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blessing to us. And when His plan for the relief of our schools has been
vindicated, when the work pointed out has been fully accomplished,
He will indicate to us what to do next.
As long as the message of mercy is to be given to the world, there
will be a call for effort in behalf of other institutions and enterprises
similar to that for the relief of our schools. And as long as probation
continues, there will be opportunity for the canvasser to work. When
the religious denominations unite with the papacy to oppress God’s
people, places where there is religious freedom will be opened by
evangelistic canvassing. If in one place the persecution becomes
severe, let the workers do as Christ has directed. “When they persecute
you in this city, flee ye into another.” If persecution comes there, go to
still another place. God will lead His people, making them a blessing
in many places. Were it not for persecution they would not be so
widely scattered abroad to proclaim the truth. And Christ declares:
“Ye shall not have gone over the cities of Israel, till the Son of man
be come.”
Matthew 10:23
. Until in heaven is spoken the word, “It is
finished,” there will always be places for labor, and hearts to receive
the message.
Wherefore “let us not be weary in well-doing: for in due season
we shall reap, if we faint not.”
Galatians 6:9
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