I'm not going to live here much longer." "Uncle Zed!" "Now, wait; it's a good thing that you nor anybody else can prevent me from passing on.

I've wanted to live long enough to get rid of the fear of death.

I have reached that point now, and so I am ready at any time, thank the Lord." Uncle Zed was beautiful to look upon in the clear whiteness of his person and the peaceful condition of his spirit.

The young listener was deeply impressed by what he was hearing.

(He never forgot that particular Sunday afternoon).
"You asked me about working out our own salvation," continued Uncle Zed.
"Let me answer you on that.