Canvassing Work in North Carolina by Stewart Kime

Review and Herald Publishing Association · Takoma Park Station, Washington, D. C. · Apr 2, 1914

Canvassing Work in North Carolina

By Stewart Kime

IN January of this year we held a most enthusiastic institute for the colporteurs of our State. It was a season of refreshing and encouragement. The idea that we are workers together with God, and are dependent on him for success, was the thought kept before the institute constantly. The canvassing work was not spoken of as a mercenary calling, but as a missionary work. A personal experience in the things of God and the

reception of the Holy Spirit for power in service was the standard set for qualification. The examination question was the same as that asked of Peter by the Master, "Lovest thou me?"

A daily Bible study was conducted by one of the ministers of the conference early in the morning. General instruction followed during the forenoon. In the afternoon, class work was carried on. The institute proved a great blessing, as may be seen from the results that have followed. February is one of our dullest months, yet our canvassers took $2,700 worth of orders. Every one expressed the determination to see some soul saved by personal effort, as well as to leave the truth to find its way into the hearts from the printed page.

This was the best institute that was ever held in North Carolina. The canvassers are nearly all adults, men who are settled in life and have declared their intention of making this their life work. Others will join the force soon. From the present prospects, this year will be by far the most successful North Carolina has ever had. The accompanying picture is a portion of the canvassing force that we now have in the field.

STEWART KIME.