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1181 The Attack, p. 89.3 (Ellen Gould White)
That day—the longest Abraham had ever experienced—dragged slowly to its close. He spent the night in prayer, still hoping that some heavenly messenger might …
1182 The Attack, p. 89.4 (Ellen Gould White)
Another long day, another night of humiliation and prayer. The command to slay his son was ringing in his ears. Satan was near to whisper doubts and unbelief, but Abraham resisted his suggestions.
1183 The Attack, p. 89.5 (Ellen Gould White)
As they were about to begin the journey of the third day, Abraham saw the promised sign, a cloud of glory hovering over Mount Moriah—and he knew that the voice that had spoken to him was from heaven.
1184 The Attack, p. 89.6 (Ellen Gould White)
Even now he did not complain against God. This son had been given unexpectedly; didn’t the One who bestowed the precious gift have a right to reclaim His own …
1185 The Attack, p. 89.7 (Ellen Gould White)
Yet none but God could understand how great was the father’s sacrifice in yielding up his son to death, and Abraham desired that none but God should witness …
1186 The Attack, p. 89.8 (Ellen Gould White)
The wood was laid upon Isaac, the father took a knife and the fire, and together they started up toward the mountain summit. The young man at last spoke, “My father, ... look, the fire and the wood, but where is the lamb for a burnt offering?”
1187 The Attack, p. 243.1 (Ellen Gould White)
… 119:89 ). And Christ Himself says, “Do not think that I came to destroy the Law. ... For assuredly, I say to you, till heaven and earth pass away, one jot or one tittle will …
1188 The Promise, p. 89.1 (Ellen Gould White)
The prevailing spirit of our time is one of unbelief and apostasy. People exalt human theories and place them where God and His law should be. Satan tempts …
1189 The Promise, p. 89.2 (Ellen Gould White)
In the beginning, God gave His law to humanity as a means of their attaining happiness and eternal life. Satan’s hope is to lead men and women to disobey this …
1190 The Promise, p. 89.3 (Ellen Gould White)
God set up a signpost for those journeying through this world. One arm pointed out willing obedience to the Creator as the road to life, while the other indicated …
1191 The Promise, p. 89.4 (Ellen Gould White)
Through Moses the Lord instructed the Israelites, “Surely My Sabbaths you shall keep, for it is a sign between Me and you throughout your generations, that …
1192 The Promise, p. 89.5 (Ellen Gould White)
The Lord clearly defined obedience as the way to the City of God, but the “man of sin” has changed the signpost. He has set up a false sabbath and has caused men and …
1193 The Hero, p. 89.1 (Ellen Gould White)
When he tasted the wine the servants brought, the ruler of the feast found it superior to any he had ever before drunk. Turning to the bridegroom, he said, “Every …
1194 The Hero, p. 89.2 (Ellen Gould White)
The gifts the world offers may please the eye and fascinate the senses, but they prove unsatisfying. The “wine” turns to bitterness, the good times to gloom. What …
1195 The Hero, p. 89.3 (Ellen Gould White)
The gift of Christ to the marriage feast was a symbol. Human hands brought the water to fill the jars, but the word of Christ alone could give it life-giving power …
1196 The Hero, p. 89.4 (Ellen Gould White)
In the Old Testament, Christ gave the warning, “Wine is a mocker, intoxicating drink arouses brawling, and whoever is led astray by it is not wise.” Proverbs 20 …
1197 The Hero, p. 89.5 (Ellen Gould White)
As the guests commented about the wine, some asked questions that drew from the servants an account of the miracle. When finally the assembled guests looked for Jesus, He had quietly slipped away.
1198 The Mission, p. 89.1 (Ellen Gould White)
Here Mark became overwhelmed with fear and discouragement. He was not used to hardships, and he lost heart when opposition and danger came. He failed to endure …
1199 The Mission, p. 89.2 (Ellen Gould White)
This caused Paul to judge Mark harshly for a while. Barnabas was inclined to excuse him. He saw qualifications in him that would fit him to be a useful worker …
1200 The Mission, p. 89 (Ellen Gould White)
Paul and Mark Later Reconciled