Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 20 (1905)

Lt 167, 1905

Radley, Sister

San Jose, California

June 29, 1905

This letter is published in entirety in 2SM 264-265.

My dear afflicted Sister Radley,—

I am afflicted with you in your affliction. Although I did not expect to meet your husband again in this life, yet I have been made sad to hear of his death and of the heavy responsibilities that this has left to rest upon you in the care of the family. We sympathize with you and will pray often for you and your children. Your husband sleeps in Jesus. “Write, Blessed are the dead that die in the Lord: Yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labors, and their works do follow them.” [Revelation 14:13.] 20LtMs, Lt 167, 1905, par. 1

The Father loves all who are believers in deed and truth, as members of that body of which Christ is the head. You must now sit down under Christ’s shadow, and you will realize his peace. Think of Christ. Look to Him in faith, believing His promises. Keep your mind trustful. He will be your stay. Lean on Him, depend on Him. Do not be sorrowful above measure, but bear up; for a heavy burden rests upon you. Put your trust in One whose arm will never fail you. 20LtMs, Lt 167, 1905, par. 2

I have lost my husband, and I know by experience what your sorrow is. But looking to Jesus you will find encouragement. May you have the blessing of the Lord every day. My dear sister, may the Lord bless and sustain you. 20LtMs, Lt 167, 1905, par. 3

It is too dark to see now, so I will say good night. Be as cheerful as you can for the sake of your children. 20LtMs, Lt 167, 1905, par. 4