Based on the theme “Prophetic Pictures of God,” James’ series focused on the new covenant and God’s desire to have a relationship with us as revealed in Daniel. God’s leading in the events that led up to this series was apparent. The Lord even opened the door for James to be interviewed by a local Christian radio talk show host for one hour each day (Monday through Friday) on the book of Daniel. The interviews were broadcast live and generated more interest in the book of Daniel and related Bible topics. James Crabtree pastors the Mount church. Reflecting on the series, he commented, “Our business is to make sure there is a place in the community where the gospel is being preached. I was so pleased with James’ priorities. His priority was God and His Son, and the Good News of salvation in Daniel. I’ve had some bad experiences with evangelism, but this was delightful.” In addition, Pastor Jim notes the impact of the meetings on those who came. “I thought it was really a great idea for people, like Mike, who haven’t been members of our church for long. There were other folk, like Vern, who is a Methodist. He came to every meeting and said he really learned a lot and was delighted to be fed so much. Vern is going to be preaching in his own church soon. These meetings created an enthusiasm in our church and community and gave us a chance to present the gospel.” Sixteen-year-old Ben H. says, “Overall I thought the series was very good. I was impressed with how Daniel was presented. He definitely stressed the relationship part a lot more. I liked that.” Fay has been a Seventh-day Adventist for six years. “I think the part I found the most interesting was when he started relating the prophecies of Daniel to current history. That really got my attention. Sometimes after a series like this I feel tired and glad for it to be over, but this time I left wanting to know more. I can now see prophecy being fulfilled in our lifetime. So many people are scared. They need to hear the hope part. It’s very exciting to me to realize that Jesus’ coming is very soon.” Ben W. recorded all the meetings on CDs, and also uploaded the sermons to the church website (mountshastasda.com). He reflects, “The comment I heard from a lot of people is that the Daniel series took a step that was unexpected. The focus was more on relationship with a sub-emphasis on prophecy. This is something I really enjoyed. People are continuing to share the recordings, so the blessing is ongoing. It is great to have a quality recording to share.” Several non-church members attended the series. Their response was typical, “Everyone in Mount Shasta needs to hear this!” Church member Susan W. said, “Now I’m really interested in hearing the follow-up to this series on the book of Revelation.” This may not sound like a typical evangelistic report, but we feel certain seeds were sown that will be evident in the great harvest to come. It also showcases a new method of sharing our message in the context of Christ and His righteousness that has its roots in Adventist history dating back to the 1890s when a series of public meetings was held in Australia. Among those featured at this campmeeting was W.W. Prescott. Ellen White was present at these meetings and proclaimed, “We have heard many in different localities where our camp meetings have been held express themselves as very much surprised that we do believe in Jesus Christ, that we believe in His divinity. They say, ‘I have been told that this people do not preach Christ, but I have never attended meetings where Christ was more manifestly taught and exalted than in the sermons and in every line of work at these meetings.’ Everything is cold and dry. We are starving for the Bread of Life. We come to this campmeeting because there is food here.’ How can Seventh-day Adventists preach any other doctrine?” (Manuscript Releases, Vol. 2, p. 166). It was in this spirit that James presented the prophecies of Daniel to the people of Mount Shasta in a new way. We praise God for using him to preach the Word to us, and we pray for God’s richest blessings on Light Bearers Ministry and all who are seeking to present Christ to our dying world.