The document discusses God's original blueprint for education as established in the Garden of Eden. It states that education was centered in the family, with parents as teachers and nature as the lesson book. God intended useful work and study of Scripture to develop the whole person. It traces how Seventh-day Adventist education began with home schools and grew from there, with humble beginnings under Goodloe Harper Bell that were later adopted by the church. Diverging from God's plan resulted in poverty and issues today.
David had a lifestyle of thanksgiving and praised God seven times a day. Because of this, God promised to defeat David's enemies and plague those who hated him. When people have a spirit of thanksgiving, it releases God's power to perform miracles in their lives. Thankfulness also brings encouragement, builds faith in others, qualifies one for more favors from God, leads to restoration, multiplication, healing, deliverance, blessings, God's glory, and can begin a new era.
The document discusses the history and principles of education according to biblical teachings. It describes how God personally directed the education of Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden, using nature as the textbook. It discusses how God directed the education of the Israelites through the law and family teachings. Schools of the prophets were established in Israel to provide religious instruction for youth and train men as leaders. The schools emphasized the study of God's law, history, music and poetry. The goal of education was to learn God's will and humanity's duty toward Him.
Slideshow assembled to supplement Chapter 19 of The Story of Christianity Volume 1: The Early Church to the Dawn of the Reformation by Justo L. Gonzalez ("Athanasius of Alexandria").
Contents of this presentation:
1. What is Christ?
- Direct statements of the Eternity and Deity of the Son of God
- Implications that the Son of God is Eternal
2. The importance of the Issue
3. Some clues to the possibility of the doctrine Myth, Art and Logic
4. Arguments for Christ’s Divinity
True education involves the harmonious development of the physical, mental, and spiritual powers and prepares students for service to God and others. It is based on a knowledge of God as the source of all true knowledge and development. The goal of education should be to restore human beings to the perfection in which they were originally created by developing the whole being to reflect God's character. This involves teaching spiritual and moral principles in all aspects of education, including dress and outward appearance.
The document summarizes the pagan origins of many modern Christmas traditions and argues that Christmas was not originally a Christian holiday. It notes that December 25th was chosen, not because of Jesus' birthdate, but to coincide with pre-existing pagan winter solstice festivals like Saturnalia. Many Christmas customs like Christmas trees, mistletoe, gift-giving originated from traditions associated with pagan gods like Saturn, Tammuz and Nimrod. The Bible warns against adopting pagan practices and teaches that Jesus was likely born in fall, not winter.
The document discusses Christian discipleship and how to raise disciples. It defines a disciple as a follower of Christ who willingly submits to His lordship and aims to become more like Him through learning and applying His teachings. Raising disciples is a process that requires modeling Christ-like character, teaching biblical principles, and providing opportunities for witnessing and prayer. The goal is to train believers to conform to Christ's image through spiritual growth, righteous living, and devotion to God.
The document discusses the divine origin, absolute truth, and sovereign accomplishing power of God's word. It argues that the Bible is inspired directly by God and contains his unfailing truth, as demonstrated through its divine consistency over many authors over centuries. God's word will achieve his purposes as he speaks things into existence and directs history according to his commands and truth contained in scripture.
David had a lifestyle of thanksgiving and praised God seven times a day. Because of this, God promised to defeat David's enemies and plague those who hated him. When people have a spirit of thanksgiving, it releases God's power to perform miracles in their lives. Thankfulness also brings encouragement, builds faith in others, qualifies one for more favors from God, leads to restoration, multiplication, healing, deliverance, blessings, God's glory, and can begin a new era.
The document discusses the history and principles of education according to biblical teachings. It describes how God personally directed the education of Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden, using nature as the textbook. It discusses how God directed the education of the Israelites through the law and family teachings. Schools of the prophets were established in Israel to provide religious instruction for youth and train men as leaders. The schools emphasized the study of God's law, history, music and poetry. The goal of education was to learn God's will and humanity's duty toward Him.
Slideshow assembled to supplement Chapter 19 of The Story of Christianity Volume 1: The Early Church to the Dawn of the Reformation by Justo L. Gonzalez ("Athanasius of Alexandria").
Contents of this presentation:
1. What is Christ?
- Direct statements of the Eternity and Deity of the Son of God
- Implications that the Son of God is Eternal
2. The importance of the Issue
3. Some clues to the possibility of the doctrine Myth, Art and Logic
4. Arguments for Christ’s Divinity
True education involves the harmonious development of the physical, mental, and spiritual powers and prepares students for service to God and others. It is based on a knowledge of God as the source of all true knowledge and development. The goal of education should be to restore human beings to the perfection in which they were originally created by developing the whole being to reflect God's character. This involves teaching spiritual and moral principles in all aspects of education, including dress and outward appearance.
The document summarizes the pagan origins of many modern Christmas traditions and argues that Christmas was not originally a Christian holiday. It notes that December 25th was chosen, not because of Jesus' birthdate, but to coincide with pre-existing pagan winter solstice festivals like Saturnalia. Many Christmas customs like Christmas trees, mistletoe, gift-giving originated from traditions associated with pagan gods like Saturn, Tammuz and Nimrod. The Bible warns against adopting pagan practices and teaches that Jesus was likely born in fall, not winter.
The document discusses Christian discipleship and how to raise disciples. It defines a disciple as a follower of Christ who willingly submits to His lordship and aims to become more like Him through learning and applying His teachings. Raising disciples is a process that requires modeling Christ-like character, teaching biblical principles, and providing opportunities for witnessing and prayer. The goal is to train believers to conform to Christ's image through spiritual growth, righteous living, and devotion to God.
The document discusses the divine origin, absolute truth, and sovereign accomplishing power of God's word. It argues that the Bible is inspired directly by God and contains his unfailing truth, as demonstrated through its divine consistency over many authors over centuries. God's word will achieve his purposes as he speaks things into existence and directs history according to his commands and truth contained in scripture.
The document discusses assurance of salvation and addresses common fears and misconceptions about it. It states that some have false assurance due to a false gospel, while others lack assurance due to not understanding grace or that Christ paid the full price for sins. True assurance comes from understanding we are saved by grace alone, Christ bore our sins, and God promises eternal life to those who believe in his Son. [/SUMMARY]
The document discusses the typology between the Jewish feasts and ceremonies held in the earthly sanctuary and their fulfillment in Christ and the heavenly sanctuary. It notes that the seven biblical feasts - Passover, Unleavened Bread, First Fruits, Weeks, Trumpets, Day of Atonement, and Tabernacles - were memorials that pointed forward to the ministry of Jesus Christ. Each feast is examined in terms of its symbolic significance and correspondence to Christ's life and ministry, such as Passover symbolizing His death and the wave sheaf offering representing His resurrection. The document emphasizes that the earthly services and feasts were shadows pointing to greater spiritual realities fulfilled in Christ and His heavenly sanctuary ministry
The document provides an overview of the Book of Revelation, including:
1. The book is presented as the last book of the Bible and deals with events that will shortly come to pass in a fully eschatological manner.
