So often the most proud people, the most arrogant and pushy, are those who suffer from low self-esteem. Their arrogance and pride — and total lack of meekness or humility — exist as a cover, perhaps even unconsciously, for something lacking inside. What they need is something we all need: a sense of security, of … Continue reading –>
The most powerful examples of meekness in the crucible come from Jesus. When He said to come and “learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart” (Matthew 11:29), He meant it in ways we probably can’t imagine. Read 1 Peter 2:18-25. Peter is offering some surprising advice to slaves. He describes how Jesus responded … Continue reading –>
Someone once said: “Loving our enemies, then, does not mean that we are supposed to love the dirt in which the pearl is buried; rather it means that we love the pearl which lies in the dust … . God does not love us because we are by nature lovable. But we become lovable because … Continue reading –>
Read Exodus 32:1-14. What role do we find Moses playing here? After the people began worshiping the golden calf, God decided they had gone too far and announced that He would destroy the people and make Moses a great nation. But rather than taking up God’s offer, Moses pleaded for God to show grace to His … Continue reading –>
Oswald Chambers has said that we are to become “broken bread and poured-out wine” for others. What do you think he means by this? All through the Bible there are examples of people who were “broken” to serve others. Moses was called to endure unending waves of gossip and criticism as he led people to the … Continue reading –>
Sabbath Afternoon Read for This Week’s Study: Ezekiel 24:15-27, Exodus 32:1-14, Matthew 5:43-48, 1 Peter 2:18-25, Psalm 62:1-8. Memory Text: “Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth” (Matthew 5:5, NKJV). We don’t hear the word meek used much, except maybe when reading about Moses or studying the Beatitudes. It’s not hard to figure out why, either. Meekness is defined as “enduring … Continue reading –>
Part 9: Growing in Christ By Andrew McChesney After Mother’s baptism, Father faced a severe spiritual struggle. Evil spirits possessed him at night, and he struggled to sleep. Whenever he was possessed and saw Mother, the spirits spewed hatred at her. Father and Mother strengthened their faith by praying and studying the Sabbath School lesson … Continue reading –>
Further Thought: Read Ellen G. White, “Jehoshaphat,” Pages 190-203, in Prophets and Kings; “The Fall of Jericho,” Pages 487-498, in Patriarchs and Prophets. “Then let us educate our hearts and lips to speak the praise of God for His matchless love. Let us educate our souls to be hopeful and to abide in the light shining from the … Continue reading –>
You can view an in-depth discussion of A Life of Praise in the Hope Sabbath School class led by Pastor Derek Morris. Click on the image to view: With thanks to Hope Channel – Television that will change your life. (4)
Continue reading -->Read 2 Chronicles 20:1-30. As Jehoshaphat discovered, praise is a powerful weapon. After receiving the report that a “vast army” was coming against him, Jehoshaphat did not immediately jump to military action, but “resolved to inquire of the LORD” (2 Chronicles 20:3, NIV). As the people of Judah came to Jerusalem for a fast, Jehoshaphat admitted the … Continue reading –>
