Review and Herald, Vol. 88, No. 1. (1/5/1911)

Review and Herald

Jan 5, 1911

Review and Herald Publishing Association · Takoma Park Station, Washington, D. C. · Jan 5, 1911

LUTHER

By George E. Tack

Not his the dreamer's lot, idly to dwell In pleasant fields, far from the strifes of men Who vex their souls with trifling why and when, And in the marts of Fame their conscience sell. Nay, he had drunk from life's pure, sparkling well, And felt the rapture of the life divine, And with his eyes anointed held the shrine Of God's great glory, which he fain must tell.

Long years he labored in the realm of right,— The deathless right,— and fought for conscience free From priestly bondage, while blind error's night He flamed with heavenly truth, that all might see The way to God, and, like him, fearless stand, A freeman in God's faithful band.

GEORGE E. TACK.

Baltimore.

January Number

LIFE AND HEALTH

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The Mothers’ Counselor and the Babies’ Friend

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The Present Infant Mortality

Shown to Be Not Necessary—Result of Ignorance

This great number of Life and Health contends that no question is of more importance than that of the prevention of the many unnecessary infant funerals; and that the one essential thing necessary to save infant life in this country is

Proper Instruction to Mothers

Ninety per cent of the babies dying before the end of the first year are bottle-fed.

The business of rearing a baby must be classified as an “extra-hazardous occupation.”

January Issue Sentiments

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My Refuge (Ps. 91:15)

By Mrs. L. D. Avery-Stuttle

MRS. L. D. AVERY-STUTTLE

ONE day across my path there stalked A hideous specter dark and dread; My heart was chilled; he only mocked; I dared not raise my coward head. My soul seemed crushed; I could not sing; My life—a wasted, worthless thing.

And then a mocking voice I heard: “Give up, give up thy faith in God!” The night winds caught the awful word, And echoes sounded it abroad. The starless heavens gave no light; My day had turned to blackest night.

Then to the specter grim I turned: “Tell me, I pray thee, what thy name?” With withering stroke my form he spurned As quick the doleful answer came (His smile was such as demons wear): “Mortal, my name is dark Despair.

“And I am come for thee; thy soul I claim as mine; thou needst not pray; Thy sins like ’whelming billows roll; Thou’st sinned ’gainst Heaven every day; ’Twere only vain to plead His grace; Behold, thy God hath hid his face.

“See; he afflicteth thee; behold, Thy best beloved lies low in death; He gives thee neither friend nor gold, And cutteth short thy flickering breath. ’Twere vain to seek his favor; see, Though thou hast sought to serve him, he Hath sent no word of cheer to thee.”

I thought to pray: my throat was bound, My tongue was parched, my strength was spent; My quivering lips gave forth no sound; Black grew the very firmament.

And then the specter stooped to throw His inky mantle round my heart; His shadow blacker seemed to grow; I could not bid the fiend depart. In cheerless, hopeless misery I crouched before him helplessly.

Then, sudden, through the heavens afar, I saw a rugged cross shine out, And through the gleaming gates ajar I heard a thousand voices shout: *“Behold the love that died for thee! Behold the cross of Calvary!”*

Then quick the demon took his flight; Before that cross he could not stand. My darkness changed to beaming light; I reached and grasped my Saviour’s hand.

By dumb Despair no more oppressed, I found sweet peace and joy and rest.

Lansing, Mich.

Words to Our Workers

By Ellen G. White

(Concluded)

MRS. E. G. WHITE

BE determined not to please the enemy by allowing words of unfavorable criticism to lead you to retaliate, or to depress you. Make the enemy's efforts a failure so far as you are concerned. Then the Lord will draw near to you, and will give you a rich measure of love and peace and joy, so deep and full that even in the midst of the trial of your faith, you can bear triumphant witness to the truth of the word of promise. You will have a sense of the divine presence. The eyes of your understanding will be enlightened, and the truth that at times you have seen but dimly, you will then see clearly. You will be able to tell the story of the cross with a deep appreciation of the Saviour's love; for this love will have melted your heart. You will bear about with you in the daily life the witness that Christ is formed within, the hope of glory.

