When the moment came to say "Farewell," the children ran forward, eager to grasp the missionary"s hand--but none pressed that hand so warmly and so sorrowfully, as the little runaway.
I know not whether that generous master, and that penitent servant ever again met upon earth; but I have much hope they will meet in heaven; for Mickey seems to have been sorry for his sin; and we know the promise: "If we confess our sins, G.o.d is faithful and just to forgive us our sins."
And why? Because the blood of Christ cleanseth from all sin. There are many sinners who were once as much afraid of G.o.d, as Mickey was of his master; but who have been pardoned, and who will be present at his HEAVENLY FEAST.
THE END.