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TRUEEDU

School

Senior Division

First 1990



Lesson

1

TRUE EDUCATION

Title

True Education

Page

5

2 The Education of Our Children 8

.3 True and False Education 114 Knowledge Acquired From the 14

5 The Importance of Searching for 17

6 The Need for Educative Reform 20

7 The Character and Work of 23

8 Church Schools 26

9 Boarding Schools 29

10 Physical Education 32

11 The Bible as an Educative Agent 35

12 The Master of Masters 38

13 Higher Education 42

The Sabbath School Lesson Quarterly, True'Education, for January-March 1990,

is published by the Seventh Day Adventist Reform Movement General Conference,

Sabbath School Department. It is printed and distributed by Reformation Herald Pub

lishing Association, P. O. Box 7240, Roanoke, Virginia 24019-0240, U.S.A.

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FOREWORD

As we are drawing closer to the end, we should dedicate more and moreattention to the subject of education. This topic was studied in 1969 and1986, and now we will study it again under the title True Education, duringthe first quarter of 1990.

Our Sabbath School teachers and students will notice that the newlessons on this theme are not simply a repetition or rehash of previouslessons. Each time we go over the same field, we consider new aspects andnew questions, with more light from the Bible and the Spirit of Prophecy.Sister White wrote:

"Now as never before, we need to understand the true science of education. I f we fail to understand this, we shall never have a place in the kingdomof God."-Christian Educator, August 1897.The object of true education can be summarized in these few sentences:

it is to direct our minds to God's own revelation of Himself (Ed 16);- it is to bring us back into harmony with God (CT 49);- it is to develop righteous (CT 61) and symmetrical characters (4T

425), which will reflect God's image (CT 49);it is to restore man to the perfection in which he was created (Ed 15,16), by developing all his physical, mental, and spiritual powers (Ed13; CT 64; 5T 522);it is to enable men to use their God-given powers to best represent

the truth and to promote God's glory (CT 361;3T

160);it is to provide the needed preparation for the best performance oflife's duties (MYP 271), and to fit us for service in the plan of salvation (MH 395).

This kind of education will fortify the minds of our people against thedeceptions of Satan which are ensnaring theworld. The eyes of our brethrenmust be opened to the dangers lurking in everything that is connected withfalse education. Members and friends should take the following warning intoserious consideration:

"[T]oday those who would represent Christ must form new habits.

Theories which originate with the world must be given up. Their words andtheir works must be after the divine similitude. They must not place themselves in connection with the debasing principles and sentiments that belongto the worship of other gods. The}' c a ~ t "AU: ne tdce ive their education from those who know not God&4 ~ I & \ ~ notIt life andlight of men. These men belong to c u ' i o t ~ f R ' ~ led by adisloyal prince, and they mi e t is F entals of

Christian Education, p. 469.As we go through thesKate In this quarterly, may the Holy

Spirit enlighten the minds of teachers and students, parents and children!

The coming ofChrist is at the door, and we will soon have to give an accountof our stewardship. Blessed is everyone who will be able to say, "Behold, Iand the children whom the Lord hath given me."

The General Conference Sabbath School Department

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Special Project Offering

for a property in Los Angeles, California

In 1982, a beautiful monument to the Lord was dedicated in the LosAngeles area, made possible through the great sacrifices of the local brethren and the generous financial support of Sabbath school members worldwide. The church building is able to accommodate up to 100 persons, andthe brethren are very grateful to be able to worship in their own sanctuary.

Recently, however, the work in the Southwest U.S. Field has grownrapidly among the Spanish-speaking people. With this considerable progress, an additional building had to be rented primarily for our Spanishspeaking believers. They hold weekly worship services in their own languagein this rented facility, with about 130 persons in attendance.

Unfortunately, the owners of this rented building have sold it to anotherdenomination. The new owners raised the rental fee considerably and haveindicated that their facility will not be available much longer. They have, in

fact, given a time limit to find another place. Under these circumstances,many attempts have been made to find a suitable meeting place. A certainnumber of denominations have been approached on this matter, but untilnow all efforts have been in vain. The best solution would be to purchase orbuild a chapel for the increasing needs of the Lord's work.

As it is very difficult to find church buildings for sale in Los Angeles atan affordable price, it is almost certain that our believers will have to buildtheir own sanctuary. One brother has already donated a building lot for thispurpose, and an enthusiastic fund-raising campaign has begun. Nevertheless, in order to go ahead with this project, the help of our brethren andfriends around the world is needed.

Therefore, please consider the needs in the Los Angeles area, and makea generous contribution for their project at the end of this quarter. Throughthe sacrifices of all of us, more and more projects are being accomplished in

the worldwide vineyard. The Lord loves a cheerful giver, and promises arich recompense as He speaks these challenging words, "Prove me nowherewith . . . if I will not open you the windows of heaven, and pour you outa blessing, that there shall not be room enough to receive it" (Malachi 3:10).

In behalf of the Southwest U.S. Field, we thank you in advance for yoursacrifices.

The General Conference Sabbath School Department

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Lesson 1 Sabbath, January 6, 1990

TRUE EDUCATION

"True education ... prepares the s tudent for the joy of service in this worldand for the higher joy of wider service in the world to come."- Education, p. 13.

KEY TEXT: "As for these four children, God gave them knowledge and skill in alllearning and wisdom." Daniel 1:17.

THE MOST BEAUTIFUL WORK

D Sunday

December 31

1. What is the most important work entrusted to human beings? Proverbs

22:6.

"It is the nicest work ever assumed by men and women to deal with youthful minds.. . . The early education of youth shapes their characters both in their secular and intheir religious life. Solomon says: [Proverbs 22:6 quoted]. This language is positive.The training which Solomon enjoins is to direct, educate, and develop."-Testimonies,

Yol. 3, p. 131.

2. When are parents and teachers qualified for this duty? Proverbs 16:32 (last

part).

"In order for parents and teachers to do this work, they must themselves understand 'the way' the child should go. This embraces more than merely having a knowledge of books. It takes in everything that is good, virtuous, righteous, and holy. It

comprehends the practice of temperance, godliness, brotherly kindness, and love toGod and to one another."- Testimonies, yol. 3, pp. 131, 132.

AN EXTENSIVE WORK

o Monday

January 1

3. What does the word "education" involve? 1 Thessalonians 5:23; 2 Timogty

4:2.

"In order to attain this object, the physical, mental, moral, and religious education of children must have attention."- Testimonies, yol. 3, p. 132.

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4. What is the object of true education? Isaiah 61:3 (last part); 2 Timothy 3:17.

"The great object to be secured should be the proper development of character,that the individual may be fitted rightly to discharge the duties of the present life andto enter at last upon the future, immortallife."-Testimonies, vol. 4, p. 418.

PROPER ENVIRONMENTo Tuesday

January 2

5. In accordance with God's plan, what has always constituted the idea l en·

vironment for true education? Genesis 2:15.

"The only school room for children from eight to ten years of age should be in theopen air amid the opening flowers and nature's beautiful scenery. And their only text·book should be the treasures of nature. "-Testimonies, vol. 3, p. 137.

6. What will be the resul t of such an education? Psalm 144:12.

"In order for children and youth to have health, cheerfulness, vivacity, and well·developed muscles and brains, they should be much in the open air and have wellregulated employment and amusement. . . . And if their habits of eating, dressing,and sleeping are in accordance with physical law, they can obtain an educationwithout sacrificing physical and mental health."- Testimonies, vol. 3, pp. 137, 138.

THE FIRST SCHOOL

7. Who should be a child's first teachers? Deuteronomy 6:6-9.

oWednesday

January 3

"Parents should be the only teachers of their children until they have reachedeight or ten years of age."- Testimonies, vol. 3, p. 137.

8. What is the mother 's role in this fundamental work? 2 Timothy 1:5; 3:.15.

"The mother should have less love for the artificial in her house and in thepreparation of her dress for display, and should find time to cultivate, in herself and inher children, a love for the beautiful buds and opening flowers. By calling the attention of her children to their different colors and variety of forms, she can make themacquainted with God, who made all the beautiful things which attract and delightthem."-Testimonies, vol. 3, p. 137.

ATTENTION DUE TO CHILDREN

o Thursday

January 4

9. What argument do many parents present to justify their lack of attention to

their children?What instruction should they bear in mind? Ecclesiastes 3:1.

"Many parents plead that they have so much to do that they have no time to im·prove their minds, to educate their children for practical life, or to teach them howthey may become lambs of Christ's fold."-Testimonies, vol. 3, p. 145.

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10. What words will be heard f rom Chris t by negligent parents who do not take

interest in the education of their children? Matthew 25:41.

"Not only have they failed to secure for themselves the words of commendationfrom the King of glory, 'Well done, thou good and faithful servant: . . . enter thou intothe joy of thy Lord,' but they hear pronounced upon their children the terrible denuncia-tion, 'Depart!' This separates their children forever from the joys and glories of heaven,and from the presence of Christ. And they themselves also receive the denunciation:Depart, 'thou wicked and slothful servant.' "-Testimonies, vol. 3, p. 145.

REVIEW AND THOUGHTQUESTIONS

o Friday

January 5

a. Which is the most important of all the duties entrusted to human beings, and

who is the most qualified person to initiate it?

b. What is the extent of true education?

c. What is the ideal place for the education of children and wha t benefits does

such a place offer?

d. What should be the primary concern of the teacher in the child's first school? '

e. I f parents do not take time to educate their children, will they be excused?

