There Was a Time...But Now?

There was a time... 

• when all the saints of God who saw me rejoiced at the sight.

I seemed then to love the Lord Jesus in sincerity, 

• and to be willing to give up the broad way forever, 
• and forsake all for the Gospel’s sake. 

The Word of God appeared sweet and precious to me; 

• the voice of Christ’s ministers a most pleasant sound; 
• the assembly of the Lord’s people the place I loved best; 
• the company of true believers my chief delight. 

I was never missing at the weekly meeting. 

• My place was never empty at Church. 
• My Bible was never long out of your hands. 
• There were no days in my life without prayer. 

My zeal was indeed fervent. 

• My Christian affections were truly warm. 
• I did run well for a season. 

But, oh! Where am I now?

Adapted Excerpt From

Startling Questions

J. C. Ryle