bath school teachers, there could be men, women, and children who know nothing or very little about that God who made them, or that Saviour who had died to redeem them!' If there are heathen in any part of the whole world, surely they may be found in twenty minutes walk, from my own dwelling. I will only ask what must be done to open the eyes of Christians that they may see? Oh that they would begin to look around them and begin to do something for the perishing.

For the Sabbath School Visiter.

IMPORTANCE OF CONSISTENCY IN A SABBATH SCHOOL TEACHER.

Well did the apostle understand the meaning of the question which he desired should be deeply impressed upon the christians at Rome, "Thou that teachest another, teachest thou not thyself?" He knew well that baneful influence that would be exerted by any man, who (dealing in precept, and neglecting that which speaks even more loudly to the conscience,) merits and receives the sarcastic reproof, "Physician heal thyself." Consistent as we ought to be in every relation of life, we may with truth affirm, that as teachers in the Sabbath school, it is absolutely indispensable, that we ourselves be "living epistles, known and read" by those committed to our charge. We have voluntarily assumed obligations of awful moment. To us is committed that which we are to "watch for, as those who must give account." It is for us, fellow teachers, to lead to the "wells of salvation" the perishing; to guide the wayward in the narrow path; and point the weary and heavy laden to the Lamb of God. We are to instruct the ignorant, and endeavor betimes to warn the inexperienced and thoughtless of the ten thousand snares that beset their path, and do all in our power that they may be girded with the "panoply of God." Who then are we, to whom are intrusted these high responsibilities? Are we daily seeking the aid of the Divine Spirit, that we ourselves may be "thoroughly furnished" for every good work; and watching carefully over ourselves, lest by our example we destroy the influence which we might otherwise expect from our pre

cepts? True, much of our character as individuals, comes not within the notice of our pupils. But what they do know of us, will undoubtedly be sufficient to enable them to decide with how much of power our instructions fall from our lips.

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Is he consistent, who considers his duty done, after he has heard the answers to a few questions, and made a feeble application of the subject to his pupils, and waits in anxious suspense for the closing of the school? Will it be believed that we have any faith in the declaration, that the wages of sin is death?" Will it be believed that we prize the word of God as our guide to heaven, and consider it 'profitable for reproof, correction, and instruction in righteousness.' My teacher only hears me say my lesson,' has often been the triumphant exclamation of some thoughtless child, or the touching rebuke of one who would gladly have heard of Jesus, "the children's Friend." have much to cause us to despond, and often are we disposed to cry, "Who is sufficient for these things." The Gospel of Christ is ever the same, and our pupils may give us frequent proof that they "care for none of these things." But being gentle, faithful, laborious, self-denying, patient, and persevering, we are to manifest to them, that we have applied to the Great Teacher above, and have not been unprofitable learners in the "School of Christ." It is for us to learn, that so we may teach others; for us to obtain the wisdom that cometh from above, that we may tell to those committed to our care, "that all her ways are pleasantness and all her paths are peace." Fellow Teachers, the time is hastening on, when the account of our stewardship, must be given up! Does it not become us to see to it that it be with "joy and not with grief?"

BEAUTIFUL ANECDOTE.

"IN Mr. Kilpin's school were two brothers, from 11 to 12 years old. One of these children had, after repeated admonition, manifested a determined obstinacy and sulky resistance. Mr. Kilpin told him that the result of such conduct would be a chastisement that would not easily be forgotten. He was preparing to inflict it on the still hardened child, when his brother (Paul) came forward and entreated that he might bear the

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punishment in the place of his brother. Mr. Kilpin remarked, My dear Paul, you are one of my best boys, you have never needed chastisement, your mind is tender, I could not be so unjust as to give you pain, my precious child.' The dear boy said, 'I shall endure more pain to witness his disgrace and suffering than any thing you can inflict on me; he is a little boy, and younger and weaker than I am; pray, sir, allow me to take all the punishment, I will bear any thing from you. O do, sir, take me in exchange for my naughty brother! Well, James, what say you to this noble offer of Paul's? He looked at his brother, but made no reply. Mr. K. stood silent. Paul still entreated for the punishment, that it might be finished, and wept. Mr. K. said, ‘Did you ever hear of any who bore stripes and insults to shield offenders, Paul?' 'O yes, sir, the Lord Jesus Christ gave his back to the smiters for us poor little sinners, and by his stripes we are healed and pardoned. O sir, pardon James for my sake, and let me endure the pain. I can bear it better than he.' 'But your brother does not seek pardon for himself, why should you feel this anxiety, my dear Paul; does he not deserve correction?" "O yes, sir, he has broken the rules of the school, after repeated warnings: you have said he must suffer; therefore, as I know you would not speak an untruth, and the laws must be kept, and he is sullen and will not repent, what can be done sir? Please to take me, because I am stronger than he.' The boy then threw his arms around his brother's neck, and wetted his sulky, hardened face with tears of tenderness. This was rather more than poor James could stand firmly. His tears began to flow, his heart melted, he sought forgiveness, and embraced his brother. Mr. K. clasped both in his arms, and prayed for a blessing on them from Him, of whom it is said, 'He was wounded for our transgressions,""&c..

