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Read Colossians 3 in the BibleColossians 3:17-19
Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 14 (1899)
Ms 152, 1899
14LtMs, Ms 152, 1899, par. 1
One about to marry a wife should stop to consider candidly why he takes this step. Is his wife to be his helper, his companion, his equal, or will he pursue toward her such a course that she cannot have an eye single to the glory of God? Will he venture to give loose rein to his passions and see how much care and taxation he can subject his wife to without extinguishing life, or will he study the meaning of the words, “Whatsoever ye do, in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus?” [Colossians 3:17.]14LtMs, Ms 152, 1899, par. 6
Again the apostle writes, “Husbands, love your wives, and be not bitter against them.” “Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ loved the church, and gave himself for it.” [Colossians 3:19; Ephesians 5:25.] How can a man love his wife, who subjects her to continual child-bearing? Before her strength is recovered from one trying ordeal, she is subjected to another. There is no real love in this; it is merely the low, sensual gratification of animal passion. How can that man keep the glory of God in view? What does he know of the pure, elevated attribute of love?Colossians 3:18
Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 1 (1844 - 1868)
Lt 19, 1860
1LtMs, Lt 19, 1860, par. 4
“Wives, submit yourselves to your own husbands as unto the Lord. For the husband is the head of the wife, even as Christ is the head of the church.” “Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the church, and gave himself for it.” [Ephesians 5:22, 23, 25.] “Wives, submit yourselves unto your own husbands, as it is fit in the Lord.” [Colossians 3:18.]Colossians 3:18-19
In Heavenly Places
Keeping Love Alive, July 18
HP 206.1
Wives, submit yourselves unto your own husbands, as it is fit in the Lord. Husbands, love your wives, and be not bitter against them. Colossians 3:18, 19.Our Father Cares
Keeping Love Alive, June 18
OFC 181.1
Wives, submit yourselves unto your own husbands, as it is fit in the Lord. Husbands, love your wives, and be not bitter against them. Colossians 3:18, 19.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 23 (1908)
Ms 105, 1908
23LtMs, Ms 105, 1908, par. 4
“Wives, submit yourselves unto your own husbands, as is fit in the Lord. Husbands, love your wives, and be not bitter against them.” [Colossians 3:18, 19.] This is the rule that is to be followed by all husbands and wives, be they white or black. When this rule is followed, the result will appear in Christlike lives; and the converting power of God will be manifest.Colossians 3:19
Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 10 (1895)
Lt 30, 1895
10LtMs, Lt 30, 1895, par. 1
The apostle writes, “Husbands, love your wives, and be not bitter against them.” [Colossians 3:19.] You have not followed this instruction but have treated your wife in an unchristlike manner during your married life. You have not acted as a father and husband in your family, but have acted more the part of a stranger. You should have borne the burden and carried the household expenses for food and raiment, and not have let this burden fall upon a frail woman. You have taken no more responsibility than has a boarder, and yet you have been very exacting in demanding your privileges as a husband. You have been free to criticize, have been overbearing and dictatorial, but have allowed the burden of planning and devising [to] fall upon your wife. You have been willing that the taxing part of keeping up the home, of providing for the household expenses, should fall upon her.Colossians 3:20
To Be Like Jesus
Obedience to Be Rewarded, February 12
BLJ 51.1
Children, obey your parents in all things, for this is well pleasing to the Lord. Colossians 3:20, NKJV.Colossians 3:21
The Faith I Live By
House-Band of the Family, September 16
FLB 265.4
When children lose their self-control and speak passionate words, the parents should for a time keep silent.... Silence is golden, and will do more to bring repentance than any words that can be uttered. Satan is well pleased when parents irritate their children by speaking harsh, angry words.... “Fathers, provoke not your children to anger, lest they be discouraged.” Colossians 3:21.... Let your calmness help to restore them to a proper frame of mind.79The Signs of the Times, January 1, 1902 (The Review and Herald, January 24, 1907).Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 5 (1887-1888)
Lt 43, 1888
5LtMs, Lt 43, 1888, par. 14
