But how has this come about?
Is it through any influence ?" "Yes, sir, it is," said the elder quickly.
"What is the especial doubt ?" John asked.
"It is her views of hell that distress me," answered the elder.

John looked absently beyond him, with eyes which saw, not Alfaretta, but Helen.
"That is very serious," he said slowly.
"'T ain't natural to her," protested the elder.

"She was grounded on hell; she's been taught better.

It's the influence she's been under, preacher." "Surely it cannot be any one in our church," John said thoughtfully.

"I can think of too many who are weak in grace and good works, but none who doubt the faith." "Yes," replied the elder, "yes, it is in our church.