17 Jan 1900
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Newspaper
Our Church Paper
Location
New Market, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1900
Page
1
Poem urges readers to open their hearts to Christ as Jesus stands at the door pleading for entry. It warns that night and shadows approach and questions whether one will answer before it is too late. The piece emphasizes repentance and divine blessing if one heeds the knock.
A sermon excerpt argues that faith grows through the Word of God, not human effort. It stresses divine protection, the church’s duty to proclaim Christ, preserve faith, and use Gospel power to move believers to give and serve. The Lord needs their earthly goods, and faithful admonition leads to willing offerings.
A reflective piece notes that strong minds and virtues grow through hardship not ease. It argues trying conditions forge courage sympathy and self mastery while testing circumstances reveal God’s goodness and grace as opportunities for heroism and refinement.
A declamatory call urges noble living as a duty to fellow humans and to God, emphasizing moral leadership and the world’s need for virtuous example. The text frames ethical obligation as both social and divine.
A penitent woman confesses slander to Saint Philip Neri. He prescribes a symbolic penance with a killed chicken and feathers blown by wind. After plucking the bird she must recall every slanderous word and call it back, illustrating mercy and the futility of retracting spread lies.
Margaret Bottune recounts in Silver Crosas the tale of a farmer married twenty two years who, pondering a suitable gift for his wife, buys muslin to have shirts made. He reflects on a good home and food but struggles to be truly generous, illustrating the challenge of giving after years of steady provision.
A reflective quote by Howard Meyrick Goulburn warns that waiting for grand emergencies or perfect opportunities to prove faith risks never having a genuine religion. Focus lies on daily acts and quiet steadfastness.
Horace Greeley remarks on fine sense and exalted sense as half ceaseful, reflecting on the balance between perception and practical judgment.
A child on the street declines a playmate to assist his mother. He says he is busy helping her with chores, preferring duty over games. The narrator praises his choice, noting many others also support their mothers and bring happiness to home life.
The text blends metaphorical ingredients for healing: seeds of revelation, oil of conscience, balsam of patience, and a composing plant of others woes. It warns of a weed named self interest that spoils the mix and stresses careful selection of true friendship seeds to complete the cure.
Six fresh eggs are boiled five minutes then cooled and peeled. Halve them lengthwise and remove yolks into a mortar with butter ham parsley two raw eggs pepper and mix until smooth. Refill whites, top with melted batter and bake briefly. Garnish with ham slices watercress and serve with optional bechamel tomato sauce and watercress salad.
A lady sought help to end a habit of exaggeration. Mr Moody replied firmly that it is lying and should be treated as a devilish temptation, urging blunt moral discipline. The remark highlights stern, pragmatic guidance over euphemism in moral struggle.
Henkel &Co. advertise magazines and newspapers at publishers prices with discounts for paid in advance subscribers. Readers may name a publication, send payment to cover regular price, and receive prompt delivery. Discounts apply only to current subscribers and for new subscriptions with remittance. Address New Market Eden and Oakland County Va.
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