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The Seventh-day Adventist Publishing Association · Battle Creek, Mich. · Mar 10, 1868

FromReview and Herald, Vol. 31, No. 13.

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REPORT OF LABORS.

By N. Fuller

SINCE my last report, I have labored as follows: Jan. 11, 12, attended Monthly Meeting at Niles Settlement.
The Lord gave freedom in preaching the word, and I had great hope that the church would “awake and put on strength.” There was but one thing they lacked, and that was faith enough to arise and assert their freedom in Christ. Those who expect eternal life, must take every advance step, and hold it; and if others will hold on to their wrongs, we must not tarry, if we do we shall perish with them.
The 14th, went to Deer Creek and held a few meetings. There seems to be some interest to hear the word.
The 24th, went to Roulett, Pa., to hold a two-days’ meeting with the friends in that place. Bro. John Barrows attended the meetings and helped in preaching the word. Brn. were there from Port Alleghany, Niles Settlement and Deer Creek. The blessing of God attended the meeting, and we all felt to say, “It is good for us to be here.” Bro. Lacey Lyman opened as usual, his pilgrims’ tavern; and it was well patronized during the meeting.
The 31st, went to Ulysses, Pa., and held meetings with the Brn. and some others who attended with them. We had the blessing of God with us as usual when we meet with these old tried friends of truth. If faithful we shall no doubt meet where long miles over snowy mountains and through freezing valleys will not separate us.
Feb. 7th, went to Niles Settlement to attend the Monthly Meeting for Allegany Co. Here we found some who stand in the way of the work of God rather than to confess their wrongs. Oh! may God anoint their eyes with eyesalve, that they may begin to see, before they fall into the ditch of destruction.
The 13th, went to Farmington, Pa., to hold a two-days’ meeting with friends of truth in that vicinity. The church was in good condition. The Spirit of God was felt by all, or nearly all present. The house was crowded full at every meeting. Souls felt the need of salvation. Some resolved to seek the Saviour. I was sorry to leave so soon on account of appointments ahead.
The 17th, went to Wheeler to hold meetings for the special benefit of the church. Satan had been doing his work of death. And let me here say that the Devil never comes into our hearts unless we first open the door. He has no power to open the door of our hearts. God help us to bolt them against him forever. We have the power, let us use it.
The 20th, went to Catlin Center, Chemung Co., N. Y., to hold meetings with the church. Found the church in good spiritual condition. Here we worked unitedly for the salvation of souls. Two had lately found the Saviour. Two more found a pardon of their sins, and confessed their Saviour. Others still were seeking the Lord, and I trust they will find him precious to their souls. The snow was so drifted on the hills that most of the roads were impassable, making it bad getting out to meeting.
I would acknowledge with heart-felt gratitude the following amounts given me to help bear my expences, besides what I received from S. D. funds.
Lacey Lyman $10.00, Eli Kent 4.00, Friends outside the church at Farmington 6.00, John Woolsey 2.00, Joshua Baker 2.00, Hannah Beecher 1.00, Erastus Dayton 3.00.
On returning home I found a draft of $25.00, sent by Bro. White, given as follows: Eld. J. N. Andrews $5.00, Sr. Jeffrey 5.00, Sr. White 5.00, Bro. White 5.00.
Bro. W. proposes to collect $5.00, which he sends me. May God bless these dear friends. Friends in need are friends in deed.
Yours striving for victory.
N. FULLER.