The Dole

“Wlsdonis dole is given at ivisdoms gates” Those who wish for it must go there for it. Go to the gate of hearing if you would obtain the gift of faith. Resort to the beautiful porch of the temple if you would obtain that healing which is given by the gospel. Search the Scriptures if you would find eternal life. Hasten humbly to the gate of prayer if you would obtain God’s covenant blessings. Above all, wait at the cross-foot for the purchased boons of Jesu’s love. The dole is free and large, but God hath his place appointed for its distribution: be often there.

Lord, I would not be out of the way when thine alms are being distributed, for I am as poor as poverty itself. See, I am even now waiting at the portal of thy grace. Give me, I pray thee, my daily bread from heaven, and send me on my way rejoicing.