EGW WritingsPsalms 19
Ellen G. White
Read Psalms 19 in the BiblePsalms 19:1-2
Patriarchs and Prophets
Chapter 2—The Creation
PP 48.3
God designs that the Sabbath shall direct the minds of men to the contemplation of His created works. Nature speaks to their senses, declaring that there is a living God, the Creator, the Supreme Ruler of all. “The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament showeth His handiwork. Day unto day uttereth speech, and night unto night showeth knowledge.” Psalm 19:1, 2. The beauty that clothes the earth is a token of God’s love. We may behold it in the everlasting hills, in the lofty trees, in the opening buds and the delicate flowers. All speak to us of God. The Sabbath, ever pointing to Him who made them all, bids men open the great book of nature and trace therein the wisdom, the power, and the love of the Creator.To Be Like Jesus
A Day Pointing to God’s Power and Love, May 3
BLJ 134.5
God designs that the Sabbath shall direct the minds of all people to the contemplation of His created works. Nature speaks to their senses, declaring that there is a living God, the Creator, the Supreme Ruler of all. “The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament sheweth his handiwork. Day unto day uttereth speech, and night unto night sheweth knowledge” (Psalm 19:1, 2). The beauty that clothes the earth is a token of God’s love. We may behold it in the everlasting hills, in the lofty trees, in the opening buds and the delicate flowers. All speak to us of God. The Sabbath, ever pointing to Him who made them all, bids men and women open the great book of nature and trace therein the wisdom, the power, and the love of the Creator.—Patriarchs and Prophets, 47, 48.Homeward Bound
An Expression of Thanks, June 19
HB 192.5
God designs that the Sabbath shall direct our minds to the contemplation of His created works. Nature speaks to our senses, declaring that there is a living God, the Creator, the Supreme Ruler of all. “The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament showeth His handiwork. Day unto day uttereth speech, and night unto night showeth knowledge.” (Psalm 19:1, 2.) The beauty that clothes the earth is a token of God’s love. We may behold it in the everlasting hills, in the lofty trees, in the opening buds and the delicate flowers. All speak to us of God. The Sabbath, ever pointing to Him who made them all, bids us open the great book of nature and trace therein the wisdom, the power, and the love of the Creator.—Patriarchs and Prophets, 47, 48.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 13 (1898)
Lt 31, 1898
13LtMs, Lt 31, 1898, par. 29
The Lord draws very nigh to His people on the day that He has blessed and sanctified. “The heavens declare the glory of God, and the firmament showeth his handywork. Day unto day uttereth speech, and night unto night showeth knowledge.” [Psalm 19:1, 2.] The Sabbath is God’s memorial, pointing men to their Creator, who made the world and all things that are therein. In the everlasting hills, in the lofty trees, in every opening bud and blooming flower we may behold the work of the great master-artist. All speak to us of God and His glory.Psalms 19:1-3
Counsels to Parents, Teachers, and Students
The Word and Works of God
CT 453.1
God calls upon teachers to behold the heavens and to study His works in nature. “The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament showeth His handiwork. Day unto day uttereth speech, and night unto night showeth knowledge. There is no speech nor language, where their voice is not heard.” Psalm 19:1-3. Shall we not strive to understand the wonderful works of God? We should do well to read often the nineteenth psalm, that we may understand how the Lord binds up His law with His created works.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 14 (1899)
Ms 96, 1899
14LtMs, Ms 96, 1899, par. 1
God calls upon teachers to behold the heavens and study the works of God in nature. “The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament showeth his handywork. Day unto day uttereth speech, and night unto night showeth knowledge. There is no speech nor language where their voice is not heard.” [Psalm 19:1-3.] Shall we not commit to memory the lessons nature teaches? Shall we not open the eyes of our senses; and take in the beautiful things of God? We would do well to read often the nineteenth psalm that we may understand how the Lord binds up His law with His created works.Manuscript Releases, vol. 7 [Nos. 419-525]
MR No. 515—Counsels Regarding Medical Work
7MR 372.2
Those who read and listen to the sophistries that prevail in this age do not know God as He is. They contradict the Word of God, and extol and worship nature in the place of the Creator. While we may discern the working of God in the things He has created, these things are not God. Nature’s voice is heard in its influence upon the senses. Her voice, the Word declares, is heard to the end of the world. The physical creation testifies of God and Jesus Christ as the great Creator of all things. “All things were made by him; and without him was not anything made that was made. In him was life; and the life was the light of men” (John 1:3, 4). The psalmist bears witness, “The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament sheweth his handywork. Day unto day uttereth speech, and night unto night sheweth knowledge. There is no speech nor language, where their voice is not heard” (Psalm 19:1-3)....Manuscript Releases, vol. 13 [Nos. 1000-1080]
MR No. 1043—The Bible as Our Study Book
13MR 260.1
God calls upon teachers to behold the heavens and study the works of God in nature. [Psalm 19:1-3, quoted.] Shall we not commit to memory the lessons nature teaches? Shall we not open the eyes of our senses and take in the beautiful things of God? We would do well to read often the nineteenth psalm, that we may understand how the Lord binds up His law with His created works.Selected Messages Book 1
Chapter 42—The Revelation of God
1SM 293.2
The psalmist says: “The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament sheweth his handywork. Day unto day uttereth speech, and night unto night sheweth knowledge. There is no speech nor language, where their voice is not heard” (Psalm 19:1-3). Some may suppose that these grand things in the natural world are God. They are not God. All these wonders in the heavens are only doing the work appointed them. They are the Lord’s agencies. God is the superintendent, as well as the Creator, of all things. The Divine Being is engaged in upholding the things that He has created. The same hand that holds the mountains and balances them in position, guides the worlds in their mysterious march around the sun.Testimonies for the Church, vol. 8
Nature Testifies Of God
8T 257.1
“The heavens declare the glory of God;And the firmament showeth His handiwork.
Day unto day uttereth speech,
And night unto night showeth knowledge.
There is no speech nor language,
Where their voice is not heard.” Psalm 19:1-3.
