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the world, and according to their several ability the Lord expects them
to enlighten and bless others. Whether they are rich or poor, great
or humble, God calls them into active service for Him. He depends
upon the church for the forwarding of His work, and He expects His
professed followers to do their duty as intelligent beings. There is
great need that every trained mind, every disciplined intellect, every
jot of ability, be brought into the work of saving souls.
Do not pass by the little things and look for a large work. You
might do successfully the small work, but fail utterly in attempting a
larger work and fall into discouragement. Take hold wherever you see
that there is work to be done. It will be by doing with your might what
your hands find to do that you will develop talents and aptitude for a
larger work. It is by slighting the daily opportunities, neglecting the
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little things, that so many become fruitless and withered.
There are ways in which all may do personal service for God.
Some can write a letter to a far-off friend, or send a paper to one who
is inquiring for truth. Others can give counsel to those who are in
difficulty. Those who know how to treat the sick can help in this line.
Others who have the necessary qualifications can give Bible readings
or conduct Bible classes.
The very simplest modes of work should be devised and set in op-
eration among the churches. If the members will unitedly accept such
plans, and perseveringly carry them out, they will reap a rich reward;
for their experience will grow brighter, their ability will increase, and
through their efforts souls will be saved.
The Uneducated to be Workers
Let none feel that because they are uneducated they cannot take
part in the Lord’s work. God has a work for you to do. He has given
to every man his work. You can search the Scriptures for yourselves.
“The entrance of Thy words giveth light; it giveth understanding unto
the simple.”
Psalm 119:130
. You can pray for the work. The prayer of
the sincere heart, offered in faith, will be heard in heaven. And you
are to work according to your ability.
Everyone has an influence for good or for evil. If the soul is
sanctified to the service of God and devoted to the work of Christ, the
influence will tend to gather with Christ.