Living In The Light

June 28, The Most Compelling Education, Pt. 2

And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.
—Philippians 4:7 LL 190.1

The Holy Spirit brings the saving truths of the Scriptures within the comprehension of all who desire to know and do the will of God. Uneducated minds are enabled to grasp the most sublime and soul-stirring themes that can engage the attention of men and women—themes that will be the study and the song of the redeemed through all eternity. LL 190.2

It is the knowledge which God’s Word supplies, and which can be found nowhere else, that we need above every other. We want to know what to do in this our day, to escape the snares of Satan and to win the crown of glory. If at any time we do not clearly understand the testimony of the Scriptures concerning any duty, we are bidden to go to the great Teacher. Whenever we lack wisdom, it is our privilege and our duty to ask of God. If we come in humility and faith, we shall not be sent empty away. . . . LL 190.3

The study of the Scriptures would give to the world men and women of stronger and more active intellect than will the closest application to all the subjects which human philosophy embraces. Those especially who have the ministry in view should give diligent study to the Word of God. In so doing, they may secure mental discipline, and at the same time gain such a knowledge of its rich stores that they can draw from the treasure-house things new and old. LL 190.4

There is a wide difference between what God has given human beings capacity to become, and the degree of excellence to which they actually attain. If it were considered a duty to cultivate all our powers to the fullest extent, they would be continually increasing. The Bible teaches men and women to act from principle, and whenever we successfully resist evil influence, we are strengthening that principle which has been assailed. The mere possession of talent is no guarantee of usefulness or happiness in life. Right principles are the only basis of true success. LL 190.5

It is necessary to think rightly, in order to act with wisdom. To form a wellbalanced character, we must give attention to physical, mental, and moral culture; and for each of these, the Bible contains the most valuable instruction.— Review and Herald, September 25, 1883. LL 190.6

Further Reflection: What is the relationship between God’s Word and health? LL 190.7