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Occupy Till I Come: The Origins of Aurora University in Mendota, Illinois, 1893-1912. A review by Dr. Mark Woolfington.  

“Occupy till I come” was an important catch-phrase among the leaders of the early Adventist movement, as it reflected their belief that since Christ’s return was imminent, the people of God should occupy themselves with the task of sharing the Gospel and other important work. This mind-set stood in contrast to the popular (and largely debunked) image of the Millerites abandoning their daily work and possessions to await Christ’s return.

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