A Young Woman Finds the Saviour
By Mary E. Lawton
DEAR BRN. AND SISTERS: Fifteen months have passed by since I sought, and found my Saviour; since I bade adieu to the world and its pleasures; preferring the society of the good and faithful. Nor was this step taken without deep consideration. It had long been the subject of my thoughts, but I remained undecided until Nov. 1863. Bro. and sister White were to hold meetings with this church at Brookfield, N. Y., when the kind and earnest invitation from a mother to attend, I could not refuse. I went; and after listening to some very interesting, and instructive remarks given by Bro. White to the youth, my heart was touched. I could no longer suppress my feelings. I was aroused from the delusive sleep of sin, and expressed a determination (in connection with other young friends present) to take up the cross and follow Jesus. I felt a willingness to give up all, that I might be saved. It was indeed a precious season. Could I regret the step I had taken? Oh no! It was the happiest hour of my life; when I felt a desire to humble myself before the throne of God, and with childlike confidence confess my wrongs, and have the assurance that I was forgiven. One week from that time, I was buried by baptism; and as I arose from the water to walk anew in life, it seemed as though a change had taken place on all things. The things which a little time before were so fascinating, and seemed so essential to my enjoyment, now had a very small appearance, and I could willingly cast them aside, remembering that our choicest treasure was above; and there should our hearts be. Since that time I fear I have not been as diligent in the cause of truth as I ought. My life has not been as exemplary to those around me as it should. May the Lord forgive me wherein I have erred; and may my light shine more brightly in the future. There have been times when I have been blessed by God's divine presence. At such times I have renewed energy to press forward with God's people, that with them I may inherit the kingdom. I ask an interest in your prayers that I may ever be found walking in the narrow way. In hope of life eternal. MARY E. LAWTON.
W. Winfield, N. Y.