New York, Saturday, October 6, 1860.

I now promise, as I have formerly promised to do, from this day onward, to serve God better than I have been doing; depending on God's spirit for assistance; and will now ask to be prospered as God may see good for me.

James Knowles.


New York, Friday, October 18, 1861.

I resolved to serve God with renewed efforts, determining to look alone to God for help.[1] ]

James Knowles.


New York, Thursday, April 9, 1863.

Entered into an agreement with my Heavenly Father that, through the strength of His divine grace, I will live more for the glory of God than I have ever done.