What an education your children have been receiving! The apostle says, “Fathers, provoke not your children to anger, lest they be discouraged.” [Colossians 3:21.] There has been so little Christlike tenderness in your dealing with them that you have aroused in them a spirit of opposition and retaliation. You pick at them until you stir up the very worst feeling of their nature, and at times they have feelings almost of hatred toward you because you are so constantly wounding them. How can they love the Bible when you fling it at them in harsh denunciations? You are driving them away from yourselves and from God.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 10 (1895)
Ms 38, 1895
10LtMs, Ms 38, 1895, par. 42
Children are exhorted to obey their parents in the Lord, but parents are also enjoined, “Provoke not your children to wrath, lest they be discouraged.” [Colossians 3:21.] Do not treat them in such a way that they will think that there is no use trying to be good and to do right, for they are treated with injustice and in an unreasonable manner. Children born into the world in this age have many difficulties to encounter. Sin will lie at the door of parents unless they take themselves in hand and qualify themselves to become wise, safe, Christian teachers.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 13 (1898)
Lt 145, 1898
13LtMs, Lt 145, 1898, par. 7
When I see men and women recently come to the truth, who have been tobacco users and liquor drinkers and have put these things away and overcome the appetite for these things, I know the truth is appreciated by them. Then because they keep the Sabbath, they lose one pound per week. Here is a serious test and difficulty. Yet they have this test. They have yet to learn the lesson of self-control, of patience, of courtesy, and love in the home life. Their own manner of dealing with their children, showing no respect to them but governing with a high hand, is fitting their children to become just such families as they themselves represent. Due respect must be given to the children, for they are the Lord’s heritage. “Fathers, provoke not your children to anger, lest they be discouraged.” [Colossians 3:21.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 13 (1898)
Ms 125, 1898
13LtMs, Ms 125, 1898, par. 10
The yoke of obligation is laid upon parents to do Christian missionary work in the home. The apostle continues, “Ye fathers, provoke not your children to wrath, but bring them up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord.” [Ephesians 6:4.] “Fathers, provoke not your children to anger, lest they be discouraged.” [Colossians 3:21.] Of Abraham God said: “I know him, that he will command his children and his household after him, and they shall keep the way of the Lord, that the Lord may bring upon Abraham that thing which he hath spoken of him.” [Genesis 18:19.] Parents are to be God-fearing educators of their children. The father is the house-band of the family, and he is to feel the responsibilities devolving upon him, as the Lord’s steward of a sacred trust.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 16 (1901)
Lt 101, 1901
16LtMs, Lt 101, 1901, par. 5
“Fathers, provoke not your children to anger, lest they be discouraged.” [Colossians 3:21.] Upon all fathers and mothers rests the sacred charge of bringing up their children in the nurture and admonition of the Lord. Your work is now being tested and tried. You have not yet made thorough work. May God draw nigh unto you and lead you to see the depths of the sinfulness of your own heart. This is your time of grace, your opportunity to cleanse the soul-temple. I beg of you to make thorough work. Do not harden your heart in sin. If this opportunity should pass, and you only make half work to clear your soul from guilt, it may be that you will never have another opportunity. Will you now make thorough work in the salvation of your soul? It is precious in the sight of the Lord.Colossians 3:23
Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 22 (1907)
Ms 89, 1907
22LtMs, Ms 89, 1907, par. 12
The principles that should actuate us as workers in God’s cause are laid down by the apostle Paul. He says, “We are laborers together with God.” [1 Corinthians 3:9.] “Whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men.” [Colossians 3:23.] And Peter exhorts the believers, “As every man hath received the gift, even so minister the same one to another, as good stewards of the manifold grace of God. If any man speak, let him speak as the oracles of God; if any man minister, let him do it as of the ability which God giveth; that God in all things may be glorified through Jesus Christ.” [1 Peter 4:10, 11.]My Life Today
