Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 16 (1901)

Lt 211, 1901

White, J. E.

1901 [circa]

Previously unpublished.

Dear Edson,—

Edson, I was intending to write two or three pages and not to have the matter copied, supposing I must get it in the mail at noon; but Maggie gave me till evening, so I wrote as fast as my hand could go over the paper, and she could not copy all on typewriter. I have to continue the subject. Maggie means it shall go in Review. I have now several pages but had to break off without completing the matter. On the morrow, if my head will serve me as well as it has today, I can complete the subject. I can send such articles to you now and then. 16LtMs, Lt 211, 1901, par. 1

What is the matter with the church is that they open the door to Satan and welcome his presence and act as he prompts them to. He will keep up this work if we encourage him by doing and speaking his words. Now it is time to put off the works of darkness and put on the robe of Christ’s righteousness. Then we will not allow the words to come from our lips that would not be spoken if Christ were present. This is the light given me. When anyone spoke discouragingly or improperly to stir up strife, Christ always sang a psalm right to the point to help them to a better spirit. They would begin to sing. Now some methods must be used to stop sinful, vain, wicked talk. If no other way can be thought of, open not your mouth, but turn and leave their presence. In this way you may provoke to love and good works. 16LtMs, Lt 211, 1901, par. 2

May the Lord strengthen you and keep you in all your happy associations as a family or church in your home. 16LtMs, Lt 211, 1901, par. 3

In much love. 16LtMs, Lt 211, 1901, par. 4