October 17

He that saith he abideth in him, ought himself also so to walk, even as he walked.—1 John 2:6.

DO I endeavor to be a faithful follower of him whom I call my Lord and Master? Do I cherish his Spirit, and try to imitate his example of perfect obedience? Do I remember that he himself has said, that in keeping his commandments is the great proof that we truly love him? Do I try to walk as he walked, that I may honor him, and that by letting my light shine I may lead others to him?

The strong argument for the truth of Christianity is the true Christian; the man filled with the Spirit of Christ. The best proof of Christ's resurrection is a living Church, which itself is walking in a new life, and drawing life from him who hath overcome death.—CHRISTLIER.

The Christian is the world's Bible. Men of the world do not read God's word to find out what is religion. They look to the life and conduct of those who profess to believe it. A holy life is the most powerful preaching. Many a man has been led to Christ by the consistent life of some one of his followers. *

My dear Redeemer and my Lord, I read my duty in thy word; But in thy life the law appears, Drawn out in living characters. Be thou my pattern; make me bear, More of thy gracious image here; Then God, the Judge, shall own my name, Among the followers of the Lamb.—WATTS.