Disciples of the Heavenly Teacher
We have found the Messias, which is, being interpreted, the Christ. John 1:41. While two disciples were standing near, John again saw Jesus among the people. Again the face of the prophet was lighted up with glory from the Unseen, as he cried, “Behold the Lamb of God!” The words thrilled the hearts of the […]
The Teacher Sent by God
We know that thou art a teacher come from God: for no man can do these miracles that thou doest, except God be with him. John 3:2. Christ maintained an all-sided, firm self-possession in His remarkable sympathy for others. He did good with a tranquillity and patient continuance never equaled by any human being. The […]
The Great Teacher
For this cause came I into the world, that I should bear witness unto the truth. John 18:37. Christ was the greatest teacher the world has ever known. He came to this earth to shed abroad the bright beams of truth, that men might gain a fitness for heaven. “For this cause came I into […]
Teachers to Uphold God’s Law
The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul. Psalm 19:7. Wherever Ezra labored, there sprang up a revival in the study of the Holy Scriptures. Teachers were appointed to instruct the people; the law of the Lord was exalted and made honorable. The books of the prophets were searched and the passages foretelling […]
Transforming Power of Obedience to God’s Law
Yet I have left me seven thousand in Israel, all the knees which have not bowed unto Baal. 1 Kings 19:18. Today, as in the days of Elijah, the line of demarcation between God’s commandment-keeping people and the worshipers of false gods is clearly drawn. “How long halt ye between two opinions?” Elijah cried; “if […]
The Robe of Christ’s Own Righteousness
I counsel thee to buy of me … white raiment, that you mayest be clothed, and that the shame of thy nakedness do not appear. Revelation 3:18. The white robe of innocence was worn by our first parents when they were placed by God in holy Eden. They lived in perfect conformity to the will […]
