p. 176 | Review and Herald, Vol. 20, No. 22. (10/28/1862)

Earlier text: Thoughts on the Revelation

Sister Waggoner’s Testimony

By M. E. Waggoner

From Sister Waggoner.

Bro. White: I love from week to week to read in the Review the cheering testimonies of the saints scattered abroad. I too feel like casting in my mite, although weak and unworthy. I feel like pressing forward with God's people, although I realize that the way is strait and narrow which leads to eternal life. I would say in the language of the Psalmist that "I love the Lord because he has heard my voice and my supplication. The sorrows of death compassed me, the pains of hell gat hold upon me. I found trouble and sorrow. Then called I upon the name of the Lord."

While a careless sinner, by sickness I was brought to feel the need of a Saviour. Typhoid fever was my disease, and I was unconscious for a time. Suddenly I aroused as if from sleep, and felt that I must die without any hope in God. All the horrors of the second death seemed to be hanging around me. My mother clasped my hand, and said that it was growing cold. My eyes were dim, and my friends thought I was soon to leave them. It was an awful thought to me to think of being lost. I had no faith to ask the Lord to save me, after I had spent all my life in sin. My only hope was in the preservation of life. I commenced pleading with the Lord to restore me to health. I cared not then who heard me pray. I only wished that the Lord would answer me, and I believe he did deign to hear a poor sinner's prayer and come to my relief; for from that moment I began to recover. I continued in secret prayer, but almost three months elapsed before I felt that my sins were forgiven. I cared nothing for the things of earth. I was continually thinking of my sad condition without a Christian's hope. I thought that I would freely give the whole world, if I possessed it, for the evidence that my name was written in heaven. Despair seemed to settle upon me. It seemed an impossibility for any person to be holy enough to obtain the great reward that was promised to God's people.

Finally I began to have hope in my own case, and cast myself upon the mercies of God. I then felt that the burden of sin which I had so long carried was rolled off, and I could rejoice in a Saviour's pardoning love. For a few months I enjoyed that peace which the world can neither give nor take away. Everything seemed to pass on smoothly, and I began to think that I should have no trials. Two years had not elapsed till I was somewhat careless about my duty to God; and when the present truth found me I was in a measure drinking into the spirit of the world.

My heart glows with gratitude to God for his long-suffering and tender mercy toward me. I feel to adopt the language of the poet, and say,

"I love to think on mercies past, And future good implore; And all my cares and sorrows cast On Him whom I adore."

Deeply do I regret that I have not made more advancement in the Christian life. My mind has been dwelling upon darkness when it should have been upon the precious truths of God's word. I am glad that I have seen my folly, and realize the importance of hearing cheerfully the trials of the way, that I may finally obtain the reward of the overcomers.

I used to think I had so many trials I was doing right to be sad all the time. My brethren and sisters have urged upon me to arise above this feeling which was destroying me. I thought I tried to be cheerful, and would feel better for a short time; but before I was aware of it, would sink down in discouragement worse than before. My mind was impaired by sickness, and I had so long indulged in those feelings that I had no strength to arise above them. I am glad that the Lord has given me health and strength sufficient to arise above despondency. I now feel that I have a great work to do if I ever overcome.

I wish to say to my friends who have taken an interest in my welfare, and tried to cheer me in my hours of sadness, that I am thankful for their counsel, and am sorry that I have not profited more by it in the past. I am glad that it is not too late for wrongs to be righted, and that Jesus is still pleading for sinners. I do feel that we are living in a solemn time, and want to realize it more. I fear that the people of God in Ohio are not awake to the signs of the times. I can but say, Lord, help me to arouse before it is too late. I feel resolved that in the strength of Israel's God I will try to go through with his dear people. This world is a place of sorrow and trial. I am glad there is rest for the weary, a home for the homeless ones. These thoughts cheer me when I feel lonely and have no earthly friend to counsel with.

The time will not be long that we shall have to toil on here. I am glad that there is a hope that can buoy up the sinking spirits amid war and distress of nations. I feel a sweet submission in my heart to the will of my heavenly Father.

A few weeks ago duty called upon me to visit my relatives and attend upon them in sickness. They are out of the truth, and without hope in God. While watching over them I could not refrain from weeping because they had nothing to sustain them. Give me a hope in the Lord in the hour of distress. I value it more than all besides.

"The friends I love may turn from me, Their words unkind may pierce me through, But this my daily prayer shall be, Forgive, they know not what they do." Your unworthy sister in hope of eternal life. M. E. Waggoner. Gilboa, Ohio.

LETTERS.

By Joseph Bates

"Then they that feared the Lord, spake often one to another."

From Bro. Bates.

