Laboring for the Remnant in Michigan
By Hiram S. Case
DEAR BRO. WHITE:—I write a few lines to you, although tired and worn down by constant labor and hard journeyings. I left Grand Rapids this morning with Bro. M. G. Kellogg for Bedford. The Lord has, we trust, some jewels in Grand Rapids. I tarried with them over one week, and gave them ten lectures. The first that was ever given in that city. The interest increased all the time; but we could not stay any longer, as my appointment called me to Bedford.—Much labor is wanted here at this time, by those who are experienced. I have more calls than I can possibly attend, yet by the help of the Lord I will gird myself anew to the glorious work, as long as life and strength is granted me. I see the truth is taking hold of the people, and there is an increase of interest to hear among many that belong to the nominal churches. They appear to have been fairly starved out for spiritual food. How cruel are those shepherds that have fed themselves, and not the flock. I feel to praise the Lord that he is at work for the remnant, and the honest ones are beginning to see. My heart is cheered to hear from the brethren through the Review. May the Lord bless them in their arduous labors. But do not forget the West. We do want help, but the will of God be done. Yours in love, H. S. CASE. Hastings, Mich., Jan. 18th, 1853.