| SERMONS WE SEE I'd rather see a sermon than hear one any day, I'd rather one should walk with me than merely show the way, The eye's a better pupil and more willing than the ear; For counsel is confusing, but example is always clear; And the best of all the preachers are the men who live their creeds, For to see the good in action is what everybody needs, I can soon learn how to do it if you'll let me see it done, I can watch your hands in action, but your tongue too fast may run, And the lectures you deliver may be very wise and true; But I'd rather get my lesson by observing what you do, For I may misunderstand you and the high advice you give, But there's no misunderstanding how you act and how you live - Edgar A. Guest |