January 17

The divine likeness

“If we have been planted together in the likeness of his death, we shall be also in the likeness of his resurrection” (Rom. 6:5).
“Renewed . . . after the image of him that created him” (Col. 3:10).

“Unaccountable this!” said the Wax, as from the flame it dropped melting upon the Paper beneath.
“Do not grieve,” said the Paper, “I am sure it is all right.”
“I was never in such agony!” exclaimed the Wax, still dropping.
“It is not without a good design, and will end well,” replied the Paper. The Wax was unable to reply at once, owing to a strong pressure; and when it again looked up it bore a beautiful impression, the counterpart of the seal which had been applied to it.  

“Ah! I comprehend now,” said the Wax, no longer in suffering. “I was softened in order to receive this lovely durable impress. Yes; I see now it was all right, because it has given to me the beautiful likeness which I could not otherwise have obtained.”

Are you walking with the Master through the rugged way of life,
Glorifying Him in all you say and do?
Are you ready for the conflict, fearing not the deadly strife,
Is the image of the Savior stamped on you?

Is the glory of His grace shining thro’ your radiant face,
Are you sealed to Him, the royal One and true?
Can the world see in your face Heaven’s touch of saving grace?
Is the image of the Savior stamped on you?
—Thoro Harris.

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