We continue our monthly testimony meeting from the brief testimonies recorded by scattered Saints in 1908 —

South Carolina.

I know the gospel which we have embraced is the genuine one. I have been blessed in many ways and seen many signs that convince me it is true. Also the whispering of God’s Spirit tells me it is of Him as also the mission of the Prophet Joseph Smith. – Daniel Medlin, S.C.

Tennessee.

I feel that I have a knowledge of the fact that Joseph Smith was a prophet of the Almighty and that this is the true gospel. almost every one of our family has been healed at one time or another, by the power of God through the administration of the elders. This has strengthened my testimony. – Pearl Robinson, Tenn.

Texas.

I am thankful to the Lord for the chance to publicly bear my testimony. I cannot say that I know the gospel is true, but I believe it is, and also that Joseph Smith was a true and living mouthpiece of the Lord. – Hallie M. Hunter, Tex.

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I know that the latter-day gospel is true, the power of God unto salvation. I am grateful for a testimony of the true gospel of Christ. I also testify that Joseph Smith was a divinely appointed prophet, and that the Book of Mormon is the word of God. I know these things by the inspiration of the Holy Spirit. – Bessie B. Hunter, Tex.

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I wish to add my testimony to the work of “Mormonism.” I have a knowledge of this gospel; I have seen the power of God made manifest in various ways. I know that Joseph Smith was the instrument in the hands of the Lord in re-establishing His Kingdom on the earth. We have a right to know by and through the Holy Ghost, which is to guide us “into all truth.” – Berry Dodd. Tex.

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I was baptized and confirmed a member of the church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints November 24, —-, and I have been shown in many ways, by the Lord’s Spirit, that this is His work. When the servant of God confirmed me, he asked the Father to show me “things to come.” Which is being verified every year of my life. I have a witness of the divinity of the book of Mormon, and I know it contains the fullness of the everlasting gospel; and all who read it with a pure heart will know whether it be of God or man. – John Fletcher, Tex.

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I know that the prophet Joseph Smith was sent of God, and that the Book of Mormon is true. I know that the gospel as promulgated by the Latter-day Saints is the genuine one, and that it will cover the earth as the waters do the sea. – J.P. Lonett, Tex.

Virginia.

I am not ashamed of the gospel of Jesus Christ for it is the power of God unto salvation to all them that believe. I know that Joseph Smith was a holy prophet of the Most High. He has done more for the redemption of mankind than any other man save Jesus Christ only. I am not ashamed to be called a “Mormon.” – J.H.L. Lacas, Va.

Washington, D.C.

I wish I could bear my testimony to the truthfulness of “Mormonism,” loud enough to be heard over all the world. I am a Georgian, an ex-Confederate and an ex-Baptist preacher. I learned the gospel 25 years ago. Joseph Smith was a prophet of the Most High God. To the people of my beloved Southland I say: If you want to be saved, cling to “Mormonism” – never apostatize. – C.M. Hauser, Wash., D.C.

West Virginia.

Dear brethren of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints: Though I have never seen you, you are no strangers to me. I am the only one anywhere near here that I know of, who believes the gospel as we do. They don’t want my literature; I hope they will in a coming day. I am willing to be persecuted for the gospel’s sake. I am not ashamed of it, for it is the power of God unto salvation to them that believe. In truth, I am glad I am a “Mormon”; the Lord has said to us by His Holy Spirit that the great latter-day work is verily His. The Book of Mormon is a divinely inspired Record. Joseph Smith was a prophet of the living God. – Sarah E. Emmart, W. Va.

Georgia.

There is but one true gospel through which man may be saved. I know that this is the true gospel, the power of God unto salvation. I know that Joseph Smith was a true prophet, sent in these last days. I bear this testimony in the name of Jesus. – Etta Hemphill, Ga.

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I am not ashamed of the gospel; I know it is the power of God unto salvation. We are promised by the Savior that if we will do the will of the Father, we shall know of the doctrine, whether it be of God or man. I know that the gospel of Jesus Christ is true as taught by the Latter-day Saints. And I know Joseph Smith was an inspired prophet of God, who brought forth a sacred record, the Book of Mormon, which I am assured is divine and was kept by ancient prophets. – Annye Kemph, Ga.