Our Burden-Bearer

Look constantly to Jesus. Take all your troubles to him. He will never misunderstand you. He is the refuge of his people. Under the shadow of his protection, they can pass unharmed. Believe in him and trust in him. He will not give you up to the spoiler. Flee to the stronghold, and learn that the power of Christ to strengthen and to help passes all comprehension. Open the door of the heart, and let Jesus enter, to fill your life with his peace, his grace, his joy. Then you can say: “Although the fig tree shall not blossom, neither shall fruit be in the vines; the labor of the olive shall fail, and the fields shall yield no meat; the flock shall be cut off from the fold, and there shall be no herd in the stalls; yet I will rejoice in the Lord, I will joy in the God of my salvation.”

Dear Christian friends, drop the burdens that God does not ask you to carry. The more you think and talk of these self-imposed burdens, the larger they grow, until at last they will utterly destroy your faith and courage. Do not think that when you walk with Jesus, you must walk in the shadow. The happiest people in the world are those who trust in Jesus and gladly do his bidding. From the lives of those who follow him, unrest and discontent are banished. With a full heart they echo the words, Wisdom's “ways are ways of pleasantness, and all her paths are peace.” They may meet with trial and difficulty, but their lives are full of joy; for Christ walks beside them, and his presence makes the pathway bright.

The Source of Strength

We must live by the moment, and every moment we are to watch. We can not tell when the hour will come for our probation to close, our work to end. We know that often those who go out from their homes never return again alive; therefore, when you arise in the morning, rise with the praise of God on your lips, and when you go out to work, go with a prayer to God for help. If you have a large amount of work to do, then you have need of much prayer as well. If you have heavy burdens, then you are to seek the throne of God with greater earnestness; and as you seek after God, he takes your hand and lays it in his own.

Wait for a leaf from the tree of life. This will soothe and refresh you, filling your heart with peace and joy. Fix your thoughts upon the Saviour. Go apart from the bustle of the world, and sit under Christ's shadow. Then, amid the din of daily toil and conflict, your strength will be renewed. It is positively necessary for us to sit down sometimes, and think of how the Saviour descended from heaven, from the throne of God, to show what human beings may become if they will unite their weakness to his strength. Having gained renewal of strength by communion with God, we may go on our way rejoicing, praising him for the privilege of bringing the sunshine of Christ's love into the lives of those we meet. Those with whom we associate will be helped as they come within the sphere of our influence. In listening to our words and watching our actions, they will be strengthened to press forward in the heavenly way.

Measureless Results

Heavenly intelligences are waiting to co-operate with human instrumentalities, that the world may see what human beings may become through a union with the divine. Those who consecrate body, soul, and spirit to God's service will constantly receive a new endowment of physical, mental, and spiritual power. The inexhaustible supplies of heaven are at their command. Christ gives them the life of his life. The Holy Spirit puts forth its highest energies to work in mind and heart. Through the grace given us, we may achieve victories which, because of our defects of character and the smallness of our faith, may have seemed to us impossible. To every one who offers himself to the Lord for service, withholding nothing, is given power for the attainment of measureless results.

Duty Toward the Homeless and Destitute

By G. W. Amadon

G. W. AMADON

1. What did God say concerning widows and orphans?

“Ye shall not afflict any widow or fatherless child.” Ex. 22: 22.

2. If injustice was done, what would be the sure result?

“If thou afflict them in any wise, and they cry at all unto me, I will surely hear their cry.” Verse 23.

3. How does the apostle James define pure religion?

“Pure religion and undefiled before God and the Father is this, To visit the fatherless and widows in their affliction, and to keep himself unspotted from the world.” James 1: 27.

4. What does the psalmist say of those who have a tender regard for the poor?

“Blessed is he that considereth the poor: the Lord will deliver him in time of trouble.” Ps. 41: 1.

5. In referring to the way he dealt with the needy, what does Job say?

“I was a father to the poor; and the cause which I knew not I searched out.” Job 29: 16.

6. What does the Bible say of those who excuse themselves from coming in contact with cases of poverty?

“He that giveth unto the poor shall not lack: but he that hideth his eyes shall have many a curse.” Prov. 28: 27.

7. What strong language does Job use in mentioning his general course toward the poor?

“If I . . . have eaten my morsel myself alone, and the fatherless have not eaten thereof; . . . if I have seen any perish for want of clothing, or any poor without covering; . . . then let mine arm fall from my shoulder-blade, and mine arm be broken from the bone.” Job 31: 16-22.

