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1. GOD USES PEOPLE

a. When God desires to speak to people, how does He most often work? Romans 10:13–15.

b. What would happen if no one would give God’s messages to the people? Luke 19:40.

“The rebuke of the Lord will rest upon those who would bar the way, that clearer light shall not come to the people. A great work is to be done, and God sees that our leading men have need of more light, that they may unite with the messengers whom He sends to accomplish the work that He designs shall be done. The Lord has raised up messengers, and endued them with His Spirit, and has said, ‘Cry aloud, spare not, lift up thy voice like a trumpet, and show My people their transgression, and the house of Jacob their sins.’ Let no one run the risk of interposing between the people and the message of Heaven. This message will go to the people; and if there were no voice among men to give it, the very stones would cry out.”–Gospel Workers, p. 304.

c. What blessings come to us if we would allow ourselves to be used? Isaiah 52:7.

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2. GOD QUALIFIES THE CALLED

a. The commission from God looks very big. How can we accomplish it? Philippians 4:13; Isaiah 41:10; 43:10; 44:8.

“Those whom God employs as His instruments may be regarded by some as inefficient; but if they can pray, if in simplicity they can talk the truth because they love it, they may reach the people through the Holy Spirit’s power. As they present the truth in simplicity, reading from the Word, or recalling incidents of experience, the Holy Spirit makes an impression on mind and character. The will becomes subordinate to the will of God; the truth heretofore not understood comes to the heart with living conviction and becomes a spiritual reality.”–Testimonies, vol. 6, p. 444.

“God will accept the wholehearted service, and will Himself make up the deficiencies.”–The Ministry of Healing, p. 150.

b. What happens if I don’t feel qualified to do any work for the Lord? Psalm 71:16; Jeremiah 1:7–9.

“God qualifies His disciples for the work which He would have them do, and gives them talents according to their several ability. But in order that they may do the work for which they are called, they are admonished to wait, to watch, to pray, lest Satan shall take advantage of them.”–The Signs of the Times, July 18, 1895.

c. What should I do if I don’t know what job I am to do? 2 Chronicles 19:8, 9.

“You can best recommend the truth by the meekness of your life and the faithful discharge of your daily duties. If you are conscientiously strict to do your part, and are faithful and earnest to see what you can and should do for those for whom you labor, you will then better represent the truth. The best way in which you can recommend the truth is, not by argument, not by talk, but by living it daily, by leading a consistent, modest, humble life as a disciple of Christ.”–Testimonies, vol. 3, p. 334.

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3. WHOM IS HE CALLING?

a. To whom is the missionary call given? Isaiah 6:8 (first part).

“But in order to accept the invitation to the gospel feast, they must make their worldly interests subordinate to the one purpose of receiving Christ and His righteousness. God gave all for man, and He asks him to place His service above every earthly and selfish consideration. He cannot accept a divided heart. The heart that is absorbed in earthly affections cannot be given up to God.”–Christ’s Object Lessons, p. 223.

b. Are there any exemptions in this great work of spreading the gospel? Proverbs 21:25; 6:9–11; Luke 9:57–62.

“There are many who profess to be servants of Christ in name, but they are not so in obedience. Where religious principle governs, the danger of committing important errors is small; for selfishness, which always blinds and deceives, is subordinate. The sincere desire to do others good so predominates that self is forgotten. To have firm religious principles is an inestimable treasure. It is the purest, highest, and most elevated influence mortals can possess. Such have an anchor. Every act is well considered, lest its effect be injurious to another, and lead away from Christ. The constant inquiry of the mind is, Lord, how shall I best serve and glorify thy name in the earth? How shall I conduct my life to make thy name a praise in the earth, and lead others to love, serve, and honor thee? Let me only desire and choose thy will. Let the words and example of my Redeemer be the light and strength of my heart. While I follow and trust in Him, He will not leave me to perish. He shall be my crown of rejoicing.”–The Review and Herald, August 10, 1886.

c. What should we remember if we have pledged ourselves to be part of God’s army? 2 Timothy 2:3, 4.

“Sanctified, self-sacrificing men are needed; men who will not shun trial and responsibility; men who are brave and true; men in whose hearts Christ is formed ‘the hope of glory,’ and who with lips touched with holy fire will ‘preach the word.’”–The Acts of the Apostles, p. 507.

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4. A SPECIAL CALL TO THE YOUTH

a. In a secular war, leaders look for a specific group of people to be soldiers? Who does God look for in His army? Titus 2:6–8.

b. Why does God want to especially use young people? 1 John 2:14.

