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THE UNALLOWED HARVEST

God. An outpost on the fighting line will be my delight. Bishop, you have not only saved me, you have invigorated and inspired me. How can I show my gratitude?"

"By preaching, hereafter, the simple gospel of Christ as I have explained it to you. But enough of this. We have disposed of the case; let's talk of other things. Come and have dinner with me, and we'll discuss the state of the Church at large."

And, with his arm still resting on the broad shoulders of the rector, the wise and big-hearted prelate led his guest from the room.