EGW WritingsMatthew 25

From Heaven With Love

Chapter 70—Christ Identifies With the Poor and Suffering

HLv 429.1

“When the Son of man shall come, ... then shall He sit upon the throne of His glory: and before Him shall be gathered all nations: and He shall separate them one from another.” Thus Christ pictured the scene of the great judgment day. When the nations are gathered before Him, there will be but two classes, and their eternal destiny will be determined by what they have done or have neglected to do for Him in the person of the poor and suffering.

HLv 429.2

In that day Christ does not present before men the great work He has done for them in giving His life; He presents the faithful work they have done for Him. “Come, ye blessed of My Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world: for I was an hungered, and ye gave Me meat: I was thirsty, and ye gave Me drink: I was a stranger, and ye took Me in: naked, and ye clothed Me: I was sick, and ye visited Me; I was in prison, and ye came unto Me.” But those whom Christ commends know not that they have been ministering to Him. To their perplexed inquiries He answers, “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these My brethren, ye have done it unto Me.”

HLv 429.3

In all who suffer for My name, said Jesus, you are to recognize Me. As you would minister to Me, so you are to minister to them. All who have been born into the heavenly family are in a special sense the brethren of our Lord. The love of Christ binds together the members of His family. “Everyone that loveth is born of God, and knoweth God.” 1 John 4:7.

HLv 430.1

Those whom Christ commends in the judgment may have known little of theology, but they have cherished His principles. Even among the heathen are those who have cherished the spirit of kindness. Before the words of life had fallen on their ears, they befriended missionaries, even at the peril of their own lives. Those who worship God ignorantly, those to whom the light is never brought by human instrumentality, will not perish. Though ignorant of the written law of God, they have done the things that the law required. Their works are evidence that the Holy Spirit has touched their hearts; and they are recognized as the children of God.

HLv 430.2

How surprised will be the lowly among the nations to hear from the lips of the Saviour, “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these My brethren, ye have done it unto Me”!

HLv 430.3

But not to any class is Christ’s love restricted. He is the Son of man, and thus a brother to every son and daughter of Adam. His followers are not to feel detached from the perishing world around them. They are a part of the great web of humanity, brothers to sinners as well as to saints. The fallen and the sinful, Christ’s love embraces; and every kindness done to uplift a fallen soul is accepted as done to Him.

HLv 430.4

Angels of heaven are sent forth to minister to those who shall be heirs of salvation. It is not yet made manifest who shall share the inheritance of the saints in light; but angels are passing throughout the earth seeking to comfort the sorrowing, protect the imperiled, and win men to Christ. Not one is passed by. God is no respecter of persons.

HLv 430.5

As you open your door to Christ’s needy, suffering ones, you are welcoming unseen angels. They bring a sacred atmosphere of joy and peace. Every deed of mercy makes music in heaven. The Father from His throne numbers unselfish workers among His most precious treasures.

HLv 430.6

Those on the left hand of Christ, those who had neglected Him in the person of the poor and suffering, were unconscious of their guilt. They had been self-absorbed, and cared not for others’ needs.

HLv 431.1

To the rich, God has given wealth that they may relieve His suffering children, but too often they are indifferent to the wants of others. They do not understand the temptations and struggles of the poor, and mercy dies out of their hearts. The means that God has given to bless the needy is spent in pampering pride and selfishness. The poor are robbed of the education they should have concerning the tender mercies of God, for He has made ample provision that they should be comforted with the necessities of life. They feel the poverty that narrows life, and are often tempted to become envious and full of evil surmisings.

HLv 431.2

But Christ sees it all, and He says, It was I who was hungry and thirsty. It was I who was a stranger. While you were feasting at your bountifully spread table, I was famishing in the hovel. While you were at ease in your luxurious home, I had nowhere to lay My head. While you pursued your pleasures, I languished in prison. When you doled out the pittance of bread to the starving poor, when you gave those flimsy garments to shield them from the biting frost, did you remember that you were giving them to the Lord of glory? All the days of your life I was near you in the person of these afflicted ones, but you did not seek Me. You would not enter into fellowship with Me. I know you not.

HLv 431.3

Many visit the scenes of Christ’s life on earth, to look on the lake beside which He loved to teach, and the hills and valleys on which His eyes rested. But we need not go to Nazareth or to Bethany in order to walk in the steps of Jesus. We shall find His footprints beside the sickbed, in hovels of poverty, in every place where there are human hearts in need of consolation.

HLv 431.4

All may find something to do. Millions of human souls bound in ignorance and sin have never so much as heard of Christ’s love for them. Christ’s rule of life, by which every one of us must stand or fall in the judgment, is, “Whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them.” Matthew 7:12.

HLv 432.1

The Saviour has given His life to establish a church capable of caring for tempted souls. Believers may be poor, uneducated, and unknown, yet in Christ they may do a work in the neighborhood and even in “the regions beyond” whose results shall be as far-reaching as eternity. Because this work is neglected, many young disciples never advance beyond the mere alphabet of Christian experience. The restless energy that is so often a source of danger might be directed into streams of blessing. Self would be forgotten in earnest work to do others good. Those who minister to others will not be longing for exciting amusements, or for some change in their lives. The great topic of interest will be how to save souls ready to perish.

HLv 432.2

To make us children of one family, the King of glory became one with us. “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. In the great judgment day, those who have not worked for Christ, who have drifted along thinking of themselves, will be placed by the Judge of the whole earth with those who did evil.

HLv 432.3

To every soul a trust is given. Of everyone the Chief Shepherd will demand, “Where is the flock that was given thee, thy beautiful flock?” Jeremiah 13:20.

Sons and Daughters of God

All Nations Are Gathered in Judgment, December 20

SD 361.1

And before him shall be gathered all nations: and he shall separate them one from another, as a shepherd divideth his sheep from the goats. Matthew 25:32.

The Story of Jesus

Chapter 31—A Day of Judgment

SJ 179.3

“Before Him shall be gathered all nations: and He shall separate them one from another, as a shepherd divideth his sheep from the goats.” Matthew 25:32.

Christ Triumphant

Some Will Choose Rebellion Rather Than Obedience, December 7

CTr 348.1

And before him shall be gathered all nations: and he shall separate them one from another, as a shepherd divideth his sheep from the goats: and he shall set the sheep on his right hand, but the goats on the left. Matthew 25:32, 33.

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 13 (1898)

Ms 10a, 1898

13LtMs, Ms 10a, 1898, par. 19

And you are taking sides. A reward is offered you if you are obedient—connected with God as His sons and daughters. On the other hand is presented the judgment scene. When the Son of man shall come in His glory and all the holy angels with Him, the judgment will sit, and the books will be opened, and everyone will be judged out of those things that are written in the books. “And before him shall be gathered all nations: and he shall separate them one from another, as a shepherd divideth his sheep from the goats: and he shall set the sheep on his right hand, but the goats on his left.” [Matthew 25:32, 33.] Have you no dread of being placed with the first great rebel?

Child Guidance

Chapter 83—The Rewards

CG 567.2

Heaven Is Worth Everything!—Heaven is worth everything to us. We must not run any risk in this matter. We must take no venture here. We must know that our steps are ordered by the Lord. May God help us in the great work of overcoming. He has crowns for those that overcome. He has white robes for the righteous. He has an eternal world of glory for those who seek for glory, honor, and immortality. Everyone who enters the City of God will enter it as a conqueror. He will not enter it as a condemned criminal, but as a son of God. And the welcome given to everyone who enters there will be, “Come, ye blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world.” Matthew 25:34.18Christian Temperance and Bible Hygiene, 149.

In Heavenly Places

“Come, Ye Blessed,” December 26

HP 367.2

Those who truly love God will desire so to improve the talents that He has given them, that they may be a blessing to others. And by and by the gates of heaven will be thrown wide open to admit them, and from the lips of the King of Glory the benediction will fall upon their ear like richest music, “Come, ye blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world” (Matthew 25:34). Thus the redeemed will be welcomed to the mansions that Jesus is preparing for them. There their companions will not be the vile of earth, but those who through divine aid have formed perfect characters. Every sinful tendency, every imperfection, has been removed by the blood of Christ; and the excellence and brightness of His glory, far exceeding the brightness of the sun in its meridian splendor, is imparted to them. And the moral beauty, the perfection of His character, shines through them in worth far exceeding this outward splendor. They are without fault before the great white throne, sharing the dignity and privileges of the angels.

In Heavenly Places

By the Tree of Life, December 28

HP 369.5

“Come, ye blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world” (Matthew 25:34). Do we want this benediction? I do, and I believe you do. May God help you that you may fight the battles of this life and gain a victory day by day and at last be among the number that shall cast their crowns at Jesus’ feet and touch the golden harps and fill all heaven with sweetest music. I want you to love my Jesus.... Do not reject my Saviour, for He has paid an infinite price for you. I see in Jesus matchless charms, and I want you to see these charms.43Manuscript 84, 1886.

Lift Him Up

The Heavens Declare the Glory of God, February 9

LHU 54.5

By and by the gates of heaven will be thrown open to admit God’s children, and from the lips of the King of glory the benediction will fall on their ears like richest music, “Come, ye blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world” (Matthew 25:34).

Manuscript Releases, vol. 9 [Nos. 664-770]

MR No. 764—Restoration of the Image of God

9MR 373.1

The character formed here must be after the likeness of Christ’s character, or we can never hear the welcome, “Come, ye blessed of My Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world” (Matthew 25:34).—Letter 95, 1901. (To F. E. Belden, July 23, 1901.)

Manuscript Releases, vol. 3 [Nos. 162-209]

The Ladder to Heaven

3MR 85.2

It is our privilege to gather rays of light and not to be content with present attainments, for the Lord has an abundance of light for us. Are we pressing on to know what the Lord would have us do? When Christ comes in power with His holy angels we shall want to be children of God and we shall want to hear Him say to us, “Come, ye blessed of My Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you.” Matthew 25:34. On the other hand there will be those who will cry for the mountains and rocks to fall upon them to hide them “from the face of Him that sitteth upon the throne, and from the wrath of the Lamb; for the great day of His wrath is come; and who shall be able to stand?” Revelation 6:16, 17.

Manuscript Releases, vol. 3 [Nos. 162-209]

MR No. 196—Material on Reaching the Wealthy

3MR 290.2

When Christ shall appear, then we all want to stand with the redeemed. The gates of the city will swing back on their glittering hinges, and the nations that have kept the truth will enter in. A crown will be placed on every head. The words will be spoken, “Come, ye blessed of My Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world.” Matthew 25:34. Whom is it prepared for? For the obedient—those who keep His commandments to do His will.

Manuscript Releases, vol. 12 [Nos. 921-999]

MR No. 973—Need for Unity Among Spiritual Shepherds

12MR 249.3

While Satan is rallying his army the saints are in the city beholding the beauty and glory of the paradise of God. Jesus was at their head leading them. All at once the lovely Jesus was gone from our company, but soon we heard His lovely voice saying, “Come, ye blessed of My Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world.” [Matthew 25:34.] We gathered about Jesus and just as He closed the gates of the city the curse from God was pronounced upon the wicked. The gates are shut. Then the saints use their wings and fly to the top of the wall of the city. Jesus is also with them. His crown looked brilliant and glorious. It was a crown within a crown, seven in number.

Maranatha

Eye Hath Not Seen, Nor Ear Heard, November 12

Mar 324.2

Those who truly love God will desire so to improve the talents that He has given them, that they may be a blessing to others. And by and by the gates of heaven will be thrown wide open to admit them, and from the lips of the King of Glory the benediction will fall upon their ear like richest music, “Come, ye blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world” (Matthew 25:34). Thus the redeemed will be welcomed to the mansions that Jesus is preparing for them. There their companions will not be the vile of earth, but those who through divine aid have formed perfect characters. Every sinful tendency, every imperfection, has been removed by the blood of Christ; and the excellence and brightness of His glory, far exceeding the brightness of the sun in its meridian splendor, is imparted to them. And the moral beauty, the perfection of His character, shines through them in worth far exceeding this outward splendor. They are without fault before the great white throne, sharing the dignity and privileges of the angels.

Maranatha

Look at Things Eternal, November 21

Mar 333.4

We may have a vision of the future, the blessedness of heaven. In the Bible are revealed visions of the future glory, scenes pictured by the hand of God, and these are dear to His church. By faith we may stand on the threshold of the eternal city, and hear the gracious welcome given to those who in this life co-operate with Christ, regarding it as an honor to suffer for His sake. As the words are spoken, “Come, ye blessed of my Father,” they cast their crowns at the feet of the Redeemer, exclaiming, “Worthy is the Lamb that was slain to receive power, and riches, and wisdom, and strength, and honour, and glory, and blessing.... Honour, and glory, and power, be unto him that sitteth upon the throne, and unto the Lamb for ever and ever.” Matthew 25:34; Revelation 5:12, 13.

Christian Temperance and Bible Hygiene

Chapter 18—Hope for the Tempted

CTBH 149.1

Heaven is worth everything to us. We must not run any risk in this matter. We must take no venture here. We must know that our steps are ordered by the Lord. May God help us in the great work of overcoming. He has crowns for those that overcome. He has white robes for the righteous. He has an eternal world of glory for those who seek for glory, honor, and immortality. Every one who enters the city of God will enter it as a conqueror. He will not enter it as a condemned criminal, but as a son of God. And the welcome given to every one who enters there will be, “Come, ye blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world.” [Matthew 25:34.]

Maranatha

Blessed Are They That Wash Their Robes, November 22

Mar 334.5

“Come, ye blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world” (Matthew 25:34). Do we want this benediction? I do, and I believe you do. May God help you that you may fight the battles of this life and gain a victory day by day and at last be among the number that shall cast their crowns at Jesus’ feet and touch the golden harps and fill all heaven with sweetest music. I want you to love my Jesus.... Do not reject my Saviour, for He has paid an infinite price for you. I see in Jesus matchless charms, and I want you to see these charms.47In Heavenly Places, 369.

Maranatha

Rewards and Punishments, November 30

Mar 342.1

Then shall the King say unto them on his right hand, Come, ye blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world. Matthew 25:34.

My Life Today

As Heirs, We Inherit the Kingdom, December 13

ML 351.1

Come, ye blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world. Matthew 25:34.

