STERLING STATES HIS CASE.
At eight o'clock they gathered in the library.
"Now, Sterling," said Mr. Page, "we are all attention. Open up your Presbyterian treasures, for you have our curiosity aroused."
Sterling was anxious to bring to Dorothy's attention the facts about his denomination. He felt confident that the history and doctrines of Presbyterianism would prove very attractive to her and lead her into his church.
"I fear I cannot do my denomination justice," he said. "It deserves an abler champion. It has had an illustrious history and on our honor roll are such notable names as John Calvin, John Knox, Thomas Chalmers and a host of others."
"What are the doctrines of your church, Mr. Sterling?" asked Dorothy.
"We believe in God as the creator and preserver of the world, in Christ as the Savior of sinners, and in the Bible as the Word of God."
"How about those doctrines, daughter?" asked Mr. Page. "Can you accept them?"
"Of course, father. The Bible teaches them plainly."
"Good! Give us some more, Sterling."