REFORMATION HERALI

LIBRARY

Sabbath School Lesson

QUARTERLY
Senior Division, Third Quarter, 1962

Restoration
of the Character of
God in Man

"But the fmit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace,

longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness,
temperance: against such there is no law."
Galatians 5: 22,23.
 The lessons for the third quarter are of great importance for each in-
dividual. This study is the essential part of the gospel that has to lw
preached; not only in the form of a sermon, but by men, women, and
children; it must be shown in the character every day. The time has
arrived for us to do more than we have ever done in our lives. Without
perfection of character, we will be disqualified as candidates for heaven,
and be unfit to receive the latter rain, and thus be unable to give the loud
cry to a perishing world. The Lord has given us sufficient time and evi-
dence to enable us to fully surrender to the moulding power of the gospel
which will perfect our characters. Now is the time to "work out your own
salvation with fear and trembling." -Philippians 2: 12.

"On every hand we sec those who have had much light and knowledge,
deliberately choosing evil in the place of good. Making no attempt to re-
form, they are growing worse and worse. But the people of God are not
to walk in darkness. They are to walk in the light, for they are reformers."
-Testimonies, vol. 7, p. 62.
"Rdormers are not destroyers. They will never seek to ruin those who
do not harmonize with their plans and assimilate to them. Reformers must
advance, not retreat." -Testimonies, vol. 6, p. 151.

"Of all people in the world, reformers should be the most unselfish,
the most kind, the most courteous. In their lives should be seen the true
goodness of unselfish deeds."

". . . Naturally we are self-centered and opinionated. But when we

learn the lessons that Christ desires to teach us, we become partakers
of His nature; henceforth we live His life." -Ministry of Healing, p. 157.

THE GENERAL CONFERENCE COMMITTEE

•Sabbath School Lesson Quarterly, "Restoration of the Character of God in Man," for July
to September, 1962, is published by the Seventh Day Adventist Reform Movement General
Conference and printed by the Reformation Herald Publishing Association (a corporation of
the Seventh Day Adventist Reform Movement) at Sacramento, California, United States of
America. Mailing Address: P. O. Box 5234 Oak Park, Sacramento 17, California.
PRINTED IN U.S.A.

-2-
 REF( 000 000 042 094
GC Archive
Lesson No.1 - Sabbath, July 7, 1962
THE PLAN OF REDEMPTION
Questions
1. In what condition was man after cl'eation? Genesis 1: 31.
NOTE: "Man was originally endowed with noble powers and a well
balanced mind. He was perfect in his being, and in harmony with God.
His thoughts were pure, his aims holy." -Steps to Christ, p. 19.
2. What did God give to man in order that he might be free to serve
whom he wished? Genesis 2: 16,17.
NOTE: "Our first parents, though created innocent and holy, were not
placed beyond the possibility of wrongdoing. God made them free moral
agents, capable of appreciating the wisdom and benevolence of His
character and the justice of His requirements, and with full liberty to
yield or to withhold obedience. . . .
"God placed man under law, as an indispensable condition ef his veri
existence. He was a subject of the divine govemment, and there can be'
no government without law. God might have created man without '~he
power to transgress His law; He might have withheld the hand of Adm~1
from touching the forbidden fruit; but in that case man would have
been, not a free moral agent, but a mere automaton. Without freedom
of choice, his obedience would not have been voluntary, but forced. Ther~
could have been no development of character. Such a course would have
bElen contrary to God's plan in dealing with the inhabitants of other
worlds. . . ." -Patriarchs and P1'Ophets, pp. 48,49.
3. Whose victim did man become? Romans 6: 16.
4. What is sin? I John 3: 4.
5. What reward could man expect? Ezekiel 18: 20; Proverbs 14: 34;
Romans 5: 12.
6. What plan was laid by God and when? Revelation 13: 8.
7. Why was this plan laid? Ephesians 2: 11.18; Revelation 5: 9, 10.
NOTE: "It was impossible for us, of ourselves, to escape from the pit
of sin in which we are sunken." -Steps to Chl'ist, p. 20.
8. Why did God redeem man? I John 4: 9, 10; John 16: 27.
NOTE: "The Son of God, heaven's glorious Commander, was touched
with pity for the fallen race. His heart was moved with infinite com-

-3-
passion as the woes of the lost world rose up before Him. But divine love
had conceived a plan whereby man might be redeemed. The broken law
of God demanded the life of the sinner. . . ." -Patriarchs and Prophets,
p. 63.

9. What great sacrifice was God prepared to make? John 3: 16; 2

Corinthians 5: 19.

NOTE: "... Since the divine law is as sacred as God Himself, only one
equal with God could make atonemcnt for its transgression. None but
Christ could redeem fallen man from the curse of the law, and bring him
again into harmony with Heaven. . . ." -Ibid.
"The heart of God yearns over His earthly children with a love
stronger than death. In giving up His Son, He has poured out to us all
heaven in one gift. . . ." -Steps to Christ, p. 24.

10. Where should the revelation of God's love lead man? I John 4: 19;
Psalm 100: 2.

NOTE: "Oh, let us contemplate the amazing sacrifice that has been made
for us! Let us try to appreciate the labor and energy that Heaven is ex-
pending to reclaim the lost, and bring them back to the Father's house.
Motives stronger, and agencies more powerful, could never be brought
into operation; the exceeding rewards for right-doing, the enjoyment of
heaven, the society of the angels, the communion and love of God and
His Son, the elevation and extension of all our powers throughout eternal
ages-are these not mighty incentives and encouragements to urge us
to give the heart's loving service to our Creator and Redeemer? -Ibid.

11. Is Christ's sacrifice sufficient to deliver man from the power of

evil? Romans 8: 31-29.

12. Who is responsible when a soul is lost? Jeremiah 21: 8.

NOTE: "When Christ took human nature upon Him, He bound hu-
manity to Himself by a tie of love that can never be broken by any
power save the choice of man himself. Satan will constantly present
allurements to induce us ot break this tie-to choose to separate our-
selves from Christ. Here is where we need to watch, to strive, to pray,
that nothing may entice us to choose another master; for we are always
free to do this. But let us keep our eyes fixed upon Christ, and He will
preserve us. Looking \'mto Jesus, we are safe. Nothing can pluck us out
of His hand. In constantly beholding Him, we 'are changed into the
same image from glory to glory, even as by the Spirit of the Lord.'"
II Corinthians 3: 18. -Ibid., p. 77.

-4-
Lesson No. 2 - Sabbath, July 14, 1962.

