J. Eckersley's Healing and Manifestation of the Holy Ghost

“No sooner had I made this resolution, than I was taken seriously ill, being for several days confined to my bed; and my affliction was of such a violent nature, that had I not exercised faith, I should certainly have entertained strong doubts of my recovery. But having an assurance that God would heal me, this affliction was only one of the trying ordeals which He had ordained me to pass through, as a test of my faith... I was initiated into the fold and family of Christ by baptism, Elder B. Orrock officiating. It must be remembered that I had not yet fully recovered from my sickness; but I bear testimony that in coming forth out of the water I was perfectly whole, which caused my heart to rejoice greatly, and the next day I followed my usual employment in the enjoyment of perfect health and strength, without any symptom of pain or distress. Three days later I attended a cottage meeting, held at the house of one of the members, and was confirmed a member of the Church by Elder Thomas Sleight, who promised me the Holy Ghost... When the servants of God laid their hands upon my head, the Holy Ghost descended upon me in mighty power, and my whole being was suffused by a heavenly influence, such as I had never before felt, and a testimony was given to me that my sins were pardoned, and that God accepted me as His child. Not only was this heavenly influence enjoyed by myself, but all in the house felt the quickening power of the Spirit of God—priest and people alike rejoiced, and many wept for joy. — Millennial Star 52:11”