HOW STRANGE! by J. Clarke

Publishing Committee · Battle Creek, Mich. · Sep 4, 1860

HOW STRANGE!

By J. Clarke

If an individual should hear that there was evidence that a fortune of great value had fallen to him, how eagerly would he set about the work of securing his prize, and with what constancy would he pursue his course in his attainment: every item of evidence, and all skill available would be brought to bear on the case in his favor.

But in eternal interests, weightier than those of earth, more lasting than time, more precious than life, how cool! how indifferent! how incredulous! how dull! how stubborn! how lukewarm! Bad habits and favorite ideas, no matter how hurtful, must be cherished with tenderest care; but heaven, bright heaven, the eternal city, with its pearly gates and golden streets, its brilliant society, its glorious King, are not thought worth seeking for.

J. CLARKE.