To the Glory of God
We are commanded, whether we eat or drink or whatever we do,
to do all to the glory of God. How many have conscientiously moved
from principle rather than impulse, and obeyed this command to the
letter? How many of the youthful disciples in-----have made God
their trust and portion, and have earnestly sought to know and do His
will? There are many who are servants of Christ in name, but who
are not so in deed. Where religious principle governs, the danger of
committing great errors is small; for selfishness, which always blinds
and deceives, is subordinate. The sincere desire to do others good so
predominates that self is forgotten. To have firm religious principles
is an inestimable treasure. It is the purest, highest, and most elevated
influence mortals can possess. Such have an anchor. Every act is well
considered, lest its effect be injurious to another and lead away from
Christ.—
Testimonies for the Church 2:129
(1868).
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