Untitled article by G. W. A.

The Seventh-day Adventist Publishing Association · Battle Creek, Mich. · Third-day, January 14, 1868

WAITING FOR CHRIST.

By G. W. A.

Such is the position of the people of God whose lot is cast in the present day. We are looking for that blessed hope, and are fully aware what it is to be in the patient waiting for Christ. We are like the tempest-tossed mariner, who has long rocked on the restless wave, and is now just coming into port. But as the care-worn sailor’s dangers increase as he nears the harbor, so the Christian on the voyage of time finds new difficulties as he is about to moor in the haven of endless rest.

The wrath of the dragon was never stirred as it will be in the last time. Every scheme to decoy poor souls from the true faith, every stupefying potion that lulls into carnal security, and every wily trap to ensnare the unconsecrated, will be successively tried by the great arch-deceiver. In these times, the people of God should have their eyes open. The Devil is on the alert; we must watch. Temptations prevail; we must pray. The enemy’s forces are organizing and preparing for a grand attack; we must beat up fresh courage, rally our strength, and make ready for the onset. Who will do it?

G. W. A.