Stowe and Beecher are such thoughtful writers. They close The American Woman's Home with consolation for those who, reading the book, feel they have already failed. We are all sinners, they counsel. As long as "there is this constant aim and purpose to obey Christ in all things, mistakes in judgment as to what is right and wrong are pitied, 'even as a father pitieth his children,' when from ignorance they run into harm."
They conclude with a millienial vision which I do not understand, but perhaps shall in the future.
As a mom going through a difficult time with a child who is suffering, I have reproached myself over and over for what I would/might/could have done differently. I do know the Father's heart is with me; that He hurts for me as I hurt for my son. And perhaps He pities me for the mistakes I have made as well. And that is a good place to rest for tonight.
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