THAT ONE THING IS THE KNOWLEDGE OF GOD AND HIS KINGDOM. All other knowledge will pass away. The things of time are transient, the things of eternity are permanent. The world passes away. The body must die; earthly connexions must be dissolved; but the soul lives for ever. The welfare of the soul is the one thing needful. If the soul is in a sanctified and healthy state, it will be found at the feet of Jesus; it will relish His words and enjoy His communications more than the richest feast. We shall be seeking to know Him, love Him, believe Him, obey Him, and enjoy Him. Fellowship with Jesus is needful as an evidence of interest in Him and as a source of satisfaction and comfort. He that finds a home at the feet of Jesus will enjoy an eternal heaven in the presence of Jesus. Let not then the many trifles of time affect, distract, and bewilder you; but let the one thing needful be the constant object of pursuit and desire. Live at the feet of Jesus and you are safe. Seek above all things to enjoy Jesus, and you will be happy. Aim in all things to glorify Jesus and you will be holy. Look daily for the coming of Jesus and you will be consistent. O Lord Jesus! manifest Thyself to me; draw me to Thy feet and keep me there! Incline Thine ear to this my prayer:

For Meditation:
Assist this roving, wavering heart
To fix on Mary's better part;
To scorn the trifles of today,
For joys that none can take away.