Selected Messages, Volume 3 - Ellen G. White

accurately, and the decisions will be based on the
evidence adduced.
One man becomes ruler of ten cities, another of
five, another of two, each man receiving exactly in
proportion to the improvement he has made on the
talents entrusted to his keeping. Our efforts in
works of righteousness, in our own behalf and for
the salvation of souls, will have a decided influence
on our recompense.—The Review and Herald, Oct.
25, 1881.
Ellen White’s Only Hope in Christ—1881.—
In my recent bereavement, I have had a near view
of eternity. I have, as it were, been brought before
the great white throne, and have seen my life as it
will there appear. I can find nothing of which to
boast, no merit that I can plead.
“Unworthy, unworthy of the least of Thy
favors, O my God,” is my cry. My only hope is in a
crucified and risen Saviour. I claim the merits of
the blood of Christ. Jesus will save to the uttermost
all who put their trust in Him.—The Review and
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