Recognizing Opportunities
THERE are times of opportunity both for individuals and for movements. God's providence opens the way, and brings together a combination of circumstances that make it possible to accomplish results at special times which are practically impossible at other times. Such opportunities often constitute turning-points in the history of an individual or of a great work. Under the counsel and guidance of God's Spirit, his workmen will recognize such significant opportunities, and will make the most of them by concentrating means and energies upon strategic places in order to win a sweeping victory for the Lord's truth. The rule of three can not always be followed in the distribution of our forces, and it sometimes happens that a victory in one particular place means a victorious advance throughout the whole field. The discernment which perceives such a situation as this is the necessary qualification for leadership in this time when so much is at stake, and we must expect that our Leader, who makes no mistakes, will have new plans and methods for us in this the climax of the conflict. Fellowship with God, harmony with his Spirit, and unity among the brethren will open the way for successful planning and victorious campaigning throughout the whole field today. Let us recognize and use our opportunities.