A SERMON
I’d rather see a sermon than hear one any day.
I’d rather one should walk with me than merely show the way.
The eye’s a better pupil, and more willing than the ear;
Fine counsel is confusing, but example is always clear.
So I’d rather get my lesson by observing what you do;
It is not enough to preach it; you must live the sermon too.
For I may misunderstand you and the high advice you give,
But there’s no misunderstanding how you act and how you live.
[Author Unknown]