THIS little girl and her big dog have been having a play together and seem very happy. They probably have been running to keep warm, for the snow everywhere shows it is cold.
But what have they met out on this prairie—someone’s pet pussy! The poor thing is Lost: she has wandered away from her home and is in trouble. How foolish she was not to stay where she was loved and cared for; just see how frightened she is at the big dog. The little girl is holding him back, lest he harm the kitty in his rough play. What will become of the poor creature? Maybe the little girl will feel sorry for it and take it home with her.
Do you know, children, that there are many people in the same condition as this foolish kitten—they are lost and just as helpless as it is. They are wandering from God, and being attracted by things in this world till they forget all about Jesus, and what he wants to do for them.
They might he among those who have a home in heaven which Jesus has prepared for those who love Him. They might he enjoying the real peace and happiness too that He gives to all who have put their trust in Him: but no, they prefer to stay away from Jesus and to wander on in their own way not heeding His loving invitations to them.
Do not be among this number. Jesus wants you to love Him and follow Him. Think, of all that He did for you while on the cross to save you and give you the forgiveness of your sins.
ML 03/22/1925