Sister M. B. Pierce writes from Andover, Vt. : "I feel that I must be among those who shall hear the sayings of Jesus and do them. Matt. vii, 24, 25. The storm is coming; and we must have our foundation on the rock, or it will be overthrown. While the blessed Saviour is patiently bearing with us, and is our merciful high priest, shall we, can we, be indifferent and let this last chance slip by? My heart answers, No. I will try to be zealous and repent of all sin and error, and confess the same, and seek meekness, until I shall be guided in judgment fully. Ps. xxv, 9. The promises of the Lord never seemed more precious than of late. While we are in this world of sorrow, pain, trial and death, how good to know what the Lord has in reserve for the faithful. Then let us endure temptation; for 'blessed is the man that endureth temptation; for when he is tried he shall receive the crown of life.' James i, 12.
Loving the Truth and Christ
Sister M. B. Ferree writes from Tiffin, Ohio: "I have been reading the Review about seven months. There is nothing so sweet to me as the truth. I love to walk in all the Lord's ways, and to keep his commandments. And how can I love him enough who has done so much for me ? Jesus is the fairest among ten thousand, and the one altogether lovely to my soul, and therefore I claim the promises of his holy word, that to those who love him and rejoice in his appearing, he will appear the second time without sin unto salvation."
Pressing Forward to the End
Sister M. M. Elmendorph, writes from Polkton, Mich. : "I long for the time to come when sin shall be no more, and the curse be removed, and all the people made righteous and inherit the land, even the earth made new. Blessed be God who has enabled me through his grace to turn away from my idols to serve the living God. I am trying to keep the commandments of God and the faith once delivered to the saints, and to wait patiently for his Son from heaven. O let us be ready to hail the glad day. My heart is faint within me when I see how dull and lukewarm I have been. I mean by the help of the Lord to arise and be more zealous, and be transformed by the renewing of my mind, that I may prove what is that good and acceptable will of God. I want to live in that way that I can say,
> *Jesus I my cross have taken,
> All to leave and follow thee;
> All things else I have forsaken,
> Thou from hence my all shall be.*
"I am a lonely one of earth, and often ask myself the question, Who will be able to stand when he appeareth. Though I am not permitted to meet Sabbath after Sabbath with the brethren and sisters, yet I am not discouraged. I am determined to press forward and see the end of the race. O how painful the thought that any who ever have been partakers in the third angel's message should give it up! Such will have great reason to lament when it is said to them, 'The harvest is past, I know you not.' May the Lord help us each to buy the gold and the white raiment. I desire to go through to the kingdom with God's dear people. It often rejoices my heart to think of the future. The truth looks precious to me. I desire to be one of that happy number that shall enter that rest that remains to the people of God.
> *And then the living saints shall soar,
> And meet him in the sky;
> And death the righteous shall restore,
> Who in the cold grave lie;
> And sin and sorrow, death and pain,
> Shall ne'er be known by them again.'"
The Cause Progressing in Marion
A Correspondent writes from Marion, Iowa : “Bro. Smith: Although I am a stranger to you personally, yet, if we are Christians we are one in Christ; therefore I feel free to address a few lines to you. When Bro. Cornell came to Marion he brought with him a doctrine with which but few, if any, here were acquainted; but all were interested to hear, and during his discourses several persons were convinced that he was preaching the truth. He then entered into a discussion with Eld. McConnel on the law of God; and although Eld. M. strove to the extent of his ability to sustain his position, many were convinced that the ten commandments are now binding on all men. After discussing the subjects of the law and the kingdom, Bro. Cornell resumed his lectures in the court-house, and others were established in the present truth. Thus the cause has progressed. When he returned from Anamosa the last time, after preaching to us a short time he organized a church of about forty members. He has now left Marion, but quite a number are yet searching for the truth, and others are now ready to unite with the church. Yesterday (Sabbath) was the first time that the church has met since it was organized. They met in the court-house, which was pretty well filled. The meeting was opened by one of the brethren, and after a short season of prayer, the friends proceeded to give in their testimonies, which were very interesting and encouraging; they all appeared to be strong in the Lord and in the power of his might. After about two hours and a half, of prayer and conference, the meeting was dismissed and we returned to our homes, feeling that the Lord had indeed met with his people.”
Preparation for a Temporal Millenium
Preparation for a Temporal Millenium.—From the Scientific American of the 23rd inst. we clip the following item, which does not look much like the theologically predicted time when men shall beat their swords into pruning hooks and their spears into plowshares:
“Armstrong Guns.—Very great activity prevails in all the British arsenals and dockyards. The gun factories are at work night and day on a prodigious scale, forging Armstrong guns of all sizes from 6 up to 100-pounders. It is expected that twelve hundred heavy guns will be ready this year. During the past nine months forty complete batteries of field rifle artillery have been equipped for service, besides two hundred 40-pounders for navy use.”
Meetings in Iowa.
By M. E. Cornell
BrO. SMITH: Since my last report we have had some interesting times. The truth is gaining ground here in spite of all opposition. Since the close of tent season last fall I have engaged in five set discussions, and reviewed eight sermons, and given one hundred and forty-nine lectures. Some of the testimony has had but little effect, but much of it has been blessed to the convincing of the honest, and a goodly number are rejoicing in the truth.
After moving the tent to Marion Bro. Brinkerhoof remained at Fairview and Anamosa one week, to confirm the believers, and attend to baptizing. Nine were buried in baptism.
Bro. B. then came on to Marion where he remained through the week, and occupied most of the time preaching on the law and Sabbath, and then was called home because of the ill health of his family. I felt very sorry to part with Bro. B., for I much needed his help. When I am alone with the tent I get no rest, and appear to be wearing out fast. But I do not complain, the cause is the Lord,s and it is safe to trust all in his hands.
After Bro. B. left it was thought best to tarry another week in Marion. Forty-nine voted to keep the Sabbath, and afterwards we heard of seven more that did not arise, when the vote was called. We asked those who knew of any testimony for the first day of the week to arise, but not one moved. Nine called for and received letters of dismissal from the Baptist church, and several others are resolved to do so soon.
At the baptism there was good order. It was remarked that they never saw so many people together in that place on such an occasion. Fourteen were baptized.
We expect to go next to Rome, but have not decided fully. Those who wish to write to us, can direct, till further notice, to Anamosa, Jones Co., Iowa.
M. E. CORNELL.
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A Desire for Gospel Laborers
Sister C. E. Austin writes from Cambria, Wis.: “By the grace of God assisting me I am determined to see the inside of the kingdom. I feel willing to give up the whole world for the lowest seat in the kingdom of our blessed Saviour. This world is full of trials and sorrow, but we have heard of a better country, to which, if faithful a little longer, we shall be taken with Christ’s ransomed children. I sometimes feel lonely on the Sabbath, having none to meet with of like faith. Bro. Sanborn delivered one discourse here, but could not stay longer. The people were well pleased with him. I believe that he could do a great deal of good here, and my desire is that the Lord will open the way so that Bro. S. or some other messenger may come this way and give light to this people.”