Importance of the Work
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Praying with People
There are many, who, because of prejudice, will never know the
truth unless it is brought to their homes. The canvasser may find
these souls and minister to them. There is a line of work in house-to-
house labor which he can accomplish more successfully than others.
He can become acquainted with the people and understand their true
necessities; he can pray with them and can point them to the Lamb
of God that taketh away the sin of the world. Thus the way will be
opened for the special message for this time to find access to their
hearts.
Angels Give Words
Much responsibility rests upon the canvasser. He should go to his
work prepared to explain the Scriptures. If he puts his trust in the Lord
as he travels from place to place, angels of God will be round about
him, giving him words to speak that will bring light and hope and
courage to many souls.
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The Work of God
Let the canvasser remember that he has an opportunity to sow
beside all waters. Let him remember, as he sells the books which
give a knowledge of the truth, that he is doing the work of God and
that every talent is to be used to the glory of His name. God will be
with everyone who seeks to understand the truth that he may set it
before others in clear lines. God has spoken plainly and clearly. “The
Spirit and the bride say, Come. And let him that heareth say, Come.”
Revelation 22:17
. We are to make no delay in giving instruction to
those who need it, that they may be brought to a knowledge of the
truth as it is in Jesus.
One Hundred Where There is One
The lost sheep of God’s fold are scattered in every place, and the
work that should be done for them is being neglected. From the light
given me I know that where there is one canvasser in the field, there
should be one hundred. Canvassers should be encouraged to take hold