Royal Children: Humble Servants of the King

Mrs. Miersma is the wife of Rev. Thomas Miersma, missionary in Spokane, Washington. In our fallen world, the words "royal children" or "royal family" often create in our minds visions of riches, luxury, and multitudes of servants -- in fact, a life of ease and pleasure. Yet, even in earthly realms, this is only a part of the picture. In times past and present, kings and queens have trained their children for their place in life, expecting them to study and acquire the abilities they will one...