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6781 From Splendor to Shadow, p. 315.5 (Ellen Gould White)
The decree of Artaxerxes for restoring and building Jerusalem, the third since the close of the 70 years’ captivity, is remarkable for its expressions regarding …
6782 From Splendor to Shadow, p. 316.5 (Ellen Gould White)
In this decree by Artaxerxes, God’s providence was manifest. Some discerned this and gladly took advantage of the privilege of returning under circumstances …
6783 From Splendor to Shadow, p. 317.5 (Ellen Gould White)
All were now ready. Before them was a journey of several months. The men were taking their wives and children, their substance, and treasure for the temple. Enemies …
6784 From Splendor to Shadow, p. 322.5 (Ellen Gould White)
Man has set his will against the will of God, but the human mind cannot evade its obligation to a higher power. Men may try to set science in opposition to revelation …
6785 From Splendor to Shadow, p. 326.5 (Ellen Gould White)
The man of God did not venture to reply till he had sought direction from One higher than Artaxerxes. He required help from the king, and he realized that much …
6786 From Splendor to Shadow, p. 329.5 (Ellen Gould White)
On the third night after his arrival Nehemiah rose at midnight and with a few trusted companions went out to view the desolation of Jerusalem. On his mule …
6787 From Splendor to Shadow, p. 330.5 (Ellen Gould White)
Then Nehemiah asked the people directly whether they would take advantage of this opportunity and arise and build the wall. With new courage they said with one voice, “Let us rise up and build. So they strengthened their hands for this good work.”
6788 From Splendor to Shadow, p. 332.5 (Ellen Gould White)
Discouragement came from still another source: “The Jews who lived by them,” taking no part in the work, gathered up the reports of their enemies to create disaffection …
6789 From Splendor to Shadow, p. 333.5 (Ellen Gould White)
Among those who profess to support God’s cause are those who lay His cause open to the attacks of His bitterest foes. Even some who desire the work of God to …
6790 From Splendor to Shadow
This chapter is based on Nehemiah 5 .
6791 From Splendor to Shadow, p. 336.5 (Ellen Gould White)
Nehemiah and others had ransomed certain Jews who had been sold to the heathen, and he now placed this course in contrast with the conduct of those who for …
6792 From Splendor to Shadow, p. 337.3 (Ellen Gould White)
… .” James 5:1, 3-5, RSV.
6793 From Splendor to Shadow, p. 337.5 (Ellen Gould White)
Every unjust act is a violation of the golden rule—done to Christ Himself in the person of His saints. Every attempt to take advantage of the ignorance or misfortune …
6794 From Splendor to Shadow, p. 344.5 (Ellen Gould White)
Then from the assembled throng, as they stood with outstretched hands toward heaven, arose the song:
6795 From Splendor to Shadow, p. 345.5 (Ellen Gould White)
Nehemiah’s efforts had been crowned with success. As long as the people were obedient to God’s word, so long would the Lord fulfill His promise by pouring rich blessings on them.
6796 From Splendor to Shadow, p. 349.5 (Ellen Gould White)
Many who had married idolaters chose to go with them into exile and join the Samaritans. Some who had occupied high positions in the work of God cast in their …
6797 From Splendor to Shadow, p. 354.5 (Ellen Gould White)
The sacrificial offerings constituted a perpetual reminder of the coming of a Saviour. Throughout Israel’s history each day the people were taught by …
6798 From Splendor to Shadow, p. 358.5 (Ellen Gould White)
A fountain was to be opened “for sin and for uncleanness.” Zechariah 13:1. The sons of men were to hear the blessed invitation:
6799 From Splendor to Shadow, p. 359.2 (Ellen Gould White)
… .” Micah 5:2 .
6800 From Splendor to Shadow, p. 361.2 (Ellen Gould White)
… :4, 5, RSV.