The Upward Look
The God of Science and Revelation, September 21
UL 278.2
Those who read and listen to the sophistries that prevail in this age do not know God as He is. They contradict the Word of God, and extol and worship nature in the place of the Creator. While we may discern the workings of God in the things He has created, these things are not God.... The physical creation testifies of God and Jesus Christ as the great Creator of all things. “All things were made by him; and without him was not any thing made that was made. In him was life; and the life was the light of men” (John 1:3, 4). The psalmist bears witness, “The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament sheweth his handywork. Day unto day uttereth speech, and night unto night sheweth knowledge. There is no speech nor language, where their voice is not heard” (Psalm 19:1-3)....With God at Dawn
The Heavens Declare His Glory, January 9
WGD 11.1
The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament sheweth his handywork. Day unto day uttereth speech, and night unto night sheweth knowledge. There is no speech nor language where their voice is not heard. Psalm 19:1-3.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 13 (1898)
Ms 117, 1898
13LtMs, Ms 117, 1898, par. 5
Those who read and listen to the sophistries that prevail in this age do not know God as He is. They contradict the Word of God, and extol and worship nature in the place of the Creator. While we may discern the workings of God in the things He has created, these things are not God. Nature’s voice is heard in its influence upon the senses. Her voice, the Word declares, is heard to the end of the world. The physical creation testifies of God and Jesus Christ as the Great Creator of all things. “All things were made by him, and without him was not anything made that was made. In him was life, and the life was the light of men.” [John 1:3, 4.] The psalmist bears witness, “The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament sheweth his handywork. Day unto day uttereth speech, and night unto night sheweth knowledge. There is no speech nor language where their voice is not heard.” [Psalm 19:1-3.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 13 (1898)
Ms 86, 1898
13LtMs, Ms 86, 1898, par. 12
Nature declares the glory of God. The psalmist says: “The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament showeth his handywork. Day unto day uttereth speech, and night unto night showeth knowledge. There is no speech nor language where their voice is not heard.” [Psalm 19:1-3.]Psalms 19:1-11
Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 17 (1902)
Ms 116, 1902
17LtMs, Ms 116, 1902, par. 50
“The heavens declare the glory of God, and the firmament showeth His handiwork. Day unto day uttereth speech, and night unto night showeth knowledge. There is no speech nor language where their voice is not heard. Their line is gone out through all the earth, and their words to the end of the world. In them hath He set a tabernacle for the sun, which is as a bridegroom coming out of his chamber, and rejoiceth as a strong man to run a race. His going forth is from the end of the heaven, and His circuit unto the ends of it; and there is nothing hid from the heat thereof. The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple. The statutes of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart: the commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes. The fear of the Lord is clean, enduring forever: the judgments of the Lord are true, and righteous altogether. More to be desired are they than gold, yea, than much fine gold: sweeter also than honey and the honeycomb. Moreover by them is Thy servant warned: and in keeping of them there is great reward.” [Psalm 19:1-11.]Psalms 19:1-14
Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 13 (1898)
Ms 76, 1898
13LtMs, Ms 76, 1898, par. 7
“The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” [Psalm 19:7.] “But the wicked shall do wickedly, and none of the wicked shall understand: but the wise shall understand.” [Daniel 12:10.] “The testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple. The statutes of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart; the commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes. The fear of the Lord is clean, enduring forever. The judgments of the Lord are true and righteous altogether. More to be desired are they than gold, yea, than much fine gold; sweeter also than honey and the honeycomb. Moreover by them is thy servant warned, and in keeping of them there is great reward.” [Psalm 19:7-11.]13LtMs, Ms 76, 1898, par. 8
These words all the students in our school need to appreciate. Then they can pray intelligently. “Who can understand his errors? cleanse thou me from secret faults. Keep back thy servant also from presumptuous sins: Let them not have dominion over me: then shall I be upright, and I shall be innocent from the great transgression. Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O Lord, my strength and my Redeemer.” [Verses 12-14.]13LtMs, Ms 76, 1898, par. 9
The youth have talents, but unless they shall consecrate these talents to God, they cannot speak intelligently of the 19th Psalm. When as students they shall understand the infinite sacrifice made for them by the only begotten Son of God, they will realize their responsibility as servants of Jesus Christ. The great humiliation and suffering borne by Him in behalf of the human race is not appreciated. If it were only understood, an altogether purer and more healthful atmosphere would surround the souls of those who take the names of Christians.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 23 (1908)
Lt 382, 1908
23LtMs, Lt 382, 1908, par. 13
The Lord would have us awake to our true spiritual condition. He desires that every soul shall humble heart and mind before Him. The words of inspiration found in the nineteenth and twentieth Psalms are presented to me for our people. It is our privilege to accept these precious promises and to believe the warnings. I pray that our hearts may be fully awake to the perils that surround those who are indifferent to the soul’s eternal welfare. We need to search the Scriptures as never before. The Word of God is to be our educator, our guide. We are to understand: What saith the Scriptures.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 12 (1897)
Ms 16, 1897
12LtMs, Ms 16, 1897, par. 1
“The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament sheweth his handiwork. Day unto day uttereth speech, and night unto night sheweth knowledge. There is no speech nor language, where their voice is not heard. Their line is gone out through all the earth, and their words to the end of the world. In them hath he set a tabernacle for the sun, which is as a bridegroom coming out of his chamber, and rejoiceth as a strong man to run a race. His going forth is from the end of the heavens, and his circuit unto the ends of it; and there is nothing hid from the heat thereof.” [Psalm 19:1-6.]12LtMs, Ms 16, 1897, par. 7
“The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul; the testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple. The statutes of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart: the commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes. The fear of the Lord is clean, enduring forever: the judgments of the Lord are true and righteous altogether. More to be desired are they than gold, yea, than much fine gold: sweeter also than honey and the honeycomb. Moreover by them is thy servant warned, and in keeping of them there is great reward. Who can understand his errors? cleanse thou me from secret faults. Keep back thy servant also from presumptuous sins; let them not have dominion over me: then shall I be upright, and I shall be innocent from the great transgression. Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O Lord, my strength and my Redeemer.” [Psalm 19:7-14.]12LtMs, Ms 16, 1897, par. 15
“Wherefore the law is holy, and the commandment holy, and just and good. Was then that which is good made death unto me? God forbid. But sin, that it might appear sin, working death in me by that which is good; that sin by the commandment might become exceedingly sinful.” [Verses 12, 13.] Thus the law is our schoolmaster to bring us to Christ. The words of David are an enlightenment to the understanding: “The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul; the testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple. The statutes of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart; the commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes. ... Moreover by them is thy servant warned, and in keeping of them there is great reward.” [Psalm 19:7, 8, 11.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 13 (1898)
Ms 28, 1898
13LtMs, Ms 28, 1898, par. 8
“The heavens declare the glory of God, and the firmament showeth his handywork. Day unto day uttereth speech, and night unto night showeth knowledge. There is no speech where their language is not heard. Their line is gone out to all the earth and their words to the end of the world. In them hath he set a tabernacle for the sun, which is as a bridegroom coming out of his chamber, and rejoicing as a strong man to run a race. His going forth is from the ends of heaven, and his circuit unto the ends of it; and there is nothing hid from the heat thereof.” [Psalm 19:1-6.]13LtMs, Ms 28, 1898, par. 10
“The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul; the testimony of the law is sure, making wise the simple. The statutes of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart, the commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes. The fear of the Lord is clean, enduring forever; the judgments of the Lord are true and righteous altogether. More to be desired are they than gold, yea, than much fine gold; sweeter also than honey and the honeycomb. Moreover by them is thy servant warned, and in keeping of them there is great reward. Who can understand his errors? Cleanse thou me from secret faults. Keep back thy servant from presumptuous sins; let them not have dominion over me: then shall I be upright, and I shall be innocent of the great transgression. Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O Lord, my strength and my Redeemer.” [Verses 7-14.]Psalms 19:2-3
To Be Like Jesus
Nature Testifies of a Master Artist and Designer, August 21
BLJ 247.1
Day unto day utters speech, and night unto night reveals knowledge. There is no speech nor language where their voice is not heard. Psalm 19:2, 3, NKJV.Psalms 19:2-4
The Ministry of Healing
Chapter 35—A True Knowledge of God
MH 412.2
“Day unto day uttereth speech,And night unto night showeth knowledge.
There is no speech nor language,
Without these their voice is heard.
Their line is gone out through all the earth,
And their words to the end of the world.” Habakkuk 3:3; Psalm 104:24; Psalm 19:2-4, margin.
