Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1830-1846, 1834-08-21

to acknowledge the loving kindness and
faiihlulncss OF the Lord, who, in his un-
failing mercy, hath again permitted us to
meet, and 10 proceed in our various de-
lberations in bro,herly kindness and
ing the time of our being together, fresh
proofs of his love and we desire rever-
emily to adopt the nguage-Blessed be
God, who hath not turned away our
prayers, nor his mercy from US.
Great indeed, is the love of God. How
wonderfully was il manifested both in
the creation OF man after his image, and
in giving his Son to redeem mankind
from the sad effect Of the fall. How has
he displayed his love in the providential
care of the workmanship of his hands
and in the many blessings conferred upon
the church of Christ! He has manifested
his goodness in numberless ways to the
inhabitants Of this empire. Peace has
for many years prevailed in this land.
and also in most Of the nations of Europe
Our feelings are not narrowed up, as in
the years past, with narratives Of the
horrors Of wars. in which this country
was involved; but let us not hence be
forgetlu of the calamities inseparable
from this dreadful scourge. We should
strive, in single dependence upon di-
vine protection, each to illustrate his
views of the reign of the Messiah by the
forgiveness Of injuries-by living in the
peaceablc spirit of the gospel, and by
t diflusing its benign influence, as far as
: we are enabled to do so, upon all around
US.
a. We are comforted in the belief, that
c our Christian principles as regards all
wars, are spreading in the world. May
we, as opportunities present themselves
d promote by every means in our power
l. the brotherhood of the nations of the
l. earth. Let us never forget that the
s, direct tendency of the law Of Christ, II
TO establish good will amongst men, ant
, to make way for the coming Of that day
j. when wars shall cease unto the end o
n the earth. And may we all so live as Il
J. be prepared, should the trial come upol
=; us, to support this Christian testimon,
s, in mcckness and iaithfulness.
t. In a former Epistle we adverted +
ID the pestilence which was spreading il
various parts of this nation, exciting ter
= ror and alarm among the people. An
now that it has almost disappeared, no,
is our anxiety allayed |! God has spare
n us-have those VOWS been performed
X. which were made in moments Of distres
and fear Has the soul been more de
s. voted, since those solemn seasons, toth
service of our gracious Benefactor? Ii
a. giveth US fruitful seasons, filling OF
Is; hearts with food and gladness. Dot
d. this lead us to consider the wants an
,m sufTerings of the poor? We again warn
ly recommend to Friends, as far as ma
"a be in their power, to increase the d.
ily mestic comfort of these, and 10 mai
ry themselves acquainted with the re
condition of such--in their respccti,
la neighborhoods. Let this be done with
fy, view also to improve their moral al
or religious character, and to provide f
the Christian education Of their childre
A review Of past and present merci
- ought to cause our hearts to overflow wi
gratitude and love. As the love Of G.
prevails, it leads us TO love one anothe
but how often, even whilst man is in I
2 enjoyment of this blessing, does the ell
N my of his happiness ondoavo' to soa,'
and divide We therefore press it up
: of every one to examine, whether he is d
de- ,inguished by this badge of disciplesh
10Th Nj aintain that charity which suffer'
ems long and is kind; put the best constr'
dbl ton upon the conduct and opinions Of c
nen, another, which circumstances will W
" =, as rant. Take heed, dear friends, with
"' diligence, both in small meetings and
ID to large ones, that the enemy produce
dissentions among you, that nothing ]
party spirit be ever suffered to prev
Let each be tender Of the reputation
his brother; let every one be earnest
6s; possess the ornament of meek and q'
!, for spirit Watch over one another for g
eau but not for evil and whilst not blind
r. o WI the faults or false views of others, be
pccialy careful not TO make them tc
- of common conversation. And eveI
cases in which occasion may reQu
d oi that the failings of others should be
rave closed, be well satisfied, before they
and made the subject of confidential com
been nication, either verbally or by letter,
ably your own motives are sufficiently p,
pay How beautifully are the origin, the
inst. tive and the effect of love, set forth
IS. the Apostle John, in tho 4th chaptc
: very the first epistlc. Mediate again
,u,in uno,, Tho cnn,nrc honoiyo n,tur