AUGUST 22ND, 1940

AUGUST 22ND, 1940

^[p. 282] BELOVED BROTHER, — ... We are passing through a testing time, but the saints are sustained in a great degree of quietness and confidence, and much will come out of it all for God. We have been seeing here this week how those who came out of the captivity had “silver and gold” which could be made into crowns for Joshua the high priest, Zechariah 6. It suggested to us that as we accept any suffering which comes upon us (even though it may be in God’s government) we shall acquire spiritual wealth which will enhance the priestly service; and, in result, there will be enlarged apprehension of Christ, as seen in verses 12 and 13. No doubt this is how things are working out at the present time.

The brethren have been preserved locally from any injury so far, and all meetings have continued without disturbance, for which mercy we are most thankful. Two brothers on the south coast have had their houses destroyed, and minor injuries have been sustained, and in some cases there have been remarkable preservations. But God’s protection has been manifest and, on the whole, much less damage than might have been expected has resulted from the raids.

Things are fast heading up, both in the political sphere and in the circle of God’s spiritual movements. May we be kept in watchfulness and prayer, so as not to miss the supplies and support that are needful to sustain us as over-comers at such a time!

With very much love in the Lord,

Yours affectionately in Him,

August 22nd, 1940.