WANTED by M. E. Bean

Seventh-day Adventist Publishing Association · Battle Creek, Mich. · Feb 7, 1878

WANTED

By M. E. Bean

Men and women are wanted who will unselfishly labor for the advancement of the cause of God, who will exemplify the life of our adorable Redeemer, and thus win precious souls to God. Fathers and mothers in Israel are wanted, to care for God's “little ones.” Men and women are wanted who have stamina enough to stand firmly for the principles laid down in the holy book of God; those who can meet temptations, trials, and the rude storms of life, with fortitude and cheerfulness. There is work enough for all; there is no fear of too many laborers. Our Saviour was never idle. He was ever about his Father's business, and should we be above our Master? What a privilege that we, who make such poor work at the best, are permitted to do anything for Jesus! Yes; earnest laborers are wanted, and let none despise his one talent. All the Master asks of us is, that we improve upon what he has given us, but none are excused because they can do but little. There is work enough in the vineyard of the Lord, and the reward is sure to every one.

We want more courage, zeal, and earnestness in this work, a closer walk with the God of our salvation, that our life may be a constant rebuke to the ungodly. We need ever to bear in mind that

“This life to toil is given, And he improves it best Who seeks by patient labor To enter into rest.”

Angels watch to see how faithful we are in the work set for us to do. A record is kept, and eternity will tell how we have wrought. Once done, our work can never be done over. Soon Jesus will come, to reward every man according to his work, and who would not wish to be among the faithful ones? We may all make mistakes, but if they are seen and repented of, we shall receive abundant pardon. “Though your sins be as scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they be red like crimson, they shall be as wool.” What more could we ask? Ours is a most merciful Father, one who loves us. Who would not esteem it an exalted privilege to work for him? M. E. BEAN.

Battle Creek, Mich.