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Messages to Young People
our track every moment. We expect a readiness on the part of bad men
to act as Satan suggests; but while our minds are unguarded against
Satan’s invisible agents, they will assume new ground, and will work
marvels and miracles in our sight. Are we prepared to resist them by
the word of God, the only weapon we can use successfully?
Some will be tempted to receive these wonders as from God. The
sick will be healed before us. Miracles will be performed in our
sight. Are we prepared for the trial when the lying wonders of Satan
shall be more fully exhibited? Will not many souls be ensnared and
taken? Forms of error, and departure from the plain precepts and
commandments of God and giving heed to fables are fitting minds for
these lying wonders of Satan. We must all now seek to arm ourselves
for the contest in which we must soon engage. Faith in God’s word,
prayerfully studied and practically applied will be our shield from
Satan’s power, and will bring us off conquerors through the blood of
Christ.—
The Review and Herald, February 18, 1862
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