whose he is and whom he serves, and may be induced to follow his example, and join the Lord's side. He must regard the light which he enjoys as a loan, for the use of which he is accountable. He must strive to hold his candle in such a way, that many may see it, and as they see it, admire and believe.
Let us take heed to ourselves that we do not neglect our Hght. The sin of many in this matter is far greater than they suppose. Thousands flatter themselves that their souls are not in a very bad state, because they abstain from gross and glaring a^ts of wickedness, and are decent and respectable in their outward lives. But are they neglecting the Gospel when it is ofiered to themP Are they coolly sitting still year after year, and taking no decided steps in the service of Christ P If this be so, let them know that their guilt is very great in the sight of God. To have the light and yet not walk in the light, is of itself a great sin. It is to treat with contempt and indifference the King of kings.
Let us beware of selfishness in our rehgion, even after we have learned to value the light. We should labour to make all men see that we have found ''the pearl of great price," and that we want them to find it as well as our- selves. A man's religion may weU be suspected, when he is content to go to heaven alone. The true Christian will have a large heart. If a parent, he wfll long for the salvation of his children. If a master, he will desire to see his servants converted. If a landlord, he will want his tenants to come with him into God's kingdom. This is healthy religion ! The Christian who is satisfied to bum his candle alone, is in a very weak and sickly state of soul.