8. What do the Scriptures say of those who are blessed with the good things of this world, and yet do not minister to the wants of the needy?

“But whoso hath this world's good, and seeth his brother have need, and shutteth up his bowels of compassion from him, how dwelleth the love of God in him?” 1 John 3: 17.

9. In interpreting Nebuchadnezzar's remarkable dream, what counsel did Daniel give the proud monarch?

“O king, let my counsel be acceptable unto thee, and break off thy sins by righteousness, and thine iniquities by showing mercy to the poor.” Dan. 4: 27.

10. What does God say of those who have a thoughtful regard for the poor?

“He that hath pity upon the poor lendeth unto the Lord; and that which he hath given will he pay him again.” Prov. 19: 17.

11. In what way will God reward the soul of the liberal?

“Give, and it shall be given unto you: good measure, pressed down, and shaken together, and running over, shall men give into your bosom.” Luke 6: 38.

12. What did God anciently say concerning the existence of the poor in his land?

“The poor shall never cease out of the land.” Deut. 15: 11.

13. What does the Saviour say on the same point?

“Ye have the poor always with you.” Matt. 26: 11.

14. Anciently, what general law did God establish respecting the poor?

“Therefore I command thee, saying, Thou shalt open thine hand wide unto thy brother, to thy poor, and to thy needy, in thy land.” Deut. 15: 11.

15. What did the Lord say about giving to the poor with a grudging spirit?

“Thou shalt surely give him, and thine heart shall not be grieved when thou givest unto him.” Deut. 15: 10.

“God loveth a cheerful giver.” 2 Cor. 9: 7.

16. In what way does the prophet Jeremiah speak concerning God's care for orphans and widows?

“Leave thy fatherless children, I will preserve them alive; and let thy widows trust in me.” Jer. 49: 11.

17. What does the psalmist say of those children who are abandoned by their parents?

“When my father and my mother forsake me, then the Lord will take me up.” Ps. 27: 10.

18. How does God sustain widows and orphans and homeless children?

ANSWER: By moving the hearts of others to carry out the principles of the second great commandment, “Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself.” Matt. 22: 39.

19. What does God plainly say of the liberal soul?

“The liberal soul shall be made fat; and he that watereth shall be watered also himself.” Prov. 11: 25.

20. In a prophecy of the last days what does God say will be particularly acceptable to him?

“Is it not to deal thy bread to the hungry, and that thou bring the poor that are cast out to thy house? when thou seest the naked, that thou cover him?” Isa. 58: 7.

21. When the Lord's people do this in the right spirit, what will be the result?

“Then shall thy light break forth as the morning, and thine health [temporal and spiritual] shall spring forth speedily; and thy righteousness shall go before thee; the glory of the Lord shall be thy rereward. Then shalt thou call, and the Lord shall answer; thou shalt cry, and he shall say, Here I am.” Isa. 58: 8, 9.

22. In speaking of the closing work of the gospel, what does the Saviour say to his people?

“Fear not, little flock; for it is your Father's good pleasure to give you the kingdom. Sell that ye have, and give alms; provide yourselves bags which wax not old, a treasure in the heavens that faileth not, where no thief approacheth, neither moth corrupteth. For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also. Let your loins be girded about, and your lights burning, and ye yourselves like unto men that wait for their lord, when he will return from the wedding; that when he cometh and knocketh, they may open unto him immediately.” Luke 12: 32-36.

23. What is alms?

Webster says: “Anything given gratuitously to relieve the poor; as money, food, or clothing; a gift of charity; charity.”

24. Does not the language of the Saviour quoted above, prove that when the gospel message is closing, much will be done for needy orphans and widows by the church?

25. In the scenes of the judgment what will the King say to those on his right hand?

“Come, ye blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world: for I was an hungered, and ye gave me meat: I was thirsty, and ye gave me drink: I was a stranger, and ye took me in: naked, and ye clothed me: I was sick, and ye visited me: I was in prison, and ye came unto me. . . . Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me.” Matt. 25: 34-40.

Battle Creek, Mich.

Its Dependence Upon the People

By J. O. Corliss

History of the Jewish Priesthood — No. 6

Its Dependence Upon the People

J. O. CORLISS

In separating the Levites from among the other tribes for the service of God, they were also deprived of all inheritance in the country of their residence. Deut. 14:29. This was a wise rule, because it tended to simplify their lives, and to give them an individual purpose in their calling. Had they been required to provide a support for themselves and their families, their devotion to religious work would have been inconstant, and therefore detrimental to the religious interests of the people.

