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Illustration★★★★A Christian doctor in London wanted to arouse his page- boy as to the salvation of his soul. One night he explained how ‘the Lord Himself shall descend from heaven with a shout” (I Thess. 4:16), and concluded, “When the Lord comes, you may have my house, John.”
The boy looked surprised. “And my carriages’—more surprise; “and my turniture, and money.” “Thanks,” gasped the boy. Alone in bed he began to think, “If the doctor goes to heaven, what will I do with his house, his carriage, etc.?
Where will I be?” He aroused his master, explained his desire, was pointed to Christ, and ere morning was also ready. Do we live as if we really expected the Lord to come at any time? Do others see that expectancy in us and in our man- ner of life?—The Philippine Evangelist. me ee me
The point
A Christian doctor explains Christ's return to his pageboy; when the boy realizes the doctor won't be there to leave him possessions, he awakens to salvation and becomes ready for the Lord's coming.