Work Diligently for God, August 3
ML 219.1
Whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men. Colossians 3:23.Sons and Daughters of God
Home Duties Well Done, September 4
SD 254.1
And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men. Colossians 3:23.Steps to Christ
Chapter 9—The Work and the Life
SC 82.3
With a loving spirit we may perform life’s humblest duties “as to the Lord.” Colossians 3:23. If the love of God is in the heart, it will be manifested in the life. The sweet savor of Christ will surround us, and our influence will elevate and bless.Testimonies for the Church, vol. 9
The Warfare Before Us
9T 221.2
The principles that should actuate us as workers in God’s cause are laid down by the apostle Paul. He says: “We are laborers together with God.” 1 Corinthians 3:9. “Whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men.” Colossians 3:23. And Peter exhorts the believers: “As every man hath received the gift, even so minister the same one to another, as good stewards of the manifold grace of God. If any man speak, let him speak as the oracles of God; if any man minister, let him do it as of the ability which God giveth: that God in all things may be glorified through Jesus Christ.” 1 Peter 4:10, 11.From the Heart
Use What You Have, December 28
FH 374.1
And whatever you do, do it heartily, as to the Lord and not to men. Colossians 3:23.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 12 (1897)
Ms 146, 1897
12LtMs, Ms 146, 1897, par. 15
I speak to those who know the truth but do not practice the truth. You are in a deception which will prove fatal to you unless you shall be converted. The false motives, the spurious principles, which give birth to fair pretenses and appearances, and as viewed by the eyes of those who are not anointed with the holy eyesalve as good works, have no rule in heart and life, but is all a false show. There are those who worship the human but not the divine. When they have that faith that works by love and purifies the soul they will have regard to all of God’s commandments. They will regard all their social virtues, all their religious aspirations, as coming from God, to be returned to God with increased love and devotion, that His holy Name shall be magnified, for God commands, “Whatsoever ye do, do it heartily as unto the Lord and not as unto men.” [Colossians 3:23.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 19 (1904)
Lt 167, 1904
19LtMs, Lt 167, 1904, par. 12
I wish to say a few words more about the circulation of Christ’s Object Lessons. My brethren, show our people what they can do in handling this book. As tourists from all parts of the world flock into Los Angeles and other parts of Southern California, let there be those who can call their attention to this book. It is full of precious truth, and as it is presented to unbelievers, angels of God will impress many to buy it. Let those who do this work keep in mind the words, “As unto the Lord.” [Colossians 3:23.] The purpose for which it is done will invest this work with a dignity that will improve the habits, the manners, and the address of the workers. By this effort the poorest, humblest worker is linked with the great Master Worker.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 19 (1904)
Lt 211, 1904
19LtMs, Lt 211, 1904, par. 12
I wish to say a few words more about the circulation of Christ’s Object Lessons. My brethren, show our people what they can do in handling this book. As tourists from all parts of the world flock into Los Angeles and other parts of Southern California, let there be those who can call their attention to this book. It is full of precious truth, and as it is presented to unbelievers, angels of God will impress many to buy it. Let those who do this work keep in mind the words, “As unto the Lord.” [Colossians 3:23.] The purpose for which it is done will invest this work with a dignity that will improve the habits, the manners, and the address of the workers. By this effort the poorest, humblest worker is linked with the great Master Worker.Colossians 3:23-24
Lift Him Up
Important Spiritual Lessons Taught, June 8
LHU 173.1
Whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men. Colossians 3:23.LHU 173.4
Whatever the line of work in which we engage, the Word of God teaches us to be “not slothful in business; fervent in spirit; serving the Lord” (Romans 12:11). “Whatsoever thy hand findeth to do, do it with thy might” (Ecclesiastes 9:10), “knowing that of the Lord ye shall receive the reward of the inheritance; for ye serve the Lord” (Colossians 3:24) (Christ’s Object Lessons, 345, 346).Child Guidance
Chapter 50—What Comprises True Education?
