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themselves safe, we should not feel so secure. Evil angels are upon
our track every moment. We expect a readiness on the part of bad men
to act as Satan suggests; but while our minds are unguarded against
Satan’s invisible agents, they will assume new ground, and will work
marvels and miracles in our sight. Are we prepared to resist them by
the word of God, the only weapon we can use successfully? Some
will be tempted to receive these wonders as from God. The sick will
be healed before us. Miracles will be performed in our sight. Are we
prepared for the trial when the lying wonders of Satan shall be more
fully exhibited? Will not many souls be ensnared and taken? Forms
of error, and departure from the plain precepts and commandments of
God, and giving heed to fables, is fitting minds for these lying wonders
of Satan. We must all now seek to arm ourselves for the contest in
which we must soon engage. Faith in God’s word, prayerfully studied
and practically applied, will be our shield from Satan’s power, and will
bring us off conquerors through the blood of Christ.
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