sdarm bible study 2nd qtr. 1943

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Lesson No. I-Sabbath, April 3, 1943REFORMATION. AMONG GOD'S PEOPLE

QUESTIONS1. How does Christ, the True Witness, describe the spiritualcondition of Laodicea? Rev. 3:15.2. Because of Laodicea's spiritual apathy and barrenness,

what did Christ declare He would be compelled to do?Rev. 3:16.3. What has the Lord, through His servant, declared is theI!;reat need of the last church? Rev. 3:19.

NOTE: "We need a thorough reformation in all ourchurches. The converting power of God must come into thechurch. Seek the Lord earnestly, put away your sins, andtarry in Jerusalem till ye be endowed with power from onhigh."-T.M., p. 443.4. What kind of a reformation has the Lord's servantpointed Gut as being needed? Jer. 6:16. First part.

NOTE: "I have been hoping that there would be athorough reformation, and that the principles for which wefought in the early days, and which were brought out inthe power of the Holy Spiri t, would be maintained."-"Testimonies," Series B, No.2, p. 56.5. What will take place among Laodicea as a result of this

reformation?ANSWER: "I asked the meaning of the shaking I had. seen, and was shown that it would be caused by the

straight testimony called forth by the counsel of the TrueWitness to the Laodiceans."-E.W., p. 270.6. Who has the Lord, through His servant, declared will be

shaken out?ANSWER: "The mighty shaking has commenced and

will go on, and all .will be shaken out who are not willing


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3to take a bold and unyielding stand for the truth, and tosacrifice for God and His cause."-E.W., p. 50.7. Will those who are shaken out constitute the greater part

of th-e church?ANSWER: "The greater part (of the Laodicean's) are

lukewarm professors, having a name but no zeal."-Vol. 4,p. 87.8. Because of this fact, how does the Lord call those who

are faithful to Him? Joel 2:32; Zeph. 3:13.9. According to the foregoing questions from what church

will the nucleus of th'e last remnant be made up? Rev.3:20.ANSWER: From the faithful among Laodicea.

10. What call to all the fallen churches of Babylon will thisnucleus give? Rev. 18 :1-4.

11. What promise regarding every honest soul has the Lordgiven?ANSWER: "Every jewel will be brought out al1d

gathered, for the hand of the Lord is set to recover theremnant of His people, and He will accomplish His workgloriously. . . . The light will shine, and all who are honestwill leave the fallen churches, and take their stand withthe remnant."-E.W., pp. 70, 261.

Lesson No.2-Sabbath, April 10, 1943GROWING IN GRACE, WISDOM, AND POWER

QUESTIONS1. What testimony did Paul give at his conversion? Phil.3:7, 8.2. What was the g'osp'el of Christ unto him? Rom. 1:16.3. How did Jesus proclaim the gospel message? Matt. 7:28,29.


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4NOTE: "Christ spoke with authority. Every truth

essential for the people to know He proclaimed with theunfaltering assurance of certain knowledge. . . . The statements that He made were truths established by personalknowledge. . . . In His teachings He dwelt upon the unchangeable principles of God's word. He magnified thesimple, practical truths that the common people couldunderstand and bring into the daily experience."-Vol. 8,p. 201.4. In what way may grace and peace be increased in thechildren of God? 2 Peter 2:1.5. What will a true knowledge of God and of Jesus Christ

assure to the believer? John 17:3.NOTE: "The experimental knowledge of God and of

Jesus Christ whom He has sent, transforms man into theimage of God. I t gives to man the mastery of himself,'bringing every impulse and passion of the lower natureunder the control of the higher powers of the mind. I tmakes its possessor a son of God and an heir of heaven.It brings him into communion with the mind of the Infinite,and' opens to him the rich treasures of the universe."C.O.L., p. 114.6. Through what means may one who has been regenerated,

partake of the nature of Christ? 2 Peter 1:4.7. Enumerate the graces that are to be added during the

development of one's character? 2 Peter 1:5-7.NOTE: "In the second letter addressed by Peter to

those who had obtained 'like precious faith' with himself,the apostle sets forth the divine plan for the developmentof Christian character. . . . These words are full of instruction, and strike the keynote of victory. . . . Faith, virtue,knowledge, temperance, patience, godliness, brotherly kindness, and charity are the rounds of the ladder. Wearesaved by climbing round after round, mounting step bystep, to the height of Christ's ideal for us. He is made


