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Sermons We See
I'd
rather see a sermon than hear one any day;
I'd
rather one should walk with me than merely tell me the way.
The
eyes a better pupil and more willing than the ear;
Fine
counsel is confusing, but example's always clear.
And
the best of all the preachers are the ones who live their creeds,
For
to see good put to action is what everybody needs.
I soon can learn 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 lecture you deliver may be very wise and true,
But
I'd rather get my lessons by observing what you do;
For
I might misunderstand you and the high advice you give,
But
there's no misunderstanding how you act and how you live.
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