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speedily be proclaimed in all countries, to all peoples, nations, and
tongues.
The Result of Wholehearted Effort
Let sanctified ability be brought into the work of proclaiming
the truth for this time. If the forces of the enemy gain the victory
now, it will be because the churches neglect their God-given work.
For years the work has been kept before us, but many have been
asleep. If Seventh-day Adventists will now arouse and do the work
assigned them, the truth will be presented to our neglected cities in
clear, distinct lines and in the power of the Spirit.
When wholehearted work is done, the efficacy of the grace of
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Christ will be seen. The watchmen on the walls of Zion are to be
wide awake, and they are to arouse others. God’s people are to be
so earnest and faithful in their work for Him that all selfishness will
be separated from their lives. His workers will then see eye to eye,
and the arm of the Lord, the power of which was seen in the life of
Christ, will be revealed. Confidence will be restored, and there will
be unity in the churches throughout our ranks.
Different Lines of Service
The Lord is calling upon His people to take up different lines
of work. Those in the highways and byways of life are to hear the
gospel message. Church members are to do evangelistic work in the
homes of their neighbors who have not yet received full evidence of
the truth for this time.
God calls for Christian families to go into communities that are
in darkness and error, and work wisely and perseveringly for the
Master. To answer this call requires self-sacrifice. While many are
waiting to have every obstacle removed, souls are dying without
hope and without God in the world. Many, very many, for the sake
of worldly advantage, for the sake of acquiring scientific knowledge,
will venture into pestilential regions and endure hardship and pri-
vation. Where are those who are willing to do this for the sake of
telling others of the Saviour? Where are the men and women who