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The Test of Christian Character

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Pacific Seventh-day Adventist Publishing Association · Oakland, California · Jan 11, 1877

FromSigns of the Times, Vol. 3, No. 3.

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The Test of Christian Character

“Ye are,” says Christ, “my friends, if ye do whatsoever I command you. This is the condition imposed, this is the test that proves men’s characters. Feelings are often deceiving, emotions are no sure safe-guard, for they are variable and subject to external circumstances. Many are deluded by relying on sensational impressions. What are you doing for Christ, that is the question? What sacrifices are you making? What victories are you gaining? A selfish spirit overcome, a temptation to neglect duty resisted, passion subdued, and willing, cheerful obedience rendered to the will of Christ, is far greater evidence that you are a child of God than spasmodic piety and emotional religion.