And if He found the members willing, if He found that they loved Him more than the money or the power, He might not demand a literal giving up.

But he would say to them, 'Take My money and My power, for it is all Mine, and use them for the building up of my kingdom.' He would not then perhaps command them to leave literally their beautiful surroundings.

But, then, in some cases, I believe He would.

Oh, yes!--sacrifice! sacrifice! What does the Church in America in this age of the world know about it?
How much do church-members give of themselves nowadays to the Master?
That is what we need--self, the souls of men and women, the living sacrifices for these lost children down yonder! Oh, God!--to think of what Christ gave up! And then to think of how little His Church is doing to obey His last command to go and disciple the nations!" Philip strode through the night almost forgetful of his companion.

By this time they had reached Mr.Winter's house.