Psalms 19:4-5
Radiant Religion
Sun of Righteousness Lights My Day, March 13
RRe 74.1
Their line is gone through all the earth, and their words to the end of the world. In them hath He set a tabernacle for the sun, which is as a bridegroom coming out of his chamber, and rejoiceth as a strong man to run a race. Psalm 19:4, 5.Psalms 19:7
Christ’s Object Lessons
Chapter 23—The Lord’s Vineyard
COL 285.3
It was the privilege of the Jewish nation to represent the character of God as it had been revealed to Moses. In answer to the prayer of Moses, “Show me Thy glory,” the Lord promised, “I will make all My goodness pass before thee.” Exodus 33:18, 19. “And the Lord passed by before him, and proclaimed, The Lord, the Lord God, merciful and gracious, longsuffering, and abundant in goodness and truth, keeping mercy for thousands, forgiving iniquity and transgression and sin.” Exodus 34:6, 7. This was the fruit that God desired from His people. In the purity of their characters, in the holiness of their lives, in their mercy and loving-kindness and compassion, they were to show that “the law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” Psalm 19:7.Prophets and Kings
Chapter 51—A Spiritual Revival
PK 623.4
In this age of the world, when Satan is seeking, through manifold agencies, to blind the eyes of men and women to the binding claims of the law of God, there is need of men who can cause many to “tremble at the commandment of our God.” Ezra 10:3. There is need of true reformers, who will point transgressors to the great Lawgiver and teach them that “the law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” Psalm 19:7. There is need of men mighty in the Scriptures, men whose every word and act exalts the statutes of Jehovah, men who seek to strengthen faith. Teachers are needed, oh, so much, who will inspire hearts with reverence and love for the Scriptures.Reflecting Christ
Sinners Brought Into Harmony With the Law, February 2
RC 47.4
“The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul” (Psalm 19:7). Without the law, men have no just conception of the purity and holiness of God or of their own guilt and uncleanness. They have no true conviction of sin and feel no need of repentance. Not seeing their lost condition as violators of God’s law, they do not realize their need of the atoning blood of Christ. The hope of salvation is accepted without a radical change of heart or reformation of life. Thus superficial conversions abound, and multitudes are joined to the church who have never been united to Christ.... By the Word and the Spirit of God are opened to men the great principles of righteousness embodied in His law.—The Great Controversy, 467-469.Reflecting Christ
The Meaning of God’s Law, February 19
RC 64.1
The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul. Psalm 19:7.Reflecting Christ
God’s Law of Love Perfected in Us, February 28
RC 73.5
Jesus said, Be perfect as your Father is perfect. If you are the children of God you are partakers of His nature, and you cannot but be like Him. Every child lives by the life of his father. If you are God’s children, begotten by His Spirit, you live by the life of God. In Christ dwells “all the fullness of the Godhead bodily” (Colossians 2:9); and the life of Jesus is made manifest “in our mortal flesh” (2 Corinthians 4:11). That life in you will produce the same character and manifest the same works as it did in Him. Thus you will be in harmony with every precept of His law; for “the law of the Lord is perfect, restoring the soul” (Psalm 19:7, margin). Through love “the righteousness of the law” will be “fulfilled in us, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit” (Romans 8:4).—Thoughts From the Mount of Blessing, 76-78.Selected Messages Book 1
Chapter 27—The Character of the Law of God
1SM 216.1
David says: “The law of the Lord is perfect” (Psalm 19:7). “Concerning thy testimonies, I have known of old that thou hast founded them for ever” (Psalm 119:152). And Paul testifies: “The law is holy, and the commandment holy, and just, and good” (Romans 7:12).1SM 217.1
Says the psalmist, “The law of the Lord is perfect” (Psalm 19:7). How wonderful in its simplicity, its comprehensiveness and perfection, is the law of Jehovah! It is so brief that we can easily commit every precept to memory, and yet so far-reaching as to express the whole will of God, and to take cognizance, not only of the outward actions, but of the thoughts and intents, the desires and emotions, of the heart. Human laws cannot do this. They can deal with the outward actions only. A man may be a transgressor, and yet conceal his misdeeds from human eyes; he may be a criminal—a thief, a murderer, or an adulterer—but so long as he is not discovered, the law cannot condemn him as guilty. The law of God takes note of the jealousy, envy, hatred, malignity, revenge, lust, and ambition that surge through the soul, but have not found expression in outward action, because the opportunity, not the will, has been wanting. And these sinful emotions will be brought into the account in the day when “God shall bring every work into judgment, with every secret thing, whether it be good, or whether it be evil” (Ecclesiastes 12:14).Sons and Daughters of God
The Law of God Is Perfect, February 2
SD 39.1
The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul. Psalm 19:7.Testimonies for the Church, vol. 8
Chapter 34—Christ Our Example
8T 207.1
By His life and death Christ taught that only in obedience to God’s commandments can man find safety and true greatness. “The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” Psalm 19:7. God’s law is a transcript of His character. It was given to man in the beginning as the standard of obedience. In succeeding ages this law was lost sight of. Hundreds of years after the Flood Abraham was called, and to him was given the promise that his descendants should exalt God’s law. In course of time the Israelites went into Egypt, where for many years they suffered grievous oppression at the hands of the Egyptians. After they had been in slavery for nearly four hundred years, God delivered them by a wonderful manifestation of His power. He revealed Himself to the Egyptians as the Ruler of the universe, One greater than all heathen deities.Testimonies for the Church, vol. 6
Chapter 26—God’s Design in Our Sanitariums
6T 221.1
We are called to represent to the world the character of God as it was revealed to Moses. In answer to the prayer of Moses, “Show me Thy glory,” the Lord promised, “I will make all My goodness pass before thee.” “And the Lord passed by before him, and proclaimed, The Lord, The Lord God, merciful and gracious, long-suffering, and abundant in goodness and truth, keeping mercy for thousands, forgiving iniquity and transgression and sin.” Exodus 33:18, 19; 34:6, 7. This is the fruit that God desires from His people. In the purity of their characters, in the holiness of their lives, in their mercy and loving-kindness and compassion, they are to demonstrate that the “law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” Psalm 19:7.Testimonies for the Church, vol. 6
Sabbath Meetings
6T 365.1
While we are exhorted not to forsake the assembling of ourselves together, these assemblies are not to be merely for our own refreshing. We are to be inspired with greater zeal to impart the consolation we have received. It is our duty to be very jealous for the glory of God and to bring no evil report, even by the sadness of the countenance or by ill-advised words, as if the requirements of God were a restriction upon our liberty. Even in this world of sorrow, disappointment, and sin the Lord desires us to be cheerful, and strong in His strength. The whole person is privileged to bear a decided testimony in every line. In features, in temper, in words, in character, we are to witness that the service of God is good. Thus we proclaim that “the law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” Psalm 19:7.Counsels for the Church
How to Receive Reproof
CCh 97.1
David learned wisdom from God’s dealings with him and bowed in humility beneath the chastisement of the Most High. The faithful portrayal of his true state by the prophet Nathan made David acquainted with his own sins and aided him to put them away. He accepted counsel meekly and humiliated himself before God. “The law of the Lord,” he exclaims, “is perfect, converting the soul.” Psalm 19:7.That I May Know Him
Wonderful Simplicity of the Law, October 15
TMK 294.1
The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple. Psalm 19:7.The Desire of Ages
Chapter 31—The Sermon on the Mount
DA 308.2
When the law was proclaimed from Sinai, God made known to men the holiness of His character, that by contrast they might see the sinfulness of their own. The law was given to convict them of sin, and reveal their need of a Saviour. It would do this as its principles were applied to the heart by the Holy Spirit. This work it is still to do. In the life of Christ the principles of the law are made plain; and as the Holy Spirit of God touches the heart, as the light of Christ reveals to men their need of His cleansing blood and His justifying righteousness, the law is still an agent in bringing us to Christ, that we may be justified by faith. “The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” Psalm 19:7.The Desire of Ages
Chapter 54—The Good Samaritan
DA 505.1
All this is but a fulfillment of the principle of the law,—the principle that is illustrated in the story of the good Samaritan, and made manifest in the life of Jesus. His character reveals the true significance of the law, and shows what is meant by loving our neighbor as ourselves. And when the children of God manifest mercy, kindness, and love toward all men, they also are witnessing to the character of the statutes of heaven. They are bearing testimony to the fact that “the law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” Psalm 19:7. And whoever fails to manifest this love is breaking the law which he professes to revere. For the spirit we manifest toward our brethren declares what is our spirit toward God. The love of God in the heart is the only spring of love toward our neighbor. “If a man say, I love God, and hateth his brother, he is a liar: for he that loveth not his brother whom he hath seen, how can he love God whom he hath not seen?” Beloved, “if we love one another, God dwelleth in us, and His love is perfected in us.” 1 John 4:20, 12.The Great Controversy
Chapter 27—Modern Revivals
GC 468.2
“The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” Psalm 19:7. Without the law, men have no just conception of the purity and holiness of God or of their own guilt and uncleanness. They have no true conviction of sin and feel no need of repentance. Not seeing their lost condition as violators of God’s law, they do not realize their need of the atoning blood of Christ. The hope of salvation is accepted without a radical change of heart or reformation of life. Thus superficial conversions abound, and multitudes are joined to the church who have never been united to Christ.The Great Controversy (1888 ed.)
