The Prospect by R. F. C.

Publishing Committee · Battle Creek, Mich. · Feb 11, 1858

The Prospect.

By R. F. C.

THE way seems opening for the last message of mercy to go forth with a loud voice. From different quarters the news comes, that men are opening their ears to hear. In the small circle of my labors the present winter, there is an increasing interest to listen to the truths of the Word.

I have been preaching in Bennington, Wyoming Co., N. Y., a number of days during a few weeks past, and the truth has been listened to by attentive hearers, some of whom manifest a deep interest. They are brought to a deciding point which is to tell upon their eternal destiny. May God help them to make the right decision! I think I may reasonably hope that Sr. Rice will soon have some united with her in the truth. She has stood alone there in the truth for three years, though trembling, yet steadfast, and I trust she will see the fruit of her perseverance, in the kingdom of God.

O for a preparation for the great work before us. I want to be willing to suffer with Jesus that I may reign with him. The saints will be "tried" before they are delivered. O Lord, prepare thy people for the trial, is my prayer. Here is the patience of the saints. Be patient therefore, brethren, to the coming of the Lord. R. F. C.