J. L. LOCKE by J. L. Locke

Publishing Committee · Battle Creek, Mich. · Apr 14, 1859

J. L. LOCKE

By J. L. Locke

From Bro. Locke.

DEAR BRETHREN AND SISTERS: I am thankful that I ever heard the three angels' messages, and their connected truths. I do feel to praise the Lord for his goodness to the remnant. I am encouraged when I hear at different times of the manifestations of his Spirit in answer to the prayer of faith. We have great reason to be thankful for the Bible in these days of peril. I see much to convince me that Babylon is fallen, when we hear her professed teachers declaring that the religion of Jesus was always a popular religion, and that no one was ever persecuted for doing right. We are living in a solemn time. There is great need of watchfulness and prayer and self-examination.

We have been greatly strengthened and encouraged by a visit from Bro. Waggoner, and I see by his letter in the Review that he has requested Bro. Byington to visit the church in Salem. We hope to see him soon. I believe the brethren and sisters are striving to get the victory over every besetment that they may be prepared for the refreshing when it shall come from the presence of the Lord.

J. L. LOCKE

Salem, Ind., March 25th, 1859.