BROOKLYN, N.Y., AUGUST 23RD, 1949

BROOKLYN, N.Y., AUGUST 23RD, 1949

Mr. Alfred J. Gardiner.

Beloved Brother, — I send a brief line as to the revision of the Notes of meetings in London, Bristol, etc. I believe I suggested to you that I should be thankful if you were free to revise them, reminded of the good service you rendered in the Notes of meetings in Australia and New Zealand. I cannot recall your reaction, but I think it was favourable.

As I was about to sail for New York, ——— suggested that the readings should be published separately and this commanded itself to me. No doubt all this has come to you and I am desirous of knowing your mind.

There have been reports of a change in my mind as to ^[p. 406] certain remarks made by me, especially at Birmingham, and this is somewhat disconcerting. I think that if a revision of the Notes is made this should be awaited as the test whether the truth is presented in the ministry. As regards the republication of certain volumes of the Collected Writings, the brethren I have enquired from are generally of the same mind as was expressed in the conversation at Mr. Beattie’s house. Any fresh light since J.N.D.’s time has been tested by his ministry and the comparison has helped rather than hindered. All saints seeking help in the truth are bound to seek the profit his writings contain and if they are with God they will judge aright as to what is taught, as they are doing now as to what is taught as to the Holy Spirit.

There is great keenness as to the truth in America, according to what I observe since returning. I am sure you are finding the same in Great Britain. I am thinking of your commitments and my prayers go up — especially as to your purposed visit to America.

My wife unites in love in Christ to Mrs. Gardiner and you all.

Affectionately in Him,
James Taylor.