Our Father Cares

We Shall See His Face, May 31

OFC 163.5

Their minds were given to God in this world; they served Him with their heart and intellect, and now He can put His name in their foreheads. “And there shall no night there; ... for the Lord God giveth them light: and they shall reign for ever and ever” (Revelation 22:5). They do not go in as those that beg a place there, for Christ says to them, “Come, ye blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world” (Matthew 25:34). He takes them as His children, saying, Enter ye into the joy of your Lord. The crown of immortality is placed on the brow of the overcomers. They take their crowns and cast them at the feet of Jesus, and touching their golden harps, they fill all heaven with rich music in songs of praise to the Lamb. Then “they shall see his face; and his name shall be in their foreheads.” 31That I May Know Him, 364.

Our Father Cares

By the Tree of Life, June 30

OFC 193.5

“Come, ye blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world” (Matthew 25:34). Do we want this benediction? I do, and I believe you do. May God help you that you may fight the battles of this life and gain a victory day by day and at last be among the number that shall cast their crowns at Jesus’ feet and touch the golden harps and fill all heaven with sweetest music. I want you to love my Jesus.... Do not reject my Saviour, for He has paid an infinite price for you. I see in Jesus matchless charms, and I want you to see these charms.30In Heavenly Places, 369.

Our High Calling

Man More Precious Than Gold, February 2

OHC 39.2

Few appreciate the value of man, and the glory that would redound to God were he to cultivate and preserve purity, nobility, and integrity of character.... The short space of time allotted to men here is exceedingly valuable. Now, while probation lingers, God proposes to unite His strength with the weakness of finite man.... Those who truly love God will desire so to improve the talents that He has given them, that they may be a blessing to others. And by and by the gates of heaven will be thrown wide open to admit them, and from the lips of the King of glory the benediction will fall upon their ears like richest music, “Come, ye blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world.” Matthew 25:34.

Prayer

“Thy kingdom come.” Matthew 6:10.

Pr 293.4

The kingdom of God’s grace is now being established, as day by day hearts that have been full of sin and rebellion yield to the sovereignty of His love. But the full establishment of the kingdom of His glory will not take place until the second coming of Christ to this world. “The kingdom and dominion, and the greatness of the kingdom under the whole heaven,” is to be given to “the people of the saints of the Most High.” Daniel 7:27. They shall inherit the kingdom prepared for them “from the foundation of the world.” Matthew 25:34. And Christ will take to Himself His great power and will reign.

Sons and Daughters of God

We Inherit the Kingdom, December 23

SD 364.1

Come, ye blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world. Matthew 25:34.

Steps to Christ

Chapter 13—Rejoicing in the Lord

SC 125.3

And by and by the gates of heaven will be thrown open to admit God’s children, and from the lips of the King of glory the benediction will fall on their ears like richest music, “Come, ye blessed of My Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world.” Matthew 25:34.

Temperance

Chapter 3—The Will the Key to Success

Te 114.2

Crowns for All Who Overcome—Heaven is worth everything to us. We must not run any risk in this matter. We must take no venture here. We must know that our steps are ordered by the Lord. May God help us in the great work of overcoming. He has crowns for those that overcome. He has white robes for the righteous. He has an eternal world of glory for those who seek for glory, honor, and immortality. Everyone who enters the city of God will enter it as a conqueror. He will not enter it as a condemned criminal, but as a son of God. And the welcome given to everyone who enters there will be, “Come, ye blessed of My Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world.” Matthew 25:34.

Christ’s Object Lessons

Chapter 26—“Friends by the Mammon of Unrighteousness”

COL 374.3

Better than all the friendship of the world is the friendship of Christ’s redeemed. Better than a title to the noblest palace on earth is a title to the mansions our Lord has gone to prepare. And better than all the words of earthly praise will be the Saviour’s words to His faithful servants, “Come, ye blessed of My Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world.” Matthew 25:34.

That I May Know Him

We Shall See His Face, December 24

TMK 364.5

Their minds were given to God in this world; they served Him with their heart and intellect, and now He can put His name in their foreheads. “And there shall no night there; ... for the Lord God giveth them light: and they shall reign for ever and ever” (Revelation 22:5). They do not go in as those that beg a place there, for Christ says to them, “Come, ye blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world” (Matthew 25:34). He takes them as His children, saying, Enter ye into the joy of your Lord. The crown of immortality is placed on the brow of the overcomers. They take their crowns and cast them at the feet of Jesus, and touching their golden harps, they fill all heaven with rich music in songs of praise to the Lamb. Then “they shall see his face; and his name shall be in their foreheads.” 30The Youth’s Instructor, August 20, 1896.

The Acts of the Apostles

Chapter 3—The Great Commission

AA 34.1

Thus will be fulfilled Christ’s promise to His disciples, “I will come again, and receive you unto Myself.” John 14:3. Those who have loved Him and waited for Him, He will crown with glory and honor and immortality. The righteous dead will come forth from their graves, and those who are alive will be caught up with them to meet the Lord in the air. They will hear the voice of Jesus, sweeter than any music that ever fell on mortal ear, saying to them, Your warfare is accomplished. “Come, ye blessed of My Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world.” Matthew 25:34.

The Acts of the Apostles

Chapter 58—The Church Triumphant

AA 601.3

We may have a vision of the future, the blessedness of heaven. In the Bible are revealed visions of the future glory, scenes pictured by the hand of God, and these are dear to His church. By faith we may stand on the threshold of the eternal city, and hear the gracious welcome given to those who in this life co-operate with Christ, regarding it as an honor to suffer for His sake. As the words are spoken, “Come, ye blessed of My Father,” they cast their crowns at the feet of the Redeemer, exclaiming, “Worthy is the Lamb that was slain to receive power, and riches, and wisdom, and strength, and honor, and glory, and blessing. ... Honor, and glory, and power, be unto Him that sitteth upon the throne, and unto the Lamb for ever and ever.” Matthew 25:34; Revelation 5:12, 13.

Thoughts From the Mount of Blessing

“Thy kingdom come.”—Matthew 6:10.

MB 108.1

The kingdom of God’s grace is now being established, as day by day hearts that have been full of sin and rebellion yield to the sovereignty of His love. But the full establishment of the kingdom of His glory will not take place until the second coming of Christ to this world. “The kingdom and dominion, and the greatness of the kingdom under the whole heaven,” is to be given to “the people of the saints of the Most High.” Daniel 7:27. They shall inherit the kingdom prepared for them “from the foundation of the world.” Matthew 25:34. And Christ will take to Himself His great power and will reign.

Ye Shall Receive Power

More Charity, October 29

YRP 311.3

Every neglect of God’s suffering ones is written in the books of heaven as if shown to Christ Himself. Let every member of the church closely examine his heart, and investigate his course of action, to see if these are in harmony with the Spirit and work of Jesus; for if not, what can he say when he stands before the Judge of all the earth? Can the Lord say to him, “Come, ye blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world”? (Matthew 25:34)?

Sermons and Talks, vol. 1

Preparation for the Judgment (Sermon by Mrs. E. G. White June 27, 1886, Orebro, Sweden.)

1SAT 38.1

And now I present before you the cross of Calvary. If you will come to that cross in penitence, in faith, in obedience to God’s commandments, you will come in the only appointed way. If you lose heaven, you lose everything. If I can only see the King in His beauty, it is all I desire. Let me listen to the sweet music of His voice, saying “Come, ye blessed of My Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world” [Matthew 25:34]. Who of you in this congregation shall we meet there? We want to see you crowned in the city of God. We want to see when the judgment shall sit and the books be opened, that you can stand with the glory of God shining in your countenance. If we can only have that life in the city of God we shall be eternally blessed.

Testimony Treasures, vol. 3

Meeting Around the Cross

3TT 404.4

When the cases of all come in review before God, the question, What did they profess? will not be asked, but, What have they done? Have they been doers of the word? Have they lived for themselves, or have they been exercised in works of benevolence, in deeds of kindness and love, preferring others before themselves, and denying themselves that they might bless others? If the record shows that this has been their life, that their characters have been marked with tenderness, self-denial, and benevolence, they will receive the blessed assurance and benediction from Christ, “Well done.” “Come, ye blessed of My Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world.” Matthew 25:34. Christ has been grieved and wounded by your marked selfish love and your indifference to the woes and needs of others.—1875, Testimonies for the Church 3:525.

From Trials to Triumph

Christ’s Second Coming—the Hope of the Church

TT 20.1

Thus will be fulfilled Christ’s promise: “I will come again, and receive you unto Myself.” John 14:3. The righteous dead will come from their graves, and those who are alive will be caught up with them, “to meet the Lord in the air” (1 Thessalonians 4:17). They will hear the voice of Jesus, sweeter than music, saying, “Come, ye blessed of My Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world.” Matthew 25:34.

God’s Amazing Grace

Looking Into Eternity, December 7

AG 349.4

We may have a vision of the future, the blessedness of heaven. In the Bible are revealed visions of the future glory, scenes pictured by the hand of God, and these are dear to His church. By faith we may stand on the threshold of the eternal city, and hear the gracious welcome given to those who in this life cooperate with Christ, regarding it as an honor to suffer for His sake. As the words are spoken, “Come ye blessed of my Father,” they cast their crowns at the feet of the Redeemer, exclaiming. “Worthy is the Lamb that was slain to receive power, and riches, and wisdom, and strength, and honour, and glory, and blessing.... Honour, and glory, and power, be unto him that sitteth upon the throne, and unto the Lamb for ever and ever” (Matthew 25:34; Revelation 5:12, 13).

From Trials to Triumph

Nothing Can Stop the Triumph of Truth

TT 313.5

We may have a vision of the future, the blessedness of heaven. By faith we may stand on the threshold of the eternal city and hear the gracious welcome given those who in this life cooperate with Christ. As the words are spoken, “Come, ye blessed of My Father,” they cast their crowns at the feet of the Redeemer, exclaiming, “Worthy is the Lamb that was slain to receive power, and riches, and wisdom, and strength, and honor, and glory, and blessing!” Matthew 25:34; Revelation 5:12.

From Here to Forever

Into the Holy City

HF 391.1

Before the ransomed throng is the Holy City. Jesus opens the gates, and the nations that have kept the truth enter in. Then His voice is heard, “Come, ye blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world.” Matthew 25:34. Christ presents to the Father the purchase of His blood, declaring: “Here am I, and the children whom thou hast given me.” “Those that thou gavest me I have kept.” Hebrews 2:13; John 17:12. Oh, the rapture of that hour when the infinite Father, looking upon the ransomed, shall behold His image, sin’s blight removed, and the human once more in harmony with the divine!

The Great Hope (Condensed)

Into the Holy City

GrH_c 47.3

Before the ransomed throng is the Holy City. Jesus opens the gates, and the nations that have kept the truth enter in. Then His voice is heard, “Come, ye blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world.” Matthew 25:34. Christ presents to the Father the purchase of His blood, declaring: “Here am I, and the children whom thou hast given me.” “Those that thou gavest me I have kept.” Hebrews 2:13; John 17:12. Oh, the rapture of that hour when the infinite Father, looking upon the ransomed, shall behold His image, sin’s blight removed, and the human once more in harmony with the divine!

Homeward Bound

Crowns and Robes, April 27

HB 136.3

Heaven is worth everything to us. We must not run any risk in this matter. We must take no venture here. We must know that our steps are ordered by the Lord. May God help us in the great work of overcoming. He has crowns for those that overcome. He has white robes for the righteous. He has an eternal world of glory for those who seek for glory, honor, and immortality. All who enter the city of God will enter it as conquerors. They will not enter it as condemned criminals, but as sons and daughters of God. And the welcome given to everyone who enters there will be, “Come, ye blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world.” (Matthew 25:34.)

Homeward Bound

Victory in the Great Controversy, November 30

HB 363.4

And by and by the gates of heaven will be thrown open to admit God’s children, and from the lips of the King of glory the benediction will fall on their ears like richest music, “Come, ye blessed of My Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world.” (Matthew 25:34.)

Homeward Bound

Visions of Glory, December 29

HB 394.4

We may have a vision of the future, the blessedness of heaven. In the Bible are revealed visions of the future glory, scenes pictured by the hand of God, and these are dear to His church. By faith we may stand on the threshold of the eternal city, and hear the gracious welcome given to those who in this life cooperate with Christ, regarding it as an honor to suffer for His sake. As the words are spoken, “Come, ye blessed of My Father,” they cast their crowns at the feet of the Redeemer, exclaiming, “Worthy is the Lamb that was slain to receive power, and riches, and wisdom, and strength, and honor, and glory, and blessing. . . . Honor, and glory, and power, be unto Him that sitteth upon the throne, and unto the Lamb for ever and ever.” (Matthew 25:34; Revelation 5:12, 13.)

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 4 (1883 - 1886)

Ms 84, 1886

4LtMs, Ms 84, 1886, par. 30

“Come, ye blessed of My Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world.” [Matthew 25:34.] Do we want this benediction? I do, and I believe you do. May God help you that you may fight the battles of this life and gain a victory day by day and at last be among the number that shall cast their crowns at Jesus’ feet and touch the golden harps and fill all heaven with sweetest music. I want you to love my Jesus. Give that to Jesus which He has bought with His own blood. Do not reject my Saviour, for He has paid an infinite price for you. I see in Jesus matchless charms, and I want you to see these charms. May God bless this congregation, is my prayer.

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 4 (1883 - 1886)

Ms 80, 1886

4LtMs, Ms 80, 1886, par. 28

We want to be prepared to meet these dear friends as they come forth in the resurrection morning. Can any of us bear the thought that we should refuse the mercy of Him who has paid such an infinite price for us? Shall we turn from Jesus to the beggary elements of this world? or shall we lay hold upon the hope set before us in the Gospel that we shall be like Him, for we shall see Him as He is? And we shall listen to His voice, sweeter than any music, saying, “Come, ye blessed of My Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world.” [Matthew 25:34.] We want these words spoken to us. We want a part with the blessed. We want to be with that company around the throne of God, Christ’s righteousness imputed to us.

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 4 (1883 - 1886)

Ms 6a, 1886

4LtMs, Ms 6a, 1886, par. 37

And now I present before you the cross of Calvary. If you will come to that cross in penitence, in faith, in obedience to God’s commandments, you will come in the only appointed way. If you lose heaven, you lose everything. If I can only see the King in His beauty, it is all I desire. Let me listen to the sweet music of His voice, saying, “Come, ye blessed of My Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world.” [Matthew 25:34.] Who of you in this congregation shall we meet there? We want to see you crowned in the city of God. We want to see when the judgment shall sit and the books be opened, that you can stand with the glory of God shining in your countenance. If we can only have that life in the city of God, we shall be eternally blessed.