2. The author is identified as the Apostle John, who received the revelation from God and an angel while exiled on the Isle of Patmos around AD 96.
3. Key aspects of the revelation include Jesus Christ being revealed as the faithful witness, the ruler of kings on Earth, and the one who will come again.
4. The book is divided based on John being instructed to write the things he has seen, the things that are, and the things that will
We’re Wrestling Who? - Ephesians 6:10-13David Turner
Our battles are not against flesh and blood. Our battles are against Principalities and Powers. These adversaries are much bigger than us and cannot be defeated by our own strength. In Ephesians 6:10-13 Paul identifies who we are really wrestling with and follows up with advice on how to compete to gain victory. For this and other PowerPoint Presentations go to www.Bibleguy.org.
This document discusses the power of faith according to Christian teachings. It defines faith as being sure of what is hoped for and certain of what is not seen. The document examines examples from the Bible where Jesus emphasizes the importance and power of faith, such as healing people according to their faith. It also explores how faith can waver in times of difficulty. Overall, the key message is that faith is a powerful force that Christians can access through developing a strong relationship with God and fully trusting in his promises.
This document discusses the requirements and importance of prayer, Bible study, and proclaiming the gospel as a medical missionary. It emphasizes that prayer, studying the Bible, and keeping the lamp of truth illuminated are essential. It also stresses that medical missionary work is the right arm of the gospel and an important part of spreading God's message to others.
The document discusses the nature of the Holy Spirit according to Ellen White. It provides several quotes from Ellen White stating that the Holy Spirit is the personal presence of Christ, and that He represents Christ's presence. One quote specifies that the Holy Spirit is "Christ himself divested of the personality of humanity." The document emphasizes that Ellen White saw the Holy Spirit not as a separate being, but as Christ's own Spirit through which He represents Himself omnipresently.
Christian discipleship involves a lifelong transformation process of following Jesus' teachings. It requires accepting Jesus as master, attaching oneself to him, committing to him, and maintaining a lifelong relationship with him. True discipleship means internalizing Jesus' teachings so that pleasing God influences all areas of one's life. The goal is to move from an ideal self to becoming one's actual self in Christ. Discipleship is a personal relationship with Christ, not just mental knowledge, and involves hearing from Jesus, obeying him, enjoying time with him, and coming to know him more deeply.
This document discusses the power of prayer and fasting. It defines fasting as abstaining from food or drink in order to seek God more intensely. Fasting is described in the Bible as being used in times of war, sickness, grief, and for forgiveness and wisdom. Jesus fasted for 40 days before his ministry and taught his followers to fast. The document calls Christians to pray and fast for protection amid dangerous times, for promotion to fulfill their destiny, and for revival in the church and nation. Fasting intensifies hunger for God, increases intimacy with him, and cleanses spiritual blockages.
The document provides ideas and materials for a children's sermon on treasures. It suggests bringing personal treasures to explain what they mean, asking children what their treasures are and what they would save from a house fire. The lesson ties this to Matthew 6:19-21, which says where your treasures are is where your heart is, and that God's kingdom is the greatest treasure above all others.
Matthew 6, Prayer, What is Prayer and What's It For, ss, 3 Nines for Prayer...Valley Bible Fellowship
Matthew 6, Prayer, What is Prayer and What's It For, 3 Nines for Prayer, What is Prayer and What's It For?, The Lord’s Prayer, What Access To God? What Should We Be Praying For? What is Prayer? NT Words For Prayer, A.C.T.S., Why Pray?
New Testament Survey - no.19: Paul - Letter to EphesusClive Ashby
As part of the New Testament Survey Course, Session 19 provides an overview of the letter of the Apostle Paul to the church in the city of Ephesus. This is one of the prison letters of Paul, written from his imprisonment in Rome. (Course taught at Harare Theological College - 2016)
What is the peace that Jesus gives and how is His peace different from that of the world? (Jn. 14:27; 16:33) Why is peace elusive to those who live apart from Christ? (Jas. 4:1) What robs Christians of personal peace? (Jn. 14:1; Phil. 4:6-7)
The document discusses Niebuhr's five typologies of how Christianity interacts with culture: Christ against culture, Christ of culture, Christ above culture, Christ transforming culture, and Christ and culture in paradox. It provides descriptions and examples of each typology, noting their strengths and weaknesses. It also explores how the typologies relate to different views on issues like government, reformation, slavery, and same-sex marriage.
The parable tells the story of a dishonest manager who, knowing he will soon lose his job, reduces debts owed to his master so that people will welcome him later. Jesus says the manager acted shrewdly. He instructs His followers to use worldly wealth to gain friends. One cannot serve both God and money. The passage emphasizes faithful stewardship of resources and that how one handles money reveals spiritual priorities.
Sanctuary Presentation 1. The Sanctuary ArticlesSami Wilberforce
The document discusses the importance of the sanctuary and its articles in the Old Testament tabernacle and their significance as types pointing to Jesus Christ and His ministry. It explains that the sanctuary and its articles like the altar, laver, table of showbread, and throne represent important spiritual truths about salvation through Jesus, including His atoning death, baptism and regeneration, communion, and heavenly ministry. The sanctuary service gives insight into God's plan of redemption and should be properly understood.
The Purpose of The Church #5 “Evangelism”Rick Peterson
The Purpose of The Church #5 “Evangelism” Jeffery Anselmi http://www.sermoncentral.com/sermon.asp?SermonID=60867&Sermon%20The%20Purpose%20of%20The%20Church-%20Evangelism%20by%20Jeffery%20Anselmi
The document provides an overview of Lesson 14 from an Old Testament journey series. It discusses God's commandments in the Old Testament, which were divided into moral, civil, and ceremonial laws. It notes that Jesus said the greatest commandments are to love God with all your heart and love your neighbor as yourself. The document emphasizes that in the New Covenant, Jesus raised the bar on love, law, and living through his new commandment to love one another as he has loved us.
