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Publishing Committee · Saratoga Springs, N. Y. · Jan 13, 1852

FromReview and Herald, Vol. 2, No. 10.

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Bro. H. Bingham writes from Morristown, (Vt.), Dec. 21st, 1851: "Through the mercy of God I enjoy a good hope, that through the offering of our blessed Saviour, I shall be permitted to receive life eternal in the restored kingdom.
"I believe the little band in this place have a good share of the spirit of sacrifice, and are steadfast in their purpose to honor God's Royal Law, by observing its just and rightful claims, and try to exercise living active faith in a coming Saviour.
"Here and there is found one with an enquiring mind for truth; but the multitude entirely reject the present truth, and choose some favorite fable to follow.
"May the Lord save all the honest ones from destruction, is the prayer of your unworthy yet hoping brother."
Bro. J. Y. Wilcox writes from Cromwell, (Conn.), Dec. 23d, 1851: "I take the present opportunity to inform you that through the abundant goodness of God, I am trying to hold fast the truth.
"I can say as said Moses, that he chose rather to suffer affliction with the people of God . . . esteeming the reproach of Christ to be greater riches than the treasures of Egypt; for he had respect unto the recompense of the reward. Truly the feelings of my heart are expressed in these few lines."
Sister L. B. Kendall writes from Granville, (Vt.), Dec. 1851: "I feel lonely in this dark world, and long for a brighter and better land, where the curse is forever removed. I long for the redemption of the purchased possession, where, with all the little flock, who have been willing to suffer for the sake of Jesus, I may be gathered to sing the song of Moses and the Lamb.
"My heart is with the humble few, who are striving to keep the commandments of God, and my desire is to share in their joys and sorrows, their trials and sufferings, and at last share in their certain victory.
"I feel thankful that I have ever heard the present truth, and O, that it may have its sanctifying effect on my heart, to fit me to stand in the day of battle.
"We need to be very humble in view of the mercy of God toward us. O, that the work of the Lord may go on, till all the precious jewels are sought out and fitted for the "second casket." My heart truly feels for those that have been scattered in the "dark and cloudy day." While there has been so much to distract and divide I wonder not that many have been covered under the rubbish of the world; but the Lord knows every honest soul, and he will seek them out."
Bro. H. P. Wakefield writes from Newport, (N. H.), Dec. 30th, 1851: "We cannot do without your paper. We believe the subject matter directly adapted to the wants of the household! In these days of degeneracy, we certainly need something to cheer us on our lone pilgrimage to the Holy City. The third angel's message was just what we needed to define our first position, and give us a bright and shining light to lead us onward to the kingdom of God. God's people are now being tried; but O, if they endure the trial, they will soon see Him who is invisible. Glory to his holy name.
"Brn. Baker and Hart were with us a short time since. We were glad to see them, but rejoiced still more to know they were walking in the truth. We praise God for union. If ever the servants of God should be united, it is in proclaiming these last glorious truths. Union is strength.
"Heaven is worth seeking, yea striving for. We are willing to bear the reproach, if we can share the reward with those that stand on Mount Zion with the Lamb. If we can but have the approving smiles of Jesus it is worth more than all the honors of the world. We had rather, by far, be a door keeper in the house of God, than dwell in the tents of wickedness. We want to keep all the commandments, that we may stand in the battle of the great day of God Almighty. May the Lord guide us in the truth, and we at last share in his kingdom."
Bro. S. W. Rhodes writes from Lawrence, (N. Y.), Dec. 28th, 1851: "I find a few who are waiting for redemption, and who know the joyful sound, and are willing to follow the Lamb whithersoever he goeth.
"Salvation is coming. O, how my soul is filled with joy while I write. I have by faith a faint glimpse of the power of the latter rain, which lights up the sacred spark of holy joy in my soul, and gives me a foretaste of that which I love most, salvation. "Salvation is for us, full and free, and we shall reap an abundant harvest if obedient to him who has called us to grace and glory. Be of good cheer, for Christ has overcome the world, and he will lead his army on to sure victory."