He did not shut Himself up behind walls to live the life of meditation; He walked amongst men, and bid men come to Him.

In lesser measure we may surely do the same; and this is what I would fain attempt in these days of trouble for so many--bind up the broken heart, give medicine to the sick, rest to the weary, cheering and comfort to those who are cast down in spirit.

It may be little we can accomplish, but let us do that little with all our might.

I trust and hope that God will give us His blessing, and grant us power to be a blessing to others." Dr.Langton heard Arthur's proposal with great satisfaction.

He had grown somewhat weary of his life in Oxford, and was desirous of taking a long journey into foreign countries, to pursue there some studies which would require the assistance of foreign libraries.
Moreover, the frequent outbreaks of sickness now sweeping over Oxford, and especially during the summer months, had aroused his concern, and made him anxious to remove his daughters into some more healthy place.