BRO. WHITE: Our monthly Conference in Allegan, Allegan, Co., was an interesting and solemn meeting. The testimonies in the social meeting were feeling and pointed. Two from Monterey expressed their desire to go with us to Mount Zion. This was encouraging, and we receive it as an additional token of the manifest desire of God our heavenly Father to bless and strengthen all that are striving for a more perfect union in this great work. Their testimonies embraced but a few broken sentences, yet it caused a deep sensation to pervade our entire meeting. When we were parting after the communion of the Lord's supper, some said, We have had a good meeting hav'nt we? Yes, was the response from others, this was the best meeting we have had. We thank God for the sweet influence of his Holy Spirit, to quicken his people.

The next monthly meeting was appointed to be held in Monterey on the second Sabbath in November.

On first-day following we attended the funeral of a child at Otsego. The methodist Meeting-house was opened for us on this occasion, which gave us the privilege of addressing many people on some points of present truth that seldom go out to hear preaching on any other occasion.

JOSEPH BATES.

Monterey, Oct. 21, 1862.

Extracts from Letters.

Sister C. Prentice writes from Red Rock, Iowa: Months have elapsed since I have attempted to address the brethren and sisters through the Review, and they have been months of sorrow and deep anxiety, for I have a son, a beloved boy, far away from the home of his childhood, engaged in the service of his country. Doubtless there are many other Advent mothers who will join with me in thanking Bro. White for making our duty so clear as regards this war. I had never really doubted, but he has made the truth more apparent.

There are times when nature, feeble and erring, asserts her sway, and I am almost ready to be submerged beneath the waves of doubt and despair. Again, I triumph in the thought, Our Father doeth all things well. He is a God of justice and mercy. How precious a thing is this perfect confidence and trust in the divine will! How dear and infinitely sweet to the Christian are the words, "Our Father." The passage of time only tends to establish me more firmly in present truth, and I thank God daily that I have lived to hear the third angel's message, and unite myself with those who keep the commandments.

Although deprived of meeting with those of like faith, the Sabbath is kept as a holy day,—a day of rest, in which the soul refreshes itself by reading, by prayer, and holy meditation, gaining courage and strength for the cares and trials of the coming week. At such times, next to my Bible comes the Review, and I find consolation and hope in its pages. How often is my heart drawn out in sympathy with some lonely one! But brothers and sisters, be of good cheer. A glorious day is dawning! Soon Christ will come and gather his children home. Home! blessed thought! glorious hope! Home to our Father's house, the house of "many mansions."

I pray that I may have a part with you in the first resurrection.

Sister H. Andre writes from Lisbon, Iowa: For the first time I would say a word to the brethren and sisters whose words of admonition and encouragement have so often cheered and strengthened me. I have felt for some time that I would like to state to the remnant scattered abroad what great things the Lord has done for me. It is a little over two years since my companion and myself embraced the third angel's message. Since that time we have been trying to walk in obedience to all God's commandments. We feel thankful to the Lord that we have been permitted to hear these precious truths, and that we had hearts willing to obey. We praise the Lord that he has led us thus far, and has kept us from the destructive power of the enemy and adversary of our souls. He has said, Fear not, little flock; for it is your Father's good pleasure to give you the kingdom. Yes, he will take it from the enemy and give it to the saints of the Most High. O blessed hope! of being heirs together with the saints of all ages.

When I contemplate the glories of that kingdom, and realize that so soon the saints of God will be delivered from this dark world, and be permitted to enter in through the pearly gates into the city where they will receive the fruition of their hopes, and be forever free from the cares, perplexities, and anxieties of this life, I feel as though I must be there. Yet I realize that in order to be an heir to that inheritance I have many things to overcome, many evil besetments to conquer, and I feel my need of the grace of God to help me in the conflict. I hope I ever shall have a heart willing to receive reproof. I believe the visions are an important part of the third angel's message, and will bring God's people to the unity of the faith, if heeded as they should be. I want to be found with clean hands and a pure heart when the Lord comes to take vengeance on them that know not God, and that obey not the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ.

APPOINTMENTS.

Quarterly Meetings.

THE Michigan Conference Committee appoint Quarterly meetings as follows: Battle Creek, Nov. 1. Monterey, " 8, 9. Wright, " 15, 16. Greenville, " 22, 23. Where Bro. E. S. Griggs may appoint, " 29, 30. Lapeer, Dec. 6, 7. Where Eld. Lawrence may appoint, " 13, 14. Tompkins, " 20, 21. Hanover, " 27, 28. Parkville, Jan. 3, 4. Where Bro. Harvey, Ind., may appoint, " 10, 11. Eaton Co., " 17, 18.

One or more of the Committee will be in attendance at these Quarterly meetings. Should any changes be necessary in the appointments, they will be made in season to save disappointment.

JAMES WHITE, J. N. LOUGHBOROUGH, JOHN BYINGTON. Michigan Conference Committee.

Elders J. N. Loughborough and John Byington will hold a two days' meeting at Parkville, Mich., Nov. 1 and 2. CON. COM.

