J. D. HOUGH by J. D. Hough

Publishing Committee · Battle Creek, Mich. · Dec 9, 1858

J. D. HOUGH

By J. D. Hough

From Bro. Hough.

Bro. Smith : It is with great gratitude to my heavenly Father that I communicate a few lines to the remnant. The dedication and conference at Lapeer was one of the most refreshing seasons that I have ever enjoyed. Truly the Spirit of the Lord was there. He has greatly blessed the labors of Brn. Cornell and Lawrence in this part of the State. My heart has been made to rejoice when I look over the field and see what has been done.

Brethren and sisters, let us praise his holy name for all his benefits. Let us cut loose from the world. We must have pure hearts if we stand in the great day sheltered from the seven last plagues. We may have some trials here, but let us consider that the

gold cannot be purified without fire, neither we be fitted for the kingdom of God without trials and suffering. We must be a tried people. I still crave the prayers of all God's people, that I may be faithful and not fall out by the way.

J. D. HOUGH

Rochester, Mich., Nov. 23d, 1858.