Chapter 27—Modern Revivals
GC88 468.2
“The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” [Psalm 19:7.] Without the law, men have no just conception of the purity and holiness of God, or of their own guilt and uncleanness. They have no true conviction of sin, and feel no need of repentance. Not seeing their lost condition as violators of God’s law, they do not realize their need of the atoning blood of Christ. The hope of salvation is accepted without a radical change of heart or reformation of life. Thus superficial conversions abound, and multitudes are joined to the church who have never been united to Christ.The Upward Look
Right or Wrong Side—Which? May 6
UL 140.5
There is a right side—the side of Him who declared, “I have kept my Father’s commandments” (John 15:10). “The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul” (Psalm 19:7). There is a wrong side—the side of the one who in heaven rebelled against God. With his sympathizers he was expelled from the heavenly courts, and from his action we may understand that no matter how high a position a man may occupy in the church or in the world, if he is disloyal to God, if he accepts human laws instead of the laws of Jehovah, he can never enter heaven, for he is living in direct opposition to God. He will receive punishment in accordance with the power of influence which instead of being placed on the side of God was placed on the side of Satan. The greater the talents and influence given him, the greater will be his punishment. God will require at his hands the souls he has turned aside from truth to falsehood. Instead of leading them to God, he led them away from God, and their blood will be charged to him....The Upward Look
Eating the Leaves of the Tree of Life, July 29
UL 224.8
“The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul” (Psalm 19:7). The Lord has kept back nothing that is necessary for the enlightenment of His children. No one can plead in excuse for transgression that he was left in ignorance, that the way to heaven was not clearly marked out. We have not been left to serve God in a vague, uncertain way.—Manuscript 103, July 29, 1902, “Doing God’s Will.”The Upward Look
Trust God’s Words, Not Man’s, October 7
UL 294.1
The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple. Psalm 19:7.This Day With God
Acceptable Ambition, March 3
TDG 71.2
In this representation the Lord desired to teach the lesson that He requires in His people purity of character, holiness of life. He desires to see revealed in them toward each other the attributes of mercy and loving kindness and longsuffering, that His people may demonstrate that “the law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul” (Psalm 19:7). The Lord is ready to manifest Himself to us if our hearts are seeking and serving Him. It is ever His desire to impart the richest blessings to those who serve Him with a pure heart. Christ will be our teacher if we will open our hearts to His instruction and obey His voice....This Day With God
Spirit-led Christians, October 29
TDG 311.1
The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple. Psalm 19:7.Counsels on Health
God’s Design in Our Sanitariums
CH 203.4
We are called to represent to the world the character of God as it was revealed to Moses. In answer to the prayer of Moses, “Show me Thy glory,” the Lord promised, “I will make all My goodness pass before thee.” “And the Lord passed by before him, and proclaimed, The Lord, The Lord God, merciful and gracious, long-suffering, and abundant in goodness and truth, keeping mercy for thousands, forgiving iniquity and transgression and sin.” Exodus 33:18, 19; 34:6, 7. This is the fruit that God desires from His people. In the purity of their characters, in the holiness of their lives, in their mercy and loving-kindness and compassion, they are to demonstrate that “the law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” Psalm 19:7.Thoughts From the Mount of Blessing
“Be ye therefore perfect, even as your Father which is in heaven is perfect.”—Matthew 5:48.
MB 77.5
Jesus said, Be perfect as your Father is perfect. If you are the children of God you are partakers of His nature, and you cannot but be like Him. Every child lives by the life of his father. If you are God’s children, begotten by His Spirit, you live by the life of God. In Christ dwells “all the fullness of the Godhead bodily” (Colossians 2:9); and the life of Jesus is made manifest “in our mortal flesh” (2 Corinthians 4:11). That life in you will produce the same character and manifest the same works as it did in Him. Thus you will be in harmony with every precept of His law; for “the law of the Lord is perfect, restoring the soul.” Psalm 19:7 , margin. Through love “the righteousness of the law” will be “fulfilled in us, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit.” Romans 8:4.A New Life (Revival and Beyond)
Our Unique Responsibility
NL 31.1
Says the psalmist, “The law of the Lord is perfect” (Psalm 19:7). How wonderful in its simplicity, its comprehensiveness and perfection, is the law of Jehovah! It is so brief that we can easily commit every precept to memory, and yet so far-reaching as to express the whole will of God, and to take cognizance, not only of the outward actions, but of the thoughts and intents, the desires and emotions, of the heart. Human laws cannot do this. They can deal with the outward actions only. A man may be a transgressor, and yet conceal his misdeeds from human eyes; he may be a criminal—a thief, a murderer, or an adulterer—but so long as he is not discovered, the law cannot condemn him as guilty. The law of God takes note of the jealousy, envy, hatred, malignity, revenge, lust, and ambition that surge through the soul, but have not found expression in outward action, because the opportunity, not the will, has been wanting. And these sinful emotions will be brought into the account in the day when “God shall bring every work into judgment, with every secret thing, whether it be good, or whether it be evil” (Ecclesiastes 12:14).Testimony Treasures, vol. 2
To Represent the Character of God
2TT 478.3
We are called to represent to the world the character of God as it was revealed to Moses. In answer to the prayer of Moses, “Show me Thy glory,” the Lord promised, “I will make all My goodness pass before thee.” “And the Lord passed by before him, and proclaimed, The Lord, The Lord God, merciful and gracious, long-suffering, and abundant in goodness and truth, keeping mercy for thousands, forgiving iniquity and transgression and sin.” Exodus 33:18, 19; 34:6, 7. This is the fruit that God desires from His people. In the purity of their characters, in the holiness of their lives, in their mercy and loving-kindness and compassion, they are to demonstrate that “the law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” Psalm 19:7.Testimony Treasures, vol. 3
To Recount God’s Leadings
3TT 31.1
While we are exhorted not to forsake the assembling of ourselves together, these assemblies are not to be merely for our own refreshing. We are to be inspired with greater zeal to impart the consolation we have received. It is our duty to be very jealous for the glory of God, and to bring no evil report, even by the sadness of the countenance or by ill-advised words, as if the requirements of God were a restriction upon our liberty. Even in this world of sorrow, disappointment, and sin the Lord desires us to be cheerful, and strong in His strength. The whole person is privileged to bear a decided testimony in every line. In features, in temper, in words, in character, we are to witness that the service of God is good. Thus we proclaim that “the law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” Psalm 19:7.Testimony Treasures, vol. 1
Israel’s Experience a Warning
1TT 441.1
If God’s people would recognize His dealings with them and accept His teachings, they would find a straight path for their feet and a light to guide them through darkness and discouragement. David learned wisdom from God’s dealings with him and bowed in humility beneath the chastisement of the Most High. The faithful portrayal of his true state by the prophet Nathan made David acquainted with his own sins and aided him to put them away. He accepted counsel meekly and humiliated himself before God. “The law of the Lord,” he exclaims, “is perfect, converting the soul.” Psalm 19:7.From Heaven With Love
Chapter 31—The Sermon on the Mount
HLv 203.4
At Sinai, God made known to men the holiness of His character, that by contrast they might see the sinfulness of their own. The law was given to convict them of sin, and reveal their need of a Saviour. This work it is still to do. As the Holy Spirit reveals to men their need of Christ’s cleansing blood and justifying righteousness, the law is still an agent in bringing us to Christ, that we may be justified by faith. “The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” Psalm 19:7.True Revival
Our Unique Responsibility
TR 39.1
Says the psalmist, “The law of the Lord is perfect” (Psalm 19:7). How wonderful in its simplicity, its comprehensiveness and perfection, is the law of Jehovah! It is so brief that we can easily commit every precept to memory, and yet so far-reaching as to express the whole will of God, and to take cognizance, not only of the outward actions, but of the thoughts and intents, the desires and emotions, of the heart. Human laws cannot do this. They can deal with the outward actions only. A man may be a transgressor, and yet conceal his misdeeds from human eyes; he may be a criminal—a thief, a murderer, or an adulterer—but so long as he is not discovered, the law cannot condemn him as guilty. The law of God takes note of the jealousy, envy, hatred, malignity, revenge, lust, and ambition that surge through the soul, but have not found expression in outward action, because the opportunity, not the will, has been wanting. And these sinful emotions will be brought into the account in the day when “God shall bring every work into judgment, with every secret thing, whether it be good, or whether it be evil” (Ecclesiastes 12:14).Homeward Bound
