The Church at Hamilton
By J. Hamilton
DEAR BRO. WHITE:—A sense of duty prompts me at this time to write a few lines to my dear brethren and sisters. I thank God for the soul-stirring epistles that come to us through the Review, and that we have such a medium of communication, and such means of instruction; for by it we are both edified and strengthened, while the glorious news comes to us by this messenger, that has made angels in heaven rejoice that one after another has repented of the sin of breaking God's holy law, and are resolved, by his assisting grace, to keep all his commandments. And they now give good evidence that the law is written in their hearts, and are rejoicing that they are permitted to bear some humble part in proclaiming the last notes of warning to a doomed world. O, may we all feel the responsibility that rests upon each one of us, and that without holiness no man shall see the Lord. I trust we shall all realize how strait and narrow is the path that leadeth unto life, and how few there be that find it. And as the Review is to come to us weekly, let each strive to contribute something to make it interesting. The little church in this place are united and happy in striving to keep all the commandments of God. Bro. Joseph Bates was with us Sabbath and First-day, July 23d, 24th, and fed the flock with meat in due season. His labors were blest among us. One more was brought to see the truth on the Sabbath, and third angel's message, and yesterday followed the Lord by baptism. May the Lord keep us through the patient-waiting time, unspotted from the world, ready for the coming and kingdom of Christ, is the prayer of your unworthy brother.
J. HAMILTON.
Fredonia, N. Y., July 31st, 1853.