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 4 (1883 - 1886)

Ms 35, 1885

4LtMs, Ms 35, 1885, par. 17

The end of all things is at hand; are we ready to meet Christ when He shall appear? Will He say to us, “Come ye blessed of My Father, enter into the city”? [Matthew 25:34; Revelation 22:14.] When we see the great reward that is in store for the faithful, how our hearts should reach out after others, that they may receive the light. You know not how many hearts are really thirsting for the waters of life, but here is the Bible to open before them. Will you do it? Will you act like men and women that expect the Lord to come? Will you have living faith and pray as never before? Will you wrestle with God as Jacob wrestled with Him? “I will not let You go except Thou bless me.” [Genesis 32:26.] And when His blessing rests upon you, you will be anxious to have others receive it.

God’s Amazing Grace

“Homeward Bound!” December 12

AG 354.1

Then shall the King say unto them on his right hand, Come, ye blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world. Matthew 25:34.

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 7 (1891-1892)

Ms 6, 1891

7LtMs, Ms 6, 1891, par. 13

If a red man, a Chinese, or an African gives his heart to God in obedience and faith, Jesus loves him none the less for his color. He calls him His well-beloved brother. The day is coming when the kings and the lordly men of the earth would be glad to exchange places with the humble African who has laid hold on the hope of the gospel. To all who are overcomers through the blood of the Lamb, the invitation will be given, “Come, ye blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world.” [Matthew 25:34.] Arranged on the right and left of the throne of God are the long columns of the heavenly host, who touch the golden harps, and songs of welcome and praise to God and the Lamb ring through the heavenly courts. “He that hath an ear to hear, let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches. To him that overcometh will I give to eat of the tree of life, which is in the midst of the Paradise of God.” [Revelation 2:7.]

God’s Amazing Grace

Victory Over Death, December 15

AG 357.5

Before the ransomed throng is the Holy City. Jesus opens wide the pearly gates, and the nations that have kept the truth enter in.... Then that voice, richer than any music that ever fell on mortal ear, is heard, saying: “Your conflict is ended.” “Come, ye blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world” (Matthew 25:34).

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 11 (1896)

Ms 11, 1896

11LtMs, Ms 11, 1896, par. 19

“And they shall see his face, and his name shall be in their foreheads.” [Revelation 22:4.] Their minds were given to God in this world, they served Him with their intellect and with their heart, and now He can put His name in their foreheads. “And there shall be no night there; and they need no candle, neither light of the sun; for the Lord God giveth them light; and they shall reign for ever and ever.” [Verse 5.] They do not go in as those that beg a place there. Christ says to them, “Come, ye blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the earth.” [Matthew 25:34.] He takes them in as His children, saying, Enter ye into the joy of your Lord. The crown of immortality is placed on the brow of the overcomers. They take their crowns and cast them at the feet of Jesus, and touching their golden harps, they fill all heaven with rich music in songs of praise to the Lamb. Then they “shall see his face,” “and his name shall be in their foreheads.”

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 13 (1898)

Lt 136a, 1898

13LtMs, Lt 136a, 1898, par. 20

Obedience to the whole will of God places us by faith under the protection of Jehovah. Trust ye in the Lord forever, for in the Lord Jehovah is everlasting strength. There must be an entire surrender of the whole will to God, saying, O Lord, I am thine; I am not my own. I am bought with a price. All our possessions, though they be as dear to us as was Isaac to the heart of Abraham, are to be laid upon the altar. This may test that man sorely, but there must be no Isaacs too precious to sacrifice for God. We would not hear the words, “Ye are of your father, the Devil.” [John 8:44.] No; we want to hear the voice of sweetest music saying, “Come, ye blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world.” [Matthew 25:34.]

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 16 (1901)

Ms 27, 1901

16LtMs, Ms 27, 1901, par. 19

I want you to realize that Christ is a personal Saviour. Show to the world what He can do even through the weakest of human beings. Work out before the world the principles of righteousness. Obey the commandments. Demonstrate the power of truth. This is the most powerful witness you can bear in favor of the truth. But you are not to do this in your own strength. You are to work in the strength and grace that God gives. Thus you can walk in His footsteps. Cling to the mighty Redeemer, who is also your Elder Brother. God desires us to seek earnestly for a place among the number who will stand around His throne. To every sincere follower, white or black, He will say, “Come, ye blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world.” [Matthew 25:34.] Whatever you may be called upon to suffer, remember that Christ has said, “I will come again, and receive you unto myself, that where I am, there ye may be also.” [John 14:3.] Have faith in God, and day by day He will give you the victory.

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 17 (1902)

Lt 72, 1902

17LtMs, Lt 72, 1902, par. 11

Christ, the Master of the household, has gone to prepare for us mansions in the heavenly city. We are waiting for His return. Let us honor Him in His absence by doing with faithfulness the work He has placed in our hands. Waiting, watching, working, we are to prepare for His return. If we are faithful, if we serve Him with full purpose of heart, He will receive us with the gracious words, “Come, ye blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world.” [Matthew 25:34.] He will receive us with honor. To us will be given a crown of glory that fadeth not away; and a new name, “which no man knoweth saving he that receiveth it.” Those who follow Christ here will one day “follow the Lamb whithersoever he goeth.” [Revelation 2:17; 14:4.]

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 19 (1904)

Ms 8, 1904

19LtMs, Ms 8, 1904, par. 57

There is a heaven for us to win, and there is a great “miserableness” for us to shun. None of us desire to be sick. None of us desire that this wonderful mechanism, the body, shall lie inactive, useless. We do not want to injure or ruin any part of this delicate mechanism. We have none too much brainpower, at the best; and that which we have, we want to keep in the best possible condition, in order that we may plan with the Master, and He with us, to help our fellow human beings in suffering. We want to see the sick among us healed by the power of God. He co-operates with man in every reformation made. Let us take hold with Him. Climb, climb for your souls’ sake, climb the ladder of progress. First ascend the lower rounds, and then climb, climb, climb; for the topmost round rests upon the threshold of heaven. Angels of God are ascending and descending that ladder of shining brightness. You can ascend round by round, round by round, and finally step off into the kingdom of glory. Keep progressing upward, ever ascending higher and still higher. God will put it into your mind to do His will. He will give you strength and courage and hope and faith. You can reach the golden city; and when at last the gates are opened and the redeemed are welcomed in, you will see the King in His beauty, and He will greet you with the words, “Come ye blessed of My Father; inherit the kingdom that was prepared for you from the foundation of the world.” [Matthew 25:34.]

God’s Amazing Grace

Home at Last! December 17

AG 359.3

And by and by the gates of heaven will be thrown open to admit God’s children, and from the lips of the King of glory the benediction will fall on their ears like richest music—“Come, ye blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world” (Matthew 25:34). Then the redeemed will be welcomed to the home that Jesus is preparing for them.27Steps to Christ, 125, 126.

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 19 (1904)

Lt 363, 1904

19LtMs, Lt 363, 1904, par. 6

Far different are the words spoken to God’s faithful ones. “Come ye blessed of My Father,” Christ says, “inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world.” [Matthew 25:34.] Then from the host of the redeemed there rises the triumphant chorus, “O death, where is thy sting? O grave, where is thy victory.” [1 Corinthians 15:55.]

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 21 (1906)

Ms 140, 1906

21LtMs, Ms 140, 1906, par. 14

We want to meet every one of you in the heavenly courts. We want to see this large company that shall enter in through the gates into the city and shall have a right unto the tree of life. Why? Because they have kept all the commandments. They have kept the law of God; they have kept His Sabbath, which is the day that He has enjoined upon all them that believe, and that have kept all His commandments. We are to enter right into the spirit of heaven. “Come, ye blessed of My Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world.” [Matthew 25:34.] That kingdom we want. “In whom also ye are circumcised with circumcision made without hands—circumcision of Christ Jesus.” [Colossians 2:11.] His Spirit has taken possession of mind and eyes and heart and soul and strength. What a world we should have, if this were only carried out!

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 21 (1906)

Ms 139, 1906

21LtMs, Ms 139, 1906, par. 32

Now a little point. As the saints in the kingdom of God are accepted in the beloved, they hear: “Come, ye blessed of My Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world.” [Matthew 25:34.] And then the golden harps are touched, and the music flows all through the heavenly host, and they fall down and worship the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. And then what? What next did I see? One meets another; and they say, as they fall right upon their necks with their faces shining with the glory of God, “It was you, it was you that brought the truth to me, and I would not hear it at first, but, O I am so glad.” Now that will be acted all through the heavenly courts, thanksgiving and praise to God for those that have been the means of winning others to the truth, that they should come and have an interest for them, and then they are united among the saved. O what a meeting! what a meeting!

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 23 (1908)

Ms 113, 1908

23LtMs, Ms 113, 1908, par. 31

When Christ shall appear, then we all want to stand with the redeemed. The gates of the city will swing back on their glittering hinges, and the nations that have kept the truth will enter in. A crown will be placed on every head. The words will be spoken, “Come, ye blessed of My Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world.” [Matthew 25:34.] Whom is it prepared for?—For the obedient, those who keep His commandments and do His will.

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 24 (1909)

Ms 15, 1909

24LtMs, Ms 15, 1909, par. 49

In conclusion, I would say to every one: If you give your heart to God, if in humility you take up your appointed work, and remain faithful, at last you will hear the words, “Come, ye blessed of My Father, enter ye into the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world.” [See Matthew 25:34.] Is not this sufficient reward? In that happy world there will be no more temptation, no more sorrows. In your earthly life you have labored together with God; you have so lived that your righteousness has gone before you, and the glory of the Lord has been your rearward.

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 25 (1910 - 1915)

Ms 67, 1910

25LtMs, Ms 67, 1910, par. 28

Will men repent and be converted? Will they be induced to humble themselves? Will the presidents of our conferences closely examine their own lives in the light of the Word? I have a message to bear: Let every minister of the gospel humble himself and work, if need be, for the conversion of souls as Christ worked to make it possible for sinners to be renewed and transformed in character. And do you—anyone—flatter yourself that unconverted, unrenewed, unsanctified, you will have the welcome, “Come, ye blessed of My Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you” [Matthew 25:34] from the reception of the character of the meek and lowly Jesus? When I see ministers exalting themselves, I am ashamed of the contrast exhibited by their self-exalted position and the example given in the teachings and the life of Christ Jesus. I do not expect my life will be protracted long.

Jesus, Name Above All Names

Jehovah Immanuel, September 30

JNN 288.2

The kingdom of God’s grace is now being established, as day by day hearts that have been full of sin and rebellion yield to the sovereignty of His love. But the full establishment of the kingdom of His glory will not take place until the Second Coming of Christ to this world. “The kingdom and dominion, and the greatness of the kingdom under the whole heaven,” is to be given to “the people of the saints of the Most High” (Daniel 7:27). They shall inherit the kingdom prepared for them “from the foundation of the world” (Matthew 25:34). And Christ will take to Himself His great power and will reign.

Heaven

Chapter 3—The Second Coming Promised Throughout History

Hvn 22.3

The kingdom of God’s grace is now being established, as day by day hearts that have been full of sin and rebellion yield to the sovereignty of His love. But the full establishment of the kingdom of His glory will not take place until the second coming of Christ to this world. “The kingdom and dominion, and the greatness of the kingdom under the whole heaven,” is to be given to “the people of the saints of the Most High.” Daniel 7:27. They shall inherit the kingdom prepared for them “from the foundation of the world.” Matthew 25:34. And Christ will take to Himself His great power and will reign.

Heaven

Chapter 18—Heaven Can Begin Now

Hvn 167.2

Kingdom of Grace Being Established—The kingdom of God’s grace is now being established, as day by day hearts that have been full of sin and rebellion yield to the sovereignty of His love. But the full establishment of the kingdom of His glory will not take place until the second coming of Christ to this world. “The kingdom and dominion, and the greatness of the kingdom under the whole heaven,” is to be given to “the people of the saints of the Most High.” Daniel 7:27. They shall inherit the kingdom prepared for them “from the foundation of the world.” Matthew 25:34. And Christ will take to Himself His great power and will reign.—Thoughts From the Mount of Blessing, 108.

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 9 (1894)

Ms 43, 1894

9LtMs, Ms 43, 1894, par. 24

But those that do this, that are giving themselves to Jesus, why then, you can hear that voice that shall pronounce the benediction, “Come ye blessed of my Father; enter the kingdom that was prepared for you from the foundation of the world.” [Matthew 25:34.] There you see, that is election. Yes, it is election. It was prepared for every soul that would be obedient to God and that would work in Christ’s lines, because when they obtain the treasure of heavenly reward, they enter into the joy of their Lord, because their joy was full of Christ’s joy which was to win souls to the Saviour.

9LtMs, Ms 43, 1894, par. 28

We could never have any influence in our world if it were not for Christ. We never should have any light [lack?] for anything to place on our tables if Christ had not provided it for us by giving the sacrifice of Himself. Then everything is borrowed capital, and had we not better use it for the glory of God, and send our treasure beforehand to heaven? Had we better not look after the needy, and in that great day when there are two classes on the right hand and on the left, and He says of one, “I was hungry, and ye fed me; I was thirsty, and ye gave me drink; I was naked, and ye clothed me: I was sick and in prison, and ye visited me.” And they answer, Lord, when saw we thee thus? They have no knowledge of doing anything only that which was a pleasure for them to do, and they say, When saw we thee thus? Says He, “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me.” [Matthew 25:35-40.] Thus you will see that Christ identifies His interests with suffering humanity. Any slight, any disrespect, any neglect of Christ’s position, His inheritance, any neglect on this part, is the neglect of Jesus Christ in the purchase of His blood.

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 19 (1904)

Ms 156, 1904

19LtMs, Ms 156, 1904, par. 66

God help us to make our work for eternal life, and to expunge the selfishness from our soul and heart and mind, and then all heaven looks upon us, all heaven will bless us, and at last it will be said, “Come ye blessed of My Father, inherit the kingdom that is prepared for you from the foundation of the world.” The answer comes, When saw we thee thus, Lord? “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto the least of these, my brethren, ye have done it unto me.” [Matthew 25:34, 37-40.]

That I May Know Him

Sweet Music in Heaven, November 25

TMK 335.1

Verily I say unto you, Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me. Matthew 25:40.

TMK 335.2

Christ says to His redeemed people, “Come, ye blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world: for I was an hungred, and ye gave me meat: I was thirsty, and ye gave me drink: I was a stranger, and ye took me in: naked, and ye clothed me: I was sick, and ye visited me: I was in prison, and ye came unto me” (Matthew 25:34-36)....