On the other hand, the people for whom the Levites lived and labored were required to provide for the sustenance of the Levites, so that their entire time

could be devoted to the special work to which they were called. The people were especially enjoined not to forget the needs of the Levites. Deut. 12:19. A specific regulation was approved, by which each householder in all the tribes might contribute his share of this support, and that none might be exempt from the general requisition. This, too, was just, inasmuch as the services of the Levites were open to all classes, high and low, rich and poor alike.

This regulation included, first of all, a tenth part of all that was raised in Israel. Num. 18:20, 21. These tithes of the land’s increase were mostly carried, in kind, to certain storehouses, where officers were appointed to receive the tithes, and apportion them out to the Levites according to their needs. Neh. 13:12, 13. At one time this custom had fallen into decay, and the inevitable result followed; namely, the Levites were obliged to seek their living in the fields. Verse 10.

The tithes thus received by the Levites were counted as an heave-offering, or an oblation lifted up unto God, by the people. Verse 24. The Levite (descended from Moses), being the first removed above the people, was supposed to offer a tenth from his portion received, as another heave-offering, this one to be lodged with the anointed family of Aaron. This second heave-offering was counted to the Levite as if it had been his own increase of the threshing-floor or the wine-press. Verses 26-30. Failing to offer the tenth of the tithe he received, the Levite became guilty of sin, by the use of that which came from the people to him. Verses 31, 32.

Besides this secondary heave-offering from the Levites of the people’s tithes, the priests, because of their heavenly anointing, were given charge over all other offerings of the people, and to them fell all that part of the sacrifices reserved from the fire, such as trespass- and sin-offerings, the wave-offering, also the best of the oil, wine, and wheat, the first-fruits of which were offered, and were partaken of by the entire family of each priest, provided they had in no way become unfitted to do so. Num. 18:8-19.

It has been stated that the Levites had no inheritance in the land of Israel. While no one portion of the country was set apart for their tribe, they did have no fewer than forty-eight cities assigned to them for places of abode. These cities were located in various parts of the country and among all the tribes. Some tribes gave more of their cities for this purpose, and some fewer, according to the number each possessed. Num. 35:7, 8.

Each of the cities thus controlled by the Levites had suburbs of large extent. These have been estimated to include enough land for each Levite to occupy fifteen acres. Num. 35:2-5. Besides area enough for family gardens and vineyards, the rest of the land was devoted to grazing purposes. But while so large a tract was allotted to these sanctuary workers, and they were permitted to dwell there two weeks out of every three, yet this plan was not designed for their financial profit. One object in the home labor was to provide good health and a clear mind for direct contact with the people; their cattle industry was for the advancement of God’s work in another way.

When the Levites were separated from the other tribes for the special work of the sanctuary, they were thus selected in the place of the first-born of all the other tribes. With them were also dedicated to the Lord all their cattle, instead of the firstlings of cattle belonging to the other tribes. By this plan the Levites provided, from the cattle on their ranges, all the daily national offerings required. Num. 3:41. It was for this reason that they were given such large scope of lands for grazing purposes. Joshua 14:4. So whether the Levites were at the sanctuary or in the cities allotted to them, they were constantly employed in the interests of the sanctuary work.

Matters did not always move smoothly, however, between the priests and the Levites. As in every other age, there came times when the latter thought the former were not conducting their affairs of office properly. One special revolt against the priests was led by Korah, a Levite of considerable renown. Conspiring with three others of the tribe of Reuben, the four men succeeded in winning the good offices of two hundred fifty leading princes of the nation for the overthrow of the controlling priests.

Their plea was that the congregation was already holy, and did not need the ministrations of the priests, by which they became so greatly lifted above the rank and file of the people. Num. 16:3. It soon became evident, however, that these men were reaching to obtain the very office they decried. Regardless of the organization ordained of God, they were ready to destroy the existing order, that they themselves might assume the responsibilities of leading the people. They had so deceived themselves about the situation, and had so far secured sympathizers for their cause, that they were willing to risk their standing with the people in the hope of vindication, by simply renouncing the priestly administration.