Exalting the Law, June 10
HB 183.1
The law of the LORD is perfect, converting the soul.—Psalm 19:7.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 3 (1876 - 1882)
Lt 35a, 1877
3LtMs, Lt 35a, 1877, par. 16
“The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” Psalm 19:7. Because God is merciful is no evidence He will not punish the transgressor of His law.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 8 (1893)
Ms 106, 1893
8LtMs, Ms 106, 1893, par. 6
A greater activity than has before been witnessed is now manifest in the religious world. Men are teaching for doctrines the commandments of men; they are changing the ordinance breaking the everlasting covenant. Vain workers! “Forever, O God, thy word is settled in heaven.” “The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul; the testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple.” “Thy word is very sure, therefore, thy servant loveth it.” [Psalm 119:89; 19:7; 119:140.]In Heavenly Places
The Witness of the Spirit, May 17
HP 144.3
The law of God is the great standard of righteousness. This the apostle declares is holy, just, and good. David says, “The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul” (Psalm 19:7). Christ says, “If ye love me, keep my commandments.” ... “He that hath my commandments, and keepeth them, he it is that loveth me: and he that loveth me shall be loved of my Father, and I will love him, and will manifest myself to him” (John 14:15, 21). This is most assuredly the witness of the Spirit.... “If ye keep my commandments”—from the heart—“ye shall abide in my love; even as I have kept my Father’s commandments, and abide in his love” (John 15:10).Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 9 (1894)
Ms 54, 1894
9LtMs, Ms 54, 1894, par. 3
The sincere believer diffuses vital energy which is penetrating, and imparts new moral power to the souls with which [he] labors. It is not the power of the man himself, but the power of the Holy Spirit that does the transforming work. “The law of the Lord is perfect converting the soul.” [Psalm 19:7.] The salt has retained its savor, and it has an influence that is unperceived and unestimated upon the characters of those who possess it. The Lord says, “I will make a man more precious than fine gold, even a man than the golden wedge of Ophir.” [Isaiah 13:12.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 9 (1894)
Lt 138, 1894
9LtMs, Lt 138, 1894, par. 7
“The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” [Psalm 19:7.] Then how can a perfect thing need changing? Well, I praise the Lord. We can say with Peter, “For we have not followed cunningly devised fables, when we made known unto you the power and coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, but were eye witnesses of his majesty.” “We have also a more sure word of prophecy; whereunto ye do well that ye take heed, as unto a light that shineth in a dark place, until the day dawn, and the day star arise in your hearts.” [2 Peter 1:16, 19.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 9 (1894)
Ms 12, 1894
9LtMs, Ms 12, 1894, par. 17
What are we to do? Study the Scriptures. Search the Scriptures. See whether you are obeying the law of God and the standard of His righteousness. Tell your children that you have disregarded the law of God. Tell them you feel as Ezra did. Here was Josiah so sorry to think that the law had been lost and that they had been careless and heedless of it. They bring it before him. There stands up one that reads it, and the people weep and mourn because they have not kept the law. But rejoice that you have the law now. We will keep it. Bring your offerings and gifts and offer praise to God with your tears and mourning. That is just what we want to do. If the light of the law of God comes to us and we see intelligently that we have been transgressing it, we can say, “Now I understand how it is that we have been in darkness and uncertainty. Now we will lay right hold of the commandments of God and we will keep them and live, ‘for the law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.’” [Psalm 19:7.] Why should God abolish a perfect thing? We want to use our intelligence to a purpose, and send back joy and rejoicing that you have found out that you were not loyal servants of the Lord of Heaven, but that you would be. You would not have it go up to the judgment that you were transgressing the law of God and putting Christ to an open shame before the world. Thinking good but not practicing will not answer.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 9 (1894)
Ms 60, 1894
9LtMs, Ms 60, 1894, par. 5
Attention should be given to this matter. Let each member of the family from the oldest to the youngest practice self-denial in small matters as well as in large, that each one may have something to render to God. We are pressed for want of funds to do the work that must be done in this country. Many are in the darkness of error and need to be divinely enlightened, and when those who claim to believe the truth do sincerely believe, their works will testify to the fact, and it will be made manifest that the truth received into the heart works a great change in the life of its receiver, for “the law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” [Psalm 19:7.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 9 (1894)
Lt 21, 1894
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Shall we not, my sister, give to God all that He has redeemed—the heart, the conscience, the undivided affections? He has made every provision whereby we may be purified from all the dross and be refined, elevated, and ennobled to become members of the royal family, children of the heavenly king. Is not this exaltation higher than any earthly ambition? I do not present to you a cheap, spurious kind of spirituality. I present the pure principles of truth. “The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” [Psalm 19:7.] This conversion testifies to all the heavenly intelligences our loyalty to God.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 9 (1894)
Ms 16, 1894
9LtMs, Ms 16, 1894, par. 7
The character of God is the law, and therefore Christ said, “Not one jot or tittle of the law shall pass till all be fulfilled.” [Matthew 5:18.] Every specification which Christ has given is life. He came to bring before us the true and perfect character of the law of God, and the Word declares, “The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” [Psalm 19:7.] Let us hear from the lips of the greatest teacher the world has ever known. He was giving His sermon upon the Mount. The Pharisees had declared that He came to do away with the law.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 9 (1894)
Lt 89, 1894
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We must look on the faults of others, not to condemn, but to restore and heal. Watch unto prayer, go forward and upward, catching more and more of the spirit of Jesus, and sowing the same beside all waters. Give not your heart to the possession of any hatred because you see professed Christians pursuing a course that is not what you might expect from those who have had an experience in the truth. “The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” [Psalm 19:7.] See that you are not a commandment breaker in any wise because others disregard the principles of God’s holy law.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 9 (1894)
Lt 22, 1894
9LtMs, Lt 22, 1894, par. 26
Those who delight in the law of God are not under the law; for the law of God is an instrument of strength to them, a wall of protection, a refuge for guardianship, and does not bring condemnation; for to those who are in harmony with it, it is holy, just, and good. They can declare that “the law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” [Psalm 19:7.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 9 (1894)
Ms 43a, 1894
9LtMs, Ms 43a, 1894, par. 34
It is the neglect of teaching the children the commandments of God when they rise up and when they sit down, when they go out and when they come in. What are the commandments of God? They are the ten holy precepts, the royal law, the holy law of God which is the standard of character which every soul present must meet in the judgment, notwithstanding it may be proclaimed from the pulpits of the day that God has no law. Now who believes it? Every nation has a law; but the God of heaven has given us His law to represent His character, and there it stands. There is not one of the precepts done away. They stand immutable and eternal. “The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” [Psalm 19:7.] What do you want to change a perfect thing for? You cannot get anything more than perfect, and the law of the Lord is for us to respect and reverence and obey.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 9 (1894)
Ms 37, 1894
9LtMs, Ms 37, 1894, par. 30
Christ within is the glory of God, the hope big with immortality and eternal life. “That they all may be one, even as we are one; I in them, and thou in me, that they may be made perfect in one; that the world may know,” and now comes the greatest assertion that has ever been made in behalf of His people, “that thou hast sent me, and hast loved them as thou hast loved me.” [Verses 22, 23.] Can we take that in? The “God of heaven loves us as He loves His Son.” All the world is in rebellion against God, but those who struggle, who strive, who agonize to enter in at the strait gate, are beloved of God with peculiar tenderness, and they shall find the broad path, for, “thy commandment is exceeding broad.” [Psalm 119:96.] “The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” [Psalm 19:7.]Lift Him Up
Teachers to Uphold God’s Law, May 31
LHU 165.1
