The Soul
Story★★★McDowell, the famous American composer, used to get himself in the mood for work by jotting down any little melody which might come to him. Then, when he had the mental machinery in motion, he would fling the scrap into the waste basket. Sometimes Mrs. McDowell would rescue these waifs. One became ‘““To a Wild Rose’’ —a simple song beloved of all. How many times did our Lord find discarded souls, and, touching them with His sacred love, give them to gladden and help the world! He can make something of our lives if only we will let Him. Shall we not trust Him?
The point
Just as a composer's discarded melody became a beloved song, Christ can take discarded, overlooked souls and make something beautiful of their lives.
Audience
Adults
Tone
Hopeful · Tender
To tell aloud
under a minute · 106 words