The Week of Prayer in Battle Creek.
By A. J. Breed
MEETINGS were held in the Tabernacle, Review and Herald Office chapel, the Sanitarium, and the College, with increased interest until the close. This gave the greater number of our people in Battle Creek the privilege of listening to the readings, and of attending the devotional meetings held during the week. There seemed to be a different bearing in the meetings this year than we have ever experienced before. Many of the brethren were heard to say that it meant more to them this year than ever before; and that if they did not gain decided victories at this time, they feared that their cases would be hopeless. As the meetings continued from day to day, it was seen that many were gaining the victories they had longed for. The meetings held in the Review Office chapel during the daytime were of a devotional nature, and the same kind of work was carried on as is usually done at camp-meeting. Those especially needing help were asked to retire to smaller rooms, where they could be more by themselves; and from the cheerful countenances seen after these meetings, it was known that the cloud of darkness hovering over the minds of some had given way, and the peace and quietness of heaven was abiding in their hearts. The offerings received in money were greater than for a number of years, amounting, in all, to $1,100. As we thought of the missionaries in foreign lands, and the needs of the destitute fields, the Spirit of God came in, and liberal contributions were made. We trust that the good work begun will continue, and that there will be brighter days for the cause of God in this place. A. J. BREED.