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Spalding and Magan's Unpublished Manuscript Testimonies - Ellen G. White

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should be worked for earnestly, in season <strong>and</strong> out<br />

of season. Satan is putting forth decided efforts to<br />

lead souls astray, <strong>and</strong> our brethren of influence<br />

everywhere must work with untiring earnestness to<br />

save souls.<br />

I greatly desire that every move that is made<br />

shall be in accordance with Christ's prayer recorded<br />

in the seventeenth chapter of John. We must not<br />

pull apart; for this is not pleasing to God.<br />

I was instructed to say to Brethren Magan <strong>and</strong><br />

Sutherl<strong>and</strong>, Do not lose your hold on God. The<br />

Lord has witnessed to the good work done by you<br />

at Berrien Springs, because you tried to follow out<br />

the instruction given you. The st<strong>and</strong> you took in<br />

Carroll House, Takoma Park, was witnessed by the<br />

angels of God. Your confessions covered the things<br />

that were brought to your mind, <strong>and</strong> the Lord<br />

blessed you. Since that time I have had increased<br />

confidence in you, <strong>and</strong> I want to say to you, "My<br />

brethren, do not fail or be discouraged. I have<br />

confidence in you both, <strong>and</strong> I feel sure that the<br />

Lord will bless your efforts."<br />

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