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2661 The Story of Jesus, p. 33.7 (Ellen Gould White)
As He spoke these words, Jesus pointed upward. On His face was a light at which they wondered. Jesus knew that He was the Son of God, and He had been doing the work for which His Father had sent Him into the world.
2662 The Story of Jesus, p. 34.7 (Ellen Gould White)
Whatever He did was done well. He wanted to be perfect, even in the handling of tools. By His example He taught that we ought to be industrious, that we should do …
2663 The Story of Jesus, p. 38.7 (Ellen Gould White)
Many were the trials and temptations that Jesus had to meet. Satan was always watching to overcome Him.
2664 The Story of Jesus, p. 39.7 (Ellen Gould White)
With the voice of singing He welcomed the morning light. The break of day often found Him in some quiet place, thinking about God, studying the Bible, or in prayer.
2665 The Story of Jesus, p. 41 (Ellen Gould White)
Chapter 7—The Baptism
2666 The Story of Jesus, p. 41.7 (Ellen Gould White)
“And Jesus answering said unto him, Suffer it to be so now: for thus it becometh us to fulfil all righteousness.” Matthew 3:14, 15 .
2667 The Story of Jesus, p. 42.7 (Ellen Gould White)
The glory that rested upon Christ was a pledge of the love of God for us. The Saviour came as our example; and just as surely as God heard His prayer, He will hear ours.
2668 The Story of Jesus, p. 43.7 (Ellen Gould White)
Christ came to give an example of obedience. In the wilderness, after fasting forty days, He would not, even to obtain food, depart from the will of His Father.
2669 The Story of Jesus, p. 45.7 (Ellen Gould White)
“If Thou be the Son of God, command that these stones be made bread.”
2670 The Story of Jesus, p. 46.7 (Ellen Gould White)
The sunlight lay on splendid cities, marble palaces, fruitful fields, and vineyards. Satan said:
2671 The Story of Jesus, p. 47.7 (Ellen Gould White)
The love of the world, the lust for power, and the pride of life—everything that draws man away from the worship of God—was embraced in this great temptation of Christ.
2672 The Story of Jesus, p. 48.5 (Ellen Gould White)
So we may resist temptation, and overcome Satan. The Lord says to us, “Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. Draw nigh to God, and He will draw nigh to you.” James 4:7, 8 .
2673 The Story of Jesus, p. 50.7 (Ellen Gould White)
They saw that Jesus bore no tokens of worldly wealth or greatness. His clothing was plain and simple, such as poor people wore. But in His pale, worn face was something that moved their hearts.
2674 The Story of Jesus, p. 51.7 (Ellen Gould White)
Instead of water, there came forth wine. This wine was much better than that which had been served before, and there was enough for all.
2675 The Story of Jesus, p. 53.7 (Ellen Gould White)
The woman wondered at this, for she knew how the Jews hated the Samaritans. But Christ told her that if she would ask of Him, He would give her living water. At this she wondered the more. Then Jesus said to her:
2676 The Story of Jesus, p. 55.7 (Ellen Gould White)
So they came to the well, and asked Him to stay with them. He remained two days, and taught them, and many listened to His words. They repented of their sins, and believed on Him as their Saviour.
2677 The Story of Jesus, p. 56.7 (Ellen Gould White)
They hurried Him away, meaning to throw Him over the steep side of a hill. But holy angels were near to protect Him. He passed safely through the crowd, and was not to be found.
2678 The Story of Jesus, p. 60.7 (Ellen Gould White)
All such He will freely forgive. He says, “I will turn their mourning into joy, and will comfort them, and make them rejoice from their sorrow.” Jeremiah 31:13 .
2679 The Story of Jesus, p. 61.4 (Ellen Gould White)
God is more willing to give us His Spirit than parents are to give good things to their children. His promise is, “Ask, and it shall be given you.” Luke 11:9; Matthew 7:7. All that hunger and thirst after righteousness “shall be filled.”
2680 The Story of Jesus, p. 61.5 (Ellen Gould White)
“Blessed are the merciful.” Matthew 5:7. To be merciful is to treat others better than they deserve. So God has treated us. He delights to show mercy. He is kind to the unthankful and to the evil.