The Children's Pilgrimage by L. T. Meade
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page 140 of 317 (44%)
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"Now, look where Jesus is; standing by the side of a little child--of a little, young, tender child. That little heart has not had time to grow hard, and Jesus says, 'Give it to Me. I'll keep it soft always. It shall always be fit for the kingdom of heaven;' and the little child smiles, for she can't help it, and she gives her baby heart away at once. Oh! how glad Jesus is! What a beautiful sight! look at her face; is not it all sunshine? I think I see just such a little child there in front of me." Here the preacher paused, and pointed to Cecile, whose eyes, brilliant with excitement, were fixed on his face. She had been listening, drinking in, comprehending. Now when the preacher pointed to her, it was too much for the excitable child, she burst into tears and sobbed out: "Oh! I give my heart, I give my heart." "Blessings on thee, sweet lamb," came from several rough but kindly voices. Mrs. Moseley took her in her arms and carried her out. She saw wisely that she could bear no more. As they were leaving the hall, again there came a great burst of singing: "I love Jesus, Hallelujah! I love Jesus; yes, I do. I love Jesus, He's my Saviour; |
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