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humility and love to present to all the truth as it is in Jesus. Let men
see piety and devotion, let them behold Christlikeness of character,
and they will be drawn to the truth. He who loves God supremely and
his neighbor as himself will be a light in the world. Those who have
a knowledge of the truth are to communicate the same. They are to
lift up Jesus, the world’s Redeemer; they are to hold forth the word of
life....
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We are in nowise to be deterred from fulfilling our commission by
the listlessness, the dullness, the lack of spiritual perception, in those
upon whom the word of God is brought to bear. We are to preach the
word of life to those whom we may judge to be as hopeless subjects
as though they were in their graves. Though they may seem to be
unwilling to hear or to receive the light of truth, without questioning
or wavering we are to do our part.—
The Review and Herald, January
17, 1893
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Literature Evangelists Not Necessarily Preachers—Canvassers
are needed to take up the work of carrying these silent messengers of
truth to the people—canvassers who feel a burden for souls, and who
can speak words in season to those who are seeking for light. Some
may say, “I am not a minister; I cannot preach to the people.” You
may not be able to preach, but you can be an evangelist, ministering to
the needs of those with whom you come in contact; you can be God’s
helping hand, working as the disciples worked; you can ask those you
meet if they love the Lord Jesus.—
Christian Service, 147
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How to Minister to Other Churches—People cannot be ex-
pected to see at once the advantage of the truth over the error they have
cherished. The best way to expose the fallacy of error is to present
truth. This is the greatest rebuke that can be given to error. Dispel the
cloud of darkness resting on minds by reflecting the bright light of the
Sun of righteousness.
You may have opportunity to speak in other churches. In improv-
ing these opportunities, remember the words of the Saviour, “Be ye
therefore wise as serpents, and harmless as doves.” Make no denun-
ciatory speeches. Clear-cut messages are to be borne; but restrain all
harsh expressions. There are many souls to be saved. In word and deed
be wise unto salvation, representing Christ to all with whom you come
in contact. Let all see that your feet are shod with the preparation of
the gospel of peace and good will to men. Wonderful are the results