Chapter 62—Young People as Soul Winners
Satan is a vigilant foe, intent upon his purpose of leading the
youth to a course of action entirely contrary to that which God would
approve. He well knows that there is no other class that can do as
much good as young men and young women who are consecrated to
God. The youth, if right, could sway a mighty influence. Preachers, or
laymen advanced in years, cannot have one-half the influence upon the
young that the youth, devoted to God, can have upon their associates.
They ought to feel that a responsibility rests upon them to do all they
can to save their fellow mortals, even at a sacrifice of their pleasure
and natural desires. Time, and even means, if required, should be
consecrated to God.
All who profess godliness should feel the danger of those who
are out of Christ. Soon their probation will close. Those who might
have exerted an influence to save souls, had they stood in the counsel
of God, yet failed to do their duty through selfishness, indolence, or
because they were ashamed of the cross of Christ, will not only lose
their own souls, but will have the blood of poor sinners upon their
garments. Such will be required to render an account for the good that
they could have done had they been consecrated to God, but did not
do because of their unfaithfulness.
Those who have really tasted the sweets of redeeming love will not,
cannot, rest until all with whom they associate are made acquainted
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with the plan of salvation. The young should inquire, “Lord, what wilt
Thou have me to do? How can I honor and glorify Thy name upon the
earth?” Souls are perishing all around us, and yet what burden do the
youth bear to win souls to Christ?
Solicitude for Others
Those who attend school could have an influence for the Saviour;
but who name the name of Christ? and who are seen pleading with
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