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Over in Belgium, on one of the most important bridges, there stand the bronze statues which repre– sent the mutual love and affection of a father and his son who won the hearts of their countrymen. Prior to this time, however, because of political offense, both were condemned to die by the blade of the axe. Great difficulty arose though when the gov– ernment couldn't find anyone to be the executioner, since the two were so popular with the people. Then, a strange proposition was made - one would have his life spared if he would behead the other. The proposal was accepted since each saw that
in so doing at least one life might be spared. The son wanted his father to be saved so that he himself could die happily. But, after much persuasion, the son consented to perform the ghastly deed, since the parent reminded him how that his own years were so few. Anyway, on the day of the event, anxious throngs jammed the courtyard as the two were led in from the prison. The scene was grim, with the scaffold built around a huge wooden block. Slowly the aging man placed his head on the cold block and awaited the fatal blow. Then, the son, pale-faced and with wild look, seized the axe and lifted it with trembling hand. But, just as he started to bring it down, he threw it to the side and placed his head. next to that of his father shouting "NO, we die together!" In response to the demands of the people, the government ordered the immediate release of the two and later, through the years, sculptors made memorials in bronze to their honor. This touching story shows how that a son was willing to die for his loved ones. Often-times we hear of those who risk their fives for their friends, but very seldom does anyone ever volun– teer help for his enemies. Yet, the Bible tells us that "God commendeth His love toward us, in that while we were yet sinners," or enemies, "Christ died for us." Have you placed your faith and trust in Him? If not, then do so today and find the true peace and joy of the Christian life. 1••-•--(CLIP OUT AND MAIL IN)••••-• • Bioln Broadcaster ' • BIBLE INSTITUTE OF LOS ANGELES • 558 South Hope Street ' • Los Angeles 17, California • Dear Sirs: • Pleose send me the following free material : : D The July Booklet "YOU CAN HAVE REVIVAL" by • Dr. J. Vernon McGee D PANEL DISCUSSION FOLDERS for the month of (post 7 months available) D Booklet of Poems, Illustrations, Sentence Sermons, Pictures: "NUGGETS OF GOLD" •• D A COPYOF-------------- (specify which catalog of the 4 Schools of the Bible • Institute of ·Los Angeles, Inc.) • • • am enclosing $ for the work of training young people for world-wide missionary service. • NAME • • • ADDRESS CITY ___________ STATE----
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