The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul. Psalm 19:7.LHU 165.5
In this age of the world, when Satan is seeking, through manifold agencies, to blind the eyes of men and women to the binding claims of the law of God, there is need of men who can cause many to “tremble at the commandment of our God” (Ezra 10:3). There is need of true reformers, who will point transgressors to the great Lawgiver and teach them that “the law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul” (Psalm 19:7). There is need of men mighty in the Scriptures, men whose every word and act exalts the statutes of Jehovah, men who seek to strengthen faith. Teachers are needed, oh, so much, who will inspire hearts with reverence and love for the Scriptures.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 10 (1895)
Lt 21, 1895
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But we have to meet and contend with men who employ all their power in opposing and slandering those who are loyal to God. Their wit and their God-given reason are devoted to making it appear that obedience to the commandments of God is an irksome service. But those who advocate the claims of the law of God testify, “Great peace have they that love thy law, and nothing shall offend them.” [Psalm 119:165.] “The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” [Psalm 19:7.] The Lord presents truth in contrast with error, and presents also the sure result of accepting truth, the experience that always follows willing obedience. It is peace and rest.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 11 (1896)
Lt 106, 1896
11LtMs, Lt 106, 1896, par. 3
David learned wisdom from God’s dealing with him. He confessed his sin, accepted the counsel given him, and obeyed in humility before God. He made no tirade against the law which he had transgressed, but exclaimed, “The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” [Psalm 19:7.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 11 (1896)
Ms 79, 1896
11LtMs, Ms 79, 1896, par. 5
The law of God is the expression of his character, and in his holy word it is pronounced holy, just, and good. David says, “The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple.” [Psalm 19:7.] With all the exalted influence and glory he possessed before his fall, Satan could not change the smallest letter of the law; and as an apostate and a traitor, he has still been unable to alter it. If he has succeeded in his purpose of gaining the professed Christian world to his side, and if the world and the church have formed a bond of fellowship to make void the law of God, that does not prove that it has been changed. To admit that God instituted a law so imperfect in character that it needed to be changed, would be to stamp God as changeable and imperfect. But God has spoken on this point; let us heed what he says. “My covenant will I not break, nor alter the thing that this is gone out of my lips.” [Psalm 89:34.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 12 (1897)
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Will our school in Avondale make Christ their own? Will they eat of the flesh and drink of the blood of the Son of God? Will they determine what food they will give their souls, what it will be that shall nourish the spiritual life? Ever bear in mind, in choosing your teachers, to make choice of those who consider that “The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” [Psalm 19:7.] Discipline and order must be maintained.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 12 (1897)
Lt 48, 1897
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If we are Christians, we cannot follow the world’s policy. “It is written” must be our constant counsellor. What ungodly men do should not guide us. What men think and say should never lead one soul to swerve from the path of strict rectitude. We are to go to the Fountainhead, and carefully meditate upon the great moral principles contained in the law of Jehovah. “The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” [Psalm 19:7.] We are to bring it into all our business transactions. The decisive question is, What has God said? What standard has He set up? This once determined, we should feel bound to follow it.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 12 (1897)
Lt 11, 1897
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The law of God is the great moral standard of righteousness. This the apostle declares is holy, just, and good. [Romans 7:12.] David says, “The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” [Psalm 19:7.] Christ says, “If ye love me, keep my commandments.” [John 14:15.] “If ye abide in me, and my words abide in you, ye shall ask what ye will, and it shall be done unto you.” [John 15:7.] “He that hath my commandments and keepeth them, he it is that loveth me; and he that loveth me, shall be loved of my Father, and I will love him, and will manifest myself to him.” [John 14:21.] This is most assuredly the witness of the Spirit. “Herein is my Father glorified, that ye bear much fruit, so shall ye be by disciples.” “As the Father hath loved me, so have I loved you: continue ye in my love. If ye keep my commandments (from the heart), ye shall abide in my love, even as I have kept my Father’s commandments, and abide in his love.” [John 15:8-10.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 12 (1897)
Ms 70, 1897
12LtMs, Ms 70, 1897, par. 34
“The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” [Psalm 19:7.] Had you not best study what this means? That law aims to convert mind and heart to correct principles of action. It will give reality to your practice and works by making Christ your Redeemer, your stronghold, laying hold of His righteousness because He died to give you all the power and riches of His grace that your practice might show your conversion. Believe in Jesus Christ as your complete Saviour. Change your way to God’s way. Choose a new path, the narrow path of holiness, which, if you follow on to know the Lord, will lead to the broad road of perfect freedom in Christ. You will follow the Lamb whithersoever He goeth.12LtMs, Ms 70, 1897, par. 52
Many and abundant are the promises that God has made to all those who will be obedient to all His commandments. All who have faith in Christ obtain a rich experience in His goodness and love, which is of more value than gold. It is a goodness that has been recognized in times of great necessity. Then let not any of God’s chosen ones suffer their faith to fail, at the time when they should reveal the inward power of the Christian’s hope. It is our duty to be very jealous of the glory of God, and bring no evil report even by the sadness of the countenance, or by the ill-advised words, as though the requirements of God were a restriction upon our liberty. The whole person is privileged to bear a decided testimony in every line—in features, in temper, in words, in character, that the service of the Lord is good. Thus they proclaim: “The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” [Psalm 19:7.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 12 (1897)
Ms 126, 1897
12LtMs, Ms 126, 1897, par. 25
God requires obedience of every human being. Our eternal future hangs here. In obedience to the law of God we shall form a beautiful character. “The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” [Psalm 19:7.] The children should be taught respect for every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God. Parents are ever to magnify the precepts of the law of the Lord before their children, by showing obedience to that law, by living themselves under the control of God. If a sense of the sacredness of the law gets hold of the parents it will surely transform the character by converting the soul.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 12 (1897)
Ms 106, 1897
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“The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” [Psalm 19:7.] Obedience to this law is required, for it is the transcript of the character of God. Obedience is the proof of love. “If ye love me,” Christ said, “keep my commandments.” [John 14:15.] In order to escape from obedience to the moral law, the teachers of today deceive poor bewildered souls by saying that Christ’s commandments and the precepts of the moral law are not the same thing. But this is not so. “He that hath my commandments and keepeth them, he it is that loveth me, and he that loveth me shall be loved of my Father, and I will love him, and will manifest myself to him. ... If a man love me, he will keep my words, and my Father will love him, and we will come unto him, and make our abode with him. He that loveth me not, keepeth not my sayings, and the word which ye hear is not mine, but the Father’s which sent me.” [Verses 21, 23, 24.] This is the truth in regard to the plan of salvation. No other foundation can be laid than that which is laid.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 13 (1898)
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“The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” [Psalm 19:7.] “Blessed are the undefiled in the way, who walk in the law of the Lord. Blessed are they that keep his testimonies, and that seek him with the whole heart. They also do no iniquity; they walk in his ways. Thou hast commanded us to keep thy precepts diligently. O that my ways were directed to keep thy statutes! Then shall I not be ashamed, when I have respect unto all thy commandments.” [Psalm 119:1-6.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 14 (1899)
