we seem to see a child without
a single care. By Henry Law, the beloved of
the Lord shall dwell in safety by him. Deuteronomy chapter 33,
verse 12. Survey the picture. It is lovely
in repose. We seem to see a child without
a single care, seated securely by a parent's side. No anxious
fears disturb. Undoubting trust spreads its
calm influence. A father, strong and watchful,
is at hand. An arm is ready to defend. The
happy child knows it and confides. The image tenderly depicts the
true believer's blessed state. He sits in peace beside his God. Faith's wings have borne him
upwards. His heart and thoughts have settled in a tranquil realm.
The restless wanderings of former days are past. There was a time
when he was tossed about on stormy waves. He wandered hopelessly
in search of peace. But now he rests in his God.
His home is by his father's side. The beloved of the Lord shall
dwell in safety by him. With filial confidence, bring
each trial, each trouble, each sorrow, each need, each affliction,
each doubt, each distress to your father's listening ear.
God is near to cheer you, to bless you, to wipe your weeping
eye, to soothe your wounded heart, to raise your drooping spirit,
to send the pilgrim singing on his way. The beloved of the Lord
shall dwell in safety by him. Deuteronomy chapter 33, verse
12.