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Gratitude | Concerto “Io sono con te”

March 1, 2025 By admin



Gratitude – concerto "Io sono con te" dei @LeVitaWorship Voci: Andrea Puglisi, Noemi Puglisi, Gabrielle Pozelli Burlandy, Zina Proteanu, Monica De Paolis, Wisdom Asabio , Cesar Alberto Pavez, Alessio Puglisi
  
Strumenti: 
– Violino: Giulia Pozelli Burlandy 
– Flauto traverso: Davide Puglisi 
– Piano: Alessio Puglisi 
– Chitarra acustica: Andrea Puglisi 
– Chitarra elettrica: Paolo Naso 
– Basso: Amos Lo Iacono 
– Percussioni: San Madnack 
– Batteria: Lorenzo Battista 
  
Lingua dei segni italiana (Lis): Francesca Dalfino  Mix e Mastering: Andrea Puglisi 
Riprese e video editing: HopeMedia Italia  ——— Testo:
Le parole non basteranno mai
Per esprimerti, gratitudine
Questo canto mio certo finirà
Mentre tu mio Dio
Mai una fine avrai Le mie mani alzerò
E loderò ancora Te
Perché ciò che ho è un
Halleluja, Halleluja
Sarà poco ma so
Che il meglio da offrire a un re
È un cuore che canta un
Halleluja, Halleluja Altro mai farò, verso te aprirò
Le mie braccia per
AdorarTi oh Dio Le mie mani alzerò
E loderò ancora Te
Perché ciò che ho è un
Halleluja, Halleluja
Sarà poco ma so
Che il meglio da offrire a un Re
È un cuore che canta un
Halleluja, Halleluja Oh anima mia
Non devi temere più
Canta e saprai
Che vive un Leone
Dentro di Te
Alzati e loda Dio Oh anima mia
Non devi temere più
Canta e saprai
Che vive un Leone
Dentro di Te
Alzati e loda Dio Oh anima mia
Non devi temere più
Canta e saprai
Che vive un Leone
Dentro di Te
Alzati e loda Dio Le mie mani alzerò
E loderò ancora Te
Perché ciò che ho è un
Halleluja, Halleluja
Sarà poco ma so
Che il meglio da offrire a un Re
È un cuore che canta un
Halleluja, Halleluja Le mie mani alzerò
E loderò ancora Te
Perché ciò che ho è un
Halleluja, Halleluja
Sarà poco ma so
Che il meglio da offrire a un Re
È un cuore che canta un
Halleluja, Halleluja —————-
© Testo e musica: Brandon Lake, Dante Bowe, Benjamin William Hastings Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fowr1A9Qj3M

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The God of Love and Justice – Lesson 10.Rules of Engagement | Sabbath School with Pastor Mark Finley

March 1, 2025 By admin

Series THE GOD OF LOVE AND JUSTICE with Pastor Mark Finley  |
Lesson 10.Rules of Engagement  |
God’s Rules of the Game in the Cosmic Conflict 
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The great battle between good and evil is not a chaotic power struggle but follows certain rules that reflect God’s justice and love. God does not force anyone to worship Him; rather, He always acts in harmony with His principles. Even angels and heavenly powers are subject to these established boundaries, as clearly shown in Daniel 10 and Job. Satan is temporarily granted power, but it is not unlimited—God’s plan ultimately leads to the triumph of good. Faith and prayer play a crucial role, enabling divine intervention without violating the rules of the conflict. This lesson helps us better understand God’s actions within the tension between love, freedom, and justice.
Memory Text: 1.John 3,8 – “He who sins is of the devil, for the devil has sinned from the beginning. For this purpose the Son of God was manifested, that He might destroy the works of the devil.” 
Content:
10.1 An Angel Delayed

