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delicate skill the lilies of the field. And as God is perfect in His
sphere, so we are to be perfect in ours. The symmetrical structure of a
strong, beautiful character is built up by individual acts of duty. And
faithfulness should characterize our life in the least as well as in the
greatest of its details. Integrity in little things, the performance of little
acts of fidelity and little deeds of kindness, will gladden the path of
life; and when our work on earth is ended, it will be found that every
one of the little duties faithfully performed has exerted an influence
for good—an influence that can never perish.
The youth of our time may become as precious in the sight of God
as was Samuel. By faithfully maintaining their Christian integrity,
they may exert a strong influence in the work of reform. Such men
are needed at this time. God has a work for every one of them. Never
did men achieve greater results for God and humanity than may be
achieved in this our day by those who will be faithful to their God-
given trust.
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