CG 294.1
In God’s plan there is no place for selfish rivalry. Those who measure themselves by themselves, and compare themselves among themselves, are not wise. (2 Corinthians 10:12.) Whatever we do is to be done “as of the ability which God giveth.” 1 Peter 4:11. It is to be done “heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men; knowing that of the Lord ye shall receive the reward of the inheritance: for ye serve the Lord Christ.” Colossians 3:23, 24. Precious the service done and the education gained in carrying out these principles. But how widely different is much of the education now given! From the child’s earliest years it is an appeal to emulation and rivalry; it fosters selfishness, the root of all evil.4Education, 225, 226.Education
Chapter 25—Education and Character
Ed 225.4
At such a time as this, what is the trend of the education given? To what motive is appeal most often made? To self-seeking. Much of the education given is a perversion of the name. In true education the selfish ambition, the greed for power, the disregard for the rights and needs of humanity, that are the curse of our world, find a counterinfluence. God’s plan of life has a place for every human being. Each is to improve his talents to the utmost; and faithfulness in doing this, be the gifts few or many, entitles one to honor. In God’s plan there is no place for selfish rivalry. Those who measure themselves by themselves, and compare themselves among themselves, are not wise. 2 Corinthians 10:12. Whatever we do is to be done “as of the ability which God giveth.” 1 Peter 4:11. It is to be done “heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men; knowing that of the Lord ye shall receive the reward of the inheritance: for ye serve the Lord Christ.” Colossians 3:23, 24. Precious the service done and the education gained in carrying out these principles. But how widely different is much of the education now given! From the child’s earliest years it is an appeal to emulation and rivalry; it fosters selfishness, the root of all evil.Reflecting Christ
The World Needs People of Noble Character, October 2
RC 289.1
And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men; knowing that of the Lord ye shall receive the reward of the inheritance; for ye serve the Lord Christ. Colossians 3:23, 24.Testimonies for the Church, vol. 7
Chapter 34—The Author
7T 180.3
Every power lent us by God, whether physical, mental, or spiritual, is to be sacredly cherished to do the work assigned us for our fellow men who are perishing in their ignorance. Every man is to stand at his post of duty untrammeled, each serving the Lord in humility, each responsible for his own work. “Whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men; knowing that of the Lord ye shall receive the reward of the inheritance: for ye serve the Lord Christ.” He “will render to every man according to his deeds.” Colossians 3:23, 24; Romans 2:6.That I May Know Him
Serve the Lord Heartily, November 23
TMK 333.1
And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men; knowing that of the Lord ye shall receive the reward of the inheritance: for ye serve the Lord Christ. Colossians 3:23, 24.Homeward Bound
Character Building, July 15
HB 220.5
At such a time as this, what is the trend of the education given? To what motive is appeal most often made? To self-seeking. Much of the education given is a perversion of the name. In true education the selfish ambition, the greed for power, the disregard for the rights and needs of humanity, that are the curse of our world, find a counterinfluence. God’s plan of life has a place for every human being. All are to improve their talents to the utmost; and faithfulness in doing this, be the gifts few or many, entitles one to honor. In God’s plan there is no place for selfish rivalry. Those who measure themselves by themselves, and compare themselves among themselves, are not wise. (2 Corinthians 10:12.) Whatever we do is to be done “as of the ability which God giveth.” (1 Peter 4:11.) It is to be done “heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men; knowing that of the Lord ye shall receive the reward of the inheritance: for ye serve the Lord Christ.” (Colossians 3:23, 24.) Precious the service done and the education gained in carrying out these principles. But how widely different is much of the education now given! From the child’s earliest years it is an appeal to emulation and rivalry; it fosters selfishness, the root of all evil.—Education, 225, 226.With God at Dawn
A Hearty Attitude, October 9
WGD 284.1
And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men; knowing that of the Lord ye shall receive the reward of the inheritance: for ye serve the Lord Christ. Colossians 3:23, 24.Colossians 3:23-25
Manuscript Releases, vol. 16 [Nos. 1186-1235]
MR No. 1186—Wrongdoing to be Condemned; Righteousness to be Exalted
16MR 7.4
“Whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men; knowing that of the Lord ye shall receive the reward of the inheritance; for ye serve the Lord Christ. But he that doeth wrong shall receive for the wrong which he hath done: and there is no respect of persons” with God [Colossians 3:23-25].Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 17 (1902)
Lt 67, 1902
17LtMs, Lt 67, 1902, par. 26
But let no one think that he can honor the Lord by mechanical obedience, while he has no real sense of what obedience means, because his heart is not right with God. “Whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men; knowing that of the Lord ye shall receive the reward of the inheritance; for ye serve the Lord Christ. But he which doeth wrong shall receive of the wrong which he hath done; for there is no respect of persons.” [Colossians 3:23-25.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 18 (1903)
Ms 128, 1903
18LtMs, Ms 128, 1903, par. 22
“Whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men; knowing that of the Lord ye shall receive the reward of the inheritance; for ye serve the Lord Christ. But he that doeth wrong shall receive for the wrong which he hath done: and there is no respect of persons” with God. [Colossians 3:23-25.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 18 (1903)
Ms 128a, 1903
18LtMs, Ms 128a, 1903, par. 18
“Whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men; knowing that of the Lord ye shall receive the reward of the inheritance; for ye serve the Lord Christ. But he that doeth wrong shall receive for the wrong which he hath done: and there is no respect of persons” with God. [Colossians 3:23-25.]Colossians 3:24
Christ’s Object Lessons
Chapter 25—Talents
COL 346.1
Whatever the line of work in which we engage, the word of God teaches us to be “not slothful in business; fervent in spirit; serving the Lord.” “Whatsoever thy hand findeth to do, do it with thy might,” “knowing that of the Lord ye shall receive the reward of the inheritance; for ye serve the Lord Christ.” Romans 12:11; Ecclesiastes 9:10; Colossians 3:24.The Faith I Live By
Live While You Have a Chance, June 12
FLB 169.7
Whatever the line of work in which we engage, the Word of God teaches us to be “not slothful in business; fervent in spirit; serving the Lord.” Romans 12:11.... “Knowing that of the Lord ye shall receive the reward of the inheritance: for ye serve the Lord Christ.” Colossians 3:24.29Christ’s Object Lessons, 346.EGW Writings — Ellen G. White. Ellen G. White Estate · all rights reserved
Colossians 3:17
Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 4 (1883 - 1886)
Lt 80, 1886
4LtMs, Lt 80, 1886, par. 7
Religion is never in a single instance to give way to business; such dismiss the Word of God from their counsels. Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself; thou shalt not steal; thou shalt not covet; thou shalt not bear false witness—all are violated in a dishonest action. He has in thus transgressing laid his soul a victim on the altar of mammon. He has through cupidity, through love of making the most out of the occasion for himself, deliberately set aside one of the plainest, simplest injunctions of the Word of God. The god of traffic is the god of fraud. Adventists should stand free from the slightest stain of reproach. We can see nothing so calculated to make religion an offense and the truth of God a matter of scorn as to give the impression that Adventists will take advantage of you if they can. “Not slothful in business; fervent in spirit; serving the Lord.” Romans 12:11. “Whatsoever ye do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus.” Colossians 3:17.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 6 (1889-1890)
Lt 36, 1890
6LtMs, Lt 36, 1890, par. 13
“Not slothful in business.” “Fervent in spirit.” “Serving the Lord.” [Romans 12:11.] One is your Master, even Christ; you are responsible to Him in a sense you have not realized. “Whatsoever ye do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus.” [Colossians 3:17.] If business presses too closely upon the spiritual and eternal interests, and temptations are in consequence constantly arising, then let the business take its subordinate place. The living oracles of God puts a light before your path and tells you to walk in the light heavenward, to become an heir of God and joint heir with Jesus Christ.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 7 (1891-1892)
Lt 22, 1892
7LtMs, Lt 22, 1892, par. 1
What can be said, what movements made, to cleanse and purify the ministry? The truth is all powerful, and can and will do the work upon the human heart if practiced, but the illustration of the ten virgins is an appropriate symbol for our time. Five of them were wise, five of them were foolish. The grand, life-giving truth of the Bible, if practiced, would make men wise unto salvation; but the acceptance of the Holy Spirit is not felt to be a positive necessity. The teaching of the Bible would, if obeyed, make men pure and keep them pure. “Whatsoever ye do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God and the Father by him.” [Colossians 3:17.] Mark this charge of the apostle to the Corinthians: “Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God.” [1 Corinthians 10:31.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 8 (1893)
