The Parable of the Two Millstones

The Parable of the Two Millstones

In the home of a rich merchant, two hard heads with fiery tempers abide. Like the age-old story of the Prodigal Son, the distress that comes with stubborn pride gives way to a softening of heart. Though God often leads His children in mysterious paths, it is always for their good.

The Parable of the Two Millstones illustrates just how powerful the gift of forgiveness can be.

Also includes a second story, Sepelli, the Swiss Boy, translated from German as well, by Franz Sales Meyer. The story of Seppeli brings to light the severity of the famine of Switzerland in 1817, unmasking the hypocrite and proving the faith of God’s devoted followers. The compelling adage to “be industrious and pray”, is at the heart of this telling tale.

Reader Reviews

“Two heads are not always better than one….at least not two hard ones. The Lord gives us specific instructions on obeying our parents without question, but it also tells parents to not frustrate their children either. When we don’t follow those instructions, nothing good comes of it. Sometimes we pay a high price for choosing to behave in a way contrary to what God tells us. A must read for fathers.” — Jan Kerley of Sparta, Tennessee

“My husband immediately started reading this book to our children age 10, 8, and 6. They beg for him to continue each night. The book is a beautiful edition that will be treasured in our house for years to come.” — Jill Stanish of Eldora, Iowa

Table of Contents

The Parable of the Two Millstones

1. Hard Heads
2. At Sea
3. Mr. Stifter
4. The Runaway’s Return

Seppeli, the Swiss Boy

1. Seppeli’s Parentage and Family
2. Seppeli and Fridolin Upon Their Journey
3. Seppeli Comes Into the Neighborhood of Constance
4. Upon the Island
5. Seppeli Desires to See His Parents Again
6. Accompanied by HisFather, Seppeli Returns to the Island

About the Lamplighter Rare Collector’s Series

Lamplighter stories are much more than good and wholesome reading for the family.  The inspiring role models found in Lamplighter books show a child that outward compliance alone will not carry a child through the stresses and disappointments soon to be faced in adolescence and adulthood, nor are they a substitute for faith in Christ.  As we learn of perseverance, courage, loyalty, humility, these are qualities to emulate and pursue, but as children read in stories of others like them trying their best and falling short, they will powerfully learn their need for the gospel.  Though life is often not easy, we can be confident that each disappointment and trial is designed by a loving God for our good.

Lamplighter books are carefully designed to draw children back to the Bible, to ensure that each story reflects the character of God.  Often, key Scriptures are referenced so that they may be stored in a child’s heart. Lamplighter volumes are recognizable right away by their beautiful, high-quality bindings.  But the other unique feature of a Lamplighter book, in contrast to other publications of the same title, is that the Lamplighter editions have been enhanced with helpful footnotes and woven with threads of Biblical truths that will be etched into an awakened moral conscience. These characteristics are what make our Lamplighter Collection so unique and highly valued.