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prosperity of Israel, were led to think favorably of Israel’s God, who
had done such great things for His people.—
Patriarchs and Prophets,
711
(1890).
Attracting to the Truth—A few nights since, my mind was much
troubled in contemplating what we could do to get the truth before the
people in these large cities. We are sure if they would only hear the
message, some would receive the truth and in their turn communicate
it to others.
The ministers warn their congregations and say it is dangerous
doctrine that is presented, and if they go out to hear they will be
deceived and deluded with this strange doctrine. The prejudices would
be removed if we could get the people out to hear. We are praying over
this matter and believe that the Lord will make a place for the message
of warning and instruction to come to the people in these last days.
One night I seemed to be in a council meeting where these matters
were being talked over. And a very grave, dignified man said, “You
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are praying for the Lord to raise up men and women of talent to give
themselves to the work. You have talent in your midst which needs to
be recognized.” Several wise propositions were made and then words
were spoken in substance as I write them. He said, “I call your attention
to the singing talent which should be cultivated; for the human voice
in singing is one of God’s entrusted talents to be employed to His
glory. The enemy of righteousness makes a great account of this talent
in his service. And that which is the gift of God, to be a blessing to
souls, is perverted, misapplied, and serves the purpose of Satan. This
talent of voice is a blessing if consecrated to the Lord to serve His
cause. _____ has talent, but it is not appreciated. Her position should
be considered and her talent will attract the people, and they will hear
the message of truth.—
Letter 62, 1893
.
A Connecting Link With God—There must be a living connec-
tion with God in prayer, a living connection with God in songs of
praise and thanksgiving.—
Letter 96, 1898
.
To Resist the Enemy—When Christ was a child like these chil-
dren here, He was tempted to sin, but He did not yield to temptation.
As He grew older He was tempted, but the songs His mother had
taught Him to sing came into His mind, and He would lift His voice in
praise. And before His companions were aware of it, they would be