Bro. Smith: I feel like giving in my testimony with those scattered ones who are keeping the commandments of God and have faith in Jesus. I feel to praise the Lord for a willing mind to hear the truth and to do his will in all things. In trying thus to do I have met with persecution, and expect still to meet it. The nearer we come to the unity of the faith, the more we get of the knowledge of the Son of God, the more the dragonic spirit will be manifested towards us. The Apostle says in 2 Tim. iii, 12, Yea, all that will live godly in Christ Jesus shall suffer persecution, &c. So in this world we must expect tribulation. Yet to those who overcome and are faithful unto the end, the gift of God, which is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord, is so much greater as not to be compared to the light afflictions and persecutions which they may be called to endure in this life.
If we are faithful Jesus will be our Friend, he who overcame the world and is now our mediator in the heavenly Sanctuary, presenting his precious blood that our sins may be blotted out when the times of refreshing shall come from the presence of the Lord, Acts iii, 19. Angels will be our ministering spirits, to comfort, strengthen, and waft the darkness away that is being pressed on our minds by the agents of the evil one. It is my heart's desire to give earnest heed to the counsel of the faithful and true Witness, be zealous and open the door of my heart that my dear Saviour may come in and take up his abode there and fill it with joys the world can never give nor take away. I want to be clothed with righteousness as with a garment.
I desire the prayers of God's people that I may be one of that number that shall stand on Mt. Zion having their Father's name written in their foreheads, and in whose mouth will be found no guile, for they are without fault before the throne of God.
R. Sawyer.
Port Byron, N. Y.
J. L. LOCKE
By J. L. Locke
From Bro. Locke.
DEAR BRETHREN AND SISTERS: I am thankful that I ever heard the three angels' messages, and their connected truths. I do feel to praise the Lord for his goodness to the remnant. I am encouraged when I hear at different times of the manifestations of his Spirit in answer to the prayer of faith. We have great reason to be thankful for the Bible in these days of peril. I see much to convince me that Babylon is fallen, when we hear her professed teachers declaring that the religion of Jesus was always a popular religion, and that no one was ever persecuted for doing right. We are living in a solemn time. There is great need of watchfulness and prayer and self-examination.
We have been greatly strengthened and encouraged by a visit from Bro. Waggoner, and I see by his letter in the Review that he has requested Bro. Byington to visit the church in Salem. We hope to see him soon. I believe the brethren and sisters are striving to get the victory over every besetment that they may be prepared for the refreshing when it shall come from the presence of the Lord.
J. L. LOCKE
Salem, Ind., March 25th, 1859.
Encouraged to Press On
Bro. G. W. Edwards writes from Shunk Ohio: ‐I still feel encouraged to press on to the city. From the daily fulfillment of prophecy I am led to think that our journey's end is near. May God help us to get ready to meet our Saviour in peace. Brethren, it makes me rejoice when I think over my condition, that while desecrating God's holy Sabbath I had the privilege of hearing the truth in its purity. There are nine of us here in this lone wilderness, trying to live as becometh the upright in heart.‐
Quitting the Use of Tobacco
Bro. M. Meeker writes from Lovett's Grove, Ohio, March 30th, 1859: "I herewith send you $2 for your paper, and $1 for Bro. Loughborough. This last dollar is money that I have saved from the useless and hurtful expense of Tobacco. This vile weed I have quit, and hope by the grace of God to stay quit. I feel thankful for the light of the Third Angel's Message, and I pray God may keep me through all my trials, and preserve me to that day. He has kept my feet in the way so far, and I feel to trust him for the future. Brethren, pray for us. We live in an evil time, and need the whole armor."
Eye-sight.
Milton's blindness was the result of overwork and dyspepsia.
One of the most eminent of the American clergy having, for some time been compelled to forego the pleasure of reading, has spent thousands of dollars in vain, and lost years of time in consequence of getting up several hours before day, and studying by artificial light.—His eyes never got well.
Multitudes of men and women have made their eyes weak for life, by the too frequent use of the eye-sight, in reading small print, and doing fine sewing. In view of these things, it is well to observe the following rules in the use of your eyes:
Avoide all sudden changes between light and darkness.
Never begin to read, or write, or sew, for several minutes after coming from darkness to a bright light.
