EGW WritingsPsalms 144

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 2 (1869 - 1875)

Ms 6, 1873

2LtMs, Ms 6, 1873, par. 24

We are not feeling well. We rested but little during the night. My husband spoke to the people in the forenoon with considerable freedom from Matthew 19:28-30. I spoke to the people in the afternoon in regard to praising the Lord. I read 144th and 145th Psalms and made remarks in regard to our lack of praising the Lord. The people seemed to feel the necessity of awakening to a realizing sense of God’s mercies and unbounded goodness. We had many very precious testimonies to the point. We felt that our meeting had not been without some good results.

The Upward Look

Human Wisdom Is Foolishness, June 18

UL 183.1

Lord, what is man, that thou takest knowledge of him! or the son of man, that thou makest account of him! Psalm 144:3.

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 17 (1902)

Lt 208a, 1902

17LtMs, Lt 208a, 1902, par. 37

“Lord, what is man, that Thou takest knowledge of him! or the son of man, that Thou makest account of him! Man is like to vanity: his days are as a shadow that passeth away.” [Psalm 144:3, 4.]

Patriarchs and Prophets

Chapter 8—After the Flood

PP 109.3

More terrible manifestations than the world has ever yet beheld, will be witnessed at the second advent of Christ. “The mountains quake at Him, and the hills melt, and the earth is burned at His presence, yea, the world, and all that dwell therein. Who can stand before His indignation? and who can abide in the fierceness of His anger?” Nahum 1:5, 6. “Bow Thy heavens, O Lord, and come down: touch the mountains, and they shall smoke. Cast forth lightning, and scatter them: shoot out Thine arrows, and destroy them.” Psalm 144:5, 6.

The Spirit of Prophecy, vol. 1

Chapter 7—The Flood

1SP 84.1

“Bow thy heavens, O Lord, and come down: touch the mountains, and they shall smoke. Cast forth lightning, and scatter them: shoot out thine arrows, and destroy them.” Psalm 144:5, 6.

The Signs of the Times

March 13, 1879

ST March 13, 1879, par. 9

“Bow thy heavens, O Lord, and come down: touch the mountains, and they shall smoke. Cast forth lightning, and scatter them: shoot out thine arrows, and destroy them.” Psalm 144:5, 6.

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 17 (1902)

Ms 21, 1902

17LtMs, Ms 21, 1902, par. 28

“Bow thy heavens, O Lord, and come down: touch the mountains, and they shall smoke. Cast forth lightning, and scatter them: shoot out thine arrows, and destroy them.” [Psalm 144:5, 6.]

Counsels to Parents, Teachers, and Students

Christ’s Labor for Humanity

CT 496.1

That education alone which brings the student into close relation with the Great Teacher is true education. The youth are to be taught to look to Christ as their guide. They are to be taught lessons of forbearance and trust, of true goodness and kindness of heart, of perseverance and steadfastness. Their characters are to answer to the words of David: “That our sons may be as plants grown up in their youth; that our daughters may be as cornerstones, polished after the similitude of a palace.” Psalm 144:12.

The Acts of the Apostles

Chapter 58—The Church Triumphant

AA 599.1

Paul and the other apostles, and all the righteous who have lived since then, have acted their part in the building of the temple. But the structure is not yet complete. We who are living in this age have a work to do, a part to act. We are to bring to the foundation material that will stand the test of fire—gold, silver, and precious stones, “polished after the similitude of a palace.” Psalm 144:12. To those who thus build for God, Paul speaks words of encouragement and warning: “If any man’s work abide which he hath built thereupon, he shall receive a reward. If any man’s work shall be burned, he shall suffer loss: but he himself shall be saved; yet so as by fire.” 1 Corinthians 3:14, 15. The Christian who faithfully presents the word of life, leading men and women into the way of holiness and peace, is bringing to the foundation material that will endure, and in the kingdom of God he will be honored as a wise builder.

The Faith I Live By

The Grandest Work of All, September 15

FLB 264.1

That our sons may be as plants grown up in their youth; that our daughters may be as corner stones, polished after the similitude of a palace. Psalm 144:12.

