HOUSE TO HOUSE VISITATION.
A PRIVATE note from a town in Eastern Ohio, tells us of the way in which a work of revival commenced. The pastor having, by announcement from the pulpit, secured the attendance at an evening meeting of a large number of his members, explained to them how, in his judgment, the work of the Lord could be revived in the town and in the church. “Work,” remarked he, “will do it—regular, persistent, hard work from every one who holds a membership in the society, and feels that Christ has died for sinners, and is willing to save them.” After a twenty minutes’ talk, he obtained the pledge of ten men and thirty women to do the work of religious visitation, from house to house, for at least two weeks, beginning on the morrow. The visiting was commenced, as promised, and on the following Sabbath there were forty-five strangers at the eleven o’clock preaching service. By the second Sabbath the congregation had nearly doubled, and on the evening of that day thirteen persons rose in the congregation asking the prayers of God’s people. The following Sabbath there were twenty conversions and accessions, and at this writing the town was in a flame of revival. God honors those who honor him. Feeble efforts are recompensed by feeble results. Hearty, united, and continued labor, he crowns with victory. Convince the world that your profession is a possession as well—a living, impelling heart-power, and you secure attention and consideration for your views.—Cincinnati Christian Advocate.