| The Life of Dr. J.R. Miller |
Chapter 11 |
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There was more to that Morning Prayer than consecration. There was a period of earnest intercession for people all over the world – people who had written to him, or called on him, or whose work he was following. One morning he turned from such a prayer to pen a message to Dr. F.B. Meyer in London:
“I write a word which I hope may reach you before you start on your Eastern preaching tour. I cannot tell you what deep interest I have in this journey of yours – this apostolic journey which you are to make for the Master. I am sure that God’s blessing will be upon you. You will have the prayers of thousands of friends as you go your way to speak the words of Christ. Your journey through this country left a path of blessing, and in eternity you will meet those who will thank you for the words you spoke which made the truth of Christ more clear and brought them nearer to the Master’s heart. I am sure that the same blessing will attend you in your work in India and elsewhere. Of course you will have the difficulty of speaking through an interpreter, but even this will not prove to be a serious hindrance, when the Spirit of god speaks through you. I write out of my heart just this word of farewell, to assure you of prayer for you as you go upon your mission. I trust that you will be preserved in good health and will come back in due time refreshed and strong.”
The return of the mail brought grateful response from Dr. Meyer:
“I am sure that your letter was prompted by the Spirit to strengthen me in view of this journey. Naturally my whole nature shrinks appalled and overwhelmed. But God says ‘On.” And your letter is as a fresh assurance. I am full of preparation and work; so must be content with this. Only be sure that your words have been very sweet to me. What a comradeship there is on this battlefield! What companionship when we get home!”
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