But when a priestly test was offered by Moses, they at first refused to come forward and take the censers offered them. They excused themselves on the ground that they feared Moses desired to bring them out in the open, where he could kill them without reserve. Moses, however, pressed the matter, saying that since they had sought elevation to the priesthood, it was at least unbecoming to hide behind such unwarranted assumptions.

Korah and the leaders in his rebellion were finally induced, probably from shame, to accept the challenge, and were removed quickly by the Lord’s hand, through the earth opening where they stood and engulfing them. The two hundred fifty princes who had sympathized with these leaders were then devoured by descending fire, in the presence of all the people.

This was but the same old story, which was first manifested in the case of Satan, of reaching for power not delegated by God, in order to stand above others, and to rule over them. Isa. 14:13, 14. It is strange that men have not even yet learned to let God direct his own people in his own way, but are still willing to lead attacks against heaven’s organized work. As in the case of the Levite Korah, such efforts are generally backed by overweening ambition to fill the place, and to take over the power, of the antagonized. The entire eighteenth chapter of Numbers is profitable for consideration by all such.

Mountain View, Cal.

The Two Laws

By M. E. Steward

M. E. STEWARD

One is substance, the other a shadow.

God has had a law for the human family every since their creation.

1. Adam disobeyed God’s law, and brought death, which was the penalty of transgression, upon all his posterity. Rom. 5:13, 14.

2. The Creator provided a Saviour for man, one who should endure the penalty of disobedience in man’s place.

3. This substitute, this Saviour, did not immediately appear and suffer for man. The Lord intervened a system of sacrifices, which should represent Christ and his atonement for man. This system was governed in every detail by a code of laws, which is known as the ceremonial law.

Difference between the original law of God, and this secondary, ceremonial law:—

1. The law of God is the ten moral precepts. The ceremonial law “stood only in meats and drinks, and divers washings, and carnal ordinances.” Heb. 9:10.

2. “The law is holy, and the commandment holy, and just, and good.” Rom. 7:12. “The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul” (Ps. 19:7); but the ceremonial law could never “make the comers thereunto perfect.” Heb. 10:1.

The scope, or range, of the moral law:—

1. The moral law of ten commandments includes everything that pertains to man’s life. Matt. 5:21-48.

2. This law, being “perfect,” is immutable; nothing can be either added to, or taken away from, one of its ten commandments.

3. “Christ is the end of the law for righteousness [not for transgression, which would be the case if the Saviour abolished the law] to every one that believeth.” Rom. 10:4.

Who are the subjects of the moral law of God?

1. Every human being is required to

obey it; “all the world.” This was said divinely to Gentile believers after the death of Christ. Rom. 3:19.

2. Christ is “the Lamb of God, which taketh away the sin of the world.” John 1:29.

3. The subjects of the law are all accountable creatures, in time and in eternity. Jer. 10:10.

The continuance of the two laws:—

1. The moral law will never pass away. “All his commandments are sure. They stand fast forever and ever.” Ps. 111:7, 8.

2. “Till heaven and earth pass, one jot or one tittle shall in no wise pass from the law, till all be fulfilled.” Matt. 5:17, 18. There are prophecies to be fulfilled in the eternal ages.

3. The ceremonial law ceased at the cross by natural limitation, just as a shadow ceases when it reaches its substance. Being instituted to prefigure Christ and his work of redemption, it had no office after Christ appeared. Heb. 9:9-12.

Mountain View, Cal.

Young Men Wanted

By T. H. Jeys

T. H. JEYS

As I go about from place to place, I frequently see the above heading in prominent letters, followed by the explanation that young, able-bodied men of good character are desired for the United States army or navy. Then follows information concerning wages, board, clothing, privileges, opportunities for promotion, etc. All this is because this government needs soldiers who can be trained, drilled, and marched against the enemy in case of war.

The King of the universe has declared war against the principalities and powers of evil, against spiritual wickedness in high places. He, too, is calling for volunteers. YOUNG MEN WANTED! is written high in the conditions which now obtain in this great controversy. Life enlistments only are to be accepted. To all who now enlist, exceptional advantages are offered. The conflict, so long continued, is about to end. A great triumph is to be enjoyed by those who have participated in the war. Whatever advantages past ages have offered are here and now increased and magnified.

