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Realize every moment that you must have the presence of the
Holy Spirit; for it can do a work that you cannot do of yourself.—
Testimonies to Ministers and Gospel Workers, 310
(1923).
Become His Instrumentality—Our books should be handled by
consecrated workers, whom the Holy Spirit can use as His instru-
mentalities. Christ is our sufficiency, and we are to present the truth
in humble simplicity, letting it bear its own savor of life unto life.—
Testimonies for the Church 6:319
(1900).
Holy Spirit Gives Words—Hearts cannot fail to be touched by
the story of the atonement. As you learn the meekness and lowliness
of Christ, you will know what you should say to the people; for the
Holy Spirit will tell you what words to speak. Those who realize the
necessity of keeping the heart under the control of the Holy Spirit will
be enabled to sow seed that will spring up unto eternal life. This is
the work of the evangelistic canvasser.—
Testimonies for the Church
6:325
(1900).
He Impresses Hearts—The Lord Jesus standing by the side of
the canvasser, walking with them, is the chief worker. If we recognize
Christ as the One who is with us to prepare the way, the Holy Spirit
by our side will make impressions in just the lines needed.—
Manual
for Canvassers, 40
(1902).
He Gives Success—We can enlighten the people only through the
power of God. The canvassers must keep their own souls in living
connection with God. They should labor praying that God will open
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the way, and prepare hearts to receive the message He sends them. It is
not the ability of the agent or worker, but it is the Spirit of God moving
upon the heart that will give true success.—
Manuscript 31, 1890
.
Near to Help in Time of Need—To all who are reaching out to
feel the guiding hand of God, the moment of greatest discouragement
is the time when divine help is nearest. They will look back with
thankfulness upon the darkest part of their way.... From every temp-
tation and every trial He will bring them forth with firmer faith and a
richer experience.—
The Desire of Ages, 528
(1898).
“All Power” Available—Those in the darkness of error are the
purchase of the blood of Christ. They are the fruit of His suffering,
and they are to be labored for. Let our canvassers know that it is for the
advancement of Christ’s kingdom that they are laboring. He will teach
them as they go forth to their God-appointed work, to warn the world