CONVERSION
Questions
1. Who are called to Jesus? Matthew 11: 28·30; I Timothy 2: 4; Luke
5: 31,32.
2. Through what is a man able 0 recognize his sins? Romans 3: 20;
2: 14, 15; John 16: 8.
NOTE: "There are three ways in which the Lord reveals His will to us,
to guide us, and to fit us to guide athers. How may we know His voice
from that of a stranger? How shall we distinguish it from the voice of a
false shepherd? God reveals His will to US in His word, the Holy Scrip-
tUlles. His voice is also revealed in His providential workings; and it will
be recognized if we do not separate our souls from Him by walking in
our own ways, doing according to our own wills, and following the
promptings of an unsanctified heart, until the senses have become so
confused that eternal things are not discerned, and the voice of Satan
is so disguised that it is accepted as the voice of God.
"Another way in which God's voice is heard is through the appeals of
His Holy Spirit, making impressions upon the heart, which will be
wrought out in the character. . ." -Testimonies, va!. 5, p. 512.
3. How should each one examine himself? 2 Corinthians 13: 5; Gala·
tians 6: 4.
NOTE: ". . . But know first that you have begun the Christian course.
Know that the first steps are taken in the road to everlasting life. Be not
deceived. I fear, yea, I know, that many of you know not what religion
is. You have felt some excitement, some emotion, but have never seen
sin in its enormity. You have never felt your undone condition and hmlPd
from your evil ways with bitter sorrow. You have never died to the
world. You still love its pleasures; you love to engage in conversation on
worldly matters. But when the truth of God is introduced, you have noth-
ing to say. Why so silent? Why so talkative upon worldly things, and so
silent upon the subject that should most concern you-a subject that should
engage your whole soul? The truth of God does not dwell in you." -Ibid.,
va!. 1, p. 159.
4. To what question will' the knowledge of sin lead the sincere soul?
Acts 2: 37.
5. What answer should he given? Acts 2: 38; 17: 30.
6. What is repentance? Romans 12: 2; Ephesians 4: 23.

-5-
NOTE: "Repentance includes sorrow for sin, and a turning away from it.
We shall not renounce sin unless we see its sinfulness; until we tum
away from it in heart, there will be no real change in the life.
"There are many who fail to understand the true nature of repentance.
Multitudes sorrow that they have sinned, and even make an outward
reformation, because they fear that their wrong-doing will bring suf-
fering upon themselves. But this is not repentance in the Bible sense.
They lament the suffering rather than the sin...." -Steps to Chl'ist, p. 26.
7. What belongs to repentance? 2 Corinthians 7: 10; Psalm 51: 17.
NOTE: "... If we have not experienced that repentance which is not to
be repented of, and have not with tme humiliation of soul and broken-
ness of spirit confessed our sins, abhorring our iniquity, we have never
truly sought for the forgiveness of sin; and if we have never sought, we
have never found the peace of God. . . ." -Ibid., p. 43.
8. How can a soul receive forgiveness of sin? I John 1: 9; Proverbs
28: 13.
9. How should sin be confessed? Matthew 5: 23,24; James 5: 16.
NOTE: "True confession is always of a specific character, and acknowl-
edges particular sins. They may be of such a nature as to be brought he-
fore God only; they may be wrongs that should be confessed to individ-
uals who have suffered injury through them; or they may be of a public
character, and should then be as publicly confessed. But all confession
should be definite and to the point, acknowledging the very sins of which
you are guilty." -Ibid.
10. What will be the next step which a true Christian will take? Isaiah
1: 16,17; Ezekiel 33: 15; Titus 2: 11,12.

Lesson No. 3 - Sabbath, July 21, 1962

THE OLD AND THE NEW MAN
Questions
1. Why is it impossible for man to inherit eternal life in his natural
state? I Corinthians 2: 14; Romans 7: 14; 8: 7,8.
2. In general, does man recognize his fallen state? Revelation 3: 17.
3. What is necessary to be able to recognize one's trull condition?
Revelation 3: 18 last part; Psalm 139: 23,24.

-6-
NOTE: "But when the heart yields to the influence of the Spirit of God,
the conscience will be quickened, and the sinner will discern something
of the depth and sacredness of God's holy law, the foundation of His
government in heaven and on earth. The 'Light, which lighteth every man
that cometh into the world' illumines the secret chambers of the soul,
and the hidden things of darkness are made: manifest. John 1: 9. Convic-
tion takes hold upon the mind and heart. The sinner has a sense of the
righteousness of Jehovah and feels the terror of appearing, in his own
guilt and uncleanness, before the Searcher of hearts. He sees the love of
God, the beauty of holiness, the joy of purity; he longs to be cleansed,
and to be restored to communion with heaven." -Steps to Christ, pp 27,28.
4. What is the necessary condition for eternal life? John 3: 3.
5. What appeal does the Lord make to us? Colossians 3: 9, 10.
7. What forms the visible threshold from the old to the new life?
Romans 6: 3,4; Acts 2: 38; John 3: 5.
NOTE: "Christ has made baptism the sign of entrance to His spiritual
kingdom. He has made this a positive condition with which all must
comply who wish to be acknowledged as under the authority of the
Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Before man can find a home in the
chlll'ch, before passing the threshold of Gcd's spiritual kingdom, he is to
receive the impress cf the divine name, 'The Lord our Righteousness.' -
Jeremiah 23: 6.
"Baptism is a most solemn renunciation of the world. Those who are
baptized in the threefold name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy
Spirit, at the very entrance of their Christian life declare publicly that
they have forsaken the service of Satan and have become members of
the royal family, children of the heavenly King. . . ." -Testimonies, vol.
6, p. 91.

8. What does the Bible call the renewal of heart through which we
become the children of God? I Peter 2: 2; I John 3: 9.
9. Unto what must a child of God grow? Ephesians 4: 13; Isaiah 61: 3.
10. On what is man dependent for growth just as a plant? John 15: 5.
NOTE: "Not all the wisdom and skill of man can produce life in the
smallest object in nature. It is only through the life which God Himself
has imparted, that either man or animal can live. So it is only through
the life from God that spiritual life is begotten in the hearts of men.
Unless a man is 'born from above,' he can not become a partaker of the
life which Christ came to give."

_7-
 ". . . The plants and Howers grow not by their own care or anxiety or
effort, but by receiving that which God has furnished to minister to their
life. The child can not, by any anxiety or power of its own, add to its
stature. No more can you, by anxiety or effort of yourself, secure spiritual
growth. The plant, the child, grows by receiving from its surroundings
that which ministers to its life,-air, sunshine, and food. What these gifts
of nature are to animal and plant, such is Christ to those who trust in
Him. He is their 'everlasting light,' 'a sun and shield: He shall be as 'the
dew unto Israel: 'He shall come down like rain upon the mown grass.'
He is the living water, 'the bread of God . . . which cometh down from
heaven, and giveth life unto the world." -Steps to Christ, pp. 71.72.
n. What gifts of grace has God given to the believer for his growth?
ANSWER: The Word of God. Romans 10: 13-17; John 5: 39.
The Church of God. Acts 2: 42-44.
The Footwashing and the Lord's Supper. John 13: 15-17;
6: 53-56.
12. What virtues does one who is born again l'eveal? Colossjans 3: 12·
14; Galatians 5: 22.
13. What has he become? 2 Corinthians 5: 17.

I.esson No.4 - Sabbath, July 28. 1962.