No doubt exists as to the final result of this conflict. Those who join this army now, and prove faithful soldiers, are sure of promotion. To them it will be given to "follow the Lamb whithersoever he goeth." While the wage at present is not always great, the arrangement is such that all rewards are cumulative; and inasmuch as the time is near for the war to end, this feature should be carefully noted. Food and clothing are guaranteed. "Bread shall be given him; his water shall be sure." "In the days of famine they shall be satisfied."

While Satan is offering inducements of wealth, fame, honor, and earthly preferment, would that our young men might see the wisdom of heeding the divine call for enlistment in the higher and better war.

Campobello, S. C.

Departing and Being With Christ

By S. THURSTON

S. THURSTON

— “For I am in a strait betwixt two, having a desire to depart, and to be with Christ: which is far better.” Phil. 1:23.

To some the foregoing scripture seems “hard to be understood,” and “they that are unlearned and unstable” wrest it, “as they do also the other scriptures, unto their own destruction.” 2 Peter 3:16. Allow me to illustrate this text.

We will suppose that Mr. Simon resides in Los Angeles, and has a son George, living in Chicago. The eldest son, who resides with the father, is about to be married, and very elaborate preparations are to be made for the wedding. George receives a cordial invitation to attend. He feels worn with cares, and desires to depart, and be with his elder brother. But his business needs him; so he is in a strait betwixt the two. But he decides to go. He steps into a car of the overland train at Chicago, lays off all cares, and begins to rest. The next day after his departure, Harry Dunlap calls at his place of business, and inquires for George Simon, and is informed that he has gone to Los Angeles. But is he in Los Angeles?—O, no! he is in the car, where he remains until he arrives at his destination a few days later.

His elder brother is anxious to see George, so he meets the early train at the station at the end of the journey, and quickly passes through the car, and readily finds George, who is sleeping. He says: “George, awake!” What a happy meeting! George bids a glad farewell to the dusty car, and with his elder brother steps into the finest automobile in the city; and they speed along until they reach the gates of the father’s home. And, lo, there is the father, with friends and neighbors, waiting to welcome George to the land of sunshine, fruits, and flowers!

So with weary Paul, lashed, stoned, and imprisoned, all for Christ’s sake. He desired to depart, and be with Christ, his Elder Brother, which was far better. And yet the gospel work had need of him; so he was in a strait betwixt the two. When he did depart this life, he went into the dusty grave, and his life was hid with Christ in God. Was Paul with Christ the day he departed this life?—O, no! no more than was George Simon in Los Angeles the day he departed from Chicago. So with Job: when he departed this life, the grave was his house, in which he waits until his change comes; then the Lord will call, and he will answer. Job 17:13; 14:13-15. Just so with Paul, who believed and taught this same truth. 1 Thess. 4:13-18. Christ also taught the same thing. John 5:28, 29.

Yes, dear reader, Paul will remain in the grave until the wheels of time roll the car of salvation on to its journey’s end. Then Christ, who is his life, will appear, and Paul will appear with him in glory. Col. 3:3, 4. O, what a happy meeting that will be, when Christ, our Elder Brother, will come to awaken not only Brother Paul, but all the righteous sleepers of all ages! How his voice will resound o’er land and sea, when he says, “Awake and sing, ye that dwell in dust!” Isa. 26:19. And what a chorus of voices will respond to that call, as the sleepers come forth, bidding adieu to the grave, singing the song of victory, “O death, where is thy sting? O grave, where is thy victory?” 1 Cor. 15:55.

What visions of glory will encircle the heavens in that eventful day! Not the best motor car in Los Angeles, but the chariots of fire, brought by our Elder Brother from the livery of heaven, with all the holy angels, to gather and escort the repentant sons and daughters of Adam to the home of the Father, in the paradise of heaven, forevermore to be adopted as sons and daughters into the family of God. How those chariots will speed on, gilding their fiery pathway with glory, until they reach the gates of the celestial city, the Father’s home, in the fatherland! No words can describe the added visions of the glory of heaven, the immortal crowns of glory, the marriage feast, the glad welcome from the Father and the heavenly family gathered from every star-gemmed province in the whole universe of God. All will be there waiting and watching for the Chief Shepherd as he comes home, bringing the one lost sheep, this one lost world. What music, what hosannas of rejoicing, as he nears the gates! What a procession as they march up the broad, golden avenue to the marriage supper, the wedding feast!

Summerland, Cal.

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