Special evangelistic services were being held in a busy, city in New York State. At the close of a gospel address an, invitation was given for inquirers to remain for personal conversation. A number stayed and repaired to a room set apart for the purpose. Before the congregation had completely dispersed the preacher returned to the hall from the inquiry room. Deeply impressed with the thought that there were others present desirous of becoming Christians, he made a stirring appeal to such to accept God's salvation that night. For a moment there was silence. It was broken by a young lady who rose from a pew near the back of the building. In firm, clear tones she said: "I wish to be saved tonight!”
She then walked up the center of the hall, every eye being turned toward her and entered the inquiry room. The Holy Spirit convicted her of sin and she longed for forgiveness. Soon she was, rejoicing in Christ as her Savior. "Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that believeth On Me hath everlasting life." John 6:4747Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that believeth on me hath everlasting life. (John 6:47).
Peace and joy filled her heart. That night she retired to, rest conscious that if she were called into eternity ere the morning dawned she would be in glory with the Lord Jesus.
On, the following Wednesday, as the gospel service was closing, a Christian who had just entered the hall asked to be allowed to speak for a few minutes. He began by reminding those present of what had taken place on the preceding Lord's Day evening. He told of the young lady standing up, expressing her desire to be saved, and going into the inquiry room. He told of her happy conversion there. Then with deep emotion he added: "I have just come from her death bed. She was taken ill on Monday, and tonight she passed into eternity. Her heart was full of peace and joy; and before her departure to be with Christ, she exultingly said: `I thank God I accepted Christ last Sunday night.'”
The audience heard the narration of this incident in stunned silence. God had spoken. The importance of immediate acceptance of Christ was brought home to some as it never had been before.
And to you, dear reader, may it speak as loudly. May this moment be to you the "valley of decision.”