We see here Mr. and Mrs. Washington, their two children and a servant. The name George Washington and his title, "Father of his country" are familiar to us. What homage has been paid to this man for his deeds of valor and for the love displayed toward his homeland.
While men of this world are not slow in honoring this man who saved his country in a time of peril, what is their attitude toward the Saviour of the world who gave up all His riches and glory in heaven to save the souls of men? Think of Jesus as giving up His very life, and this not for His friends, but His enemies.
Remember your soul is immortal; the things of this world are but for time. God tells us the world itself will pass away, and then what will be of the most importance to you? God shows us, too, in His Word, the uncertainty of life.
"For what is your life? It is even a vapor, that appeareth for a little time, and then vanisheth away." James 1:1414But every man is tempted, when he is drawn away of his own lust, and enticed. (James 1:14).
Man may become great in this world, but for how long? His life has also been compared to a weaver's shuttle, and an eagle's -flight, for it is spent so quickly. Then what ft)r eternity? If you do not know the Saviour who died for your soul, to forgive your sins, do come to Him now.
Messages of God’s Love 7/22/1934