IT is a small thing to see Christ in a book, as men see the world in a map; but to come near unto Christ, to love Him and embrace Him, is quite another thing.
LOVELY Jesus! must be our song on this side of heaven’s gates. And even when we have won the castle, then must we eternally sing, ‘Worthy is the Lamb who hath saved us, and washed us in His own blood!’ I would counsel all the ransomed ones to learn the song.
As to your fears anent the health or life of your dear children, lay them upon Christ’s shoulders, let Him bear all. Loose your grip of them all; and when your dear Lord pulleth, let them go with faith and joy. It is a tried faith to kiss a Lord that is taking from you.