The Blueprint-ii-the-blueprint-cast-down-juicedAntonio Bernard
This document summarizes prophecies from the books of Daniel and Revelation regarding the little horn power and its 1260 day/year prophecy. It shows how the earthly sanctuary services were replaced by Rome after Christ's ministry ended, fulfilling Daniel's prophecy of the daily sacrifice being taken away. It lists 5 ways the papacy cast down God's truth: 1) Replacing Christ's sacrifice with penance and indulgences, 2) Replacing baptism with infant sprinkling, 3) Replacing the Bible with traditions, 4) Replacing Christ's mediation with confession to priests, and 5) Plunging Europe into the dark ages. The document uses the year-day principle to calculate the 1260 prophetic
Trueeducation 1-themasterteacher-190318055744daniel arthur
The document discusses the nature and purpose of true education according to insights from Scripture and the writings of Ellen White. It states that true education involves the harmonious development of the physical, mental, and spiritual powers and prepares students for service to God and others. It emphasizes that God is the source of all true knowledge and that education should lead students into communion with God by studying His revelation in Scripture and nature. The example of Jesus' education, which was gained from useful work, studying Scripture and nature, and life experiences, is presented as the perfect model for education.
1) Since Creation, parents have been responsible for educating their children, with schools meant to support not replace family education.
2) Adam and Eve were the first teachers, educating Cain on Christian doctrine and values within their family.
3) Jesus' parents, Joseph and Mary, were chosen carefully by God and knew how to educate their son in God's love and obedience, though God was ultimately Jesus' teacher.
4) Today, parents must work together educating children through communicating God's love, organizing family worship times, and imprinting Christian values through words and examples.
The document discusses assurance of salvation and addresses common fears and misconceptions about it. It states that some have false assurance due to a false gospel, while others lack assurance due to not understanding grace or that Christ paid the full price for sins. True assurance comes from understanding we are saved by grace alone, Christ bore our sins, and God promises eternal life to those who believe in his Son. [/SUMMARY]
The document discusses the typology between the Jewish feasts and ceremonies held in the earthly sanctuary and their fulfillment in Christ and the heavenly sanctuary. It notes that the seven biblical feasts - Passover, Unleavened Bread, First Fruits, Weeks, Trumpets, Day of Atonement, and Tabernacles - were memorials that pointed forward to the ministry of Jesus Christ. Each feast is examined in terms of its symbolic significance and correspondence to Christ's life and ministry, such as Passover symbolizing His death and the wave sheaf offering representing His resurrection. The document emphasizes that the earthly services and feasts were shadows pointing to greater spiritual realities fulfilled in Christ and His heavenly sanctuary ministry
The document provides an overview of the Book of Revelation, including:
1. The book is presented as the last book of the Bible and deals with events that will shortly come to pass in a fully eschatological manner.
2. The author is identified as the Apostle John, who received the revelation from God and an angel while exiled on the Isle of Patmos around AD 96.
3. Key aspects of the revelation include Jesus Christ being revealed as the faithful witness, the ruler of kings on Earth, and the one who will come again.
4. The book is divided based on John being instructed to write the things he has seen, the things that are, and the things that will
We’re Wrestling Who? - Ephesians 6:10-13David Turner
Our battles are not against flesh and blood. Our battles are against Principalities and Powers. These adversaries are much bigger than us and cannot be defeated by our own strength. In Ephesians 6:10-13 Paul identifies who we are really wrestling with and follows up with advice on how to compete to gain victory. For this and other PowerPoint Presentations go to www.Bibleguy.org.
This document discusses the power of faith according to Christian teachings. It defines faith as being sure of what is hoped for and certain of what is not seen. The document examines examples from the Bible where Jesus emphasizes the importance and power of faith, such as healing people according to their faith. It also explores how faith can waver in times of difficulty. Overall, the key message is that faith is a powerful force that Christians can access through developing a strong relationship with God and fully trusting in his promises.
This document discusses the requirements and importance of prayer, Bible study, and proclaiming the gospel as a medical missionary. It emphasizes that prayer, studying the Bible, and keeping the lamp of truth illuminated are essential. It also stresses that medical missionary work is the right arm of the gospel and an important part of spreading God's message to others.
The document discusses the nature of the Holy Spirit according to Ellen White. It provides several quotes from Ellen White stating that the Holy Spirit is the personal presence of Christ, and that He represents Christ's presence. One quote specifies that the Holy Spirit is "Christ himself divested of the personality of humanity." The document emphasizes that Ellen White saw the Holy Spirit not as a separate being, but as Christ's own Spirit through which He represents Himself omnipresently.
Christian discipleship involves a lifelong transformation process of following Jesus' teachings. It requires accepting Jesus as master, attaching oneself to him, committing to him, and maintaining a lifelong relationship with him. True discipleship means internalizing Jesus' teachings so that pleasing God influences all areas of one's life. The goal is to move from an ideal self to becoming one's actual self in Christ. Discipleship is a personal relationship with Christ, not just mental knowledge, and involves hearing from Jesus, obeying him, enjoying time with him, and coming to know him more deeply.
This document discusses the power of prayer and fasting. It defines fasting as abstaining from food or drink in order to seek God more intensely. Fasting is described in the Bible as being used in times of war, sickness, grief, and for forgiveness and wisdom. Jesus fasted for 40 days before his ministry and taught his followers to fast. The document calls Christians to pray and fast for protection amid dangerous times, for promotion to fulfill their destiny, and for revival in the church and nation. Fasting intensifies hunger for God, increases intimacy with him, and cleanses spiritual blockages.
The document provides ideas and materials for a children's sermon on treasures. It suggests bringing personal treasures to explain what they mean, asking children what their treasures are and what they would save from a house fire. The lesson ties this to Matthew 6:19-21, which says where your treasures are is where your heart is, and that God's kingdom is the greatest treasure above all others.
Matthew 6, Prayer, What is Prayer and What's It For, ss, 3 Nines for Prayer...Valley Bible Fellowship
Matthew 6, Prayer, What is Prayer and What's It For, 3 Nines for Prayer, What is Prayer and What's It For?, The Lord’s Prayer, What Access To God? What Should We Be Praying For? What is Prayer? NT Words For Prayer, A.C.T.S., Why Pray?
New Testament Survey - no.19: Paul - Letter to EphesusClive Ashby
As part of the New Testament Survey Course, Session 19 provides an overview of the letter of the Apostle Paul to the church in the city of Ephesus. This is one of the prison letters of Paul, written from his imprisonment in Rome. (Course taught at Harare Theological College - 2016)
What is the peace that Jesus gives and how is His peace different from that of the world? (Jn. 14:27; 16:33) Why is peace elusive to those who live apart from Christ? (Jas. 4:1) What robs Christians of personal peace? (Jn. 14:1; Phil. 4:6-7)
The document discusses Niebuhr's five typologies of how Christianity interacts with culture: Christ against culture, Christ of culture, Christ above culture, Christ transforming culture, and Christ and culture in paradox. It provides descriptions and examples of each typology, noting their strengths and weaknesses. It also explores how the typologies relate to different views on issues like government, reformation, slavery, and same-sex marriage.