What will they hear from the mouth of the Lord? •

•"The uneducated man who is consecrated

to God and who longs to bless others can be,

and is, used by the Lord in His service. Butthose who, with the same spirit of consecra-

tion, have had the benefit of a thorough educa-

tion, can do a much more extensive work for

Christ. They stand on vantage ground."-Christ's

Object Lessons, p. 333.

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THE EDUCATION OF OUR CHILDREN

"In the highest sense the work of education and the work of redemption areone, for in education, as in redemption, 'other foundation can no man lay

than that is laid, which is Jesus Christ: " -Education, p. 30.

KEY TEXT: "That our sons may be as plants grown up in their youth; that ourdaughters may be as corner stones, polished after the similitude of apalace." Psalm 144:12.

THE HOME OF CHRIST-A MODEL

1. What schools did Christ attend? John 7:14, 15.

o Sunday

January 7

"The child Jesus did not receive instruction in the synagogue schools. His motherwas His first human teacher. From her lips and from the scrolls of the prophets, Helearned of heavenly things. The very words which He Himself had spoken to Mosesfor Israel He was now taught at His mother's knee. As He advanced from childhoodto youth, He did not seek the schools of the rabbis. He needed not the education to beobtained from such sources; for God was His instructor.

"The question asked during the Saviour's ministry, 'How knoweth this man let-ters, having never learned?' does not indicate that Jesus was unable to read, but mere-ly that He had not received a rabbinical education."-The Desire of Ages, p. 70.

2. Besides theWord of God, where else did He obtain wisdom?Matthew 6:28,29.

"And spread out before Him was the great library of God's created works. Hewho had made all things studied the lessons which His own hand had written in earthand sea and sky. Apart from the unholy ways of the world, He gathered stores ofscientific knowledge from nature. He studied the life of plants and animals, and thelife of man."-The Desire of Ages, p. 70.

ELI'S SONS-A WARNING

3. What character did the sons of Eli possess? 1 Samuel 2:12.

o Monday

January 8

"They had no proper appreciation of the character of God or of the sacredness ofHis law. His service was to them a common thing. From childhood they had been ac-

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customed to the sanctuary and its service; but instead of becoming more reverent, theyhad lost all sense of its holiness and significance."-Patriarchs and Prophets, pp. 575, 576.

4. What weakness did Eli reveal in regard to his sons? 1 Samuel 2:29.

"Eli was an indulgent father. Loving peace and ease, he did not exercise hisauthority to correct the evil habits and passions of his children. Rather than contendwith them or punish them, he would submit to their will and give them their own way.Instead of regarding the education of his sons as one of the most important of hisresponsibilities, he treated the matter as of little consequence. . . . But Eli shrankfrom this duty, because it involved crossing the will of his sons, and would make itnecessary to punish and deny them. Without weighing the terrible consequences thatwould follow his course, he indulged his children in whatever they desired andneglected the work of fitting them for the service of God and the duties of life."Patriarchs and Prophets, p. 575.

ELI'S HOME-CONSEQUENCES OF PARENTAL NEGLECT

o Tuesday

January 9

5. List the consequences of Eli's neglect in the education of his sons. 1 Samuel

4:2, 10, 11, 18, 19,22.

"The Philistines made a fierce assault, which resulted in the defeat of Israel, withgreat slaughter. Thirty thousand men lay dead upon the field, and the ark of God was

taken, the two sons of Eli having fallen while fighting to defend it. . . ."The most terrifying calamity that could occur had befallen Israel. The ark ofGod had been captured, and was in the possession of the enemy. The glory had in-deed departed from Israel when the symbol of the abiding presence and power ofJehovah was removed from the midst of them. . . .

"The thought that his sin had thus dishonored God and caused Him to withdrawHis presence from Israel was more than he could bear; his strength was gone, he fell,'and his neck brake, and he died.' "-Patriarchs and Prophets, pp. 583-585.

6. What warning is given to overly indulgent parents? Proverbs 22:15.

"Eli did not manage his household according to God's rules for family government. He followed his own judgment. The fond father overlooked the faults and sinsof his sons in their childhood, flattering himself that after a time they would outgrowtheir evil tendencies. Many are now making a similar mistake. They think they knowa better way of training their children than that which God has given in His word.They foster wrong tendencies in them, urging as an excuse, 'They are too young tobe punished. Wait till they become older, and can be reasoned with.' Thus wronghabits are left to strengthen until they become second nature. The children grow up

without restraint, with traits of character that are a lifelong curse to them and areliable to be reproduced in others."-Patriarchs and Prophets, pp. 578, 579.

ABRAHAM'S HOME-AN EXAMPLE

7. What did God say about Abraham? Genesis 18:19.

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o Wednesday

January 10



"And he would not only fear the Lord himself, but would cultivate religion in hishome. He would instruct his family in righteousness. The law of God would be therule in his household."-Patriarchs and Prophets, p. 141.

8. What effective measure did Abraham adopt in the education of his children?

As far as opposition to idolatry is concerned, what paral lel can be seen be

tween Abraham and Paul? 1 Corinthians 10:14.

"Abraham sought by every means in his power to guard the inmates of his en-campment against mingling with the heathen and witnessing their idolatrous practices, for he knew that familiarity with evil would insensibly corrupt the principles.The greatest care was exercised to shut out every form of false religion and to im-press the mind with the majesty and glory of the living God as the true object of worship."-Patriarchs and Prophets, p. 141.

THE GOLDEN RULE o ThursdayJanuary 11

9. What golden rule did Abraham use in his home? Genesis 26:5; Psalm 119:1 .

"God's law had appointed to each his duties, and only in obedience to it could anysecure happiness or prosperity."-Patriarchs and Prophets, p. 142.

10. Whose example should Christ ian parents faithfully follow? Genesis 13:3,4.

"Like the patriarchs of old, those who profess to love God should erect an altar tothe Lord wherever they pitch their tent. I f ever there was a time when every houseshould be a house of prayer, it is now. Fathers and mothers should often lift up theirhearts to God in humble supplication for themselves and their children. Let thefather, as priest of the household, lay upon the altar of God the morning and eveningsacrifice, while the wife and children unite in prayer and praise. In such a householdJesus will love to tarry."-Patriarchs and Prophets, p. 144.

REVIEW AND THOUGHTQUESTIONS

o Friday

January 12

a. From what two important sources did Jesus obtain His education?

b. Why did God cal l Eli's sons the sons of Belial?

c. What evils would Eli have averted i f he had used "the rod of correction" at

the appropriate time?

d. In contras t to Eli, what did God say about Abraham as an educator?

e. What was the secret ofAbraham's temporal and spiritual prosperity? •

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Lesson 3 Sabbath, January 20 , 1990

TRUE AND FALSE EDUCATION

"The master mind in the confederacy of evil is ever working to keep out of

sight the words of God and to bring into full view the opinions of men . He

means that we shall not hea r the voice of God saying: 'This is the way, walk

ye in it: Through educational processes he is doing all in his power to

obscure heaven's light:' - Testimonies, vol. 8, p. 305.

KEY TEXT: "Come out of her, my people, that ye be not partakers of her sins, andthat ye receive not of her plagues." Revelation 18:4.

PHILOSOPHICAL SPECULATIONS

o Sunday

January 14

1. What warning is found in the Word of God concerning the philosophy derived

from human wisdom? Colossians 2:8.

"Philosophical speculation and scientific research in which God is not acknowledged are making skeptics of thousands of the youth. In the schools of today the con-clusions that learned men have reached as the result of their scientific investigationsare carefully taught and fully explained; while the impression is distinctly given that ifthese learned men are correct, the Bible cannot be. Skepticism is attractive to the hu-man mind. The youth see in it an independence that captivates the imagination, andthey are deceived. Satan triumphs; it is altogether as he meant it should be. He nourishes every seed of doubt that is sown in young hearts. He causes it to grow and bearfruit, and soon a plentiful harvest of infidelity is reaped."- Testimonies, vol. 8, p. 305.

2. How did certain philosophers act when they heard Paul? Acts 17:18. What

must be expected of those who do not know God and His Word?

"It is because the human heart is inclined to evil that there is so great danger insowing the seeds of skepticism in young minds. Whatever weakens faith in God, robsthe soul of power to resist temptation. I t removes the only real safeguard againstsin."- Testimonies, vol. 8, p. 305.

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UNBELIEVING AUTHORS

D Monday

January 15

3. Can anyone who does not know God be considered wise? 1 Corinthians 1:20;

Romans 1:22. What is the effect of his ideas upon the youth? Luke 6:39; 1

Corinthians 15:33.

"Can we then expect the youth to maintain Christian principles and to developChristian character while their education is largely influenced by the teachings of pagans, atheists, and infidels?"- Testimonies, vol. 8, p. 306.

4. Instead of reading the works of unbelieving authors, what should young peo

ple do? Isa iah 34:16; Matthew 11:28-30.

" If the time and effort spent in seeking to grasp the bright ideas of infidels weregiven to studying the precious things in the word of God, thousands who now sit indarkness and in the shadow of death would be rejoicing in the glory of the Light oflife."- Testimonies, vol. 8, p. 306.

HISTORICAL AND THEOLOGICAL KNOWLEDGE

o Tuesday

January 16

5. What is the real result when someone dedicates himself to the s tudy of his

tory and theology written by unbelieving authors? Isaiah 50:11.

"Many who are seeking a preparation for the Lord's work think it essential to ac-cumulate large volumes of historical and theological writings. They suppose that thestudy of these works will be a great advantage to them in learning how to reach thepeople. This is an error."- Testimonies, vol. 8, p. 307.

6. What did Solomon say about the practice of reading many books? Ecclesias

tes 12:12. What does the Spirit of Prophecy say about acquiring many his

torical and theological books?

