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Testimony Treasures, Volume 1 - Ellen G. White

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action. The love of influence and the desire for the esteem of others may<br />

produce a well-ordered life and frequently a blameless conversation. Selfrespect<br />

may lead us to avoid the appearance of evil. A selfish heart may<br />

perform generous actions, acknowledge the present truth, and express<br />

humility and affection in an outward manner, yet the motives may be<br />

deceptive and impure; the actions that flow from such a heart may be<br />

destitute of the savor of life and the fruits of true holiness, being destitute of<br />

the principles of pure love. Love should be cherished and cultivated, for its<br />

influence is divine.<br />

Heaven is to begin on this earth. When the Lord's people are filled with<br />

meekness and tenderness, they will realize that His banner over them is love,<br />

and His fruit will be sweet to their taste. They will make a heaven below in<br />

which to prepare for heaven above.<br />

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