Signs of the Times, Book 1 - Ellen G. White

ent the tree inclines.'
"At the conclusion of the meeting I was congratulated by some of the
principal citizens on my manner of treating the temperance subject. They
declared that the only proper way was to treat it from a Christian standpoint,
showing the people that they needed the help of God in order to free
themselves from the bondage of intemperance. There appeared to be a
general satisfaction at the result of the meeting, and a conviction that good
would come from it.
"The Methodist minister in Boulder City spoke Saturday night to the
effect that Elder Cornell misinterpreted scripture in teaching that we are
living in the last days. Many of his statements will be reviewed by Elder C.
A considerable interest is growing up in that place, which has increased
under the recent labors in the tent. We hope to see a good work done there
for the truth of God, and sinners brought from darkness to light.
"We long to see the truth triumph here in Colorado, and have much faith
in the results of the labors now being carried on here. We were never more
free in bearing our testimony than at the present time; and, although not able
to respond to half the calls coming from different places, we mean to do all
we can, trusting in the power of the God of Israel to sustain us in the work."
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