Elder. Ah, indeed, Lord, it is.
Preacher. The very reverse of what God would have us to be—
Elder. God Almighty knows it’s true.
Preacher. How necessary, then, that God should call upon us to renounce everything—
Elder. God help us!
Preacher. Is it necessary for me to say more?
Elder. No—oh—no!
Preacher. Have I not said enough?
Elder. Oh, yes, quite enough.
Preacher. I rejoice that God calls me to give up every thing—