Spalding and Magan's Unpublished Manuscript Testimonies - Ellen G. White

We know that all are interested in the success
of this enterprise. Let those who have spare time,
give a few days in helping to build this
schoolhouse. Not enough money has been
subscribed yet to pay merely for the necessary
material. We are glad for what has been given, and
we now ask every one to take hold of this matter
interestedly, so that we shall soon have a place
where our children can study the Bible, which is
the foundations of all true education. The fear of
the Lord - the very first lesson to be taught - is the
beginning of wisdom.
There is no reason why this matter should drag.
Let every one take hold to help, persevering with
unflagging interest until the building is completed.
Let every one do something. Some may have to get
up as early as four o'clock in the morning, in order
to help. Usually I begin my work before that time.
As soon as it is daylight, some could begin work on
the building, putting in an hour or two before
breakfast. Others could not do this, perhaps, but all
can do something to show their interest in making
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