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A Missionary Education
In the work of soul saving, the Lord calls together laborers who
have different plans and ideas and various methods of labor. But
with this diversity of minds there is to be revealed a unity of purpose.
Oftentimes in the past the work which the Lord designed should
prosper has been hindered because men have tried to place a yoke
upon their fellow workers who did not follow the methods which
they supposed to be the best.
No exact pattern can be given for the establishment of schools
in new fields. The climate, the surroundings, the condition of the
country, and the means at hand with which to work must all bear a
part in shaping the work. The blessings of an all-round education
will bring success in Christian missionary work. Through its means
souls will be converted to the truth.
“Ye are the light of the world,” Christ declares. “Let your light
so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify
your Father which is in heaven.”
Matthew 5:14, 16
. God’s work in
the earth in these last days is to reflect the light that Christ brought
into the world. This light is to dissipate the gross darkness of ages.
Men and women in heathen darkness are to be reached by those
who at one time were in a similar condition of ignorance, but who
have received the knowledge of the truth of God’s word. These
heathen nations will accept eagerly the instruction given them in a
knowledge of God.
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Very precious to God is His work in the earth. Christ and heav-
enly angels are watching it every moment. As we draw near to
the coming of Christ, more and still more of missionary work will
engage our efforts. The message of the renewing power of God’s
grace will be carried to every country and clime, until the truth shall
belt the world. Of the number of them that shall be sealed will be
those who have come from every nation and kindred and tongue and
people. From every country will be gathered men and women who
will stand before the throne of God and before the Lamb, crying,
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