NOT long ago a sorrowful event took place, of not unusual occurrence in stormy weather, at sea. A small coal ship, containing four persons, was sunk the ship was insured, but the lives on board were lost. There had been wisdom shown in insuring the skip; but who can answer the solemn question, Were those four immortal SOULS insured? It must remain a secret till that day when the secrets of all hearts shall be revealed. But their earthly pilgrimage is over. Dear reader, you are spared a little longer; I would, therefore, earnestly and affectionately ask you the question on which your happiness for time and eternity depends — Is YOUR SOUL INSURED?
I entreat you not to pass by this question lightly, or to suppose it one which cannot be answered. Why should any be wise for time, and foolish for eternity? If men insure their houses, and other things in their possession, “which all are to perish with the using,” why should they not be equally careful for their never-dying souls?