In fact, when I compare my sanctification with what others say
theirs is, mine suffers in the comparison. I have often repudiated my
sanctification and endeavored to obtain an experience just like others';
but it seems I cannot. Must I try to obtain another, or be satisfied
with the one I have? Any help you can give me will be greatly appreciated.
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Suppose we go over to Bethlehem this morning; there is a Brother Faithful
there whose acquaintance you positively will appreciate. He has been in
Canaan a number of years and doubtless can tell us some interesting
reminiscences of his life.
This is a famous place. Somewhere about here David killed a lion and a
bear and composed some of those inimitable psalms of praise to God. In
that field right over there Ruth gleaned for Boaz, and her maidenly
purity won the hearts of all.
Here is Brother Faithful's house. Let us knock and go in.
"Brother Faithful, how did you happen to get such a beautiful home in
Canaan!"
"Well, pilgrims, I did not just 'happen' to get it. The truth is, I did
all possible to gain a home at Bethel, or on Moriah; either place seemed
better than this; at least it did for some time, until I learned that
here was where Jehovah wished me to settle.
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