DIED, in East Cleveland, O., June 18, of cancerous affection of the stomach, my brother, Albert Bisbee, aged 50 years.
Though not a believer of present truth, yet he died with a firm hope of immortality.
ALMON BISBEE.
DIED, of consumption, at Holly, Mich., sister Annetta Conklin, aged 23 years. She had kept the Sabbath about twelve years.
FELL asleep at Gaines, Mich., after great sufferings from a cancer, sister Rachael Curtis, aged 38 years, leaving husband and children in mourning. She had observed the Sabbath several years, and endured her sufferings with Christian fortitude.
DIED, very suddenly, at Holly, Mich., of supposed heart disease, William, son of sister Malinda Slayton, aged about 20 years. He had been very kind to his widowed mother, and for a short time, had manifested some interest in present truth.
On each of these occasions the writer endeavored to comfort and instruct with appropriate words.
M. E. CORNELL.
SIGNING NOTES AND OBLIGATIONS.
By Dudley Marvin Canright
MEN ought to be very careful about this, as it often leads to very bad results. Many a man has lost his property and brought his family to want by becoming surety for his friend. God has given some very straight testimony on this point.
“My son, if thou be surety for thy friend, if thou hast stricken thy hand with a stranger, thou art snared with the words of thy mouth, thou art taken with the words of thy mouth.”
“He that is surety for a stranger shall smart for it; and he that hateth suretyship is sure.”
“A man void of understanding striketh hands, and becometh surety in the presence of his friend.”
There are circumstances when it is right to become surety for our friends in need, when it would be wrong not to do so; but this is not often the case. As a general rule, “he that hateth suretyship is sure.”
D. M. CANRIGHT.
NOTE FROM BRO. CORNELL.
By M. E. Cornell
Since our good Conference, I have been holding meetings at Holly, Tyrone, and Memphis, and enjoyed some freedom, and have rejoiced to see an increasing interest among the people to hear the truth. Last week I joined Bro. Lawrence in Saginaw Co., and we find the interest good as ever. They are going ahead fast as possible with their meeting houses; for they find it very uncomfortable for so many to be crowded into the school house this hot weather. All are holding on to the truth, and the Sabbath School and Bible Class are a success. We go to Midland City this week.
M. E. CORNELL.
Tittabawassee, June 23.
THE FOUNTAIN.
By JOHN MATTESON
A LARGE and beautiful river flows through the country. Many calculations and preparations are made to make it as useful as possible. Mills and factories and boats are built, and soon its waters become a source of blessing to thousands. Now it is true, that if the people did not make proper efforts and wise arrangements they would not obtain any of these blessings. But it is also true that the blessings are all dependent upon the constant supply of the fountain, and as soon as that dries up, all human efforts will be in vain.
So, likewise, the work of grace in our hearts, individually and collectively, is a river of salvation full and free. Each one who desires to be benefited by it must lay his plans, make wise arrangements, and put forth strong efforts to have these waters move upon and refresh all his undertakings. He has got many buildings to rear. He must abstain from sin, keep all the commandments of God, and imitate the example of the lovely Jesus. He must watch and pray and never get tired. But the love of God is the fountain, and everything is dependent upon a constant supply from this blessed fountain. This is the moving power in all true religion. “The love of God constraineth me.” Therefore, if we would carry on religious operations successfully, we must first of all see to it that we obtain a daily and rich supply of the love of God in our hearts. Then, and then only can we glorify God. May the Lord help us for Jesus’ sake, daily to obtain this greatest of all heavenly blessings upon earth—the love of God shed abroad in our hearts.
JOHN MATTESON.
"THERE SHALL BE NO MORE DEATH."
By N. Orcutt
We are daily admonished that we have here no abiding place; that life is uncertain; that we are in an enemy's land. The hand of disease hastens upon us, and we feel that the enemy is hurrying us to the tomb. We see the blooming cheek of our loved ones fade, the elastic step lose its vigor; in anguish we bend over their wasting forms and see them pass away. Experience only can teach us the depth of sorrow that fills the heart, as the parent, companion, brother, sister, or child, is laid away in the cold ground.
In the hour of affliction and sorrow, when friendship and human sympathy have done all that they are able to do, to lift the dark cloud which hangs over us, how cheering to the way-worn pilgrim, are the precious promises of the Word of God. Without the light of those promises, darkness envelops us, and "how great is that darkness." But amid the gloom of earth's darkest scenes, there appears a light, the light of divine truth, bidding us hope. It shines upon, and illuminates the page of the word, bringing to view its precious promises—promises thrice precious and comforting, when viewed in contrast with the scenes of the present.