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5unto us wisdom, and righteousness, and sanctification, andredemption."-A.A., pp. 529, 530.8. What wonderful results will accrue to those who culti

yate the graces of the spirit? 2 Peter 1:8.9. But if anyone lacks th-ese graces, what is his condition?2 Peter 1:9.10. What is the blessed promise to the child of God who

adds grace to grace? 2 Peter 1:10.NOTE: "The love and grace of God! Oh, precious.grace! more valuable than fine gold. It elevates and

ennobles the spirit beyond all other principles, and setsthe affections upon Heaven. . . . Converse with God andcontemplation of things above, transform the soul into thelikeness of Christ."-Vol. 2, p. 145.

son No. 3-Sabba1h, A -n 17, 1943; CONFESSING AND FORGIVING

QUESTIONS1. When w'e c()nfess our sins, what has God promised to

do? 1 John 1:9.2. Through what means is it p o s s i b l ~ for our sins to be

forgiven? 1 J()hn 2:1, 2.3. T() whom should sins be confessed?39:9. Ps. 51:4; Gen.

NOTE: "It is no degradation for man to bow downbefore his Maker and confess his sins, and plead for forgiveness through the merits of a crucified and risen Saviour.It is noble to acknowledge your wrong before Him whomyou have wounded by transgression and rebellion. I t l i f ~ syou up before men and angels; for 'he that humbleth himself shall be exalted.' "-Vol . 5, p. 638.4. T() whom should we confess our faults? James 6:16.


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NOTE: "Confess your sins to God, who only can forgive them, and your faults to one another. I f you havegiven offense to your friend or neighbor, you are to acknowledge your wrong, and it is his duty to freely forgiveyou."-Vol. 5, p. 639.5. Is i t ever one's duty to tell another of his faults? Matt.18 :15; Lev. 19 :17.

NOTE: "Do not suffer sin upon your bro ther; but donot expose him, and thus increase the difficulty, makingthe reproof seem like a revenge. Correct him in the wayoutlined in the word of God."-Vol. 7, pp. 260, 261.6. When this is done, what spirit should be mallifc


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life ofQUESTIONS

Lesson No. 4-Sabbat.h, April 24, 1943OF THE TONGUE.

How is a p e r s o n a l ~ U o l o ~ ~ : ; w ~ ~ ~ ~ ~God's children? 'Eph. 4:22. W

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with the erring: ' I f thy brother trespass against thee, rebuke him; and, i he repent, forgive him.' "-C.O.L., p. 249.10., When Jesus was crucified, what pirit d i HJ.L r

toward His enemies? Luke 23: q " ... ....""'..,..,

3. Who, did James say is 8 perfect man? James 3:1 2.,NOTE: "The given us by the religion

of Christ is ~ Our natural propensitiesmust be I . , g ~ t r o ~ ! i ! . . d , or we can n e v e ~ v e r , o m e as Christovercam,e."-Vo1. 4, p. 2 3 5 a ~ - /4. How does James describe the t ~ g u e : - : n d were y ~

our body defiled?, James 3 :5, 6. 7:1 tt:- ' 5. What pic u does the apostle use to show tha it isnecessary to govern the tongue? James 3:3, 4.

6. Is victory .over the sin of the tongue possible. Gen.4:7; ,ghil" 4. it.. fe-4.t.# )NOTE: " I f th h e a l ' ~ ( .rightl your words, your dress,

your a ~ t s , will al l t. True godliness is lacking. Iwould not dishono my Master so much as to admit that acareless, trifling, l'ayerless person is a Christian. No; aChristian has vi tory over his besetments, over his passions.There is a re dy for the sin-sick soul. That remedy is inJesus. Prec'ous Saviour! His grace is sufficient for theweakest; ,d the strongest must also have His grace orperish." 01. 1, p. 158.

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NOTE: "Die daily to self, keep your tongue as with abridle, !!9p t rol your words, cease your murmurings and complaints, let not one word of censure escape your lips. I fthis requires a great effort, . IJ f i t you will be repaid inso doing."-Vol. 1, p. 699.

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he callho does Solomon say is fool, and who doeswise? ~ o v . 10:18, 19.;"" ).,..,rw. A . ~ : NT- ,What should Goil'S' children ever keep in mind?12:37.

lt4 ...aAJ,--"'''''''-"'........~ . ( . ~ .,-8.CWhat does the Lord say of those who speak evil of their

eighbor!';? Ps. 101 :5..9. What does Solomol). say is in the power of the tongu'e?

