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6861 The Story of Jesus, p. 42.5 (Ellen Gould White)
His face and form were all aglow with the light of the glory of God. And from Heaven the voice of God was heard saying:
6862 The Story of Jesus, p. 43.5 (Ellen Gould White)
The sins of the world were upon Him, and His face showed such sorrow and anguish as man had never felt. He was suffering for sinners.
6863 The Story of Jesus, p. 45.5 (Ellen Gould White)
He told Jesus that it was not the will of His Father that He should endure this suffering; He was to show only a willingness to suffer.
6864 The Story of Jesus, p. 46.5 (Ellen Gould White)
Because God is merciful, and ready to forgive, there are those who say that it is safe to disobey Him. But this is presumption. God will forgive all who seek pardon and turn away from sin. But those who choose to disobey Him He can not bless.
6865 The Story of Jesus, p. 47.5 (Ellen Gould White)
To Satan’s demand for worship, Christ answered:
6866 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 .
6867 The Story of Jesus, p. 49.5 (Ellen Gould White)
They had to cut down trees, gather out the stones, and fill up the hollows, so that the way would be clear for the king.
6868 The Story of Jesus, p. 50.5 (Ellen Gould White)
Then John told of the sign that had been seen at Christ’s baptism. “I saw, and bare record,” he added, “that this is the Son of God.” John 1:29, 34 .
6869 The Story of Jesus, p. 51.5 (Ellen Gould White)
It was the custom in that country to use wine on such occasions. Before the feast was ended, the supply of wine had failed. The lack of wine at a feast would be thought to show a want of hospitality, and this was regarded as a great disgrace.
6870 The Story of Jesus, p. 53.5 (Ellen Gould White)
By going to the marriage feast, Christ showed that it is right to meet together in this pleasant way. He liked to see people happy. Often He visited them in their …
6871 The Story of Jesus, p. 55.5 (Ellen Gould White)
This woman had broken God’s commandments, and Christ showed her that He knew the sins of her life. But He showed, too, that He was her friend, that He loved and pitied …
6872 The Story of Jesus, p. 56.5 (Ellen Gould White)
Then they remembered how Jesus had lived among them as a carpenter. Often they had seen Him working in the shop with Joseph. Though in His whole life there had been only deeds of love and mercy, they would not believe that He was the Messiah.
6873 The Story of Jesus, p. 59.5 (Ellen Gould White)
Jesus knew that their hopes were to be disappointed. He had come to teach them of something far better than they had sought.
6874 The Story of Jesus, p. 60.4 (Ellen Gould White)
“Blessed are the poor in spirit,” Christ said. Matthew 5:3. The poor in spirit are those who know their own sinfulness and need. They know that of themselves they can do no good thing. They desire help from God, and to them His blessing is given.
6875 The Story of Jesus, p. 60.5 (Ellen Gould White)
“For thus saith the high and lofty One that inhabiteth eternity, whose name is Holy; I dwell in the high and holy place, with him also that is of a contrite and humble …
6876 The Story of Jesus, p. 60.6 (Ellen Gould White)
“Blessed are they that mourn.” Matthew 5:4. This does not mean those who complain and murmur, and who go about with a sour, downcast look. It means those who are truly sorry for their sins, and who ask God for pardon.
6877 The Story of Jesus, p. 60.8 (Ellen Gould White)
“Blessed are the meek.” Matthew 5:5. Christ says, “Learn of Me; for I am meek and lowly in heart.” Matthew 11:29. When He was wrongfully treated, He returned good for evil. In this He has given us an example, that we should do as He has done.
6878 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.
6879 The Story of Jesus, p. 61.7 (Ellen Gould White)
“Blessed are the pure in heart.” Matthew 5:8. God cares more for what we really are than for what we say we are. He does not care how beautiful we may look, but He wants our hearts pure. Then all our words and actions will be right.
6880 The Story of Jesus, p. 62.2 (Ellen Gould White)
… .” Matthew 5:9. He who has the meek and lowly spirit of Christ will be a peacemaker. Such a spirit provokes no quarrel, gives back no angry answer. It makes the home …