Testimonies for the Church, Volume 2 - Ellen G. White

mind that their work is to do all in their power,
with their influence and their means, to save souls
for whom Christ died, there would be more
unselfish effort, and unbelievers would be stirred;
they would be convinced that there is a reality in
the truth thus presented and thus backed up by
example.
Brother and Sister L should have confidence in
the work for these last days and should be
perfecting Christian character, that they may
receive the eternal reward when Jesus comes.
Brother L is failing in physical and mental vigor.
He is becoming incapable of bearing much
responsibility. He should counsel with his brethren
who are discreet and faithful.
Brother L is a steward of God. He has been
entrusted with means and should be awake to his
duty and render to God the things that are God's.
He should not fail to understand the claims that
God has upon him. While he lives, and has his
reasoning powers, he should improve the
opportunity of appropriating the property that God
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