10/25 But you know how the angel commanded Hagar to return to her mistress, and submit herself under the hand;* and the apostle sent back Onesimus to his master."** * Gen.16. The angel bade the pregnant Hagar return to her mistress Sarai, even though Sarai had dealt harshly with her. 1:10. Onesimus went back to his master to become no longer a servant but a "brother beloved." "Don't quote Bible at me that way, Mr.Wilson," said George, with a flashing eye, "don't! for my wife is a Christian, and I mean to be, if ever I get to where I can; but to quote Bible to a fellow in my circumstances, is enough to make him give it up altogether. I appeal to God Almighty;--I'm willing to go with the case to Him, and ask Him if I do wrong to seek my freedom." "These feelings are quite natural, George," said the good-natured man, blowing his nose. |