Our gracious God still bears long with the impenitent. He gives them light from heaven, that they may understand the holiness of His character, and the justice of His requirements. He calls them to repentance, and assures them of His willingness to forgive. But if they continue to reject His mercy, the mandate goes forth devoting them to destruction (The Signs of the Times, August 24, 1882).{2BC 1016.5}

Vor nådige Gud bærer stadig over med den utålmodige. Han giver dem lys fra himlen, så de kan forstå helligheden i Hans karakter, og retfærdigheden i Hans krav. Han kalder dem til anger, og forsikrer dem om Hans villighed til at tilgive. Men hvis de fortsætter med at forkaste Hans barmhjertighed, kommer befalingen om at udslette dem helt (ST Aug. 24, 1882).