Encouragement in Loneliness
By Sister M. J. Carter
SISTER M. J. CARTER writes from Vernon Co., Wis.: Though often very lonely, I am not discouraged. No, I feel like doubling my diligence to overcome. The Lord being my helper, I can go through to the kingdom. Praise his holy name for the sweet promise that he will never leave nor forsake us; unless we first leave him. I want eternal life. I must have a part in the kingdom of God. I would say to the lonely ones, Look up, and take courage; for our redemption draweth nigh. My faith is strong in the Lord. I love the truths of the third angel's message. Truly the way is straight, and narrow, that leads to the kingdom. We cannot take our idols along with us; but I am thankful for that. I want to be cleansed from every sin while Mercy's sweet voice is still heard in our behalf. How it would gladden our hearts if some messenger could come here, and present the truth before this people. I believe there are some honest ones here, who, could they hear the truth, would embrace it. Some are much interested, and read our papers gladly.