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In my Bible classes, I remember learning about something called conditional prophecy. If God expressed an intention to do something, but the conditions changed, God changed God’s mind. Ellen White outlines something similar, step by step, in The Great Controversy. God’s chosen people were the Jews—but they didn’t accept Jesus, so they lost that status. […] Source: https://atoday.org/editorial-are-adventists-victims-of-conditional-prophecy/
Karen Collum | 23 January 2026 | National days of celebration are almost ubiquitous around the world. From Revolution Day (Cuba) to Freedom Day (South Africa) to Liberation Day (South Korea) to Independence Day in the United States, it appears that we have a need to set aside a day to say, This is my […] Source: https://atoday.org/australia-day-a-christian-reflection-on-pride-and-prejudice/
Daily Lesson for Sabbath 24th of January 2026
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Memory Text:
“Do all things without complaining and disputing, that you may become blameless and harmless, children of God without fault in the midst of a crooked and perverse generation, among whom you shine as lights in the world” (Philippians 2:14-15, NKJV).
God told the Hebrews to obey because that obedience “is your wisdom and your understanding in the sight of the peoples who will hear all these statutes, and say, ‘Surely this great nation is a wise and understanding people’ ” (Deuteronomy 4:6, NKJV).
Centuries later Jesus said, “I am the light of the world. He who follows Me shall not walk in darkness, but have the light of life” (John 8:12, NKJV). He has also said, “ ‘You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden’ ” (Matthew 5:14, NKJV). How can we be that light? Only through a close connection with Jesus, “the true light that gives light to everyone” (John 1:9, NIV). As Philippians 2:1-30 says, God “has highly exalted Him and given Him the name which is above every name, that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow . . . and that every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord” (Philippians 2:9-11, NKJV).
The light and power of heaven is available to all of us who have surrendered our lives to Jesus. But too often either we expect God to do it all or our own ideas and plans get in the way. That’s why Paul’s words to the Philippians are so relevant today.
23 January 2026 | Since 1906, Glendale City Church has been a refuge and a resource to the community in Southern California. On January 30-31, the church will be celebrating 120 years of their history and their service to their neighbors. The weekend will include “…music, poetry readings, visual art, and a curated church history […] Source: https://atoday.org/glendale-city-church-celebrates-120-years-though-weekend-long-event/
God knows exactly what you need and what you can bear. In every season of life, He remains near, faithful and full of mercy. This Sabbath message from Isaiah 49:13 reminds you that the Lord still comforts His people and has not changed, even in your hardest days. Rest in His presence and trust His care. What promise from God has comforted you in adversity? Share the verse and use #GodComforts in your comment. #AWR360 #HappySabbath Source: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/KuQbm2m8DWU
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