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why. It never occurred to me, that sorrow
is the offspring of sin. I committed much
sin, and my darkness and delusion were
so great, that I firmly
acting right. I even prayed for blessings
on my wickedness. When I think of the
impious prayers I have uttered, it makes
me shudder, and I am amazed at
the forbearance of my insulted and
merciful Saviour.
attending my using the Lord's prayer,
I cannot help relating. Sometimes I have
been unexpectedly and suddenly deprived
of the power of prayer; and for weeks
together have been utterly unable to
go through the shortest form. By no
means whatever could I bring my
attention to what I was attempting to
utter. It seemed as if a dark cloud
hid the face of God from me.
In this state I have endured agony