p. 23 | Signs of the Times, Vol. 29, No. 50. (12/16/1903)

Earlier text: CHURCH UNIONISM AND TRADE UNIONISM COMING TOGETHER

Go Home and Stay There.

By Editor

Strikes would be more effectual and less troublesome, if the counsel of such men as Chief Sargent, of the Locomotive Firemen, were followed. He says:—

Counsel Against Strikes

I have always counseled against strikes. They should be used only in extreme cases. When strikes are declared, the men should go home and stay there. If any man can be secured to take their places, let them take them. They will be of a kind of no benefit to their employer or themselves. Non-union men should not be forced into a labor organization any more than a man into a certain church. Converts by force are of no value. In the past there has been too much coercion and too little instruction and education along these lines.

The Outcome.

By Editor

Just as we are closing our forms comes an appreciative and helpful letter from a brother in Colorado. Among other things, he tells us that for years he has taken pains to interview persons of all classes, in the world—outsiders—as to their opinion of the outcome between capital and labor, and the almost invariable answers have been, Revolution, war, chaos. Many look for this immediately, and the majority in the near future. And thus, also, speaks God's prophetic Word. He also calls attention to the striking prophecy of Revelation 18, the symbol of the great city builded by union of labor and wealth, and its predicted doom. But there is a refuge—Jesus Christ.

Labor a Blessing

Labor a Blessing.—It is a sad thing that the majority of mankind are coming to think more and more that labor is a curse, when it is designed of God to be one of the greatest helps and blessings in rising above the curse. This evil thinking takes away all joy in working, the highest joy one can find, if the work be right. He has never learned to live who finds no joy in legitimate labor. Wages are necessary, and should always be just, but greater joy should be in the doing of the work itself, in the growing mind and skill, and greater effectiveness. It is a low view of labor that sees only the wage at the end of the day, week, or month, however necessary it be to wife or children.

To the Rich

To the Rich.—Some day the man whom God has given the power to get wealth and employ men will have to give an account of his stewardship. As he has dealt with others, so God will deal with him. The wage question will then be adjusted by the Arbiter of the universe, by the rule He has given: "With what measure ye mete it shall be measured to you again." There is no escaping that sentence nor appeal from that Court.

The True Gain Is the Long Gain

Fellow-workmen, that success which is not founded in Eternal Righteousness is, at the best, always temporary, and, in the end, inevitable defeat; and any seeming defeat in the cause of Righteousness is always the most glorious success in the acquiring of the greatest of all treasures—character. “Sin, when it is full grown, bringeth forth death;” but righteousness hath an eternal hereafter of joy. “The true gain is the long gain.”

THE MEN NEEDED.

God give us men! a time like this demands Strong minds, great hearts, true faith, and ready hands; Men whom the lust of lucre does not kill; Men whom the spoils of office can not buy; Men who possess opinions and a will; Men who have honor; men who will not lie; Men who can stand before a demagog, And damn his treacherous flatteries without winking; Tall men, sun-crowned, who live above the fog In public duty and in private thinking; For, while the rabble with their thumb-worn creeds, Their large profession, and their little deeds, Mingle in selfish strife, lo! Freedom weeps, Wrong rules the land, and waiting Justice sleeps. —Anon.

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Manner of Christ's Coming—No. 124

This seems to be a perplexing question to many but is fully settled in this tract. The writer takes up the various passages that speak of the coming of the Lord, and gives the original meaning. His coming as a thief, coming to judgment, and second personal coming, are clearly distinguished. Price 1 cent; per hundred 72 cents.

The Great Day of the Lord—No. 65

There is wide diversity of opinion in the Christian world in regard to the character, length, and scope of the great day of the Lord, as well as its relation to man. In the light of the Scriptures, the writer makes clear this important subject. Price, 2 1/2 cents each; per hundred, $1.74.

We Would See Jesus—No 173

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This tract defines the word millennium, and shows when and where the millennial reign with Christ, as brought to view in Revelation 20, will take place. Those acquainted only with the popular view of this subject will be especially interested in reading this tract. Price, 1 1/2 cents each; per hundred, $1.10.