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I have heard it said by the people of the world that the “Mormons” were a weak-minded people. I am truly glad that my mind was just weak enough to accept the gospel of Christ, and that it was not so strongly influenced by the power of the evil one that it would refuse to obey the principles of truth. I know the Lord will bless our every effort to spread His gospel. – Aldora Yarn, Ga.

Indiana.

I believe and know the gospel is true, because within us is an instinct by which we know the true from the false on hearing it. I feel as if I had lived in darkness till I heard and embraced the true gospel of Christ. I know what it is to have the finger of scorn pointed at me. I have had my work taken from me and had to live in poverty because I believed. But in my heart was a sweet joy, I knowing why it was so. And I felt that the peace and assurance of the truth were worth all the gold and goods of this world. I know Joseph Smith was a prophet of God. May the good Lord bless the good work and prosper the Liahona. – Ova Pursley, Ind.

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I know by the light, power and witness of the Holy Ghost that the gospel as taught by the Latter-day Saints is true. I bear this testimony in all soberness. This came through being humble and prayerful and keeping the Lord’s commandments. To all who may read this I testify that the Book of Mormon is truth divine, and that Joseph Smith was a prophet of Jehovah. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. What a beautiful name! Who can doubt that Jesus is at the head of it? – Mrs. Lucy Pursley, Ind.

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I believe the Book of Mormon is the word of God, and Joseph Smith His prophet. It was made clear to my understanding that the Latter-day Saints are teaching the genuine gospel of Jesus Christ. All this ran in my mind as I listened to the words of life as they fell from the lips of an elder. I ask the faith and prayers of the Saints. – Nancy I. Starts, Ind.

Illinois.

I know that the gospel of Jesus Christ is true, that Joseph Smith was a prophet of the Lord and that the Church of Christ is again on the earth with all its pristine power and blessings. I have received this knowledge through faith and prayer. God answers prayers when asked in faith in the name of Jesus. – Lena C. Herlin, Ill.

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I know that the gospel as taught by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is true and that Joseph Smith was a true prophet. – M. Arnold Herlin, Ill.

Kansas.

I have knowledge that the church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is the work that Daniel spoke of. It has been revealed to me from our Heavenly Father that every principle taught therein is true. I am so thankful for the gospel. – Mrs. Anna E. Hall, Kan.

Kentucky.

I know the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has the only entirely true gospel, and the one Jesus will recognize when He comes the second time to earth. I know the Book of Mormon is a divine record and that Joseph Smith is a prophet of the living God. I know it by the manifestation of His spirit. I have been healed by His humble servants, the elders. I hope for the time when “the little stone” of Daniel will fill the whole earth. – James S. Holen, Ky.

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I was baptized and confirmed a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and I am thankful that I have lived to behold the gospel. I am sure it is the grandest theme on earth. I know the Lord has blessed me; my testimony grows stronger every day. I value the Journal more than I can tell. – N.G. Anderson, Ky.

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I know that the gospel is the power of God unto salvation to them that believe. I know it has again been given in its fullness with its former gifts and blessings. The Lord has blessed me in obeying it. I believe Joseph Smith was a true prophet and the Book of Mormon is the word of God. I thank the Lord for sending me the elders with the truth. – Mary F. Cayle, Ky.

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I bear my testimony that I know this is the true gospel that Christ taught here on earth. I know that Joseph Smith was a prophet of God, and that the Book of Mormon is the word of God. I am not ashamed of Jesus Christ, nor to be called a “Mormon.” I am glad to know I am one. – Marie Jane Young, Ky.

Mississippi.

I am a friend, and have been investigating the gospel of the church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. I am greatly pleased with its teachings. I am a friend to the elders and have sheltered and fed them many times, and I always feel that they are God’s true servants. I and my wife both believe the gospel to be of God, from the first revelation given to Joseph Smith to the present time, but we are not members of the Church yet. We are willing to be persecuted for righteousness’ sake. Your friend and brother in Christ. – Chas. E. Crawford, Miss.