BROOKLYN, N.Y., AUGUST 13TH, 1940

BROOKLYN, N.Y., AUGUST 13TH, 1940

Beloved Brother, — During the last few days the brethren here have been much in spirit with our dear brethren in Great Britain, because of the persistent raiding by the Germans, knowing how increasingly trying this must be. But letters we have been receiving from many parts show unmistakably that God is with you all in these harrowing experiences. The Lord said to Smyrna, “the devil is about to cast of you into prison, that ye may be tried; and ye shall have tribulation ten days. Be thou faithful unto death, and I will give to thee the crown of life” (Revelation 2: 10). Satan’s malice and terror are clearly in the current attacks, but the Lord is observing and will limit them. They are, however, for trial, and the information coming to us, shows that the raids are bringing out what is of God in His people. This is fragrant to Him, and there will be consolidated gain for you all, too. The saints walking in the truth in all places are with their brethren in Great Britain in spirit and in deep sympathy and prayers, sharing with you all, too, ministry of our Great High Priest above, which tends to lift us all out of the pressure into our own heavenly position. Evidently your meetings have this character as ours have — the living well in us springing up into eternal life.

Your letter has been widely circulated, occasioning much cheer among the brethren and thanksgiving for the grace of God upon you all. Letters from Mr. Gardiner, Mr. Beattie and Mr. Spiller, which came more recently, have also caused joy to the saints.

There is much evidence of the work of God in America. The saints are together, as I have not hitherto seen them. I spent last weekend in the Boston area and found a living ^[p. 192] interest. I hope to visit Cincinnati and Indianapolis en route to the Detroit meetings to be held August 31st to September 2nd, and shall thus, God willing, see a good few of the brethren.

Affectionately yours in Christ,
James Taylor.