LOVE
Questions
1. Who is the sow'ce of love? I John 4: 9,16.
NOTE: "All of the paternal love which has come down from generation
to generation through the channel of human hearts, all the springs of
tenderness which have opened in the souls of men, are but as a tiny
rill to the boundless ocean when compared with the infinite, exhaustless
love of God. Tongue cannot utter it; pen cannot portray it. You may
meditate upon it every day of your life; you may search the Scriptures
diligently in order to understand it; you may summon every power and
capability that God has given you, in the endeavor to comprehend the
love and compassion of the heavenly Father; and yet there is an infinity
beyond. You may study that love for ages; yet you can never fully com-
prehend the length and the breadth, the depth and the height, of the
love of God in giving His Son to die for the world. Eternity itself can
never fully reveal it. Yet as we study the Bible and meditate upon the
life of Christ and the plan of redemption, these great themes will open
to our understanding more and more. . . ." -Testimonies, vol. 5, p. 740.
-8-
 2. By what way did the love of Christ How to the world? I John 3: 16.
3. To what should we be led by this revelation of God's love? I John
4: 19.
4. How does the true Christian reveal his love towards God? I John
2: 3-6; 5: 3.
5. What c0mmandment is of great importance? Matthew 22: 37,38.
6. How great should our love be towards God? Matthew 10: 37.
7. Which commandment is of the same impOl"tance? Who is our
neighbor? Matthew 22: 39; Luke 10: 30-37; Matthew 5: 44.
NOTE: "Love is the basis of godliness. Whatever the profession, no
man has pure love to God unless he has unselfish love for his brother.
But we can never come into possession of this spirit by trying to love
others. What is needed is the love of Christ in the heart. When self is
merged in Christ, love springs forth spontaneously. The completeness
of Christian character is attained when the impulse to help and bless
others springs constantly from within-when the sunshine of heaven fills
the heart and is revealed in the countenance." -Christ's Object Lessons,
p. 384.

8. Which is the last virtue or rung in the Christian ladder? 2 Peter

1: 7; John 15: 13.
9. What should specially mark the fellowship of Christians? John
13.34,35; 1 Peter 1: 22; Philippians 2: 3.
NOTE: ". . . Love is the golden chain which binds believing hearts to
one another in willing bonds of friendship, tenderness, and faithful con-
stancy, and which binds the soul to God...." -Testimonies, vol. 3, p. 187.
10. Where does a man walk who does not love his brother? I John
2: 9-11.
11. What characteristics does true love bear? I Corinthians 13: 4·7.
NOTE: "True love is not a strong, fiery, impetuous passion. On the con-
trary, it is calm and deep in its nature. It looks beyond mere externals
and is attracted by qualities alone. It is wise and discriminating, and its
devotion is real and abiding. God tests and proves us by the common
occurrences of life. It is the little things which reveal the chapters of
the heart. It is the little attentions, the numerous small incidents and
simple courtesie~ of life, that makc up the sum of life's happiness; and it
is the neglect of kindly, encouraging, affectionate words, and the little
courtesies of life, which helps compose the sum of life's wretchedness.
It will be found at last that the denial of self for the good and happi-

-9-
ness of those around us constitutes a large share of the life record in
heaven. And the fact will also be revealed that the care of self, irrespl!c-
tive of the good and happiness of others, is not beneath the notice of our
heavenly Father."
"Love cannot live without action, and every act increases, strengthens,
and extends it. Love will gain the victory when argument and authority
are powerless. Love works not for profit nor reward; yet God has or-
dained that great gain shall be the certain result of every labor of love.
It is diffusive in its nature and quiet in its operation, yet strong and
mighty in its purpose to overcome great evils. It is melting and trans-
forming in its influence, and will take hold of the lives of the sinful and
affect their hearts when every other means has proved unsuccessful. "
-Ibid., vol. 2, pp. 133, 134, 135.
12. In the bestowal of our love, what words of Christ should be espe-
cially remembered? Mathew 7: 12.
13. In what other way does love find expression? 2 Corinthians 5: 14.
20; Revelation 2: 4,5.
NOTE: "At the first the experience of the church of Ephesus was marked
with childlike simplicity and fervor. A lively, earnest, heartfelt love for
Christ was expressed. . . :'
H ••• Filled with love for their Redeemer, they sought as their highest
aim to win souls to Him. They did not think of hoarding the precious
treasure of the grace of Christ. .. ." -Ibid., vol. 6, p. 421.

Lesson No. 5 - Sabbath, August 4, 1962

JOY
Questions
1. What is the difference between the joy of the world and the joy
of the children of God? I John 2: 15·17.
2. What great event should be a source of joy? Luke 2: 10-14.
3. In whom is the foundation and cause of true joy? Ephcsians 3: 11·12.
4. In which spirit should we appear before the Lord? Psalms 100: 1.
5. What will the believer experience even on the d:lY of judgment?
I John 4: 17.
6. What does he know and about what should he rejoice? Hebrews
4: 16; Isaiah 61: 10; Luke 10: 20.
-10-
 7. Under what adverse circumstances can a Christian rejoice? Luke
6: 22,23; I Peter 4: 13; James 1: 2.
8. How should we testify for the truth? What causes joy in heaven?
Ephesians 6: 19; Luke 15: 7.
NOTE: ". . . It is our duty to be very jealous for the glory of God and
• to bring no evil report, even by the sadness of the countenance or by ill-
advised words, as if the requirements of God were a restriction upon our
liberty. Even in this world of sorrow, disappointment, and sin the Lord
desires us to be cheerful, and strong in His strength. The whole person
is privileged to bear a decided testimony in every line. In features, in
temper, in words, in character, we are to witness that the service of God
is good. Thus we proclaim that 'the law of the Lord is perfect, convert-
ing the soul.' -Psalms 19: 'j.
"The bright and cheerful side of our religion will be represented by all
who are daily consecrated to God. We should not dishonor God by the
mournful relation of trials that appear grievous. All trials that are re-
ceived as educators will produce joy. The whole religious life will be
uplifting, elevating, ennobling, fragrant with good words and works. The
enemy is well pleased to have souls depressed, downcast, mourning and
groaning; he wants. just such impressions made as to the effect of our
faith." -Testimonies, vol. 6, pp. 365, 366.
9. Why do we often lack joy? Matthew 13: 10·22.
NOTE: "It is not wise to gather together all the unpleasant recollections
of a past life,-its iniquities and disappointments;-to talk over them and
mourn over them until we are overwhelmed with discouragement. A dis-
couraged soul is filled with darkness, shutting out the light of God from
his own soul, and casting a shadow upon the pathway of others."
"... Do not tell your troubles to your fellow mortals, but carry every-
thing to God in prayer. Make it a rule never to utter one word of doubt
or discouragement. . . ."
"The briers and thorns will only wound and grieve you; and if yOIl
gather only those things, and present them to others, are you not, besides
slighting the goodness of God yourself, preventing those around you from
walking in the path of life?" -Steps to Christ, pp. 122, 124, 125.
10. What should we constantly have in view? Matthew 6: 25·34; I
Samuel 7: 12; Psalms 37: 3.
NOTE: "Thank God for the bright pictures which He has presented to
us. Let us group together the blessed assurances of His love, that we
may look upon them continually. The Son of God leaving His Father's
throne, clothing His divinity with humanity, that He might rescue man
-11-
from the power of Satan; His triumph in our behalf, opening heaven to
men, revealing to human vision the presence chamber where the Deity
unveils His glory; the fallen race uplifted from the pit of ruin into which
sin has plunged it, and brought again into connection with the infinite
God, and having endured the divine test through faith in our Redeemer,
clothed in the righteousness of Christ, and exalted to His throne-these
are the pictures which God would have us contemplate." -Ibid., pp.
122, 123.
11. What thought will help us to bear adversity? Matthew 25: 34: Isaiah
33: 17; I Corinthians 2: 9,10.
12. How continual should our joy be? Philippians 4: 4.