The parable tells the story of a dishonest manager who, knowing he will soon lose his job, reduces debts owed to his master so that people will welcome him later. Jesus says the manager acted shrewdly. He instructs His followers to use worldly wealth to gain friends. One cannot serve both God and money. The passage emphasizes faithful stewardship of resources and that how one handles money reveals spiritual priorities.
Sanctuary Presentation 1. The Sanctuary ArticlesSami Wilberforce
The document discusses the importance of the sanctuary and its articles in the Old Testament tabernacle and their significance as types pointing to Jesus Christ and His ministry. It explains that the sanctuary and its articles like the altar, laver, table of showbread, and throne represent important spiritual truths about salvation through Jesus, including His atoning death, baptism and regeneration, communion, and heavenly ministry. The sanctuary service gives insight into God's plan of redemption and should be properly understood.
The Purpose of The Church #5 “Evangelism”Rick Peterson
The Purpose of The Church #5 “Evangelism” Jeffery Anselmi http://www.sermoncentral.com/sermon.asp?SermonID=60867&Sermon%20The%20Purpose%20of%20The%20Church-%20Evangelism%20by%20Jeffery%20Anselmi
The document provides an overview of Lesson 14 from an Old Testament journey series. It discusses God's commandments in the Old Testament, which were divided into moral, civil, and ceremonial laws. It notes that Jesus said the greatest commandments are to love God with all your heart and love your neighbor as yourself. The document emphasizes that in the New Covenant, Jesus raised the bar on love, law, and living through his new commandment to love one another as he has loved us.
The Blueprint-ii-the-blueprint-cast-down-juicedAntonio Bernard
This document summarizes prophecies from the books of Daniel and Revelation regarding the little horn power and its 1260 day/year prophecy. It shows how the earthly sanctuary services were replaced by Rome after Christ's ministry ended, fulfilling Daniel's prophecy of the daily sacrifice being taken away. It lists 5 ways the papacy cast down God's truth: 1) Replacing Christ's sacrifice with penance and indulgences, 2) Replacing baptism with infant sprinkling, 3) Replacing the Bible with traditions, 4) Replacing Christ's mediation with confession to priests, and 5) Plunging Europe into the dark ages. The document uses the year-day principle to calculate the 1260 prophetic
Trueeducation 1-themasterteacher-190318055744daniel arthur
The document discusses the nature and purpose of true education according to insights from Scripture and the writings of Ellen White. It states that true education involves the harmonious development of the physical, mental, and spiritual powers and prepares students for service to God and others. It emphasizes that God is the source of all true knowledge and that education should lead students into communion with God by studying His revelation in Scripture and nature. The example of Jesus' education, which was gained from useful work, studying Scripture and nature, and life experiences, is presented as the perfect model for education.
1) Since Creation, parents have been responsible for educating their children, with schools meant to support not replace family education.
2) Adam and Eve were the first teachers, educating Cain on Christian doctrine and values within their family.
3) Jesus' parents, Joseph and Mary, were chosen carefully by God and knew how to educate their son in God's love and obedience, though God was ultimately Jesus' teacher.
4) Today, parents must work together educating children through communicating God's love, organizing family worship times, and imprinting Christian values through words and examples.
The document provides a "blueprint" for Christian education based on principles from the Bible and the writings of Ellen White. It outlines God's original plan for education in the Garden of Eden, how this model was followed by Israel, and its application for "spiritual Israel" today. Some key points covered include:
- God personally directed Adam and Eve's education in Eden, which was meant to be replicated in homes and schools worldwide.
- Israel faithfully educated their youth according to God's instructions, with parents, nature, and the Scriptures as textbooks. Their schools trained both mind and body.
- True education reformers today must follow the same biblical principles rather than the methods of popular schools, in order to
THE SABBATH SCHOOL - 4th QUARTER 2020 - LESSON 2.Adam Hiola
Christian parents have the responsibility to educate their children spiritually, morally, and intellectually. Schools supplement but do not replace family education. Effective family education involves open communication, including listening; organizing time for worship, Bible study, and sharing God's wisdom; and parents working together to set a godly example through both their words and actions. When families prioritize religious education and spiritual development, many youth will surrender their lives to God and serve Him.
This document discusses the importance of spiritual education. It begins by stating PIC Vision's goal to educate global Christian leaders through the power of the Holy Spirit. It then examines passages from Proverbs calling believers to seek wisdom and understanding from God. The document outlines different levels of formal education but emphasizes that spiritual education from God's word is the foundation for life. It encourages reading and meditating on scripture daily to connect with the living God and influence the world.
Christian parents have the responsibility to educate their children spiritually, morally, and intellectually from the home. Schools are meant to support the education received in the family, not replace it. Effective family education involves open communication between parents and children, including dedicating structured daily time to sharing biblical teachings and stories. Organizing the family schedule to prioritize worship and spiritual lessons helps imprint Christian values on children's hearts. God chose Jesus' parents carefully knowing they would provide a loving home where he could be taught obedience to God above all.
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The document outlines the scope, aims, and sources of Adventist education. It describes Adventist education as aiming to restore humans into the image of God mentally, socially, spiritually, and physically. The key aims are to prepare students for service in this life and eternity by providing higher-order, redemptive learning. The sources of Adventist education are the Bible, writings of Ellen G. White, and Christ as the greatest educator.
The document discusses Ellen G. White's perspective on education based on the "great controversy theme." It summarizes her view that the Adventist educational philosophy is unique because it is based on this theological principle, seeing education as restoring humanity's image in God. The great controversy theme frames areas like teacher training, methodology, and campus curriculum. White believed all teachers should understand this theme, as it gives meaning and relevance to every subject area. The document examines how White saw the great controversy theme embodied in Jesus' life and educational experience, making Him the ideal teacher.
This document discusses different teachers and sources of education according to the Bible. It discusses Jesus as the ultimate teacher, sent from God. It discusses the Bible as a primary textbook for education, covering both the Old and New Testaments. It discusses humans, specifically wise individuals from the Bible, as teachers. It discusses the Holy Spirit as a continuing teacher after Jesus' ascension, guiding believers into truth. The overall goal of education discussed is the restoration of the image of God in humanity.
This document discusses the importance of Christian school education over secular education. It makes three key points:
1) Christian school provides a curriculum and standards based on biblical teachings that help develop godly character in children and teach them about Jesus Christ.
2) Enrolling children in Christian school ensures they are taught proper philosophy, values, and religion from a young age according to biblical truth, which parents have a god-given responsibility to provide.
3) The unique aspects of Christian school education, like its biblical foundations and godly teachers, create a safe environment where children can grow spiritually and academically while learning to know and follow God.
