Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1826-04-22

are not to forget that much land yet remains to
be possessed. We cannot shut our eyes to the
necessities Of our fellow men, while, we know,
that ignorance, prejudice, unbelief and vice still
hold multitudes in bondage, the most cruel
and degrading If it were ever necessary to
come forth to tie help OF the Lord, against
the mighty, it is necessary at the present time
If we were everEnvited to become co-workers
with God in tie advancement OF his Sons
Kingdom; the imitation is still sounding in our
ears. The word of truth must be borne to E.
very land, befor. the empire OF darkness and
sin will be over.hrown, or the human family
emancipated from their thraldom. For how
can they believeon him, Of whom they have
not heardt
The object which we have in view is one of
the most noble and interesting character; one
which commend. itself to the best feelings Of e.
very benevolent and pious heart. 1t is 10 res
cue intelligent and immortal beings from the
guilt, the dominion, the consequences of sin,
to restore them 10 the favor Of God, and the
blessings of eternal life. In comparison with
this, we feel that the fading treasures of this
| world are but bauble. Let US then dissent
nate the truth of God far and wide, eonhding
in his promise, that His word shall not return
to him void, but shall accomplish that where
unto he has sent it.
Nor is the labor itself, undressing or un-
profitable. While there is sweet satisfaction
| in the conviction hat we are useful to others;
| (of itself an abundant recompence for all our
| TOLL; there is also an assurance of receiving
| rich reward. We know, who it is, that hath
| said, He that wa,hereth others, shall also HIM
self be watered. And is not he faithful that
has promised? Let us not then be weary in well
doing, for in due time, we shall reap, II we
| faint not.
In the noble and successful exer,ions OF other
| similar institutions, we have an animating and
encouraging example. The American Bible
Society, the glory Of our country, still pursues
its ma estic course with uninterrupted prosper
ity. Still it enjoys tokens, that he who, is in
the midst of the seven golden candlesticks, is
its protector and guide. With its numerous
train Of Auxiliaries, it goes forward conquer
ing and 10 conquer. The weapons of its war
fare are not carmel, but still are found mighty,
through God, to the pulling down Of strong
holds, casting down imaginations, and every
thing that exalteth itself and bringing into
captivity, every thought, to the obedience Of
Christ.
Similar success attends the British and Fo-
reign Bible Society, which is the mother Of us
all. While making the most astonishing exer-
tons, her strength is unimpaired. Surround
ed by host of subordinate institutions, she is
opening thousands Of streams, and employing
thousands Of hands, TO disperse the richest
blessings to men. Under her care, many a
moral desert has been made to bud and bios
som like the rose, and many land oversha-
dowed with the image Of moral death, has
been cleared with the brightness OF gospel
light.
In most Of the other countries where the BIZ
bic cause has been espoused, it is making stea-
DIV progress The means devoted to this OBJ
iect, and the number and zeal Of its advocates,
appear to be increasing. The great empire OF
Russia may, perhaps, form an exception. Re-
cent accounts, however, would seem to indicate
that the dark cloud which has rested for time
upon the Bible cause in that country, is begin
ming to disperse, and more favorable state Of
things to take place.
But in all circumstances, we may safely de-
rive encouragement from the assurance which
God has given, that his truth shall ultimately
prevail For we have 4 word Of prophecy,
with which we do we'll to take heed as to
light shining in dark place. Let US be en-
couraged by the belief, that the knowledge of
God is destlned to cover the whole earth, as
the waters cover the channels OF the great and
mighty deep.
By order Of the Society.
NJ FlTZ HUGH, Presid't.
JAMES ENTwIsLE, Rec'g. Sec'y.