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"Our work now is to enlighten minds in regard to the truths of the Scriptures. Doors are open for the entrance of truth, and we are to avail ourselves of every opportunity to reach souls. We are to explain the truth, as did Christ, in many ways, by figures and parables; but we are to discourage anything of a fanatical nature. GW 316.4 The people must be taught to search the word of God for themselves. Pastors and teachers must point them to the strong fortress, into which the righteous may run and be safe. Those who are handling the great, grand, ennobling truths of the Word, must ever reveal a spirit deep, earnest, fervent, but calm and full of sound sense that the mouths of gainsayers may be stopped. GW 317.1"
Direct citation 95% Proverbs 18:10
"The name of the Lord is a strong tower: the righteous runneth into it, and is safe."
EGW directly alludes to Proverbs 18:10 by using the phrase "strong fortress, into which the righteous may run and be safe," which is a clear reference to the "strong tower" in Proverbs.
Likely biblical basis 90% Matthew 5:16
"Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven."
Both passages highlight the importance of letting one's actions and teachings reflect God's truth, so that others may be enlightened and give glory to God.

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