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world. His interests are their interests. If they will be colaborers with
Him, they will be made heirs of God and joint heirs with Christ to an
immortal inheritance.—
The Review and Herald, June 2, 1903
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Speak Words of Truth—The canvassing work is a work of great
responsibility, and it means much not only to those who are engaged in
it, but to the people for whom they labor. Let the canvasser remember
that his work is evangelistic in its nature, and that God wants those
whom he meets to be saved. Let him keep his heart under the influence
of the Holy Spirit. Let him keep the Bible near him for reference, and
when an opportunity presents itself to speak words of truth, let him
pray for grace to speak wisely, that to those to whom he speaks his
words may be a savor of life unto life.—
The Review and Herald, June
16, 1903
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To Hunt and Fish for Souls—Canvasser evangelists are needed,
to hunt and fish for souls. The canvassing work should now be earnestly
and decidedly taken up. The canvasser whose heart is meek and lowly
can accomplish much good. Going out two and two, canvassers can
reach a class that cannot be reached by our camp meetings. From
family to family they carry the message of truth. Thus they come into
close touch with the people, and find many opportunities to speak of
the Saviour. Let them sing and pray with those who become interested
in the truths they have to give. Let them speak to families the words of
Christ. They may expect success; for theirs is the promise, “Lo, I am
with you alway, even unto the end of the world.” Canvassers who go
forth in the spirit of the Master have the companionship of heavenly
beings.
I beg those bearing responsibilities in God’s cause to let no com-
mercial enterprises interpose between them and the work of soul sav-
ing. Let no business be allowed to absorb the time and talents of
workers who ought to be engaged in preparing a people for the coming
of the Lord. The truth is to go forth as a lamp that burneth. Time
is short; the enemy will make every effort to magnify in our minds
matters of lesser consequence, and to lead us to regard lightly the very
work that most needs to be done.—
The Review and Herald, June 2,
1903
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Reach All Classes—In order to reach all classes, we must meet
them where they are. They will seldom seek us of their own accord.
Not alone from the pulpit are the hearts of men touched by divine