THE LAST BAG OF RICE
Sudden bereavement struck Hudson Taylor's colleague Dr. Parker. Mrs. Parker died after only a few hours illness, leaving four young children behind. One of these children was seriously ill. Dr. Parker decided to take the children back to Scotland.
Dr. Parker had been in-charge of the flourishing hospital, which was largely supported by the doctor's considerable practice among the rich and the foreign residents. Who would run the hospital in his absence?
After waiting upon the Lord, Hudson Taylor was led of the Lord to undertake this added responsibility. This was a great step of faith to take. Thirty beds were allotted to free patients.
As all the wants of the sick in the wards are supplied gratuitously (freely), as well as the medical supplies needed for the outpatient department, the daily expenses were considerable. Hospital attendants also were required involving their support. This was the task which Hudson Taylor undertook believing on the promise, "Seek ye first the kingdom of God and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you," while to some who have no knowledge of experimental or rather true religion, this might appear like presumption, yet to faith, and to those who have real faith, the promises of God are more dependable than bank notes.
But soon word got round that the hospital was now on a new financial footing. Most of the hospital attendants, apprehensive that their salaries would no longer be paid, withdrew. This was a change, much to be desired as these unspiritual people were not a help to the testimony of the Lord, at the hospital. This provided the opportunity for the band of ‘live' young converts who were around Hudson Taylor to step into the gap and help as they could in the wards. "No wonder a new atmosphere began to permeate dispensary and wards." Not only did these new converts radiate the joy of the Lord, but they also spoke of the One who had transformed their lives.
The money left by Dr. Parker was soon used up and a crisis faced the entire work of the Lord at the hospital. That morning the cook brought serious news to Hudson Taylor, "The very last bag of rice had been opened, and was disappearing fast." The hearts of Hudson Taylor and his little band of helpers were very much cast upon the Lord, Would He deliver in time?
Yes, our faithful God answered. The answer came only just in time. A letter with pounds fifty in it was received from a Mr. Berger who wrote that a burden had come upon him. He went on to say that he I wanted to use his money for God and that the recent passing away of his father had brought him a further sum of money. Mr. Berger felt that the Lord had laid on him the responsibility of distributing to the work of God, that wealth which God had entrusted to him.
Thus the Lord relieved his servant from distress and confusion. Although the mails in those days were so uncertain and foreign mail was received only twice a month in some cases, yet God who never makes a mistake knew how to send deliverance to His people.
One can imagine the thrill those young converts felt at the faithfulness of God. Oh! What cannot be done by faith? By faithful stewards? And Spirit led living?
CHRIST IS VICTOR, MAY 2025
Sudden bereavement struck Hudson Taylor's colleague Dr. Parker. Mrs. Parker died after only a few hours illness, leaving four young children behind. One of these children was seriously ill. Dr. Parker decided to take the children back to Scotland.
Dr. Parker had been in-charge of the flourishing hospital, which was largely supported by the doctor's considerable practice among the rich and the foreign residents. Who would run the hospital in his absence?
After waiting upon the Lord, Hudson Taylor was led of the Lord to undertake this added responsibility. This was a great step of faith to take. Thirty beds were allotted to free patients.
As all the wants of the sick in the wards are supplied gratuitously (freely), as well as the medical supplies needed for the outpatient department, the daily expenses were considerable. Hospital attendants also were required involving their support. This was the task which Hudson Taylor undertook believing on the promise, "Seek ye first the kingdom of God and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you," while to some who have no knowledge of experimental or rather true religion, this might appear like presumption, yet to faith, and to those who have real faith, the promises of God are more dependable than bank notes.
But soon word got round that the hospital was now on a new financial footing. Most of the hospital attendants, apprehensive that their salaries would no longer be paid, withdrew. This was a change, much to be desired as these unspiritual people were not a help to the testimony of the Lord, at the hospital. This provided the opportunity for the band of ‘live' young converts who were around Hudson Taylor to step into the gap and help as they could in the wards. "No wonder a new atmosphere began to permeate dispensary and wards." Not only did these new converts radiate the joy of the Lord, but they also spoke of the One who had transformed their lives.
