Tool for Evangelism
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Means of Exalting Sacred Themes—He who teaches the Word
of God should cultivate his powers of speech, that the sacred themes
upon which he dwells may be presented in the very best manner, that
the precious golden oil may cause his lamp to reflect clear and distinct
rays. The truth should lose none of its power and attractive loveliness
because of the channel through which it is communicated. We should
seek to cultivate the purest, highest, noblest qualifications, that we
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may rightly represent the sacred, holy character of the work and cause
of God.—
The Review and Herald, April 20, 1897
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The Advancement of His Glory—Your speech is a talent, given
you by God, not for your amusement, but for God’s service, to be used
for the advancement of His glory by being rightly employed.—Lt 89,
1897.
A Power in the Winning of Souls—There is great pathos and
music in the human voice, and if the learner will make determined
efforts, he will acquire habits of talking and singing that will be to him
a power to win souls to Christ.—
Evangelism, 504
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Privilege of Speech—Christians are to be Christlike in their
earnest desire to save souls. They should regard it as the highest
honor to be enlisted in Christ’s army. They should thank God for the
privilege of using the talent of speech to win souls to Christ. They
should look upon no privilege as more precious than that of imparting
to others the knowledge they have received.—
The Review and Herald,
December 24, 1901
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Salvation for Your Neighbors—Church members, let the light
shine forth. Let your voices be heard in humble prayer, in witness
against intemperance, the folly and the amusements of this world,
and in the proclamation of the truth for this time. Your voice, your
influence, your time—all these are gifts from God and are to be used
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in winning souls to Christ.
Visit your neighbors and show an interest in the salvation of their
souls. Arouse every spiritual energy to action. Tell those whom you
visit that the end of all things is at hand. The Lord Jesus Christ will
open the door of their hearts and will make upon their minds lasting
impressions.... Your warm, fervent words will convince them that
you have found the Pearl of great price. Let your cheerful, encour-
aging words show that you have certainly found the higher way.—
Testimonies for the Church 9:38
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