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

salvation of souls is of greater consequence than
the whole world. One soul saved, to live
throughout the ages of eternity, to praise God and
the Lamb, is of more value than millions in money.
Wealth sinks into insignificance when compared
with the worth of souls for whom Christ died. You
are a cautious man and will not move rashly.
Sacrifice for the truth, and become rich toward
God. May the Lord help you to move as fast as you
should and place the right estimate upon eternal
things.
Your children need a deeper work of grace in
their hearts. They need to encourage sobriety and
solidity of character. If consecrated to God, they
can do good and exert an influence which will be
saving upon their companions.
Let not the poor feel that there is nothing that
they can do, because they have not the wealth of
their brethren. They can sacrifice in many ways.
They can deny self. They can live devoted lives,
and in their words and acts they can honor their
Redeemer. The sisters especially can exert a strong
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