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Now, just now, without delay, build for time and for eternity. Many, very many, have built their house upon a sandy foundation. Build upon the rock Christ Jesus. Then all the false philosophy, the science falsely so-called, will not deceive you. Come what will, though heaven and earth pass away, be determined that not one jot or tittle of the Word of God shall be marred or dishonored, made void or shorn of its authority. “The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” [Psalm 19:7.] This is your wisdom. You can say, “The wicked have laid wait to destroy me; but I will consider thy testimonies. ... O, how love I thy law; it is my meditation all the day. Thou through thy commandments hast made me wiser than mine enemies; for they (the wise instructions of the law), are ever with me. I have more understanding than all my teachers; for thy testimonies are my meditation. I understand more than the ancients (ministers), because I keep thy precepts.” [Psalm 119:95, 97-100.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 14 (1899)
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Very few have a true conception of God as the Sovereign ruler of the world. Men do not study the Word of God, yet light is sown for the righteous, and truth for the upright in heart. What strength of character men might possess! The psalmist says, “The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” [Psalm 19:7.] Those who obey the law of God will be controlled by right principles. The purity of their lives will yield a precious harvest. The man who is obedient to God’s expressed commands is a waymark. He has a standard of unsullied purity. His imagination is not corrupted by dishonest practices. His pure, heaven-born principles are a safeguard to the youth. Before him light will spring up.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 14 (1899)
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Obedience to God’s commands will enroll our names in the Lamb’s book of life, “for we are made partakers of Christ, if we hold the beginning of our confidence steadfast unto the end.” “Cast not away therefore your confidence, which hath great recompense of reward.” [Hebrews 3:14; 10:35.] In keeping God’s commandments there is great reward. “The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” [Psalm 19:7.] By partaking of the divine nature, man is enabled to show to the world an illustration of perfect obedience, thus magnifying the only true and living God by obeying His holy, just, and perfect law.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 15 (1900)
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There is a right side—the side of Him who declared, “I have kept my Father’s commandments.” [John 15:10.] “The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” [Psalm 19:7.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 15 (1900)
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“The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” [Psalm 19:7.] A lawyer asked Christ, “What shall I do to inherit eternal life?” [Luke 10:25.] Jesus saw fit to let him answer his own question.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 15 (1900)
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The sanitarium is to take for its motto, “The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” [Psalm 19:7.] God desires every man to understand his duty and obey the call, working in the way of the Lord, not after his own devising. God always rewards the confidence of His people. The way to the throne of mercy is always open. God sees the wants of His people as clearly in the darkness of midnight which surrounds them as in the splendor of noonday. To look to God for help at all times, this is our safety. When God grants us His protection, and says of us, “Ye are laborers together with me,” <if you keep the way of the Lord you> are safe in the midst of the greatest dangers. When Satan seeks to deceive the child of faith and trust, God lifts up a standard against the enemy in behalf of those who are conscientiously working in harmony with Him. The standard which he uplifts is His law. Those who work righteousness have an ever-present Friend to help them. In every time of need and trouble and perplexity He is near them. When they are tempted He presents Himself as their defense, saying, I will guide thee with Mine eye. I will deliver thee from perplexity, and be a covert for thee against the strife of tongues.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 16 (1901)
Lt 22, 1901
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It is not for the interest of human beings to work partially in Satan’s lines and partially in Christ’s lines. God will not accept divided service. The whole being, heart, life, and character, is to be moulded according to the Pattern given us in Christ. With the gift of His Son, God gave all the facilities of heaven to enable man, through the merits of a crucified and risen Saviour, to reach the highest standard of excellence. No halfway work will prove a success. “The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” [Psalm 19:7.] This law will decide the case of every person. Therefore it becomes our duty and is for our present interest and our future happiness to make our calling and election sure. “If ye do these things, ye shall never fall; for so an entrance shall be ministered unto you abundantly into the everlasting kingdom of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.” [2 Peter 1:10, 11.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 16 (1901)
Ms 140, 1901
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I know that you will have trials. The very condition of things which your own course of action created in the office, through your failure to learn in the school of Christ, through your lack of experience in divine things, will react upon yourself. Had you been filled with tender regard for every soul who needed your help, had you put forth painstaking effort to inspire the erring with hope and faith, had you practiced self-denial and manifested the love of Jesus which is positively necessary for all in positions of trust to manifest, your experience would have been of a different character. The Lord has no pleasure in the work of those who do not represent Christ, and after opening before them their defects of character, after bearing long with their mistakes, He will remove them from the work and test and try others. For even in this life, Christ is judge of all the earth and measures characters by the divine standard. Those who delight in the law of God are not under the law; for the law of God is an instrument of strength to them, a wall of protection, a refuge for guardianship, and does not bring condemnation; for to those who are in harmony with it, it is holy, just, and good. They can declare that “the law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” [Psalm 19:7.]Manuscript Releases, vol. 14 [Nos. 1081-1135]
MR No. 1114—The Influence of Evil Business Associates; Practice the Principles of the Word; God is Gracious and Forgiving
14MR 210.3
“The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul” [Psalm 19:7]. The grace of God alone can give you the experience that comes from a perfected character. God alone can enable you to walk before Him with a perfect heart. The Holy One has given erring finite beings rules for their guidance. These rules form a standard from which there can be no sinless swerving. He who does not make God’s will paramount has yet to learn the first principles of holiness.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 16 (1901)
Ms 11, 1901
16LtMs, Ms 11, 1901, par. 7
It becomes every son and daughter of God to remember daily that a wrong done to a fellow being places the doer where he is a transgressor of the law. He needs to understand the words, “The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul,” transforming the character from disobedience to obedience. [Psalm 19:7.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 16 (1901)
Lt 117, 1901
16LtMs, Lt 117, 1901, par. 18
Do not the wrecks by sea and by land, the earthquakes, the wars, and the famines show that the end is near? Are not disease and death multiplying as a result of the indulgence of appetite, the letting loose of passions? The cruelty of Satan is seen in every town and city. Will God overlook the violation of His law to save the lawless? Let all beware of thinking that God will serve with sin. He presents His love and mercy to those who will appreciate them. He gave His only begotten Son up to death to secure eternal life for every one who will accept His holy law as the rule of life. By this sacrifice He showed the universe that His law is holy and unchangeable. “The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul; the testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple.” [Psalm 19:7.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 17 (1902)
Ms 103, 1902
17LtMs, Ms 103, 1902, par. 24
“The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” [Psalm 19:7.] The Lord has kept back nothing that is necessary for the enlightenment of His children. No one can plead in excuse for transgression, that he has left in ignorance, that the way to heaven was not clearly marked out. We have not been left to serve God in a vague, uncertain way. Those who are loyal to God will represent Him in the home life. They will look upon the training of their children as a sacred work, entrusted to them by the Most High.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 17 (1902)
Lt 163, 1902
17LtMs, Lt 163, 1902, par. 4
“The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” [Psalm 19:7.] The grace of God alone can give you the experience that comes from a perfected character. God alone can enable you to walk before Him with a perfect heart. The Holy one has given erring finite beings rules for their guidance. These rules form a standard from which there can be no sinless swerving. He who does not make God’s will paramount has yet to learn the first principles of holiness.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 17 (1902)
Lt 115, 1902
17LtMs, Lt 115, 1902, par. 13
