The Review as a Comforter
By J. H. Curtis
Bro. Smith: I return heart-felt thanks to the brethren for the Review which has come each week as a comforter to me in my pilgrimage journey to a better country. To me it is next to the Bible, for it seems filled with light from the word of God that I can find in no other paper. I read them over and over again, feeling impatient for the next number; and when I hear of the union and love of commandment-keepers, although many miles apart, it fills my heart with joy and gladness. As for myself, I stand alone here in this place, yet I am striving to do my duty before the world. I feel to praise the Lord for his kindness to me. Although afflicted and unfortunate, yet his grace is sufficient for me, and I am encouraged to go on in the good way. Ours is a glorious hope. Soon the conflict will be over, and immortality and eternal life be gained. The prize is in view; the time is near when he that shall come will come and take to glory all who are prepared. O let us be firm, unshaken, have the faith of Jesus, and we shall receive a crown.