Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 25 (1910 - 1915)

Lt 84, 1911

White, J. E.; White, Emma

St. Helena, California

October 6, 1911

Previously unpublished. +^Note

Elder J. E. White
Marshall, Michigan

My dear Children Edson and Emma:

I have a great desire to see and talk with you. 25LtMs, Lt 84, 1911, par. 1

I do some writing every day. Some days I am deeply wrought upon as I write on subjects that are of great importance to our people. 25LtMs, Lt 84, 1911, par. 2

The last public talk I gave was at Long Beach. It was near the close of the camp-meeting, when our people were preparing to leave, and I thought the congregation would be small. But I found the large tent literally packed, while a number of people were standing around on the outside. As I saw the large company before me, I felt the need of special help, and I sent up an earnest prayer to God. And I was wonderfully sustained. I felt that the everlasting arms were underneath me. 25LtMs, Lt 84, 1911, par. 3

At the close of the meeting some told me that my voice was clear and my words could be distinctly heard. I was very thankful for this last opportunity to speak to the people at Long Beach. 25LtMs, Lt 84, 1911, par. 4

I bore to the people a solemn message, presenting the duty of parents to their children, and pointing out that these responsibilities are not being realized as they should be. Many parents among our people are not bringing up their children in the nurture and admonition of the Lord. I pointed out the evils of scolding and fretting, of hasty and passionate speech, showing that these accomplish no good, and only serve to injure the influence of parents with their children. This evil, which prevails in many professedly Christian homes, is one which parents will have to meet again in the judgment day. 25LtMs, Lt 84, 1911, par. 5

The Lord gave His Spirit to make the impression upon the minds of the people. I will send you a copy of this talk. 25LtMs, Lt 84, 1911, par. 6

I have a deep interest in you, my children. I greatly desire that you shall make your calling and election sure. Determine to be on the Lord’s side. Walk in the straight way, the way of holiness. If you will place your dependence upon Him, the Lord will strengthen you to be an overcomer. 25LtMs, Lt 84, 1911, par. 7