Never read by twilight, or moonlight, or on a very cloudy day.
Never read or sew directly in front of the light, or window, or door.
It is best to have the light fall from above, obliquely over the left shoulder.
Never sleep so that, on first waking, the eyes shall open on the light of a window.
Do not use the eye-sight by light so scant that it requires an effort to discriminate.
Too much light creates a glare, and pains and confuses the sight. The moment you are sensible of an effort to distinguish, that moment leave your reading, and take a walk or ride.
The eye-sight is worth preserving, and by the observance of these simple rules, we may retain it.
The Need of Salvation
Jesus uniformly speaks of it as being necessary that previously to accepting him as a Saviour, the soul should feel the need of salvation. He does not even invite the thoughtless sinner, or the godless worldling, who has no sense of the evil or the guilt of sin, to come to him. Said Jesus, "I came not to call the righteous but sinners to repentance." "The whole need not a physician but they that are sick." "Come unto me all ye that labor and are heavy laden and I will give you rest." "If any man thirst let him come to me and drink." "Blessed are they that hunger and thirst after righteousness, for they shall be filled." Thus the points which have been shown to be necessary from the constitution of things in order to the soul's loving God, are presented in the same light by Jesus himself; and upon the principles which they involve he acted during his ministry.—Plan of Salvation.
OBITUARY.
By R. Sawyer
It becomes my painful lot to announce the death of Mary Ann, my dear companion. She fell asleep on the morning of Feb. 25th, 1859, aged 25 years. She bore with patience and resignation the sufferings of a wasting consumption. She had endeavored to do the will of her heavenly Father in keeping all his commandments, and the faith of Jesus her Redeemer, and in whom she trusted for a part in the first resurrection.
The writer desires to look to Jesus for consolation in this hour of affliction, and prays that he may be counted worthy to escape the things that are coming on the earth, and to stand before the Son of man.
R. SAWYER.
Port Byron, N. Y., March 27th, 1859.
F. C. CASTLE
By F. C. Castle
Fell asleep, March 16th, 1859, our youngest son, Warren B. Castle, aged one year and seven months. His sufferings were great at times, but his countenance a few hours before he died was pleasant, and expressive of innocence and love. Under this affliction we mourn not as those that have no hope, for we believe that the Life-giver is soon coming, and that he will bring him again from the land of the enemy.
F. C. CASTLE
Edwards, N. Y.
Note from Bro. Butler.
By T. J. Butler
I HAVE been giving a course of lectures near Texas, Ohio, on the Maumee river; twenty discourses in all by myself, and four by Bro. Holt; the result of which is a great interest awakened in the minds of the people on the various topics introduced, while many frankly acknowledge the truth, but few have as yet fully decided to live it. We understand that since we left the place, two Disciple ministers have appeared, and tried to pick up the seed. That which fell by the wayside, they may probably devour; but we feel confident that the Lord will not suffer that which fell in good ground to be rooted out with the plough of sophistry, drawn by the sturdy team of malevolence and calumny, even though Satan himself be ploughman. We hope to return to the same field of labor next week, the Lord willing, to cord up the billets, and blow away the dust which has been thrown out in our absence, and in meekness, to unsheath the sword of the Spirit and slay the sophistries and traditions of men, with which they fain would supplant the commandments of God.
Yours in hope of the kingdom,
T. J. BUTLER.
Gilboa, Ohio, March 25th, 1859.
Good News from Wisconsin.
By W. Phelps
Bro. SMITH: I have just returned from a tour of over ten weeks from home, and I would say for the encouragement of those of like precious faith, that the cause of truth in Wisconsin is still onward. When I last wrote I was with the brethren near Mauston. I had spent about two weeks near Sandusky, in the south west part of Sauk Co., and had baptized six in that place. I stayed with the friends near Mauston some over a week, attended nine meetings with the brethren, which seemed to comfort and encourage them. Our last meeting we held at brother Rufus Cowis's, where we attended to the ordinances. Nearly every one in the house spoke, and seemed to be filled with new zeal for the truth. From there I returned to Sandusky again, and commenced meetings in the same school-house where I had held my previous meetings. I spent in all about six weeks in the vicinity. Held meetings, most of the time evenings. We met at the water-side four times, where thirty-six were buried with Christ by baptism, and we trust arose to walk in newness of life. At our last meeting, nearly fifty bore testimony for the truth. I think there are in all about fifty that have embraced the Third Angel's Message and are delighting to keep all of the commandments of God. To God be all the praise! There seems to be much more interest manifested at the present time to hear on Bible subjects than I have ever witnessed before. The Lord seems to be waking up an interest in the minds of the people generally, and the inquiry seems to be for truth. I had several invitations to lecture in different neighborhoods the winter past, which I could not attend to. Truly the harvest is great and the laborers few.
