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Let us not regard this “day of small things” as though it must

necessarily be a day of weak things, for this is not so. If God

has ordered our path in a place where there are but a few of

His people available, let us not be discouraged, for He will use

this experience to develop His work in our souls, and if He has

put us in touch with even three worshippers, great wealth can

be acquired thereby.

Each one of the three was carrying something—there were

varying measures and diversity in that which was carried. Not

one was a mere onlooker—each was a contributor to the

service of God. So many Christians are content to be

ministered to, but the divine thought is that God’s service is

supported by contributors; none appearing before God empty.

One of these was carrying three kids. He had somewhat to

offer! He was mindful that in drawing near to God a sacrifice

was necessary; for it is only in the spirit of sacrifice that we can

approach Him rightly. What a valuable lesson this is, that each

one should carry an appreciation of the sacrificial worth of

Christ, and thus draw near to worship.

The second was carrying three loaves of bread. He represents

one who is concerned about feeding the people of God, and is

therefore a contributor to the abundance of God’s house.

Samuel said to Saul, “they will salute thee, and give thee two

loaves of bread; which thou shalt receive of their hands”. The

need of food was recognised and the supply was there, even

in that small gathering.

The third man was carrying a bottle of wine, which typifies

spiritual joy. What an asset such a one is to any gathering!

How poor is any company that is devoid of joy! In this world of

burdens and tears, the children of God are to be the

possessors and dispensers of deep, true joy.

Persons who are possessors of such joy are contributors to

the spiritual happiness of the company. Then Samuel added,