Meetings in Ohio by M. E. Cornell

Publishing Committee · Battle Creek, Mich. · Feb 12, 1857

Meetings in Ohio.

By M. E. Cornell

BRO. SMITH: The work is still moving on here in Ohio. Last Sabbath and First-day we held meetings in the town of Jackson, Sandusky Co., where several had commenced keeping the Sabbath. Our meetings were in the Baptist meeting-house. Some of their members seemed deeply interested, and have commenced an investigation of the Sabbath question. Solemn conviction rested upon several, as was indicated by the falling tear. Several good testimonies were given; two of them were public resolutions henceforth to keep the commandments.

While on our way to the meeting-house on First-day, a little boy came running out to the road with the cry, "Mother don't want you to start the meeting till she comes; for she wants to hear every word." Several there manifested an interest in the Bible for the first time. Our interview with Bro. Hodgson's family was truly pleasant. We shall long remember the melting season we had the morning of our departure. May the Lord direct those dear parents, especially in their duty to their children, that they may all be saved at last.

Most of the time I have spent in company with Bro. Holt. He feels much encouraged. By the blessing of God, which comes alone through the prayer of faith, his health is fast improving, and he is being led out somewhat by the Spirit of the Lord. Our union thus far has been sweet, and we can truly say, The Lord has been with us, for which we give him glory.

That the Lord may be with us as we go through the churches in Mich. to comfort, strengthen and build them up, is my fervent prayer.

M. E. CORNELL.

Milan, Ohio, Feb. 4th, 1857.