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The Beginning of the End
that he was set apart for the work of the sanctuary. Even though
he was very young when he had been brought to minister in the
tabernacle, Samuel had duties to perform, according to what he was
able to do. These were not always pleasant, but he performed them
with a willing heart. He regarded himself as God’s servant and his
work as God’s work. His efforts were accepted because they sprang
from love to God and a sincere desire to do His will. Thus Samuel
became a co-worker with the Lord of heaven and earth.
Integrity in Little Things
To perform every duty as something done for the Lord throws
a charm around the humblest work, and links the workers on earth
with the holy beings who do God’s will in heaven. Integrity in little
things, doing little acts of faithfulness and little deeds of kindness,
will gladden the path of life. And when our work on earth is over,
we will find that every one of the little duties faithfully performed
has exerted an influence for good that can never perish.
The youth of our time may become as precious in the sight
of God as Samuel was. By faithfully preserving their Christian
principles they may exert a strong influence to make the world better.
God has a work for every one of them. Never did anyone achieve
greater results for God and humanity than people may achieve today
if they will be faithful to their God-given trust.
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