James was put on the board of directors, which helped to establish confidence. To hold things on an even keel, he told of plans that would make it possible for the institute to continue its activities within its resources. He assured everyone that the business was sound and urged them to manifest a gracious attitude toward those responsible for the current problems. 2BIO 197.2
Those who have moved rashly, and have committed errors in the past for want of experience, feel over the matter all they should, and it is not Christian-like to murmur against them. No one will better his condition in any way by such a course. It is no time for the professed friends of the institute to settle back and cast an influence against it. The very worst time for a horse to balk is when the load draws hard.—Ibid. 2BIO 197.3