingdom?” James 2:5.—Selected.