Lesson No.6 - Sabbath, August 11, 1962

PEACE
Questions
1. Who is the source of true peace? Isaiah 9: 6; Philippians 4: 7.
NOTE: "Christ is 'the Prince of peace', and it is His mission to restore to
earth and heaven the peace that sin has broken. . . ." -Mount of Bless-
ings, p. 47 (1935 edition)
2. Which characteristic is a fruit of the Spirit!' Romans 5: 1.
3. On what condition do we receive true peace? Isaiah 48: 18:
Ephesians 2: 14, first part.
NOTE: "Thb rest is not found in inactivity; for in the Saviour's invitation
the promise of rest is united with the call to labor: 'Take My yoke upon
you, . . . and ye shall find rest.' The heart that rests most fully upon
Christ will be most earnest and active in labor for Him." -Steps to
Cll1'ist, pp. 75,76.
4. Thl'Ough what was man able to attain peace with God? Isaiah 53: 3.
5. Can man obtain peace of his own free will?· John 14: 27.
NOTE: "The peace of Christ, the peace of Christ-money cannot buy it,
brilliant talent cannot command it, intellect cannot secure it: it is the
gift of God. . . ." -Testimonies, vol. 4, p. 559.

6. Of what is peace a fruit? Isaiah 32: 17; Psalms 85: 10.

NOTE: "Human nature continually desires to come to the fore. It is
always ready to get the upper hand. But he who has learned of Christ

-12-
 is free of selfishness, pride and a desire for power. There is peace in his
soul because Self is moved by the Holy Spirit. For us, it is no longer a
question of attaining the highest position; we do not strive with all our
might to draw attention to ourselves, for we know that our highest place
is to be found at the feet of the Saviour." -Address to The Youth, p. 102.
(German Edition).

• 7. Of what does restlessness testify? Isaiah 48: 22; Psalms 38: 3.

NOTE: "A life in Christ is a life of restfulness. Uneasiness, dissatisfac-
tion, and restlessness reveal the absence of the Saviour. . . ."
"BlIt a h','art where the peace of Christ i:; not, i; unh:lpPY, full of dis-
content; the person sees defects in everything, and he would bring dis-
cord into the most heavenly music... ." -Testimonies, vol. 5, pp. 487,488.
"it is the love of self that de:;troys our peace. ,,yhile self is all alive, we
sland ready cO:ltinually to guard it from mortification and insult; hut
when we are dead, and our life is hid with Christ in God, wc shall not
take neglects or slights to heart." -Mount of Blessings, p. 31. (1935 edi-
tion)
"A life in Christ is a life of restfulness. There may be no ecstasy of
feeling, hit there should he an abiding, peaceful trust. Your hope is not
in yourself; it is in Christ. Your weakness is united to His strength, your
igncrance to His wisdom, your frailty to His enduring might. So you are
not to look to yourself, not to let the mind dwell on self, but look to
Christ. . . ." -Steps to Christ, p. 75.
8. To what has God called His children? Isaiah 52: 7; Luke 10: 5,6;
Micah 5: 7.
NOTE: "Christ's followers are sent to the world with the message of
peace. \VllOever, by the quiet, unconscious influence of a holy life, shall
reveal the love of Christ; whoever, by word or deed, shall lead another
to renounce sin and yield his heart to God, is a peacemaker." -Mount
of Blessing, p. 47.
9. What should the children of God seek? Romans 12: 18; Hebrews
12: 14; James 3: 18.
10. What does the peace of God often cause? Luke 12: 51.
NOTE: ". . . From the days of Christ until now His faithful disciples
have excited the hatred and opposition of those who love and follow the
ways of sin.
"How, then, can the gospel be called a message of peace? When Isaiah
foretold the birth of the Messiah, he ascribed to Him the title, "Prince of
Peace." ''''hen angels announced to the shepherds that Christ was born,
-13-
they sang above the plains of Bethlehem: 'Glory to God in the highest,
and on earth peace, good will toward men.' Luke 2: 14. There is a seem-
ing contradiction between these prophetic declarations and the words of
Christ: '1 come not to send peace, but a sword.' Matthew 10: 34. But,
rightly understood, the two are in perfect harmony. The gospel is a
message of peace. Christianity is a system which, received and obeyed,
would spread peace, harmony, and happiness throughout the earth. The
religion of Christ will unite in close brotherhood all who accept its teach-
ings. It was the mission of Jesus to reconcile men to God, and thus to
one another. But the world at large are under the control of Satan,
Christ's bitterest foe. The gJspel presents to them principles of life which
are wholly at variance with their habits and desires, and they rise in re-
bellion against it. They hate the purity which reveals and condemns their
sins, and they persecute and destroy th:)se who would urge upon them its
just and holy claims. It is in this sense-because the exalted truths it
brings occasion hatred and strife-that the gospel is called a sword." -
The Gmat Controversy, pp. 46, 47.
11. What peace is contrary to the peace of God? I Thessalonians 5: 3.
12. What will the peacemakers obtain? Matthew 5: 9; Revelation 21: 1-3.

