Genesis chapter 1, verse 1

IN THE BEGINNING GOD created the heavens and the earth.

Genesis 1:1 from the first book of the Holy Scriptures

The Glory I had with You

Father, I want those You have given Me to be with me where I am, and to see My glory
 - the glory I had with You before the creation of the world.

from the Gospel of John chapter 17, verse 24 from the New Testament of the Holy Scriptures

Don't be Worried

DON'T BE WORRIED! Trust in God and Me  [Jesus Christ].

In My Father's kingdom are many mansions; if it were not so I would have told you!
I am going there to prepare a place for you.
And if I go to prepare a place for you, I will return for you and take you back to live with Me
in Heaven.

Gospel of John chapter 14, verses 1-3 found in the New Testament of Holy Scriptures

A Prayer

Dear Father, thank You for all the lovely people who are reading this blog. Please bless them mightily. Amen!

Neglect of Truth

IN THE TRUTH OF HIS WORD, God has given to humanity a revelation of Himself; and to all who accept them they are a shield against the deceptions of Satan.

 It is a neglect of these truths that has opened the door to the evils which are now becoming so widespread in the religious world.

 The nature and the importance of the law of God have been, to a great extent, lost sight of.

 A wrong conception...of the divine law...has resulted in lowering the standard of piety in the church.

  The Great Controversy p 465 E G White

The Christian Life

While the Christian's life will be characterized by humility, it should not be marked with sadness and self-depreciation.

...It is not the will of our heavenly Father that we should be ever under condemnation and darkness.

There is no evidence in true humility in going with the head bowed down and the heart filled with thoughts of self.

 We may go to Jesus and be cleansed, and stand before the law without shame and remorse.

"There is no condemnation to those who are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh but after the Spirit." Romans 8:1

From The Great Controversy p 477, E G White

Bright Stars

As the stars tell us that there is a great light in heaven with whose glory they are made bright, so Christians are to make it manifest that there is a God on the throne on the universe whose character is worthy of praise and imitation.

  The Great Controversy p 476, E G White

Self-indulgence

Professed Christians yearly expend an immense sum for useless and harmful self-indulgences, while souls are perishing for the word of life.

If all who profess to be followers of Christ were truly sanctified, their money, instead of being spent for needless and even hurtful self-indulgences, would be turned into the Lord's treasury.

Based on The Great Controversy, p 475, E G White

Why Satan gets a Headache

When you carry a Bible – Satan gets a headache
When you open the Bible – Satan collapses
When you read the Bible – Satan faints
When you live by the Bible – Satan runs away and hides
When you are about to share the Bible – Satan tries to discourage you.

First Timothy Thoughts

Now the Spirit explicitly states that in the last days some will depart from the faith by listening to corrupt spirits and demonic doctrines. 1 Timothy 4:1


If any one … does not believe the words of Jesus Christ … that person is conceited, and understands nothing. They are doting on controversies and semantics, resulting in envy, strife, and evil thoughts. They think godliness is only a path to monetary gain - for the love of money is the cause of all evil. 1 Timothy 6:3-5, 10

But you, O child of God, run away from evil and follow righteousness, godliness, faith, love, patience and humbleness. 1 Timothy 6:11

First Timothy is found in the New Testament of the Holy Scriptures

A Child is Born

A Star will come out of Jacob, and a Scepter will rise out of Israel. But you, Bethlehem, though you are small among the tribes of Judah, out of you will come One who will be Ruler over Israel, whose origins are from of old, from ancient times. Therefore, the Lord Himself will give you a sign: Behold a virgin will conceive and bear a Son and will name Him "Immanuel" [which means: God with us].

For unto us a Child is born, unto us a Son is given, and the government will be upon His shoulders. These will be His royal titles: Wonderful Counselor, the Mighty God, the Everlasting Father, the Prince of Peace. There will be no end to the increase of His government and peace.

He will judge your people with righteousness, your afflicted ones with justice. He will defend the afflicted and save the children of the poor and needy. He will crush the oppressor. He will deliver the needy who cry out, the afflicted who have no one to help. He will take pity on the weak, the poor, and the needy, and save them from death. His Name will endure forever - may it continue as long as the sun. All nations will be blessed through Him, and they will call Him blessed.


The above quotes are taken from these Bible texts: Numbers 24:17/ Micah 5:2/ Isaiah 7:14; 9:6-7/ Psalm 72:2,4,6,7,12,13,17

BAPTISM

Then Jesus went from Galilee to the Jordan River to be baptized by John. After He was baptized Jesus immediately came up out of the water and the heavens opened and he saw the Holy Spirit descending as a dove. A Voice from Heaven declared, "this is My Beloved Son in Whom I am well pleased."

As Philip and the eunuch traveled they came to a body of water. The eunuch said, "Look! Here is much water. What keeps me from being baptized?" And both Philip and the eunuch went down into the water and Philip baptized him. [Greek: "Baptizmos" - to completely immerse].

In baptism we show that we have been saved from death by Christ's death and resurrection. Our sins are not washed clean by the water, but in being baptized we are turning to God and asking Him to cleanse us from sin. In baptism we are buried with Christ and raised with Him through our faith in the power of God, who raised Jesus from the dead.

