Christ is THE MINISTER'S GREAT THEME, in opposition to a thousand other things which most men choose. I would prefer that the most prominent feature in my ministry should be the preaching of Christ Jesus.

If Christ is preached, and fully lifted up, the effect will be, he will draw all men to himself. Christ draws like a trumpet attracting men to hear the proclamation. Christ draws like a net bringing men out of the sea of sin. Christ draws, also, with bonds of love.

In the next place, Christ attracts like a flag, bringing all the soldiers around him.