Provo 18:2(1 . ~ j6*3710. What duty s given to every member of God's family?

G a l . ~NOTE: "As Chris t has pitied and helped us in our weak

ness and sinfulness, so should we pity and help others.Many are perplexed with doubt, burdened with infirmities,weak in faith, and unable to grasp the unseen; but a friendwhom they can see, coming to them in Chris t's s tead, canbe as a connecting link to fasten their trembling faith uponGod. Oh, this is a blessed work to do! Let riot pride andselfifhness prevent us from doing the good which we maydo, ~ we will work in Christ's name, and with a loving,tender spirit."-Vol. 5, p. 246.11.12.

~ ) 13. In which way are we ins tructed to deal with the erring?:,1. " " ~ . . : . - Matt. 18 :15-18. . -J N _ 1...6.-..-...k-~ r - - ~ - h , . . . u . ~ 1 ~ ~ 4 . . . ~ / . :k, - l "..t ~ L e s s o n No.5-Sabbath, May 1, 1943 ' / -; ~ . : ; - _ .. P A . T U i ~ C f ! e:g'-' 1-/ --z:c--L.:j QUESTIONS'1 '7 1. What has the word to say in regard to the gJ;ace of

t ? J ~ P ~ ~ ~ ~ 1 : 8 ; : a : . : ; . ~ e ; l L ,4 ~ / " ' : " O ~ ~ .

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Provo

9NOTE: "Through conflict the spiritual l ife" is

strengthened. "Trials well borne will ~ e v e l o p steadfastnessof character, and precious spiritual graces. T e t.-. . of fait me s and ave often matures s amidstorm-clouds and arkness. The husbandman aiteth forthe precious fruit of the earth, and hath long atience forit, until he receive the early and latter r a i . So theChristian is to wait with patience for the f ition, in hislife, of the word of God. Often when we pray for thegraces of the Spirit, God works to answer ur prayers byplacing us in circumstances to 4 : - v ~ t ese fruits; butwe do not understand His purpose, and nder, and aredismayed. Yet none can develop thes graces exceptthrough the process of g r ~ t h and - ,eating. Ourpart is to receive God's Wor and to a ast, yieldingourselves fully to .l1. control, and its purpose in us willbe accomplished."-lr.""O.L., p. 61.2. How are( ati1?,ce and impatience contrasted?

14:29. N ,,1. (ell,3. What does the trial of the true believer's faith accomplish? James 1:3; Rom. 5 : 3 ( f ' . . A - _ ~

4. What grace naturally f o l l o w s ~ l l ! . f e r a n ~ e 1 t 2 Peter 1:NOTE: "I entreat you, for Christ's sail , to set ur

house in order. Let the truth of heavenly origin elevateand sanctify you, soul, body, and spirit. 'Abstain fromfleshly lusts, which war against the soul.' Brother G.,your eating and drinking has a tendency to strengthen thebaser passions. You do not perfect holiness in the fear ofGod. c in eating and drinking prac-tice can be a _ p ~ man. Remember thatyo . en to your ch1'Tciren," in a great degree, thestamp of" your own character. You should guard yourselves, and not be harsh, severe, or impatient. Deal withthem decidedly, yet patiently, lovingly, pityingly, as Jesushas dealt with you."-Vol. 2, p. 405.5. What 'eSsential test in character development is set

forth in the Word? James 3:2.


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106. What counsel is given to those who would run theChristian race? Heb. 12:1, 2.

7. What does the Word say regarding t e who endure--those who are patient? James 5:11; Matt. 10:22.

NOTE: "In the epistle to the Hebrews is pointed outthe single-hearted purpose that should characterize theChris tian 's race for eternal life: 'Let us lay aside everyweight, and the sin which doth so easily beset us; and let usrun with patience the race that is set before us, lookingunto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith.' Envy,malice, evil-thinking, evil-speaking, covetousness,-these areweights - that the Christian must lay aside if he wouldrun successfully the race for immortality. Every habit orpractice that leads into sin and brings dishonor uponChrist, must be put away, V'Lhat.lEvg.r the sacrifice. Theblessings of heaven cannot atrei'i'd any man in viola ting theeternal principles of right. ..Ql:l.lc sip cherished is sufficientto work degradation of character, and to mislead others."-A.A. , p. 312.

