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Reporting
Let those who gain such an experience in working for the Lord
write an account of it for our papers, that others may be encouraged.
Let the canvasser tell of the joy and blessing he has received in his
ministry as an evangelist. These reports should find a place in our
papers, for they are far-reaching in their influence. They will be as
sweet fragrance in the church, a savor of life unto life. Thus it is seen
that God works with those who co-operate with Him.
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Example in Health Reform
In your association with unbelievers do not allow yourselves to be
swerved from right principles. If you sit at their table, eat temperately
and only of food that will not confuse the mind. Keep clear of intem-
perance. You cannot afford to weaken your mental or physical powers,
lest you become unable to discern spiritual things. Keep your mind in
such a condition that God can impress it with the precious truths of
His word.
Thus you will have an influence upon others. Many try to correct
the lives of others by attacking what they regard as wrong habits. They
go to those whom they think in error, and point out defects, but do not
put forth earnest, tactful effort in directing the mind to true principles.
Such a course often fails of securing the desired results. In trying
to correct others we too often arouse their combativeness, and thus
do more harm than good. Do not watch others in order to point out
their faults or errors. Teach by example. Let your self-denial and your
victory over appetite be an illustration of obedience to right principles.
Let your life bear witness to the sanctifying, ennobling influence of
truth.
Gift of Speech
Of all the gifts that God has bestowed upon men, none is more
precious than the gift of speech. If sanctified by the Holy Spirit, it is a
power for good. It is with the tongue that we convince and persuade;
with it we offer prayer and praise to God, and with it we convey rich
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thoughts of the Redeemer’s love. By a right use of the gift of speech
the canvasser can sow the precious seeds of truth in many hearts.