Lt 8, 1893
8LtMs, Lt 8, 1893, par. 18
You have less and less relish for the Word of God. Your duties to your family and to your God demand that you be not slothful in business, but be fervent in spirit, serving the Lord. “Whatsoever you do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus.” [Colossians 3:17.] Hold fast your integrity. When tempted of the devil, consent not to his devices. Flee not to your fictitious reading, but to the Word of God. Here you may find strength every day for duty. You may plunge into the world with as little respect and reverence for God’s requirements as others manifest. You may be deceived by your own heart or by the un-Christlike maxims which prevail with others. You may mingle the frauds of men with the truth of God. But “what shall it profit a man if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul? or what shall a man give in exchange for his soul?” [Mark 8:36, 37.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 8 (1893)
Ms 78, 1893
8LtMs, Ms 78, 1893, par. 49
The peculiarities of personal manners and practices reveal the true character, whether it is under the rule of Christ or under the rule of the prince of the power of the air. Is the obligation of the living human agent to Jesus Christ to be doers of His Word understood from the highest to the lowest, from the most solemn exercise of devotion to the smallest required duty? “Whatsoever ye do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God, and the Father by him.” [Colossians 3:17.] And the charge is more decided: “Whether ye eat or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God.” [1 Corinthians 10:31.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 8 (1893)
Ms 50, 1893
8LtMs, Ms 50, 1893, par. 6
If the peace of Christ is in the heart, plain food, seasoned by a good appetite, will be relished. We are to fulfill the command, “Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God.” [1 Corinthians 10:31.] “Whatsoever ye do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God and the Father by him.” [Colossians 3:17.] But how much is God brought into the thoughts of those who claim to be Christians? How much sanctified conversation is encouraged at the family board? If God were thought of when we eat and drink, the precious talent of speech would more often be employed to His glory.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 8 (1893)
Lt 113, 1893
8LtMs, Lt 113, 1893, par. 36
Said Christ, “I sanctify myself that they also may be sanctified.” [John 17:19.] This you need candidly to consider. What influence are you exerting in your home, and in the business transactions in connection with His work and cause? I must tell you, your heart is not in the work. Your Christian life should sanctify the whole. It should pervade every branch of human action from the first to the last, from the highest to the lowest. “Whether ... ye eat, or drink” (1 Corinthians 10:31), or “whatsoever ye do in word, or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus.” Colossians 3:17.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 9 (1894)
Lt 70, 1894
9LtMs, Lt 70, 1894, par. 7
The whole man is then molded after the divine likeness, and he manifests the character of Christ in the home, in the office, and in the congregation where saints assemble to worship God. Christianity then becomes a working power, and has a transforming effect upon the agents in a working world, for then men co-operate with divine agencies in their daily occupations, whatever they may be, or wherever they may be. At the present time there is not a thorough, correcting, transforming power circulating through the publishing institution, such as God requires. A deeper and more thorough work is needed in the hearts of those who hold positions, from the lowest to the highest. “And whatsoever ye do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God and the Father by him.” [Colossians 3:17.] Again comes the requirement, “Whether ye eat or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God.” [1 Corinthians 10:31.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 10 (1895)
Lt 2, 1895
10LtMs, Lt 2, 1895, par. 6
I speak to you as a class and also as individuals: “Guard your words. Let sobriety and sound common sense characterize your conversation. Do not trifle with the purity and nobility of your souls by condescending to indulgence in stale jokes, and in cultivating habits of trifling conversation.” The requirement of God is explicit on these points, and presents before you the obligations that rest upon you as children of God. The Word of God says, “Whatsoever ye do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God and the Father by him.” [Colossians 3:17.] Again the injunction is given in still more explicit language, “Whether ye eat or whether ye drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God.” [1 Corinthians 10:31.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 10 (1895)