This Day With God

God’s Promise to Parents, July 29

TDG 219.1

That our sons may be as plants grown up in their youth; that our daughters may be as corner stones, polished after the similitude of a palace. Psalm 144:12.

From Splendor to Shadow

The Surpassing Beauty of the Temple

SS 18.3

Of unrivaled splendor was the palatial building Solomon erected for God and His worship. Garnished with precious stones and lined with carved cedar and burnished gold, the temple with its rich furnishings was a fit emblem of the living church of God on earth, which through the ages has been building with materials that have been likened to “gold, silver, [and] precious stones,” “polished after the similitude of a palace.” 1 Corinthians 3:12; Psalm 144:12. Christ is “the chief Cornerstone; in whom all the building fitly framed together groweth unto an holy temple in the Lord.” Ephesians 2:20, 21.

Christ in His Sanctuary

A Temple of Unrivaled Splendor

CIHS 61.2

Of surpassing beauty and unrivaled splendor was the palatial building which Solomon and his associates erected for God and His worship. Garnished with precious stones, surrounded by spacious courts with magnificent approaches, and lined with carved cedar and burnished gold, the temple structure, with its broidered hangings and rich furnishings, was a fit emblem of the living church of God on earth, which through the ages has been building in accordance with the divine pattern, with materials that have been likened to “gold, silver, precious stones,” “polished after the similitude of a palace.” 1 Corinthians 3:12; Psalm 144:12.1Prophets and Kings, 35, 36.

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 7 (1891-1892)

Ms 17, 1891

7LtMs, Ms 17, 1891, par. 19

When children are born to parents who have practical godliness, they will not be troubled as to how to educate them to meet the world’s standard, but their question will be, “How shall we order the education of our children to please the Lord?” They will search the living oracles that they may understand the way of the Lord and lead their children to Christ. They will teach them the precepts of Christ and train them to be workers together with God, saying, “That our sons may be as plants grown up in their youth; that our daughters may be as corner stones, polished after the similitude of a palace.” [Psalm 144:12.]

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 18 (1903)

Lt 139, 1903

18LtMs, Lt 139, 1903, par. 4

I am awakened in the night season, saying, “Trust not in men, and make not flesh your arm.” [See Jeremiah 17:5.] By the mighty cleaver of truth God has brought His people, as rough stones, from the quarry of the world. These stones must be squared and polished. The rough edges must be removed. This is a painful process; but it is a necessary one. Without it, we could not be prepared for a place in God’s temple. By trial, by warnings, by admonitions, God seeks to prepare us to fulfil His purpose. If we co-operate with Him, our characters will be fashioned “after the similitude of a palace.” [Psalm 144:12.] It is the specified work of the Comforter to transform us. At times it is hard for us to submit to the purifying, refining process. But this we must do if we would be saved at last.

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 19 (1904)

Ms 42, 1904

19LtMs, Ms 42, 1904, par. 2

The work of reformation that is needed must begin in the home. There rests upon parents the most solemn obligation to train their children in the fear and love of God. In the home the purest morals are to be preserved. Strict obedience to Bible requirements is to be taught. The Word of God is to control mind and heart, that the home life may demonstrate the power of the revelation of God. Each member of the family is to be “polished after the similitude of a palace” by the divine principles and precepts. [Psalm 144:12.]

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 22 (1907)

Ms 99, 1907

22LtMs, Ms 99, 1907, par. 7

Students are to be taught to seek the counsel of God in prayer. They are to be taught to look to their Creator as their unerring Guide. They are to be taught the lessons of forbearance and trust, of true goodness and kindness of heart. They are to learn the lesson of perseverance. Their characters are to answer to the words of David, “That our sons may be as plants grown up in their youth; that our daughters may be as corner stones, polished after the similitude of a palace.” [Psalm 144:12.] In all this they are qualifying for service in the missionary field.

In Heavenly Places

Preparing for Heaven’s School, July 23

HP 211.1

That our sons may be as plants grown up in their youth; that our daughters may be as corner stones, polished after the similitude of a palace. Psalm 144:12.

Lift Him Up

Moral Powers to Be Tested, September 14

LHU 271.1

Our sons in their youth will be like well-nurtured plants, and our daughters will be like pillars carved to adorn a palace. Psalm 144:12, NIV.

