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

means to do so. When the Lord calls for his means,
it is frequently in the hands of those to whom he
has lent it, some of whom never design to pay, and
others feel no anxiety in the matter. Satan will
accomplish his purpose as thoroughly through
dishonest borrowers as in any other way. All that
the adversary of truth and righteousness is working
for is to prevent the advancement of our
Redeemer's kingdom. He works through agents to
carry out his purposes. If he can prevent means
from going into the treasury of God he is
successful in one branch of his work. That means
which should have been used to aid in the great
plan of saving souls he has retained in his ranks to
aid him in his work.
Brother L should have his business all straight
and not left at loose ends. It is his privilege to be
rich in good works, and to lay up for himself a
good foundation against the time to come, that he
may lay hold on eternal life. It is not safe for him to
follow his failing judgment. He should counsel
with experienced brethren, and seek wisdom of
God, that he may do up his work well. He should
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