"As I see shelves piled with these books, some of them rarely looked into, I think:Why spend money for that which is not bread? The sixth chapter of John tells us morethan can be found in such works. Christ says: ' I am the Bread of Life.' 'The wordsthat I speak unto you, they are spirit, and they are life.' John 6:35, 63."- Testimonies,

vol. 8, p. 307.

FAIRY TALES

D Wednesday

January 17

7. What warning is given in the Bible and in the Spirit of Prophecy about

reading fairy tales? Isaiah 55:2.

"In the education of children and youth, fairy tales, myths, and fictitious storiesare now given a large place. Books of this character are used in the schools, and theyare to be found in many homes. How can Christian parents permit their children to

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use books so filled with falsehood? When the children ask the meaning of stories socontrary to the teaching of their parents, the answer is that the stories are not true; butthis does not do away with the evil results of their use."- Testimonies, vol. 8, pp. 308, 309.

8. What effect does reading such publications have upon the minds of children

and young people? Proverbs 14:12.

"The ideas presented in these books mislead the children. They impart falseviews of life and beget and foster a desire for the unreal.

"The widespread use of such books at this time is one of the cunning devices ofSatan. . . . He means that our children and youth shall be swept away by the souldestroying deceptions with which he is flooding the world. Therefore he seeks todivert their minds from the word of God, and thus prevent them from gaining aknowledge of those truths that would be their safeguard.

"Never should books containing a perversion of truth be placed before children oryouth."- Testimonies, vol. 8, p. 309.

A PURE SOURCE

o Thursday

January 18

9 . From wha t source should children, youth, and adults draw knowledge i f theydes ire to become true Christians? Psalm 119:9-11.

"Christ presented the principles of truth in the gospel. In His teaching we maydrink of the pure streams that flow from the throne of God."- Testimonies, vol. 8, p. 309.

10. What should be the main object of true education? Proverbs 4:23.

"What we need is knowledge that will strengthen mind and soul, that will makeus better men and women. Heart education is of more importance than the educationgained from books."-Testimonies, vol. 8, p. 311.

REVIEW AND THOUGHT QUESTIONS

o Friday

January 19

a. What precautions should be taken in regard to human philosophies and their

expositors?

b. Where should we search for refuge against the delusions of unbel ieving

authors?

c. Against what danger should all guard who in tend to study theology?

d. What type of stories do not educate but pervert the mind of a child?

e. What is the source f rom which the spiritual heart should derive its nourish-

ment? •

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KNOWLEDGE ACQUIRED

FROM THE WORD OF GOD

"The whole Bible is a revelation of the glory of God in Christ. Received,

believed, obeyed, it is the great instrumentality in the transformation of

character. And i t is the only sure means of intellectual culture."-Testimonies,

vol. 8, p. 319.

KEY TEXT: "Happy is the man that findeth wisdom, and the man that gettethunderstanding." Proverbs 3:13.

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE

D Sunday

January 21

1. What fundamental knowledge is essential to salvation? John 17:3.

"The knowledge of God as revealed in His word is the knowledge to be given toour children. From the earliest dawn of reason they should be made familiar with thename and the life of Jesus."-Testimonies, vol. 8, p. 320.

2. What is the f ir st lesson that should be given to children? Psalm 89:26; 1

John 4:11.

"The very first lesson given them should be that God is their Father. Their veryfirst training should teach them to render loving obedience. Reverently and tenderlylet the word of God be read and repeated to them, in portions suited to their comprehension and adapted to awaken their interest. Above all, let them learn of His loverevealed in Christ, and its great lesson: 'If God so loved us, we ought also to love oneanother.' " - Testimonies, vol. 8, p. 320.

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EXPERIMENTAL KNOWLEDGE

3. What knowledge did the disciples have of Christ?

a) John ( l John 1:1).

b) Peter (2 Peter 1:16-18).

c) The Twelve and more than 500 brethren (1 Corinthians 15:5-7).

d) Paul (1 Corinthians 15:8; Acts 9:4, 5).

4. How can we personally know Christ? Ephesians 3:14-19.

o MondayJanuary 22

"Thus through faith they will come to know God by an experimental knowledge.They have proved for themselves the reality of His word, the truth of His promises.They have tasted, and they know that the Lord is good."-Testimonies, vol. 8, p. 321.

EXPERIMENTAL KNOWLEDGE (continued)

o TuesdayJanuary 23

5. How can we know God? Psalm 19:1-6; John 14:6, 7; Hebrews 1:1-3; John

5:39.

"Nature and revelation alike testify of God's love. . . . The word of God reveals Hischaracter. . . . The Son of God came from heaven to make manifest the Father."-Stepsto Christ, pp. 9-11.

6. What should each Chris tian be able to say confidently? 2 Timothy 1:12.

"I needed help, and I found it in Jesus. Every want was supplied, the hunger ofmy soul was satisfied; the Bible is to me the revelation of Christ. I believe in Jesus

because He is to me a divine Saviour. I believe the Bible because I have found it to bethe voice of God to my soul."- Testimonies, vol. 8, p. 321.

WONDERFUL POSSIBILITIES

o Wednesday

January 24

7. What petition did Moses present to God? Exodus 33:18. What was the divine.. answer? Exodus 33:19.

"When Moses prayed, '1 beseech Thee, show me Thy glory' (Exodus 33:18), theLord did not rebuke him, but He granted his prayer. 'God declared to His servant: 'Iwill make all My goodness pass before thee, and will proclaim the name of Jehovahbefore they.' "-Testimonies, vol. 8, pp. 321, 322.

8. In what does the glory of God consist? Exodus 34:6, 7. What possibility lies

before us?

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"Our lives may seem a tangle; but as we commit ourselves to the wise MasterWorker, He will bring out the pattern of life and character that will be to His ownglory. And that character which expresses the glory-character-of Christ will bereceived into the Paradise of God. A renovated race shall walk with Him in white, forthey are worthy."-The Desire of Ages, p. 331.

WONDERFUL POSSIBILITIES (continued) o ThursdayJanuary 25

9. What o ther wonderful possibilities lie within the reach of every Christian?

Revelation 2:7.

"The glVlng of the tree of life in Eden was conditional, and it was finallywithdrawn. But the gifts of the future life are absolute and eternal."-Education, p. 302.

10. Mention other rewards which will be granted to the fai thful . Revelation22:1,2; 21:4. Who shall be the Teacher of the redeemed? Revelation 21:3.

"Restored to His presence, man will again, as at the beginning, be taught ofGod. . . .

"There, when the veil that darkens our vision shall be removed, and our eyesshall behold that world of beauty of which we now catch glimpses through the microscope; when we look on the glories of the heavens, now scanned afar through the telescope; when, the blight of sin removed, the whole earth shall appear in 'the beauty ofthe Lord our God,' what a field will be open to our study! There the student of sciencemay read the records of creation and discern no reminders of the law of evil. He maylisten to the music of nature's voices and dete(:t no note of wailing or undertone of sorrow. In all created things he may trace one handwriting-in the vast universe behold'God's name writ large,' and not in earth or sea or sky one sign of ill remaining."Education, pp. 302, 303.


o Friday

January 26

a. What knowledge is fundmental to the salvation of all, especially thechildren?

b. How can we "taste and see that the Lord is good"?

c. Mention three special agents which reveal the love of God.

d. What do we need to know about God? What will be the result of such a

knowledge?

e. What reward will be granted to those who appreciate God's perfect wisdom? •

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Lesson 5 Sabbath, Feb ruary 3 , 1990

A WORK WHICH INVOLVES OUR THOUGHTS

THE IMPORTANCE OF SEARCHING

FOR TRUE KNOWLEDGE

"In a knowledge of God all true knowledge and real development have theirsource. Wherever we turn, in the physical, the mental , or the spiritual realm;in whatever we behold, apart from the blight of sin, this knowledge is revealed."-Education, p. 14 .

KEYTEXT: "The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge." Proverbs 1:7.

o Sunday

January 28

1. What is the greates t bat tle that we must fight? Galatians 5:17,24.

"Wrongs cannot be righted, nor can reformations in character be made, by a fewfeeble, intermittent efforts. Sanctification is the work, not of a day, or of a year, but ofa lifetime. The struggle for conquest over self, for holiness and heaven, is a lifelongstruggle. Without continual effort and constant activity there can be no advancementin the divine life, no attainment of the victor's crown."- Testimonies, vol. 8, pp. 312, 313.

2. What guidance and example did the apostle Paul give us? 1 Corinthians

15:31.

"Paul's sanctification was the result of a constant conflict with self. He said: 'I diedaily.' His will and his desires every day conflicted with duty and the will of God. Instead of following inclination, he did God's will, however crucifying to his ownnature."- Testimonies, vol. 8, p. 313.

NO TIME TO WASTE

o Monday

January 29

3. What urgent decision should be made by all who hear Christ's invitation? 2Corinthians 6:1, 2.

"We have no time to lose. We know not how soon 'our probation may close. Eternity stretches before us. The curtain is about to be lifted. Christ is soon to come. The

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angels of God are seeking to attract us from ourselves and from earthly things. Letthem not labor in vain."-Testimonies, vol. 8, p. 314.

4. What solemn declaration will soon be pronounced? Revelation 22:11 , 12.

"When Jesus rises up in the most holy place, lays off His mediatorial robes, andclothes Himself with the garments of vengeance, the mandate will go forth: [Revelation 22:11, 12 quoted].

"A storm is coming, relentless in its fury. Are we prepared to meet it?"We need not say: The perils of the last days are soon to come upon us. Already

they have come. We need now the sword of the Lord to cut to the very soul and marrow of fleshly lusts, appetites, and passion."- Testimonies, vol. 8, p. 315.

