June 17, 1915

Word From Sister White

EGW

Under date of May 27, Elder W. C. White writes as follows:RH June 17, 1915, par. 1

“Knowing that you are interested to hear about Mother's health, I shall write again.RH June 17, 1915, par. 2

“From Wednesday, May 12, she was stronger, and was able to eat better than for several weeks. Thursday, May 20, she was not so well. Friday she could not eat anything, and for a few days she grew weaker rapidly.RH June 17, 1915, par. 3

“Sunday, May 23, in the afternoon, Sister McEnterfer read to her a letter from Elder F. C. Gilbert, telling about the progress of the work in Portland, Maine. She was much cheered to hear of prosperity in the Portland church.RH June 17, 1915, par. 4

“Tuesday morning, May 25, she was very weak, but her mind seemed clear; and when I asked if she was comfortable, she said:RH June 17, 1915, par. 5

“‘I am very weak. I am sure that this is my last sickness. I am not worried at the thought of dying. I feel comforted all the time, the Lord is so near me. I am not anxious. The preciousness of the Saviour has been so plain to me. He has been a Friend. He has kept me in sickness and in health.RH June 17, 1915, par. 6

“‘I do not worry about the work I have done. I have done the best I could. I do not think that I shall be lingering long. I do not expect much suffering. I am thankful that we have the comforts of life in time of sickness. Do not worry. I go only a little before the others.’RH June 17, 1915, par. 7

“About 4 P.M., Tuesday, Elder and Mrs. George B. Starr called to see her. She remembered them, and spoke words of encouragement about their work.”RH June 17, 1915, par. 8