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they may rise to almost any degree of eminence as Christians, as men
of power and influence.—
Testimonies for the Church 4:411
.
Only let the moments be treasured.... The time spent in traveling;
... the moments of waiting for meals, waiting for those who are tardy
in keeping an appointment,—if a book were kept at hand, and these
fragments of time were improved in study, reading, or careful thought,
what might not be accomplished!—
Christ’s Object Lessons, 343, 344
.
A resolute purpose, persistent industry, and careful economy of
time, will enable men to acquire knowledge and mental discipline
which will qualify them for almost any position of influence and
usefulness.—
Christ’s Object Lessons, 334
.
Men in responsible positions should improve continually. They
must not anchor upon an old experience, and feel that it is not necessary
to become scientific workers. Man, although the most helpless of
God’s creatures when he comes into the world, and the most perverse
in his nature, is nevertheless capable of constant advancement. He may
be enlightened by science, ennobled by virtue, and may progress in
mental and moral dignity, until he reaches a perfection of intelligence
and a purity of character but little lower than the perfection and purity
of angels.—
Testimonies for the Church 4:93
.
Those who would be workers together with God must strive for
perfection of every organ of the body and quality of the mind. True
education is the preparation of the physical, mental, and moral powers
for the performance of every duty; it is the training of body, mind, and
soul for divine service. This is the education that will endure unto
eternal life.—
Christ’s Object Lessons, 330
.
Mechanics, lawyers, merchants, men of all trades and professions,
educate themselves that they may become masters of their business.
Should the followers of Christ be less intelligent, and while profess-
edly engaged in His service, be ignorant of the ways and means to be
employed? The enterprise of gaining everlasting life is above every
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earthly consideration. In order to lead souls to Jesus there must be a
knowledge of human nature and a study of the human mind. Much
careful thought and fervent prayer are required to know how to ap-
proach men and women upon the great subject of truth.—
Testimonies
for the Church 4:67
.