D. J. FRISBIE by D. J. Frisbie

Publishing Committee · Battle Creek, Mich. · Mar 18, 1858

D. J. FRISBIE

By D. J. Frisbie

From Sister Frisbie.

DEAR BRETHREN AND SISTERS : In view of the shortness of time, the narrowness of the way, and the many perils by which we are surrounded, it becomes us who profess to be looking for the near coming of the Saviour to adorn our profession by a well ordered life and a godly conversation, knowing that not every one that saith, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven, but he that doeth the will of our Father which is in heaven. It is no small thing to be a christian, to be a true follower of Jesus, who knew no sin, neither was guile found in his mouth. I oftentimes am led to fear while realizing that we must be without fault before the throne, be like our blessed Master who condescended to leave the glory of the Father, and come to this dark world to lead a life of sorrow and humiliation, all, all for poor fallen beings like us. He was bruised for our iniquities, the chastisement of our peace was upon him, and with his stripes we are healed. And even now in these last days, in pity and love to his people, he is warning them to be zealous and repent. He is knocking at the door for admission, not willing that any should perish, but rather that all would turn to him and live.

Let us, dear brethren and sisters give heed to the many admonitions already given, lest a worse thing come upon us; lest these solemn words be verified unto us: "I will spue thee out of my mouth."

Strait is the gate, narrow the way, That leadeth unto life; Yet all who wish to find it, may, If earnestly they strive.

The Lord will lead his people through, If they his guidance seek; There's naught to hard for him to do, None then need fall, though weak.

Then lift your heads, ye mourning ones, Press on in Jesus' name; He will give grace and glory soon, And all his people claim.