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instruction much suffering, and also much of the money spent in paying
doctors’ bills, will be saved. Tell them that in these books there is
advice which they cannot possibly obtain from their physician during
the short visits he makes.
Teaching by Example
In his association with those whom he meets, the canvasser can
do much to show the value of healthful living. Instead of staying at
a hotel, he should, if possible, obtain lodging with a private family.
As he sits at the table with the family, let him practice the instruction
given in the health works he is selling, holding up the banner of strict
temperance. As opportunity is offered, let him speak of the value of a
healthful diet. He should never be ashamed to say, “No, thank you; I
do not eat meat.” If tea is offered, let him refuse it, explaining that it
is harmful, that though for a time stimulating, the stimulating effect
passes off, and a corresponding depression is left. Let him explain the
injurious effect of intoxicating drinks, and of tobacco, tea, and coffee,
on the digestive organs and the brain.
Ministering to the Sick
As the canvasser goes from place to place, he will find many
who are sick. He should have a practical knowledge of the causes of
disease and should understand how to give simple treatments, that he
may relieve the suffering ones. More than this, he should pray in faith
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and simplicity for the sick, pointing them to the Great Physician. As
he thus walks and works with God, ministering angels are beside him,
giving him access to hearts. What a wide field for missionary effort
lies before the faithful, consecrated canvasser; what a blessing will be
his in the diligent performance of his work.
A Sacred and Important Work
Young men, young women, you are called by the Master to take
up His work. His requirements are too sacred to be tampered with. In
the name of the Lord I ask you to conquer every unlawful appetite and
passion and to purify your souls by a belief in the truth. Overcome