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Evangelism
Let there be short discourses, short and fervent prayers. Educate,
educate in regard to thorough, whole-souled service. Thorough conse-
cration, much prayer, an intense earnestness, will make an impression;
for angels of God will be present to move upon the hearts of the
people.—
Letter 132, 1898
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Variety of Evangelistic Attractions—At these meetings are gath-
ered high and low, rich and poor, sinners of all degrees, and all hear
the message of mercy given by the Lord’s delegated servants. There is
a variety of Bible subjects presented, and a variety of exercises during
the meeting.
Old and young are called, and the Lord impresses the hearts of
the hearers. By this means the call to the supper, as presented in the
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parable, is given to all. Some who, according to their own confession,
have not entered a church for twelve, fourteen, and even sixteen years,
are convicted and converted. Church members are deeply stirred, and
listen with astonishment to the sermons and Bible readings explaining
the Scriptures; and in the social meetings there is found something
appropriate for every case.—
Manuscript 7, 1900
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Great Themes—Up-to-Date Message—Those who stand before
the people as teachers of truth are to grapple with great themes. They
are not to occupy precious time in talking of trivial subjects. Let them
study the Word, and preach the Word. Let the Word be in their hands
as a sharp, two-edged sword. Let it testify to past truths and show what
is to be in the future.
Christ came from heaven to give to John the great, wonderful truths
that are to shape our lives and that by us are to be proclaimed to the
world. We are to keep abreast of the times, bearing a clear, intelligent
testimony, guided by the unction of the Holy Spirit.—
The Review and
Herald, April 19, 1906
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