A Reformatory Movement
In visions of the night representations passed before me of a great
reformatory movement among God’s people. Many were praising
God. The sick were healed and other miracles were wrought. A spirit
of intercession was seen, even as was manifested before the great day
of Pentecost. Hundreds and thousands were seen visiting families
and opening before them the word of God. Hearts were convicted by
the power of the Holy Spirit, and a spirit of genuine conversion was
manifest. On every side doors were thrown open to the proclamation
of the truth. The world seemed to be lightened with the heavenly
influence. Great blessings were received by the true and humble
people of God. I heard voices of thanksgiving and praise, and there
seemed to be a reformation such as we witnessed in 1844.
Yet some refused to be converted. They were not willing to walk in
God’s way, and when, in order that the work of God might be advanced,
calls were made for freewill offerings, some clung selfishly to their
earthly possessions. These covetous ones became separated from the
company of believers.—
Testimonies for the Church 9:126
(1909).
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