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for all to express their feelings, but we had after a little another season
of prayer and the blessing of the Lord seemed to reach hearts.
Then we separated into divisions and continued the work for two
hours longer, and the Lord’s Spirit came into the meeting in a remark-
able manner. Several of those who had known nothing of a religious
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faith, unbelievers from the world, have obtained a genuine experience
in the religious life. And the work is going deeper and deeper. The
Lord is at work and will work, as fast as we prepare the way for Him
that He can safely reveal His power in our behalf.—
Letter 75, 1888
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Called Forward in San Francisco
Friday, December 21 [1900], I went to San Francisco, where I was
to spend the Week of Prayer. Sabbath afternoon I spoke to the church
there, although I was so weak that I had to cling to the pulpit with both
hands to steady myself. I asked the Lord to give me strength to speak
to the people. He heard my prayer, and strengthened me. I had great
freedom in speaking from
Revelation 2:1-5
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The deep moving of the Spirit of God came upon me, and the
people were strongly impressed with the message borne. After I had
finished speaking, all who desired to give themselves to the Lord were
invited to come forward. A large number responded, and prayer was
offered for them. Several who came forward are persons who have
recently heard the Advent message, and are in the valley of decision.
May the Lord strengthen the good impression made upon them, and
may they give themselves wholly to Him. Oh, how I long to see souls
converted, and hear them sing a new song, even praise to our God!
Sunday afternoon I spoke to a large audience, many of whom are
not of our faith. My strength was renewed, and I was able, without
clinging to the desk, to stand before the people. The Lord’s blessing
rested upon us, and increased strength came to me as I spoke. As on
Sabbath, those seeking spiritual help were invited to come forward,
and we were glad to see the ready response. The Lord came very near
as we sought Him in prayer.—
The Review and Herald, February 19,
1901
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