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Counsels to Parents, Teachers, and Students - Ellen G. White

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<strong>and</strong> his fellows, of whom the record states, “As for<br />

these four children, God gave them knowledge <strong>and</strong><br />

skill in all learning <strong>and</strong> wisdom: <strong>and</strong> Daniel had<br />

underst<strong>and</strong>ing in all visions <strong>and</strong> dreams.” Daniel<br />

1:17. ...<br />

I could refer <strong>to</strong> chapter after chapter of the Old<br />

Testament Scriptures that contain great<br />

encouragement. These Scriptures are a treasure<br />

house of precious pearls, <strong>and</strong> all need them. How<br />

much time is spent by intelligent human beings in<br />

horse racing, cricket matches, <strong>and</strong> ball playing! But<br />

will indulgence in these sports give men a desire <strong>to</strong><br />

know truth <strong>and</strong> righteousness? Will it keep God in<br />

their thoughts? Will it lead them <strong>to</strong> inquire, How is<br />

it with my soul?<br />

All the powers of Satan are set in operation <strong>to</strong><br />

hold the attention <strong>to</strong> frivolous amusements, <strong>and</strong> he<br />

is gaining his object. He is interposing his<br />

devisings between God <strong>and</strong> the soul. He will<br />

manufacture diversions <strong>to</strong> keep men from thinking<br />

about God. The world, filled with sport <strong>and</strong><br />

pleasure loving, is always thirsting for some new<br />

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