WM. S. INGRAHAM by William S. Ingraham

Publishing Committee · Battle Creek, Mich. · Oct 27, 1859

WM. S. INGRAHAM

By William S. Ingraham

From Bro. Ingraham.

DEAR BRO. SMITH: I have just arrived at Bro. Moses W. Porter's, Minnesota, in time for our conference, which commenced the 14th. Before leaving Monroe we had one of the most interesting meetings we ever had in that place. Seven put on Christ by baptism, after which things that were wanting were set in order. The church made a selection of two to fill the office of deacon, and Bro. Lindsey for an elder. These were ordained by the laying on of hands. The Lord is still prospering us in Monroe and vicinity. Only one year and a half since, we numbered only five within twenty-five miles of Monroe; now we number about seventy-five within about fifteen miles. Our numbers are increasing, and is it not important for us to inquire, Are our graces increasing? I am satisfied we need more of the Holy Spirit than we are in possession of. Brethren, let us remember that heaven is a holy place, and none but holy ones can enter through the pure celestial gates. The righteous nation that keep the truth will find a home there. Can we say as David did, My soul pants for the living God? Let us not sleep as do others, but stand in our watch-tower for the trying time is coming.