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A Word to the Little Flock - James S. White

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supposed that grapes were attached <strong>to</strong> silver wires<br />

or golden rods, but that such was <strong>the</strong> appearance<br />

presented. Similar expressions are daily employed<br />

by every person in ordinary conversation. When<br />

we speak of golden fruit, we are not unders<strong>to</strong>od as<br />

declaring that <strong>the</strong> fruit is composed of that precious<br />

metal, but simply that it has <strong>the</strong> appearance of gold.<br />

The same rule applied <strong>to</strong> my words removes all<br />

excuse for misapprehension.<br />

The Seal of God<br />

"Ano<strong>the</strong>r 'suppression' reads as follows:<br />

"'Well, bless <strong>the</strong> Lord, dear brethren and sisters,<br />

it is an extra meeting for those who have <strong>the</strong> seal of<br />

<strong>the</strong> living God.' [Page 17]<br />

"There is nothing in this that we do not still<br />

hold. Reference <strong>to</strong> our published works will show<br />

our belief that <strong>the</strong> living righteous will receive <strong>the</strong><br />

seal of God prior <strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> close of probation. Also<br />

that <strong>the</strong>se will enjoy special honors, in <strong>the</strong> kingdom<br />

of God.<br />

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