Don't you know that all who have been baptized into Christ Jesus were baptized into His death?! We were buried with Him through the water of baptism, that as Christ was resurrected from the dead by the glory of His Father, so we too may walk with Him in a new life.

For as many of you as have been baptized into Christ have put on Christ. In Christ there are no social classes: neither Jew or Gentile, slave or free, male or female. All are equal in Christ Jesus.

Jesus said, "Go therefore and make disciples of all nationalities. Baptizing them in the Name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Teaching them to observe all My Commandments. And I will be with you always, even to the end of the world. Anyone who believes and is baptized will be saved, but those who disbelieve will not be saved.

Now what are your intentions? Arise and be baptized and wash away your sins calling on the name of Jesus. To Him who loves us and has freed us from our sins by His shed blood. To Him be the glory and power forever and ever. Amen!


The above quotes are from these Bible texts: Matthew 3:13,16,17 / Acts 8:36,38 / 1 Peter 3:21 / Colossians 2:12 / Romans 6:35 / Galatians 3:27,28 / Matthew 28:19 / Mark 16:16 / Acts 22:16 / Revelation 1:5

Demon Harrassment

Before Andy left on a business trip I mentioned two problems: 1) my clothes hangars would fall off the rod by themselves hitting me on the head; and 2) no matter how many times I straightened my dining chair it was always at a 45 degree angle. Andy made a joke about it, saying not to worry. Still, I was concerned; it seemed unnatural. While Andy was gone the bizarre episodes continued.

One night, while Andy was gone, our cat began howling and crawling in counter clock-wise circles. Being unable to comfort her I turned out the light and prayed and prayed, then I went to sleep.

At about ten minutes after midnight I was awakened by a loud commotion in the kitchen, it sounded like someone rummaging through the silverware! Sitting up in bed, and thinking the cat was into mischief, I was surprised to find her lying by my side shaking. Being terrified of a possible prowler I prayed, and walked towards the kitchen constantly praying.

While passing the study, where I wrote out Bible tracts, my blood ran cold and my heart almost stopped. Standing transfixed, I noticed a very tall man gazing out the window. He was no ordinary man, his size indicated that - who was he? His presence and appearance was chilling. Praying that I would not see its face, I shakily walked to the kitchen turning on more lights and praying only to find the silverware in perfect order. In the dining room my chair was again at a 45-degree angle from the table.

Going through my home and constantly praying I made note that the windows and doors were all locked and found no prowler. In passing the study the second time the man was gone and the windows were all locked from the inside. In the bedroom the cat was still shaking so I knew she sensed evil too, then I prayed some more and read Scripture and fell into a troubled sleep.

Telling an Adventist doctor about this experience she had me repeat the experience several times then called the Adventist pastor who was familiar with such things. In retelling the experience, and answering their numerous questions, both the Pastor and doctor were convinced I was not fabricating the story. The pastor assured me that demon harassment and demon possession were two different things.

The pastor believed that Satan was harassing me because of the Bible tracts I was writing and my witnessing program.

All praise to the Lord for protecting me!

When Guilt Oppresses

...When guilt oppresses the soul and burdens the conscience...remember that Christ’s grace is sufficient to subdue sin and banish the darkness.

  Ministry of Healing page 250, E G White

How We Should be Treated

Christ was treated as we deserve, that we might be treated as He deserves.

  Desire of Ages 25, E G White

Man is Only Mortal

Man is only mortal, and while he feels himself too wise to accept Jesus, he will remain only mortal.

  The Faith I Live By 174, E G White

Trials Patiently Borne

Trials patiently borne, blessings gratefully received, meekness, kindness, mercy, and love, habitually exhibited, are the lights that shine forth in the character before the world, revealing the contrast with the darkness that comes of the selfishness of the natural heart.

  Patriarchs & Prophets 134, E G White




My right wrist was sprained this week, will not go into circumstances, please pray - I am in bad pain. DM

The Christmas Tree Song

In first grade, before Christmas break, we were taught the German song, "O, Tannenbaum" (Oh, Christmas Tree).

 That same week Dad flocked our Christmas tree snow-white, he did this in the garage.

Deciding to be helpful I rode my tricycle around and around Dad and the tree, shouting and singing at the top of my lungs, "O, Tannenbaum."

 Unfortunately, I never could get the German words right. My version was: “O Ton in Bomb, O Ton in Bomb, may Gooch in Diner Bladder Split!”

What we put our parents through!!

Too Important

If you think you are too important to help someone, you are only fooling yourself. You are not that important. (verse 3)

Pay careful attention to your own work, for then you will get the satisfaction of a job well done, and you won’t need to compare yourself to others. For we are each responsible for our own actions. (verses 4-5)

Don’t be misled – you cannot mock God’s justice. You will always harvest what you plant…. So let’s not get tired of doing good. At just the right time we will reap blessings if we don’t give up. Therefore, whenever you have the opportunity, you should do good to everyone. (verses 7-10)

May I never boast about anything except the cross of Jesus. Because of that cross, my interest in this world has been crucified. ...May God’s peace and mercy be upon all who live by this principle; they are the new people of God. (verses 14, 16).


The above are from verses in Galatians chapter 6.
Galatians is found in the New Testament of Holy Scripture