THE following lines were written by E. P., who fell asleep in Christ some few days after the event to which she refers: ―
“Praise God, though in anticipation of a very serious operation, I can say, ‘For me to live is Christ, to die is gain.’ Jesus is my peace, I rest in Him, knowing that my times are in His hands, and He doeth all things well. He has promised in Isaiah 33:1717Thine eyes shall see the king in his beauty: they shall behold the land that is very far off. (Isaiah 33:17), that mine eyes shall see the King in His beauty.’ I long to see my King, then why should I fear death, why mind Him fetching me? I do not, but I am willing to wait His time. If He spares me a little longer, I will thank Him, and in His strength, work on in His vineyard, till He calls. I did not always rest thus about going from earth, but I had not proved His wonderful love and faithfulness then, as I have since. He is love. He loves me. I love Him. I stand upon His merit, nothing in myself, no de-servings on my part. I am just resting upon, what Jesus did for me on Calvary’s cross Alleluia! and in the strength of this, I can say, Come, Lord Jesus.”