New York Harbor by J. L. Johnson

Review and Herald Publishing Association · Takoma Park Station, Washington, D. C. · Apr 2, 1914

New York Harbor

By J. L. Johnson

WHILE visiting the ships and steamers in New York harbor in my rounds a short time ago, I boarded a Queenstown steamer. After calling on the sailors, I paid a visit to the officers' quarters, but received a cool reception from most of them. However, the chief engineer informed me that the captain and his wife were very religious, and it might be profitable to visit them.

Having met the captain and his wife before, it was not my intention to pass them by, as I had sold them a copy of "Daniel and the Revelation" the last time the steamer was in port. I received a warm welcome from them, but the captain's wife raised some objection about the book they had purchased, saying that it condemned Sunday as the Sabbath. Many other things she thought were far-fetched. I had some talk with her on the Sabbath question. I visited them again before they left, and sold them a copy of "Great Controversy." On both visits I had a very enjoyable time with them.

We are glad that the third angel's message will soon accomplish the work it is sent forth to do, and the earth will be lightened with the glory of God. Num. 14:21. This is what all the prophets looked forward to. We are to see the finishing of the gospel in our day, and truly our hearts begin to cry out, "Come, Lord Jesus."

J. L. JOHNSON, Captain Mission boat "Liberty."