Testimonies for the Church, Volume 9 - Ellen G. White

highways and hedges, and compel them to come in,
that My house may be filled." (Luke 14:23)
The precious light was communicated from
neighbor to neighbor. Family altars which had been
broken down were again erected, and many were
converted.
My brethren and sisters, give yourselves to the
Lord for service. Allow no opportunity to pass
unimproved. Visit the sick and suffering, and show
a kindly interest in them. If possible, do something
to make them more comfortable. Through this
means you can reach their hearts and speak a word
for Christ.
Eternity alone will reveal how far-reaching
such a line of labor can be. Other lines of
usefulness will open before those who are willing
to do the duty nearest them. It is not learned,
eloquent speakers that are needed now, but humble,
Christlike men and women, who have learned from
Jesus of Nazareth to be meek and lowly, and who,
trusting in His strength, will go forth into the
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