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is wrapped up in the cause of God. While studying and planning
for the cause, he has sometimes exercised shrewdness and sharpness,
which has led others to misjudge him. His aim was not to advantage
himself, but the cause which he loved. While the Lord would have you
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faithfully uphold the hands of His tried servants, He would warn you
against placing too great confidence in those who have newly come to
the faith or with whose past life and labors you are unacquainted.
It is your privilege to be a prosperous, happy church. Let each
one of you search his own heart, cleanse the defiled soul temple, and
watch unto prayer. Be determined you will seek Jesus until you find
Him; release not your grasp until His love dwells in your heart and you
have His spirit subduing your life and fashioning your character. Then
believe, and with boldness you may approach His throne, knowing
that He will hear your prayers.
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