NEED FOR RENUNCIATION

o Tuesday

January 30

5. What condit ion is essential for every follower of Christ? Matthew 16:24.

"In order to receive help from Christ, we must realize our need. We must have atrue knowledge of ourselves. I t is only he who knows himself to be a sinner thatChrist can save. Only as we see our utter helplessness and renounce all self-trust,shall we lay hold on divine power."-Testimonies, vol. 8, p. 316.

6. How long should this renunciation continue? Isaiah 26:4.

"It is not only at the beginning of the Christian life that this renunciation of self isto be made. At every advance step heavenward it is to be renewed. All our goodworks are dependent on a power outside of ourselves; therefore there needs to be acontinual reaching out of the heart after God, a constant, earnest confession of sin andhumbling of the soul before Him. Perils surround us; and we are safe only as we feelour weakness and cling with the grasp of faith to our mighty Deliverer." - Testimonies,

vol. 8, p. 316.

o Wednesday

INTERESTS REQUIRING THE GREATEST ATTENTION January 31

7 . Where should we focus our attention? Colossians 3:1, 2.

"We must turn away from a thousand topics that invite attention. There are matters that consume time and arouse inquiry, but end in nothing. The highest interestsdemand the close attention and energy that are too often given to comparatively in-significant things."- Testimonies, vol. 8, p. 316.

8. What warning is found in the Bible and in the Spirit of Prophecy concerningnew theories? Hebrews 13:9 (first part). 'j \

"Accepting new theories does not bring new life to the soul. Even an acquaintancewith facts and theories important in themselves is of little value unless put to a practical use. We need to feel our responsibility to give our souls food that will nourishand stimulate spiritual life...- Testimonies, vol. 8, p. 316.

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PERSONAL KNOWLEDGE OF CHRIST

o Thursday

February 1

9. Although Philip had no t rouble to recognize the Son of man, what was im

plied in Christ's question to him? John 14:9 (first part). What does it mean to

know Christ? Isaiah 26:3; Philippians 3:10; 2 Peter 3:18.

"Daily we need the fresh revealing of His presence. We need to follow moreclosely His example of self-renunciation and sacrifice. . . .

"The knowledge of God and of Jesus Christ expressed in character is an exaltation above everything else that is esteemed on earth or in heaven. It is the veryhighest education. I t is the key that opens the portals of the heavenly city. Thisknowledge it is God's purpose that all who put on Christ shall possess."-Testimonies,vol. 8, p. 317.

10. What experience do we need? Galatians 2:20.

"We need the experience that Paul had when he wrote: 'I am crucified withChrist: nevertheless 1 live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me: and the life which 1 nowlive in the flesh 1 live by the faith of the Son of God, who loved me, and gave himselffor me.' "-Testimonies, vol. 8, p. 317.


o Friday

February 2

a. What daily needs do all believers have?

b. What is the most appropr ia te time to concern ourselves with our salvation?

c. As a basic condition, what is demanded of the sinner who desires the help of

Christ?

d. Upon what will we fix our highest interests if we desire to obta in a true

education?

e. What daily experience is necessary for all who des ire to have a true and per-sonal knowledge of Jesus Christ? •

•"Efforts to educate our children and youth in the fear of the

Lord without making a study of the word prominent, are sadly

misdirected. Unless there is such a training as will lead to a

recognition and an abhorrence of sin, moral deformity will re

sult. Our children should be removed from the evil influences of

the public school and placed where thoroughly convertedteachers may educate them in the Holy Scriptures. Thus stu

dents will be taught to make the word of God the grand rule of

their lives." -Counsels to Parents, Teachers, and Students, p. 204.

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Lesson 6 Sabbath, February 10, '1990

THE NEED· FOR EDUCATIVE REFORM

"Our work is reformatory; and it is the purpose of God that through the ex

cellence of the work done in our educational institutions the attent ion of thepeople shall be called to the las t great effor t to save the perishing." - Testimonies,vol. 6, p. 126.

KEY TEXT: "For the Lord gives wisdom: out of his mouth cometh knowledge and

understanding." Proverbs 2:6..

THE THIRD ANGEL'S MESSAGE IN OUR SCHOOLSD SundayFebruary 4

1. What is God's objective with the third angel's message? Revelation 14:9-12;Hebrews 5:14.

"In the book of Revelation we read of a special work that God desires to have His

people do in these last days. He has revealed His law and shown us the truth for thistime. This truth is constantly unfolding, and God designs that we shall be intelligentin regard to it, that we may be able to distinguish between right and wrong, betweenrighteousness and unrighteousness."-Testimonies, voL 6, pp. 127, 128.

2. What does the Spirit of Prophecy say about teaching the third angel's mes

sage in our schools? How important is the study of prophecy in our religious

experience? 2 Peter 1:19.

"The third angel's message, the great testing truth for this time, is to be taught inall our institutions. God designs that through them this special warning shall be given,and bright beams of light shall shine to the world. Time is short. The perils of the lastdays are upon us, and we should watch and pray, and study and heed the lessons thatare given us in the books of Daniel and the Revelation. . . ."These things concern our eternal welfare, and tea'chers and students should give

more attention to them."-Testimonies, voL 6, pp. 128, 129.

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THE STUDY OF THE BIBLEo Monday

February 5

3. What is the most effective protection against sin? Psalm 119:11.

"The urgent necessities that' are making themselves felt in this time demand a

constant education in the word of God. This is present truth. Throughout the worldthere should be a reform in Bible study, for it is needed now as never before."-Testimonies, vol. 6, p .. 131.

4. What position should the Bible occupy in our schools? Isaiah 34:16.

"Bible study is especially needed in the schools. Students should be rooted and.. grounded in divine truth. Their attention should be called, not to the assertions oft men, but to the word of God. Above all other books, the word of God must be our

study, the great textbook, the basis of all education; and our children are to beeducated in the truths found therein, irrespective of previous habits and customs. Indoing this, teachers and students will find the hidden treasure, the higher education."- Testimonies, vol. 6, pp. 131, 132.

THE STUDY OF THE BIBLE (continued)

o Tuesday

February 6

5. What benefit does a Christian obtain from studying and obeying the Word of

God? Jeremiah 15:16.

"The word must be searched in order to purify and prepare those who receive itto become members of the royal family, children of the heavenly King."-Testimonies,

vol. 6, p. 132.

6. What o ther benefits do we derive f rom the Holy Scriptures? John 6:63; 2

Timothy 3:15-17.

"By looking constantly to Jesus with the eye of faith, we shall be strengthened.God will make the most precious revelations to His hungering, thirsting people. They

will find that Christ is a personal Saviour. As they feed upon His word, they find thatit is spirit and life. The word destroys the natural, earthly nature, and imparts a newlife in Christ Jesus. The Holy Spirit comes to the soul as a Comforter. By the transforming agency of His grace, the image of God is reproduced in the disciple; he becomes a new creature. Love takes the place of hatred, and the heart receives thedivine similitude. This is what it means to live 'by every word that proceedeth out of

the mouth of God.' This is eating the Bread that comes down from heaven."-The

Desire of Ages, p. 391.

MISSIONARY TEACHERS

o Wednesday

February 7

7. What essential qualifications should teachers in our schools possess? Acts

6:3; Exodus 18:21.

"The teacher should ever conduct himself as a Christian gentleman. . . . Whenevery teacher shall forget self and feel a deep interest in the success and prosperity of

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his pupils, realizing that they are God's property and that he must render an accountfor his influence upon their minds and character, then we shall have a school in whichangels will love to linger. Jesus will look approvingly upon the work of the teachersand will send His grace into the hearts of the students."-Testimonies, vol. 5, p. 31.

8. What aim should teachers have in view? Ephesians 4:11-13.When a teacherproves to be unqualified for his work, what should be done?

"If men and women professing to be Christians have not learned to put away theirown evil and childish tempers, how can they expect to be honored and respected?

"Then what carefulness should be exercised in selecting proper persons as in-structors, that they may not only be faithful in their work, but may manifest a righttemper. If they are not trustworthy, they should be discharged. God will hold everyinstitution responsible for any neglect to see that kindness and love are encouraged. It

should never be forgotten that Christ Himself has charge of our institutions."- Testi-

monies, vol. 6, p. 134.

FACTORS OF SUCCESSD Thursday

February 8

9. What factors are essential to the success of our schools? Isaiah 41:6; 3 John

8 (last part); John 17:21-23.

"In the work of reform, teachers and students should cooperate, each working tothe best advantage to make our schools such as God can approve. Unity of action is

necessary to success."- Testimonies, vol. 6, p. 139.

10. What o ther factor is necessary for success? Deuteronomy 8:3 (last part).

"Obedience to every word of God is another condition of success. Victories arenot gained by ceremonies or display, but by simple obedience to the highest General,the Lord God of heaven. He who trusts in this Leader will never know defeat."- Testi-


REVIEW AND THOUGHT QUESTIONS D FridayFebruary 9

a. What truth should have an essential application in our schools? What is

God's intent for this special truth in our days?

b. What is the effect of an education based mainly upon the study of the Bible?

c. What are the immediate results of the study of the Word of God?

d. What traits of character should teachers possess?What should be done with I

teachers who lack these qualifications? r ,

e. What are the prerequisites for success in our schools?

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Lesson 7 Sabbath, February 17, 1990

THE CHARACTER AND WORK

OF THE TEACHER

"All who teach in our schools should have a close connection with God and athorough understanding of His word, that they may be able to b ring d iv ine

wisdom and knowledge into the work of educating the youth for usefulness

in this life and for the future, immortallife,"-Testimonies, vol. 6, pp. 152, 153 .

