Chapter 59—Responsibility for Soul Winning
Upon the youth there rest grave responsibilities. God expects
much from the young men who live in this generation of increased
light and knowledge. He desires to use them in dispelling the error
and superstition that cloud the minds of many. They are to discipline
themselves by gathering up every jot and tittle of knowledge and
experience. God holds them responsible for the opportunities given
them. The work before them is waiting for their earnest efforts, that it
may be carried forward from point to point as the time demands.
If the youth will consecrate mind and heart to the Lord’s service,
they may reach a high standard of efficiency and usefulness. This is
the standard that the Lord expects the youth to attain. To do less than
this is to refuse to make the most of God-given opportunities. This
will be looked upon as treason against God,—a failure to work for the
good of humanity.
What are you doing, dear youth, to make known to others how
important it is to take the word of God for a guide, to keep the com-
mandments of Jehovah? Are you by precept and example declaring
that it is only by obedience to the word of God that men can be saved.
If you will do what you can, you will be a blessing to others. As you
labor according to the best of your ability, ways and opportunities will
open before you to do more.—
The Youth’s Instructor, January 1, 1907
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