This daily devotional provides reflections on biblical stories and concepts related to identity in Christ. It is intended to help readers rediscover the faith, mission, and way of life that defines Seventh-day Adventists. The introduction discusses how the devotional will explore biblical stories, church history, and the 28 Fundamental Beliefs. The first section reflects on how Adam and Eve were created in God's image to care for the world. The second section imagines what it was like for Eve to be the first woman created by God. The third section discusses Adam's decision to eat the forbidden fruit despite not being deceived like Eve.
This document discusses raising spiritually strong children by focusing on faith development. It defines faith development as bringing children to know, grow in, and show God's glory through committed parenting using the Bible, Holy Spirit, and godly examples. The goals of parenting for faith are presented as survival, independence, competence, problem-solving, morality, and religion. Biblical examples of Samuel and Timothy growing in faith are provided. Components of faith development include using the Bible as a textbook, the Holy Spirit as a guide, and parents as living curriculums.
This document provides an overview of the Thirteenth Sabbath offering for the third quarter of 1978. It discusses that:
- The Thirteenth Sabbath calls for an especially generous gift to support important projects.
- The back cover map shows the special needs that the offering will help meet in areas like the Middle East College, Africa Herald Publishing House, schools in Tanzania and along the Nile River, and homes for district leaders in Ethiopia.
- These projects depend on a larger offering from Sabbath School members.
Jesus had a unique identity as the son of God. He was born to Mary and Joseph in Bethlehem according to God's plan. Jesus had a genealogy that traced his lineage back to important figures in the Old Testament like David, Noah, and Abraham, showing he came from their family. As a boy, Jesus obeyed his parents and grew up in their family in Nazareth. He increased in wisdom and in favor with God and people as he matured into a man. Each child also has a unique identity given by God and should be allowed to grow up in a healthy way.
Un Jin Moon gave a sermon about the keys to the Kingdom of Heaven. He discussed how Jesus gave Peter the keys to bind and loose on earth and heaven. True Father then explained the providence to establish home churches and tribal messiahship in order to restore what Jesus could not fulfill and realize the Kingdom of Heaven on earth. He emphasized living for others and experiencing the Kingdom of God internally through love of God and neighbor.
The document discusses several key aspects of revelation and God's relationship with humanity:
1) God has revealed himself through nature, scripture, prophets, and ultimately through his Son Jesus Christ.
2) The Bible should be the primary source of wisdom and instruction for both religious education and everyday life.
3) Jesus came to Earth as a human to teach people about God and to save humanity from sin, being both fully God and fully man. He is the only way to salvation.
The document is a speech given by Tad R. Callister discussing Latter-day Saint beliefs about identity and destiny. It makes three main points:
1) Latter-day Saints believe that humans are literal spirit offspring of God, not just creations, and this identity determines their destiny to become like God.
2) God's plan is for His children to progress toward exaltation and godhood so they can experience eternal joy, as God does. Important scriptures are cited that support humans having the potential to become gods.
3) The doctrine does not diminish God's status but elevates it, as exalted beings can offer more intense worship. Critics who say it lowers
PDF book on the Family and Raising Children
In the context of the Synod on the Family convoked by Pope Francis, 21 articles on the family and educating children are now being offered as an PDF book for smartphones and tablets. The epub version can be downloaded at http://opusdei.org/en-uk/article/ebook-on-the-family-and-raising-children/
The goal of these articles, which are now being published as an PDF, has simply been to highlight some aspects that seem essential in the make-up of the person and the first human relationship among persons: the family.
Educating is above passing on a way of living. It is giving shape to a person's life, much more than teaching or instructing, although without overlooking the latter.
The articles have deliberately been written in an “open" style to help parents and educators “rethink" their marvelous task of education, which embraces every aspect of the human person.
Many of the reflections found here owe a big debt to the wise and loving “pedagogy" of Saint Josemaría Escrivá de Balaguer. His spiritual experience has yielded rich fruit not only for the fields of theology and law, but also for more practical, “sapiential" fields, including education.
This book is available in print from Scepter Publishers. Its title is Family Virtues: A Guide to Effective Parenting.
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This document contains excerpts from Ellen White on the topics of Isaiah 58, the condition of the world, justification by faith as the third angel's message, revealing God's character of love, helping the needy world, and more. Key points include:
- Isaiah 58 outlines God's chosen fast of loosening bands of wickedness and letting the oppressed go free.
- Justification by faith is the message of Christ's righteousness that prepares the way for His second coming, which is the glory of God in the third angel's message.
- God's people are called to reveal His character of love by manifesting His grace in their lives and helping those in need.
The document outlines the sanctuary service in the earthly tabernacle and its antitype in Jesus' heavenly ministry. It describes the daily and yearly services on earth, which pointed to the continual intercession of Jesus and His final atonement cleansing believers of sin's record. It urges readers to come humbly before God's judgment, pleading only the merits of Christ, who will present believers faultless before the Father.
The document discusses two main decrees in end times prophecy:
1. The first decree issued by the United States that causes persecution of God's people.
2. The universal death decree issued after probation closes that gives authority to kill saints.
It argues that the universal death decree cannot be issued before probation closes, as God's restraining influence on governments remains until Jesus finishes His work as high priest. The Great Controversy and Spirit of Prophecy writings depict the death decree only occurring after Jesus leaves the sanctuary at the end of the investigative judgment.
The document discusses the parable of the ten virgins from Matthew 25:1-13. It provides commentary on the symbolism and meaning within the parable. Key points include:
- The ten virgins represent the experience of the end-time church. The wise virgins have oil while the foolish do not.
- The oil represents the Holy Spirit or heavenly grace. The lamps represent the Word of God.
- At the midnight cry, the foolish virgins are found unready as they lack the Holy Spirit and righteous character.
- Christ's coming in the parable represents the investigative judgment, where characters will be weighed in God's balances. The foolish will be
This document discusses the origins and characteristics of the Laodicean church in the context of Seventh-day Adventist theology. It references letters from 1845 that argue the Laodicean church emerges from the Philadelphia church and will be lukewarm, self-sufficient, and in need of nothing despite being wretched. The letters warn of a growing Laodicean influence among Sabbatarian Adventists that will oppose the message of the Advent Review publishing committee.
This document discusses the symbolism of the church being the bride of Christ. It asserts that in 1844, Christ entered the most holy place of the heavenly sanctuary to be married to the New Jerusalem, which represents His union with the church. It states that Christ loves the church and gave Himself for it. The church is composed of true believers who are citizens of the New Jerusalem. When Christ returns, He will consummate His blessed union with His church. The sealing of God's people represents their marriage to Christ. The judgment prepares God's people to receive the seal and be part of Christ's eternal bride.
