The Gathering Time and Gospel Order
By Editor
The brethren should remember that we are not in the scattering, but the gathering time. Spiritualism has done its work of death in scattering the flock, and it is almost impossible to establish gospel order among those who have, in time past, run into spiritualizing notions. Some such think they have a great amount of spiritual discernment, while in fact they are not at all capable of judging in spiritual matters. They, while thus deceived as to their true state, are in great danger of satan's deceptive power, while following their impressions. A self-righteous denunciatory spirit is generally seen in such cases, and the precious flock is often scattered in consequence. Some letters from the west, stating a decrease of numbers, have suggested these remarks. Brethren, “He that hath an ear to hear, let him hear.” “Now we exhort you, brethren, warn them that are unruly, comfort the FEEBLE MINDED, support the WEAK, BE PATIENT toward all men.” “Follow that which is good, both among YOURSELVES, and to ALL MEN.” See 1 Thess. v, 14, 15.