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Chapter 15—To God’s Workmen
[The articles in this section are from Special Testimonies, Series A
10:25-33 (1897-1898).]
A Reproof for Selfishness
Cooranbong, Australia,
February 6, 1896
To My Brethren in America:
The great office work of the Holy Spirit is thus distinctly spec-
ified by our Saviour: “And when He is come, He will reprove the
world of sin.” Christ knew that this announcement was a wonderful
trust. He was nearing the close of His ministry upon this earth and
was standing in view of the cross, with a full realization of the load
of guilt that must be placed upon Him as the Sin Bearer. Yet His
greatest anxiety was for His disciples. He was seeking to find solace
for them, and He told them, “Nevertheless I tell you the truth; It is
expedient for you that I go away: for if I go not away, the Comforter
will not come unto you; but if I depart, I will send Him unto you.”
Evil had been accumulating for centuries and could only be
restrained and resisted by the mighty power of the Holy Spirit, the
Third Person of the Godhead, who would come with no modified
energy, but in the fullness of divine power. Another spirit must
be met; for the essence of evil was working in all ways, and the
submission of man to this satanic captivity was amazing.
Selfishness Beclouds Judgment
Today, as in Christ’s day, Satan rules the minds of many. Oh, that
his terrible, fearful work could be discerned and resisted! Selfishness
has perverted principles, selfishness has confused the senses and
clouded the judgment. It seems so strange that notwithstanding all
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the light that is shining from God’s blessed word, there should be
such strange ideas held, such a departure from the spirit and practice
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