It was night. A furious storm was raging. A small ship was tossing in mid-ocean. The frightened passengers had risen and were huddled together expecting at any ment that the ship would be broken and all would be lost.
There was one passenger, however, who slept peacefully. She was the Capatin’s daughter. Someone roused her, telling her of the great danger that threatened them.
Is father still on hoard?” she asked. “Yes,” was the reply.
“Then he will take care of us. Do not be afraid,” and so saying she snuggled down under her covers and went to sleep again.
What sweet and simple trust this was! How pleased the Captain was when he heard of his little daughter’s faith in him! And the ship did reach port safely.
God is the Father of all who know the Lord Jesus as their Saviour (John 1:1212But as many as received him, to them gave he power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe on his name: (John 1:12)). He never sleeps nor slumbers. He is a very present help in trouble, and He is bringing every one of His Own safe to the Home above.
How wonderful for boys and girls to be able by faith in the Lord Jesus, to call God, Father! If we know Him as Father, we need have no fear. We shall reach Home at last.
ML 03/21/1943