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 5 (1887-1888)

Lt 30, 1887

5LtMs, Lt 30, 1887, par. 25

In the day of judgment Christ says to those on His right hand, “I was an hungered, and ye gave Me meat; I was thirsty, and ye gave Me drink; I was a stranger, and ye took Me in; naked, and ye clothed Me; I was sick, and ye visited Me; I was in prison, and ye came unto Me. ... Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these My brethren, ye have done it unto Me.” “Come ye blessed of My Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world.” [Matthew 25:35, 36, 40, 34.]

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 7 (1891-1892)

Ms 26a, 1892

7LtMs, Ms 26a, 1892, par. 21

Let no one say that your works have nothing to do with your rank and position before God. In the judgment the sentence pronounced is <in> accordance to what has been done, or to what has been left undone. “Then shall the king say unto them on his right hand, Come, ye blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world, For I was hungry and ye gave me meat: I was thirsty, and ye gave me drink, I was a stranger, and ye took me in, naked, and ye clothed me: I was sick, and ye visited me: I was in prison, and ye came unto me ... Verily I say unto you, inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren ye have done it unto me.” [Matthew 25:34-36, 40.]

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 9 (1894)

Lt 33, 1894

9LtMs, Lt 33, 1894, par. 3

My dear Sister Lucinda, do not put yourself into servile labor in order to save a little expense to the Sanitarium, and do not allow Ellenor, who is a willing servant, to be depreciated and oppressed in the least by anyone if you can prevent it. If Manthas and Ellenor continue to walk humbly with God, they will be precious in His sight, and when the warfare is accomplished, will hear from the lips of Jesus the invitation, “Come ye blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world: for I was an hungered, and ye gave me meat: I was thirsty, and ye gave me drink: I was a stranger, and ye took me in: naked, and ye clothed me: I was sick, and ye visited me: I was in prison, and ye came unto me. ... Verily I say unto you, Inasmuch as ye have done it to one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me!” [Matthew 25:34-36, 40.] The good and faithful servants are pronounced blessed.

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 11 (1896)

Ms 58, 1896

11LtMs, Ms 58, 1896, par. 2

To those upon the right hand will be said, “Come, ye blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world; for I was an hungered, and ye gave me meat: I was thirsty, and ye gave me drink: I was a stranger, and ye took me in: naked, and ye clothed me: I was sick, and ye visited me: I was in prison, and ye came unto me.” [Matthew 25:34-36.]

11LtMs, Ms 58, 1896, par. 3

But those whom Christ commends are unconscious of the good deeds they have performed. They know not that they have been ministering to Christ; and to their perplexed inquiries, Jesus answers, “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me.” [Verse 40.]

11LtMs, Ms 58, 1896, par. 11

How surprised and gladdened will be the lowly among the nations and among the heathen to hear from the lips of the Saviour, “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me.” [Matthew 25:40.] How glad will be the heart of Infinite Love as His followers look up with surprise and joy at His words of approval.

Selected Messages Book 1

Chapter 60—Relation of Faith and Works

1SM 381.4

Let no one say that your works have nothing to do with your rank and position before God. In the judgment the sentence pronounced is according to what has been done or to what has been left undone (Matthew 25:34-40).

A New Life (Revival and Beyond)

Present a Balanced Message

NL 39.2

Let no one say that your works have nothing to do with your rank and position before God. In the judgment the sentence pronounced is according to what has been done or to what has been left undone (Matthew 25:34-40).

Notebook Leaflets from the Elmshaven Library, vol. 1

From First to Last, A Laborer Together With God

1NL 66.1

Let no one say that your works have nothing to do with your rank and position before God. In the judgment the sentence pronounced is according to what has been done or to what has been left undone. (Matthew 25:34-40.)

True Revival

Present a Balanced Message

TR 46.4

Let no one say that your works have nothing to do with your rank and position before God. In the judgment the sentence pronounced is according to what has been done or to what has been left undone (Matthew 25:34-40).

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 19 (1904)

Ms 159, 1904

19LtMs, Ms 159, 1904, par. 10

Then again He says to those that are on the right hand, I was hungry and ye fed Me, thirsty and ye gave Me drink, sick and in prison and ye came unto Me. Then they ask, When saw we Thee thus, Lord? He answers, Inasmuch as ye have done these merciful things to any that you saw in these positions you have done it unto Me. [Matthew 25:34-40.]

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 1 (1844 - 1868)

Ms 15, 1868

1LtMs, Ms 15, 1868, par. 4

At home. Rested well through the night. We engaged in our season of prayer together for the blessing of God to attend us in our labors. Took breakfast, then united with the family in our devotions. Attended meeting. Found quite a number gathered together. Mr. Berridge and his brother-in-law were present. My husband spoke on these words: “Then shall the king say unto them on his right hand, Come, ye blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundations of the world; for I was an hungered, and ye gave me meat,” etc. [Matthew 25:34, 35.] He made close application of the subject. I followed and felt an earnestness of spirit. The subject was a great and an important one and neglected everywhere. Oh, may God arouse His people to know and to do their duty! There have been some sad neglects in the church here. Humble confessions were made. The dear children bore their testimony with many tears. Brother Strong tarried with us overnight.

1LtMs, Ms 15, 1868, par. 26

Attended meeting. My husband spoke in the forenoon upon the tenth of Revelation—the angel with the little book open swearing that time shall be no longer. [Revelation 10:2-6.] It was an interesting subject. I spoke in the afternoon upon brotherly love,—“I was an hungered and ye gave me no meat, thirsty,” etc. [Matthew 25:42.] I was quite free. After meeting closed we went two miles to the water and baptized eight. Brother Kellogg spoke in the evening upon the health question. I was too weary to go out. We feel an interest for the people.

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 5 (1887-1888)

Ms 18, 1887

5LtMs, Ms 18, 1887, par. 25

I want you to be saved. I want you to see Christ in His beauty. I want you to dwell with Him through the ceaseless ages of eternity. But if you have heaven at last, you must be overcomers here, free from every perverted appetite. You must fight the battle against every hurtful lust. Every one who enters the city of God will enter it as a conqueror. He will not enter it as a condemned criminal, but as a son of God. And the welcome will be to every one who shall enter the gates of the city of God, “Come, ye blessed of My Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world.” [Matthew 25:34.]

5LtMs, Ms 18, 1887, par. 26

The reward of those on the right hand and on the left has been decided by what they have done. To those on the right hand He says, “For I was an hungred, and ye gave Me meat: I was thirsty, and ye gave Me drink: I was a stranger, and ye took Me in: naked, and ye clothed Me: I was sick, and ye visited Me: I was in prison, and ye came unto Me.” But the query rises, “When saw we Thee thus, Lord?” They had the spirit and the love of Christ in their hearts. They had done this work willingly and gladly, because Christ was abiding in them. He answered, “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these My brethren, ye have done it unto Me.” [Verses 35-40.] But to them on His left hand, He says, “I was an hungred, and ye gave Me no meat: I was thirsty, and ye gave Me no drink: I was a stranger, and ye took Me not in: naked, and ye clothed Me not: sick, and in prison, and ye visited Me not.” And the question again is asked, “Lord, when saw we Thee thus?” And He answers, “Inasmuch as ye did it not to one of the least of these, ye did it not to Me.” [Verses 42-45.]

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 17 (1902)

Lt 53, 1902

17LtMs, Lt 53, 1902, par. 6

May the Lord help you to remember the words, “Inasmuch as ye did it not to one of the least of these, ye did it not to me.” [Matthew 25:45.] May He help you so to work that He can say to you, “Come, ye blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world: for I was an hungered, and ye gave me meat; I was thirsty, and ye gave me drink. I was a stranger, and ye took me in; naked, and ye clothed me; I was sick, and ye visited me; I was in prison, and ye came unto me. ... Verily I say unto you, Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me.” [Verses 34-36, 40.]

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 9 (1894)

Ms 20, 1894

9LtMs, Ms 20, 1894, par. 31

There is a time coming when the Judgment shall set and the books shall be opened and we shall be set, some on the right hand and some on the left, and to those on the right hand, Christ will say, “Come, ye blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world: for I was an hungered and ye gave me meat: I was thirsty and ye gave me drink: I was a stranger and ye took me in: naked, and ye clothed me: I was sick and ye visited me: I was in prison and ye came unto me.” [Matthew 25:34-36.] They were so imbued with the Spirit of God: they were so filled with the love that dwelt in the bosom of Jesus Christ for His brethren that they did what He would do.

9LtMs, Ms 20, 1894, par. 32

Christ had given them the love of the Father and it was springing up in them unto everlasting life. They were representatives of Jesus Christ and He says, “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me.” [Verse 40.] Thus you see God places Himself on the same level as the sufferer for whom He died.

9LtMs, Ms 20, 1894, par. 33

If our life is hid with Christ in God, then “when Christ who is our life, shall appear, then shall we also appear with him in glory.” [Colossians 3:4.] But He says to them on the left hand, “Depart from me, ye cursed, into everlasting fire, prepared for the devil and his angels: For I was an hungered, and ye gave me no meat: I was thirsty and ye gave me no drink: I was a stranger and ye took me not in: naked and ye clothed me not: sick and in prison, and ye visited me not.” “Then shall they also answer him saying, When saw we thee an hungered, or a stranger, or athirst, or naked, or sick, or in prison, and did not minister unto thee? Then shall he answer them, saying, Verily I say unto you, Inasmuch as ye did it not to one of the least of these my brethren, ye did it not to me.” [Matthew 25:41-45.]

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 14 (1899)

Ms 99, 1899

14LtMs, Ms 99, 1899, par. 14

God declares that in the last day there will be only two parties, one on the right hand and one on the left. To those on the left hand He says, “I was an hungered, and ye gave me no meat; I was thirsty, and ye gave me no drink: I was a stranger, and ye took me not in; naked, and ye clothed me not; sick, and in prison, and ye visited me not.” [Matthew 25:42, 43.] They have no part with Him, for they know nothing about Him. They could not enjoy life in His kingdom, and He says to them, “Depart from me.” [Verse 41.]

14LtMs, Ms 99, 1899, par. 15

They are surprised. They did not think that they had done anything particularly wrong. “Lord, when saw we thee an hungered,” they ask, “or athirst, or a stranger, or naked, or sick, or in prison, and did not minister unto thee?” Christ answers, “Inasmuch as ye did it not to one of the least of these ye did it not to me.” [Verses 44, 45.]

14LtMs, Ms 99, 1899, par. 16

To those on the right hand Christ says, “Come ye blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world: for I was an hungered, and ye gave me meat: I was thirsty, and ye gave me drink; I was a stranger, and ye took me in; naked, and ye clothed me; I was sick, and ye visited me; I was in prison, and ye came unto me.” [Verses 34-36.]

14LtMs, Ms 99, 1899, par. 17

These also are surprised. They did not think that they had done anything worthy of commendation. “Lord, when saw we thee an hungered, and fed thee?” they ask, “or thirsty, and gave thee drink? when saw we thee a stranger, and took thee in? or naked, and clothed thee? or when saw we thee sick, or in prison, and came unto thee? Then the King shall answer and say unto them, Verily I say unto you, Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me.” [Verses 37-40.]

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 5 (1887-1888)

Ms 26, 1887

5LtMs, Ms 26, 1887, par. 29

Let each one in the sound of my voice ask himself, How many have fallen into the habit of using liquor and tobacco through my influence? How many can appear before God and say that they are free from these contaminating vices? How have you used the powers and talents entrusted to you? In the judgment there will be two classes. To one class Christ will say, “Come, ye blessed of My Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world: for I was an hungred, and ye gave Me meat: I was thirsty, and ye gave Me drink: I was a stranger, and ye took Me in: naked, and ye clothed Me: I was sick, and ye visited Me: I was in prison, and ye came unto Me. ... Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these My brethren, ye have done it unto Me. Then shall He say also unto them on the left hand, Depart from Me, ye cursed, into everlasting fire, prepared for the devil and his angels: for I was an hungred, and ye gave Me no meat: I was thirsty, and ye gave Me no drink: I was a stranger, and ye took Me not in: naked, and ye clothed Me not: sick, and in prison, and ye visited Me not. ... Inasmuch as ye did it not to one of the least of these, ye did it not to Me.” Matthew 25:34-45.

Sermons and Talks, vol. 2

Manuscript 16, 1886

2SAT 36.6

In the last days there are to be only two parties, the one on the right hand and the other on the left, and Christ says unto one, “Come, ye blessed of My Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world: for I was an hungered, and ye gave Me meat: I was thirsty, and ye gave Me drink: I was a stranger, and ye took Me in: naked, and ye clothed Me: I was sick, and ye visited Me: I was in prison, and ye came unto Me” [Matthew 25:34-36].

2SAT 37.1

And they answer, When saw we Thee thus and ministered unto Thee? And Christ says, “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these My brethren, ye have done it unto Me” [verse 40]. But to those on the left He says, “Depart from Me, ye cursed, into everlasting fire, prepared for the devil and his angels” [verse 41].

2SAT 37.2

The first class had Christ interwoven into their character and they were not conscious of anything they had done. “Come, ye blessed of My Father,” is the benediction, “inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world” [verse 34].

2SAT 37.3

So we see Christ identifies His interests with fallen man. He turns to those on the left hand and says, “I was an hungered, and ye gave Me no meat: I was thirsty, and ye gave Me no drink: I was a stranger, and ye took Me not in: naked, and ye clothed Me not: sick, and in prison, and ye visited Me not.” And when they asked Him, “When saw we Thee an hungered, or athirst, or a stranger, or naked, or sick, or in prison, and did not minister unto Thee?” the answer comes, “Inasmuch as ye did it not to one of the least of these, ye did it not to Me.” (Matthew 25:34-46.) Not the greatest, but the least.

Testimonies for the Church, vol. 1

Chapter 110—The Health Institute

1T 637.1

Matthew 25:34-46: “Then shall the King say unto them on His right hand, Come, ye blessed of My Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world: for I was an hungered, and ye gave Me meat: I was thirsty, and ye gave Me drink: I was a stranger, and ye took Me in: naked, and ye clothed Me: I was sick, and ye visited Me: I was in prison, and ye came unto Me. Then shall the righteous answer Him, saying, Lord, when saw we Thee an hungered, and fed Thee? or thirsty, and gave Thee drink? When saw we Thee a stranger, and took Thee in? or naked, and clothed Thee? Or when saw we Thee sick, or in prison, and came unto Thee? And the King shall answer and say unto them, Verily I say unto you, Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these My brethren, ye have done it unto Me.

