William Bayliss's Spiritual Guidance and Comfort

While laboring in the Norwich Pastorate, William Bayliss faced trials from the 'powers of darkness' upon starting new duties. He prayed and received the Holy Ghost, which dispelled his darkness and provided the light and assurance needed to fulfill his calling and establish order in the mission.

Fuller account of this event (in the witness’s own words):

At first, I was severely tried by the powers of darkness, which is common to most men upon commencing more important duties. But, after patiently waiting a short time, I received from Him, whose power is always sufficient to meet his servants' wants, the Holy Ghost, which dispelled the darkness and gave me the necessary light to illumine my path. I have since been enabled to set the affairs of the Pastorate in order, and to feel that the Lord is with me in my labours.