Keep a warm gospel heart. Christian experience, according to Philippians, is full of the gospel. Paul was as hearty in gospel work at the close of his course as at the commencement. Compare Acts 9 with 2 Timothy. Never deceive yourself by the thought that because you are getting on in higher lines of truth, therefore your interest in gospel work must flag. The joy of Father, Son and Spirit in Luke 15 is essentially a gospel joy. Muse well on that word: "Joy shall be in heaven over one sinner that repenteth." Take care not to follow in the wake of the elder son: "He was angry and would not go in."
Lord, lay some soul upon my heart,
And love that soul through me,
That I may nobly do my part
To bring that soul to Thee.
0 Savior, heed my fervent cry,
I long Thy name to glorify
In bringing souls to Thee!