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Evangelism
polished instruments in the hands of God to reach others? ... If we
can win to Christ and the truth souls to whom God has entrusted large
capabilities, our influence will, through them, be constantly extending,
and will become a far-reaching power for good.
God has a work to be done which the workers have not yet fully
comprehended. Ministers and the world’s wise men are to be tested
by the light of present truth. The third angel’s message is to be set
before them judiciously, in its true dignity. There must be most earnest
seeking of God, most thorough study; for the mental powers will be
taxed to the utmost in laying plans which will place the work of God
on a more elevated platform. That is where it should always have
stood, but men’s narrow ideas and restricted plans have limited and
lowered it.—
The Review and Herald, November 25, 1890
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Not All Will Accept Truth—After the most earnest efforts have
been made to bring the truth before those whom God has entrusted
with large responsibilities, be not discouraged if they reject the truth.
They did the same in the days of Christ. Be sure to keep up the dignity
of the work by well-ordered plans and a godly conversation. Do not
think you have elevated the standard too high.—
Letter 12, 1887
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Speaking in Other Churches—You may have opportunity to
speak in other churches. In improving these opportunities, remember
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the words of the Saviour, “Be ye therefore wise as serpents, and harm-
less as doves.” Do not arouse the malignity of the enemy by making
denunciatory speeches. Thus you will close doors against the entrance
of truth. Clear-cut messages are to be borne. But guard against arous-
ing antagonism. There are many souls to be saved. Restrain all harsh
expressions. In word and deed be wise unto salvation, representing
Christ to all with whom you come in contact. Let all see that your feet
are shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace and good will to
men. Wonderful are the results we shall see if we enter into the work
imbued with the Spirit of Christ. Help will come in our necessity if
we carry the work forward in righteousness, mercy, and love. Truth
will triumph, and bear away the victory.—
Manuscript 6, 1902
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