Lesson No. 7 - Sabbath, August 18, 1962

PATIENCE
Questions
1. What manner of gift is patience? Lamentations 3: 26; Proverbs
19: 11.
2. What characteristic is contained in the name of God? Exodus
34: 6.
3. To what should the patience of God lead us? 2 Peter 3: 15.
4. When is our patience tried? Romans 5: 3; 12: 12.
NOTE: ". . . So the Christian is to wait with patience for the fruition in
his life of the word of God. Often when we pray for the graces of the
Spirit, God works to answer our prayers by placing us in circumstances to
develop these fruits; but we do not understand His purpose, and wonder,
and are dismayed. Yet none can develop these graces except through the
process of growth and fruit bearing. Our part is to receive God's word
and to hold it fast, yielding ourselves fully to its control, and its purpose
in us will be accomplished." -Ch1'ist's Ob;ect Lesson, p. 61. (1926 edi-
tion)
-14-
 5. What man of God is an example in patience for us? James 5: 11;
Job 1: 20; 42: 10.
6. Who is our perfect example? Isaiah 53: 7; Matthew 27: 27·30.
7. How only can we bring forth fmit? Luke 8: 15.
NOTE: "So long as we are in the world, we shall meet with adverse in-
fluences. There will be provocations to test the temper; and it is by meet-
ing these in a right spirit that the Christian graces are developed. If
Christ dwells in us, we shall be patient, kind, and forebearing, cheerful
amid frets and irritations. Day by day and year by year we shall con-
quer self, and grow into a noble heroism. This is our allotted task; but
it cannot be accomplished without help from Jesus, resolute decision, un-
wavering purpose, continual watchfulness, and unceasing prayer. Each
one has a personal battle to fight. Not even God can make our characters
noble or our lives useful, unless we become co-workers with Him. Those
who decline the struggle lose the strength and joy of victory." -Ministry
of Healing, p. 487. (1942 edition)
8. With whom should we also be patient? Matthew 18: 26,27; Romans
15: 1.
NOTE: "Remember that you cannot read hearts. You do not know the
motives which prompted the actions that to you look wrong. There are
many who have not received a right education; their characters are
warped, they are hard and gnarled, and seem to be crooked in every way.
But the grace of Christ can transform them. Never cast them aside, never
drive them to discouragement or despair by saying, 'You have disap-
pointed me, and I will not try to help you.' A few words spoken hastily
under provocation-just what we think they deserve-may cut the cords
of influence that should have bound their hearts to ours.
"The consistent life, the patient forbearance, the spirit unruilled under
provocation, is always the most conclusive argument and the most
solemn appeal. . . ." -Ibid., p. 494.
9. In what should we be persevering? 2 Timothy 4: 2.
10. What is the preliminary step to attaining patience? 2 Peter 1: 6.
NOTE: "Temperance in eating must be practiced before you can be a
patient man." -Testimonies, vol. 2, p. 405.
11. What will those who manifest patience receive? Hebrews 10: 36.
12. Must we possess patience if we wish to be saved? Revelation 14: 12.

-15-
Lesson No. 8 - Sabbath, August 25, 1962

GENTLENESS
Questions
1. How did the J.ord treat us when we were still enemies? Titus 3: 3·5.
2. What characteristic marks the Lord's character? Psalms 106: 1; 1
Peter 3: 3·5.
NOTE: "What Christ was on this earth, the Christian worker should
strive to be. He is our example, not only in His spotless pUlity, but in His
patience, gentleness, and winsomeness of disposition His life is an
illustration of true courtesy... ." -Gospel Workers, p. 121. (1915 edition)
3. By what can we see that God manifests gentleness towards all men?
Matthew 5: 45.
4. What virtue should we exercise? Colossians 3: 12.
5. How should our speech be? Colossians 4: 6; Ephesians 4: 29.
NOTE: "Those who work for Christ are to be upright and trustworthy,
firm as a rock to principle, and at the same time kind and courteous.
Courtesy is one of the graces of the Spirit. To deal with human minds
is the greatest work ever given to man; and he who would find access to
hearts must heed the injunction, 'Be pitiful, be courteous.' Love will do
that which argument will fail to accomplish. But a moment's petulance,
a single gruff answer, a lack of Christian politeness and courtesy in some
small matter, may result in the loss of both friends and influence."
". . . A kind, courteous Christian is the most powerful argument that
can be produced in favor of Christianity," -Ibid., pp. 121, 122.
6. How should OUl' gentleness be? Of what should it be free? Luke
12: 1, last part; Jeremiah 9: 8.
NOTE: ". . . The gospel does not encourage the formal politeness cur-
rent with the world, but the courte~y that springs from real kindness of
heart." -Ibid., p. 123.
7. What are the attributes of true Christians? Romans 13: 11·14; 1 Cor-
inthians 13: 2,3,5,7; Galatians 6: 2.
8. What is of importance in the heavenly judgment? Matthew 25:
34·40.
9. Where should gentleness be especially manifesed? Ephesians 5:
22·25.

-16-
NOTE: "Neither husband nor wife is to make a plea for rulership. The
Lord has laid down the principle that is to guide in this matter. The
husband is to cherish his wife as Christ cherishes the church. And the
wife is to respect and love her husband. Both are to cultivate the spirit
of kindness, being determined never to grieve or injure the other." -
Testimonies, vol. 7, p. 47. (1948 edition)
"From every Christian home a holy light should shine forth. Love
should be revealed in action. It should flow out in all home intercoursf',
showing itself in thoughtful kindness, in gentle, unselfish courtesy. . . ."
"A well-ordered Christian household is a powerful argument in favor
of the reality of the Christian religion-an argument that the infidel can-
not gainsay. . . ." -Patriarchs and Prophets, p. 144.
10. What is necessary in order to develop this virtue? Luke 9: 23.
11. In what manner should an lldmol'Jition be given to the erring? Psalms
141: 5; Matthew 7: 1·5.
NOTE; "How often serious difficulties arise from a simple misunder-
standing, even among those who are lIctuated by the worthiest motives;
and without the exercise of courtesy and forbearance, what serious and
even fatal results may follow. . . ."
"... No one was ever reclaimed from a wrong position by censure and
reproach; but many are thus driven further from the right path and led
to harden their hearts against conviction. A spirit of kindness, a courteous,
forbearil'lg deportment may save the erring and hide a multitude of sins."
Patriarchs and Prophets, pp. 519, 520. (1958 edition)

Lesson No. 9 - Sabbath, September 1, 1962

GOODNESS
Questions
1. Who is perfect in goodness? Psalms 106: 1; Matthew 19: 17.
2. In contrast to this, how is the goodness of man? Isaiah 64: 6·8.
3. What should the goodness of God dfect in us? Romans 2: 4; Joel
2: 13.
4. What is necessary in order for us to grow in this characteristic?
2 Timothy 3: 16,17; 2 Thessalonians 2: 16,17.
5. What must the true Christian learn to distinguish? Hebrews 5: 14;
Philippians 1: 10; Romans 16: 19.
-]7-
 6. To what should a Christian be educated? Galations 6: 10.

7. How should evil be rewarded? Romans 12: 20,21; Matthew 5: 44,

45; 1 Peter 3: 9.

NOTE: "Do not retaliate. So far as you can do so, remove all cause for
misapprehension. Avoid the appearance of evil. Do all that lies in your
power, without the sacrifice of principle, to conciliate others. . ..

"If impatient words are spoken to you, never reply in the same spirit.
Remember that 'a soft answer turneth away wrath.' Proverbs 15: 1. And
there is wonderful power in silence. \Vords spoken in reply to one who
is angry sometimes serve only to exasperate. But anger met with silence,
in a tender, forbearing spirit, quickly dies away.

"Under a storm of stinging, faultfinding words, keep the mind stayed

upon the word of God. Let mind and heart be stored with God's promises.
If you are ill-treated or wrongfully accused, instead of returning an angry
answer, repeat to yourself the precious promises." -Ministry of HeaUng,
pp. 485, 486. (1942 edition)

8. What appeal does the Lord make for the development of this
virtue? Isaiah 58: 6,7; Luke 14: 12·14.

NOTE: "Good deeds are twice a blessing, benefiting both the giver and
the receiver of the kindness. The consciousness of rightdoing is one of
the best medicines for diseased bodies and minds. When the mind is free
and happy from a sense of duty well done and the satisfaction of giving
happiness to others, the cheering, uplifting influence brings new life to
the whole being.
"Let the invalid, instead of constantly requiring sympathy, seek to im-
part it. . . ."
"No one can practice real benevolence without self-denial. Only by a
life of simplicity, self-denial, and close economy is it possible for us to
accomplish the work appointed us as Christ's representatives. Pride and
worldly ambition Illust be put OLit of our hearts. In all our work the prin-
ciple of unselfishness revealed in Christ's life is to be carried out. . . ." -
Ibid., pp. 257, 206.
9. What admonition is given us? James 4: 17.

