Holidays And Anniversaries
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memory of His dealing with us? Would it not be well to consider His
past blessings, to remember the impressive warnings that have come
home to our souls so that we shall not forget God?
The world has many holidays, and men become engrossed with
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games, with horse races, with gambling, smoking, and drunkenness....
Shall not the people of God more frequently have holy convoca-
tions in which to thank God for His rich blessings
Holidays Afford Opportunity for Missionary Service—We
want men in the church who have ability to develop in the line of
organizing and giving practical work to young men and women in the
line of relieving the wants of humanity and working for the salvation
of the souls of men, women, youth, and children. It will not be possible
for all to give their whole time to the work because of the labor they
must do to earn their daily living. Yet these have their holidays and
times that they can devote to Christian work and do good in this way
if they cannot give much of their means
When you have a holiday, make it a pleasant and happy day for
your children, and make it also a pleasant day for the poor and the
afflicted. Do not let the day pass without bringing thanksgiving and
thank offerings to Jesus
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11
Counsels to Teachers, Parents, and Students, 343
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12
Letter 12, 1892
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13
The Review and Herald, November 13, 1894
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