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1221 Counsel of Spiritual Life, p. 89.4 (Ellen G. White Estate)

“Things will go wrong with everyone; sadness and discouragement press every soul; then a personal presence, a friend who will comfort and impart strength …

1222 Counsel of Spiritual Life, p. 89.5 (Ellen G. White Estate)

Reflect: Would your friends describe you as someone who is there for them when they’re down?

1223 Counsels on Wellness, p. 89 (Ellen G. White Estate)

Counsel #19 — Look Better, Feel Better

1224 Counsels on Wellness, p. 89.1 (Ellen G. White Estate)

Picture: Counsel #19 — Look Better, Feel Better

1225 Counsels on Wellness, p. 89.2 (Ellen G. White Estate)

One of the most effective ways to boost self-esteem and confidence is through regular exercise. Physical activities, when performed on a routine basis, enhance …

1226 Counsels on Wellness, p. 89.3 (Ellen G. White Estate)

As you continue to get stronger and you begin to see and feel the results of your hard work, your self-worth and confidence will increase. Staying committed …

1227 Counsels on Wellness, p. 89.4 (Ellen G. White Estate)

“So do not throw away your confidence; it will be richly rewarded. You need to persevere so that when you have done the will of God, you will receive what he has promised.” Hebrews 10:35, 36 NIV

1228 Counsels on Wellness, p. 89.5 (Ellen G. White Estate)

“By looking at appearances and complaining when difficulty and pressure come, you reveal a sickly, enfeebled faith. By your words and your works show that …

1229 Counsels on Wellness, p. 89.6 (Ellen G. White Estate)

Reflect: How do you feel about yourself when it comes to physical activity?

1230 Counsels on Future Life, p. 89 (Ellen G. White Estate)

Counsel #7 — What Is “Forever”?

1231 Counsels on Future Life, p. 89.1 (Ellen G. White Estate)

Picture: Counsel #7 — What Is “Forever”?

1232 Counsels on Future Life, p. 89.2 (Ellen G. White Estate)

Many Christians have misunderstood the word “forever” in Revelation 20:10 : “The devil, who deceived them, was cast into the lake of fire and brimstone where the …

1233 Counsels on Future Life, p. 89.3 (Ellen G. White Estate)

Here are three examples of the use of forever :

1234 Counsels on Future Life, p. 89 (Ellen G. White Estate)

Exodus 21:6 The servant would serve his master for as long as life lasts. 1 Samuel 1:22, 28 Samuel would be lent to the Lord for as long as he lived. Jonah 2:6 Jonah was in the belly of the whale until God’s purpose was fulfilled.

1235 Counsels on Future Life, p. 89.4 (Ellen G. White Estate)

In the case of Revelation 20:10, forever means until the wicked are burned up and exist no more (see Malachi 4:1, 3 ). The consequences of sin, being separated from God, last forever.

1236 Counsels on Future Life, p. 89.5 (Ellen G. White Estate)

“Evil has been wrought by the heresy of eternal torment…. Eternal torment is one of the false doctrines, the wine of abominations ( Revelation 14:8; 17:2 ) which Babylon makes all nations drink.” Ellen White in From Here to Forever, pp. 330, 331

1237 Counsels on Future Life, p. 89.6 (Ellen G. White Estate)

Reflect: If hell were a place of eternal torment, what would that say about the character of God?

1238 Counsels on Lifestyle, p. 89 (Ellen G. White Estate)

Counsel #2 — Trauma-Driven Exposure

1239 Counsels on Lifestyle, p. 89.1 (Ellen G. White Estate)

Picture: Counsel #2 — Trauma-Driven Exposure

1240 Counsels on Lifestyle, p. 89.2 (Ellen G. White Estate)

Although many people watch pornography because they desire to, others are drawn into the stronghold due to experiencing past family trauma. For people …