Babylon is Fallen—No. 169

In Rev. 14:8 we have the statement, "Babylon is fallen, is fallen, that great city, because she made all nations drink of the wine of the wrath of her fornication." The tract answers the questions, What is Babylon? What is her fall? and What the remedy and salvation from her ruin? and how it concerns us at the present time. Price, 1 1/2 cents each; per hundred, $1.10.

This tract treats the subject of Capital and Labor showing the end of the struggle and the only solution of the world's great industrial and financial problems. Good Bible instruction is given that should regulate the actions of all in the perplexing situation. Price 1 cent; per hundred 72 cents.

What Do These Things Mean—No. 176

Waymarks to the Holy City—No. 115

A study of the 7th chapter of the book of Daniel, in which is brought to view four great beasts, representing four universal kingdoms of the earth. The work of the little horn which was to make war with the saints is discussed and its final ending portrayed. Then comes the glorious kingdom which was given to the saints of the Most High. Illustrated. Price, 1 cent each; per hundred 72 cents.

Signs of Our Times—No. 174

Intelligent people are alarmed at the outlook of the world to-day. While much in the world betokens advancement and prosperity, many things cause anxiety and alarm. Discovery and progress have not brought contentment and peace. Troubles and perplexities, discontent and strife are everywhere. People look on with fear and dread at what is coming, but few look to the source of light and help—the Bible. The object of the tract is to point out the signs, and shed scriptural light on the same that brings comfort to the believer. Price 1 cent; per hundred 75 cents.

Gospel Remedy for Present-Day Isms—No. 175

This tract deals with Spiritualism, Hypnotism, Christian Scientism, Higher Criticism, etc. Every one is more or less familiar with these isms, as they are quite common. Many accept these teachings because they are looking for a manifestation of supernatural power. But the writer believes them to be a dark system of error, and exerting an influence against the pure and simple teachings of the gospel—the power of God. You will be interested in the conclusions drawn. Price 1 cent; per hundred 72 cents.

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A pamphlet of 44 pages, dealing with the movements of the great nations of to-day, showing how a few great powers are rapidly gaining control of the whole world. There is a meaning in all this that concerns every one, and the writer brings forth light from the divine Word for our consideration and profit. There are several instructive maps, showing the partitioning of the world as it is being made. Price, 10 cents each.

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This pamphlet takes up the study of the book of Daniel dealing with the important and wonderful prophecies of that book. We are told in the Bible that "we have a more sure word of prophecy whereunto we do well to take heed." We may therefore expect to find revealed therein important, instructive, and withal most wonderfully interesting things. This little work certainly meets this record, and sheds forth beams of light into the dark mysteries of coming events, as well as those now present. These events concern us and our nation and the whole world. We do well, therefore, to read and take heed. Illustrated. Price 10 cents.

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The Coming of Our Lord—No. 40

The first part of this tract is based on the text wherein it is stated that certain Greeks came up to worship at the feast, and said "Sir, we see Jesus." The latter part is on the subject, "Why Speak of Christ's Coming?" Brief, but to the point. Price 1/2 cent, or 36 cents per hundred.

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A remarkably interesting tract, relating how a whole family became interested in the coming of the Lord, through the visit of a missionary and a Bible study on the subject. As the study proceeds, different members of the family read passages of Scripture and bring out other facts in an attractive way. Will be read where others might be laid aside. Price 1 cent; 72 cents per hundred.

Heralds of His Coming—No. 51

Is it a literal coming? Is the end really near? May we know the time? These are a few of the questions treated in the tract. Some of the special signs of Christ's second coming are pointed out, and a very interesting chart produced, portraying in a vivid manner the points dwelt on in the tract. Price, 1 1/2 cents each; per hundred, 98 cents.

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While the Gospel, or God's plan for saving man, has always been the same, it has had special saving truths connected with it for each generation. In this tract a great threefold message for our day is brought to light, and offered to the world as God's remedy for the ills of Christendom. Price, 1 cent each; per hundred, 72 cents.

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