p. 112 | Review and Herald, Vol. 33, No. 14. (3/30/1869)

GEO. WHITE

By GEO. WHITE.

From Bro. White.

BRO. SMITH: Of late I have been wonderfully blessed of the Lord, even amid afflictions, sore trials, and temptations. I am enabled to say, Praise the Lord forever and ever, for his unbounded goodness to me, an unworthy worm of the dust. Truly he forsaketh not his saints in time of trouble. The troubles of the last days are fast thickening around us. We know not whom to trust. The Devil is still on the alert, knowing that his time is short; but if we make God our friend, and trust in him, he will never, no, never, forsake us.

Of late I have taken more interest in reading the Testimonies the Lord has been pleased to give his people. I pray the Lord to increase my love and faith in them more and more. His truth never looked more precious to me than now. May the Lord help me to cleanse myself from all filthiness of the flesh and spirit, perfecting holiness in the fear of God. I want to learn more perfectly how to live healthfully. To accomplish this, I purpose to spend a short time at the Health Institute. My general health is now quite good, and I want to keep it so. My eyes are failing me somewhat.

Brethren, pray that I may overcome all my faults, that with you we may meet in that better land, where parting will be no more.

GEO. WHITE

Durand, Ill.

A Testimony of Finding the Sabbath

SISTER DITWILER writes from Mansfield, Ohio: It is now nearly two years and a half since my attention was called to the Sabbath of the Lord, by Brn. Lawrence and Van Horn, and in searching the word of God I found that I was keeping the commandment of men, instead of the commandments of the Lord our God. I then commenced to try to keep all the law of God. It was a great cross for me to separate myself from the church that I had long been a member of, and which was endeared to me by many ties; but the Lord strengthened me in answer to prayer, and I was enabled to come out from among them, and identify myself with the little band of commandment keepers in the village of Bellville, some ten miles from this place, where I now reside. And to day I love the holy Sabbath and present truth. Not for a moment have I regretted turning my feet into this path, or wished to retrace my way. My trust is in the Lord; my prayer is that I may live near to God day by day, and set a good example before loved ones around.

The Inheritance of the Saints

SISTER B. H. MUNSON writes from PARMA, MICH.: How vain and empty this world appears when compared with the inheritance of the saints, the earth made new. How delightful the prospect of an inheritance there. Then let us bid this world adieu, and press toward the prize.

Love for the Cause

By S. H. Boney

SR. S. H. BONEY writes from VAN BUREN CO., MICH.: The cause, do I love it? It seems to me now as though I never knew a Saviour’s love till since I have been in “the truth as it is in Jesus.” But now I have tasted it, may it grow sweeter, till I hear the “Well done.” I have longed to know that I had been the means of saving even one soul, and then many, that mine might not be a starless crown, should I be so happy as to gain one. For three years, under severe trials, have I been gaining light, and being tested, till now the Lord is working most surely in my behalf.

The Two Essential Points of Advent Faith

SR. E. M. BRANT writes from Minn.: The two great essential points of Advent faith I deem to be the keeping of all God's commandments, and waiting for the soon coming of his Son in the clouds of heaven. My faith grows daily stronger that we are living in the last days. My desires grow stronger that I may be ready to meet the Lord at his coming. As I look back upon more than fifty years in the past, it seems as if they might be all written over with the words, “careful and troubled about many things.” As I look forward to the few days I may yet have to spend on earth, I want my heart directed into the love of God, and the patient waiting for his Son from Heaven.

Growth of the Commandment-Keeping Band

By C. D. Cook

BRO. C. D. COOK writes from Tuscola Co., Mich.: One year ago there were but three of us in this place who were trying to keep the commandments of God, and we were several miles apart. Now there are eleven of us who can meet together nearly every Sabbath for prayer and conference meetings. For this we feel to praise God's holy name. Brethren and sisters, do not forget to pray for us, that we may continue to put our whole trust and confidence in the Lord, and keep all his commandments, that we may be prepared to stand with all his people on Mount Zion.

Hungering for Additional Light

SR. M. M. RUSSEL writes from Walworth Co., Wis.: It is twenty-seven years since we embraced the Sabbath of the Lord. Praise his holy name for this light. But for a few years past we have been hungering for additional light; but not until last summer did we have our wish in the least gratified. By going to Johnstown we obtained a little light, and our desire for more still increases. We hope never to bring a stain on the cause of the dear Redeemer, but ask an interest in your prayers.

