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will repeat the promise, “I will make a man more precious than fine
gold; even a man than the golden wedge of Ophir.” All heaven rejoices
when weak, faulty human beings give themselves to Jesus, to live His
life.—
The Review and Herald, October 1, 1908
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Joy Through Repentance
The conditions of salvation for man are ordained of God. Self-
abasement and cross-bearing are the provisions made for the repenting
sinner to find comfort and peace. The thought that Jesus submitted
to humiliation and sacrifice that man will never be called to endure,
should hush every murmuring voice. The sweetest joy comes to man
through his sincere repentance toward God because of the transgression
of His law, and faith in Jesus Christ as the sinner’s Redeemer and
Advocate.—
The Signs of the Times, March 4, 1880
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