Drafted Brethren at Pilot Grove
By Samuel Tomlinson
DEAR BRETHREN AND SISTERS: Two of us at Pilot Grove, Iowa, have been drafted: Bro. Mathews and myself, both of us being poor in this world's goods, but rich in faith. Praise the Lord. It was quite a trial for us to think of leaving our companions and little children to go out and be exposed to the evils and corruptions we should evidently meet; but by the assistance of our good neighbors and dear brethren we have been able to borrow $300 each, until we can meet the demand. I realize to some extent that the perils of the last days are coming upon us, and how necessary it is that the Lord's children be united so that they can stand shoulder to shoulder and not murmur at any trial, but let us rather rejoice that our redemption draweth nigh; all trials will work together for good to them that love God. Will you remember your brethren in trial who are striving for the victory, and aiming to meet you in the glorified kingdom where the nations will learn war no more forever?
SAMUEL TOMLINSON.
Richmond, Iowa.