Appointments.

By John Nevins Andrews

And as ye go, preach, saying, The kingdom of Heaven is at hand.

The Monthly Meeting for the brethren in Western N. Y. will be held with the church in Rochester, the second Sabbath and first-day in April. The meetings will begin Sabbath evening, and will be holden in the Lutheran school-house nearly opposite the Second Baptist church. J. N. ANDREWS.

Business Department.

Not Slothful in Business. Rom. xii, 11.

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H G Washburn $1.00, O H Pratt 5.00, Joseph Clarke 10.00.

For California Mission.

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General Conference Missionary Fund.

Jas Youll $10.00, Sarah Glascock 1.20.

Receipts for Benevolent Fund.

H K Rumery $10.00, H T Hawley 5.00, P Potter 3.50.

Michigan Conference Fund.

Church at Monterey $10.00, Church at Orange 5.00.

Books Sent by Express.

O A Olson, Ft. Atkinson, Jeff. Co., Wis., $26.59, G H Truesdell, Warsaw, Wyoming Co., N. Y., 12.40.

BUSINESS AND PERSONAL.

A limited space will be given under this head for Business Notices from the brethren, at 20 cents per line for each insertion. Parties must give good reference as to their standing and responsibility.

WANTED.—A strong, healthy woman, to act as a nurse, and who is also able to do all kinds of housework. Good wages. Address, G. F. RICHMOND, Health Institute, Battle Creek, Mich.

A FARM FOR SALE—Twelve miles from Battle Creek City. A rare chance for purchasers. Farm belongs to a widowed sister and must be sold. For particulars Address A. A. DODGE, Battle Creek, Mich.

Note from Bro. Byington.

By John Byington

I was some in doubt as to what was duty when I was requested to attend the appointment at North Liberty, Feb. 27, in place of Bro. and Sr. White; but duty requires us to do the best we can under all circumstances. The church there made thorough effort to rise above the disappointment. Including the social ones, we have had six meetings of worship. They have now a new meeting-house, well finished, and an increase of numbers, and I think of graces, also, in the church. Our meetings were well attended, and I trust not in vain. By request, I left home March 4, to spend a few days with Bro. Matteson in Aladdin. This brother is laboring hard in this place. There are weekly additions to the number embracing the truth. The names of about twenty have been given in for church fellowship; others will be soon. A legal religious society is organized. Materials are being made ready for building a house of prayer, which will be erected early this spring.

We spent two Sabbaths with them, and the intervening time in evening meetings and visiting from house to house, talking and praying with many families. The last Sabbath a man and his wife spoke for the first time; he saying that he felt himself so great a sinner that he doubted whether there was mercy for him. That evening we had a prayer-meeting at his house. It was a heart-searching time. How much might be done if all were awake.

J. BYINGTON.

Ceresco, March 19, 1869.

JAMES WHITE

By James White

During the past sixteen months I have given hundreds of dollars' worth of books, pamphlets, and tracts. This has been a pleasure. But during the same period, I have trusted hundreds of dollars' worth of these publications in good faith that the pay would come in a few months. In many cases I have been sadly disappointed. I am embarrassed for the want of the many small sums which are withheld from me. This is my last call for these sums. And for the future, I shall trust none. I will sell for cash, or I will give, but I will not trust.

JAMES WHITE

Correction.

By D. T. BOURDEAU

In a report from California, in REVIEW No. 4, I am made to say that for one week it had rained almost constantly, etc., but that we had improved our time in writing every day; whereas I had written, “in visiting every day,” and about all the writing I had done that week, was writing the brief report here alluded to. The fact is, that the state of my health, and the other duties of the mission, forbid my writing much at present.

D. T. BOURDEAU.

Detached Thoughts.

By Jos. Clarke

Let not an evil speaker be established in the earth. Ps. cxl, 11. Would all of us dare to offer this prayer? Might it not sometimes return upon the one who offered it?

We dare not ask God to humble us; but we may ask his aid in seeking this virtue, humility, by leading our minds to dwell upon such subjects as will lead to humility and the fear of God.