Maranatha

The Place to Begin Witnessing, April 4

Mar 102.1

That our sons may be as plants grown up in their youth; that our daughters may be as corner stones, polished after the similitude of a palace. Psalm 144:12.

Mind, Character, and Personality, vol. 1

Chapter 19—Parental Influences

1MCP 163.1

Controlled by Divine Principles—There rests upon parents the most solemn obligation to train their children in the fear and love of God. In the home the purest morals are to be preserved. Strict obedience to Bible requirements is to be taught. The teachings of the Word of God are to control mind and heart of the homelife may demonstrate the power of the grace of God. Each member of the family is to be “polished after the similitude of a palace” (Psalm 144:12) by the divine principles and precepts.—The Review and Herald, November 10, 1904.

My Life Today

Characters Polished After the Similitude of a Palace, September 21

ML 268.1

That our sons may be as plants grown up in their youth; that our daughters may be as corner stones, polished after the similitude of a palace. Psalm 144:12.

Prophets and Kings

Chapter 2—The Temple and Its Dedication

PK 36.1

Of surpassing beauty and unrivaled splendor was the palatial building which Solomon and his associates erected for God and His worship. Garnished with precious stones, surrounded by spacious courts with magnificent approaches, and lined with carved cedar and burnished gold, the temple structure, with its broidered hangings and rich furnishings, was a fit emblem of the living church of God on earth, which through the ages has been building in accordance with the divine pattern, with materials that have been likened to “gold, silver, precious stones,” “polished after the similitude of a palace.” 1 Corinthians 3:12; Psalm 144:12. Of this spiritual temple Christ is “the chief Cornerstone; in whom all the building fitly framed together groweth unto an holy temple in the Lord.” Ephesians 2:20, 21.

Reflecting Christ

Christ Bestows the Graces Needed, June 5

RC 170.1

That our sons may be as plants grown up in their youth; that our daughters may be as corner stones, polished after the similitude of a palace. Psalm 144:12.

Reflecting Christ

Building of God’s Temple Goes Forward, July 29

RC 224.5

Paul and the other apostles, and all the righteous who have lived since then, have acted their part in the building of the temple. But the structure is not yet complete. We who are living in this age have a work to do, a part to act. We are to bring to the foundation material that will stand the test of fire—gold, silver, and precious stones, “polished after the similitude of a palace” (Psalm 144:12). To those who thus build for God, Paul speaks words of encouragement ...: “If any man’s work abide which he hath built thereupon, he shall receive a reward.” ... The Christian who faithfully presents the word of life, leading men and women into the way of holiness and peace, is bringing to the foundation material that will endure, and in the kingdom of God He will be honored as a wise builder.—The Acts of the Apostles, 598, 599.

My Life Today

The Happiest People in the World, June 6

ML 161.1

Happy is that people, whose God is the Lord. Psalm 144:15.

Patriarchs and Prophets

Chapter 10—The Tower of Babel

PP 117.3

On the other hand, the reverence manifested by Shem and Japheth for their father, and thus for the divine statutes, promised a brighter future for their descendants. Concerning these sons it was declared: “Blessed be Jehovah, God of Shem; and Canaan shall be his servant. God shall enlarge Japheth, and he shall dwell in the tents of Shem; and Canaan shall be his servant.” The line of Shem was to be that of the chosen people, of God’s covenant, of the promised Redeemer. Jehovah was the God of Shem. From him would descend Abraham, and the people of Israel, through whom Christ was to come. “Happy is that people, whose God is the Lord.” Psalm 144:15. And Japheth “shall dwell in the tents of Shem.” In the blessings of the gospel the descendants of Japheth were especially to share.

Sons and Daughters of God

Happy Home Atmosphere Promotes Health, June 10

SD 168.1

Happy is that people, whose God is the Lord. Psalm 144:15.

That I May Know Him

“The Spot of His Children,” May 1

TMK 127.1

Happy is that people, that is in such a case: yea, happy is that people, whose God is the Lord. Psalm 144:15.

Radiant Religion

Trust in the Lord, March 3

RRe 64.1

Happy is that people, that is in such a case: yea, happy is that people, whose God is the Lord. Psalm 144:15.