Repetition of Sin Lessens Powers of Resistance—He who has once yielded to temptation will yield more readily the second time. Every repetition of the sin lessens his power of resistance, blinds his eyes, and stifles conviction. Every seed of indulgence sown will bear fruit. God works no miracle to prevent the harvest.—Patriarchs and Prophets, 268 (1890). {1MCP 297.2}

Gentagelse af synd, formindsker modstandskraften. - Den, der en gang har givet efter for en fristelse, vil lettere give efter anden gang. For hver gang synden gentages, formindskes modstandskraften, synet forblændes og samvittigheden undertrykkes. Enhver tilfredsstillende handling vil bære sin frugt. Gud udfører ingen mirakler for at forebygge en sådan høst. - PP 134 (1890).