Persuasion is constantly tried, often with no success whatever. The
reason of failure is frequently found in the neglect of perseverance.
In a very small Bible class of young men the fall of Jericho
was the subject of discussion on a certain Sunday. One of the
members suggested that more members might be brought in if some
of the faith of the besiegers of old were used. Another member
at once suggested that a list of those advisable should be made,
and that each should be “encompassed” by calls on seven days,
each day by a different man. The suggestion was adopted. Next
day a young business man received a visit and an invitation to
attend the class next Sunday. He was indifferent and did not
promise. On Tuesday the second called and was treated coldly.
But on Wednesday when a third man called the effect showed. “Two
men have called already; I am considering,” said he. On Thursday
when the fourth visitor called, down came the walls. He promised
to attend and attended regularly. Others were won. Among them
was a musician, who organized a fine orchestra. (Text.)
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