The document discusses the true nature of the shaking that was prophesied by Ellen White. It argues that the shaking is the work of the investigative judgment, where God separates the wheat from the tares. During this time, God's people experience an affliction of the soul where they plead for forgiveness and cleansing. Jesus then provides a special atonement or cleansing for His people, removing the record of their sins and clothing them in His perfect righteousness. This final atonement experienced during the judgment is what prepares God's people to receive the latter rain and give the loud cry.
The document discusses the attainment of ultimate character perfection in God's people prior to the Second Advent. It asserts that character development will continue even after being sealed, as revival and strengthening from the latter rain and trials during the time of trouble further perfect character. God's people will mature until Jesus' character is perfectly reproduced in them, at which time He will return. The latter rain prepares the righteous for translation at the Second Coming by ripening their characters like grain.
The document discusses the judgment of the living as a period of time during which God's people will be judged and sealed or rejected prior to the close of probation. It provides biblical references and quotes from Ellen White that describe the judgment of the living as an investigative process where names are accepted or rejected. The quotes portray it as a solemn event where the righteous will receive God's seal and be separated from the unrighteous.
1. The document discusses the order of events outlined in Acts 3:19 regarding repentance, the blotting out of sins in the investigative judgment, and the reception of the latter rain.
2. It provides commentary from the book The Great Controversy and writings of Ellen G. White to support the interpretation that sins must first be blotted out in the investigative judgment before the latter rain can be received.
3. Diagrams are presented showing the relationship between repentance, the investigative judgment, and the latter rain as the final events in earth's history unfold.
1. The document discusses the glorious state of the church during the latter rain, which follows a shaking or sifting of the church.
2. It describes how the faithful will sigh and cry over the sins in the church, and will be sealed as they afflict their souls.
3. After the shaking removes the unfaithful, the latter rain will revive God's people and the church will appear "fair as the moon, clear as the sun, and terrible as an army with banners."
The document discusses the experience that will bring God's people the seal of God. It describes how God's people will recognize their own sinfulness and unworthiness during the investigative judgment. Jesus will take away their filthy garments and clothe them with his robe of righteousness. They will receive the seal of God and be eternally secure from the tempter's devices, protected by holy angels.
Dr. Kellogg argued that while some believed the loud cry had already begun, the works described in scripture that should precede the loud cry had not fully been carried out by Seventh-day Adventists. He believed that Adventists must do more in areas of health, charity, and helping the needy before the loud cry could make a significant impact. Others like A.T. Jones believed the loud cry had already begun through the revelation of Christ's righteousness. There was disagreement around whether Adventists were adequately fulfilling their missional responsibilities prior to the loud cry.
The document discusses the need for churches to fulfill their duty of helping those in need through acts of service and charity. It suggests that when churches actively work to relieve suffering in their communities through programs like medical missionary work, God will bless their efforts and use them to spread his message throughout the world. It also notes that failing to engage in works of mercy keeps churches from prospering.
The document discusses the biblical concept of atonement. It notes that atonement means "at-one-ment" or being "at one" with God. It explores multiple Bible passages showing Jesus and the Father being "one" in works and purpose. It indicates Jesus' works of healing and helping people fulfilled Isaiah's prophecy. It suggests true followers of Christ will perform similar works of healing, helping the oppressed, feeding the hungry, and uplifting those in need. By doing these works, believers can experience at-one-ment with God and others.
The document discusses how believers are sanctified and born again by the Word and the Holy Spirit. It provides several Bible verses showing that sanctification comes through the Spirit and belief in the truth of God's Word. The Word of God is said to be the mechanism by which the Spirit is carried to the believer, as the messages of God's Spirit are poured out through His Word. When believers accept the living, spirit-giving messages of God's Word, the Holy Spirit is then able to work within them to transform the mind. However, the document cautions that the Spirit should not be confused with God or thought of as inhabiting believers in a way that compromises free will. Overall, the key points are that sanctification
This document discusses the final demonstration of God's wisdom and justice. It explains that God will demonstrate through the sealing of the 144,000 that He can correctly identify those who are worthy of salvation. It notes the 144,000 will face their most difficult test during the "time of Jacob's trouble" when it will seem like God has become their enemy, yet they will remain faithful. This will prove to onlooking beings that God's judgments on saving the righteous and destroying the wicked are justified.
The document discusses the history of interactions between the Jews and Greeks after Alexander the Great's conquests. Many young Jewish men were encouraged to study in Greek schools in Alexandria to gain knowledge, influence, and prestige. Over time, this led to a decline in spiritual influence as rabbinical teachings and traditions increased in importance. By the time of Christ, the Jews had lost sight of the spiritual meaning behind their rituals and ceremonies, instead focusing on outward compliance to numerous man-made traditions and laws. This legalism and hypocrisy had replaced a relationship with God.
This document discusses the latter rain and Pentecost, drawing comparisons between the two outpourings of the Holy Spirit. It provides biblical references to support the concept of a latter rain revival as foretold in prophecies such as Zechariah 10:1 and Joel 2:23. The document asserts that as with Pentecost, God's people must earnestly seek the Holy Spirit and have living connections to God in order to experience the latter rain and be prepared for Christ's return.
This document discusses the significance of Pentecost and the outpouring of the Holy Spirit. It references visions of a great reformatory movement among God's people with signs of healing and intercession. The Pentecostal outpouring was a sign from heaven that Christ's inauguration as priest and king was complete. The document encourages studying the book of Acts and cultivating deeper piety and humility. It draws parallels between the former and latter rains spoken of by Joel that ripen the harvest, representing the early and latter outpourings of God's spirit.
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13. 2. True education is not just for
children but for all humanity
The result of education should be to
enable us to understand the voice of
God.... {1MCP 52.4}
14. 2. True education is not just for
children but for entire
humanity
Our ideas of education take too narrow and too low a range.
There is need of a broader scope, a higher aim. True
education means more than the perusal of a certain course
of study. It means more than a preparation for the life that
now is. It has to do with the whole being, and with the
whole period of existence possible to man…
15. 2. True education is not just for
children but for entire
humanity
It is the harmonious development of the physical,
the mental, and the spiritual powers. It prepares
the student for the joy of service in this world and
for the higher joy of wider service in the world to
come. 319 {CCh 202.2}
17. 3. True education is
redemptive
Now, as never before, we need to understand the true
science of education. If we fail to understand this, we shall
never have a place in the kingdom of God. “This is life
eternal, that they might know Thee the only true God, and
Jesus Christ, whom Thou hast sent” (John 17:3). If this is the
price of heaven, shall not our education be conducted on
these lines?—The Christian Educator, August 1, 1897, par.4.