Ms 11, 1895
10LtMs, Ms 11, 1895, par. 15
Contemplation of God’s holiness, justice, and truth should enable us to repress that which is unprincipled, and to encourage that which is pure and noble in our dealings one with another. When men serve God with all their power, they will be enabled to deal justly with their fellow men. They will follow the instruction of the apostle, “Whatsoever ye do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus.” [Colossians 3:17.] Such will take the Word of God for their standard. They will have reverence toward God; they will walk in meekness and lowliness and true holiness, manifesting in their practices the principles of the true standard of righteousness—God’s holy law.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 12 (1897)
Ms 31, 1897
12LtMs, Ms 31, 1897, par. 15
“Whatsoever ye do in word or in deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ, giving thanks to God and the Father by him.” [Colossians 3:17.] And still the apostle’s charge comes closer, “Whether, therefore, ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God.” [1 Corinthians 10:31.] This is the fruit that is always borne upon the tree that has its roots in Jesus.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 13 (1898)
Lt 2, 1898
13LtMs, Lt 2, 1898, par. 4
If you are individually attending to your own soul’s interest, you will have a sense of your own short-comings, and will not sow the seed that Christ calls tares. If the truth you profess to know in theory is in your heart, you will reveal the truth as it is in Jesus. In every sphere of action you will represent His character. Our maxim should be, “Whatsoever you do in word or in deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God and the Father by him.” [Colossians 3:17.] This is the great restoring influence of all our moral ills. With any lower incentive than to honor and glorify God, the principles become full of disease. Little by little self strives for the mastery, and the man will never rise to moral rectitude in word and action.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 14 (1899)
Ms 26, 1899
14LtMs, Ms 26, 1899, par. 22
God calls for staunch, loyal, faithful men in His work, men who will not be bought or sold, men not slothful in business, fervent in spirit, serving the Lord. “One is your Master, even Christ.” [Matthew 23:8.] To God we are individually responsible, and that responsibility is a sacred trust which can be discharged only when these words are firmly followed, “Whatsoever ye do, in word or in deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus.” [Colossians 3:17.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 16 (1901)
Ms 16, 1901
16LtMs, Ms 16, 1901, par. 43
Those who are connected with the service of God must be purified from every thread of selfishness. All is to be done in accordance with the injunction, “Whatsoever ye do, in word or deed, do all to the glory of God.” [1 Corinthians 10:31; Colossians 3:17.] God’s laws of justice and equity must be strictly obeyed in the transactions between neighbor and neighbor, brother and brother. We are to seek for perfect order and perfect righteousness after God’s own similitude. On these grounds alone will our works bear the test of the judgment. In Christ Jesus neither circumcision nor uncircumcision avail anything, but a faith which works by love and purifies the soul from all earthliness.Manuscript Releases, vol. 20 [Nos. 1420-1500]
MR No. 1482—Appeal for Complete Consecration, Including Breaking With Secret Societies
20MR 288.5
Said Christ, “I sanctify Myself that they also may be sanctified.” This you need candidly to consider. What influence are you exerting in your home and in the business transactions in connection with His work and cause? I must tell you, your heart is not in the work. Your Christian life should sanctify the whole. It should pervade every branch of human action from the first to the last, from the highest to the lowest. “Whether ... ye eat, or drink” (1 Corinthians 10:31), or “whatsoever ye do in word, or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus” (Colossians 3:17).Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 16 (1901)
Ms 47, 1901
16LtMs, Ms 47, 1901, par. 25
Let us make diligent efforts to serve God. We need to reach a higher standard. The truth must not be kept in the outer court. Bring its principles into the inner sanctuary of the soul. Make Christ the guide of every action. Separate all selfishness from soul, body, and spirit. Hate it; for it is the destroyer of peace and godliness. “Whatsoever ye do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God and the Father by him.” [Colossians 3:17.] The grace of our Saviour is the grand, healing influence which conforms the life to the life of God.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 16 (1901)
