"'Have you ever heard of the Son of God?' I asked.
"'Of course I have.'
"'Do you suppose that the devil is stronger than the Son of God?'
"'Sometimes I think he is.'
"'Then I am sure he is not. Christ is able to save to the uttermost them that come unto God by Him. He can save you even from desiring it again, if you ask Him.'
"She looked at me earnestly, and faltered out, 'Say those words again. Able—'
"'Able to save to the uttermost.'
"Then she sank on her knees by my side, and buried her face in her hands, and sobbed out words of prayer and entreaty.
"You may be sure I prayed too; and when she grew silent, and lifted her eyes to mine, I raised her up to sit by me once more.
"'Now,' I said, 'will you go for a visit to a nice house I know of at the sea-side, where they will help you to keep your resolve?'