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emergencies to which our human resources are unequal. He gives the
Holy Spirit to help in every strait, to strengthen our hope and assurance,
to illuminate our minds and purify our hearts.—
Testimonies for the
Church 8:19
(1904).
The humble, efficient worker who obediently responds to the call
of God may be sure of receiving divine assistance. To feel so great
and holy a responsibility is of itself elevating to the character. It calls
into action the highest mental qualities, and their continued exercise
strengthens and purifies mind and heart. The influence upon one’s own
life, as well as upon the life of others, is incalculable.—
Testimonies
for the Church 6:340
(1900).
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Holy Spirit Transforms the Life—When the Spirit of God takes
possession of the heart, it transforms the life. Sinful thoughts are put
away, evil deeds are renounced; love, humility, and peace take the
place of anger, envy, and strife. Joy takes the place of sadness, and
the countenance reflects the light of heaven.—
The Desire of Ages,
173
(1898).
The Secret of Success—Joshua had received the promise that God
would surely overthrow these enemies of Israel, yet he put forth as
earnest effort as though success depended upon the armies of Israel
alone. He did all that human energy could do, and then he cried in
faith for divine aid. The secret of success is the union of divine power
with human effort. Those who achieve the greatest results are those
who rely most implicitly upon the Almighty Arm.—
Patriarchs and
Prophets, 509
(1890).
Take Hold of Power—Let canvassing evangelists give themselves
up to be worked by the Holy Spirit. Let them by persevering prayer
take hold of the power which comes from God, trusting in Him in
living faith. His great and effectual influence will be with every true,
faithful worker.
As God blesses the minister and the evangelist in their earnest
efforts to place the truth before the people, so He will bless the faithful
canvasser.—
Testimonies for the Church 6:340
(1900).
Let young and old consecrate themselves to God, take up the work,
and go forward, laboring in humility under the control of the Holy
Spirit.—
Testimonies for the Church 6:331
(1900).
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