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Rh world cannot give, cannot take away, cannot prevent, cannot disturb. We need not wait for it until the war is over, and its calamities past. We may find it on the wearisome march, or in the very presence of the ruthless foe; and we may enjoy it in the camp and in the field, in perils and in suffering, in triumph or in defeat. Far better would it be to be crushed beneath the heel of our enemies, with the peace of God in our hearts, than to triumph over them, and be at war with God.

Such is the delightful effect of the gospel, that it enables men to rejoice even in tribulation. Every one can conceive what joy would thrill the hearts of all who dwell throughout the land, if peace were proclaimed, and the assurance given that we have nothing more to fear from the foes that assail us on earth. But far greater joy ought we to derive from the gospel proclamation which gives assurance of peace with heaven. “Blessed is the people that know the joyful sound: they shall walk, O Lord, in the light of thy countenance.”

All ye who read this little tract, listen to the news with exulting joy. Lay down your arms; cease your war against God; accept the grace which he freely bestows, and the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.

Jesus, lover of my soul!
 * Let me to thy bosom fly,

While the billows near me roll,
 * While the tempest still is high;

Hide me, O my Saviour hide,
 * Till the storm of life is past;

Safe into the haven guide,
 * O receive my soul at last!