10. What is assured to those who have done good? John 5: 29.

-18-
Lesson No. 10 - Sabbath, September 8, 1962

FAITH
Questions
1. What is faith? Hebrews 11: 1.
NOTE: "Faith is not feeling." -Gospel Workers, p. 260. (1915 edition)
2. What is the opposite of faith? Luke 4: 9·12.
NOTE: "Faith claims God's promises, and brings forth fruit in obedience.
Presumption also claims the promises, but uses them as Satan did, to
excuse transgression. Faith would have led our first parents to trust the
love of God and to obey His commands. Presumption led them to trans-
gress His law, believing that His great love would save them from the
consequences of their sin. It is not faith that claims the favor of Heaven
without complying with the conditions on which mercy is to be
granted. . . ." -Gospel W01'kers, p. 260. (1915 edition)
3. Upvn what is true faith based? John 5: 39; Ephesians 2: 20; Ro-
mans 10: 17.
NOTE: "Genuine faith has its foundation in the promises and provisions
ef the Scriptures." -Ibid.
4. How only can we appear before the Lord? James 1: 6,7; John
20: 29.
NOTE: "Faith that enables us to receive God's gift is itself a gift, of
which some measure is imparted to every human being. It grows as
exercised in appropriating the word of God. In order to strengthen faith,
we must often bring it in contact with the word." -Education, pp. 253,
254.
5. When shall we receive the promises of God? Mark 11: 24-26; 9: 2,3.
NOTE: "You have confessed your sins, and in heart put them away. You
have resolved to give yourself to God. Now go to Him, and ask that He
will wash away your sins, and give you a new heart. Then believe that
He does this because He has promised. This is the lesson which Jesus
taught while He was on earth, that gift which God promises us, we must
believe we do receive, and it is ours. Jesus healed the people of their
diseases when they had faith in His power; He helped them in the things
which they could see, thus inspiring them with confidence in Him con-
cerning things which they could not see,-leading them to believe in His
power to forgive sins. . . ." -Steps to Christ, pp. 53,54.
6. How must our faith be established? Colossians 2: 7; 1 Peter 1: 5·9.
-19-
 7. What can right faith do? Matthew 21: 18-22; 14: 29.
NOTE: Faith is the spiritual hand that touches infinity." -Testimonies,
vol. 6, p. 467.
8. What can be attained by faith? 1 John 5: 4; Hebrews 11: 33,34.
NOTE: "It it contrition and faith and love that enable the soul to re-
ceive wisdom from heaven. Faith working by love is the key of knowledge,
and everyone that loveth 'knoweth God.' 1 John 4: 7." -DcsiTe of Ages,
p. 139. (1940 edition)
9. What goes hand in hand with faith? James 2: 17; Romans 1: 17.
10. What is )'ighteousness by faith?
ANSWER: "What is justification by faith? It is the work of God in laying
the glory of man in the dust, and doing for man that which it is not in
his power to do for himself. When men see their own nothingness they
are prepared to be clothed with the righteousness of Christ." -Christ
OUf Righteousness, p. 421. (1926 edition)

11. What kind of faith should we possess? Mark 5: 24·34.

NOTE: ". . . The Saviour could distinguish the touch of faith from the
casual contact of the careless throng. . . ."
"... It is not enough to believe about Christ; we must believe in Him.
The only faith that will benefit us is that which embraces Him as a per-
sonal Saviour; which appropriates His merits to ourselves. Many hold
faHh as an opinion. Saving faith is a transaction by which those who
rec~ive Christ join themselves in covenant relations with God. Genuine
faith is life. A living faith means an increase of vigor, a confiding tmst,
hy which the soul becomes a conquering power." -DesiTes of Ages, pp.
344,345.

Lesson No. 11 - Sabbath, September 15, 1962

MEEKNESS
Questions
1. Who revealed the virtue of meekness in a perfect manner? Matthew
21:5; 11:29.
NOTE: "Jesus, the brightness of the Father's glory, thought 'it not a
thing to be grasped to be on an equality with God, but emptied Himself,
taking the form of a servant.' Through all the lowly experiences of life
He consented to pass, walking among the children of men, not as a

-20-
king, to demand homage, but as one whose mission it was to serve others.
There was in His manner no taint of bigotry, no cold austerity. The world's
Redeemer had a greater than angelic nature, yet united wtih His divine
majesty were meekness and humility that attracted all to Himself." -
Mount of Blessing, pp. 29,30.
2. In what was the meekness of Christ revealed? 1 Peter 2: 23.
NOTE: ". . . The Saviour's life on earth, though lived in the midst of
conflict, was a life of peace. 'vVhile angry enemies were constantly pur-
suing Him, He said, 'He that sent Me is with Me; th3 Father hath not
left Me alone; for I do always those things that please Him.' No storm of
human or satanic wrath could disturb the calm of that perfect com-
munion with God... ." -Ibid., p. 3l.
3. How only can meekness be attained? 1 Timothy 6: ll.
4. What is closely connected with meekness? Ephesians 4: 2.
5. Who is another example for us? John 3:26·30; 2 Kings 2: 9; Num-
bers 12: 3.
NOTE: "Of a meek and gentle spirit, Elisha possessed also energy and
steadfastness. He cherished the love and fear of God, and in the humble
round of daily toil he gained strength of purpose and nobleness of
charader, growing in divine grace and knowledge...." -Education, p. 58.
6. What is effected by a meek spirit? 2 Timothy 2: 25; Proverbs 15: 1.
NOTE: "The meekness of Christ, manifested in the home, will make the
inmates happy; it provokes no quarrel, gives back no angry answer, but
soothes the irritated temper, and diffuses a gentleness that is felt by all
within its charmed circle. 'vVherever cherished, it makes the families of
earth a part of the one great family above.
"Far better would it be for US to suffer under false accusation than
to inflid upon ourselves the torture of retaliation upon our enemies. The
spirit of hatred and revenge originated with Satan, and can bring only
evil to him who cherishes it. Lowliness of heart, that meekness which is
the fruit of abiding in Christ, is the true secret of blessing. 'He will
beautify the meek with salvation.''' -Mount of Blessings, p. 32. (1935
edition)
7. How should we approach those who have committed a fault? Gala-
tians 6: 1.
8. What has happened to Self with those who arc meek? Galatians 2:
19,20.
NOTE: "... True gentleness is a gem of great value in the sight of God.