The Invisible Battle: God’s Power and the Limits of Coercion
The account in Daniel 10 shows that, within the cosmic conflict, there are certain limits even for God’s angels. Though God is all-powerful, He does not always intervene directly or immediately but allows spiritual forces to contend with each other. This underscores that God acts according to principles based on love and freedom rather than coercion. The struggle of the angel Gabriel with the “prince of the kingdom of Persia” demonstrates that evil powers attempt to hinder God’s plans, yet they ultimately cannot prevail. These “rules of the game” in the conflict remind us that divine power is exercised with wisdom and patience. We also learn that our prayers and faith play a part in this invisible battle.
10.2 The Dragon of Revelation
The Limited Triumph of Evil
Revelation depicts Satan as a dragon who tries to undermine God’s rule and deceive the world. He grants authority to an earthly power to persecute God’s people and claim worship for itself. Yet even though his power appears immense, it is not unlimited—God sets clear temporal and spiritual boundaries for him. Satan knows he has only a short time before his final downfall is sealed. These prophecies remind us that evil may triumph for a while, but God’s righteous kingdom will ultimately prevail. The promise of Revelation 21:4 gives us hope: suffering will end, and God’s kingdom of peace will endure forever.
10.3 The Case of Job
A Battle for Trust and Justice
The story of Job provides profound insights into the dynamics of the great conflict. Satan questions Job’s integrity, claiming that his reverence for God stems only from divine protection. God then permits Job to be tested but sets clear boundaries that Satan cannot cross. This episode shows that there are rules of the game in the cosmic conflict that uphold God’s principles of love and justice. Despite his suffering, Job remains faithful to God, thus refuting Satan’s accusations. The heavenly courtroom scene makes it clear that the great conflict is fought not only on earth but also in heaven, with far-reaching consequences for the entire universe.
10.4 The (Temporary) Ruler of This World
The Limited Power of Evil
In the New Testament, Satan is called the “ruler of this world,” but his dominion is neither absolute nor permanent. God allows him to operate only within certain rules of the game, which limit both Satan’s actions and God’s own intervention. These restrictions safeguard human free will and ensure that God’s government is based on justice and love, not coercion. Christ came to break Satan’s power and destroy his dominion—a victory sealed by His death and resurrection. Nevertheless, evil remains for a time, until God ultimately eradicates it. The knowledge that Satan’s rule is only temporary offers hope for a future free from suffering and injustice.
10.5 Limits and Rules
God’s Justice in the Cosmic Conflict
The great conflict is not merely a struggle for power but a dispute over God’s character, His justice, and His sovereignty. Instead of immediately eradicating evil, God allows a fair presentation of evidence so the truth can be revealed. These “rules of the game” set limits within which both God and Satan must operate, preserving free will and divine principles. Faith and prayer seem to play a role in how and when God intervenes, though they are not the only factors. Despite the existing boundaries, evil will ultimately be defeated, and God’s kingdom of love will stand forever. The promise of a new world without suffering assures us that God’s plan is perfectly just and worthy of our trust.
10.6 Summary
Rules of the Game in the Cosmic Conflict
The great conflict between God and Satan follows specific rules of the game that limit both the workings of evil and God’s intervention. God does not act arbitrarily but remains true to His principles of love and justice. Satan may temporarily hold power in this world, yet his reign is constrained and will ultimately end. The story of Job and biblical prophecies show that God does not eliminate evil by mere force, but through a just demonstration of evidence. Faith, prayer, and the rules of the cosmic conflict influence when and how God intervenes. Despite the present suffering, the Bible assures us that God’s kingdom of peace and love will finally triumph.

 

Source: https://fulfilleddesire.net/the-god-of-love-and-justice-lesson-10-rules-of-engagement-sabbath-school-with-pastor-mark-finley/

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The Great Controversy Chapter 40, Part 3: Will You Be Ready When Jesus Returns?