We fill our lamps often, or they would go out; so our souls do often need to be replenished with the love and grace of God, or we dwindle and expire spiritually.

We do not think it unnecessary to take food regularly, to sustain physical life: why should we think it unimportant to apply as often to our Heavenly Father, to give us our daily spiritual food.

It is a sound maxim in worldly things, that practice makes perfect. Let us try the same principle in spiritual matters.

Jos. Clarke.

For Sale.

By SANFORD ROGERS

I OFFER for sale my place in Battle Creek, consisting of the following-named property. 1. Four acres of good gardening land, street on two sides of it, and a living stream of soft water running across one corner of it. 2. Five acres laid out in city lots, each lot worth from 100 to 300 dollars, rated as lots are now selling around them. 3. A two-story house 22x28 feet, with a wing, making it little less than 28 feet square. Mechanics estimate that such a house could not now be built here for less than $2500. Near the house are one hundred apple trees, young, capable of bearing from 2 to 10 bushels each, of the choicest grafted fruit. A good supply and variety of choice peach trees, thrifty and in full bearing condition, besides small fruits of all kinds sufficient for any family. The place is about 40 rods in a northwesterly direction from the Health Institute, on high ground, commanding a fine view of the city. I will sell all this at any time between this and the middle of April next, for $4000, my object being to free myself from debt. For further particulars, Address, SANFORD ROGERS, Battle Creek, Mich.

The Bible and Tobacco

An old tobacco chewer finds that the Bible sustains his favorite habit. He quotes: “He that is filthy let him be filthy still.”

Prices of our Uncovered Tracts.

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Committee of Entertainment.

BRETHREN and sisters visiting Battle Creek, who are strangers in the place, will inquire for one of the following-named persons who have been appointed by the church as a committee to provide homes for such.

MYRON J. CORNELL, SANFORD ROGERS, HENRY HEARNS, S. M. BOOTH, THEODORE LEWIS, ASAHEL SMITH, DANIEL CARPENTER.

A Proposed Visit to New York and New England

By James White; Ellen G. White

It is possible that we may very soon visit several places in New York and New England. Our minds at present are more particularly upon Boston and vicinity.

JAMES WHITE, E. G. WHITE.

Spiritual Gifts Volumes Needed

By James White

There are on hand at the Office 300 copies of Spiritual Gifts, Vols. iii and iv, 150 copies of Vol. ii, and none of Vol. i. We have hoped to present the subject matter of these volumes, with additional matter, in two large volumes the present spring; but other duties with various depressing circumstances, hinder the work so that it is indefinitely postponed. Meantime, until the new volumes are prepared, we must make the most of Spiritual Gifts in their present form. Most of these volumes must be given to the poor, and charged to the book fund. We invite those who have Vols. i and ii, not much worn, that they would wish to give to the poor, to forward the same to the Office. Or, if these volumes can be obtained of those who do not value them, and forwarded to the Office, they will be thankfully received. If any wish other publications in return, they will be cheerfully forwarded. We want 300 copies of Vol. i, and 150 copies of Vol. ii. JAMES WHITE.

JAMES WHITE

By James White

I design very soon to issue the corrected report of the Book Fund, and hope all will pay their pledges immediately. Others who have not contributed to this Fund can also take part in this good work. Friends, remit immediately, if possible.

JAMES WHITE

Directing Inquiries and Book Orders

By James White

I wish to say to those who address me upon matters relative to the Health Institute, the Publishing Association, and also address orders to me for books, that they had better address those persons who have charge of these things, and have the responsibility of them. JAMES WHITE.

Property Sale Near Greenville

By James White

I wish to say to the many brethren who have written in reference to the property I advertized for sale, situated near Greenville, that should we sell, we must have the pay down, or very soon, in order to pay for a home elsewhere. But present indications strongly favor an immediate return to Montcalm county. In this case, we should not wish to sell at present. JAMES WHITE.

Important and Solemn Meetings

By Editor

We have been having the past week a series of very important and solemn meetings. The plainest and most searching testimonies we ever heard, have been borne by Bro. and Sr. White and Bro. Andrews, giving us new views of the sacredness of the work, the straightness of the way, the proximity of the Judgment, and the exceeding carefulness with which we must prepare for its unerring decisions. These efforts will not be lost. We hope to give a more full report hereafter.