Alabama by F. R. Rogers

Review and Herald Publishing Association · Washington, D.C. · Feb 23, 1905

Alabama

By F. R. Rogers

HUNTSVILLE.—The special day appointed for fasting and prayer, February 11, is in the past. Truly the Lord visited us in our meeting here; from the beginning of the Sabbath until its close there was a marked quietness about the place, and a special degree of interest manifested on the part of the students and teachers in calling upon God for help throughout this Southern field. Earnest petitions were offered for this work, especially for laborers to enter the field and proclaim this message to those in darkness, also that the hearts of men who had means might be moved upon to help in this part of the vineyard at the present time. I think I can truly say that never since coming to Oakwood have I seen such a spirit of quietness throughout the school. The students observed the day with fasting, and in our special afternoon service of prayer and praise to God many testified that the Lord had especially visited them, and that they were resolved from this time forth to live better lives, and consecrate themselves more fully to the Lord’s work. Some who had become discouraged since the week of prayer renewed their zeal, and others who had been indifferent rose for prayer, and expressed a desire to live for God. Truly it was a blessed day for us, one that will long be remembered. We especially desire your prayers, that we may be able to follow up this work in just the way the Lord would have us. F. R. ROGERS.