March 1, 2025 By admin



Jesus is coming soon, and what a glorious day it will be! Graves will open, and the faithful who have died in Christ will rise. Together, the living and the resurrected will meet Jesus in the air, never to be separated again.
In this episode of The Great Controversy series, Pastor Ted Wilson explores the hope we have in Christ’s return and how to prepare our hearts for that incredible day. Are you ready to meet your Savior? Download your free copy of The Great Controversy at thegreatcontroversyproject.org. The Seventh-day Adventist Church has been an established Protestant denomination since 1863. It is a global Christian family with over 21 million members who hold the Bible as the ultimate authority. The Adventist Church promises to help people understand the Bible to find freedom, healing, and hope in Jesus. Want to learn more about the Seventh-day Adventist Church? Visit our website at: https://www.adventist.org/ Click the notification bell so that you never miss a new video! Find us on social media by following the links below:
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Editorial: “Soup, Watermelon & the Gospel”

March 1, 2025 By admin

A few years ago I came across a Facebook post where Adventists were discussing Ellen White’s instruction that you shouldn’t drink liquids with your meal. They took it very seriously. Someone wrote, “Many soups have liquid in them. Are we allowed to eat soup?” After a bit of casting about, someone came up with the […] Source: https://atoday.org/editorial-watermelon-soup-the-gospel/

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Sunday: An Angel Delayed

March 1, 2025 By admin

Daily Lesson for Sunday 2nd of March 2025

As we have seen, the false “gods” of the nations were demons in disguise. And elsewhere we see evidence that demonic celestial rulers are sometimes behind earthly rulers. Even angelic agents sent by God can be opposed by the forces of the enemy.

Read Daniel 10:1-14, with special attention to verses 12, 13. What do these verses teach that is relevant to the cosmic conflict? What do you make of the angel sent by God being “withstood” for twenty-one days?
The Angel Appears to Daniel During Prayer

Image © Review & Herald Publishing at Goodsalt.com

How could it be that an angel sent by God could be “withstood” for three weeks? Being all-powerful, God possessed the power to respond to Daniel immediately—that is, had He chosen to. If He exercised His power to do so, He could make an angel appear to Daniel right away. Yet, the angel sent by God was “withstood” by the “prince of the kingdom of Persia” for three entire weeks. What is going on here?

“For three weeks Gabriel wrestled with the powers of darkness, seeking to counteract the influences at work on the mind of Cyrus. . . . All that heaven could do in behalf of the people of God was done. The victory was finally gained; the forces of the enemy were held in check all the days of Cyrus, and all the days of his son Cambyses.”—Ellen G. White, Prophets and Kings, p. 572.

In order for such a conflict to transpire, God must not be exercising all of His power. The enemy must be afforded some genuine freedom and power that is not removed capriciously but is restricted by some parameters known to both parties (the details of which are not revealed to us). It seems there must be parameters in the cosmic conflict that even God’s angels are operating within, which in the coming lessons will be referred to as the “rules of engagement.”

In a certain sense, understanding these limits might not be hard if we grasp the idea, already talked about, that God works only by love, and that love, not coercion, is the foundation of His government. This idea, that God works only through the principles emanating from love, can help us better understand the great controversy.

How have you experienced the limits of working only through the principles of love and not coercion? What lessons did you learn about the limits of power?

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Source: https://ssnet.org/blog/25a-10-an-angel-delayed/

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God First: Your Daily Prayer Meeting #929

March 1, 2025 By admin



"If you believe, you will receive whatever you ask for in prayer" (Matthew 21:22, NIV). 
Tag someone in need of prayer, and kindly share your prayer requests here:
https://wkf.ms/3DBuapQ Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4B8bEuVAUyc

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SdS – L’amore e la giustizia di Dio – Lezione 10

March 1, 2025 By admin



REGOLE D’INGAGGIO.
Approfondimento della decima lezione del 1° trimestre 2025 con Mariarosa Cavalieri, Tamara Pispisa e Luca Faedda. 📩 Risorse per il 1° trimestre 2025:
🔗 https://uicca.org/1-trimestre-2025-lezione-10
🔗 https://uicca.org/nocciolo-1-trimestre-2025
🔗 https://uicca.org/edizioni-adv-1-trimestre-2025
🔗 https://chiesaavventista.it/documenti/punti-dottrinali/
🔗 https://www.edizioniadvshop.it/il-gran-conflitto-tascabile.html
🔗 https://vocedellasperanza.it Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t9z9NptyKbU

