BREAD CAST UPON THE WATERS.
By E. M. Saddler
The following is an extract from a letter which I received a short time ago, from a Christian friend:— “I was upon the water, enjoying the pleasures afforded by the hook and line, when suddenly a dark cloud arose over the western horizon. As the storm approached, I retired to a sheltered spot, where I could fasten my boat, and be protected from the storm. While sitting there in the solitude, I glanced at some rubbish which had been washed upon the bank during high water, and noticed a pamphlet entitled, Our Faith and Hope. It came at just the right time. My soul was hungering for spiritual food. I eagerly read and digested its valuable contents. “I there felt for the first time that I could kneel down in perfect confidence and pray to my Heavenly Father. Oh! what a sweet communion it was with him who heareth in secret and rewardeth openly. Since that time, I have been trying to serve my Master with all my powers. “In looking over the lists of publications, I saw many titles which suited my fancy, and I immediately sent for the works. I think I am in full harmony in regard to religious belief with all S. D. Adventists; and though I know of none within many miles of me, I feel that God meets with me just the same. My hours of prayer are the sweetest of my life. Oh! that more bread might be cast upon the waters. “I think this would be a good place for a minister to labor in the cause of God. I have been trying to present the truths of the third angel’s message before my neighbors and friends. They seem very much interested. G. R. GILMAN. Where did that tract come from? Was not a Divine Providence directing it? Who can doubt it? Oh, may some one go to aid him in this blessed cause? E. M. SADDLER.