Testimony for the Church — No. 14

The Health Institute

T14 10.1

“Then shall he say also unto them on the left hand, Depart from me, ye cursed, into everlasting fire, prepared for the Devil and his angels: for I was an hungered, and ye gave me no meat; I was thirsty, and ye gave me no drink; I was a stranger, and ye took me not in; naked, and ye clothed me not; sick, and in prison, and ye visited me not. Then shall they also answer him, saying, Lord, when saw we thee an hungered, or athirst, or a stranger, or naked, or sick, or in prison, and did not minister unto thee? Then shall he answer them, saying, Verily I say unto you, Inasmuch as ye did it not to one of the least of these, ye did it not to me. And these shall go away into everlasting punishment; but the righteous into life eternal.” Matthew 25:34-46.

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 4 (1883 - 1886)

Ms 16, 1886

4LtMs, Ms 16, 1886, par. 20

So we see Christ identifies His interests with fallen man. He turns to those on the left hand and says, “I was an hungered, and ye gave Me no meat: I was thirsty, and ye gave Me no drink: I was a stranger, and ye took Me not in: naked, and ye clothed Me not: sick, and in prison, and ye visited Me not.” And when they ask Him, “When saw we Thee an hungered, or athirst, or a stranger, or naked, or sick, or in prison, and did not minister unto Thee?” the answer comes, “Inasmuch as ye did it not to one of the least of these, ye did it not to Me.” Matthew 25:34-46. Not the greatest, but the least. Well now, we want to bring Christ into our everyday life. Those who had not fed the hungry or clothed the naked or visited the sick were not conscious of it. Why? Because they had educated and trained themselves in the school of self-indulgence, and the result was they lost heaven and the eternity of bliss which they might have had, had they devoted their powers to God.

That I May Know Him

Missionary to the Poor, February 6

TMK 43.3

Christ suffered in the flesh.... He knew what it was to suffer keen pangs of hunger, and He has given special lessons in regard to feeding the hungry and caring for the needy poor, and has declared that in ministering to the needy we are ministering to Himself in the person of His saints. He says, “I was an hungred, and ye gave me meat” (Matthew 25:35). He knew the discomfort and suffering of thirst, and He declared that a cup of cold water given in His name to any of His disciples should not lose its reward.9Manuscript 35, 1895.

Homeward Bound

Home Missions, September 22

HB 291.1

I was hungry and you gave Me food; I was thirsty and you gave Me drink; I was a stranger and you took Me in.—Matthew 25:35.

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 10 (1895)

Ms 35, 1895

10LtMs, Ms 35, 1895, par. 2

Christ suffered in the flesh. He had clothed His divinity with humanity, and in every period of His life, through infancy, childhood, youth, and manhood, He had suffered every phase of trial and temptation with which humanity is beset. He knew what it was to suffer keen pangs of hunger, and He has given special lessons in regard to feeding the hungry and caring for the needy poor, and has declared that in ministering to the needy we are ministering to Himself in the person of His saints. He says, “I was an hungered and ye gave me meat.” [Matthew 25:35.] He knew the discomfort and suffering of thirst, and He declared that a cup of cold water given in His name to any of His disciples should not lose its reward. [Matthew 10:42.]

Gospel Workers (1892/1893 ed.)

Compassion for the Erring

GW92 91.1

Christ identified himself with the necessities of his people. Their needs and their sufferings were his. He says, “I was a hungered, and ye gave me meat; I was thirsty, and ye gave me drink; I was a stranger, and ye took me in; naked, and ye clothed me; I was sick, and ye visited me; I was in prison, and ye came unto me.” [Matthew 25:35, 36.] God’s servants should have hearts of tender affection and sincere love for the followers of Christ. They should manifest that deep interest that Christ brings to view in the care of the shepherd for the lost sheep; they should follow the example given by Christ, and exercise the same compassion and gentleness, and the same tender, pitying love that he has exercised toward us.

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 13 (1898)

Ms 105, 1898

13LtMs, Ms 105, 1898, par. 36

There is a work to be done by our churches that few have any idea of. “I was an hungered,” Christ said, “and ye gave me meat: I was thirsty, and ye gave me drink: I was a stranger, and ye took me in: naked and ye clothed me, I was sick, and ye visited me, I was in prison, and ye came unto me.” [Matthew 25:35, 36.] We shall have to give of our means to support laborers in the harvest field, and we shall rejoice in the sheaves gathered in. But while this is right, there is a work, as yet untouched, that must be done.

In Heavenly Places

Our Obligations to the Poor, November 13

HP 324.1

For I was an hungred, and ye gave me meat: I was thirsty, and ye gave me drink: I was a stranger, and ye took me in: naked, and ye clothed me: I was sick, and ye visited me: I was in prison, and ye came unto me. Matthew 25:35, 36.

My Life Today

Clothe the Naked, August 25

ML 241.1

I was ... naked, and ye clothed me. Matthew 25:35, 36.

Our Father Cares

Our Obligations to the Poor, June 27

OFC 190.1

For I was an hungred, and ye gave me meat: I was thirsty, and ye gave me drink: I was a stranger, and ye took me in: naked, and ye clothed me: I was sick, and ye visited me: I was in prison, and ye came unto me. Matthew 25:35, 36.

Testimonies for the Church, vol. 6

Chapter 33—Our Duty to the World

6T 275.2

By our churches there is a work to be done of which many have little idea, a work as yet almost untouched. “I was an hungered,” Christ says, “and ye gave Me meat: I was thirsty, and ye gave Me drink: I was a stranger, and ye took Me in: naked, and ye clothed Me: I was sick, and ye visited Me; I was in prison, and ye came unto Me.” Matthew 25:35, 36. Some think that if they give money to this work, it is all they are required to do; but this is an error. Donations of money cannot take the place of personal ministry. It is right to give our means, and many more should do this; but according to their strength and opportunities, personal service is required of all.

Welfare Ministry

Chapter 22—The Poor of the World

WM 189.1

By our churches there is a work to be done of which many have little idea, a work as yet almost untouched. “I was an hungred,” Christ says, “and ye gave Me meat: I was thirsty, and ye gave Me drink: I was a stranger, and ye took Me in: naked, and ye clothed Me: I was sick, and ye visited Me: I was in prison, and ye came unto Me.” Matthew 25:35, 36. Some think that if they give money to this work, it is all they are required to do, but this is an error. Donations of money cannot take the place of personal ministry. It is right to give our means, and many more should do this; but according to their strength and opportunities, personal service is required of all.

The Health Food Ministry

As a School Industry

HFM 41.3

There is a work to be done by our churches that few have any idea of. “I was an hungered,” Christ said, “and ye gave Me meat: I was thirsty, and ye gave Me drink: I was a stranger, and ye took Me in: naked, and ye clothed Me: I was sick, and ye visited Me: I was in prison, and ye came unto Me.” Matthew 25:35, 36. We shall have to give of our means to support laborers in the harvest field, and we shall rejoice in the sheaves gathered in. But while this is right, there is a work as yet untouched, that must be done. The mission of Christ was to heal the sick, encourage the hopeless, bind up the brokenhearted. This work of restoration is to be carried on among the needy suffering ones of humanity.

Testimony Treasures, vol. 2

The Great Home Mission Field

2TT 513.2

By our churches there is a work to be done of which many have little idea, a work as yet almost untouched. “I was anhungered,” Christ says, “and ye gave Me meat: I was thirsty, and ye gave Me drink: I was a stranger, and ye took Me in: naked, and ye clothed Me: I was sick, and ye visited Me; I was in prison, and ye came unto Me.” Matthew 25:35, 36. Some think that if they give money to this work, it is all they are required to do; but this is an error. Donations of money cannot take the place of personal ministry. It is right to give our means, and many more should do this; but according to their strength and opportunities, personal service is required of all.

Testimony Treasures, vol. 1

Labor for the Erring

1TT 322.1

Christ identified Himself with the necessities of His people. Their needs and their sufferings were His. He says: “I was anhungered, and ye gave Me meat: I was thirsty, and ye gave Me drink: I was a stranger, and ye took Me in: naked, and ye clothed Me: I was sick, and ye visited Me: I was in prison, and ye came unto Me.” Matthew 25:35, 36. God’s servants should have hearts of tender affection and sincere love for the followers of Christ. They should manifest that deep interest that Christ brings to view in the care of the shepherd for the lost sheep; they should follow the example given by Christ and exercise the same compassion and gentleness, and the same tender, pitying love that He has exercised toward us.

Manuscript Releases, vol. 13 [Nos. 1000-1080]

MR No. 1011—The Need for Home Religion; Responsibility to Aged Parents

13MR 86.1

My heart has been pained as I have heard of the course taken by Brother and Sister _____ in regard to their mother. They claim to be Christians, but they have manifested a heartlessness toward their mother, a child of God, which will never be effaced from her memory while life lasts. Jesus has given us a lesson that we should study diligently. He described the two classes who will stand before the judgment throne. They are to be separated, not on the ground of their profession but on the ground of their practice. To those on the right hand He will say, [Matthew 25:35-40, quoted]. But those who neglected to do these things, He pronounced workers of iniquity.

The Review and Herald

November 21, 1878

RH November 21, 1878, par. 19

But on the other hand Christ says to the righteous: “For I was an hungered, and ye gave me meat; I was thirsty, and ye gave me drink; I was a stranger, and ye took me in; naked, and ye clothed me; I was sick, and ye visited me; I was in prison, and ye came unto me. Then shall the righteous answer him, saying, Lord, when saw we thee an hungered, and fed thee? or thirsty, and gave thee drink? When saw we thee a stranger, and took thee in? or naked, and clothed thee? Or when saw we thee sick, or in prison, and came unto thee? And the King shall answer and say unto them, Verily I say unto you, Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me.” Matthew 25:35-40. Thus Christ identifies his interest with that of suffering humanity. Deeds of love and charity done to the suffering are as though done to himself.

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 7 (1891-1892)

Lt 18b, 1891

7LtMs, Lt 18b, 1891, par. 39

“Then shall the righteous answer Him, saying, Lord, when saw we Thee an hungered, and fed Thee? or thirsty, and gave Thee drink? When saw we Thee a stranger, and took Thee in? or naked, and clothed Thee? Or when saw we Thee sick or in prison and came unto Thee? And the king shall answer and say unto them, Verily I say unto you, Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me.” [Matthew 25:35-40.] But those who neglected to do these things, He pronounced workers of iniquity.

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 9 (1894)

Ms 34, 1894

9LtMs, Ms 34, 1894, par. 11

You and I want to hear from the Master, “I was an hungered, and ye gave me meat: I was thirsty, and ye gave me drink: I was a stranger, and ye took me in: naked, and ye clothed me: I was sick, and ye visited me: I was in prison” (maybe for debt), “and ye came unto me.” To the question, “When saw we thee thus?” the answer is given, “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me.” [Matthew 25:35-40.] Christ identifies His interest with that of suffering humanity.

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 12 (1897)

Ms 132, 1897

12LtMs, Ms 132, 1897, par. 20

We see ladies professing godliness wear elegant gold chains, necklaces, rings, and other jewelry, with a profusion of feathers and ribbons, and expensive trimmings, while want stalks in the street, and the suffering and destitute are in every side. These do not interest them, nor awaken their sympathy. But they will weep over the imaginary sufferings depicted in the last novel. They have no cars for the cries of the needy, no eyes to behold the cold, and almost naked forms of women and children around them. They look upon real want as a species of crime, and withdraw from suffering humanity as from a contagious disease. To such Christ will say, “I was an hungered, and ye gave me no meat, I was thirsty, and ye gave me no drink; naked, and ye clothed me not; sick, and in prison, and ye visited me not.” [Matthew 25:42, 43.]

12LtMs, Ms 132, 1897, par. 21

But on the other hand Christ says to the righteous: “For I was an hungered, and ye gave me meat; I was thirsty and ye gave me drink; I was a stranger, and ye took me in; naked, and ye clothed me; I was sick, and ye visited me; I was in prison, and ye came unto me. Then shall the righteous answer him, saying, Lord, when saw we thee an hungered, and fed thee? or thirsty, and gave thee drink? when saw we thee a stranger, and took thee in? or naked, and clothed thee? or when saw we thee sick, or in prison, and came unto thee? And the king shall answer and say unto them, Verily I saw unto you, Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me.” Matthew 25:35-40. Thus Christ identifies His interests with that of suffering humanity. Deeds of love and charity done to the suffering are as though done to Himself.

In Heavenly Places

“Unto One of the Least of These,” November 14

HP 325.1

And the King shall answer and say unto them, Verily I say unto you, Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me. Matthew 25:40.

HP 325.2

Christ makes the necessities of His children His own personal interest. He regards any slight or neglect of His brethren as a slight to Himself, and a benefit conferred upon the humblest of them as if it were conferred upon Himself. He says, “I was an hungred, and ye gave me meat: I was thirsty, and ye gave me drink: I was a stranger, and ye took me in.... Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me” (verses 35-40).

HP 325.3

He whom Providence has blest with plenty but who padlocks the door of his heart to keep back all generous impulses that would find expression in deeds of charity and kindness, will hear from the lips of the Master the solemn words, “Inasmuch as ye did it not to one of the least of these, ye did it not to me” (verse 45). Love of Christ cannot exist in the heart without a corresponding love for our fellow men....

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 4 (1883 - 1886)

Lt 30, 1884

4LtMs, Lt 30, 1884, par. 8

Christ will judge every man according to his works. He identifies His interest with His suffering, neglected children. He says to one class, “I was an hungered, and ye gave me no meat: I was thirsty, and ye gave me no drink: I was a stranger, and ye took me not in: Naked, and ye clothed me not: sick, and in prison, and ye visited me not. ... Then shall he answer them, saying, Verily I say unto you, Inasmuch as ye did it not to one of the least of these, ye did it not to me.” The terrible word, “Depart,” is spoken. [Matthew 25:41-45.]

4LtMs, Lt 30, 1884, par. 9

To those on His right hand He says, “I was an hungered, and ye gave me meat: I was thirsty, and ye gave me drink: I was a stranger, and ye took me in: naked, and ye clothed me: I was sick, and ye visited me: I was in prison, and ye came unto me.” The question is asked, “Lord, when saw we thee an hungered and fed thee? or thirsty, and gave thee drink? When saw we thee a stranger, and took thee in? or naked, and clothed thee? Or when saw we thee sick, or in prison, and came unto thee?” He said “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me.” [Verses 35-40.] Thus that which is done to His needy brethren Christ accounts as done unto Himself.

