p. 20 | A Church, the Result by Jas. Cochran

Review and Herald Publishing Association · Washington, D. C. · May 11, 1905

A Church, the Result

By Jas. Cochran

“THERE are many who, because of prejudice, will never know the truth unless it is brought to their homes. The canvasser may find these souls, and minister to them. There is a line of work in house-to-house labor which he can accomplish more successfully than others. He can become acquainted with the people and understand their true necessities; he can pray with them, and can point them to the Lamb of God, that taketh away the sin of the world. Thus the way will be opened for the special message for this time to find access to their hearts.”

A number of instances, a few of which are most remarkable, have come to our notice recently which demonstrate the truthfulness of the statement just quoted from the Testimonies. About a year ago one of our faithful canvassers entered the field and placed a copy of “Great Controversy” in almost every home in the community in which he worked. The Lord especially impressed the great truths found in this book on the hearts of the readers. At the request of the people interested, the president of the conference visited the community recently, and organized a Sabbath-school of twenty-five members. A minister has now been sent to give further instructions preparatory to church organization. The faithful canvasser is rejoicing to-day over the results of his first year’s work. In writing to us a few days ago, he said, “The book work will be my life-work.” This instance is quite remarkable, and certainly should serve as an incentive for others to enter this good work.

JAS. COCHRAN.