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Michea 7:18 – Apri la porta del tuo cuore

February 28, 2025 By admin



“Quale Dio è come te, che perdoni l'iniquità e passi sopra alla colpa del residuo della tua eredità? Egli non serba la sua ira per sempre, perché si compiace di usare misericordia”. 📖 Michea 7:18
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💌 Apri la porta del tuo cuore
🗣 Speaker: Elisa Ghiuzan Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5z3fhR0ue-Q

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This Is How You Can Strengthen Your Relationship with God

February 28, 2025 By admin



How can you build a deeper, more personal relationship with God? Paul’s powerful words in Romans 8:38-39 remind us that nothing—absolutely nothing—can separate us from God’s love. This Sabbath, take time to reflect on His unwavering love and surrender everything that might stand between you and your Savior. May this Sabbath bring you closer to Him. Happy Sabbath! #GodsLove #SabbathReflection #awr #adventistworldradio We are Adventist World Radio, dedicated to sending the gospel to every corner of the world, even in the most remote and inaccessible locations. Through radio broadcasts, Cell Phone Evangelism, Godpods, and Digital Evangelism on various social media platforms, we're striving to reach millions across the world in their native languages. Since we started broadcasting back in 1975, we've seen and heard some truly inspirational stories of people who've experienced life-changing encounters with God. Regardless of their beliefs or professions, we have seen God reach a pagan chieftain, a witch, a professional assassin, and even rebels. Witness God’s work at AWR, from broadcast to baptism. #short Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IktTjuggNL4

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Lesson 9.The Cosmic Conflict | 9.7 Questions | THE GOD OF LOVE AND JUSTICE | LIVING FAITH

