MONTHLY MEETING IN MAINE.
By Chas. Stratton
Our Monthly Meeting was held in Canaan, according to appointment, May 11 and 12. The meeting was one of interest. Good union prevailed. There was not a jar or discordant note throughout the meeting. The preaching was good, and the faith of the church increased. The commandment keepers in this place are becoming more rooted and grounded in the truth, and I think will soon come into organization. Some of them need more perseverance and zeal in the good work. All are holding on that have moved out to keep all God's commandments; and others are under conviction, who with some help will come along. The Sabbath School children of Canaan and Clinton gave us an exhibition of what they had learned of that blessed book, the Bible. It was interesting to hear some of the little ones lisp forth the word of God. Oh! that Jesus may take them in his arms and bear them along to his heavenly kingdom. Truth is advancing, and the interest is increasing in this region of country. Though in the midst of opposition, the word of God holds its position, and men may as well run themselves against a block of marble as to run against God's commandments; for David says, “The law of the Lord is perfect converting the soul. The testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple.” And he adds that “all his commandments are sure;” that they “stand fast forever and ever, and are done in truth and uprightness.”