Signs of the Times, Book 1 - Ellen G. White

power and overruling providence in all his dealings with man, and in all his
created works.
Unseen by human eyes, God's power is constantly exercised for our
good. When scientists seek to separate the works of nature from the
immediate and constant manifestation of divine power, they are at sea
without a compass. Every soul who cherishes the light which God has given
will recognize him foremost in all his interest and in all his business.
Skeptics may multiply doubts, scoffers may rail; but the true Christian
calmly reposes in God, being assured that he is, and that he is a rewarder of
all who diligently seek him.
Every one who seeks to follow the path of duty will at times be assailed
by doubt and unbelief. The way will sometimes be so barred by obstacles,
apparently insurmountable, as to dishearten those who will yield to
discouragement; but God is saying to such, Go forward. Do your duty at any
cost to yourselves. The sea of trouble which threatens to overwhelm you will
open as you advance, revealing a safe path for your feet. The trials and
difficulties which seem so formidable, which fill your soul with dread, will
vanish as you move boldly forward in the path of obedience, humbly trusting
in God.
There are daily, important duties for every soul; not one is excused. The
present duty must be done now; for the time is short, and opportunities once
lost will never return. There is danger in one moment of hesitancy in face of
difficulties. God will be a light to the meek, the humble, the thankful and
obedient; but he is a cloud of darkness to the selfish, the proud, the
impatient, and the murmuring ones. Sooner or later, light will shine forth
upon the pathway of those who hold themselves ready to go when and where
Christ leads the way.
Every step in life should be that of faith, of love of consecration! We
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