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Chapter 52: The Christian’s Armor.

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About This Book

A compact collection of lyrical poems and short narratives that meditate on motherhood, faith, and the consolations found in nature. Many pieces recall childhood and domestic scenes, confront suffering and loss, and draw on Christian imagery to offer comfort and moral reflection. The verse moves between contemplative monologue, descriptive nature writing, and occasional narrative sketches, balancing personal feeling with devotional and ethical concerns. Throughout, simple pleasures—flowers, seasons, quiet homelife—are set against questions of destiny, grief, and spiritual hope.

The Christian’s Armor.

For the Band of Hope.

Firmly stand, unyielding wrestle,

All ye noble, earnest, youth,—

You are soldiers—God is calling,

Gird yourselves about with truth.

Wear the helmet of Salvation—

Let your feet with peace be shod,

Turn the fiery darts of evil

With the shield of “Faith in God.”

Arm you with the Spirit’s weapon,

’Tis God’s blessed, holy word,—

With the breast-plate of the righteous

You shall conquer Satan’s horde.

Then with earnest supplication

Hold the way to Heaven’s throne;

By the spirit’s true devotion

God will know and bless his own.