Living as Pilgrims and Strangers
BRO. AND SISTER H. G. BUXTON write from Pomfret, Ct.: The solemn truths of this age are dearer to us than all things besides. We are striving daily to die to the world by giving it up and living as pilgrims and strangers; by crucifying the fleshly appetites and desires, and living out the Health Reform in all its bearings as the Lord has made it known to us. Never before in our experience in present truth have we felt so like humbling ourselves, that we may share largely of the Spirit of God. Our hearts say, Praise the Lord for all the way he has led us, and for the rich prospect of glorious deliverance so soon to come. We have none of our friends with us in the truth, though we have affectionately and earnestly entreated them to examine God’s word in regard to his law and the signs of the times, yield obedience thereto and be saved in the great day of his wrath. Brethren, do we realize as we ought the perilous times we are in, and the great responsibility resting upon us, not only to live righteous lives ourselves, but to gather in honest souls to the truth, and warn all to flee the wrath of a just God? We are coming up here as a church with the message. Have a good Sabbath School and conference meetings. Our hearts would be cheered and we think the cause advanced if Bro. Andrews or Canright could hold a series of meetings here.