Why Jesus Slept During the Storm & Why the Disciples Panicked!

Mark 4:37-40 KJV, “And there arose a great storm of wind, and the waves beat into the ship, so that it was now full. And he was in the hinder part of the ship, asleep on a pillow: and they awake him, and say unto him, Master, carest thou not that we perish? And heContinue reading “Why Jesus Slept During the Storm & Why the Disciples Panicked!”

Two Women: Lessons of True Faith in Jesus the Christ

Matthew 15:22-27 KJV, “And, behold, a woman of Canaan came out of the same coasts, and cried unto him, saying, Have mercy on me, O Lord, thou son of David; my daughter is grievously vexed with a devil. But he answered her not a word. And his disciples came and besought him, saying, Send herContinue reading “Two Women: Lessons of True Faith in Jesus the Christ”

How To Exceed the Righteousness of the Scribes and Pharisees

Matthew 5:20-22 KJV, “For I say unto you, That except your righteousness shall exceed the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees, ye shall in no case enter into the kingdom of heaven. Ye have heard that it was said of them of old time, Thou shalt not kill; and whosoever shall kill shall be inContinue reading “How To Exceed the Righteousness of the Scribes and Pharisees”

Similarities & Differences Between Jews & Catholics

Matthew 5:17-19 KJV, “Think not that I am come to destroy the law, or the prophets: I am not come to destroy, but to fulfil. For verily I say unto you, Till heaven and earth pass, one jot or one tittle shall in no wise pass from the law, till all be fulfilled. Whosoever thereforeContinue reading “Similarities & Differences Between Jews & Catholics”

Salt and Light

Matthew 5:13 KJV, “Ye are the salt of the earth: but if the salt have lost his savour, wherewith shall it be salted? it is thenceforth good for nothing, but to be cast out, and to be trodden under foot of men.” EG White, SOP Vol 2, 1877, p. 214, “The people could see theContinue reading “Salt and Light”

These Grievous Trials Often Proved a Great Blessing!

Matthew 5:10-12 KJV, “Blessed are they which are persecuted for righteousness’ sake: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are ye, when men shall revile you, and persecute you, and shall say all manner of evil against you falsely, for my sake. Rejoice, and be exceeding glad: for great is your reward in heaven:Continue reading “These Grievous Trials Often Proved a Great Blessing!”

The Remedy for Arrogance, Cruel Intolerance, Malice, & Hatred

Matthew 5:7 KJV, “Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy.” EG White, SOP Vol 2, 1877, p. 208, “Here Jesus struck a blow at the arrogance and cruel intolerance of the Jews. Both priests and people were, as a rule, overbearing, quarreling with all who opposed them, severely critical and resentful of anyContinue reading “The Remedy for Arrogance, Cruel Intolerance, Malice, & Hatred”

Rising Above Insults, Rejections, Annoyances, & Gloom

Matthew 5:5 KJV, “ Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth.” Matthew 11:28-30 KJV, “Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find restContinue reading “Rising Above Insults, Rejections, Annoyances, & Gloom”

Why is it a Blessing to Mourn? What Kind of Mourning?

Matthew 5:4 KJV, “Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted.” Ecclesiastes 7:2-3 KJV, “It is better to go to the house of mourning, than to go to the house of feasting: for that is the end of all men; and the living will lay it to his heart. Sorrow is better thanContinue reading “Why is it a Blessing to Mourn? What Kind of Mourning?”

The Real Meaning of Being “Poor in Spirit.”

Matthew 5:1-3 KJV, “And seeing the multitudes, he went up into a mountain: and when he was set, his disciples came unto him: And he opened his mouth, and taught them, saying, Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” EG White, SOP Vol 2, 1877, p. 204, “Though theContinue reading “The Real Meaning of Being “Poor in Spirit.””