second advent is the dispensation of the kingdom. We must submit to take part with our Lord in His humilia- tion, if we mean ever to share in his glory.
And now let us not leave these verses without serious self-inquiry as to the matters which they contain. We have heard of the necessity of taking up the cross, and denying ourselves. Have we taken it up, and are we carrying it daily ? — We have heard of the value of the soul. Do we live as if we believed it ? — We have heard of Christ's second advent. Do we look forward to it with hope and joy ? — Happy is that man who can give a satisfactory answer to these questions.