This week, Pastor Ted Wilson begins the discussion of the Sermon on the Mount, as Jesus rendered in Matthew 5–7. In the book Thoughts From the Mount of Blessing, Ellen White dedicates her book "to His disciples whom still the Master is calling to choose the spiritual above the earthly kingdom, this little book is dedicated in the hope that its pages may unfold to them more clearly the glory of the unseen." She continues, "The Sermon on the Mount is heaven's benediction to the world—a voice from the throne of God" (page vii). The book opens with a series of blessings, known as the Beatitudes: "Blessed are the poor in spirit…blessed are those who mourn…blessed are the meek…Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness…blessed are the merciful…the pure in heart…the peacemakers…and those who are persecuted for righteousness's sake…" (Matthew 5:3-11). Ellen White continues, "The Beatitudes are Christ's greeting not only to those who believe but to the whole human family. He seems to have forgotten for a moment that He is in the world, not in heaven; and He uses the familiar salutation of the world of light. Blessings flow from His lips as the gushing forth of a long-sealed current of rich life" (page vii). The language of heaven is that of blessing, not cursing. It is a language of peace and joy, not envy and hate. For this reason, Jesus says in Luke 6:27, 28, "Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, and pray for those who spitefully use you." Jesus wants us to manifest love to our fellow men. As Ellen White writes in The Desire of Ages, "love to man is the earthward manifestation of the love of God. It was to implant this love, to make us children of one family, that the King of glory became one with us. And when His parting words are fulfilled, 'Love one another, as I have loved you' (John 15:12); when we love the world as He has loved it, then for us His mission is accomplished. We are fitted for heaven; for we have heaven in our hearts" (page 64). In the following weeks, we will look more closely at the Sermon on the Mount. Learn more about the sermon on the mount by reading Ellen White's book Thoughts From the Mount of Blessing. You can find it and more at https://egwwritings.org/. Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lIKwz8OSCcM

Do you completely rely on God when life gets difficult and challenging? This #short clip from the message, “Pastor Mark Finley Reminds Us that God Will Help Us Survive Through Times of Trouble”
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j82aojI-vcU, reminds us that God will never abandon us, especially in troubled times. All we need is active faith to rely on His love and grace to help us overcome our adversities in life. Trusting that God cares for us, we surrender our lives to Him. Watch the video to be reminded of God’s love for us and His willingness to help us overcome life’s challenges. ————————————————————————————
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Adventist education is a vital and influential ministry that reaches and transforms the lives of children worldwide for Jesus. Upon observing low academic achievement among their students, teachers in the South Pacific Division began to engage their students in Bible study. As a result, many witnessed remarkable improvements in their students’ academic performance! Find more Adventist news from around the world on adventist.news Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2DzEHZ3ZRAA

How do you forgive someone who has deeply hurt you? This #cut clip from the video, “How Does the Sabbath Go Hand-in-Hand with Relationships?” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EPxrt65wF60&list=PL-k2Gb-DBYo8z8roW1briblbYYPS-HpyE&index=53&t=1s, discusses the importance of forgiveness to God. So much so, that over 30 chapters in the Bible address this important theme. Watch the video to learn more about forgiveness and what the Bible says about it. ———————————————————————————— The Seventh-day Adventist Church has been an established denomination since 1863. It is a global Christian family with over 21 million members who hold the Bible as the ultimate authority. We are believers who promise to help people understand the Bible and 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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While the pandemic made evangelism difficult for churches worldwide, the Euro-Asia Division took advantage of digital media to keep fulfilling the gospel mission. Although most safety measures have been reduced, allowing churches to gather in person again, this region's media ministry continues to grow. As a result of their faithful and committed ministry, the division has witnessed an increase in subscribers, and many continue to express interest in online Bible studies! Find more Adventist news from around the world on adventist.news Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0fl2E2FtZUs