Jesus, Name Above All Names

Precious Saviour, February 4

JNN 43.1

“‘I was naked and you clothed Me; I was sick and you visited Me; I was in prison and you came to Me.’”—Matthew 25:36

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 23 (1908)

Ms 51, 1908

23LtMs, Ms 51, 1908, par. 2

“As it was in the days of Noe, so shall also the coming of the Son of man be; For as in the days that were before the flood, they were eating and drinking, marrying and giving in marriage, until the day that Noe entered into the ark, and knew not until the flood came and took them all away; so shall also the coming of the Son of man be.” “Then shall two be in the field; the one shall be taken and the other left. Two women shall be grinding at the mill; the one shall be taken and the other left. Watch therefore; for ye know not what hour your Lord doth come.” [Matthew 25:37-42.]

Christian Temperance and Bible Hygiene

Chapter 3—Effects of Stimulants

CTBH 36.1

When these tea and coffee users meet together for social entertainment, the effects of their pernicious habit are manifest. All partake freely of the favorite beverages, and as the stimulating influence is felt, their tongues are loosened, and they begin the wicked work of talking against others. Their words are not few or well chosen. The tidbits of gossip are passed around, too often the poison of scandal as well. These thoughtless gossipers forget that they have a witness. An unseen Watcher is writing their words in the books of heaven. All these unkind criticisms, these exaggerated reports, these envious feelings, expressed under the excitement of the cup of tea, Jesus registers as against himself. “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me.” [Matthew 25:40.]

Maranatha

The Gratitude of the Redeemed, November 5

Mar 317.1

The King shall answer and say unto them, Verily I say unto you, Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me. Matthew 25:40.

Maranatha

Historical Persons Present at the Judgment, December 2

Mar 344.4

There are papist priests and prelates, who claimed to be Christ’s ambassadors, yet employed the rack, the dungeon, and the stake to control the consciences of His people. There are the proud pontiffs who exalted themselves above God and presumed to change the law of the Most High. Those pretended fathers of the church have an account to render to God from which they would fain be excused. Too late they are made to see that the Omniscient One is jealous of His law and that He will in no wise clear the guilty. They learn now that Christ identifies His interest with that of His suffering people; and they feel the force of His own words; “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me.” Matthew 25:40.

Medical Ministry

Our Attitude Toward the Lord’s Institutions

MM 138.4

“Many of these reckless talkers do not know what they are doing. They cannot see that their words discourage the ones whom God has appointed to represent Jesus Christ and His truth for this time. In relieving suffering humanity, consecrated physicians are doing the work of the Great Restorer, who has said, ‘Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these My brethren, ye have done it unto Me.’ Matthew 25:40.

Our Father Cares

Building Up One Another, May 15

OFC 147.3

The work of building one another up in the most holy faith is a blessed work, but the work of tearing down is a work full of bitterness and sorrow. Christ identifies Himself with His suffering children, for He says, “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me” (Matthew 25:40).... Every heart has its own sorrows and disappointments, and we should seek to lighten one another’s burdens by manifesting the love of Jesus to those around us. If our conversation were upon heaven and heavenly things, evil speaking would soon cease to have any attraction for us....

Our High Calling

Agents to Relieve Distress, July 3

OHC 190.1

And the King shall answer and say unto them, Verily I say unto you, Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me. Matthew 25:40.

Our High Calling

Cherishing the Spirit of Jesus, August 21

OHC 239.6

There is light in following Jesus, talking of Jesus, loving Jesus, and I will not allow my mind to think or speak ill of my brethren. “Inasmuch,” said Christ, “as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me.” Matthew 25:40. I would not feel unkindness or hatred to anyone. I would not be an accuser of my brethren. Satan will try to stir up my mind to do this, but I cannot do it. I will cherish the forgiving Spirit of Jesus.39Letter 74, 1888.

Reflecting Christ

Invite the Youth to Your Homes, August 21

RC 247.1

Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me. Matthew 25:40.

Testimonies for the Church, vol. 9

Chapter 26—The Needs of a Mission Field

9T 225.3

Let us thank God, dear brethren and sisters, and take courage! God is laying bare His arm to do a mighty work in this mission field within the borders of our own land. He is now giving His people unusual opportunities to extend the message rapidly in the South. Especially should we reveal a spirit of beneficence at the time the yearly offering for the support of the colored work is taken up. God has reposed confidence in us by making us stewards of means and of His rich grace; and He now points us to the poor and suffering and oppressed, to souls bound in chains of superstition and error, and assures us that if we do good to these, He will accept the deed as though done to Himself. “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these My brethren,” He declares, “ye have done it unto Me.” Matthew 25:40.

Testimonies for the Church, vol. 7

Chapter 10—Responsibilities of Married Life

7T 49.4

Remember, my dear brother and sister, that God is love and that by His grace you can succeed in making each other happy, as in your marriage pledge you promised to do. And in the strength of the Redeemer you can work with wisdom and power to help some crooked life to be straight in God. What is there that Christ cannot do? He is perfect in wisdom, in righteousness, in love. Do not shut yourselves up to yourselves, satisfied to pour out all your affection upon each other. Seize every opportunity to contribute to the happiness of those around you, sharing with them your affection. Words of kindness, looks of sympathy, expressions of appreciation, would to many a struggling, lonely one be as a cup of cold water to a thirsty soul. A word of cheer, an act of kindness, would go far to lighten the burdens that are resting heavily upon weary shoulders. It is in unselfish ministry that true happiness is found. And every word and deed of such service is recorded in the books of heaven as done for Christ. “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these My brethren,” He declares, “ye have done it unto Me.” Matthew 25:40.

Testimonies for the Church, vol. 6

Chapter 43—Showing Hospitality

6T 348.2

In the providence of God we are associated with those who are inexperienced, with many who need pity and compassion. They need succor, for they are weak. Young men need help. In the strength of Him whose loving-kindness is exercised toward the helpless, the ignorant, and those counted as the least of His little ones, we must labor for their future welfare, for the shaping of Christian character. The very ones who need help the most will at times try our patience sorely. “Take heed that ye despise not one of these little ones,” Christ says, “for I say unto you, That in heaven their angels do always behold the face of My Father which is in heaven.” Matthew 18:10. And to those who minister to these souls, the Saviour declares: “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these My brethren, ye have done it unto Me.” Matthew 25:40.

Counsels for the Church

Counsel to Newlyweds

CCh 127.6

Remember, my dear brother and sister, that God is love and that by His grace you can succeed in making each other happy, as in your marriage pledge you promised to do. And in the strength of the Redeemer you can work with wisdom and power to help some crooked life to be straight in God. What is there that Christ cannot do? He is perfect in wisdom, in righteousness, in love. Do not shut yourselves up to yourselves, satisfied to pour out all your affection upon each other. Seize every opportunity to contribute to the happiness of those around you, sharing with them your affection. Words of kindness, looks of sympathy, expressions of appreciation, would to many a struggling, lonely one be as a cup of cold water to a thirsty soul. A word of cheer, an act of kindness, would go far to lighten the burdens that are resting heavily upon weary shoulders. It is in unselfish ministry that true happiness is found. And every word and deed of such service is recorded in the books of heaven as done for Christ. “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these My brethren,” He declares, “ye have done it unto Me.” Matthew 25:40.

That I May Know Him

Building Up One Another, June 30

TMK 187.3

The work of building one another up in the most holy faith is a blessed work, but the work of tearing down is a work full of bitterness and sorrow. Christ identifies Himself with His suffering children, for He says, “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me” (Matthew 25:40).... Every heart has its own sorrows and disappointments, and we should seek to lighten one another’s burdens by manifesting the love of Jesus to those around us. If our conversation were upon heaven and heavenly things, evil speaking would soon cease to have any attraction for us....

The Great Controversy

Chapter 4—The Waldenses

GC 77.1

When Rome at one time determined to exterminate the hated sect, a bull was issued by the pope, condemning them as heretics, and delivering them to slaughter. (See Appendix.) They were not accused as idlers, or dishonest, or disorderly; but it was declared that they had an appearance of piety and sanctity that seduced “the sheep of the true fold.” Therefore the pope ordered “that malicious and abominable sect of malignants,” if they “refuse to abjure, to be crushed like venomous snakes.”—Wylie, b. 16, ch. 1. Did this haughty potentate expect to meet those words again? Did he know that they were registered in the books of heaven, to confront him at the judgment? “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these My brethren,” said Jesus, “ye have done it unto Me.” Matthew 25:40.

The Great Controversy

Chapter 42—The Controversy Ended

GC 668.1

There are papist priests and prelates, who claimed to be Christ’s ambassadors, yet employed the rack, the dungeon, and the stake to control the consciences of His people. There are the proud pontiffs who exalted themselves above God and presumed to change the law of the Most High. Those pretended fathers of the church have an account to render to God from which they would fain be excused. Too late they are made to see that the Omniscient One is jealous of His law and that He will in no wise clear the guilty. They learn now that Christ identifies His interest with that of His suffering people; and they feel the force of His own words: “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these My brethren, ye have done it unto Me.” Matthew 25:40.

The Great Controversy (1888 ed.)

Chapter 4—The Waldenses

GC88 76.4

When Rome at one time determined to exterminate the hated sect, a bull was issued by the pope [Innocent VIII., A. D. 1487.] condemning them as heretics, and delivering them to slaughter. They were not accused as idlers, or dishonest, or disorderly; but it was declared that they had an appearance of piety and sanctity that seduced “the sheep of the true fold.” Therefore the pope ordered “that the malicious and abominable sect of malignants,” if they refuse to abjure, “be crushed like venomous snakes.” Did this haughty potentate expect to meet those words again? Did he know that they were registered in the books of Heaven, to confront him at the Judgment? “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren,” said Jesus, “ye have done it unto me.” [Matthew 25:40.]

The Great Controversy (1888 ed.)

Chapter 42—The Controversy Ended

GC88 668.1

There are papist priests and prelates, who claimed to be Christ’s ambassadors, yet employed the rack, the dungeon, and the stake to control the consciences of his people. There are the proud pontiffs who exalted themselves above God, and presumed to change the law of the Most High. Those pretended fathers of the church have an account to render to God from which they would fain be excused. Too late they are made to see that the Omniscient One is jealous of his law, and that he will in nowise clear the guilty. They learn now that Christ identifies his interest with that of his suffering people; and they feel the force of his own words, “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me.” [Matthew 25:40.]

The Ministry of Healing

Simplicity in Furnishing

MH 369.1

Let the homemakers resolve to live on a wiser plan. Let it be your first aim to make a pleasant home. Be sure to provide the facilities that will lighten labor and promote health and comfort. Plan for the entertainment of the guests whom Christ has bidden us welcome, and of whom He says, “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these My brethren, ye have done it unto Me.” Matthew 25:40.

The Spirit of Prophecy, vol. 4

Chapter 4—The Waldenses

4SP 83.2

When Rome at one time determined to exterminate the hated sect, a bull was issued by the pope condemning them as heretics, and delivering them to slaughter. They were not accused as idlers, or dishonest, or disorderly; but it was declared that they had an appearance of piety and sanctity that seduced “the sheep of the true fold.” Therefore the pope ordered “that the malicious and abominable sect of malignants,” if they refuse to abjure, “be crushed like venomous snakes.” Did this haughty potentate expect to meet those words again? Did he know that they were registered in the books of Heaven, to confront him at the Judgment? “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren,” said Jesus, “ye have done it unto me.” [Matthew 25:40.]

The Story of Redemption

Panorama of the Great Conflict

SR 424.3

There are papist priests and prelates, who claimed to be Christ’s ambassadors, yet employed the rack, the dungeon, and the stake to control the consciences of His people. There are the proud pontiffs who exalted themselves above God and presumed to change the law of the Most High. Those pretended fathers of the church have an account to render to God from which they would fain be excused. Too late they are made to see that the Omniscient One is jealous of His law, and that He will in no wise clear the guilty. They learn now that Christ identifies His interest with that of His suffering people; and they feel the force of His own words, “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these My brethren, ye have done it unto Me.” Matthew 25:40.

To Be Like Jesus

Jesus Identifies Himself With the Needy, September 11

BLJ 269.1

And the King will answer them and say to them, “Assuredly, I say to you, inasmuch as you did it to one of the least of these My brethren, you did it to Me.” Matthew 25:40, NKJV.

Counsels for the Church

The Effects of Criticism of Church and Institutional Leaders

CCh 177.4

The children of these complainers listen with open ears and receive the poison of disaffection. Parents are thus blindly closing the avenues through which the hearts of the children might be reached. How many families season their daily meals with doubt and questionings. They dissect the characters of their friends, and serve them up as a dainty dessert. A precious bit of slander is passed around the board to be commented upon, not only by adults, but by children. In this God is dishonored. Jesus said: “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these My brethren, ye have done it unto Me.” Matthew 25:40. Therefore Christ is slighted and abused by those who slander His servants.

Record of Progress and An Appeal In Behalf of the Boulder-Colorado Sanitarium

Relation of Church-Members to Medical Missionary Workers

SpTB05 25.2

Many of these reckless talkers do not know what they are doing. They can not see that their words discourage the ones whom God has appointed to represent Jesus Christ, and His truth for this time. In relieving suffering humanity, consecrated physicians are doing the work of the great Restorer, who has said, “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these My brethren, ye have done it unto Me.” Matthew 25:40.

The Ellen G. White 1888 Materials

Chapter 19—Distressing Experiences of 1888

1888 181.3

We all know better than to do as we have done. There is no excuse for this unchristlike spirit. If Christ were abiding in the soul we could not but reveal Christ’s forbearance, Christ’s courtesy, and the love of Christ. All this hard, unkind, uncourteous spirit manifested toward brethren is registered in the books of heaven as manifested toward Jesus Christ, for He identifies His interest with that of His brethren. “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me.” Matthew 25:40.

The Ellen G. White 1888 Materials

Chapter 115—The Vision at Salamanca

1888 936.1

Thus it has been in the Office. God is not pleased. There is a harsh, dictatorial spirit. God sees it all. It is written in His book, and every action between man and man will appear just as it is. Christ identifies His interest with suffering humanity, and if a man, in his pride of spirit, in his lofty ideas of himself, bruises the soul of his fellow man, the Lord Jesus writes it as done to Himself. “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me.” Matthew 25:40. If you could every one see and realize the effect of those sharp, rasping words that hurt and discourage the soul, and could see Jesus wounded and bruised because of those words, you would have great carefulness. You would not dare to exhibit your defects and objectionable traits of character. You would obey the Word.