February 28, 2025 By admin

1.Many people wonder how a sinless creature like Lucifer could sin for the first time. Why is sin so “mysterious” and “inexplicable”? How can we explain this first sin without excusing or justifying it? In other words, why would an explanation of its origin be tantamount to its justification?
The question of how Lucifer, a perfect and sinless creature, could sin for the first time is one of the deepest and most challenging issues in theology. Sin, by definition, contradicts everything that is logical, good, and just—therefore, it is ultimately irrational and illogical. If there were a logical explanation for the origin of sin, it would be justified and have a “reasonable cause.” But that must not be the case, because sin is a groundless resistance against the good.
🕊 1. The Origin of Sin: Pride and Selfishness Without Cause
• Ezekiel 28:15 describes Lucifer as “blameless in his ways from the day he was created until iniquity was found in him.”
• Question: How can iniquity be “found” in a perfect being?
👉 Answer: Through free will. God created Lucifer with the ability to choose. Love without freedom would not be genuine love. Lucifer chose against God out of pride and selfishness—without any logical cause.
🌱 2. Why Does Sin Remain Inexplicable?
• An explanation would be an excuse:
If we were to find a “reason” for Lucifer’s sin, we might say: “He had a legitimate cause.” But that would justify sin, which is impossible.
• Sin is a break without cause:
It is like a child who rebels against loving parents even though there is no real reason to complain.
💭 3. Freedom Without Coercion: A Risk of Love
• God created all creatures with the freedom to choose. Without this freedom, love would be forced.
• Risk of freedom: Creatures might reject God—and Lucifer did so.
• Why did God not intervene immediately?
To show that His way is just and that rebellion is destructive. Immediate destruction of Lucifer would have fostered fear instead of love.
🌟 4. What Do We Learn from This?
• Sin is a mystery because it is irrational. It contradicts God’s nature of love.
• Freedom is a gift—but also a responsibility.
• Satan’s rebellion began with pride: A warning against self-exaltation and discontent.
📝 Final Thought:
Sin remains inexplicable because any explanation would justify it. It is the groundless resistance against perfect love and justice. God created us with free will so that we can choose Him out of love—even if that came with the risk of rejection. Our task is to learn from the story of Lucifer: Pride, selfishness, and doubt in God lead to destruction, whereas humility, trust, and love lead us to true life.
2.Why didn’t God simply wipe out Satan immediately? Why must evil be allowed “to come to maturity”? In what way is this “in the interest of the entire universe and for clarification for eternity”?
The question of why God did not immediately destroy Satan is profound. When Lucifer sinned, God could have destroyed him on the spot—but that would not have solved the problem of sin. Instead, God chose a path that unites justice, love, and freedom. God’s goal was not only to end the rebellion but also to reveal to all creatures the true consequences of sin. Only in this way could the universe develop trust in God’s guidance and justice.
🕊 1. Immediate Destruction Would Have Produced Fear Instead of Love
• Had God immediately destroyed Lucifer, the angels might have thought:
“Perhaps Lucifer was right. God simply destroys anyone who asks questions.”
• God’s character is based on love and freedom. He wants His creatures to trust Him willingly, not out of fear.
👉 True love and trust are not forced—they arise through understanding.
🌱 2. Evil Must Manifest Itself to Be Unmasked
• Why allow it “to come to maturity”?
o The consequences of sin should become evident.
o Without this manifestation, creatures would always have doubts.
• Satan’s lies: He claimed that God’s law was unjust and His rule oppressive. Only over time did it become clear that:
o Satan’s way leads to suffering and destruction.
o God’s way leads to life, peace, and joy.
The parable of the weeds (Matthew 13:24–30): The weeds are allowed to grow until harvest so that when they are pulled up, the wheat is not destroyed.
✨ 3. In the Interest of the Entire Universe
• Angels and other creatures observed the conflict (cf. 1 Corinthians 4:9).
• They were to learn from their own experience:
✅ God’s law is good.
✅ Rebellion leads to chaos.
✅ God is just and loving.
👉 This understanding will solidify trust in God for all eternity.
🛡 4. The Significance for Eternity
• After Satan’s ultimate defeat, no one will question God’s justice.
• God desires a universe without fear and doubt.
• Evil will never arise again because everyone will understand: Turning away from God leads to ruin.
📝 Final Thought:
God did not immediately destroy Satan because He wanted to harmonize love, freedom, and justice. Evil must reveal itself so that all creatures can see: God’s way is the only good way. This revelation serves the entire universe—for everlasting peace and trust.
🕊✨
3.Why is it very important to understand that the conflict between God and Satan is not about mere power, but rather a conflict of a different kind? In what way does a conflict over character make sense in a way that a conflict over mere power could not?