KEY TEXT: "Ye also, as lively stones, are built up a spiritual house, an holy priesthood, to offer up spiritual sacrifices, acceptable to God by JesusChrist." 1 Peter 2:5.

BAPTIZED BY THE HOLY SPIRIT

o Sunday

February 11

1. What factor is indispensable to a Christian teacher? John 16:13.

"Principal and teachers need to be baptized with the Holy Spirit."-Testimonies,vol. 6, p. 153.

"Baptized with the Spirit of Jesus, there will be a love, a harmony, a meekness, ahiding of the self in Jesus that the wisdom of Christ will be given, the understandingenlightened; that which seems dark will be made clear. The faculties will be enlarged

and sanctified. He can lead those He is fitting for translation to heaven to loftier heightsof knowledge and broader views of truth."-Counsels to Writers and Editors, p. 81.

2. Who should be a constant example to every teacher? Hebrews 12:2, 3.

3. What should each teacher do i f he desires success? 1 Timothy 4: 13, 16; 2Timothy 2:15; 3:16,17.

"Teachers who will learn from the Great Teacher will realize the help of God asdid Daniel and his fellows."- Testimonies, vol. 6, pp. 153, 154.

,STUDENTS OF THE WORD OF GOD

o Monday

February 12

"The teachers in our schools need to search the Scriptures until they understandthem for their individual selves, opening their hearts to the precious rays of lightwhich God has given, and walking therein."-Testimonies, vol. 6, p. 155.

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4. What method is recommended in the Bible and in the Spirit of Prophecy?

Psalms 1:2; 143:8; Hebrews 12:2.

"It would be well for us to spend a thoughtful hour each day in contemplation ofthe life of Christ. We should take it point by point, and let the imagination grasp eachscene, especially the closing ones. As we thus dwell upon His great sacrifice for us,our confidence in Him will be more constant, our love will be quickened, and we shallbe more deeply imbued with His spirit."-The Defire of Ages, p. 83.

LEARNING AND UNLEARNING

o Tuesday

February 13

5. When we dedicate ourse lves to the work of the Lord, what should we con

stantly do? Colossians 2:8.

"Many of our teachers have much to unlearn and much of a different character tolearn. Unless they are willing to do this-unless they become thoroughly familiar withthe word of God and their minds are absorbed in studying the glorious truths concerning the life of the Great Teacher-they will encourage the very errors the Lord isseeking to correct."-Testimonies, vol. 6, p. 155.

6. What does th is constant learning include? Hosea 6:3.

"As the divine endowment-the power of the Holy Spirit-was given to the disciples, so it will today be given to all who seek aright."- Testimonies, vol. 7, p. 273.

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PROSPECTS

o Wednesday

February 14

7. The expectation of what imminent event should motivate the solemn work of

the teacher? Zephaniah 1:14.

"We are nearing the close of this earth's history. We have before us a great work,the closing work of giving the last warning message to a sinful world. There are menwho will be taken from the plow, from the vineyard, from various other branches ofwork, and sent forth by the Lord to give this message to the world."-Testimonies, vol. 7,pp. 270, 271.

8. What scene shou ld motivate us to promote without delay the preparation of

children, youth, and adult s for the work? Luke 21:25-28,

"The world is out of joint. As we look at the picture, the outlook seems discouraging. But Christ greets with hopeful assurance the very men and women who cause usdiscouragement. In them He sees qualifications that will enable them to take a placein His vineyard. If they will constantly be learners, through His providence He willmake them men and women fitted to do a work that is not beyond their capabilities;through the impartation of the Holy Spirit He will give them power of utterance."Testimonies, vol. 7, p. 271.

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FULFILLMENT OF THE PROMISE

9. What did Jesus promise to His disciples? Luke 24:49 .

D Thursday

February 15

"Joy in the Holy Spirit is health-giving, life-giving joy. In giving us His Spirit,

God gives us Himself, making Himself a fountain of divine influences, to give healthand life to the world."-Testimonies, vol. 7, p. 273.

10. What should we ask from the Lord when the work of repentance and conver-

sion is accomplished in us? Zechariah 10:1. What will be His answer?

"Weare in duty bound to draw largely from the treasure house of divine knowledge. God wants us to receive much, in order that we may impart much. He desires usto be channels through which He can impart richly of His grace to the world.

"Let sincerity and faith characterize your prayers. The Lord is willing to do for us'exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think.' Talk it; pray it. Do not talk unbelief. We cannot afford to let Satan see that he has power to darken our countenances and sadden our lives."- Testimonies, vol. 7, p. 273.


D Friday

February 16

a. With what power should teachers be endowed in their educationalwork and

who serves as an example of endowment with this power?

b. What qualifies teachers to attain success in their work?

c. Can we be sure that all we know about God and the Scriptures is correct and

complete?

d. What motives do enlightened teachers have for the fulfillment of their sol

emn work?

e. What does the Lord desire to give to His people if they entreat Him? •

•"Education not only affects to a great degree the life of the

student in this world, but its influence extends to eternity. How

important, then, that the teachers be persons capable of exert

ing a right influence. They should be men and women of reli

gious experience, daily receiving divine light to impart to theirpupils. But the teacher should not be expected to do the parent's

work." - Testimonies, vol. 5, pp. 28, 29.

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Lesson 8 Sabbath, February 24, 1990

CHURCH SCHOOLS

A DANGER TO THE YOUTH

"Wherever there are a few Sabbathkeepers, the parents should unite in pro

viding a place for a day school where their child ren and youth can be in

s tructed. They should employ a Christian teacher, who, as a consecrated

missionary, shall educate the children in such a way as to lead them to be

come missionaries." - Counsels to Parents, Teachers, and Students, p. 174.

KEY TEXT: "And Jesus went about all Galilee, teaching in their synagogues, andpreaching the gospel of the kingdom, and healing all manner of sickness and all manner of disease among the people." Matthew 4:23.

o Sunday

February 18

1. What has the Lord demanded from His people down through the ages? Isaiah

52:11; Revelation 18:4. To what danger are children and youth exposed i fthey attend public schools?

"The cities have become as Sodom, and our children are daily being exposed tomany evils. Those who attend the public schools often associate with others moreneglected than they, those who, aside from the time spent in the schoolroom, are leftto obtain a street education. . . . Thus before Sabbathkeeping parents know what evilis being done, the lessons of depravity are learned, and the souls of their little ones arecorrupted."-Testimonies, vol. 6, p. 193.

2. In view of this danger, what provisions should our churches make? 2 Corin

thians 6:14-18; Psalm 101:3.

"From their infancy the youth need to have a firm barrier built up between themand the world, that its corrupting influence may not affect them. Parents must exercise unceasing watchfulness, that their children be not lost to God. The vows of David,recorded in the 101st psalm, should be the vows of all upon whom rest the responsibilities of guarding the influences of the home."-Counsels to Parents, Teachers, and

Students, p. 119."In all our churches there should be schools, and teachers in these schools whoare missionaries. It is essential that teachers be trained to act well their part in the im-portant work of educating the children of Sabbathkeepers, not only in the sciences, .but in the Scriptures. These schools, established in different localities, and conductedbyGod-fearing men or women, as the case demands, should be built on the same principles as were the schools of the prophets."-Ibid., p. 168.

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CHURCH SCHOOLS ARE NEEDED

D Monday

February 19

QUALIFICATIONS OF CHURCH SCHOOL TEACHERS

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3. In the absence of a church school, where did Timothy obtain h is primary

religious education? 2 Timothy 1:5; 3:14,15.What declaration did the Spirit

of Prophecy make in 1900 with reference to the establishment of schools?

"Weare far behind our duty in this important matter. In many places schoolsshould have been in operation years ago. . . . Instead of centering so many largebuildings in a few places, schools should have been established in many localities."Testimonies, vol. 6, p. 199 .

4. What order was given to the church on that occasion? (Note.) With that order

before us, what words of Jesus should we bear in mind? John 9:4.

"Let these schools now be started under wise direction, that the children and

youth may be educated in their own churches. It is a grievous offense to God thatthere has been so great neglect in this line when Providence has so abundantly supplied us with facilities with which to work."-Testimonies, vol. 6, pp. 199, 200.

D Tuesday

February 20

5. What qualifications applying to minis ters and e lders a lso apply to chu rch

school teachers? Titus 1:6-9.

"In selecting teachers we should use every precaution, knowing that this is assolemn a matter as the selecting of persons for the ministry."-Testimonies, vol. 6,

p.200.

6. What persons are unqualified as teachers in our church schools? Proverbs

14:7; 19:3; 2 Timothy 3:7.

"No person of an inferior or narrow cast of mind should be placed in charge of oneof these schools. Do not place over the children young and inexperienced teacherswho have no managing ability, for their efforts will tend to disorganization. Order is

heaven's first law, and every school should in this respect be a model of heaven."Testimonies, vol. 6, pp. 200, 201.

UNQUALIFIED TEACHERS:

DISASTROUS CONSEQUENCES

D Wednesday

February 21

7. What are the consequences of entrusting children to loveless teachers? Mat

thew 7:16, 17 (last part) .

"To place over young children teachers who are proud and unloving is wicked. A

teacher of this stamp will do great harm to those who are rapidly developing character."-Testimonies, vol. 6, p. 201.

8. What is the end result of the work of such teachers? Titus 1:16; 2 Peter 2:2;

Philippians 3:18, 19.

"[T]he result of their work will be a loss of souls for Christ."- Testimonies, vol. 6,p. 201.

