The collectors of the Bible Society, called at the house of A's father, when they were quite struck with her anxiety to commence paying for a Bible. Twice it was, that the dear girl could by no means raise the weekly payment required: she felt it so keenly, that she hid herself till the ladies were gone by. On new year's day Mrs. F. one of the collectors, gave her sixpence; and the next week she returned fourpence of it for the Bible; saying that twopence was wanted for her schooling.

On her death bed she obtained a promise that her parents would continue subscribing till they could have the Bible; and much, very much did she say to them, to induce them to read it. A little after the time of A's having the fainting fit, she and her mother were sitting together; when with a solemn air she said; "mother, I could tell you something that I know, but then it would make you unhappy, though it is very, very pleasant to me. O1 shall be so happy

Something prevented more conversation then; but at another time she said; "That frock, mother, that you mean for me at Easter, never mind it; you don't know that I shall live so long ;" and again she said; "I could tell you something so pleasant to me!" It appears that her mother did not question her as to what she meant; but understood her to mean, that she should soon die and be happy.

Several more things could be related, but the following must conclude this little memoir. There was a poor motherless boy, cousin to A, who for some cause was turned out of doors by a person he lived with; and who for two nights slept in an out-house.

This, A. laid much to heart, and prevailed with her own mother to take him in; and on her death-bed entreated, that he might always find a home there.

HYMN FOR A CHILD.

My Father, when I come to thee,
I must not only bend the knee,
But with my Spirit seek thy face,
With my whole heart desire thy grace.

I plead the name of thy dear Son,
All he has said, all he has done;
O may I feel his love for me,
Who died from sin to set me free!

My Saviour, guide me with thine eye,
My sins forgive, my wants supply;
With favour crown my youthful days,
And my whole life shall speak thy praise.

Thy Holy Spirit, Lord, impart,
Impress thy likeness on my heart ¡
Let me obey thy truth in love
Till raised to dwell with thee above.

ON CHRIST ASCENDING INTO HEAVEN.

"Oh! Mama, what a delightful place must heaven be," said little Harriet, as she sat by her side sewing. "Papa told me the other day, that there will be no need of the sun, nor of the moon, as God himself is the glory of it. Yes, he told me that in heaven there will be neither sin nor pain, but that we shall be for ever happy in the presence of Jesus. Do you think I shall ever get to this delightful place, Mama?"

"My dear," replied Mrs. M. " no one can get to heaven but those who love Jesus. Do you love him, Harriet?"

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With much simplicity, whilst a blush rose on her cheek, little Harriet said; I pray, dear Mama, that I may love Jesus, for I am sure I wish to do so."

"Well then, my love, I hope God, who has taught you thus to pray, will kindly hear your prayers and give you a heart truly to love your blessed Saviour." Where is Jesus now, my dear child? "He is in heaven," said Harriet. But do, dear Mama, tell me how he went there?"

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Mrs. M. who always delighted to lead her beloved child to the knowledge of Jesus, being herself a humble follower of the Lord, cheerfully complied with her request.

"You must know, my dear Harriet, that Jesus was alive before he lived upon earth. As the Son of God, he was one with the Father from all eternity, though as the Son of man he was born in Bethlehem when he took upon him our na

ture.

"My dear, this is a great mystery.But God has revealed it to us; and we must pray for grace to receive it. Jesus is God and man; and in this glorious mystery we must fully and entirely believe, if we wish to be saved.

What do you mean by mystery ?" asked Harriet. "I mean, my dear, that this is a truth, which far exceeds the

powers of our minds to comprehend. St. Paul says; "great is the mystery of godliness; God was manifest in the flesh."

"This divine Saviour then, came down from heaven to save us from our síns, by obeying the holy law of God which we have broken; and by dying upon the cross for us sinners who deserve to die ourselves."

"This was indeed kind," said little Harriet; I always love those two sweet lines in the Negro Servant;

"Nothing brought him from above,
Nothing but redeeming love."

"When our Saviour," said Mrs. M. was laid in the grave, his apostles had all their hopes buried with him. They had no idea of his rising again, though he told them he should do so. But how astonished and delighted were they, when he appeared to them once more; and assured them it was HE HIMSELF who stood before them. He shewed them his hands and his feet pierced with the nails; and his side also, pierced with the spear. Then they saw and believed.

For about forty days our blessed redeemer remained upon earth, teaching and comforting his apostles. One day, he led them out as far as to Bethany, and he lifted up his hands and blessed them. And it came to pass while he blessed them, he was parted from them,