The Cause in Rochester

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Publishing Committee · Rochester, N. Y. · Feb 3, 1853

FromReview and Herald, Vol. 3, No. 19.

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The Cause in Rochester.

Since we came to this city, which was last March, the cause has been gradually rising. We did not come here expecting to enjoy the society of many brethren, or to be free from those who oppose the truth; for there were then but very few observers of the fourth commandment in the city, and we well knew that this was the seat of the no-Sabbath heresy. But, thank Heaven, our number has increased, the Lord has wrought for us by his Holy Spirit, and there is quite a room full of Sabbath-keepers who meet to worship God on his Holy Day. Our meetings are generally of deep interest.
There is great prejudice against us here, in the minds of some of our Advent brethren. This is created by their leaders. It is thought to be very dangerous to attend our meetings.—This is not to be wondered at, as those who do, and candidly hear for themselves, generally become convinced that we have the truth, and that the Spirit of truth is with us. But we are greatly encouraged as we see the good effects that the truth has on those who have the moral courage to come out and hear for themselves. This prejudice will ere long break away, and the scattered flock, even in this city, will yet hear the Shepherd’s voice in the present truth.
Our Meeting, the last Sabbath and First-day, was one of interest. It has been a very profitable meeting to the church, as it has led to searching of heart, and humiliation before the Lord. It was a season of special freedom in the afternoon of First-day, also, in the evening. One dear brother, who has recently been somewhat ensnared in his former spiritualizing views, is now free from this snare of Satan. The good cause with us is moving steadily onward, and if we keep humble, and have the ark of God with us, we are sure of the victory.