Advancing to Higher Ground
By John Martin
Bro. Smith: I think the brethren and sisters here are trying to arise and get out of their lukewarm state; and we think if what we have been doing has not brought us out, we have got to do a greater work. When we have attained a victory, and pitched our tents on higher ground, we have another battle to fight, for the enemy will try every inch of the ground, and get us to settle back if possible; but we must begin to make preparations for further advancement. If we do not, there will be a plot devised that will surely overthrow us. The reason why Bonaparte gained so many battles, was, when he had gained one he never waited for the enemy to organize and prepare to attack him, but he was on the march, and was almost sure to attack them before they were ready. Brethren and sisters, I want to go through to the kingdom, and have right to the tree of life. I expect to overcome by the blood of the Lamb and the word of my testimony. I am glad to hear such cheering news from the West, and of so much harmony at the Conference. I would like to participate in such a meeting, but we cannot always enjoy all the privileges we would like to in this world, but we shall, if we once get through into God's blessed kingdom. Praise the Lord forever.