Sam was a little boy and had a special liking for strawberry jam. One day when his mother was out shopping the temptation was too strong for him; into the pantry he went to help himself to some of his favorite jam.
It so happened that his mother finished her shopping early and arrived home sooner than Sam expected. Sam truly loved his mother but he did not love her appearing at that moment.
Have I an object, Lord, below
Which would divide my heart with Thee?
O teach me quickly to return,
And cause my heart afresh to burn.
ML-01/14/1973