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made. The Lord alone knows how much we might have accomplished
if as a people we had humbled ourselves before Him, and proclaimed
the temperance truth in clear, straight lines.—
Gospel Workers, 385
.
The temperance question is to receive decided support from God’s
people. Intemperance is striving for the mastery; self-indulgence is
increasing, and the publications treating on health reform are greatly
needed. Literature bearing on this point is the helping hand of the
gospel, leading souls to search the Bible for a better understanding of
the truth. The note of warning against the great evil of intemperance
should be sounded; and that this may be done, every Sabbathkeeper
should study and practice the instruction contained in our health peri-
odicals and our health books. And they should do more than this: they
should make earnest efforts to circulate these publications among their
neighbors.—
The Southern Watchman, November 20, 1902
.
Present the total abstinence pledge, asking that the money they
would otherwise spend for liquor, tobacco, or like indulgences, be
devoted to the relief of the sick, poor, or for the training of children
and youth for usefulness in the world.—
The Ministry of Healing, 211
.
Importance of Follow-up Effort
As the result of the presentation of the truth in large congregations,
a spirit of inquiry is awakened, and it is especially important that
this interest be followed up by personal labor. Those who desire to
investigate the truth, need to be taught to study diligently the Word of
God. Some one must help them to build on the sure foundation. At
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this critical time in their religious experience, how important it is that
wisely directed Bible workers come to their help, and open to their
understanding the treasure-house of God’s Word.—
Testimonies for
the Church 9:111
.
The golden moment is lost. The impressions made were not fol-
lowed up. It would have been better had no interest been awakened;
for when convictions have been once resisted and overcome, it is very
difficult to impress the mind again with the truth.—
Testimonies for
the Church 2:118
.