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bravely and faithfully, God will convert men who occupy responsible
positions, men of intellect and influence. Through the power of the
Holy Spirit many will accept the divine principles. Converted to the
truth, they will become agencies in the hand of God to communicate
the light. They will have a special burden for other souls of this ne-
glected class. Time and money will be consecrated to the work of the
Lord, and new efficiency and power will be added to the church.—
The
Acts of the Apostles, 140
.
Many in high social positions are heart-sore, and sick of vanity.
They are longing for a peace which they have not. In the very highest
ranks of society are those who are hungering and thirsting for salvation.
Many would receive help if the Lord’s workers would approach them
personally, with a kind manner, a heart made tender by the love of
Christ.—
Christ’s Object Lessons, 231
.
Many of the greatest scholars and statesmen, the world’s most
eminent men, will in these last days turn from the light, because the
world by wisdom knows not God. Yet God’s servants are to improve
every opportunity to communicate the truth to these men. Some will
acknowledge their ignorance of the things of God, and will take their
place as humble learners at the feet of Jesus, the Master Teacher.—
The
Acts of the Apostles, 241-242
.
Wealthy Men of Bible Times
This Ethiopian was a man of good standing and of wide influence.
God saw that when converted, he would give others the light he had
received, and would exert a strong influence in favor of the gospel.
Angels of God were attending this seeker for light, and he was being
drawn to the Saviour. By the ministration of the Holy Spirit, the Lord
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brought him into touch with one who could lead him to the light.—
The
Acts of the Apostles, 107
.
When the Jews were trying to destroy the infant church, Nicodemus
came forward in its defense. No longer cautious and questioning, he
encouraged the faith of the disciples, and used his wealth in helping
to sustain the church at Jerusalem and in advancing the work of the
gospel. Those who in other days had paid him reverence, now scorned
and persecuted him; and he became poor in this world’s goods; yet