Ms 115, 1901
16LtMs, Ms 115, 1901, par. 19
The Christian is to represent Christ in the smallest actions of life. “Whatsoever ye do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ, giving thanks to God and the Father by him.” [Colossians 3:17.] And again, “Whether ye eat or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God.” [1 Corinthians 10:31.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 17 (1902)
Lt 29, 1902
17LtMs, Lt 29, 1902, par. 12
The Bible is the storehouse of wisdom. We are to search its pages, not casually, but diligently, with the earnest inquiry in the heart, “What shall I do that I may inherit eternal life?” [Mark 10:17.] What is the answer? What saith the Scripture? “Whatsoever ye do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God and the Father by Him.” [Colossians 3:17.] This is Paul’s charge to the Colossians. Writing to the Corinthians he makes a still more definite charge: “Whether therefore ye eat or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God.” [1 Corinthians 10:31.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 18 (1903)
Lt 228, 1903
18LtMs, Lt 228, 1903, par. 9
Gather to your soul the light of the Word of God. Remember that day by day you are building character for time and for eternity. The teaching of the Bible in regard to character-building is very explicit. “Whatsoever ye do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus.” [Colossians 3:17.] Place yourself under His control and then ask for His protecting power. He gave His life for you. Do not cause Him sorrow. Be guarded in all that you say and do. Christ wants you to be to other young men His representative, His delegated gospel medical missionary.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 20 (1905)
Ms 172, 1905
20LtMs, Ms 172, 1905, par. 11
God bless and strengthen every soul that is engaged in the work. Let every soul cleanse himself, for your influence upon the community is to be of a character to express unity and not diversity. The Word of God demands this of His church. “Whatsoever ye do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God and the Father by Him.” Colossians 3:17. “Whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God.” 1 Corinthians 10:31.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 20 (1905)
Lt 94, 1905
20LtMs, Lt 94, 1905, par. 12
The life and the teachings of Christ are intensely practical. They are fitted to deal with the actual duties of life. They enjoin patience in the performance of all necessary duties, whether agreeable or disagreeable. “Whatsoever ye do in word or in deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God and the Father by Him.” [Colossians 3:17.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 20 (1905)
Lt 113, 1905
20LtMs, Lt 113, 1905, par. 12
The life and the teachings of Christ are intensely practical. They deal with the actual duties of life. They enjoin patience in the performance of all necessary duties, whether they be agreeable or disagreeable. “Whatsoever ye do in word or in deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God and the Father by Him.” [Colossians 3:17.]Our High Calling
An Index to Character, October 13
OHC 292.3
The requirement of God is explicit on these points, and presents before you the obligations that rest upon you as children of God. The Word of God says, “Whatsoever ye do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God and the Father by him.” Colossians 3:17.22Letter 2, 1895.Selected Messages Book 1
Chapter 14—In Every Place
1SM 114.2
Those who are connected with the service of God must be purified from every thread of selfishness. All is to be done in accordance with the injunction, “Whatsoever ye do in word or deed, do all” (Colossians 3:17) “to the glory of God” (1 Corinthians 10:31). God’s laws of justice and equity must be strictly obeyed in the transactions between neighbor and neighbor, brother and brother. We are to seek for perfect order and perfect righteousness, after God’s own similitude. On these grounds alone will our works bear the test of the judgment....Sons and Daughters of God
We Do All in the Name of Jesus, June 18
SD 176.1
And whatsoever ye do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God and the Father by him. Colossians 3:17.That I May Know Him
Influence of Our Words, May 11
TMK 137.1
And whatsoever ye do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God and the Father by him. Colossians 3:17.This Day With God
Cheerfulness Glorifies God, November 19
TDG 332.1
And whatsoever ye do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God and the Father by him. Colossians 3:17.To Be Like Jesus
Reveal Love, Compassion, and Tenderness, July 23
BLJ 217.1
And whatever you do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him. Colossians 3:17, NKJV.