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dove, we might obtain advantage from them, for God would move
upon their minds to do many things in behalf of His people. If proper
persons would set before those who have means and influence, the
needs of the work of God in a proper light, these men might do much
to advance the cause of God in our world. We have put away from
us privileges and advantages that we might have had the benefit of,
because we chose to stand independent of the world. But we need
not sacrifice one principle of truth while taking advantage of every
opportunity to advance the cause of God.—
Testimonies to Ministers
and Gospel Workers, 197, 198
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