“The burden bearers among us are falling in death. Many of those who have been foremost in carrying out the reforms instituted by us as a people are now past the meridian of life and are declining in physical and mental strength. With the deepest concern the question may be asked, Who will fill their places? To whom are to be committed the vital interests of the church when the present standard-bearers fall? We cannot but look anxiously upon the youth of today as those who must take these burdens, and upon whom responsibilities must fall. These must take up the work where others leave it, and their course will determine whether morality, religion, and vital godliness shall prevail, or whether immorality and infidelity shall corrupt and blight all that is valuable.”–Gospel Workers, p. 68.

“With such an army of workers as our youth, rightly trained, might furnish, how soon the message of a crucified, risen, and soon-coming Saviour might be carried to the whole world!”–Education, p. 271.

“Youthful talent, well organized and well trained, is needed in our churches. The youth will do something with their overflowing energies. Unless these energies are directed into right channels, they will be used by the youth in a way that will hurt their own spirituality, and prove an injury to those with whom they associate.”–Gospel Workers, p. 211.

“Many young men who have had the right kind of education at home are to be trained for service and encouraged to lift the standard of truth in new places by well-planned and faithful work. By associating with our ministers and experienced workers in city work, they will gain the best kind of training. Acting under divine guidance and sustained by the prayers of their more experienced fellow workers, they may do a good and blessed work. As they unite their labors with those of the older workers, using their youthful energies to the very best account, they will have the companionship of heavenly angels; and as workers together with God, it is their privilege to sing and pray and believe, and work with courage and freedom. The confidence and trust that the presence of heavenly agencies will bring to them and to their fellow workers will lead to prayer and praise and the simplicity of true faith.”–Testimonies, vol. 9, p. 119.

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5. WHO WILL GO?

a. God’s call is a very serious one. What will happen if we say no? Luke 12:47, 48.

“The work of fitting a people in these last days for the coming of Christ, is a most sacred, solemn work, and calls for devoted, unselfish laborers. Those who have humility, faith, energy, perseverance, and decision will find plenty to do in their Master’s vineyard. There are responsible duties to be performed, which require earnestness and the exertion of all their energies. It is willing service that God accepts. If the truth we profess is of such infinite importance as to decide the destiny of souls, how careful should we be in its presentation.”–Testimonies, vol. 3, p. 64.

b. If we heed God’s call, what will it require? Matthew 16:24–27; Luke 9:23–26.

c. What does God’s word say that we should do before answering? Luke 14:28–33.

“Let many missionaries enter the field, but let them count the cost before beginning the work. Let each ask himself, Am I prepared to surrender everything for the success of the work? Then as wise men lay your plans that you may devote yourself to the work, that in singleness of purpose you may endure hardness as good soldiers of Jesus Christ, giving yourselves wholly to His service, humbly trusting in God, who has said, ‘The effectual, fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.’ Go forth to labor in the interests of the truth, and become agents in the hands of God for the saving of perishing souls for whom Christ died.”–The Review and Herald, July 4, 1893.

d. What response should we willingly give to the Lord? Genesis 22:11; Exodus 3:4; Acts 9:6, 10.

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PERSONAL REVIEW QUESTIONS

1. Am I allowing God to use me to share His truth with the world?

2. What promise is especially meaningful to me regarding God’s help?

3. Am I willing to be what He wants, go where He leads, and do what He wills?

4. How can I help encourage the youth to be workers in God’s cause?

5. What will I do today to make a difference in my spiritual condition and that of those around me?

Today Is the Day. “I feel urged by the Spirit of the Lord to tell you that now is your day of privilege, of trust, of blessing. Will you improve it? Are you working for the glory of God, or for selfish interests? Are you keeping before your mind’s eye brilliant prospects of worldly success, whereby you may obtain self-gratification and financial gain? If so, you will be most bitterly disappointed. But if you seek to live a pure and holy life, to learn daily in the school of Christ the lessons that He has invited you to learn, to be meek and lowly in heart, then you have a peace which no worldly circumstances can change.”–Testimonies, vol. 5, p. 487.

Train the Youth. “When the youth give their hearts to God, our responsibility for them does not cease. They must be interested in the Lord’s work, and led to see that He expects them to do something to advance His cause. It is not enough to show how much needs to be done, and to urge the youth to act a part. They must be taught how to labor for the Master. They must be trained, disciplined, drilled, in the best methods of winning souls to Christ. Teach them to try in a quiet, unpretending way to help their young companions. Let different branches of missionary effort be systematically laid out, in which they may take part, and let them be given instruction and help. Thus they will learn to work for God.”–Gospel Workers, p. 210.

Called to the Mission Field. “Young men are wanted. God calls them to missionary fields. Being comparatively free from care and responsibilities, they are more favorably situated to engage in the work than are those who must provide for the training and support of a large family. Furthermore, young men can more readily adapt themselves to new climates and new society, and can better endure inconveniences and hardships. By tact and perseverance, they can reach the people where they are.”–Counsels to Parents, Teachers, and Students, p. 517.