offers of mercy and salvation in the gospel, until
their dispositions are changed by the power of the Holy Ghost.

3. To prepare them to become laborers in the vineyard of the Lord, it is
not only necessary that they should be converted, but that they should
_grow_ in _grace_, and in the _knowledge_ of our Lord Jesus Christ. I
have already shown what an intimate connection there is between high
spiritual attainments and eminent usefulness, and between a knowledge of
truth and the work of sanctification in the heart. But energy of mind,
and habits of deep thought and close study, are of great importance, as
talents to be employed in the service of God. These must also be
cultivated in the Sabbath school.

Let it, then, become a subject of anxious inquiry how you may be
instrumental in promoting these several objects, so necessary to the
great end you have in view. In this matter, the following directions may
be of service to you:--

1. _Labor to obtain a clear, full, and discriminating view of gospel
truth yourself._ This is indispensable, if you would impress the same
upon the minds of others. If your general views of truth are obscure,
indefinite, and unsatisfactory to yourself, your instructions will be of
the same character.

2. _Study to become skilful in the sacred art of so communicating divine
truth to children, that they will understand it._ Little as this may be
esteemed, it is one of the most valuable talents you can possess. I know
of no other which females can so profitably employ in the service of
Christ. On this subject, I will offer the following suggestions:--

(1.) _Study the juvenile mind._ Observe the principles by which it is
developed and called forth into action. See how you can apply these
principles to effect the object in view. Be familiar with children.
Become acquainted with their language and modes of thinking; and strive
to adapt yourself to their capacities.

(2.) _Use such helps as you can obtain._ There are many works published
on the subject of education, which develop important principles, of
great use in communicating knowledge to the young. Some of these are
especially designed for Sabbath school teachers. Study them with
diligence; treasure up all useful hints, and apply them in practice.

(3.) _Aim at drawing out the minds of the children, and teaching them to
study and think, with clearness and precision, for themselves._ There is
a great difference between _conversing with