February 29

Thou shalt remember all the way which the Lord thy God led thee.—DECT. VIII. 2.

WHEN anxieties disturb, or troubles depress, do I remember God's goodness in the past, and how thus far he has brought me through every diffi- culty and trial? And does the remembrance fill me with thankfulness for that past and courage for the future? When a new mercy meets me do I see a Father's love in it? And do I follow cheerfully where his providence leads, being devoutly grateful that he is guiding me, at every step, to my home in heaven?

Could we look upon our entire life, and take in all its changes as by a single glance, every step would be seen to have been guided by God's mercy. Through our whole career, we should see the angels of divine goodness, guarding from temptation, shielding from danger, supplying our wants, and leading us safely day by day. Not a step but would show us the un- bounded goodness of God, and call for constant thank- fulness to him.

Take up thy burden, ever forward pressing:

Fight thy way onward, fearless day by day; The steady hand, the tireless heart possessing.

The stars of faith and hope to light the way. Remember all the way thy God hath led thee,

And while thanksgivings swell thy grateful breast, Still follow where his fire and cloud shall guide thee,

Through life's lone desert to the heavenly rest.