{1MCP 53.2}
18. 3. True education is
redemptive
In the highest sense the work of education and the work of
redemption ARE ONE, for in education, as in redemption,
“other foundation can no man lay than that is laid, which is
Jesus Christ.” 1 Corinthians 3:11.320 {CCh 202.3}
19. 4. MUST be preparation
for life to come
To bring man back into harmony with God, so to elevate and
ennoble his moral nature that he may again reflect the
image of the Creator, is the great purpose of all the
education and discipline of life. So important was this work
that the Saviour left the courts of heaven and came in
person to this earth, that He might teach men how to obtain
a fitness for the higher life.321 {CCh 202.4}
21. 5. True education prepares
one for missionary life
Our schools are the Lord’s special instrumentality to
fit the children and youth for missionary work.
Parents should understand their responsibility and
help their children to appreciate the great
privileges and blessings that God has provided for
them in educational advantages. {CT 149.1}
22. 6. True education is
based on BIBLE FAITH
The true philosophy of education is to develop capacity
only with the good; …. The Bible as the basis of all
education and the text-book in every line of study, will
assure this. The philosophy of it is this: Christian
education, true education, is of faith. Faith comes by the
Word of God…. the Bible thus stands as the greatest
educating power in the world. [Colossians 1:9, 10:] Thus
the Bible as the basis of all education has the true
philosophy in it. {PBE 219.1}
23. What was God’s
Blueprint for education?
“The Lord God planted a garden eastward in Eden;
and there He put the man whom He had formed.
And out of the ground made the Lord God to grow
every tree that is pleasant to the sight, and good for
food; the tree of life also in the midst of the garden.”
Genesis 2:8, 9. Here, amidst the beautiful scenes of
nature untouched by sin, our first parents were to
receive their education. {Ed 20.3}
24. In God’s original plan there
was no schooling with
classroom walls and chalk
board and labs.
25. What was God’s
Blueprint for education?
The system of education established in Eden
centered in the family. Adam was “the son of God”
(Luke 3:38), and it was from their Father that the
children of the Highest received instruction. Theirs,
in the truest sense, was a family school. {Ed 33.1}
26. What was God’s
Blueprint for education?
In the divine plan of education as adapted to man’s
condition after the Fall, Christ stands as the
representative of the Father, the connecting link
between God and man; He is the great teacher of
mankind. And He ordained that men and women
should be His representatives. The family was the
school, and the parents were the teachers. {Ed 33.2}
27. Christ is the Prime
education officer!
In the divine plan of education as adapted to man’s
condition after the Fall, Christ stands as the
representative of the Father, the connecting link
between God and man; He is the great teacher of
mankind. And He ordained that men and women
should be His representatives. The family was the
school, and the parents were the teachers. {Ed 33.2}
28. What was God’s
Blueprint for education?
The system of education instituted at the beginning
of the world was to be a model for man throughout
all aftertime. As an illustration of its principles a
model school was established in Eden, the home of
our first parents. The Garden of Eden was the
schoolroom, nature was the lesson book, the Creator
Himself was the instructor, and the parents of the
human family were the students. {Ed 20.1}
29. What was God’s
Blueprint for education?
To Adam and Eve was committed the care of the
garden, “to dress it and to keep it.” Genesis 2:15.
Though rich in all that the Owner of the universe
could supply, they were not to be idle. Useful
occupation was appointed them as a blessing, to
strengthen the body, to expand the mind, and to
develop the character. {Ed 21.2}
30. What was God’s
Blueprint for education?
Jesus followed the divine plan of education. The schools
of His time, with their magnifying of things small and
their belittling of things great, He did not seek. His
education was gained directly from the Heaven-
appointed sources; from useful work, from the study of
the Scriptures and of nature, and from the experiences of
life—God’s lesson books, full of instruction to all who
bring to them the willing hand, the seeing eye, and the
understanding heart. {Ed 77.2}
31. A high standard of
education?
• Created to be “the image and glory of God” (1 Corinthians
11:7), Adam and Eve had received endowments not
unworthy of their high destiny. Every faculty of mind and
soul reflected the Creator’s glory. Endowed with high
mental and spiritual gifts, Adam and Eve were made but
“little lower than the angels” (Hebrews 2:7), that they
might not only discern the wonders of the visible universe,
but comprehend moral responsibilities and obligations. {Ed
20.2}
32. A high standard of
education?
• In early ages, with the people who were under God’s
direction, life was simple. They lived close to the heart of
nature. Their children shared in the labor of the parents
and studied the beauties and mysteries of nature’s
treasure house. And in the quiet of field and wood they
pondered those mighty truths handed down as a sacred
trust from generation to generation. Such training
produced strong men. {Ed 211.2}
33. Effect of diverting from
the Blueprint?
In God’s plan for Israel every family had a home on
the land with sufficient ground for tilling. Thus were
provided both the means and the incentive for a
useful, industrious, and self-supporting life. And no
devising of men has ever improved upon that plan.
To the world’s departure from it is owing, to a large
degree, the poverty and wretchedness that exist
today. {CT 275.3}
34. Effect of diverting from
the Blueprint?
Isaiah 55:2
2Wherefore do ye spend money for that
which is not bread? and your labour for that
which satisfieth not? hearken diligently unto
me, and eat ye that which is good, and let
your soul delight itself in fatness
35. Where it all began
• The educational work of our
denomination began with home
schools, in which one or several families
would have someone teach their
children in a home. To our knowledge,
the first church school began in 1853 at
Bucks Bridge, New York, and was taught
by Martha Byington (later Mrs. George
Amadon).
36. Humble beginnings
• One day in 1867, Edson White (18 then) saw a man
chopping wood at Battle Creek. He was a poor man
trying to recover his health at the Sanitarium.
• That man was Goodloe Harper Bell (1832-1899.
Edson asked him if, in his spare time, he would
teach him and some other young men grammar.
• In 1868, Bell opened a “select school”. Edson and
William (EGW’s sons) were among his first
students. Another teen, J.H Kellogg, also attended.
37. Church adopts Bell’s school
• Five years later, in 1872, the situation changed.
That spring, the Whites met with the church to
consider starting a denominational church
school in Battle Creek. It was decided to adopt
Bell’s school. Bell had no college degree.
• When it opened that fall, there were so many
students that Bell had to teach a morning class
for some and an evening class for those who
worked days at the Review.
38. EG White’s advice rejected
• In March 1873, the General Conference Session,
encouraged by James and Ellen White, voted to
form an Educational Society; $54,000 in cash, or
pledges, was raised by the end of the year.
• Ellen White wept when they rejected her advice to
purchase a 40-acre former fairgrounds, outside
Battle Creek, for the school; and, instead, they
purchased a 12-acre estate in the city, near the
Western Health Reform Institute.
