Yes, I think in most things you have made an honest attempt to interpret Him." "And in the matter of the sexton, Sarah, wouldn't Christ tell Calvary Church that it should admit him to its membership?
Would He make any distinction of persons?
If the man is a Christian, thoroughly converted, and wants to be baptized and unite with Christ's body on earth, would Christ, as pastor, refuse him admission ?" "There is a great deal of race prejudice among the people.

If you press the matter, Philip, I feel sure it will meet with great opposition." "That is not the question with me.

Would Christ tell Calvary Church that the man ought to be admitted?
That is the question.

I believe He would," added Philip, with his sudden grasp of practical action.

And Mrs.Strong knew that settled it with her husband.
It was the custom in Calvary Church for the church committee on new names for membership to meet at the minister's house on the Monday evening preceding the preparatory service.