MAHALA J. JUNE by Mahala J. June

Publishing Committee · Battle Creek, Mich. · Jul 29, 1858

MAHALA J. JUNE

By Mahala J. June

From Sister June.

BRO. SMITH: I have long felt a desire to address the brethren and sisters through the Review. I love to read the cheering communications from the dear saints scattered abroad. It encourages me to press on toward Mt. Zion.

Many years ago I felt a pardon of all my sins, and joined the United Brethren church. We had good meetings, and I believe the Lord was with us; but we did not realize our selfishness. I see it now. Then I used to go to meeting and carry my pipe. I thought I could not do without it. But by the assisting grace of God I have been enabled to overcome this, for which I praise his name. Under the preaching of Brn. Waggoner and Bates I became convinced of many truths which I believe will stand amidst the wreck of nature. It was there that I was taught the lesson of self-denial. I feel determined now to go on. I do not wish to go back. I want to go home. I want a part in the “better inheritance.” I want to rest with Jesus in his blessed kingdom.

Dear brethren and sisters, be faithful ; let us try to meet on Mt. Zion.

Your sister striving for eternal life.

MAHALA J. JUNE

Burlington, Mich., July 6th, 1858.