In arranging Quarterly meetings for Michigan and Northern Indiana, it was found that the appointment for Greenville was premature; hence the meeting there is two weeks later, which can be protracted as long as the interest may demand. CON. COM.

Providence permitting, I will preach at Assyria, Mich., Friday evening, Nov. 7, and Sabbath, the 8th. Also at Penfield, First-day, the 9th. J. N. LOUGHBOROUGH.

BRO. AND SR. WHITE design to be at the Quarterly Meetings at Monterey, Wright, and Greenville.

BUSINESS DEPARTMENT.

By Editor

Business Notes.

E. W. Coy: The address of Joseph Catlin is Buchanan, Berrien Co., Mich.

The P. O. address of B. Allen has been changed from Newport, R. I., to Reading, Vt.

Tent-Meetings in Marshfield.

By D. T. Bourdeau

We remained in Marshfield about three weeks. The war excitement was very high at first, and it rained about eight evenings out of twelve; but we had a pretty good attendance, scattered several of our works, and formed many happy acquaintances.

Bro. S. Pierce was with us during the last week that we labored in Marshfield, and we had a free time in visiting several Advent families. The blessing of the Lord rested upon us while we endeavored to explain the sanctuary, and showed the necessity of keeping the commandments. An Advent sister heartily embraced the third angel's message, and others acknowledged that we were right.

While in this place we met more or less opposition from Eld. Cleaveland, an Advent preacher. He took the position that the Sabbath had been changed by divine authority, and promised to present his view of the subject if the people desired it. But when he saw that the people were anxious to hear him, he excused himself, saying it would make a collision. But how does this fear of making a collision agree with the following words of Christ: "Think not that I am come to send peace on the earth; I came not to send peace, but a sword?" Luke x, 34. Again, how long would Paul have thundered the gospel, which was a stumbling-block to the Jews and foolishness to the Greeks, if he had feared making a collision? From the course that Eld. C. pursued in Marshfield and elsewhere, it is very evident that he prefers to oppose our views during our absence, than to meet us face to face.

There are some in M. who are with us in spirit and sympathy. We trust that ere long they will cut loose from those influences that bind them, and keep the truth, that they may have a shelter from the coming storm.

D. T. Bourdeau. A. S. Hutchins.

Report from Bro. Snook.

By B. F. Snook

It has been some time since I have made any report; and lest the brethren should think that I am getting weary in well-doing, I will write again.

I spent Sept. 27 and 28 with the brethren at La Porte. Our meetings were well attended, and the Lord was with us in giving pointed testimony against the evils practiced by many in the church. They will profit by our visit, I hope. The church adopted the plan of systematic benevolence.

I spent Oct. 3-4 with the brethren at Fairview. We were disappointed in not meeting as many brethren as we expected, but had a good meeting. The church there is unitedly striving to overcome. We baptized one.

Sabbath, the 10th inst., I preached to the brethren in Marion, at our home. Our little church is still striving to go through to the kingdom.

Tuesday, the 14th, I preached to the brethren at Lisbon. This little flock, though fleeced and bled almost to death, are not discouraged, neither cast down, but are determined to go through with the people of God.

Among our brethren in this part of the State there is now entire unity. We all desire to move with the body, and not be left behind. I am now at home, under affliction, but hope to be able to go out soon. I feel that

"Whether many or few, All my years are his due, They shall all be devoted to him."

The way has been closed up in this State for labor outside of the churches, but now I think the way is open. I am truly happy to learn that Bro. Cornell is coming back to Iowa. May the Lord bless and give him a prosperous tour. May the Lord continue the Leader of this people, is my prayer.

B. F. SNOOK.

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Hope of the Gospel, or Immortality the gift of God, Which? Mortal or Immortal? or an inquiry into the present constitution and future condition of man, . . . 15 4

Modern Spiritualism; its Nature and Tendency, . . . 15 4

The Kingdom of God; a Refutation of the doctrine called, Age to Come, . . . 15 4

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Signs of the Times, showing that the Second Coming of Christ is at the door, . . . 10 3

Law of God. The testimony of both Testaments, showing its origin and perpetuity. . . . 10 3

Vindication of the true Sabbath, by J. W. Morton, late Missionary to Hayti, . . . 10 3

Review of Springer on the Sabbath, Law of God, and first day of the week, . . . 10 3

Facts for the Times. Extracts from the writings of eminent authors, Ancient and Modern, . . . 10 8

Miscellany. Seven Tracts in one book on the Second Advent and the Sabbath, . . . 10 3

Christian Baptism. Its Nature, Subjects, and Design, . . . 10 3

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Matthew xxiv. A Brief Exposition of the Chapter. . . . 5 2

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Review of Crozier on the Institution, Design, and Abolition of the Seventh-day Sabbath, . . . 5 1

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Brown's Experience. Consecration—Second Advent, . . . 5 1

Report of General Conference held in Battle Creek, June, 1859, Address on Systematic Benevolence, &c. . . . 5 1

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