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RESULTS OF THE WORK OF CHURCH SCHOOLSD Thursday

February 22

9. What practical results are to be expected f rom church schools? Daniel 12:3.

"When properly conducted, church schools will be the means of lifting the stan

dard of truth in the places where they are established; for children who are receiving aChristian education will be witnesses for Christ."- Testimonies, vol. 6, p. 202.

10. What work will converted chi ldren perform through these schools? Psalm

8:1,2.

"As Jesus in the temple solved the mysteries which priests and rulers had notdiscerned, so in the closing work of this earth children who have been rightly educatedwill in their simplicity speak words which will be an astonishment to men who nowtalk of 'higher education.' As the children sang in the temple courts, 'Hosanna; Blessed is He that cometh in the name of the Lord,' so in these last days children's voiceswill be raised to give the last message of warning to a perishing world. . . . Ourchurch schools are ordained by God to prepare the children for this great work."-Tes

timonies, vol. 6, pp. 202, 203.


o Frida;February 23

a. What should be done to guard our students from the dangers to which they

are exposed in public schools?

b. What was the need of the church in 1900 with respect to education?

c. List the essential qualifications which Christ ian teachers should possess .

Who should not be entrusted with thi s work?

d. What is the inevitable result of permitting our children to be taught by

unbelieving teachers?

e. What work will children perform if they are educated in our properly managed

schools? •

•"In planning for the education of their children outside the

home, parents should realize that it is no longer safe to send

them to the public school, and should endeavor to send them to

schools where they Will obtain an education based on a Scriptural'"

foundation. Upon eVery Christian parent there rests the solemn

obligation of giving to his children an education that will leadthem to gain a knowledge of the Lord and to become partakers

of the divine nature through obedience to God's will a,nd way."

-Counsels to Parents, Teachers, and Students, p. 205.

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Lesson 9 Sabbath, March 3 , 1990

BOARDING SCHOOLS

"The family of heaven represents that which the family on earth should be;

and our school homes, where are gathered youth who a re seeking a preparation for the service of God, should approach as nearly as possible to the divine model." - Testimonies, vol. 6, p. 168.

KEY TEXT: "And the sons of the prophets said unto Elisha, Behold now, the placewhere we dwell with thee is too strait for us. Let us go, we pray thee,unto Jordan, and take thence every man a beam, and let us make us aplace there, where we may dwell. And he answered, Go ye." 2 Kings

6:1,2.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF TEACHERS

o Sunday

February 25

1. What responsibilities are placed upon the shoulders of the teachers of ourschools? Romans 2: 18-20.

"Teachers who are placed in charge of these homes bear grave responsibilities; for

they are to act as fathers and mothers, showing an interest in the students, one andall, such as parents show in their children. The varying elements in the characters ofthe youth with whom they are called to deal bring upon them care and many heavyburdens, and great tact as well as much patience is required to balance in the rightdirection minds that have been warped by bad management."-Testimonies, vol. 6,pp. 168, 169.

2. What experience is essential to these teachers? What will be the resul t oftheir efforts? Exodus 18:21, first part; Acts 6:3.

"The teachers need great managing ability; they must be true to principle and yetwise and tender, linking love and Christlike sympathy with discipline. They should bemen and women of faith, of wisdom, and of prayer. They should not manifest stern,unbending dignity, but should mingle with the youth, becoming one with them in theirjoys and sorrows as well as in their daily routine of work. Cheerful, loving obediencewill generally be the fruit of such effort."-Testimonies, vol. 6, p. 169.

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DOMESTIC DUTIES

o Monday

February 26

3. What lessons of domestic dut ies should be given to our students? Ephesians

6:1,2; Romans 12:10, 11.

"The education which the young men and women who attend our colleges shouldreceive in the home life is deserving of special attention. It is of great importance inthe work of character building that students who attend our colleges be taught to takeup the work that is appointed them, throwing off all inclination to sloth. They need tobecome familiar with the duties of daily life. They should be taught to do their domestic duties thoroughly and well, with as little noise and confusion as possible."- Testi-


4. What two attr ibutes are essential to the life of every student? 1 Corinthians14:40. What example was given by Christ in this regard? John 20:6,7.

"Everything should be done decently and in order. The kitchen and all otherparts of the building should be kept sweet and clean. Books should be laid aside tilltheir proper season, and no more study should be taken than can be attended to without neglecting the household duties."- Testimonies, vol. 6, p. 169.

"The disciples hurried to the tomb, and found it as Mary had said. They saw theshroud and the napkin, but they did not find their Lord. . . . I t was Christ Himselfwho had placed those grave clothes with such care. . . . In His sight who guides alikethe star and the atom, there is nothing unimportant. Order and perfection are seen inall His work."-The Desire of Ages, p. 789.

OVERCOMING BAD HABITSo Tuesday

February 27

5. What habits should be overcome by students? 2 Chronicles 29:11; 2 Thes-

salonians 3:11.

"In the performance of these duties careless, neglectful, disorderly habits shouldbe overcome; for unless corrected, these habits will be carried into every phase of life,and the life will be spoiled for usefulness, spoiled for true missionary work."-Testi


6. What will happen to the student who does not overcome h is bad habits?

Proverbs 13:4; 21:25.

"Unless corrected with perseverance and resolution they [his disorderly habits]will overcome the student for time and for eternity. The young should be encouragedto form correct habits in dress, that their appearance may be neat and attractive; theyshould be taught to keep their garments clean and neatly mended. All their habitsshould be such as to make them a help and a comfort to others."-Testimonies, vol. 6,pp. 169, 170.

CHRISTIAN SOCIABILITY AND COURTESY

o Wednesday

February 28

7. What example of courtesy and sociability did Christ leave for us? John 2:1, 2.

"Christ did not r ~ f u s e to mingle with others in friendly intercourse. When invitedto a feast by Pharisee or publican, He accepted the invitation. On such occasions every

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word that He uttered was a savor of life unto life to His hearers; for He made the dinner hour an occasion of imparting many precious lessons adapted to their needs."Testimonies, vol. 6, p. 173.

8. How will students behave at the table if they are conscious of the presence ofChrist? Luke 14:7-10.

"When students sit at the table, if Christ is abiding in the soul there will come forthfrom the treasure house of the heart words which are pure and uplifting; if Christ isnot abiding there, a satisfaction will be found in frivolity, in jesting and joking, whichis a hindrance to spiritual growth and a cause of grief to the angels of God. The tongueis an unruly member, but it should not be so. It should be converted; for the talent ofspeech is a very precious talent. Christ is ever ready to impart of His riches, and weshould gather the jewels that come from Him, that, when we speak, these jewels maydrop from our lips."-Testimonies, vol. 6, pp. 173, 174.

RELIGIOUS EXERCISESo Thursday

March 1

9. What factors are essential to devotional worship?What is said about tediousdevotional worship? Matthew 6:7.

"Of all the features of an education to be given in our school homes the religiousexercises are the most important. They should be treated with the greatest solemnityand reverence, yet all the pleasantness possible should be brought into them. They

should not be prolonged till they become wearisome, for the impression thus madeupon the minds of the youth will cause them to associate religion with all that is dryand uninteresting; and many will be led to cast their influence on the side of theenemy, who, if properly taught, would become a blessIng to the world and to thechurch."- Testimonies, vol. 6, p. 174.

10. What results are obtained from well-planned devotional worship? 1 Chronicles16:34-36.

"The social meetings and all other religious exercises should be so planned andmanaged that they will be not only profitable, but so pleasant as to be positively attractive."- Testimonies, vol. 6, p. 175.

REVIEW AND THOUGHT QUESTIONSo Friday

March 2

a. What work is similar to the work of teachers at boarding schools?

b. What practical lessons are essential to students at boarding schools?

c. What relationship exists between habits of carelessness, neglect, and disorder, and the character of the future missionary?

d. What should students be taught concerning their behavior at social gatherings?

e. What importance does planning have for regular worship?

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Lesson 10 Sabbath, March 10, 1990

PHYSICAL EDUCATION

"Since the mind and the soul f ind express ion t hrough the body, both menta l

and spiritual vigor are in great degree dependent upon physical strength andactivity."-Education, p. 195.

KEY TEXT: "Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be inhealth, even as thy soul prospereth." 3 John 2.

STUDY OF PHYSIOLOGY

1. What should every Christian know in depth? Psalm 139:13, 14.

o Sunday

March 4

"A knowledge of physiology and hygiene should be the basis of all educational effort."-Education, p. 195.

2. When should this study begin? Proverbs 22:6.

"Children should be early taught, in simple, easy lessons, the rudiments of physiology and hygiene. The work should be begun by the mother in the home and shouldbe faithfully carried forward in the school."-Education, p. 196.

DIVINE LAWS OF NATURE

o Monday

March 5

3. What subjects should be included in every curriculum? Psalm 73:28.

"As the foundation principle of all education in these lines, the youth should betaught that the laws of nature are the laws of God-as truly divine as are the preceptsof the Decalogue. The laws that govern our physical organism, God has written uponevery nerve, muscle, and fiber of the body. Every careless or willful violation of theselaws is a sin against our Creator."-Education, pp. 196, 197.

4. What relationship exists between the mind and the body? Proverbs 17:22.

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TEMPERANCE AND DIET

o Tuesday

March 6

5. What guidance from the Bible and the Spirit of Prophecy is essential today? 1Corinthians 9:25-27.

"Intemperance is a foe against which all need to be guarded. The rapid increaseof this terrible evil should arouse every lover of his race to warfare against it. Thepractice of giving instruction on temperance topics in the schools is a move in theright direction. Instruction in this line should be given in every school and in everyhome."-Education, p. 202.

