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Lesson 7.Foundations of Prophecy | 7.1 โHere I AmโSend Me!โ | ALLUSIONS, IMAGES, SYMBOLS | LIVING FAITH
11.05.2025 โ Genesis Chapter 25 | BELIEVE HIS PROPHETS
Help for the Poor in Spirit
Blessed are the poor in spirit: for their’s is the kingdom of heaven. Matthew 5:3.
All who have a sense of their deep soul poverty, who feel that they have nothing good in themselves, may find righteousness and strength by looking unto Jesus.29Thoughts from the Mount of Blessing, 8.
โThe sacrifices of God are a broken spirit: a broken and a contrite heart, O God, thou wilt not despise.โ Psalm 51:17. Man must be emptied of self before he can be, in the fullest sense, a believer in Jesus. When self is renounced, then the Lord can make man a new creature.30The Desire of Ages, 280.
When man has sinned against a holy and merciful God, he can pursue no course so noble as to repent sincerely, and confess his errors in tears and bitterness of soul. This God requires of him; He accepts nothing less than a broken heart and a contrite spirit.31Prophets and Kings, 435, 436.
The proud heart strives to earn salvation; but both our title to heaven and our fitness for it are found in the righteousness of Christ. The Lord can do nothing toward the recovery of man until, convinced of his own weakness, and stripped of all self-sufficiency, he yields himself to the control of God. Then he can receive the gift that God is waiting to bestow. From the soul that feels his need, nothing is withheld. He has unrestricted access to Him in whom all fullness dwells.32The Desire of Ages, 300.
The only reason why we may not have remission of sins that are past is that we are not willing to humble our proud hearts and comply with the conditions.33Testimonies for the Church 5:636.
God is very pitiful, for He understands our weaknesses and our temptations; and when we come to Him with broken hearts and contrite spirits. He accepts our repentance, and promises that, as we take hold of His strength to make peace with Him, we shall make peace with Him. Oh, what gratitude, what joy, should we feel that God is merciful! 34Testimonies for the Church 3:239, 240.
The offering most sweet and acceptable in God’s sight is a heart made humble by self-denial, by lifting the cross and following Jesus.35Evangelism, 510.
The Faith I Live By p. 136
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Prayer Requests
—-Please pray for my husband as he presents the message about the heavenly sanctuary today and for those who are hearing the message. Kathy
—-Please pray for Joyce who is in a lot of pain. Also for Marvin who has cancer and is in a great deal of pain. Rose
—-Please pray for my daughter Cassie she’s in the beginning stages of a nasty divorce. Wendy
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Dear Friends,
When I was ten, my mother, her husband Eddie, and I often went for a drive in the country. Sometimes, I really enjoyed these outings, but other times he was not very pleasant and made things miserable. On one such occasion, I had become so preoccupied from the miserable time I was happening, that I was not paying much attention to what I was doing. When I got out of the car, I slammed the door in anger and frustration. Unfortunately, my right thumb was in the way. Worse yet, it was right in the latch. Oh! How that hurt! I nearly fainted.
It hurt so much that I did not even think of opening the door. Eddie saw what had happened and yanked open the door (which was stuck because of my thumb). Cars were much larger and heavier in the 1950’s, so my thumb was a real mess. He told me to go into a nearby drugstore and see if the pharmacist could care for it. In those far-off days, pharmacists not only filled prescriptions, they also administered first aid. When the man saw my poor thumb, he cleaned it, put some ointment on it, bandaged it, and sent me on my way. It took a long time for it to heal, but eventually it did. When my thumbnail finally grew back in, it had a heavy line running through it and most of the time, the part on the small side of the line splits off from the rest of the nail.
Just as I have that reminder of my anger and frustration with that alcoholic my mother had married, so every sin leaves its scar upon us. We are never quite the same again. Sin weakens us making it easier to sin the next time. Sin always has consequences. Sometimes we bear those consequences ourselves; other times those around us are affected.
Even so, we do not have to stay in that condition. We can find forgiveness in the One Who is “merciful and gracious, longsuffering, and abundant in goodness and truth.” Ex 34:6 “He hath not dealt with us after our sins; nor rewarded us according to our iniquities. For as the heaven is high above the earth, so great is his mercy toward them that fear him. As far as the east is from the west, so far hath he removed our transgressions from us. Like as a father pitieth his children, so the LORD pitieth them that fear him. For he knoweth our frame; he remembereth that we are dust.” Ps 103:10-14 โIf we confess our sin He is faithful and just to forgive us our sin and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.โ 1 John 1:9
May we daily pray as did David, “Have mercy upon me, O God, according to thy lovingkindness: according unto the multitude of thy tender mercies blot out my transgressions. Wash me thoroughly from mine iniquity, and cleanse me from my sin. For I acknowledge my transgressions: and my sin is ever before me. Against thee, thee only, have I sinned, and done this evil in thy sight: that thou mightest be justified when thou speakest, and be clear when thou judgest. . . . Purge me with hyssop, and I shall be clean: wash me, and I shall be whiter than snow. Make me to hear joy and gladness; that the bones which thou hast broken may rejoice. Hide thy face from my sins, and blot out all mine iniquities. Create in me a clean heart, O God; and renew a right spirit within me. Cast me not away from thy presence; and take not thy holy spirit from me. Restore unto me the joy of thy salvation; and uphold me with thy free spirit. Then will I teach transgressors thy ways; and sinners shall be converted unto thee. Ps 51:1-13
Rose
Source: https://rosesdevotional.org/help-for-the-poor-in-spirit-2.html
Where does prophecy come from?
