The Watching Time
“The knowledge of the nearness of Christ’s coming should not be allowed to lose its force, and we fall into slumber.”
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Character and Behavior
Right-Thinking
“More precious than the golden wedge of Ophir is the power of right thought. We need to place a high value upon the right control of our thoughts.”
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In the Race for Eternal Life
To win the laurel crown, Greek runners subjected themselves to continual self-denial. We seek an infinitely more valuable prize: the crown of eternal life! How much more willing should be our sacrifice and self-denial!
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The Gift of Speech
Speech is one of the great gifts of God. With the tongue we may make known the wonders of the grace of God, or we may utter words that sting like an adder. Are your words a savor of life unto life, or of death unto death?
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Are We Representatives of Christ?
“If we represent Christ to the world, we shall be pure in heart, in life, in character; we shall be holy in conversation; there will be no guile in our hearts or upon our lips.”
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True Fasting
“In the place of putting on an appearance of great devotion and afflicting our bodies, we should humble our hearts before God.”
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The Grace of Silence
“If you have words of encouragement to say, say them; but if not, keep silent. Silence is often eloquence. Let no word of evil-surmising escape your lips.”
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“The Fear of the Lord Tendeth to Life”
“So far from being antagonistic to health and happiness, the fear of the Lord lies at the foundation of all real prosperity.”
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The Need of Living Faith
“Faith is always expressed in words and actions. The life that is molded by faith develops a determination to advance, to go forward, following in the footsteps of Christ.”
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True Worship
Here is some excellent, practical counsel on how to come together in the spirit of true worship in the house of God. This is critical for achieving unity!
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Search the Scriptures
“The duty of searching the Scriptures is enjoined upon every son and daughter of Adam. Jesus says, ‘And they are they which testify of me.'”
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Requisites to a Good Prayer-Meeting
“The prayer-meeting is often dull, spiritless, and unattractive. But it need not be. Even where few love the hour of prayer, it may be made interesting.”
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“Be Gentle Unto All Men”
“The servant of the Lord must not strive; but be gentle unto all men, apt to teach, patient; in meekness instructing those that oppose themselves.”
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Christian Zeal
There is a noisy zeal, without aim or purpose, which is not according to knowledge. This is not Christian zeal. This is not Christian zeal. Christian zeal is controlled by principle and is not spasmodic.
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Exalting Christ
“Every soul who truly accepts Christ by faith, will walk in humility of heart. … Never encourage men to look to you for wisdom.”
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Little Sins
Are you letting “little” sins come between you and God? Be careful, for God requires the whole heart. It is our “little” habits that form our character.
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Faithful in Little
A strong, well-balanced character is built by the thorough and faithful performance of duty, including what the world would call things of minor importance.
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Our Privileges in Christ Jesus
In Christ’s power, Enoch perfected a Christian character. You, too can experience this wonderful privilege! Here is the key.
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Eternal Realities
In this article, taken from Sister White’s diary, you will see the great importance of eternal realities and how to be a “sunshiny Christian”!
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What Doth the Lord Require?
Do you in your words, spirit, and actions, resemble Christ? We may judge our own spirit and principles by the words that we speak and write.
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The Consistent Life
“There is an eloquence far more powerful than the eloquence of words in the quiet, consistent life of a pure, true Christian.”
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This is Life Eternal!
This is a brief compilation of some of Sr. White’s commentary on John 17:3. To know God should be everything to us and we should let nothing get in the way!
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The Light of the World
“It is the privilege of the Christian to connect with the Source of light, and through this living connection become the light of the world.”
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In Humility of Heart
“It is vitally necessary for every laborer to walk humbly with God. Daily he is to maintain a close connection with heavenly agencies.”
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Do You Really Love Jesus?
Do you love Jesus? Really love Him? Everyone should read this quote, because there are a lot of erroneous ideas out there about “Jesus” and His “love”.
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God’s Estimate of Character
“When the law of God is written in the heart, it will be shown in a pure and holy life. The commandments of God are no dead letter.”
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Free Unholy Love: Babylon Among Us
There is a holy love that we will need to develop in these last days which will give glory to God, but there is also an unholy love being widely advocated.
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The Need of Earnestness
“Do not misrepresent the character of your divine Lord by claiming to be sons and daughters of God, while speaking and acting like children of the devil.”
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Prayer and Home Religion
Prayer is the life of the soul, the foundation of spiritual growth. In your home, before your family, and before your workmen, you should testify to this truth.
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Backbiters vs. Cannibals: Which Is Worse?
Which is worse? Cannibals or backbiters, slanderers, gossipers, etc.? Does that seem like a strange question? You might be surprised at the answer!
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Imagination
Imagination may be either a curse or a blessing. Read these words from SDA pioneer D.T. Bourdeau to learn ways you can make it the blessing God intended.
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Ditch Doctrinal Debates, Seek Saving Spirituality
This is vital counsel from the Testimonies and Scriptures. Doctrinal debates just don’t work, friends. Read on to see what God thinks of them.
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Build Opposite Traits of Character to Overcome Defects
Here are some practical tips on how to follow the heavenly counsel to overcome character defects (i.e. habitual sins) by building up the opposite traits.
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