Here, sickness prevails; in the “purchased possession” none will ever be sick. Here, we writhe in pain; there pain will be unknown. Here, falls the tear of sorrow; there the last tear will be wiped away. Here, death robs us of our loved ones, but, if “followers of God as dear children,” we “sorrow not even as others which have no hope.” “We believe that Jesus died and rose again,” and “them also which sleep in Jesus will God bring with him.” “Then shall be brought to pass the saying that is written, death is swallowed up in victory.” Then will be sung the song, “O death, where is thy sting? O grave, where is thy victory?” “Then there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain; for the former things are passed away.”
May the Lord help us to cherish and exemplify that hope in life, that we may have it to sustain us in the hour of trial and sorrow, to rob death of his terror, that we fear no evil; and that we may finally enjoy its full fruition in his everlasting kingdom.
N. ORCUTT.
Battle Creek, Mich., June 27, 1867.
Notice to S. B. Treasurers in Minn.
By H. F. Phelps
I would kindly suggest to the S. B. treasurers of the churches in Minnesota, to see to it that they make out their reports promptly so that at the close of the year all things may be found in order. And further, please forward to my address the reports of the last quarter of this Conference year, as they have not yet been sent in. H. F. PHELPS, Secretary.
Pine Island, Minn.
Appointments.
By Henry Nicola; Joseph Bates; N. Peterson
And as ye go, preach, saying, The kingdom of Heaven is at hand.
THERE will be a Monthly Meeting for the Pilot Grove and Washington churches at J. L. Killgore's, Washington, Iowa, Sabbath, July 13, 1867. Meeting to commence at half past ten, A. M.
HENRY NICOLA.
PROVIDENCE permitting, I will meet with the churches in the Eastern District of Michigan as follows:
Millford, July 9, 10,
Tuscola Village, “ 13, 14,
Vassar, “ 20, 21,
Centerville, “ 23, 24,
Watrousville, “ 27, 28,
St. Charles, August 3, 4,
Chesaning, “ 6, 7,
Owasso, “ 10, 11,
Woodhull, “ 13,
Locke, “ 17, 18,
South Genoa, “ 24, 25,
Bunkerhill, “ 31, Sep. 1.
JOSEPH BATES.
Lapeer, June 28, 1867.
PROVIDENCE permitting, the next Quarterly Meeting of the church at Poysippi, Wis., will be held at Poysippi, July 13 and 14. Will Bro. Matteson attend these meetings?
N. PETERSON.
JANE MULLEN: You will find the price of Spiritual Gifts in our publication column.
F. FREEMAN: We are not acquainted in the locality you name, and are not prepared to advise in the matter.
G. W. PERRY: Where did J. S. Mills last receive his Review?
C. R. AUSTIN: We have no extra papers of No. 9, Vol. xxix.
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A Day of Fasting and Prayer
By Editor
In sympathy with our dear brethren in Minnesota, who have set apart the ensuing fourth of July, as a day of fasting and prayer, the church in Battle Creek have unanimously voted to spend the day in the same manner. We feel that when one member suffers, all suffer with it; and we shall, on that day esteem it a privilege, not only to remember the brethren in Minnesota, in their affliction, but the cause in other parts of the field which is all one, and where there is special need of the help of the Lord. We behold the fields all white for the harvest; the truth is shining clear and glorious; and God has blessed his people with means to send forth and sustain a competent corps of laborers; but where are the men? God can work for us only when we become sufficiently consecrated to him. Then let us arise, and in fresh and living characters, inscribe anew, “Holiness to the Lord” on all our banners. Many of our readers will receive this paper before the fourth. We therefore mention this matter, as they may also esteem it a privilege to spend the day in a similar observance.
Thoughts on Revelation
By J. M. A.
Everybody ought to have a copy of “Thoughts on Revelation.” We certainly hope all of our brethren will make haste to supply themselves with this truly valuable work. No Adventist’s library is complete without it. Bro. Smith has bestowed much labor and thought on this work; and this fact alone, is a sufficient recommend for the book to all who are conversant with his writings. It is a complete commentary on the book of Revelation,—the most sublime and interesting portion of the whole Bible; and no Bible student should fail to obtain it. Price $1.00. Postage 12 cts.
J. M. A.
Correction of a Byline Error
The article in Review Vol. xxix, No. 25, “One Thing Lackest thou Yet,” was signed, through a mistake of the types, H. F. Farnum instead of H. I. Farnum. If sister F. will again favor us with the productions of her pen, the types shall do better.
Death of Dr. L. D. Fleming
We learn from the Voice of the West, of June 25, that Dr. L. D. Fleming, of Rochester, N. Y., died of apoplexy, in that city, June 16, 1867. This name will be familiar to those acquainted with the great Advent movement of 1843, in which he acted a prominent part as an able writer and efficient laborer. He has not of late years been particularly connected with any branch of the Advent people.
Bro. Waggoner
By Editor
BRO. WAGGONER this week speaks upon an important subject. We should be happy to hear from others in the ministry on the same theme.
Evidence on the 1260 Years Deferred
We have not room to conclude the evidence on the ending of the 1260 years, as we intended last week, and so are obliged to defer a portion till next week.