(Matt. 26:40.)

Christ said:"Tarry," yet I would not,
But, careless, went my way,
Heedless of the greater blessing
He would give that day.

Thus I lost those precious moments
Of refreshment sweet,
Which He'd given had I waited
At His sacred feet.

Lord, forgive me for thus yielding
To desires so vain,
May I choose Thee first, and always
Close to Thee remain.

E. W. C.