WHEN my uncles were little boys, they had a big dog named Rover. They liked him very much and he liked them because they were kind to him. They had a harness for Rover, and when there was snow on the ground they hitched him to their sled. He liked to draw them that way, and carried them quickly to any part of the town.
Rover was very much like the dog in the picture. This dog looks patient and gentle. No doubt he loves the children because they are good and kind to him.
We often see children very impatient and naughty, and quite willing to slap and punch each other. Do you think the dog ever does this way? I think not. Then let us learn a lesson from the noble dog that is always so faithful and good to its little masters.
God loves us and has given us many good things. He showers His blessings upon us day after day. If we love Him we ought to try to please Him and show patience, gentleness, and kindness in all our ways—at all times and in all places.
ML 04/24/1904