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disappear, but continued in sight throughout the forenoon. At twelve
o’clock we changed cars, and I did not see the clouds any more.
During the day I was deeply impressed with the thought that angels
of God, enshrouded in these clouds, were going before us; that we
might rejoice in their guardianship, and also in the assurance that
we should see of the salvation of God in the meetings to be held in
Brisbane. And now that the meetings are over, and we have seen
the wonderful interest manifested by the people, I am more than ever
sure that heavenly angels were enshrouded in these clouds—angels
that were sent from the courts above to move upon the hearts of the
people, and to restrain those distracting influences that sometimes find
access to our campgrounds, by which minds are diverted from the
consideration of the vital truths which are daily presented.
At this meeting, thousands have heard the gospel invitation, and
have listened to truths that they never have heard before. During the
whole meeting, there has not been any boisterous opposition, or loud
contention from those whose hearts are opposed to the law of God.
And throughout the city, we hear of no public opposition. This is
an unusual experience; and we believe that the angels of God have
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been present to press back the powers of darkness.—
The Review and
Herald, March 21, 1899
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I was suffering with rheumatism in my left side and could get no
rest because of the pain. I turned from side to side, trying to find ease
from the suffering. There was a pain in my heart that portended no
good for me. At last I fell asleep.
About half past nine I attempted to turn myself, and as I did so, I
became aware that my body was entirely free from pain. As I turned
from side to side, and moved my hands, I experienced an extraordinary
freedom and lightness that I cannot describe. The room was filled with
light, a most beautiful, soft, azure light, and I seemed to be in the arms
of heavenly beings.
This peculiar light I have experienced in the past in times of special
blessing, but this time it was more distinct, more impressive, and I
felt such peace, peace so full and abundant no words can express it. I
raised myself into a sitting posture, and I saw that I was surrounded
by a bright cloud, white as snow, the edges of which were tinged with
a deep pink. The softest, sweetest music was filling the air, and I
recognized the music as the singing of the angels. Then a Voice spoke