7. EVANESCENCE OR HUMILITY. That is to say, man must become evanescent in
God. Must forget his own selfish conditions that he may thus arise to the
station of sacrifice. It should be to such a degree that if he sleep, it
should not be for pleasure, but to rest the body in order to do better, to
speak better, to explain more beautifully, to serve the servants of God
and to prove the truths. When he remains awake, he should seek to be
attentive, serve the Cause of God and sacrifice his own stations for those
of God. When he attains to this station, the confirmations of the Holy
Spirit will surely reach him, and man with this power can withstand all
who inhabit the earth.
In regard to children, thou hast written that it is decided to train them
in the teachings of God from childhood. This thought is very acceptable.
Give greeting and praise to all of the friends of God and to His
maid-servants.
“O thou who art firm in the Covenant!...”
O thou who art firm in the Covenant!
Thy letter, sent through the maid-servant, ........, hath been received.
Thou hast written concerning the changing of names. A name hath no
importance, for a name must needs have a bearer (i.e., deserving a high
name). That is to say, consider (people’s) morals and character, then
consider the person himself and be attentive (to detect) one’s manners and
conduct and consider his faith and assurance. If a person is illumined
with the light of the love of God, he is (like unto) the morning star,
even though his name be dark; and if he is a captive in the darkness of
error, he is gloomy even though his name be that of a shining star.
Consequently, be thou intent that thou makest thy face illumined with the
light of the love of God, through the divine assistance and favor. This
attribute will make thee independent of every name!
Convey my loving greetings to all of the friends of God.
“O thou seeker of the Kingdom!...”
O thou seeker of the Kingdom!
Thy letter***was received. Its contents became evident. Thou hast written
concerning Baltimore—this caused me great joy.
The revered maid-servant of God, Miss ........, hath undergone great
roubles. Praise be to God! that she hath arisen (and is confirmed) to
serve (the Kingdom of God).
I hope that Mr. and Mrs. ........ will become the cause of spreading (the
teachings) and organizing gathering-places.
The news of Camp Mineola brought me utmost joy and fragrance. I pray to
God that the power of the Word of God may become more evident and manifest
day by day in those regions.
Convey my respectful greeting to the maid-servant of God, Mrs. ........,
and say: “Thy service is to the everlasting Kingdom of Glory and is
conducive to eternal life.”
Convey also my greeting to the maid-servant of God, Mrs. ........,
likewise to Miss ......... I supplicate in their behalf that God may
bestow upon them heavenly illumination.
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