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Section 4—Our Medical College
In the Providence of God
Sunday, April 15, the beautiful buildings and grounds of the
Loma Linda Sanitarium were solemnly dedicated to the service of
God....
During the exercises, the people were told of the remarkable
providences that had attended every step taken to secure the prop-
erty. The purpose we have in view in the establishment of many
sanitariums was also dwelt upon. I was present at the meeting only a
portion of the time, and spoke with freedom for nearly half an hour
on the advantages of outdoor life in the treatment of disease.
I tried to make it plain that sanitarium physicians and helpers
were to cooperate with God in combating disease not only through
the use of the natural remedial agencies He has placed within our
reach, but also by encouraging their patients to lay hold on divine
strength through obedience to the commandments of God....
One of the chief advantages of situation at Loma Linda is the
pleasing variety of charming scenery on every side. But more impor-
tant than magnificent scenery and beautiful buildings and spacious
grounds is the close proximity of this institution to a densely popu-
lated district, and the opportunity thus afforded of communicating
to many, many people a knowledge of the third angel’s message. We
are to have clear spiritual discernment, else we shall fail of under-
standing the opening providences of God that are preparing the way
for us to enlighten the world.
The great crisis is just before us. Now is the time for us to sound
the warning message, by the agencies that God has given us for this
purpose. Let us remember that one most important agency is our
medical missionary work. Never are we to lose sight of the great
object for which our sanitariums are established—the advancement
of God’s closing work in the earth.
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