8. What will be one of the important characteristics of thetrue Remnant Church? Rev. 14:12.

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For what glorious event are the children of God exhortedto patiently w ~ i t ? 2 Thess. 3:5 ; James 5:7, 8.'Vhen the Lord appears in the clouds of heaven, whatwill His waiting people say? Isa. 25 :9.

Lesson No.6-Sabbath, May 8, 1943FAITH AND ITS MYSTERY

~ . Q U E S T ~ O N S / b - / ~ - & { J1. What is the definition of faith? Heb. ' 1 i H ~ ; f ~ '2. What is _the foundation of true faith? Rom. 10 :17-/4tA/1?Y{)3. I f w'e possess true faith, what else will we have? Rom.

5:2, 5; 8 :24-('j"'n"'::e,,- ~ -;


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114. What will be seen in the lire of tho e who possess a liv

ing faith? 1 John 5:4.(1'.whry...)/.NOTE: "Is 'Jesus t ~ u e ? Does He mean what He says?

: A n s ~ r decidedly, Yes,' every word. Then if you havesettled this, by faith claim every promise that He hasmade, and receive the bie sing; for this acceptance by faithgives life to the soul. YoU" may believe that Jesus is trueto you, even though you feel yourselves to be .the weakestand most unworthy of His children. And as you believe,all your dark, brooding doubts are thrown back upon thearchdeceiver, who originated them. You can be a greatblessing, if you will take God at His word. By living faithyou are to trust Him, even though the impulse is strongwithin you to speak words of distrust."-T.M., p. 517.5. What is the result of genuine faith? James 2 : 2 0 - 2 2 ~ )6. Why cannot so many people to-day disceJn between truth

and error? James 1 : 5 - 7 ' ( / 7 o . C c ~ ~ 7 ' o - - c / . )7. What counsel did Paul give to T i m ~ h y ? 1 Tim. 1:18,

19. ( b - ~ , a . , ~ 7 7 ~8. Why have souls in the past made shipwreck of their...-->

faith? 1 Tim. 4:1; 2 Thess. 2:10 l a s ~ ~ ~ ~NOTE: "Those who have had g r ~ g h t and p r e c i o u s ~ r

privileges, but have not improved them, will, under one pre-text or another, go out from us. Not having received thelove of the truth, they will be taken in the delusions ofthe enemy; they will give heed to seducing spirits anddoctrines of devils, and will depart from the faith."-Vol.6, pp. 400, 401.9. What relationship to God does faith estab lish? Gal.3 : 2 6 . ( ~ ~ ~ )10. Upon what condition may one e X P ~ ~ I ~ . ~ ~ ~ r s to

pra.yer? James 1:6. ( ' ~ 7 ~ r - - ~ ' ; -NOTE: "After the prayer is made, if the answer isnot realized immediately, do not weary of waiting, and


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12become unstable. Waver not. Cling to the promise,'Faithful is He that called you, who also will do it.' Likethe importunate widow, urge your case, being firm inyour purpose. Is the object important and of great con-sequence to you? I t certainly is. Then waver not; foryour faith may be tried. I f the thing you desire is valuable, it is worthy of a strong earnest effort. You have thepromise, watch and pray. Be steadfast, and the prayerwill be answered; for is it not God who has promised? I fit costs you something to obtain it, you will prize it themore when obtained."-Vol. 2, p. 131.11. What chapter in the Bibloe is devoted to faith?

ANSWER: The eleven.tJl ...H e b r ~ s . , Tellabout the victories of the heroes of faith which are foundin this chapter. ~ a ) I / : ; ; ; ' )12. What is the ultimate purpose of faith? 1 Peter 1 :8, 9.

Lesson No. 7-Sabbath, May 15, 1943PRAYER

QUESTIONS1. How is prayer defined in the Word and in the Testi-

monies?ANSWER:. (1) Ps. 142:1. (2) "Prayer is the openingof the heart to God as to a friend." . . . "Prayer is the key

in the hand of faith to unlock Heaven's storehouse."Vol. 4, p. 533; S.C., p. 99.2. What instruction, regarding prayer, is given to the people

of God? Luke 21:36; 1 Thess. 5:17; Col. 4:2.NOTE: "Perseverance in prayer has been made a con-

dition 0:( receiving. We must pray always, if we wouldgrow in faith and experience."-S.C., p. 101.3. Why is it essential for God's children to be diligent in

prayer? 1 Peter 5:8.