My prayer is that the Lord of the harvest would raise up more laborers which will be willing to sacrifice all for God's precious truth, and go into the field trusting in Israel's God to sustain them; and I hope the brethren and sisters, all together will wake up to the subject, and feel that God has laid upon them the responsibility of keeping the message going. There must be a sacrificing for God. O that every brother and sister could realize the worth of precious sou's which are perishing for lack of knowledge. Dear brethren, let us wake up to the subject, and begin to take hold anew. I feel to gird on the armor anew. I feel willing to spend and be spent for the truth. I think there are indications of the message soon going with mighty power. My prayer is, Lord speed it on, and cut the work short in righteousness, and seal thy servants in their foreheads, that they may be prepared to stand on mount Zion with the Lamb. I wish that brother Ingraham could see it duty to come this way.
Your brother in hope of eternal life when Christ comes. W. PHELPS.
Statistics of Crime
Statistics of Crime. The number of committals to jail, from Geneva, during the past three years, are five hundred and ninety-three! The "suburbs" of Seneca Falls are far ahead of the "city," in the matter of crime. Some of our Missionary Societies had better turn their attention to Geneva.—Seneca Falls Paper.
APPOINTMENTS.
By James White
Providence permitting Bro. and Sr. White will meet with the churches as follows:
Ceresco, April 16th and 17th.
Battle Creek, " 23d and 24th.
Wright, " 30th, and May 1st.
Monterey, May 7th and 8th.
NOTE. I design to preach at each place, on Sabbaths at 10½ A. M., and First-days at 2 P. M.
JAMES WHITE.
Conferences in Ohio.
THERE will be a conference held in Gilboa, Putnam Co., Ohio, commencing on the evening of Friday, May 6th, for the purpose of considering the ways and means of advancing present truth in Ohio during the coming summer. The brethren and sisters throughout the State are cordially invited to attend, to cheer the people of God with their presence, and glorify his holy name by their unanimity of sentiment, and concentrated effort in advancing his cause. Come up, brethren, from east and west, from south and north, and let the interest taken in the advance of truth and the welfare of souls, be fairly represented. We have a commodious house of worship, and many brethren, with a willing and abundantly able heavenly Father, to see to and provide for all wants. Come one, come all; our hospitality is extended to all, and we hope either to see, or hear from all.
Brn. Holt and Cornell are expected to be present: and all other messengers are invited who may find it convenient to attend.
In behalf of the church at Gilboa. T. J. BUTLER.
There will also be a Conference at Republic, Seneca Co, Ohio, to commence May 13th, in the evening, and hold over Sabbath and First-day.
☞ As I have returned to Michigan, Bro. Waggoner decides to visit Ohio, and attend the Conferences at Gilboa and Republic. M. E. CORNELL.
Providence permitting, I will give a course of lectures in the vicinity of Owasso, Shiawasse Co., Mich., commencing April 21st, and continue as the interest may demand. M. E. CORNELL.
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General Conference
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☞ General Conference.—Our General Conference will probably be June 3–6. Special notice may be expected next week.
Appointment Changed to Battle Creek
By James White
☛ The appointment for Hillsdale is changed to Battle Creek for two reasons: first, the distance from Hillsdale to Wright is too great between weekly appointments; second, baptism is called for at Battle Creek the 23d. We design visiting Hillsdale soon. J. W.
Baptism at Battle Creek
By James White
BAPTISM at Battle Creek April 23d. A number from Convis design to be present, some of them to be baptized. The brethren from Ceresco, Bedford, Penfield, and the region round about are invited to attend this Sabbath convocation, and enjoy with us the ordinances of the Lord's house. J. W.