A Dog to the Rescue
Carlo was a very brave dog belonging to one of the leading citizens in a New England town. He was very much thought of both by his master and all who knew him. An intimate friend of his master gives … Continued
Tears for Gladness
In a social gathering, in a certain town, not long ago, the conversation turned to the prevailing tendency among men and women to fret over evils, whether imaginary or real. A minister who was present related an incident in his … Continued
The Pulpit in the Home
What the preacher is in the pulpit, the same the Christian householder is in his house. ~ Lewis Bayly
Be of Good Cheer
“How dismal you look!” said a bucket to his companion as they were going to the well. “Argh!” replied the other bucket, “I was reflecting on the uselessness of our being filled; for let us go away ever so full, … Continued
Begin Early
Let me now therefore, once more, before I finally cease to speak to this congregation, repeat, and earnestly press the counsel which I have often urged on the heads of families, while I was their pastor, to great painfulness in … Continued
Progress Report: June 2016
My main objective thus far has been to build up the database of quotes to further encourage family worship amongst the homes of Christians as well as build up an ever-growing database of child-friendly illustrations for parents to use in … Continued
A Monkey Hero
A nobleman had a favorite monkey — a large orangutan, which, you know, is the largest species of monkey, except the gorilla. This monkey was very much attached to his master, and to the baby boy, who was the pet … Continued
Parents Must Take Delight
The greatest stumbling block for children in worship is that their parents do not cherish the hour. Children can feel the difference between duty and delight. Therefore, the first and most important job of a parent is to fall in … Continued
Happy is the Family
Happy is that family where the worship of God is constantly and conscientiously maintained. Such houses are temples in which the Lord dwells, and castles garrisoned by a Divine power. I do not say, that, by honoring God in your … Continued