BROOKLYN, N.Y., SEPTEMBER 25TH, 1940
BROOKLYN, N.Y., SEPTEMBER 25TH, 1940
Miss W. M. Frost.
My Dear Miss Frost, — Your letter was very thankfully received. It is full of interesting and good news for which my wife and I, with many here, thank God.
It is quite in accord with letters from many others in Great Britain, all of which draws out our hearts in thanksgiving to God for the remarkable fruit of His grace which is manifest in His suffering people. From London ten days ago we received a most touching and stimulating cable telling of how the saints were meeting together as usual, although in reduced [p. 197] numbers, because of travelling facilities, and of how increasingly precious the promises of God were to them. It would seem they were preserved from physical harm, which is most touching in view of the much damage being caused. The Lord had enjoined on His disciples in view of such conditions that they should not be terrified and, I believe, while the dear brethren must feel distressed at times, they are wonderfully sustained and bring God into their sufferings. They see now and will realise later — in “that day” — that their momentary and light affliction works for them in surpassing measure an eternal weight of glory.
The Lord has helped His people greatly during many years, and now He has placed us in circumstances calculated to bring out the fruit of what we have received. It is plainly to be seen that He is obtaining results, especially among His people in Great Britain. In this country, of course, we are suffering nothing in a physical sense, but the brethren generally feel the present pressure much, and many of us who are intimately acquainted with our brethren on your side of the ocean are really suffering with you.
The account you gave of your visit to Teignmouth was particularly interesting, especially the ‘word’ by Mr. Coates. We think much of him and rejoice that he is preserved — his example, ministry and prayers are so needed. Our beloved brother is constantly in our hearts and in our prayers.
The work in America is marked by increased love for one another and consequent desire for meetings and hence many special meetings are held. My wife and I hope to attend meetings in Toronto about October 12th to 14th, then Council Bluffs in November and Chicago in December.
We unite in love in Christ to you and to all the brethren in Exeter.
Affectionately yours in Him,
James Taylor.