He took for his text Titus 2:11, 12: "For the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men, teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly in this present world." His sermon ran partly thus: "My friends and brethren, we are here this evening to conduct this service in the fear of God.

Almost a year ago I received a letter from Brother Benton urging me to come to his place to hold a revival.

Owing to my many calls, I was unable to come until the present time, and now at last we are here in the name of God.

We expect him to give us a gracious out-pouring of his Holy Spirit.

The text that I have read in your hearing introduces my subject, the subject of Salvation.