2007 December
Editorial
Editorial – Ellen White’s Counsel Regarding the Controversy over the “Daily” Part III
“I [Ellen White] was instructed to say to you [A. G. Daniells] that your picking flaws in the writings of men that have been led of God is not inspired of God. And if this is the wisdom that Elder Daniells would give to the people,...
Bible
The song of Mary is a song for all the humble of all ages, and it is a song for all the proud of all ages. Mary said, “He has put down the mighty from [their] thrones . . . .” Verse 52, first part.
Salvation
The Worthlessness of Creature Merit, Part III
What is our only hope of salvation? Ellen White declared: “My only hope is in a crucified and risen Saviour. I claim the merits of the blood of Christ. Jesus will save to the uttermost all who put their trust in Him.”
Evangelism
“Servants of God, endowed with power from on high with their faces lighted up, and shining with holy consecration, went forth to proclaim the message from heaven.” Early Writings, 278, 279.
Doctrine
The Spirit of Prophecy in the Remnant Church
One who has had a living experience in connection with the work of the spirit of prophecy in this church finds no occasion to doubt its divine origin. The history of this movement reveals many instances where the Lord has used this gift for the preservation of His work.
Church
“By this time the 144,000 were all sealed and perfectly united.” A Word to the Little Flock, 14.
Inspiration
Inspiration – The Lord’s Supper and the Ordinance of Feet Washing
The administration of the sacrament of the Lord’s Supper is for the purpose of making a forcible illustration of the infinite sacrifice made for a sinful world, and for us individually, as a part of that great whole of fallen humanity, before whose eyes Christ has evidently been set forth crucified among them.
Children's Story
Children’s Corner – A Baby’s Hug
Suddenly a very old smelly man and a very young baby consummated their love and kinship. Erik in an act of total trust, love, and submission laid his tiny head upon the man’s ragged shoulder.
Nature
Nature Nugget – Moth Deceptions
Metalmark moths have wing markings that resemble the markings on jumping spiders which prey on them. The moths further the resemblance by behaving like the jumping spiders.
Health
Restoring the Temple – Vegetarian Foods
World-renowned figures as diverse as philosophers Plato and Nietzsche, political leaders Benjamin Franklin and Gandhi, and pop icons Paul McCartney and Bob Marley have all advocated a vegetarian diet.
Food
Food – Protein and the Vegan Diet
Some Americans are obsessed with protein. Vegans—individuals who refrain from eating all animal products—are bombarded with questions about where they get their protein.
Recipe
2 1/2 cups celery, chopped 3 medium onions, chopped 3 Tablespoons oil 3 Tablespoons water 3/4 cup walnuts, chopped 3/4 cup pecan or sunflower meal 3 cups dried bread cubes 3 cups soy milk or whizzed tomatoes 1 1/2 teaspoons salt 1 1/4 teaspoons sweet basil 1/2 teaspoon sage Sauté together the first four ingredients. ... Read more
Bible Study Guides
Bible Study Guides – Humanity’s Fall
December 30, 2007 - January 5, 2008 - “Ever since the fall of man, Christ had been the Revealer of truth to the world. By Him the incorruptible seed, ‘the word of God, which liveth and abideth forever,’ is communicated to men. 1 Peter 1:23.
Bible Study Guides
Bible Study Guides – Jesus Christ Our Only Hope
January 6, 2008 - January 12, 2008 - Every soul may say: ‘By His perfect obedience He has satisfied the claims of the law, and my only hope is found in looking to Him as my substitute and surety, who obeyed the law perfectly for me.
Bible Study Guides
Bible Study Guides – Jesus Christ—Fully God
January 13, 2008 - January 19, 2008 - “That we might become acquainted with His divine character and life, Christ took our nature and dwelt among us. Divinity was revealed in humanity; the invisible glory in the visible human form.”
Bible Study Guides
Bible Study Guides – The Divinity of Christ—Confessions
January 20, 2008 - January 26, 2008 - How did Jesus give evidence of His divinity? John 10:24–29. Note: “The blessed Bible gives us a knowledge of the great plan of salvation, and shows us how every individual may have eternal life."
All Bible texts, unless appearing in quoted references or otherwise identified, are from the New King James Version.