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Review and Herald Publishing Association · Takoma Park Station, Washington, D. C. · Jan 30, 1908

FromReview and Herald, Vol. 85, No. 5.

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Nebraska

By C. R. KITE.

COLLEGE VIEW.—For some time we have felt a longing in our hearts that God would come near to his people here and awaken them to the solemn time in which we live.
Soon after the camp-meeting held at Hastings, Elder Luther Warren came to College View, and it was planned to hold a few meetings. Each night the interest deepened. The Spirit of God brought conviction to hearts, and we felt that God was beginning a great work for us. The meetings were continued for more than two weeks, and as one brother said to me, “They are the most wonderful meetings I have ever attended.” The Spirit of God went deep and searched hearts; confessions were made; wrongs were righted; the Lord’s tithe was restored, and scores and scores made a start for the kingdom of God. Four baptismal services were held, and more than two hundred dear souls were buried with their Lord in a watery grave, to rise and walk in newness of life.
We felt that the sure way for us to “grow in grace” was to have the experience recorded in John 1:45, 46 (please read it), or, in other words, do personal work for others. So we have organized all the young people in bands for work. A large order for the special Signs was taken, and many have had precious experiences in this work. We have started a night Bible school to continue about twelve weeks, taking up the subjects of Bible doctrine, Bible history, Testimony study, practical nursing and treatment of simple diseases.
A great change has come to our town because hearts have been changed. God has put in our hearts a desire to better fit ourselves to win souls for his kingdom. Young people who before sought the pleasures of the world are now seeking first the kingdom of God. A spirit of helping others has come into hearts; the sick are visited, the poor and needy are helped, and our young people find joy in following the Saviour. We praise God for all these things. Our courage is good. C. R. KITE.