Rebuke

Mickey Mantle Ready to Quit Was Jarred to His Senses by His Dad (illustration)

Former New York Yankee Mickey Mantle recalls that as a teenager in the minor leagues he began playing poorly. Discouraged, homesick, and feeling sorry for himself, Mantle tearfully called his father to take him home. When the elder Mantle arrived, Mickey expected sympathy and rea …

Wesley comments on a Young Ladies Jewelry (illustration)

John Wesley and a preacher-friend of plain habits were once invited to dinner where the host’s daughter, noted for her beauty, had been profoundly impressed by Wesley’s preaching. During a pause in the meal, Wesley’s friend took the young woman’s hand and called attention to …

The Queen’s Reaction to Sir Walter Raleigh’s Request (illustration)

Sir Walter Raleigh once made a request of the Queen, and she reluctantly answered, “Raleigh, when will you ever stop begging?” Walter replied, “When your Majesty stops giving.” His request was granted. But the God of all grace never grows weary of our as …