Q: What do Adventists believe about the Spirit of Prophecy? A: Exactly what the Bible says about it! (It comes from God). Want to learn more about what Adventists believe about prophesy, prophesying, and Spirit of Prophecy? Watch this full message here: https://youtu.be/g4eTu_X0tXM Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KYucf3EbtAA
Allusions, Images, Symbols โ Lesson 7.Foundations of Prophecy | Sabbath School with Pastor Mark Finley
Series ALLUSIONS, IMAGES, SYMBOLSย with Pastor Mark Finleyย |
Lesson 7.Foundations of Prophecy ย |
The Glory of God and the Call to Proclaim โ A Glimpse Behind the Veil of Eternity ย |
Lesson 7 takes us deep into the heart of biblical prophecyโnot merely as foretelling the future, but as an encounter with the living God. When God reveals Himself, it is not primarily to convey information, but to transform hearts. The prophets of Scripture were themselves first transformed before being sentโlike Isaiah, who, in the light of Godโs holiness, became painfully aware of his own sinfulness. The cherubim, symbols of divine nearness and majesty, remind us that true prophecy is born out of Godโs presence. In a world crowded with competing voices, this lesson invites us once more to listen to the voice that issues from the throne. For only those who have beheld Godโs glory can speak of Him with credibility.
Memory Text: Isajah 6:8ย – โAlso I heard the voice of the Lord, saying: โWhom shall I send, and who will go for Us?โ Then I said, โHere am I! Send meโ โ
Content:
7.1 โHere I AmโSend Me!โ
Cleansed, Called, SentโIsaiahโs Response to Godโs Grace
Isaiahโs call did not begin with his willingness, but with an honest encounter with Godโs holiness. Confronted by divine glory, he saw his own unworthinessโa realization that humbles every human heart. Yet God did not leave him in the dust of his sin: a burning coal touched his lips, cleansing him and equipping him for service. This forgiveness changed everythingโfrom a reluctant bystander into a volunteer. His famous words, โHere am I; send me!โ show that true calling is only possible once the heart has been purified. Likewise, through Christโs grace we too can boldly say โYesโ to Godโs call in the world.
7.2 The Two Cherubim
The Cherubim at Edenโs GateโGuardians of Life, Signs of Hope
The two cherubim stationed at the entrance to the Garden of Eden were not only guardians but also a prophetic symbol of hope. Placed at the eastern gate and suffused with divine glory, they recall Godโs presence above the mercy seat, flanked by cherubim in the tabernacle. Although they barred access to the Tree of Life, they also held out a promise: the way back to God was not lost forever. Even in the expulsion lay the promise of redemptionโmade visible by the light between the cherubim. These heavenly beings announce not only judgment but also grace, pointing forward to Christ, who by His sacrifice would reopen the path to paradise.
7.3 Like Burning Coals of Fire
Fire, Wings, and GloryโA Vision of Godโs Throne
The cherubimโmysterious creatures of light and motionโare always depicted in Scripture as close to Godโs throne. In Ezekielโs vision they burn like coals of fire, revealing Godโs overwhelming majesty even in the midst of Babylonian exile. Despite the darkness of their situation, this scene reminds us that Godโs rule remains supremeโeven amid chaos. Parallels in Isaiah and John show that Godโs holiness is unchanging, His presence both awe-inspiring and comforting. When we stand before this holiness, we recognize our own fragilityโand our desperate need for grace. The cherubim remind us that God is both just and merciful, and that His glory does not abandon His people, even in exile.
7.4 God Among His People
God at the Centerโfrom the Wilderness to Eternity
The layout of Israelโs camp around the tabernacle was no accident, but a divine message: God intended to dwell in the very center of His people. Each tribe had its place surrounding the sanctuaryโordered, connected, and meaningful. Rabbinic tradition assigns each tribe a symbolic image (lion, man, ox, eagle), echoing the four living creatures of Ezekiel and Revelationโas if heaven itself were foreshadowed in the wilderness. This pattern extends to the New Jerusalem, where God again dwells at the center and His people gather around Him. Today, God still calls us to place Him at the center of our lives. Intimacy with Him is not created by geographical arrangement but by devotion, worship, and genuine community.