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13NOTE: "Without unceasing prayer and dil igent watch

ing, we are in danger of growing careless and of deviating from the right path. The adversary seeks continuallyto obstruct the way to the mercy seat, that we may not byearnest supplication and faith obtain grace and power toresist temptation."-S.C., p. 99.4. Where do the children of God gain their greatest vic

tories? Gen. 32 :24-29.NOTE: "True faith and true prayer-how strong they

are! They are as two arms by which the human suppliantlays hold upon the power of Infinite Love."-G.W., p.259.5. What example in prayer did the Saviour leave us? Mark

1:35; Luke 22:44; Heb. 5:7.6. Does God always answer the prayers of His children

immediately? Acts 4:31; Luke 1:13.7. What condition must be met before God can answerprayer? 1 John 3 :22; 5 :14, 15.8. What prevents the Lord from hearing some prayers?Provo 28:9; James 1:6, 7; Ps. 66:18.

NOTE: "Many who profess the faith know not whattrue conversion is. . . . Pra,ying and sinning, sinning andpraying, their lives are full of malice, deceit, envy, jealousy,and self-love. The prayers of this class are an abominationto God."-Vol. 4, pp. 534, 535.9. How does the Lord encourage those who pray when in

trouble? Ps. 46:1, 2; 107:6.10. When we pray, whose example should we avoid follow

ing? Matt. 6:5-7.NOTE: "Both in public and private worship, it is our

privilege to bow on our knees before the Lord when weoffer our petitions to Him." . . . "The prayers offered inpublic should be short 'and to the poin t."-G.W., pp. 178,175.


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1411. What instruction does the Saviour give concerning the

proper place for prayer? Matt. 6:8; 18 :19, 20.12. As they..pray, what spirit should God's children mani

fest? What result will follow if this instruction isheeded? Phil. 4:5-7.

Lesson No.8-Sabbath, May 22, .1943CHRISTIANITY IN THE HOME

QUESTIONS1. What sp ir it should each member of the family possess?

l ' Peter. 3:8.NOTE: "A Christian must have a sanctified tenderness

and love, in which there is no impatience or fretfulness.. . . . Let the spirit of controversy cease, at home and inthe church. . . . . Be a Christian, for the very principlesthat characterize the home life will be carried into thechurch."-Vol. 5, p. 335.2. How should each regard the other? Phil. 2:3; Rom.12:10.3. What counsel is given regarding our "speech"? Col.4:6.4. What is said of a "soft a n s w ~ r " ? What is the effect of

"grievous words"? Provo 15:1, 2, 4.5. To what are words "fitly spoken" likened? Provo 25:11.

NOTE: "Words and actions have a telling power, andthe long hereafter will show. the effect of our life here.The impression made by our words and deeds will surelyreact upon ourselves in blessing or in cursing. This thoughtgives an awful solemnity to life, and should draw us to Godin humble prayer that He will guide us by His wisdom."P.P., p. 556. .


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156. How should the husband esteem the wife? Eph. 5:2528; 1 Peter 3:7.7. How is the wife instructed concerning her conduct?

Eph. 5 :22, 23.8. In training their children, what object should parents

have in view? Ps. 144:12.9. How are parents warned with regard to the disciplining

of their children? Eph. 6:4.NOTE: "Never should parents cause their children pain

by harshness or unreasonable exactions. Harshness drivessouls into Satan's net. . . . Remember that children neednot only reproof and correction, but encouragement andcommendation, the pleasant sunshine of kind words. . . .I f milder measures prove insufficient, punishment that willbring the child to its senses should in love be administered. . . to show the child that he does not hold the lines ofcontrol."-C.T., pp. 114, 116.10. What promise is given those who train their children

correctly? Provo 22 :6.NOTE: "Believing parents, you have a responsible work

before you, to guide the footsteps of your children, even intheir religious experience. When they truly love God, theywill bless and reverence you for the care which you havemanifested for them, and for your faithfulness in restraining their desires and subduing the ir wil ls ."-VoI. 1, p. 403.11. What Commandm'ent presents the child's duty toward

his parents? Ex. 20:12.12. How are the youth instructed with regard to obedience?Provo 1:8.13. In what ways is the Christian youth to he an example

to others? 1 Tim. 4:12; Titus 2:7; 8.14. Who is the perfect Pattern for the Christian home? 1

Peter 2:21, 22.


