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Regularity and Dispatch—God has no use for lazy men in His
cause; He wants thoughtful, kind, affectionate, earnest workers....
Persons who have not acquired habits of close industry and economy of
time should have set rules to prompt them to regularity and dispatch.—
Testimonies for the Church 4:411
(1880).
Rise Early, Work Industriously—The work of the colporteur is
elevating and will prove a success if he is honest, earnest, and patient,
steadily pursuing the work he has undertaken. His heart must be in the
work. He must rise early and work industriously, putting to proper use
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the faculties God has given him. Difficulties must be met. If confronted
with unceasing perseverance, they will be overcome. The worker may
continually be forming a symmetrical character. Great characters are
formed by little acts and efforts.—
Manual for Canvassers, 18
(1902).
Faithful to Duty—Those who have entered the canvassing field
are in danger of not feeling the necessity of being particular in their
work. They are in danger of becoming content with superficial attain-
ments, of being careless in their manners and lazy in mind. There
should be faithful discharge of duty in the canvassing field, for it is
important and sacred.—
The Review and Herald, May 20, 1890
.
Exact and Diligent—Remember that in whatever position you
may serve, you are revealing motive, developing character. What-
ever your work, do it with exactness, with diligence; overcome the
inclination to seek an easy task.—
The Ministry of Healing, 499
(1905).
When we labor diligently for the salvation of our fellow men, God
will prosper our every effort.—
Testimonies for the Church 9:86
(1909).
When the canvasser enters upon his work, he should not allow
himself to be diverted, but should intelligently keep to the point with
all diligence. And yet, while he is doing his canvassing, he should not
be heedless of opportunities to help souls who are seeking for light
and who need the consolation of the Scriptures. If the canvasser walks
with God, if he prays for heavenly wisdom that he may do good and
only good in his labor, he will be quick to discern his opportunities
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and the needs of the souls with whom he comes in contact. He will
make the most of every opportunity for drawing souls to Christ. In
the spirit of Christ he will be ready to speak a word to him that is
weary.—
Testimonies for the Church 6:339
(1900).
Report Encouraging Experience—Let those who gain such an
experience in working for the Lord write an account of it for our papers,