THE SAN FRANCISCO HELPING HAND AND MEDICAL MISSION.
By B. F. DeBow
WE are pleased to furnish our friends with another report of our work through the columns of the SIGNS OF THE TIMES. We say, If any one has doubts in regard to the success of this work just come and see. Could the heartfelt expressions of gratitude, from beneficiaries of the mission be heard, it would indeed be considered a privilege to contribute to its success. We were visited a few days ago by a man who had been with us last fall. He was full of expressions of gratitude for the kindnesses shown, and the wonderful truths of God's Word he had learned while here. He gave us a dollar to be used in assisting some other poor man; and left word for Brethren Richards and Dexter that he was "living a Christian life," and that truths learned while here had made him "a new man." From another who called to-day we were told of the gratitude of one of our old acquaintances. He came here about a year ago, and we assisted him for a few days until he secured employment. He added force to the expressions of gratitude by leaving five dollars to help in the work. These are not exceptional cases, but are mere types, and many similar instances could be mentioned. However, "when the roll is called up yonder" we expect to see many familiar faces from this mission. While we do not see large numbers accepting Christ, and taking a bold stand for the truth, yet we know that we have the power of God mightily in our midst. Good seed is being sown that will yet bear a rich harvest. Men are learning the way to God. We thank God daily for the privilege we have of working among this class. We would also express our thanks to the Oakland and San Francisco friends who have been coming in to assist us in the conduct of the meetings. Let our church people lend assistance to this work by their presence—these poor people need assistance. Come, then, that by the united power of faith, and prayers of God's children, the powers of evil may be destroyed and many captives set at liberty. How good it is to know that when we give ourselves to Christ in whole-hearted devotion, angels rejoice that they may speak through our voices to reveal God's love!
B. F. DEBOW.