MARIE E. LOCKWOOD by Marie E. Lockwood

Publishing Committee · Battle Creek, Mich. · Sep 1, 1859

MARIE E. LOCKWOOD

By Marie E. Lockwood

From Sister Lockwood.

DEAR BRETHREN AND SISTERS: I can truly say that I have not grown weary of this way. No, I love the precious truths contained in the third angel's message, and feel to praise God for the light that now shines on my path. O how glorious do the promises appear! When I contemplate the beauty and glory of the new earth, the grandeur of the city of God, the crowns and harps of gold, the eternal life to be enjoyed in the presence of God and Jesus Christ his Son, the company of angels and saints, in a land that is free from sickness, pain and death, where there is no Devil to tempt, no enemies to persecute because we love God and keep his commandments, all earthly pleasures fade and die. This world looks dreary, and as the poet says, seems "all a wilderness." Thank God, 'tis not my home. No, dear brethren and sisters, I am traveling with you to that golden city, whose beauties even now by faith I can dimly see. Though the way seems hard, and beset with all the difficulties and temptations that the evil one can place therein, we know it is peaceable. Our leader has gone before, and if we search closely we can see his foot prints, and he has promised the Holy Spirit to direct us. O let us not look back,

nor contemplate the trouble that may await us, for if we do we lose sight of Jesus, and the Devil will magnify little trials and make them appear like mountains. I know it is so by experience, and I hope God will assist me ever after this to look on the bright side. Time is very short, and we have not a moment to lose. Then let us strive with renewed diligence to rise with the message. I am determined to go through. The thought of being shaken out and left behind, I cannot bear. O for meekness and humility, for a living faith in the promises of God.

MARIE E. LOCKWOOD

Hartland, Mich.