Chapter 10—Methods
House to House
Of equal importance with special public efforts is house-to-house
work in the homes of the people. In large cities there are certain
classes that cannot be reached by public meetings. These must be
searched out as the shepherd searches for his lost sheep. Diligent,
personal effort must be put forth in their behalf. When personal work
is neglected, many precious opportunities are lost, which, were they
improved, would advance the work decidedly.—
Testimonies for the
Church 9:111
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Deeds as well as words of sympathy are needed. Christ prefaced
the giving of His message by deeds of love and benevolence. Let these
workers go from house to house, helping where help is needed, and,
as opportunity offers, telling the story of the cross. Christ is to be their
text. They need not dwell upon doctrinal subjects; let them speak of
the work and sacrifice of Christ. Let them hold up His righteousness,
in their lives revealing His purity.—
Testimonies for the Church 7:228
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God is no respecter of persons. He will use humble, devoted
Christians, even if they have not received so thorough an education
as some others. Let such ones engage in service for Him by doing
house-to-house work. Sitting by the fireside, they can—if humble,
discreet, and godly—do more to meet the real needs of families than
could an ordained minister.—
Testimonies for the Church 7:21
.
Among the members of our churches there should be more house-
to-house labor, in giving Bible readings and distributing literature.—
Testimonies for the Church 9:127
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Those who engage in house-to-house labor will find opportunities
for ministry in many lines. They should pray for the sick, and should
do all in their power to relieve them from suffering. They should work
among the lowly, the poor, and the oppressed. We should pray for
and with the helpless ones who have not strength of will to control
the appetites that passion has degraded. Earnest, persevering effort
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