Robbing God

A Chinese preacher, speaking of robbing God, used this illustration: “It came to pass that a man went to market with a string of seven coins, and after seeing a beggar in great need who asked for alms, gave him six of the seven, keeping only one for himself. Instead of being grateful, the beggar followed the good man and stole the seventh coin also!”

What an abominable wretch! Imagine how vile and selfish must be the heart of such a person! Yes, but would you, to whom God has given six days, steal the other also? Where do you plan to be next Lord’s day?

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