Lt 402, 1904

Ballenger, E. S.

Nashville, Tennessee

June 22, 1904

Previously unpublished. Not sent.

Dear Brother [E. S.] Ballenger,

I write [to say that] everything possible should be done to make wise efforts in obtaining property in buildings that are for sale. Such buildings will be on the market and it will be best to purchase them, for the Southern California [field] has been greatly neglected. The work that should have been done as a strong influence in favor the truth, with a strong company raised up in one place and in another, must not wait with the plea “Have your money in your hand before you begin to extend your work in purchasing many homes.”19LtMs, Lt 402, 1904, par. 1

We are compelled to walk out by faith, trusting in the Lord. A work is to be done in Redlands, and a decided work in Riverside and in various places near Redlands. Now is your time. Begin at once and work. The human agencies have had this work before them for years and have not put on the armor and done what they could do, but delay no longer. Carry temperance upon your banner and work and have seasons of prayer. There are places near Redlands that are to be worked. The Lord will be pleased to have men push the triumphs of the cross in Southern California, [men] who will put the armor on, who will make earnest efforts in faith. God help us to go forth in faith and enter new places.19LtMs, Lt 402, 1904, par. 2