The money left by Dr. Parker was soon used up and a crisis faced the entire work of the Lord at the hospital. That morning the cook brought serious news to Hudson Taylor, "The very last bag of rice had been opened, and was disappearing fast." The hearts of Hudson Taylor and his little band of helpers were very much cast upon the Lord, Would He deliver in time?
Yes, our faithful God answered. The answer came only just in time. A letter with pounds fifty in it was received from a Mr. Berger who wrote that a burden had come upon him. He went on to say that he I wanted to use his money for God and that the recent passing away of his father had brought him a further sum of money. Mr. Berger felt that the Lord had laid on him the responsibility of distributing to the work of God, that wealth which God had entrusted to him.
Thus the Lord relieved his servant from distress and confusion. Although the mails in those days were so uncertain and foreign mail was received only twice a month in some cases, yet God who never makes a mistake knew how to send deliverance to His people.
One can imagine the thrill those young converts felt at the faithfulness of God. Oh! What cannot be done by faith? By faithful stewards? And Spirit led living?
CHRIST IS VICTOR, MAY 2025
THE LAST BAG OF RICE
Sudden bereavement struck Hudson Taylor's colleague Dr. Parker. Mrs. Parker died after only a few hours illness, leaving four young children behind. One of these children was seriously ill. Dr. Parker decided to take the children back to Scotland.
Dr. Parker had been in-charge of the flourishing hospital, which was largely supported by the doctor's considerable practice among the rich and the foreign residents. Who would run the hospital in his absence?
After waiting upon the Lord, Hudson Taylor was led of the Lord to undertake this added responsibility. This was a great step of faith to take. Thirty beds were allotted to free patients.
As all the wants of the sick in the wards are supplied gratuitously (freely), as well as the medical supplies needed for the outpatient department, the daily expenses were considerable. Hospital attendants also were required involving their support. This was the task which Hudson Taylor undertook believing on the promise, "Seek ye first the kingdom of God and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you," while to some who have no knowledge of experimental or rather true religion, this might appear like presumption, yet to faith, and to those who have real faith, the promises of God are more dependable than bank notes.
But soon word got round that the hospital was now on a new financial footing. Most of the hospital attendants, apprehensive that their salaries would no longer be paid, withdrew. This was a change, much to be desired as these unspiritual people were not a help to the testimony of the Lord, at the hospital. This provided the opportunity for the band of ‘live' young converts who were around Hudson Taylor to step into the gap and help as they could in the wards. "No wonder a new atmosphere began to permeate dispensary and wards." Not only did these new converts radiate the joy of the Lord, but they also spoke of the One who had transformed their lives.
The money left by Dr. Parker was soon used up and a crisis faced the entire work of the Lord at the hospital. That morning the cook brought serious news to Hudson Taylor, "The very last bag of rice had been opened, and was disappearing fast." The hearts of Hudson Taylor and his little band of helpers were very much cast upon the Lord, Would He deliver in time?
Yes, our faithful God answered. The answer came only just in time. A letter with pounds fifty in it was received from a Mr. Berger who wrote that a burden had come upon him. He went on to say that he I wanted to use his money for God and that the recent passing away of his father had brought him a further sum of money. Mr. Berger felt that the Lord had laid on him the responsibility of distributing to the work of God, that wealth which God had entrusted to him.
Thus the Lord relieved his servant from distress and confusion. Although the mails in those days were so uncertain and foreign mail was received only twice a month in some cases, yet God who never makes a mistake knew how to send deliverance to His people.
One can imagine the thrill those young converts felt at the faithfulness of God. Oh! What cannot be done by faith? By faithful stewards? And Spirit led living?
CHRIST IS VICTOR, MAY 2025
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