December 13
Companions of the Way (Evening)Most gladly, therefore, will I glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.
WHEN the night comes, and the weariness Grows into fever, and thy anguish grows
Fiercer, and thou beseechest Him with tears, "Depart from me, O Lord, and let me rest!"
He will not leave thee, He will not depart, Nor loose thee, nor forget thee; but will clasp Thee closer in the thrilling of His arms,
No prayer of ours shall ease before their time. He gives His angels charge of those who sleep; But He Himself watches with those who wake.
HARRIET ELEANOR HAMILTON KING
WINTER'S HOPE