First, with the close of the war, the defense plant had closed down. He was out of a job, and, being an old man, what was he to do? And, then that same day, the day he lost his job, his beautiful home caught fire and burned to the ground, taking with it, in its course of destruction, his wife, and his children, and all his earthly possessions. AU in one day his entire world had been shattered. The little money he had, soon was gone. His appearance became poorer daily. Slowly his features became haggard and he needed a cane to help him hobble the streets, searching for something to do; some kind of work in order to make enough money on which to' live. And thus we find him on this particular day. A man without friends and without the faith in God. As he ambles aimlessly along, he at length approaches a church. A sudden desperate hope seizes him. Something inside of him compels him to go inside the church and pray to God, asking Him for forgiveness and help. Slowly and hesitatingly, he mounts the steps of the church and crosses the threshold. It is very quiet inside. From somewhere, he
didn't know where, came the soft strains of an organ, playing hymns of praise of the Aimighty, The sunlight streaming through the colored windows gives a peaceful atmosphere. Our friend feels a complete restfulness creeping upon him. Slowly he advances toward the front of the church. Reaching the altar steps he suddenly flings himself down and prays. Yes, he, for the 'first time that he can remember, prays to God. He prays for forgiveness for being such a fool and refusing to worship God in his heart and in church. He also prays earnestly for help, help from the Inevitable wolf who was sitting on his doorstep. We can rest assured that God will answer this man's prayer and that He will take this newly-won soul into His fold! guarding and protecting him from all temptations of evil. -Cudworth
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