As the brethren in several places have been astonished and grieved by the report that Bro. J. Dorcas had lost his interest in present truth, sold out in Ohio and bought two hundred acres of wild land in Iowa, and was moving on to it, &c., I am glad to inform them that it is a mistake. He has moved West in order to get his family away from the hard influence of opposing relatives. He is willing to make any sacrifice to save his family. His zeal in this direction is worthy of imitation by many others. I question whether it was best for him to make so long a journey to another State, but his motive I do not question. I know of many that seem perfectly calm and contented while their children are following the spirit and practices of the world, and they have been admonished again and again that their children were going in the broad road to perdition. Such parents will wake up ere long, I fear, when it is too late. O that parents would consider in time and make a zealous effort to save their families.
Many parents in Michigan have no occasion to weep over Bro. Dorcas because of his unwillingness to sacrifice for the good of the Cause or his family, but much reason to heed what Jesus says, Luke xxiii, 28, "Weep for yourselves and for your children." See also Joel ii, 12; James iv, 9.
M. E. CORNELL.
Gilboa, Ohio, Oct. 25th
Up for Office.
By Editor
Probably no one can have failed to notice, during the recent fall elections, the zeal manifested by the political candidates of all parties, and the sacrifices they were willing to make to accomplish their aims. What was the secret of all this zeal and activity? Simply this: They were up for office. If they gained their end, they were to be elevated to a position a little higher than their fellow-citizens around them, to have a little honor bestowed upon them, and to receive a little aggrandizement as the reward of their services.
There are but few transactions of real life from which we may not draw some lesson. And from these scenes, we may derive instruction. We, too, brethren, are up for office. Not, indeed, such an office as men can bestow; not an office the advantage of which is doubtful, and the honor temporary and uncertain; but one the glory of which shall never pass away. What is it? It is to be made kings and priests unto God, to reign with Christ a thousand years on glorious judgment thrones, and ever after that upon the earth made new. Such is the prize within our reach, if we make haste to secure it.
Who then should make the greatest effort and manifest the greatest zeal? Those who are striving for the least, or those who are laboring for the noblest prize? Which should call forth most energy? An insignificant or an eternal reward? But, brethren, which does most excite it? and who are the most zealous? Ah! these are the questions. Must we, candidates for eternal life and the immortal honor of the sons of God, confess ourselves outdone by political partizans, in efforts to secure the prize, who aim only at a little earthly glory? It ought not so to be. Where is the zeal, the activity, the energy, corresponding with the prize for which we are seeking, and the importance of the time in which we are living? Swiftly the day of decision approacheth. Soon the sentence will be declared, and he that is holy will be forever so, and he that is filthy can never free himself therefrom. Let us not suffer, brethren and sisters, the children of this world to be wiser in their generations, or more consistent, than the children of light. Let us be zealous to make our calling and election sure.
Bro. Sperry.
By Editor
Those who have been pained to hear of the sickness of our dear Bro. Sperry in his western field of labor, will be gratified to read the following note from him, dated Round Grove, Ills., Nov, 3rd, 1858.
"Bro. Smith: It is with deep gratitude to God that I write; having been bound by the power of disease since the 3rd of Sept. until last Sabbath, the 30th Oct. While upon my bed, looking to the Lord, the Spirit bade me arise and go free. I obeyed, and, as I walked forth, the blessing of God descended and rested upon me until I was enabled to walk in perfect freedom. Praise the Lord forever for his goodness to his children! I write for the encouragement of those who have offered their fervent prayers for us in this affliction. We have not sought the Lord in vain. The promises of God are yea and amen. I trust my eyes have been anointed and that I have been taught some valuable lessons which will work out the peaceful fruits of righteousness. The promises of God appear more glorious and sure. It is certain that God is a strong hold in the day of trouble, and this promise has followed me, [Ps. 1, 14, 15.] Offer unto God thanksgiving; and pay thy vows unto the Most High: and call upon me in the day of trouble; I will deliver thee, and thou shalt glorify me. When we come to God we must believe that he is a rewarder of those that diligently seek him. The Lord help us to believe and walk out upon his word, and get ready for the loud cry and latter rain that we may receive immortality and eternal life. Blessed hope! The trials of earth will be passed, our joys complete, safe in our Father's home."
Hospitality in McGregor
Bro. T. Draper would say to any brethren who may be passing through McGregor, Iowa, that he may be found at the house of Jno. G. Bass, where he would be rejoiced to see them, and happy to wait upon them.
Appointments Withdrawn.
By R. F. COTTRELL
My appointments at ULYSSES and PORT ALLEGHANY are hereby withdrawn, that I may labor in a new place in West Union. There is an interest in this place to hear, and though I would be glad to meet with the brethren according to my appointment, duty seems to call me to change my course.
R. F. COTTRELL.
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