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must be made for the salvation of those in whose hearts an interest is
awakened. Many can be reached only through acts of disinterested
kindness. Their physical wants must first be relieved. As they see
evidence of our unselfish love, it will be easier for them to believe in
the love of Christ.—
Testimonies for the Church 6:83, 84
.
Let the workers go from house to house, opening the Bible to the
people, circulating the publications, telling others of the light that has
blessed their own souls.—
Testimonies for the Church 9:123
.
Our Saviour went from house to house, healing the sick, comforting
the mourners, soothing the afflicted, speaking peace to the disconsolate.
He took the little children in His arms and blessed them, and spoke
words of hope and comfort to the weary mothers. With unfailing
tenderness and gentleness, He met every form of human woe and
affliction. Not for Himself, but for others did He labor. He was the
servant of all. It was His meat and drink to bring hope and strength to
all with whom He came in contact.—
Gospel Workers, 188
.
The presentation of the truth, in love and simplicity, from house to
house, is in harmony with the instruction that Christ gave His disciples
when He sent them out on their first missionary tour. By songs of
praise, by humble, heartfelt prayers, many will be reached. The divine
Worker will be present to send conviction to hearts. “I am with you
always,” is His promise. With the assurance of the abiding presence
of such a helper, we may labor with faith and hope and courage.—
Testimonies for the Church 9:34
.
House-to-house laborers are needed. The Lord calls for decided
efforts to be put forth in places where the people know nothing of Bible
truth. Singing and prayer and Bible readings are needed in the homes
of the people. Now, just now, is the time to obey the commission,
“Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded
you.” Those who do this work must have a ready knowledge of the
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Scriptures. “It is written” is to be their weapon of defense.—
Counsels
to Parents, Teachers, and Students, 540
.
My brethren and sisters, visit those who live near you, and by
sympathy and kindness seek to reach their hearts. Be sure to work in a
way that will remove prejudice instead of creating it. And remember
that those who know the truth for this time, and yet confine their efforts
to their own churches, refusing to work for their unconverted neighbors,