Testimony Treasures, vol. 2

“I Will Repay”

2TT 575.1

In the providence of God we are associated with those who are inexperienced, with many who need pity and compassion. They need succor, for they are weak. Young men need help. In the strength of Him whose loving-kindness is exercised toward the helpless, the ignorant, and those counted as the least of His little ones, we must labor for their future welfare, for the shaping of Christian character. The very ones who need help the most will at times try our patience sorely. “Take heed that ye despise not one of these little ones,” Christ says, “for I say unto you, That in heaven their angels do always behold the face of My Father which is in heaven.” Matthew 18:10. And to those who minister to these souls, the Saviour declares: “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these My brethren, ye have done it unto Me.” Matthew 25:40.

Testimony Treasures, vol. 3

Lightening the Pathway of Others

3TT 99.3

Remember, my dear brother and sister, that God is love and that by His grace you can succeed in making each other happy, as in your marriage pledge you promised to do. And in the strength of the Redeemer you can work with wisdom and power to help some crooked life to be straight in God. What is there that Christ cannot do? He is perfect in wisdom, in righteousness, in love. Do not shut yourselves up to yourselves, satisfied to pour out all your affection upon each other. Seize every opportunity to contribute to the happiness of those around you, sharing with them your affection. Words of kindness, looks of sympathy, expressions of appreciation, would to many a struggling, lonely one be as a cup of cold water to a thirsty soul. A word of cheer, an act of kindness, would go far to lighten the burdens that are resting heavily upon weary shoulders. It is in unselfish ministry that true happiness is found. And every word and deed of such service is recorded in the books of heaven as done for Christ. “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these My brethren,” He declares, “ye have done it unto Me.” Matthew 25:40.

Testimony Treasures, vol. 1

The Fruit of Criticism

1TT 490.2

The children of these complainers listen with open ears and receive the poison of disaffection. Parents are thus blindly closing the avenues through which the hearts of the children might be reached. How many families season their daily meals with doubt and questionings. They dissect the characters of their friends, and serve them up as a dainty dessert. A precious bit of slander is passed around the board to be commented upon, not only by adults, but by children. In this God is dishonored. Jesus said: “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these My brethren, ye have done it unto Me.” Matthew 25:40. Therefore Christ is slighted and abused by those who slander His servants.

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 1 (1844 - 1868)

Lt 16, 1868

1LtMs, Lt 16, 1868, par. 6

I was shown the case of Sister Baker, who is a precious child of God unto whom angels minister. They have marked every wrong. Here you oppressed the hireling in her wages. You saw her poorly clad, a hardworking girl whom you knew was conscientious and God-fearing, yet you took advantage of her because you could do so. I saw that the small wages and the neglect of seeing and understanding her wants are all written in heaven as done to Jesus in the person of one of His saints. “As ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me.” Matthew 25:40. Heaven has regarded all your closeness toward those who have served in your house and it will stand faithfully chronicled against you unless restitution is made and it is all repented of. You have cost suffering of mind and anguish of spirit.

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 3 (1876 - 1882)

Lt 39a, 1878

3LtMs, Lt 39a, 1878, par. 18

Where Brother Bahler may have one human defect, his judges and those who condemned him have tenfold more. Brother Kilgore, why did you not take the part of the oppressed? Why did you not lift your voice as did your Saviour and say, “He that is without sin among you, let him first cast a stone”? John 8:7. Brother Kilgore, you have moved blindly and made a fearful mistake, which may result in the loss of more than one soul; but you have not known what you were doing. You were doing it ignorantly. Had one word of sympathy or tender pity been expressed by you to Brother Bahler, it would have been registered to your account in heaven. But you had no more sense of the work you were doing for time and for eternity than had those who condemned Christ. You have judged and condemned Him in the person of His saints. “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these My brethren, ye have done it unto Me.” Matthew 25:40.

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 3 (1876 - 1882)

Ms 7, 1882

3LtMs, Ms 7, 1882, par. 8

It is no light matter to be wanting when judged by One who never makes a mistake, One who has shown mortals compassion, sympathy, and love. To be wanting in sincerity, in true love to Christ, who died that He might give life and peace and hope to those lost and undone by sin, to be wanting in brotherly kindness and love to Christ’s brethren whom He has redeemed with the price of His own blood—can we afford this? “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me.” [Matthew 25:40.] It is Christ you have abused, maligned, in the person of His saints. Wanting when the Judge shall sit upon His throne, when the Book of Life is opened and He turns each page to see the names written in the book, when your name is pronounced, when the accounts of your life are balanced! There is no respectable sinner who will be passed by in that grand and awful reckoning.

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 4 (1883 - 1886)

Ms 9, 1886

4LtMs, Ms 9, 1886, par. 20

Christ has manifested His interest in humanity. He says, “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these My brethren, ye have done it unto Me.” [Matthew 25:40.] We are dealing with Jesus in the person of His saints. Then be very careful how you wound the hearts of your brethren and sisters. We are almost home—pilgrims and strangers only a little longer. All heaven is interested in the salvation of men; and in harmony with them, we should be interested for those around us. We should be getting ready for the heavenly city.

Education

Chapter 15—Business Principles and Methods

Ed 139.2

By the terms of our stewardship we are placed under obligation, not only to God, but to man. To the infinite love of the Redeemer every human being is indebted for the gifts of life. Food and raiment and shelter, body and mind and soul—all are the purchase of His blood. And by the obligation of gratitude and service thus imposed, Christ has bound us to our fellow men. He bids us, “By love serve one another.” Galatians 5:13. “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these My brethren, ye have done it unto Me.” Matthew 25:40.

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 4 (1883 - 1886)

Ms 55, 1886

4LtMs, Ms 55, 1886, par. 30

The Catholic hierarchy is not tested and proved by having the Son of God in its midst to reprove its hypocrisy and rebuke its corruptions as Jesus did those of the priests and Pharisees. Its emissaries show the same spirit against Christ’s followers and treat them exactly as [they] would treat the Son of God were He in their place. “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these My brethren, ye have done it unto Me.” Matthew 25:40. Christ identifies His interest with suffering humanity. Christ’s great heart of love was ever ready to sympathize with suffering humanity and to relieve human woe and affliction. The spirit of persecution of those who claim religious freedom to worship God according to the dictates of their own conscience is not of Christ, for there is not a vestige of this spirit in all His life or in any of His teachings.

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 5 (1887-1888)

Lt 19, 1887

5LtMs, Lt 19, 1887, par. 8

I know of nothing more injurious to the soul than this habit of talking of one another’s errors, of reporting every unfavorable tale that is brought to your ears, and of magnifying the mistakes of a brother. When a brother’s fault comes to your notice, how much better it would be to go to him with it, following out the Bible rule that has been given by Him who owns the souls of all men. An infinite price has been paid for the ransom of the souls of men from the power of the enemy, and how terrible it is for one who professes to love God to set forth the mistakes and errors of his brother in high colors, doing a wicked work against Jesus in the person of His saints. The rebuke of God is against all who engage in such work; they are doing the work of Satan. The Lord has declared, “Inasmuch as ye did it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye did it unto Me.” [Matthew 25:40.]

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 5 (1887-1888)

Lt 74, 1888

5LtMs, Lt 74, 1888, par. 5

There is light in following Jesus, talking of Jesus, loving Jesus, and I will not allow my mind to think or speak ill of my brethren. “Inasmuch,” said Christ, “as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me.” Matthew 25:40. I would not feel unkindness or hatred to anyone. I would not be an accuser of my brethren. Satan will try to stir up my mind to do this, but I cannot do it. I will cherish the forgiving Spirit of Jesus.

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 5 (1887-1888)

Lt 16, 1888

5LtMs, Lt 16, 1888, par. 33

A single unrighteous act of will or bitterness, envy, jealousy or evil surmising will quench the Spirit of God and banish from your heart true happiness. One emotion of hatred or ill will or of revenge, or an evil act or word towards one of whom Christ calls “the least of these my brethren” [Matthew 25:40], gives Satan the advantage over you, makes you a transgressor of God’s law, and will surely destroy the peace of the soul and will stand as an act done to Jesus Christ in the person of His saints. Even hatred to an evil worker will place you in a position where your judgment will be warped and you will not be a doer of the work of Christ to render good for evil. While you despise the sin, you should love the souls of those for whom Christ has paid the price of His own blood. The desire for revenge or any emotion but that of tender, pitying love as Jesus exercises toward us, fallen sinful humanity, injuries the soul and is registered against us in heaven. Nothing short of perfection of character will meet the standard of God’s law. The great power of God will surely come to His people if they are obedient children and are living in accordance with the character of Christ.

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 5 (1887-1888)

Lt 28, 1888

5LtMs, Lt 28, 1888, par. 37

We claim to be keeping the commandments of the Lord. Shall we who profess to believe the same faith, to be united in the same church fellowship, shall we give ourselves to Satan to become his servants to do his errands as did Judas the betrayer of the Master? Those who yield to Satan’s temptations to do this kind of work will take up the most objectionable features of a brother’s character and place his mistakes and errors in the worst possible light; but Christ says, “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me.” [Matthew 25:40.] Christ identifies Himself with His people.

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 5 (1887-1888)

Ms 21, 1888

5LtMs, Ms 21, 1888, par. 20

We all know better than to do as we have done. There is no excuse for this un-Christlike spirit. If Christ were abiding in the souls we could not but reveal Christ’s forbearance, Christ’s courtesy, and the love of Christ. All this hard, unkind, uncourteous spirit manifested toward brethren is registered in the books of heaven as manifested toward Jesus Christ, for He identifies His interest with that of His brethren. “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me.” Matthew 25:40.

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 6 (1889-1890)

Ms 40, 1890

6LtMs, Ms 40, 1890, par. 68

Thus it has been in the Office. God is not pleased. There is a harsh, dictatorial spirit. God sees it all. It is written in His book, and every action between man and man will appear just as it is. Christ identifies His interest with suffering humanity, and if a man, in his pride of spirit, in his lofty ideas of himself, bruises the soul of his fellow man, the Lord Jesus writes it as done to Himself. “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me.” Matthew 25:40. If you could every one see and realize the effect of those sharp, rasping words that hurt and discourage the soul, and could see Jesus wounded and bruised because of those words, you would have great carefulness. You would not dare to exhibit your defects and objectionable traits of character. You would obey the Word.

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 6 (1889-1890)

Ms 62, 1890

6LtMs, Ms 62, 1890, par. 12

Every transaction between man and man has been written in His books of record, and will be revealed in the judgment. Jesus has said, “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these, my brethren, ye have done it unto me.” [Matthew 25:40.] Christ identifies His interest with that of suffering humanity; and if, in pride of spirit, a brother bruises the soul of his fellowman, the Lord writes it as if done unto Himself.

Heaven

Chapter 12—Some Who Will Not Be There

Hvn 110.2

There are papist priests and prelates, who claimed to be Christ’s ambassadors, yet employed the rack, the dungeon, and the stake to control the consciences of His people. There are the proud pontiffs who exalted themselves above God and presumed to change the law of the Most High. Those pretended fathers of the church have an account to render to God from which they would fain be excused. Too late they are made to see that the Omniscient One is jealous of His law and that He will in no wise clear the guilty. They learn now that Christ identifies His interest with that of His suffering people; and they feel the force of His own words: “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these My brethren, ye have done it unto Me.” Matthew 25:40.—The Great Controversy, 667, 668.

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 6 (1889-1890)

Ms 40a, 1890

6LtMs, Ms 40a, 1890, par. 73

This excessive interest in business matters has been seen in the office, and God is not pleased. A harsh, dictatorial spirit has been developed, and God has seen it all. Every transaction between man and man has been written in His books of record and will be revealed in the Judgment. Jesus has said, “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me.” [Matthew 25:40.] Christ identifies His interest with suffering humanity, and if in pride of spirit a brother bruises the soul of his fellow man, the Lord writes it as if done unto Himself.

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 6 (1889-1890)

Lt 1c, 1890

6LtMs, Lt 1c, 1890, par. 14

I know of nothing more injurious to the soul than this habit of talking of one another’s errors, of reporting every unfavorable tale that is brought to your ears, and of magnifying the mistakes of a brother. When a brother’s fault comes to your notice how much better it would be to go to him with it, following out the Bible rule that has been given by Him who owns the souls of all men. An infinite price has been paid to ransom the souls of men from the power of the enemy, and how terrible it is for one who professes to love God to set forth the mistakes and errors of his brethren in high colors. He is doing a wicked work against Jesus in the person of His saints. The rebuke of God is upon all who engage in such work; they are doing the work of Satan. The Lord has declared, “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me.” Matthew 25:40.

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 8 (1893)

Lt 48, 1893

8LtMs, Lt 48, 1893, par. 24

When you dwell so fluently upon the imperfections of your brethren, indulging bitterness of spirit, and allowing yourselves to become estranged from them because they do not meet your ideas, do you remember that there is a Witness present to hear your censorious words, to take note of the harsh judgment you pronounce?. Do you realize that your want of kind consideration for the feelings of others, and of pity for what you regard as their failings, is grieving your Redeemer, and dishonoring God? Jesus identifies Himself with His people, and He says, “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me.” [Matthew 25:40.]

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 9 (1894)

Ms 15, 1894

9LtMs, Ms 15, 1894, par. 22

We are saved when we unite ourselves with God. He feels all our sorrows, and He says, “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me.” [Matthew 25:40.] He feels the ministry as if it were done unto Him. Come before Him as children of God and offer Him praise. Christ takes that praise and offers it to God for us, and mingles it with incense. It was so hard for me to see how our weak praise could glorify God, [until] I got a view of this, that Christ takes that praise and offers it to the Father Himself, [and] then it is acceptable.

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 9 (1894)

Lt 48, 1894

9LtMs, Lt 48, 1894, par. 20

God’s children are very precious in His sight, and those who by pen or voice weaken the influence of even the least of those who believe in Jesus Christ are registered in heaven as injurers of the Lord Himself. “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me.” [Matthew 25:40.] We need to remember that we should guard carefully our thoughts, our feelings, our words, our actions, lest we wound and bruise the Saviour in the person of His saints, for He has told us plainly that He identifies Himself with suffering humanity. Not one of God’s faithful ones will receive the honor of a crown of life in the kingdom of glory, who has not passed through severe conflicts and trials. Every one who wins in running the race for the immortal crown will have striven lawfully.

