I found this book at Goodwill this week.
The newly-found book of daily Scriptural messages and inspirational verse in which Abraham Lincoln signed his name – a book he used and cherished, revealing a faith you can share. This copy was copyrighted in 1957.
The devotional portion of this volume contains the entire text of “The Believer’s Daily Treasure; or , Texts of Scripture Arranged for Every Day in the Year,” published in 1852 by the Religious Tract Society of London, England. The material is reprinted as it appears in the copy of the book which Abraham Lincoln owned, and therefore contains the several inconsistencies and typographical errors found in the original edition.
This is a bit blurry
This plate of Lincoln and his Log Cabin was given to us by Dear’s grandmother Nettie. It is from Wayne City, Illinois.
I’m including the July 13th entry from the devotional with no corrections…
13
Communion with God
a Source of Joy
There be many that say, Who will show us any good? Lord, lift thou up the light of thy countenance upon us. Thou has put gladness in my heart, more than in the time that their corn and their wine increased. Psalm iv. 6, 7.
Lord, what is life? if spent with thee,
In humble praise and prayer,
How long or short my life may be
I feel no anxious care:
though life depart, my joys shall last,
When life and all its joys are past.
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The Happy Wonderer ~ ellen b. 
I love things Lincoln. Thanks for sharing the book and the family treasure.
That book certainly was a great find and the plate is indeed a treasure to hold on to! Being Canadian, I’m not that familiar with your presidents but of course I have heard of Lincoln:-) xo
Thanks for sharing your show and tell with us today.
Looks like an intersting book. The plate is a neat treasure to have too.
What need things to have and share!
I think you’re blog looks pretty good to me!!
The devotional is awesome and I have not seen that plate before – where were you hiding it?
What a treasure!
We are so blessed to be able to read about the wonderful heritage of our founding fathers and true Statemen. Your finds are lovely. Thanks for sharing.
Susan
What a treasure you found…..I’m a book lover and would love to find a copy of this book…….the plate is an heirloom….thanks for visiting with me……Betty
What a treasure!
Hello Ellen,
I just found your blog today and am blown away by its simplicity and beauty. What an interesting, delightful, and refreshingly-different post! I’m intrigued by your new book…
Thanks for letting me drop in and read. Hope you have a wonderful weekend!
In Him,
Brin
http://www.messythrillinglife.blogspot.com
What a wonderful treasure!
Very interesting. I think Lincoln was a very complex and intelligent man. I ‘ve been to his birthplace in Kentucky. Seeing that small log cabin makes you realize that his beginnings were, indeed, humble.
That is so cool, great find. Thanks for sharing and thanks for stopping by at my blog today.
Kitty
What a wonderful find, Ellen!! I enjoyed the entry you shared with us and the plate is beautiful!
Kelli
What a charming show and tell – and not just one but wo? Quite heartwarming. Thank you for dropping by The Trad Pad for a visit.
Wonderful finds. Two show and tell’s – so heartwarming. Thank you for dropping by my blog for a visit. You are welcome any time.
Blessings and bliss
LOVE Lincoln! What awesome goodies! Enjoy!
Really enjoyed reading about this! Arbraham Lincoln is a man I will always admire. Those are fine Lincoln collectables you have!
Blessings to You! Claudia O.
How interesting to have a publication of the devotions that Lincoln read himself. I love that you have a family Lincoln plate to go with this new addition to your collection. Very nice post!
Ladies,
I enjoyed reading all your comments and visiting your sites to see your show and tells. Blessings on your weekend.
What treasures – how fantastic to own such important pieces of your country’s heritage!