H. W. LAWRENCE by H. W. Lawrence

Publishing Committee · Battle Creek, Mich. · Feb 24, 1859

H. W. LAWRENCE

By H. W. Lawrence

From Bro. Lawrence.

BRO. SMITH: I have been making some efforts to spread the truth of late, and my convictions are fully confirmed that it is the only way my soul can be free. I think my mind is made up to suffer with Christ, and keep the word of his patience, that I may be kept from the hour of temptation which shall come upon all the world, &c.

Some in new places still open their doors for us to present the last testing message of gospel truth to the church and world. I am sure many of the friends of present truth in Northern N. Y., can do and endure more for Christ's sake than ever before. Things that once would develop a spirit of rebellion, now only convict brethren of the necessity of more diligence in the things of Jesus Christ, that the honor which comes from above may be obtained. Yet it is to be feared some will fail to be whole hearted, and thus "quench the Spirit" and be spued out of the Lord's mouth. I desire a preparation of heart to do the will of my Father in heaven, believing this kind of obedience only will be acceptable, and enable me to share with the overcomers. My confidence in the truth and in those who obey it, is unshaken. I can now realize a little, how God and the faithful ones have borne with me while gaining an experience.

H. W. LAWRENCE

Edwards, N. Y., Feb., 1859.