7.5 The Fall of Lucifer
From Throne to FallโLuciferโs Pride and Christโs Victory
Luciferโs fall is among the greatest tragedies of creation. Once a covering cherub in Godโs immediate presence, he fell into rebellion through pride and self-exaltation. Ezekiel and Isaiah portray this descent as a shift from light to darkness, from praise to accusation. In stark contrast, Revelation 14 shows the redeemed, saved by the Lambโs blood, standing on Mount Zionโwhere Lucifer once stood. Godโs grace is so vast that fallen humanity is not only forgiven but also appointed heirsโfilling the gap left by the fallen angels. This grace compels us: our task is to carry this gospel to all nations with clarity, humility, and passion.
7.6 Summary
When Heaven Touches EarthโGodโs Voice in Prophecy
Lesson 7 has explored the prophetic foundations that testify to Godโs nearness, holiness, and love. From Isaiahโs call we see that true prophecy always springs from an encounter with Godโs glory and the experience of forgiveness. The cherubimโguardians of the sanctuary and symbols of divine presenceโthread through all biblical prophecy, pointing to Godโs desire to dwell among His people. From Eden to Revelation, we learn: God reveals Himself to save, not to destroy. Luciferโs fall warns us where pride leads, while the redeemed are called back to the throne by the Lamb. Prophecy is not an end in itself but Godโs invitation to hear His voiceโand to follow.
Sunday: Here I Am, Send Me
Daily Lesson for Sunday 11th of May 2025
Years ago, a church decided to renovate an outdated basement to create a new fellowship hall. One of the first things they did was to install new lights, believing that they would make the space seem more beautiful. Once they were installed, however, the space looked even worse, because bright lights have a way of revealing flaws.
Isaiahโs stunning vision of Godโs throne left him painfully aware of his shortcomings. โ โWoe is me,โ โ he lamented, โ โfor I am undone! Because I am a man of unclean lips, and I dwell in the midst of a people of unclean lips; for my eyes have seen the King, the Lord of hostsโ โ (Isaiah 6:5, NKJV). We would feel the same if we were suddenly escorted into the presence of the Lord. The light is bright enough to remove all of our excuses. In Godโs presence, we sense that we are lost. Isaiah was in for the surprise of a lifetime.
Read Isaiah 6:6-8. Isaiah knew that sin means that we are โundone.โ The wages of sin is death. But instead of leaving us to the consequences of sin, a God of love pulls us closer. What was the outcome of this meeting, and why is it important?
Isaiah was purged of his sin when a seraph took a coal from the altar and touched his mouth with it. This was likely the altar of incense, where intercession was made by and for Godโs people (see Revelation 8:3-4). His sins were forgiven, and he was now considered fit to stand in Godโs presenceโbut, more than that, he was also commissioned to represent God to the world.
Interestingly enough, the word โseraphโ means โthe burning one.โ Notice Jesusโ description of John the Baptistโs ministry in John 5:35โโ โHe was the burning and shining lamp, and you were willing for a time to rejoice in his lightโ โ (NKJV). Though, of course, John himself was a sinner in need of grace and salvation, his ministry pointed to the only One who could bring grace and salvation.
Jesus came as the perfect representation of the Fatherโs gloryโand God sent a prophet, a sinner, who performed a similar task as one of heavenโs seraphim.
Only after Isaiah knew that his sin was purged, did he say, โ โHere am I! Send meโ โ (Isaiah 6:8, NKJV). How can each one of us, our sins purged by the blood of Jesus, respond as Isaiah did here? |

Editorial: What Are We For? A Call to Beautiful Vision
In a world increasingly shaken by corruption, exclusion, and abuse of powerโwhether in political systems or religious institutionsโitโs easy to fall into a mode of resistance. We see and feel deeply that something is not right. Many of us are no longer willing to allow our identities to be passively associated with systems that perpetuate […] Source: https://atoday.org/editorial-what-are-we-for-a-call-to-beautiful-vision/
God First: Your Daily Prayer Meeting #999
"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:
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SdS – Allusioni, immagini e simboli nelle profezie bibliche – Lezione 7
LE BASI PER LA PROFEZIA.
Approfondimento della quarta lezione del 2° trimestre 2025 a cura di Mariarosa Cavalieri, Gabriele Ciantia e Giorgio Iacono. ๐ฉ Materiale utile qui:
๐ https://uicca.org/2-trimestre-2025-lezione-7
๐ https://uicca.org/nocciolo-2-trimestre-2025
๐ https://uicca.org/edizioni-adv-2-trimestre-2025 Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7HgPDDf-kj4
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