| The Life of Dr. J.R. Miller |
Chapter 6 |
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He was just as acceptable and effective in his work with the older members. He knew how to take them, and he could get along with them when no one else could. One of his elders once said:
“I do not recall ever having seen any indication of a factional difference or lack of harmony in the church during Dr. Miller’s pastorate. He had a way of anticipating trouble. If he saw any person or any organization which showed indications of getting out of touch with the work, it was his custom to go to the one or the group, as the case might be, give them a few encouraging words, tell them how much he depended upon them, and tell them how much they had helped him in his work, and show them ways of further assistance and service. His matchless tact, as well as his example, kept everyone in harmony.”
In every church to which he ministered he inspired young men to give themselves to the work of the ministry. Two of the members of one of his Christian Endeavour Societies who took this step afterwards wrote to him telling of his part in their lives. One said:
“I have never forgotten the care you gave to me and the inspiration I received from you as pastor and friend during college and seminary years.”
The other wrote from the foreign mission field:
“I can never, never repay the debt I owe to you. And as it was with me so it was with countless others. I thank God fervently for what your life has meant to me.”
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