We couldn't eat it just as it grows."
"God has given us the necessary intelligence to properly utilize his
blessings."
"But some people starve to death," said Maude, forsaking the main
argument.
"Unfortunately, yes, owing to man's lack of brotherly feeling, or
rather, a hap-hazard method of distributing his blessings. It is not
God's will that any of his creatures should lack food or raiment."
"Do you really believe, Mr. Gay, that God takes a personal interest
in us? That he sent Mrs. Howe yesterday to save my life?"
"I certainly do, Miss Sawyer."
"I can't understand it," said Maude. "I looked upon it simply as a
lucky coincidence. But supposing the horse had turned to the left,
and stopped of his own accord when he reached that steep hill. What
would that prove?"
Quincy and Alice who had listened to the discussion, looked at the
clergyman, who hesitated before answering. At last, a smile lighted
up his face and he replied: "It would prove that, in that particular
case, you did not need the intervention of Heavenly power."
"I'm not convinced yet," said Maude. "I am coming to hear you preach
to-morrow. Do make it plain to me, please."
"With God's help, I will try to," the clergyman answered.
Quincy passed the morning at the grocery, making arrangements for the
establishment of the branch stores, Mr. Strout's plans being approved
with some material modifications.
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