-21-
A meek and quiet spirit will not be ever looking out for happiness for
itself, but will seek for self-forgetfulness and find sweet content and true
satisfaction in making other~ happy." -Testimonies, vol. 3, p. 536.
9. What promise is given to the meek? Matthew 5: 5.
10. What will be the kingdom of the meek? 2 Peter 3: 13; Revelation
22: 3.
NOTE: "The meek 'shall inherit the earth.' It was through the desire for
self-exaltation that sin entered into the world, and our first parents lost
the dominion over this fair earth, their kingdom. It is through self-
abnegation that Christ redeems what was lost. And He says we are to
overcome as He did. Through humility and self-surrender we may be-
come heirs with Him, when the 'meek shall inherit the earth.'
"The earth promised to the meek will not be like this, darkened with
the shadow of death and the curse. . . ." -Mount of Blessings, p. 33.

Lesson No. 12 - Sabbath, September 22, 1962

MORAL PURITY
Questions
1. Who only can see God and obtain ~alvation? Matthew 5: 8; Psalms
24: 3,4.
NOTE: "Jesus does not mention this ceremonial purity as one of the
conditions of entering into His kingdom, but points out the need of
purity of heart. The wisdom that is from above is 'first pure.' Into the
city of God there will enter nothing that defiles. All who are to be dwell-
ers there, will here have become pure in heart. In one who is learning of
Jesus. there will be manifest a growing distaste for careless manners, un-
seemly language and course thought. When Christ abides in the heart.
there will be purity and refinement of thought and manner." -i\.fount
of Blessings, p. 42.
2. Can II man change his heart by his own power? Who is his helper?
Job 14: 4; Romans 7: 24,25.
NOTE: "'As a man thinketh in his heart so is he.' The heart must be
renewed else it will seek in vain for purity of life. He who would de-
velop a good and virtuous character without the grace of Jesus, is build-
ing his house on sand. In the heavy storms of temptation it will be surely
overthrown." -Address to The Youth, p. 180.
3. What is our duty? Luke 13: 23,24; Proverbs 4: 23; Philippians 4: 8;
Psalms 119: 9, 11.
-22-
NOTE: "But we have also to do our part to withstand telT.ptation. He
who would not become a prey to the artifices of Satan must guard care-
fully th(; avenues of the soul; he mllst avoid reading, seeing or hearing
that which would suggest evil thoughts. The mind should not take up
everything, without choice, which the enemy of souls lays out as a bait.
This will need earnest prayer and continual watchfulness. \Ve must hav~
the help of the Holy Spirit which directs the 11Jil~d upwards and aCCliS-
toms it to dwell upon pure and holy things." -Ibid., p. 181.
4. What is the present condition of mankind? What was the cause of
the destruction of Sodom and Gomonah? Matthew 24: 37-39;
Ezekiel 16: 49-50; Romans 1: 24-31.
NOTE: "A tenible picture of the condition of the world has been pre-
sented before me. Immorality abounds everywhere. Licentiousness is
the special sin of this age. Never did vice lift its deformed head with
such boldness as now. The people seem to be benumbed, and the lovers
d virtue and trne goodness are nearly discouraged by its boldness,
strength and prevalence. . . ." -Testimonies, vol. 2, p. 346.
5. What exercises a great influence over our spiritual purity? 1 Corin-
thians 10: 31.
NOTE: "Intemperance of any kind benumbs the perceptive organs and
so weakens the brain nerve power that eternal things are not appreciated,
but placed upon a level with the common. The higher powers of the
mind, designed for elevated purposes, are brought into slavery to the
baser passions. If our physical habits are not right, our mental and moral
powers cannot be strong; for great sympathy exists between the physical
and the moral. . . ." -Counsels on Health, p. 105.
"Our habits of eating and drinking show whether we are of the world
or among the number whom the Lord by His mighty cleaver of truth has
separated from the world. . . .
"Many are suffering, and many are going into the grave, because of
the indulgence of appetite. They eat what suits their perverted taste,
thus weakening the digestive organs and injuring their power to assimi-
late the food that is to sustain life. . . ." -Testimonies, vol. 6, p. 372.
6. Who is an example of moral purity? Genesis 39: 9.
7. What admonition does the Lord give us? Romans 6: 12,13; 2
Timothy 2: 19; 1 Thessalonians 5: 22.
8. What appeal is made to the youth? 2 Timothy 2: 22; 1 Timothy
2: 9, 10.
NOTE: "Some employ their powers to evil purposes. The subtle poison of
sensuality courses through their veins, and it finds little obstruction in its
-23-
way. It is fascinating, bewitching. The mind, which, with due regard for
moral integrity, is capabale of the highest degree of cultivation and
literary excellence, is often degraded to administer to lust. Elevated
morals and practical godliness have no charms for these deluded souls;
and it is almost impossible to bring to bear upon them any inHuence,
either by precept or example, that shall counteract the efforts of Satan
to corrupt and ruin their souls. Unless these young men and women are
willing to learn, willing to be counseled by those of experience, they will
surely be led astray by the wiles of Satan. " -Testimonies, vol. 5, p.
521.
9. What appeal is made to parents
ANSWER: "Satan controls the minds of the youth in general. Your
daughters are not taught self-denial and self-control. They are petted, and
thsir pride is fostered. They are allowed to have their own way until
they become headstrong and self-willed, and you are put to your wit's
end to know what course to pursue to save them from ruin. Satan is
leading them on to be a proverb in the mouth of unbelievers because of
their boldness, their lack of reserve and womanly modesty. The young
boys are likewise left to have their own way. Tlwy have scarcely entered
th~ir teens before they are by the side of little girls of their own age,
accompanying them home and making love to them. And the parents are
so completely in bondage through their own indulgence and mistaken love
hr their children th:!t they dare not pursue a decided course to make II
change and restrain their too-fast children of this fast age." -Ibid., vol.
2, p. 460.
10. What condition should prevail in married life? Hebrews 13: 4;
Romans 13: 13, 14.
NOTE: Marriage, a union for life, is a symbol of the union between
Christ and His church. The spirit that Christ manifests toward the church
is the spirit that husband and wife are to manifest toward each other." -
lbid., vol. 7, p. 46.
] 1. How is the sacred marriage covenant often debased? 2 Peter 2: 9·
14; 1 Corinthians 6: 15·18.
NOTE: "The marriage covenant covers sins of the darkest hue. Men and
women professing godliness debase their own bodie5 through the indul-
gence of the corrupt passions, and thus lower th~mselves l:eneath th'~
brute creation. They abuse the powers which God has given them to be
preserved in sanctificaticn and honor. Health and life are sacrificed UP":l
the altar of base passion. The higher, nobler powers are brought into sub-
jection to the animal propensities. Those who thus sin are na"t acquainted
with the result r.f their course. Could all see the amount of suffering which
they bring upon themselves by their own sinful indulg:nce, they would
-24-
be alarmed, and some, at least, would shun the course of sin which brings
such dreaded wages. . . ." -Testimonies, vol. 2, pp. 472,473.
"Satan seeks to lower the standard of purity and to weaken the s~lf­
control of those who enter the marriage relation, because he knows that
while the baser passions are in the ascendancy, the moral powers grow
steadily weaker, and he need have no concern as to their spiritual growth.
He knows, too, that in no way can he better stamp his own hateful image
upon their offspring, and that he can thus mold their character even more
readily than he can the character of the parents." -The Adventist Home,
p. 124.
12. To whom must all give an account? 1 Corinthians 3: 16,17; 6: 15·20.
NOTE: ". . . In this fast, corrupt age these things are not considered.
Lustful passion bears sway, and will not submit to control, although
feebleness, misery, and death are the result of its reign. Women are
forced to a life of hardsbip, pain, and suffering, because of the uncon-
trolable passions of men who bear the name of husband-more rightly
could they be called brutes. Mothers drag out a miserable existence, with
children in their arms nearly all the time, managing every way to put
bread into their mouths and clothes upon their backs. Such accumulated
misery fills the world." -Counsels on Health, p. 75.
"There is but little real, genuine, devoted, pure love. This precious
article is very rare. Passion is termed love. Many a woman has had her
fine and tender sensibilities outraged, because the marriage relation al-
lowed him whom she called husband to be brutal in his treatment of her.
His love she found to be of so base a quality that she became disgusted."-
Ibid., p. 76.
"... But while you are to blend as one, neither of you is to lose his or
her individuality in the other. God is the owner of your individuality. Of
Him you are to ask: What is right? What is wrong? How may I best ful-
fill the purpose of my creation?" -The Adventist Home, p. 103.
13. What should be the Christian keep under control and what should he
remember? 1 Corinthians 9: 27: 3: 16,17: 6: 19.20.
14. What standard must a true Christian attain through the spiritual
fruit of purity? Matthew 5: 48; Ephesians 4: 13.