It would be easy to make remarks on this (in my opinion) beautiful anecdote, but they would be like painting the diamond. Cross and Journal.

For the Sabbath School Visiter.

A YOUTH'S LETTER TO HER MINISTER.

The following letter was written by a youth of 12 years. She wrote to inform her minister what the Lord had done for her soul, and to ask his advice about her uniting with the church. Her simple, artless language affords delightful evidence that God has touched her heart. On the first Sabbath in December this dear child, in connection with 29 others, some

10 or 12 of whom were under fifteen, made a public profession of her love to the Savior. It was a delightful scene. Angels no doubt looked down with joy, and Christ himself was present to gather these dear lambs of the flock in his arms. And how willingly would he have received those many other children and youth who sat and beheld the scene, but refused to come to his feast of love.

Dear Sir, I do not feel myself capable of writing to you, but I will try. I felt myself to be one of the greatest sinners in the world, and that unless God had mercy on me I must be lost forever. I immediately applied to Christ to have mercy on me, sinful as I was, and that he would give me a new heart to love and serve him. And I hope and trust he did. He now appears precious to me. I feel different towards Christians. I love their society. Sin is exceedingly hateful. The Bible precious, Prayer delightful, Saints dear, Death welcome. I feel very desirous for my companions around me. I warned some and I hope it will have a good effect. I feel that there is a real enjoyment in religion which the world cannot give or take away. I endeavor to pursue the christian course, and I hope the Lord will guide me in the right path. In coming forward, [joining the church,] I thought it might have some effect on others, and be the means of doing some good. I know I am young, perhaps I had better not. trust you will give me advice in your letter.

When you before the throne of grace,

With reverence bend the knee,

To intercede for fallen man

O, then remember me.'

Please to accept this from your sincere young friend,

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LETTER III. TO THE CHILDREN IN THE EAST PARISH SABBATH SCHOOL, BOSCAWEN, N. H.

Dear Children,—I presume you remember what I said in my last letter about little Charles; and perhaps you have thought many times since, 'what a wicked boy

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Charles was, to tell such wrong stories!' And do you remember why I wished you never to tell lies? If not, 1 hope you will read the last letter over again, and especially those reasons at the close.

I promised to tell you how unhappy it made Charles when be thought how wicked he had been. One day when he was about three and a half years old, he had been naughty, and his father led him away to his room alone. It was the Sabbath day. He took him on his knee, and talked with him about God, the Being who made him and kept him alive, who gave him a father and a mother to take care of him, and to make him happy. He told him how God felt towards sin; and how he felt towards children who would disobey their parents, and tell lies. He wished to have Charles understand, just as I want you to understand, how wicked it is to do wrong, and especially to tell wrong stories. Now God does not forget it when little children tell a lie. Your parents may perhaps sometimes forget; but God wont forget it. And he is so holy that he says in his word he is angry with those who sin, and will punish them, if they do not repent. He is always present too, and hears all that children say, and knows all they think, even if they do not speak.

Mr. did not talk a great while with Charles; but took the Bible, and read to him what God has said about those who tell lies. You all remember the story of Ananias and Sapphira. They told a lie to make Peter, their minister, believe they were as good as others. They told him they had brought him all their money, when they were keeping back a part of it. Now they might have kept a part or all their money, if they had not told a lie about it. But you remember, they both fell down and died. Thus God showed how angry he was with them for telling a lie. And he is just as angry with those who tell lies now, as he was with Ananias.

Among other things that God has said on this subject, Mr. read the Sth verse of the 21st chapter of Revelation, where he says, but the fearful, and unbelieving, and abominable, and murderers,—and ALL LIARS, shall have their part in the lake which burneth with fire and brimstone. Think how God has determined to punish those who tell wrong stories.