The cosmic conflict between God and Satan is not a battle between two equals for dominion. God is all-powerful, and Satan is a created being—if it were merely a power struggle, the outcome would have been immediate. However, if the conflict were only about power, the fundamental question of God’s character and His rule would remain unanswered. The real dispute revolves around trust, truth, and justice—around the question: Is God truly good, just, and worthy of worship?
🕊 1. Power Can Enforce Obedience—but Not Trust and Love
• If God had relied solely on power:
o He could have simply destroyed Satan.
o But that would have produced fear instead of love.
o Creatures might obey God out of fear rather than trust.
👉 True worship cannot be forced—it is based on conviction and love.
🌱 2. A Conflict Over Character Speaks to the Heart, Not Just the Mind
• Satan’s accusation: That God is unjust and oppressive.
• God’s response: Not through force, but through self-revelation:
✅ In Jesus’ life: Love, mercy, and justice.
✅ On the cross: God’s self-sacrifice refuted Satan’s claims.
👉 A conflict over character challenges us to ask:
“Can I trust God? Is His way truly the best for me?”
✨ 3. Why Is a Conflict Over Character More Meaningful Than a Power Conflict?
• Power can compel obedience, but it cannot win love.
• A conflict over character addresses the core of the accusation:
o Is God a loving Father or a tyrannical ruler?
o Is His law good or restrictive?
• Over time and through experience, creatures recognize that:
✅ God’s ways bring life.
✅ Satan’s ways lead to suffering and death.
🛡 4. Significance for Our Lives:
We, too, face daily choices:
• Do we trust God’s Word—even when we do not fully understand it?
• Do we allow Satan’s lies about God’s character to influence us?
👉 A power struggle demands submission.
👉 A character conflict requires a decision of the heart: Do I trust God or not?
📝 Final Thought:
It is crucial to recognize that the conflict between God and Satan is a battle over trust and character—not over power. God does not want forced subjects, but willing children who worship Him out of love and conviction. Therefore, He reveals His love through patience, truth, and the sacrifice on the cross. Ultimately, the question for each of us is: Whom do I trust? God’s character of love or Satan’s lies?
4.How can understanding the nature of the conflict, so to speak, “lift the veil,” in what way your life might be a microcosm of the cosmic conflict? In what way do you personally experience the reality of this conflict? How should you respond to show on whose side you truly stand?
The cosmic conflict is not just a distant battle between God and Satan in heavenly realms—it also takes place in our everyday lives. Each person is part of this struggle, often without even realizing it. Our thoughts, decisions, and priorities reflect on whose side we stand: Do we trust God’s truth, or are we deceived by Satan’s lies?
🕊 1. Our Life as a Microcosm of the Cosmic Conflict
The battle for truth, trust, and worship also unfolds in our personal lives:
• In temptations: Satan whispers, “Do what feels good. God only wants to hold something back from you.”
• In times of pain and suffering: Doubts arise, saying, “If God truly loves you, why does He allow this?”
• In the pursuit of success and recognition: The world tempts us with fame, power, and pleasure—often at the expense of integrity and faith.
👉 In each of these moments, we must decide: Do I trust God or not?
🌱 2. How Do You Experience the Conflict in Your Life?
The conflict manifests in many areas of everyday life:
• Thoughts: Negative thoughts such as self-doubt, pride, or resentment.
• Relationships: Temptations toward conflict, envy, or unforgiveness.
• Priorities: How do you spend your time? What truly matters to you?
• Ethical decisions: Honesty at work, purity in relationships, handling money with integrity.
👉 Ask yourself:
✅ Where am I struggling with temptation?
✅ Are there areas in which I question God’s ways?
✅ How do I recognize Satan’s lies in my life?
✨ 3. How Should We Respond?
To show on whose side we stand, concrete steps are essential:
✅ Hold fast to God’s Word:
• Jesus resisted in the wilderness by using Scripture—so should we.
• Practical tip: Memorize Bible verses that strengthen you in moments of temptation.
✅ Consciously choose God:
• “Worship the Lord your God and serve Him only” (Matthew 4:10).
• Ask yourself when making decisions: “Does this honor God?”
✅ Cultivate a close relationship with God:
• Daily prayer and Bible reading are not mere duties, but survival strategies in the spiritual battle.
✅ Remain vigilant and prepared:
• Recognize temptations early. Sometimes the battle begins with a small compromise.
✅ Seek support:
• Fellowship with other believers helps you remain strong.
🛡 4. Whose Side Do You Stand On?
Your responses in conflicts, temptations, and challenges reveal which kingdom you support.
👉 If you find yourself tempted:
• Proclaim God’s promises aloud.
• Pray for strength.
• Remember: Jesus has already secured the victory.
👉 If you fall:
• Get back up! God’s grace is greater than your failures.
📝 Final Thought:
The cosmic conflict is a reality—not only in the Bible but in your everyday life. Your decisions, words, and priorities reflect whom you trust and whom you worship. Even though the battle is tough, you do not fight alone: Jesus has defeated the enemy, and through Him, you can live as a conqueror today. Stand firm in God’s truth, and you will be part of His victory.

Source: https://fulfilleddesire.net/lesson-9-the-cosmic-conflict-9-7-questions-the-god-of-love-and-justice-living-faith/

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