If Christ has taken a strong hold, the path is simple, and the young may be saved many a pang. If Christ’s, they will surely learn the world is nothing, and its friendship enmity with God; but it is better and happier to learn it in the blessed company of Christ, than in regrets on a dying bed, or a heart repentant at loss and unfaithfulness.
I do not expect young Christians to have learned everything, but the Lord expects them to be faithful to the light they have received.
“And now, children, abide in Him, that when He shall appear, we may have confidence, and not be ashamed before Him at His coming.” (1 John 2:2828And now, little children, abide in him; that, when he shall appear, we may have confidence, and not be ashamed before him at his coming. (1 John 2:28)).