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indolence and be slothful servants, if you would have your children
saved from the perils that surround them in the world
Cling to Jesus When Trials Come—Parents, gather the rays of
divine light which are shining upon your pathway. Walk in the light as
Christ is in the light. As you take up the work of saving your children
and maintaining your position on the highway of holiness, the most
provoking trials will come. But do not lose your hold. Cling to Jesus.
He says, “Let him take hold of My strength, that he may make peace
with Me; and he shall make peace with Me.” Difficulties will arise.
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You will meet with obstacles. Look constantly to Jesus. When an
emergency arises, ask, Lord, what shall I do now
The harder the battle, the greater their [parents] need of help
from their heavenly Father, and the more marked will be the victory
gained
Then Work in Faith.—Patiently, lovingly, as faithful stewards of
the manifold grace of Christ, parents are to do their appointed work. It
is expected of them that they will be found faithful. Everything is to
be done in faith. Constantly they must pray that God will impart His
grace to their children. Never must they become weary, impatient, or
fretful in their work. They must cling closely to their children and to
God. If parents work in patience and love, earnestly endeavoring to
help their children to reach the highest standard of purity and modesty,
they will succeed
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The Review and Herald, July 10, 1888
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Manuscript 67, 1901
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The Review and Herald, August 30, 1881
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Manuscript 138, 1898
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