Upon reaching my seat, I would kneel, or bow the head in a few
words of silent prayer, asking the Lord to prepare my heart for
a season of spiritual worship and the acceptance of the truths
and instructions presented by His messengers.
I would join in the singing with my whole soul, not making it a
mere word or note service, as it often is.
While public prayer is being offered, I would have a personal,
silent prayer of my own to offer. This prayer would be short, so
that, when through with it, I could follow the trend of the one
who is praying aloud.
I would greet every stranger and make him feel that I
appreciated his coming to worship with us.
I would see that every visiting member or stranger is invited
into some home for lodging and entertainment. I would not forget
to be hospitable.
I would frequently invite the minister into my home, feeling
that his presence would increase the spirituality of my family.
I would not criticize the minister, the sermon, or the church,
before my children, or non-church-members. I would exercise the
greatest charity toward them all.
I would frequently remember the minister with little gifts and
tangible assistance, and thus help to share the sacrifices he
makes for the Church--which means me and my family.