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 9 (1894)

Lt 46a, 1894

9LtMs, Lt 46a, 1894, par. 13

We cannot with our wills sway back the wave of poverty which is sweeping over this country; but just as far as the Lord shall provide us with means, we shall break every yoke, and let the oppressed go free. We cannot look upon our people, and see them in distress, and yet like the priest and Levite, pass by on the other side. Jesus said, “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me.” [Matthew 25:40.] I am glad that in a limited degree the Lord has permitted me to act the part of Joseph, and all I wish is, that I had more means with which to relieve the prevailing distress.

In Heavenly Places

Loyal to One Another, June 20

HP 178.4

Never let your tongue and voice be employed in discovering and dilating upon the defects of your brethren, for the record of heaven identifies Christ’s interests with those He has purchased with His own blood. “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren,” He says, “ye have done it unto me” (Matthew 25:40). We are to learn to be loyal to one another, to be true as steel in the defense of our brethren. Look to your own defects. You had better discover one of your own faults than ten of your brother’s. Remember that Christ has prayed for these, His brethren, that they all might be one as He is one with the Father. Seek to the uttermost of your capabilities to be in harmony with your brethren to the extent of Christ’s measurement, as He is one with the Father....

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 9 (1894)

Ms 19, 1894

9LtMs, Ms 19, 1894, par. 13

I appeal to all our brethren and sisters to bear in mind the words of Christ, “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these, my brethren, ye have done it unto me.” [Matthew 25:40.] Jesus, the world’s Redeemer, gave His precious life to save fallen man; every son and daughter of Adam is His purchased possession. He paid the infinite price, the ransom money [of] His own precious life to redeem man: therefore He identifies His interest with suffering humanity. He requires every man to be interested for his fellow man, making the Word of God his standard of duty. With meekness and lowliness of heart we are to show reverence and love to Him who hath bought us, giving His own life that “whosoever believeth on him should not perish, but have eternal life.” [John 3:15.] Then let love and tender regard toward our fellow men be ever revealed, not merely in words, but in deeds.

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 10 (1895)

Ms 59, 1895

10LtMs, Ms 59, 1895, par. 4

In the afternoon Brother Pallant came to inform me that my books had come from the Echo office in Melbourne. I sent for a supply to give to the destitute. Those who could have them and pay for them and do not are the most in need of them, and I shall place a set in their homes. I shall supply those who want them and cannot buy, for they must have them. I see the need of economy in every line, but the reading matter treating on present truth the people must have. Sister Rousseau and May Lacey have gone to Sydney today to purchase more dry goods, which although out of immediate fashion is durable and washable, and I must clothe the naked. “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me.” [Matthew 25:40.]

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 10 (1895)

Lt 39, 1895

10LtMs, Lt 39, 1895, par. 17

Job says, “The cause that I knew not, I searched out.” [Job 29:16.] But there are so many cases that press upon our notice, and demand our charity that we have no need of hunting up cases at all. There are many poor who are distressed for want of food and clothing who are of the household of faith. Our purses will scarcely suffice to reach the needs of those we know. Jesus says, “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me.” [Matthew 25:40.] How precious are these words of comfort to the poor!

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 11 (1896)

Ms 40, 1896

11LtMs, Ms 40, 1896, par. 9

This is a most poverty-stricken region. But if the workers will give back to God their entrusted ability, acting their part disinterestedly, the Lord God of hosts will work with them. Many will come here who need pity and compassion. They will need succor, for they will be weak. Young men will come on these grounds, who will need help. In the strength of Him whose lovingkindness is exercised toward the helpless, the ignorant, and those counted as the least of His little ones, their future must be shaped. “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren,” Christ says, “ye have done it unto me.” [Matthew 25:40.] The brows of those who do this work will wear the crown of sacrifice. They will receive their reward for acting their part in this enterprise of establishing and carrying forward a school which will give the proper education. But if at the very start of the work strife is seen, if suspicion is peddled around and traded upon, doubt and unbelief will be sown in the minds of those who shall come on the ground.

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 11 (1896)

Ms 1, 1896

11LtMs, Ms 1, 1896, par. 2

Many of the Auditing Committee have not been men wise concerning the things which they were handling. Wrong decisions have been made. Those who were counted worthy to hold forth the Word of life and minister to souls ready to perish, deserve different treatment to that which they have received. The Auditing Committee has not always tried, with most humble prayer for guidance, to act in every case toward the servants of Jesus Christ as they would to the person of Christ, or as they themselves would wish to be treated. But said Christ, “inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me.” [Matthew 25:40.]

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 11 (1896)

Lt 97, 1896

11LtMs, Lt 97, 1896, par. 12

How will you answer to God for this cruel work? The brethren toward whom you feel so bitterly are God’s children. Their Master has said, “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me.” [Matthew 25:40.] These brethren feel that they have a duty to do by standing in their positions as faithful stewards. They are not working in their own interests. Had they stepped on one side, and given everything into your hands, these wicked, unchristian sentiments would not have come. But because your track has been crossed, you have acted in a way which shows that if your will and opinion is crossed in any way, you will depart from Bible principles, and your heart [will] be filled with hatred against those who have given no real cause for such feelings. You have not revealed a heart subdued and softened by the grace of Christ. With such a spirit as you have manifested, would it be safe for you to enter the family of God? Not as you are could you enter there. Unless you are converted, soul, body, and spirit, you will not compose part of the family of God.

11LtMs, Lt 97, 1896, par. 45

Never let your tongue and voice be employed in discovering and dilating upon the defects of your brethren, for the record of heaven identifies Christ’s interests with those whom He has purchased with His own blood. “Inasmuch much as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren,” he says, “ye have done it unto me.” [Matthew 25:40.] We are to learn to be loyal to one another, to be true as steel in the defense of our brethren. Look to your own defects. You had better discover one of your own faults then ten of your brother’s. Remember that Christ has prayed, for these, His brethren, that they all might be one as He is one with the Father. Seek to the uttermost of your capabilities to be in harmony with your brethren to the extent of Christ’s measurement—as He is one with the Father. Then your evil thinking and evil speaking will cease. You will not become bitter and hard against them because they do not make enough of your merits and show special partiality to you. Those who are missionaries for the Master will have the spirit of truth and righteousness.

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 11 (1896)

Ms 68, 1896

11LtMs, Ms 68, 1896, par. 7

Never let your tongue and voice by employed in discovering and dilating upon the defects of your brethren, for the record of heaven identifies Christ’s interests with those He has purchased with His own blood. “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren,” He says, “ye have done it unto me.” [Matthew 25:40.] We are to learn to be loyal to one another, to be true as steel in the defense of our brethren. Look to your own defects. You had better discover one of your own faults than ten of your brother’s. Remember that Christ has prayed for these, His brethren, that they all might be one as He is one with the Father. Seek to the uttermost of your capabilities to be in harmony with your brethren to the extent of Christ’s measurement, as He is one with the Father. Then your evil thinking and evil speaking will cease. You will not become bitter and hard against them because they do not make enough of your merits and show special partiality to you. Those who are missionaries for the Master will have the spirit of truth and righteousness.

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 12 (1897)

Ms 176, 1897

12LtMs, Ms 176, 1897, par. 72

We had an interview with Brother and Sister Wilson. Brother Wilson is improving in health. I thank the Lord for this. They are much encouraged. May the Lord spare their lives is my prayer, for such faithful souls are of great value. I had let Sister Wilson have dress goods costing one pound. She presented the pound to me and when I told her the dress was a present she wept like a child. Brother Wilson has been unable to labor as usual for some months, and any favor shown them is as if shown to our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. “Inasmuch as ye have done kindness and favor to my chosen ones, ye have,” said Christ, “done it unto me.” [Matthew 25:40.] Oh, the Lord would have us cultivate kindness and compassion for one another!

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 14 (1899)

Ms 199, 1899

14LtMs, Ms 199, 1899, par. 8

[You] link up with unbelievers or men who have evidence having no connection with God, obtaining through pressure the assent to erect a building in Boulder that could not be paid for, and yet you continue to run the work in Chicago which God has never advised you to do. Then there are censures and condemnation poured out upon the board because they do not help you in draining the endless load that you have attached to yourself. But the Lord does not look upon the ministers in the light J. H. Kellogg looks at them. How is the world to receive the gospel message [when] you place ministers in public meetings in a most depreciative condition? Christ says, “It was Me that was humiliated.” [See Matthew 25:40.] God has been looking and has been insulted in the persons of His saints.

Manuscript Releases, vol. 15 [Nos. 1136-1185]

More Love Needed

15MR 155.2

I know of nothing more injurious to the souls than this habit of talking of one another’s errors, of reporting every unfavorable tale that is brought to your ears, and of magnifying the mistakes of a brother. When a brother’s fault comes to your notice, how much better it would be to go to him with it, following out the Bible rule that has been given by Him who owns the souls of all men. An infinite price has been paid to ransom the souls of men from the power of the enemy, and how terrible it is for one who professes to love God to set forth the mistakes and errors of his brethren in high colors. He is doing a wicked work against Jesus in the person of His saints. The rebuke of God is upon all who engage in such work; they are doing the work of Satan. The Lord has declared, “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me” (Matthew 25:40).

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 16 (1901)

Ms 24, 1901

16LtMs, Ms 24, 1901, par. 3

As Brother McElhaney now stands, he is not accepted of God, neither can he be while he utterly ignores his past course of action. God says, “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me.” [Matthew 25:40.] If Brother McElhaney had cleansed the soul-temple, his course would not now be as it is represented to be, disapproved by God. If he continues in the business in which he is now engaged, he will be drawn into temptation, and his understanding of the truth will be perverted. In principle he is not a Bible Christian. Measured by worldly policy he will pass, but let him look into the mirror of God’s law, the transcript of God’s character, and he will see how far short he falls of meeting the requirements of God. Unless he repents, he will be weighed in the balances and found wanting.

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 17 (1902)

Lt 43, 1902

17LtMs, Lt 43, 1902, par. 11

Our work has been marked out for us by our heavenly Father. We are to take our Bibles and go forth to warn the world. We are to be God’s helping hand in saving souls. We are to be channels through which His love is day by day to flow to the perishing. The realization of the great work in which he has the privilege of taking part ennobles and sanctifies the true worker. He is filled with the faith that works by love and purifies the soul. Nothing is drudgery to the one who submits to the will of God. “Doing it unto the Lord” [Matthew 25:40] is a thought that throws a charm over the work that God gives him to do.

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 17 (1902)

Ms 26, 1902

17LtMs, Ms 26, 1902, par. 32

Many of these reckless talkers do not know what they are doing. They cannot see that their words discourage the ones whom God has appointed to represent Jesus Christ and His truth for this time. In relieving suffering humanity, consecrated physicians are doing the work of the great Restorer who has said, “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these My brethren, ye have done it unto Me.” [Matthew 25:40.]

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 17 (1902)

Ms 109, 1902

17LtMs, Ms 109, 1902, par. 3

I am instructed to say, Watch carefully, prayerfully, conscientiously, lest the mind become so engrossed with many important business transactions that true godliness is overlooked, and love is quenched from the soul, notwithstanding the great and pitiful need of your being God’s helping hand to the blind and to all others who are unfortunate. The most friendless demand the most attention. Use your time and strength in learning to be “fervent in spirit,” to deal justly, and to love mercy, “serving the Lord.” [Romans 12:11.] Remember that Christ says, “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these My brethren, ye have done it unto Me.” [Matthew 25:40.]

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 17 (1902)

Ms 132, 1902

17LtMs, Ms 132, 1902, par. 12

The Saviour declares, “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these My brethren, ye have done it unto Me.” [Matthew 25:40.] The incident of the good Samaritan is given as an illustration of our duty to those in need of sympathy and help. The Jews had been instructed by their leaders to despise the Samaritans; but Jesus showed that one of this hated class was far in advance of the priests in performing deeds of compassion, mercy, and benevolence. The Levites, chosen to fill sacred, holy offices among God’s favored people, did not improve this opportunity to do good, and thus to place on record an example that all should follow in treating such cases. The Samaritan, scorned by priest and Levite, despised by the Jews as a member of a despised people, has been pointed out by Christ as one who obeyed the law of human kindness, as one who showed true mercy. His compassionate act the Saviour extols and stamps with the seal of divine approval. The merciful deed of this Samaritan has been recorded as an exemplification of man’s duty to his fellow man.

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 19 (1904)

Lt 111a, 1904

19LtMs, Lt 111a, 1904, par. 11

“Love as brethren, be pitiful, be courteous.” [1 Peter 3:8.] We need now, just now, the impartation of the Holy Spirit. The Lord Jesus has much to bear in dealing with us. He is hurt when we hurt one another. “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these My brethren,” He says, “ye have done it unto Me.” [Matthew 25:40.]

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 21 (1906)

Lt 46, 1906

21LtMs, Lt 46, 1906, par. 11

Brethren, will you please understand that you are dealing with the Lord’s servants. “Inasmuch,” Christ said, “as ye have done it unto one of the least of these My brethren, ye have done it unto Me.” [Matthew 25:40.] This careless manner of working must come to an end. I have been shown that the masterly power exercised must cease. Remember that other men and women have capabilities, as well as yourselves.

Manuscript Releases, vol. 13 [Nos. 1000-1080]

MR No. 1044—Deficiencies and Mistakes of Gospel Workers not to be Publicized

13MR 275.4

God’s children are very precious in His sight, and those who by pen or voice weaken the influence of even the least of those who believe in Jesus Christ, are registered in heaven as injurers of the Lord Himself. “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me” [Matthew 25:40]. We need to remember that we should guard carefully our thoughts, our feelings, our words, our actions, lest we wound and bruise the Saviour in the person of His saints; for He has told us plainly that He identifies Himself with suffering humanity. Not one of God’s faithful ones will receive the honor of a crown of life in the kingdom of glory, who has not passed through severe conflicts and trials. Everyone who wins in running the race for the immortal crown will have striven lawfully.

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 23 (1908)

Lt 132, 1908

23LtMs, Lt 132, 1908, par. 9

Teachers are to be prepared for many lines of work. Schools are to be established in places where no efforts have been made. Missionaries are needed to go to other states where little work has been done. Truth, Bible truth, is to be presented in many places. Christ is represented as identifying Himself with all the needy upon earth when He says, “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these, My brethren, ye have done it unto Me.” [Matthew 25:40.]