I was called hypocrite, saint, false deceiver, and many more names, which were meant to render me hateful in the sight of the world.

But I esteemed the reproach of the cross an honour.

I forgave and prayed for my persecutors, and remembered how very lately I had acted the same part towards others myself.

I thought also that Christ endured the contradiction of sinners; and, as the disciple is not above his Master, I was glad to be in any way conformed to his sufferings." "Did you not then feel for your family at home ?" "Yes, that I did indeed, sir; they were never out of my thoughts.

I prayed continually for them, and had a longing desire to do them good.