DEAR BRO. WHITE :—We rejoice that the Lord has moved your heart, to put forth an extra effort for the salvation of the lambs of the flock. Said Jesus, “Feed my lambs;” and we have felt deeply of late, that this injunction of our Divine Lord and Master, should be more strictly obeyed, by faithfulness in gathering them to the house of prayer, and devoting at least, a small portion of holy time, especially to their instruction and benefit. The paper you design sending out, particularly the questions and answers, will be a great help in this matter. And if the whole church heartily cooperate in this labor of love, there can be no doubt but that it will be a means owned and blessed of God, to the saving of our children from the perils of the way, and of rescuing them from the impending storm of God’s wrath, which will soon burst
upon a guilty world. I feel too, that our children who love the dear Saviour, and love to keep God’s commandments, should feel their own responsibility, and that they too, have a part to act in the great work of preparation; and by intreaties and persuasions, as well as by a good example at all times, should strive to bring others to submit their youthful hearts fully to the truth.
While speaking on this subject with one of the youth, the other day, I asked him what he would do if he saw certain ones running toward a fearful precipice, and knew their destruction was sure, unless their course should be changed. “Why” says he, “I would lay right hold of them, and would hold them fast. I would not let them go.” And should not this be our feelings, one and all, especially in much prayer to God in behalf of such as do not feel the power of these truths, which alone can shield and save them in the great day, which hasteth, and hasteth greatly.
You will be glad to hear that the children in this place are somewhat interested and some of them are much interested in the contemplated paper, and Sabbath lessons. Nine came together this forenoon for the purpose of reading, and instruction in God’s holy word. The melting Spirit of the Lord was felt and we hope it will not prove a lost opportunity.