p. 70 | Alone in the Faith by C. Boomhour

Publishing Committee · Battle Creek, Mich. · Jan 1, 1857

Alone in the Faith

By C. Boomhour

From C. Boomhour.

Bro. Smith: I am often cheered with the communications from the brethren and sisters. It is almost three years since I heard those truths which the Review advocates. Then Bro. Cornell came here and presented them under the sound of the Third Angel's Message. I received it gladly.

I have kept the Sabbath for twelve years. I had felt for a long time as though I must leave the church. I acted accordingly, so I am alone, having no one of like precious faith to associate with.

Bro. C. told us something about the little book's being eaten in 1844; but I thought it was not all eaten; for I think that I have had a taste of it. I am willing to take the bitter with the sweet.

I have had many trials, perplexities and temptations, but my prayer is, Lord, what wilt thou have me to do? O for that wisdom that comes from above! O that the Lord would give me his Holy Spirit to guide me into all truth! I want that meek and quiet spirit which Peter said was in the sight of God of great price.

There is one thing that I do covet, which is that kind of riches that James speaks of, Rich in faith, heirs of the kingdom, which God has promised to those who love him.

I am one of those who are looking for the blessed hope, the glorious appearing of the great God and Jesus Christ who has given himself for us that he might present unto himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works.

C. Boomhour.

Milton, Rock Co., Wis.