GIVE CHEERFULLY FOR FOREIGN MISSIONS

Plan Your Next Week's 13th Sabbath School Offering
Lesson No. 13 - Sabbath, September 29, 1962
THE IMAGE OF THE SPIRITUAL MAN
Questions
1. What has the spiritual man overcome? 1 John 5: 4; Romans 8: 9.
2. What must happen after spiritual birth? 1 Peter 2: 2·5; Ephesians
4: 12,13, 15; Colossians 2: 19.
3. Under what conditions only in spiritual growth possible? John
15: 4,5; Zechariah 6: 12.
NOTE: ". . . Our growth in grace, our joy, our usefulness,-all depend
upon our union with Christ. It is by communion with Him, daily, hourly,-
by abiding in Him,-that we are to grow in grace. He is not only the
author but the finisher of our faith. It is Christ first and last and alwavs.
He is to be with us, not only at the beginning and the end of our cour~e,
but at every step of the way...." -Steps to Christ, p. 74.
4. What admonition, if followed, will preserve us from ruin? John
15: 10; 1 John 2: 3, 6; 1 Peter 2: 21.
NOTE: "There are two errors against which the children of God-par-
ticularly those who have just come to trust in His grace-especially need
to guard. The first, already dwelt upon, is that of looking to their own
works, trusting to anything they can do, to bring themselves into har-
mony with God. He who is trying to become holy by his own works in
keeping the law, is attempting an impossibility. All that man can do
without Christ is polluted with selfishness and sin. It is the grace of
Christ alone, through faith, that can make us holy.
"The opposite and no less dangerous error is, that belief in Christ re-
leases men from keeping the law of God; that since by faith alone we be-
come partakers of the grace of Christ, our works have nothing to do
with our redemption.
"But notice here that obedience is not a mere outward compliance, but
the service of love. The law of God is an expression of His very nature;
it is an embodiment of the great principle of love, and hence is the
foundation of His government in heaven and earth...." -Ibid., pp. 64, 65.
5. How is redemption obtained? Ephesians 2: 8,9; 1 John 3: 5·7;
John 1: 12.
NOTE: ". . . Instead of releasing man from obedience, it is faith only
that makes us partakers of the grace of Christ, which enables us to render
obedience.

-26-
 "We do not earn salvation by our obedience; for salvation is the free
gift of God, to be received by faith. But obedience is the fruit of
faith. . . ." -Ibid., pp. 65, 66.
6. What is the measure according to which judgment is to be meted
out? James 1: 25; 2: 8·12.
NOTE: "God requires perfection of His children. His law is a transcript
of His own character, and it is the standard of all character. The infinite
standard is presented to all that there may be no mistake in regard to
the kind of people whom God will have to compose His kingdom. The
life of Christ on earth was a perfect expression of God's law, and when
those who claim to be children of God become Christlike in character,
they will be obedient to God's commandments. . . ." -Christ's Object
Lessons, p. 315.
7. What mind will the spiritual man reveal in his life? Philippians 2: 5.
NOTE: "When the love of Christ is enshrined in the heart, like sweet
fragrance it can not be hidden. Its holy influence will be felt by all with
whom we come in contact. . . ." -Steps to Christ, p. 82.
"The body is the only medium through which the mind and the soul
are developed for the upbuilding of character. Hence it is that the ad-
versary of souls directs his temptations to the enfeebling and degrading of
the physical powers. His success here means the snrrender to evil of the
whole being. The tendencies of our physical nature, unless under the
dominion of a higher power, will surely work ruin and death." -Christian
Tempemnce, p. 102.
8. Towards what are the eyes and ears to be directed? Hebrews 12: 2;
Philippians 2: 4; Isaiah 50: 4·5.
9. What do the hands do and where do the feet move? Ephesians
4: 28; Isaiah 52: 7.
NOTE: "Love to Jesus will be manifested in a desire to work as He
worked, for the blessing and uplifting of humanity. It will lead to love,
tenderness, and sympathy toward all the creatures of our heavenly
Father's care.
". . . No sooner does one come to Christ, than there is born in his
heart a desire to make known to others what a precious friend he has
found in Jesus; the saving and sanctifying truth can not be shut up in
his heart. ..." -Steps to Christ, pp. 82, 83.
10. With what is the spiritual man clothed? Ephesians 4: 24; Isaiah
61: 10.
11. What glorious image will be revealed by the true child of God?
John 17: 22·23; 2 Corinthians 3: 18.
-27-
NOTE: "... When men are bound together, not by force or self-interest,
but by love, they sho~ the working of an influence that is above every
human influence. Where this oneness exists, it is evidence that the image
of God is being restored in humanity, that a new principle of life has
been implanted. . . ." -Desire of Ages, p. 678.
"When Christ reigns in the soul, there is purity, freedom from sin. The
glory, the fullness, the completeness of the gospel plan is fulfilled in the
life. The acceptance of the Saviour brings a glow of perfect peace, per-
fect love, perfect assurance. The beauty and fragrance of the character
of Christ, revealed in the life, testifies that God has indeed sent His Son
into the world to be its Saviour." -Christ's Objection Lessons, p. 420.
12. What will be in heaven when the church of God is clothed with
Christ's character and enters the tabernacles of peace? Revelation
19: 6·8.
NOTE: "... ah, the wonders of redeeming love! the rapture of that hour
when the infinite Father, looking upon the ransomed, shall behold His
image, sin's discord banished, its blight removed, and the human once
more in harmony with the divine! ." -Great Controversy, p. 646. (1911
edition)

-28-
-NOTES-

-29-
-NOTES -

-30-
-NOTES-

-31-
REFORMATION HERALD
LIBRARY