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17ANSWER: "Parents (should) take care to keep their

children with them in !te house of God." . . . "Teach themto have the highest re erence for the house of God."-Vol.2, p. 481; Vol. 5, p. 494.8. What admonition is given to thos'e who are inclined to

sleep during worship?ANSWER: "Let none come to the place of worship to

take a nap. There should be no sleeping in the house ofGod."-Vol. 6, p. 361.9. When worship is over, what should the congregation do?

ANSWER: "Let all pass out without jostling or loudtalking, feeling that they are in the presence of God, thatHis eye is resting upon them."-Vol. 5, p. 494.10. What lofty thoughts fill the soul of every true wor

shipper?ANSWER: "To the humble believing soul, the house of

God on earth is the gate of heaven. The song of praise,the prayer, the words spoken by Christ's representatives,are God's appointed agencies to prepare a people for thechurch above."-Vol. 5, p. 491.

Lesson No. 10-Sabbath, June 5, 1943"LET Y ~ t ~ S H I N E ' J P ~ . . . l ' Y '

QUESTIONS M ' ~ . J.'1. Who is the light of. the world? 'John 9 f s ' ~ #.: /r:( .0 . - 'J tfJ/J.St.2. How shall t h o s e ( w a l ~ who follow Christ? John 8:12.3. In what d a n g ~ are those who do not walk in t ~ light?

John 12 :35.(JNOTE: "Those who will not when the Lord calls

them, but who wait for more certain evidence and morefavorable opportl;lnities, will walk in darkness, for the lightwill be withdrawn. The evidence given one day, if rejected,m ~ never be repeated,"-Vol. 3, p. 258.


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18 41.. ;5--.15:4. In what way did the Saviour let His ~ ~ ' t shine? Acts10:38. ~ ~

5. What did '- esus sa,y His peopl are? Matt. 5:14.NOTE: " I t is the purpose of God to glori fy Himself in

His people before the world. He expects those who bearthe name of Christ to represent jn J . b o ~ , word, _anddeed. Their. thoug.hts are to be pure -a'hd their words nbb1el\. and uplifting-;- d r ~ i n g those around them n ~ i r ~ r . , J ~ ~ I i l H r The religion of Christ is to be interwoven with

~ t h a t they do and say."-'-'Vol. 9, p. 21.6. How are God's people to make use of the light He hasgiven them? Matt. 5:16; 2 Cl!.r. 4.;6. 6. (!JZ'-/5";""d.7.-, How was l h - ' 1 ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ A : : ~ . r : ! d ! . . ~ ~Jlcts 1 : 8 . ~ ~ . . .8. What commission was given to them and to us? Mark

" 16:15.9. What do we know of the success with which Heavenblessed the work of the apostolic church? Col. 1:23.NOTE: "Notwithstanding the fierce opposition that the

disciples met, in "a short time the gospel of" the kingdomhad been sounded to all ..the in.haJ1ited ,{l,arts.-9f the earth.:'-Vol . 8, p. 15. . . ~ . , 9 r . : . l , i ~ .. -- .....10. What solemn and t i m ~ call ~ G o d g i v i ~ g to His.church.?

to-day? lsa.60:1. ~ _ { ~ ~ ~11. What results does the Lord promise to His people when

His call is heeded? Isa. 60:2-6. 64.....6 ~ t r J . d d r ~ ' ..12. When ))hould we begin to let our light s ne? Matt.21:28. ~ . d 7 /

13. In what way did. J e s u ~ . h O ~ ' : ~ ~ ~ e 1 l f - us to work"to-day"? John 9:4. , y ; 4 ~ !. - u ~ ... _NOTE: "Christ says, 'Go work to-day in my vineyard.'. Soon He will arise in majesty to shake terribly theearth. Jl special message is.. to be borne, a message


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19that will pierce the ~ ~ a l k n e and convict and convert souls. 'H&ie thee, flee for thy life,' is the call tobe given those dwelling in sin. We must be terriblyin earnest."-Vol. 8, p. 36.14. What promises are given to those who scatter the seoeds

of truth ~ a souls to Christ? Ps. 126:5, 6; Dan. 12:3.Lesson No. l l -Sabbath, June 12, 1943

THE CHARACTER OF GOD AND THE ,STANDARD OF HEAVEN t ! Y t : v J ~ /1

/ #9& / O : / ~ ' /QUESTIONS / - /1. When God was at one time speaking to Moses, what did