39. Classical curriculum vs blueprint
• in 1875, Sidney Brownsburger, fresh from the
University of Michigan, was elected president.
Goodloe Bell was in charge of the English Department
and Uriah Smith was the Bible teacher.
• Brownsburger believed in a classical (liberal arts)
curriculum; he demanded that only that be taught.
• All the while Bell, along with Ellen White, continued
to urge her plan of education; but Brownsburger
would have nothing to do with it. Finally, in 1881,
Brownsburger resigned.
40. Two methods contrasted
• “The popular method of filling the student’s mind
with that which is not practical and hurrying him
through a certain course, in order that he may obtain
a diploma, is not true education. True education
begins on the inside, at the core, with that which is
practical. It builds up and strengthens a symmetry of
character that by and by, in this life, will show itself in
some grand, good, and noble work for the world. The
school at South Lancaster seeks to attain to this
ideal.”—G.H. Bell, Review December 26, 1882.
41. Other training schools started
• In the 1890s, a training school was established in
South Africa (Solusi in Rhodesia, modern Zimbabwe,
in 1894); and Ellen White started another one in
Australia (Avondale, in Cooranbong in 1897). During
those years, she wrote extensively on the blueprint
for our schools. One person who studied her writings
very carefully was E.A. Sutherland (1865-1955), head
of Walla Walla College, who instituted several
important reforms. He would later figure prominently
in the effort to salvage our educational blueprint.
42. Sutherland and Magan
• Percy Tilson Magan (1867-1947) was born in Ireland,
emigrated to the United States in 1886, and joined
the church that year. The following year, he worked in
Nebraska as a licensed minister. In 1888, he entered
Battle Creek College.
• A strong friendship sprang up between Sutherland
and Magan. That fall, Ellen White invited young
Magan to come live in her home. Sutherland visited
there frequently; and, as the coming years revealed,
both young men learned an immense amount.
43. A useful lesson
• One Sunday morning, Ed Sutherland held the plow
and Magan drove the team while 225-lb. J.G. Lamson
sat on the beam—and the three of them plowed up
the tennis court and turned it into a vegetable
garden.
• Then friends helped purchase an 80-acre farm. Fruit
trees, shrubs, and vines grew on 30 acres; and the
remainder supplied the college with fresh produce.
Another advantage was that the new farm provided
employment for students.
44. A warning rejected
• “The health reform is a branch of the special work of God for the
benefit of His people. I saw that in an institution established
among us the greatest danger would be of its managers’ departing
from the spirit of the present truth and from that simplicity which
should ever characterize the disciples of Christ.
• “A warning was given me against lowering the standard of truth in
any way in such an institution in order to help the feelings of
unbelievers and thus secure their patronage. The great object of
receiving unbelievers into the institution is to lead them to
embrace the truth. If the standard be lowered, they will get the
impression that the truth is of little importance, and they will go
away in a state of mind harder of access than before.”—1
Testimonies, p. 560 (cf. 1 Testimonies, pp. 633-634).
45. What was the big ‘secret’?
• In 1891, Dr. David Paulson stopped by to see
John Harvey Kellogg, M.D., at the Battle Creek
Sanitarium. Paulson asked a question he had
been thinking about for some time. “John, how
is it that you are able to stay five years ahead of
the rest of the medical profession?”
• Kellogg leaned back in his chair, and the answer
he gave was one that Paulson never forgot.
46. Five years ahead of the game
• Kellogg replied that, “if something new was
advocated, he instantly adopted it if, from his
knowledge of Mrs. White’s writings, it was sound.
When other physicians finally accepted it, after slowly
feeling their way, Kellogg had a five-year head start.
On the other hand, Kellogg rejected some of the new
medical fads because they did not measure up to the
light given [to] Mrs. White. When other doctors
finally discovered their mistake, they wondered why
Kellogg had not been caught as they had.”—Richard
A. Shaefer, Legacy, p. 60.
47. A twofold approach
• “I tried to make it plain that sanitarium
physicians and helpers were to cooperate
with God in combating disease not only
through the use of natural remedial agencies
He has placed within our reach, but also by
encouraging their patients to lay hold on
divine strength through obedience to the
commandments of God.”—EGW, Review,
June 21, 1906.
48. The right methods of treatment
• “The education that meets the world’s standard is to
be less and less valued by those who are seeking for
efficiency in carrying the medical missionary work in
connection with the work of the third angel’s
message. They are to be educated from the
standpoint of conscience; and as they conscientiously
and faithfully follow right methods in their treatment
of the sick, these methods will come to be recognized
as preferable to the methods of nursing to which
many have become accustomed, which demands the
use of poisonous drugs. —March 24, 1908; printed in
The Medical Evangelist, Vol. 2, No. 1, 1910.
49. The healing heaven approves
• “There are many ways of practicing the healing art, but
there is only one way that Heaven approves. God’s
remedies are the simple agencies of nature, that will not
tax or debilitate the system through their powerful
properties. Pure air and water, cleanliness, a proper diet,
purity of life, and a firm trust in God, are remedies for the
want of which thousands are dying, yet these remedies
are going out of date because their skillful use requires
work that the people do not appreciate. Fresh air,
exercise, pure water, and clean, sweet premises, are
within the reach of all with but little expense; but drugs
are expensive, both in the outlay of means and the effect
produced upon the system.”—Counsels on Health, p. 323.
50. The only true remedies
• “Pure air, sunlight, abstemiousness, rest,
exercise, proper diet, the use of water, trust in
divine power—these are the true remedies.
Every person should have a knowledge of
nature’s remedial agencies and how to apply
them. It is essential both to understand the
principles involved in the treatment of the sick
and to have a practical training that will enable
one rightly to use this knowledge. —Ministry of
Healing, pp. 126-127.
51. More of the Bible
• “Study the Bible more and the theories of the medical
fraternity less, and you will have greater spiritual
health. Your mind will be clearer and more vigorous.
Much that is embraced in a medical course is
positively unnecessary. Those who take a medical
training spend a great deal of time in learning that
which is worthless. Many of the theories that they
learn may be compared in value to the traditions and
maxims taught by the scribes and Pharisees. Many of
the intricacies with which they have to become
familiar are an injury to their minds.”—Counsels on
Health, pp. 369-370.
52. Discussion
• How does education reform link with other
reforms (Sabbath, health, dress reforms, country
living etc)? (2Tim 3:17)
• What challenges prevent today’s church from
implementing true education? How can these
challenges be overcome?
• From Vance Ferrell’s ‘Broken Blueprint’, what
ruined the blueprint? How can it be restored?
• Do we need true education institutions today?
What practical steps can we take to implement
true education?