6. List three factors which lead to intemperance:

a) idleness (Proverbs 19:15)'

b) lack of purpose in life (Ecclesiastes 8:6)

c) bad companions (Proverbs 1:10, 19; 1 Corinthians 15:33)

"Idleness, lack of aim, or evil associations, may be the predisposing cause [of in-temperance]. Often it is found at the home table, in families that account themselvesstrictly temperate. Anything that disorders digestion, that creates undue mental excitement, or in any way enfeebles the system, disturbing the balance of the mental andthe physical powers, weakens the control of the mind over the body, and thus tendstoward intemperance. The downfall of many a promising youth might be traced to unnatural appetites created by an unwholesome diet."-Education, pp. 202, 203.

RECREATION

o Wednesday

March 7

7. What program should be developed and followed by all who desire good

health? Ecclesiastes 3:1.

"Recreation, when true to its name, re-creation, tends to strengthen and build up.

Calling us aside from our ordinary cares and occupations, it affords refreshment formind and body, and thus enables us to return with new vigor to the earnest work oflife." -Education, p. 207.

8. What did God provide for the benefit of mankind? Genesis 2:15; 3 :19; Ec

clesiastes 3:10. What types of exercises should be avoided? 1 Timothy 4:8.

"The whole body is designed for action; and unless the physical powers are keptin health by active exercise, the mental powers cannot long be used to their highestcapacity."-Education, p. 207.

"Some of the most popular amusements, such as football and boxing, havebecome schools of brutality. They are developing the same characteristics as did thegames of ancient Rome. The love of domination, the pride in mere brute force, thereckless disregard of life, are exerting upon the youth a power to demoralize that isappalling.

"Other athletic games, though not so brutalizing, are scarcely less objectionablebecause of the excess to which they are carried. They stimulate the love of pleasure

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and excitement, thus fostering a distaste for useful labor, a disposition to shun practical duties and responsibilities. They tend to destroy a relish for life's sober realitiesand its tranquil enjoyments. Thus the door is opened to dissipation and lawlessness,with their terrible results."-Ibid., pp. 210, 211.

MANUAL TRAINING

o Thursday

March 8

9. What should never be forgotten by students and sedentaryworkers? 1 Thes

salonians 4: 11.

"Manual training is deserving of far more attention than it has received. Schoolsshould be established that, in addition to the highest mental and moral culture, shallprovide the best possible facilities for physical development and industrial training.Instruction should be given in agriculture, manufactures-covering as many as possible of the most useful trades-also in household economy, healthful cookery, sewing,hygienic dressmaking, the treatment of the sick, and kindred lines. Gardens, workshops, and treatment rooms should be provided, and the work in every line should beunder the direction of skilled instructors."-Education, p. 218.

10. What is one of the best occupations to promote physical, mental, and spir

itual well-being? Ecclesiastes 5:9; Proverbs 27:18; 1 Kings 19:19.

"Exercise in the open air should be prescribed as a life-giving necessity. And forsuch exercises there is nothing better than the cultivation of the soiL" - The Ministry of

Healing, p. 265.


o Friday

March 9

a. What should be one of the first subjects taught at home and at school?

b. Where should the laws of God be engraved?

c. What place should temperance hold in our school teachings?

d. What benefits result from recreation? What should not be mistaken for

recreation?

e. What type of work should not be neglected by students?What activities are

most suitable to promote a balanced education? •

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THE BIBLE AS AN EDUCATIVE AGENT

"The Scriptures are the great agency in the t ransformat ion of character."Christ's Object Lessons, p. 100.

KEY TEXT: "Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path." Psalm119:105.

STUDY AND OBEDIENCE

o Sunday

March 11

1. What two factors should be considered i f we desire to benefit from the Bible?John 6:54-57,63; 3:36.

"If studied and obeyed, the word of God works in the heart, subduing every unholy attribute."-Christ's Object Lessons, p. 100.

2. How should the Bible be studied? Proverbs 2:3-5; Isaiah 28:10.

"If we would not have the Scriptures clouded to our understanding, so that the

plainest truths shall not be comprehended, we must have the simplicity and faith of alittle child, ready to learn, and beseeching the aid of the Holy Spirit. A sense of thepower and wisdom of God, and of our inability to comprehend His greatness, shouldinspire us with humility, and we should open His word, as we would enter His presence, with holy awe. When we come to the Bible, reason must acknowledge anauthority superior to itself, and heart and intellect must bow to the great I Am."- Testimonies, vol. 5, pp. 703, 704.

THE CENTRAL THEME OF THE BIBLE

o Monday

March 12

3. What is the central theme of the Bible? Ephesians 1:3-7; 1 Corinthians 2:2.

"The central theme of the Bible, the theme about which every other in the wholebook clusters, is the redemption plan, the restoration in the human soul of the imageof God."-Education, p. 125.

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4. Since when has the plan of salvation existed? Romans 16:25; 1 Corinthians

2:7, 9; 2 Timothy 1:9. How long will the theme of redemption be studied?

"The science of redemption is the science of all sciences; the science that is thestudy of the angels and of all the intelligences of the unfallen worlds; the science thatengages the attention of our Lord and Saviour; the science that enters into the purpose

brooded in the mind of the Infinite-'kept in silence through times eternal'; thescience that will be the study of God's redeemed throughout endless ages. This is thehighest study in which it is possible for man to engage. As no other study can, it willquicken the mind and uplift the soul."-Education, p. 126.

THE BIBLE AND BUSINESS PRINCIPLES

o Tuesday

March 13

THE BASIS OF PROSPERITY

5. What business principles do we find in the Bible? Proverbs 28:20; 13:11;

22:7; 11:1.

"These are principles with which are bound up the well-being of society, of bothsecular and religious associations. I t is these principles that give security to propertyand life. For all that makes confidence and cooperation possible, the world is indebtedto the law of God, as given in His word, and as still traced, in lines often obscure andwell-nigh obliterated, in the hearts of men."-Education, p. 137.

6. What is said about a person who stands surety for someone else? Proverbs6:1-5; 11:15; 17:18 ; 20:16.

"How many a man might have escaped financial failure and ruin by heeding thewarnings, so often repeated and emphasized in the Scriptures."-Education, p. 136.

o WednesdayMarch 14

7. What is the basis of commercial prosperity? Psalm 24:1.

"That which lies at the foundation of business integrity and of true success is therecognition of God's ownership. The Creator of all things, He is the original pro

prietor. Weare His stewards. All that we have is a trust from Him, to be used according to His direction."-Education, p. 137.

8. With what objective does God place His means in the hands of men and

women? Mark 13:34.

"To every man is given 'his work', the work for which his capabilities adapt him,the work which will result in greatest good to himself and to his fellow men, and ingreatest honor to God."-Education, p. 138.

TITHES AND OFFERINGS o ThursdayMarch 15

9. What is written about faithful tithing? Leviticus 27:30,32; Malachi 3:10.

"He who gives men power to get wealth has with the gift bound up an obligation.Of all that we acquire He claims a specified portion. The tithe is the Lord's."-Education, p. 138.

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10. What guidance is given concerning offerings? Psalm 20:3; 2 Corinthians 9:7.

"God has made men His stewards. The property which He has placed in theirhands is the means that He has provided for the spread of the gospel. To those whoprove themselves faithful stewards He will commit greater trusts. Saith the Lord,'Them that honor Me I will honor.' 1 Samuel 2:30. 'God loveth a cheerful giver,' and

when His people, with grateful hearts, bring their gifts and offerings to Him, 'notgrudgingly, or of necessity,' His blessing will attend them, as He has promised."-Patriarchs and Prophets, p. 529.


a. With what atti tude should we s tudy the Bible?

o Friday

March 16

b. What is the central theme of the Bible and until when will it be studied?

c. What practical admonitions are given in the Bible about business principles?

d. What should everyone entrusted with the Lord's goods recognize?

e. How do we show that we acknowledge the means entrusted to us as the

Lord's property? •

•"All who expect to engage in the work of the Lord should

learn how to keep accounts. In the world there are many who

have made a failure of business and are looked upon as dishon

est, who are true at heart, but who have failed to succeedbecause they did not know how to keep accounts.

"To spell correctly, to write a clear, fair hand, and to keep

accounts, are necessary accomplishments. Bookkeeping has

strangely dropped out of school work in many places, but this

should be regarded as a study of primary importance. A thor

ough preparation in these studies will fit students to stand in

positions of trust."-Counsels to Parents, Teachers, and Students, p. 218 .

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THE MASTER OF MASTERS

"In the Teacher sent from God, heaven gave to men its best and greatest. Hewho had stood in the councils of the Most High, who had dwelt in the inner

most sanctuary of the Eternal, was the One chosen to reveal in person to

humanity the knowledge of God."-Education, p. 73 .

KEY TEXT: "For one is your Master, even Christ; and all ye are brethren." Matthew 23:8.

THE GREATEST GIFT OF HEAVEN

1. Give some characteristics of Jesus Christ. Isaiah 9:6.

o Sunday

March 18

"Of Him all the excellences manifest in the earth 's greatest and noblest soulswere reflections. The purity and beneficence of Joseph, the faith and meekness andlong-suffering of Moses, the steadfastness of Elisha, the noble integrity and firmnessof Daniel, the ardor and self-sacrifice of Paul, the mental and spiritual power manifestin all these men, and in all others who had ever dwelt on the earth, were but gleamsfrom the shining of His glory. In Him was found the perfect ideal. "-Education, p. 73.

2. For what purpose did Jesus come to this earth? Matthew 1:21; Isaiah 42:21;

Matthew 5:17-19.

