North Brazil Mission-Another Baptism in Rio by F. W. Spies

Review and Herald Publishing Association · Takoma Park Station, Washington, D. C. · May 30, 1907

North Brazil Mission—Another Baptism in Rio

By F. W. Spies

SABBATH, February 9, was another good day for the Rio church, when we had the privilege of burying with their Lord in baptism three precious souls. The day was a pleasant one, and although those members who live farthest away had about twenty-two miles to come, and one brother had a good share of this distance to walk, most of the members had put in their appearance quite early.

A study on the subject of baptism was held. Its importance, and its blessings, if received by faith, were dwelt upon, as also the preparation required by the Scriptures in order that its blessings may be ours. Then, after examining the candidates before the church (they had already been examined before the church committee), we repaired to a small river several miles away. We enjoyed the presence of the Lord’s gentle Spirit as the rite was being administered, and all were glad that our number had again increased. And as we write their names in our church book, may these also be entered in the Lamb’s book of life, never to be erased, but to be confessed before the Father, and found at last among the overcomers.

F. W. SPIES.