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is failure. The Lord endorses no such movements. If this work is
sanctioned, many would be attracted by these speculative schemes that
could not in any other way be led away from the work of presenting the
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solemn truths that must be given to the people at this time.—
Special
Testimonies, Series B, No. 17, 15-19
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A Snare of Satan
Many times when the Lord has opened the way for brethren to
handle their means to advance His cause, the agents of Satan have
presented some enterprise by which they were positive the brethren
could double their means. They take the bait; their money is invested,
and the cause, and frequently themselves, never receive a dollar.
Brethren, remember the cause, and when you have means at your
command lay up for yourselves a good foundation against the time
to come, that you may lay hold on eternal life. Jesus for your sakes
became poor, that you through His poverty might be made rich in
heavenly treasure. What will you give for Jesus, who has given all for
you?—
Testimonies for the Church 5:154, 155
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