"Christ came to the world with the accumulated love of eternity. Sweeping awaythe exactions which had encumbered the law of God, He showed that the law is a lawof love, an expression of the Divine Goodness. He showed that in obedience to its principles is involved the happiness of mankind, and with it the stability, the very foundation and framework, of human society,"-Education, p. 76.

A DIFFERENT TEACHER

o MondayMarch 19

3. How did Jesus act in contrast with the teachers and methods of His time?Matthew 13:54; John 7:15; Mark 1:22.

"The question asked during the Saviour's ministry, 'How knoweth this man letters, having never learned?' does not indicate that Jesus was unable to read, but merely that He had not received a rabbinical education."-The Desire of Ages, p. 70.

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"In His teaching were embraced the things of time and the things of eternitythings seen, in their relation to things unseen, the passing incidents of common lifeand the solemn issues of the life to come."-Education, p. 82.

4. What classes of people were reached by the teachings of Christ? Matthew

11:28.

"He spoke not only for, but to, all mankind. To the little child, in the gladness oflife's morning; to the eager, restless heart of youth; to men in the strength of theiryears, bearing the burden of responsibility and care; to the aged in their weaknessand weariness-to all, His message was spoken-to every child of humanity, in everyland and in every age."-Education, p. 82.

CHRIST'S METHODS

D Tuesday

March 20

5. What special method did Christ use when speaking to the multitudes? Matthew 13:34, 35.

"Natural things were the medium for the spiritual; the things of nature and thelife-experience of His hearers were connected with the truths of the written word.Leading thus from the natural to the spiritual kingdom, Christ's parables are links inthe chain of truth that unites man with God, and earth with heaven."-Christ's Object

Lessons, pp. 17, 18.

6. Why did Jesus speak through parables? Matthew 13:13-15.

"Parable teaching was popular, and commanded the respect and attention, notonly of the Jews, but of the people of other nations. No more effective method of in-struction could He have employed. If His hearers had desired a knowledge of divinethings, they might have understood His words; for He was always willing to explainthem to the honest inquirer.

"Again, Christ had truths to present which the people were unprepared to acceptor even to understand. For this reason also He taught them in parables. By connecting His teaching with the scenes of life, experience, or nature, He secured their atten

tion and impressed their hearts."-Christ's Object Lessons, p. 21.

CHRIST'S METHODS (continued)

D Wednesday

March 21

7. What fundamental purpose did the teachings of Christ have? Matthew 6:33.

"Christ did not deal in abstract theories, but in that which is essential to thedevelopment of character, that which will enlarge man's capacity for knowing God,and increase his efficiency to do good. He spoke to men of those truths that relate to

the conduct of life, and that take hold upon eternity."-Christ's Object Lessons, p. 23.

8. What Old Testament teaching was upheld by Christ? Deuteronomy 6:5-9.

"In His own teaching, Jesus showed how this commqnd is to be fulfilled-how thelaws and principles of God's kingdom can be so presented as to reveal their beautyand preciousness."-Christ's Object Lessons, p. 24.

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NATURAL ENVIRONMENTo Thursday

March 22

9. What places did Christ choose to convey His teachings? Mat thew 5:1 ; 8 :1 ;

12:1 (first par t); 13: 1.

"So Christ taught His disciples by the lake, on the mountain side, in the fields andgroves, where they could look upon the things of nature by which He illustrated Histeachings."-Christ's Object Lessons, p. 24.

10. What relationship exists between the Sabbath and the environment where

Christ taught His parables? Genesis 2:2,3; Exodus 20:8-11.

"Christ's purpose in parable teaching was in direct line with the purpose of theSabbath. God gave to men the memorial of His creative power, that they might dis

cern Him in the works of His hand. The Sabbath bids us behold in His created worksthe glory of the Creator. And it was because He desired us to do this that Jesus boundup His precious lessons with the beauty of natural things. On the holy rest day, aboveall other days, we should study the messages that God has written for us in nature.We should study the Saviour's parables where He spoke them, in the fields andgroves, under the open sky, among the grass and flowers. As we come close to theheart of nature, Christ makes His presence real to us, and speaks to our hearts of Hispeace and love."-Christ's Object Lessons, pp. 25, 26.


o Friday

March 23

a. What t it les were given to Christ by the Word of ProphecY?,rWhat was His

mission on earth?

b. How could Jesus teach "without having learned"? Who could benefit from

His teachings?

c. Why did Jesus use parables to convey His teachings to the multitudes?

d. Who conveyed to the children of Israel, through Moses, the instructions of

Deuteronomy 6:7-9?

e. In Christ's parables, what is the influence of nature as an environment in

relationship to the Sabbath? •

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HIGHER EDUCATION

"Heaven is a school; its field of study, the universe; its teacher, the Infinite

One."-Education, p. 301.

KEY TEXT: "But as it is written, Eye hath not seen, nor ear heard, neither haveentered into the heart of man, the things which God hath prepared forthem that love him." 1 Corinthians 2:9.

THE SCHOOL OF THE HEREAFTER

1. Where will the school of the redeemed be? Revelation 21:1,2.

o Sunday

March 25

"The prophet of Patmos thus describes the location of the school of the hereafter."-Education, p. 301.

2. Upon what conditions will this school operate? Revelation 21:3-7.

"Not all the conditions of that first school of Eden will be found in the school ofthe future life. No tree of knowledge of good and evil will afford opportunity for temptation. No tempter is there, no possibility of wrong. Every character has withstoodthe testing of evil, and none are longer susceptible to its power."-Education, p. 302.

RIGHTEOUS STUDENTS

o Monday

March 26

3. Who will be the students attending the school in the New Earth? Isaiah 26:2;

60:21; Revelation 7:14-17; 2:7.

4. How can we qua lify to attend this school? John 3:36; 1 John 2 :3 .

•'The questions that most concern us are, Do I believe with saving faith on theSon of God? Is my life in harmony with the divine law?"-The Desire of Ages, p. 396.

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SUBJECT OF STUDY:

CREATION AND REDEMPTIONo Tuesday

March 27

5. What subject will be studied in depth? Genesis 1 ( the whole chapter).

"There the student of science may read the records of creation and discern no

reminders of the law of evil. He may listen to the music of nature's voices and detectno note of wailing or undertone of sorrow. In all created things he may trace onehandwriting-in the vast universe behold 'God's name writ large,' and not in earth orsea or sky one sign of ill remaining."-Education, p. 303.

6 . Wha t o the r subjectwill occupy the attention of the saved throughout eternity?

Romans 16:25 .

"And the years of eternity, as they roll, will bring richer and still more gloriousrevelations of God and of Christ. As knowledge is progressive, so will love, reverence,

and happiness increase. The more men learn of God, the greater will be their admiration of His character. As Jesus opens before them the riches of redemption and theamazing achievements in the great controversy with Satan, the hearts of the ransomedthrill with more fervent devotion, and with more rapturous joy they sweep the harpsof gold; and ten thousand times ten thousand and thousands of thousands of voicesunite to swell the mighty chorus of praise."- The Great Controversy, p. 678.

SUBJECT OF STUDY:THE MINISTRY OF ANGELS

o Wednesday

March 28

7. What subject will be fully understood in the future life? Psalm 34:7; Hebrews

1:14.

"Not until the providences of God are seen in the light of eternity shall we understand what we owe to the care and interposition of His angels. Celestial beings havetaken an active part in the affairs of men. They have appeared in garments that shoneas the lightning; they have come as men, in the garb of wayfarers. They have accepted the hospitalities of human homes; they have acted as guides to benightedtravelers. They have thwarted the spoiler's purpose and turned aside the stroke of thedestroyer. . . .

"Every redeemed one will understand the ministry of angels in his own life. Theangel who was his guardian from his earliest moment; the angel who watched hissteps, and covered his head in the day of peril; the angel who was with him in thevalley of the shadow of death, who marked his resting place, who was the first togreet him in the resurrectionmorning-what will it be to hold converse with him, andto learn the history of divine interposition in the individual life, of heavenly cooperation in every work for humanity!"-Education, pp. 304, 305.

8. In addition to the special protection extended to the children of God, where

else have the angels of God acted? Daniel 10:12, 13.

"Though the rulers of this world know it not, yet often in their councils angelshave been spokesmen. Human eyes have looked upon them. Human ears have listenedto their appeals. In the council hall and the court of justice, heavenly messengers havepleaded the cause of the persecuted and oppressed. They have defeated purposes andarrested evils that would have brought wrong and suffering to God's children. To thestudents in the heavenly school, all this will be unfolded."-Education, p. 305.

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DOUBTS CLARIFIED

D ThursdayMarch 29

9. What has been of great concern to many people? Deuteronomy 29:29 (first

part).

"To many minds the origin of sin and the reason for its existence are a source ofgreat perplexity. . . . There are those who, in their inquiries concerning the existenceof sin, endeavor to search into that which God has never revealed; hence they find nosolution of their difficulties."- The Great Controversy, p. 492.

10. How will perplexing facts be clarified? 2 Samuel 22:29; 1 Corinthians 13:9,

10,12.

"All the perplexities of life's experience will then be made plain. Where to us haveappeared only confusion and disappointment, broken purposes and thwarted plans, will

be seen a grand, overruling, victorious purpose, a divine harmony."-Education, p. 305.


o FridayMarch 30

a. Where will the school of the redeemed be and how will it be operated?

b. What character will have been developed by the students attending that

school?

c. What will be the favorite subjects of study in that school?

d. Describe the present work of the angels in behalf of the candidates for theschool of the hereafter .

e. What will we discover about things which currently confuse and perplex us? •

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