02317cam a22003133u 4500 11563 UtSlPG 20260610133257.0 m cr n 260607r2004||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 BV Havergal, Frances Ridley, 1836-1879 Morning Bells; Or, Waking Thoughts for Little Ones Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2004 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2004-03-01 E-text prepared by Project Gutenberg Distributed Proofreaders "Morning Bells; Or, Waking Thoughts for Little Ones" by Frances Ridley Havergal is a collection of Christian devotional writings aimed at children, composed during the late 19th century. This book serves as a guide for young hearts to start their days with thoughts and reflections centered around faith, encouraging them to not only find rest in Jesus but also to actively follow Him in their daily lives. It emphasizes moral and spiritual lessons drawn from biblical teachings, making it relevant for nurturing the faith of young readers. The content of the book is structured as a series of daily reflections, each focusing on a specific biblical verse or lesson aimed at fostering a closer relationship with Christ. Each "morning bell" serves to inspire children to embrace virtues such as kindness, faithfulness, and obedience while highlighting the importance of relying on God's guidance and love. Through poetic language and relatable examples, Havergal encourages young readers to recognize Christ's example in their lives, understand the importance of serving others, and ultimately nurture a personal relationship with God. The book's warm tone combined with its practical teachings aims to instill a sense of hope and purpose in the hearts of its young audience. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Children -- Prayers and devotions Christian life -- Juvenile literature https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/11563 53009 53009