A New Believer’s Desire for Truth
By P. H. Cady
Bro. Smith: In the month of June last, I had the privilege of hearing on the subject of the Third Angel's Message, in connection with the Sabbath, at the tent-meeting held in Mackford, by Brn. Hart, Everts, and Loughborough. When the truth was first presented to my mind, I was enabled to see its force in a measure; but it was not until about three weeks after the meeting closed that the beauty of the present truth shone in upon my mind. I bless the Lord for his mercy in inclining my feet unto his testimonies. I can truly say, "The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple. The judgments of the Lord are true, and righteous altogether. Moreover by them is thy servant warned; and in keeping of them there is great reward." I feel like heeding the testimony of the faithful and true Witness, and opening my heart to the blessed Jesus. I want to be clothed with the righteousness of Christ that I may be prepared to enter the glorious kingdom which is soon to come. There are but three Sabbath-keepers in this place. We do not have any meetings at present, but hope for better times to come. We feel very anxious that some of the lecturing brethren may come to this place and hold meetings with us. There are some who seem to be interested in the truth. May the great Head of the church give us his Spirit to direct us all in the way of duty, and through grace enable us to overcome at last, is my fervent prayer. Poysippi, Wis., March 19th, 1858.