He say regarding His character? Lev. 19:1, 2.2. What testimony concerning the character of His Fatherdid Jesus bear? Matt. 5:48.3. What is the w i t n ~ s s &f the heavenly creatures as to the

character &f God? Rev. 4:8.4. While in vision, how was God's chosen servant, Sister

White, impressed with the holiness of His character?ANSWER: "I saw:, a light .coming from the glory thatencircled the Father, and 'as ''it approached near me, my

'body t rembled and -shook like a leaf. I thoug:ht that if itshould come near me I would be struck out of existence;but the light passed me. Then could I have some sense of,the great and terrible God with whom we have to do. Isaw then what' faint views some have of the holiness ofGod."-E.W., p. 70.5. In what words did the ancient p r o p h ~ t Jeremiah des

cribe Ute characttr. of the then coming, Messiah? Jer.23:5, 6.6. How do certain of the apostles refer to the character ofChrist, the Son of God? Acts 4 :27; Heb. 7:26; 1 Peter'2:21, 22.


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207. What, no doubt, was the truthful witrress of the world,.as. borne in a representative way by Pilate, as to the

cha racte r of Christ ? John 19 :4.8. How does the spirit of prophecy portray the Saviour's

character?ANSWER: "The life of Christ reveals a n j @ ' 1 i ~ ~ r ~ c h a r a c t e r . " ... "He is in ~ in ~ ; ~ u s -in ~ ' - V o l . 6, p. 60; Vol. 7, p. 50.

9. What does the Saviour say regarding the character ofthe angels? Luke 9:26. How does the spirit of prophecydescribe the holy angels' attitude toward unholiness?ANSWER: "What warning can I give to a people who

profess to have come out from the world, and to have leftits works of da rkness? To a people whom God has madethe repositories of His law, but who, like the pretentiousfig-tree, flaunt their apparently flourishing b'I'lH'Hmes in thevery face of the Almighty, yet bear no fruit to the gloryof God? Many of them cherish impure JihOllghW, unholyi ~ W $ i n U i o ! l l i . , unsanctified ~ and base I;liilliiw Godhates the fruit borne upon such trees. A n g e l s , ~ and

. look upon the course of such with abhorrence, while""&ttaii exults."-Vol. 5, p. 146.10. In what impressive language does th'e prophet Daniel

describe the scene of the Judgment which is now goingon in heaven? Dan. 7:9, 10.

11. What solemn pronouncement is soon to be made inheaven? Rev. 22:11, 12.NOTE: "Though all nations are to pass in judgment be

fore God, yet He will examine the case of iwaivillllalwith as close and searching scrutiny as if there were notanother being--upon the earth. , y : e r ~ sn,,\i must be tested,and found without spot or wrinKle or any such th ings ."G.C., p. 490.12. What standard must thos'e who are preparing to meetGod now reach? Matt. 5:8; Heb. 12 :14.


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21NOTE: "Let all remember that God is holy, and thatnone but holy beiW shall ever dwell in His presence."-E.'\V:, p. 71. S/0 .# , o / ~Lesson No. 12--'-Sabbath, june 19, 1943

~ ~ . a . I ~ R E A C H GOD'S STANDARD?. Q U E S T I O N ~ o r e U _ e.tA. . ~ ~ : : . : . : : : : : : : ~

1. What does Paul declare Gpd ym concerning us is?1 Thess. 4:3 (first p a r t ) . M ' a / ~ ' ? H ~ / 6 ' - ( ) : t . j ~ i ?. " JSf.,

2. And again, how does Paul, in the same epistle, instructus regarding God's standard for His people? 1 Thess.4:7.

3. In what words does the great apostle once again revealGod's demand for righteous l i v i ~ g on teart o!L-Hispeople? Titus 2:11, 1 2 . j " d ~ - - . / - ~


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22NOTE: "It is impossible for us, of ourselves, to escape

from the pit of sin in which we are sunken. Our heartsare evil, and we can not change them. . . . There mustbe a power . u J { L I J , g . , J n ~ a U t l l ~ , a new life from above,before men can be challged from sin to holiness. That 1power is Christ. HisgAce alone can quicken the lifeless 4... 1faculties of the soul, and attract it to God, to holiness." . ; '-S.C. , pp. 20, 21. \7. How dll1ls Peter point out in the plan of salvation an-

other vital ste which makes possible the living of a .sinless life? 2 I ' 1 :1-4. . \NOTE: "Not even by h did Jesus yield' to ")(temptation. So it may be with Christ's humanity w united with divinity; He was fitted e confli;3Ybytheindwelling of the Holy Spirit. And He ca .to make uspartakers of the divine nature. ~ " J ~ , ayvie .

