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Christian Service
We have no time to lose. The end is near. The passage from
place to place to spread the truth will soon be hedged with dangers on
the right hand and on the left. Everything will be placed to obstruct
the way of the Lord’s messengers, so that they will not be able to
do that which it is possible for them to do now. We must look our
work fairly in the face, and advance as fast as possible in aggressive
warfare. From the light given me of God I know that the powers of
darkness are working with intense energy from beneath, and with
stealthy tread Satan is advancing to take those who are now asleep, as
a wolf taking his prey. We have warnings now which we may give, a
work now which we may do; but soon it will be more difficult than
we can imagine. God help us to keep in the channel of light, to work
with our eyes fastened on Jesus our leader, and patiently, perseveringly
press on to gain the victory.—
Testimonies for the Church 6:22
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There is danger in delay. That soul whom you might have found,
that soul to whom you might have opened the Scriptures, passes be-
yond your reach. Satan has prepared some net for his feet, and tomor-
row he may be working out the plans of the archenemy of God. Why
delay one day? Why not go to work at once?—
Testimonies for the
Church 6:443
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Vigilance and fidelity have been required of Christ’s followers
in every age; but now that we are standing upon the very verge of
the eternal world, holding the truths we do, having so great light, so
important a work, we must double our diligence. Every one is to do
to the very utmost of his ability. My brother, you endanger your own
salvation if you hold back now. God will call you to account if you
fail in the work He has assigned you.—
Testimonies for the Church
5:460, 461
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Important Questions
Eternity stretches before us. The curtain is about to be lifted. What
are we thinking of, that we cling to our selfish love of ease, while all
around us souls are perishing?
Have our hearts become utterly callous?
Can we not see and understand that we have a work to do in behalf
of others?