faithK sin has no more d o ~ r 6 n over us. 0;{Amd of faiiib. in us Vfo .Iay fast hold uponthe divinity of Christ, that we may attain to perfectionof character."-D.A., p. 123.8. In what way does John disclose to the believer the os

sibility of holiness in this life? 1 John 3:2, 3 .v.........UoI',fo&'1"'-NOTE: "Through repentance, faith, and good works,

man may perfect a righteous character, and claim, throughthe merits of Christ, the privileges of the sons of God. Theprinciples of divine truth, received and cherished in theheart, will carry us to a height of moral excellence that wehad not deemed it possible to reach."-Vol. 4, p:.294.9. What does Jude declare the SaviourAs avle to dofor the

IYeliever? Jude 1 : 2 4 . j 7 m ~ ~ ~ ' l ! t / ~NOTE: "The plan of redemption contemplates our

complete recovery from the power of Satan. Christ alwayss the contrite soul from sin. He came to destroyt h iVor {s of the devil, and He has made provision thatthe 1.01 irit shall '111 rte to every repentant soul,to keep him from sinnmg. - .w.., p. 311.

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r - 23Lesson No. 13-Sabbath, June 26, 1943GOD'S PEOPLE A HOLY PEOPLE.

QUESTIONS1. What was Christ's most important work for His people?

Matt. 1:21.2. What is one of the first requirements which God mak>es

of His people, the faithful performance of which stampsthem as His own? Jer. 11:1-5.NOTE: "Not by its name, but by its fruit, is the value

of a tree determined. I f the fruit is worthless, the namecannot save the tree from destruction. John declared tothe Jews that their standing before God was to be decidedby their character and life. Profession was worthless. I ftheir life and character were not in harmony with God'slaw, the,y were not His people."-D.A., p. 107.3. What is another identifying mark which will ever beseen in God's true and obedient people? Ex. 19 :5.4. And what is still another and all-important outstanding

characteristic of God's peculiar people? Deut. 14 :2.5. What' does the prophet' Zephaniah point out as being

vcry important ml}rks to be seen in God's remnantpeople? Zeph. 3 :12, 13.

true remnantRev. 12:17.6. What is the familiar descriptiopeople whom the prophet John pres7. In the expcri .mce of the apostolic church, what special

and very beautiful distinguishing mark of God's holyChurch is revealed? Acts 4 :32.NOTE: "Every Chris tian saw in his brother the divine

similitude of benevolence and love. One' interest prevailed.One object swallowed up al l others. All hearts beat in harmony. The only ambition of the believers was to reveal thelikeness of Christ's character, and to labor for the enlargement of His kingdom."-C.O.L., p. 120.


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248. In what words does Paul point out another distinctcharacteristic of the true people of God? 1 Cor. 14:33,40.

9. How does Isaiah doescribe another particular prominentdistinction to be seen in God's loyal people? Isa. 62 :&,7.NOTE: "The true people of God, who have the spirit of

the work of the Lord, and the salvation of souls at heart,will ever view sin in its real, sinful character. They willalways be on the side of faithful and plain dealing withsins which easily beset the people of God. Especially inthe closing work for the church, in the sealing time of theone hundred and forty-four thousand who are to standwithout fault before the throne of God, will they feel mostdeeply the wrongs of God's professed people."-Vol. 3, p.266.10. Sumnl'cd up, what is the exalted standard that God's

true people are to reach ,.t this time?ANSWER: "I saw that none could share the re freshing

unless they obtain the victory over every besetment-overpride, selfishness, love of the world, and over every wrongword and action. . . . Those who receive the seal of theliving God, and are protected in the time. of trouble, must, reflect the image of Jesus fully."-E.W., p. 71.11. Has God said that He \yould have a pure and holyp'cople in the world in these last days? Eph. 5:25-27.

NOTE: "God is sifting His people. He will have aclean and holy church." . . . "The days of purification ofthe church are hastening on apace. God will have a peoplepure and true."-Vol. 1, p. 99; Vol. 5, p. 80.

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