The Lord of heaven has laws by which He governs His kingdom. But human beings have all the freedom they need. They have no excuse for tugging against restrictions. There can be no genuine liberty without perfect obedience to the law of God—an obedience so glad, so willing, that the restraint of the law is not felt. “The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” [Psalm 19:7.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 17 (1902)
Ms 37, 1902
17LtMs, Ms 37, 1902, par. 27
“The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” [Psalm 19:7.] His word is as the leaves of the tree of life, which are for the healing of the nations. The Bible is God’s word to us, and we are to receive it as such. From it we are to learn how to work in Christ’s lines to seek and save the lost. When men and women are converted to the truth, they learn through the Word that to every man and to every woman is given his or her work. No one is to be idle, and no one is to keep busy merely to please and amuse self. There are works of usefulness to be done, requiring diligence and perseverance.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 17 (1902)
Lt 82, 1902
17LtMs, Lt 82, 1902, par. 9
“This then is the message that we have heard of him, and declare unto you, That God is light, and in him is no darkness at all. If we say that we have fellowship with him, and walk in darkness, we lie, and do not the truth; but if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship one with another, and the blood of Jesus Christ his Son cleanseth us from all sin. If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.” [1 John 1:5-9.] “The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” [Psalm 19:7.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 17 (1902)
Ms 221, 1902
17LtMs, Ms 221, 1902, par. 11
“The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” [Psalm 19:7.] Faith may claim complete cleansing, growing into the likeness and beauty of Christ’s character.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 17 (1902)
Lt 130, 1902
17LtMs, Lt 130, 1902, par. 28
Filled with the knowledge of the will of God in all wisdom and spiritual understanding, walking worthy of the Lord unto all pleasing, being fruitful in every good work, increasing in the knowledge of God, strengthened with all might according to His glorious power, unto all patience and long-suffering with joyfulness—such were the early disciples. They sought above all things to know the will of God. Do these words represent the church in its present condition? Many who now think they are in the truth are far from practicing the principles of truth. The reason of the weakness and inefficiency of the church is that many of its members do not do the will of God, but follow their own impulses. They are not led by the Spirit of God, but by another spirit. They know not the meaning of the written Word. Like Paul, they are alive without the law. When they bring into the practical life the holy precepts of the law, they will be able to say from experience, “The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” [Psalm 19:7.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 17 (1902)
Lt 155, 1902
17LtMs, Lt 155, 1902, par. 10
“The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” [Psalm 19:7.] Through obedience comes sanctification of body, soul, and spirit. This sanctification is a progressive work, an advance from one stage of perfection to another.Manuscript Releases, vol. 21 [Nos. 1501-1598]
MR No. 1511—The Judgments of God
21MR 64.1
“The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul” [Psalm 19:7].Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 18 (1903)
Ms 20, 1903
18LtMs, Ms 20, 1903, par. 26
But God has nothing to do with making every institution amenable to the work and workers in Battle Creek. His servants should not be called upon to submit to rules and regulations made there. God’s hand must hold every worker and must guide and control every worker. Men are not to make rules and regulations for their fellow men. The Bible has given the rules and regulations that we are to follow. We are to study the Bible and learn from it the duty of man to his fellow man. “The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” [Psalm 19:7.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 18 (1903)
Ms 102, 1903
18LtMs, Ms 102, 1903, par. 2
“The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” [Psalm 19:7.] Those who are converted will, even in this world of selfishness, live well-ordered, unselfish, sanctified lives. They will do all in their power to heal the differences that have arisen among God’s people, saying to those who would draw apart, “Press together. Be one, as Christ was one with the Father. Seek to fulfil the prayer of Him whose we are by creation and by redemption.”Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 18 (1903)
Ms 83, 1903
18LtMs, Ms 83, 1903, par. 9
“The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” [Psalm 19:7.] God’s law is a transcript of His character and was given to man in the garden of Eden as the rule of obedience. In succeeding ages this law was lost sight of. Hundreds of years after the flood, Abraham was called, and to him was given the promise that his descendants should exalt God’s law. In the course of time the Israelites went into Egypt and were made slaves.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 18 (1903)
Ms 21, 1903
18LtMs, Ms 21, 1903, par. 9
Suppose that today Christ should appear in the clouds of heaven! Who of this congregation would be ready to meet Him? Suppose that we should be translated into the kingdom of heaven just as we are! Would we be prepared to unite with the saints of God, to live in harmony with the royal family, the children of the heavenly King? What preparation have you made for the judgment? Have you made your peace with God? Are you laboring together with God? Are you seeking to help those around you, those who are ready to die, those in your home, in your neighborhood, that are not keeping the commandments of God? “The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” [Psalm 19:7.] Then let us receive it into our lives, giving it a willing obedience. Let us honor God by obeying its precepts. But remember that profession is worthless without a practice that enters into the daily life. God knows whether we are keeping His law in truth. He knows just what we are doing, just what we are thinking and saying. Are we getting ready to meet the King? When He comes in the clouds of heaven with power and great glory, will you be able to say, “Lo, this is our God; we have waited for Him, and He will save us”? [Isaiah 25:9.] To those who can say this Christ will say, “Come up higher. Upon this earth, you have loved Me. You have loved to do My will. You can now enter the holy city, and receive the crown of everlasting life.”Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 18 (1903)
Lt 187, 1903
18LtMs, Lt 187, 1903, par. 17
By the repetition of the solemn words spoken by the Monarch of the universe, and the presentation of His claims upon the human family, many will be impressed. While some will refuse to listen and will turn away, many will be aroused as the words of God are spoken through His appointed agencies. Sinners will tremble. Many will awake to a sense of their duty and will find from experience that “the law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” [Psalm 19:7.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 18 (1903)
Lt 255, 1903
18LtMs, Lt 255, 1903, par. 7
By His life and death Christ taught that only in obedience to God’s commandments can man find safety and true greatness. “The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” [Psalm 19:7.] God’s law is a transcript of His character. It was given to man in the beginning as the standard of obedience. In succeeding ages this law was lost sight of. Hundreds of years after the flood, Abraham was called, and to him was given the promise that his descendants should exalt God’s law. In course of time the Israelites went into Egypt, where for many years they suffered grievous oppression at the hands of the Egyptians. After they had been in slavery for nearly four hundred years, God delivered them by a wonderful manifestation of His power. He revealed Himself to the Egyptians as the Ruler of the universe, one greater than all heathen deities.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 18 (1903)
Lt 91, 1903
18LtMs, Lt 91, 1903, par. 2
“The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” [Psalm 19:7.] If a canvasser should be tempted by human agencies to do wrong, and should yield, and at the same time should think that he was doing right, should he continue to be trusted with a sacred, holy work? Will you think of this? You were dealt with as you should have been. A person doing as you did should no longer be left to handle sacred things.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 18 (1903)
Ms 201, 1903
18LtMs, Ms 201, 1903, par. 8
“The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul” (Psalm 19:7). The reproof is now strongly upon all those who have had the word of the Lord but held it so lightly in that they have failed to give their children the proper education in their babyhood, childhood, and youth, to ever keep before their children the instruction from the lips of the only begotten Son of God. Moses was divinely appointed in the Word, instructed by the Lord Jesus. The reason that children are not to be left careless in their associations with children [is that] they are in danger of becoming acquainted with wrong habits. The Scriptures were taught to Timothy by his grandmother Lois and his mother Eunice. Of Timothy it is stated he had known the Holy Scriptures which are able to make us wise unto salvation. Children are to be kindly, patiently instructed from the Scriptures that Christ is the Way, the Truth, the Life.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 19 (1904)
Ms 140, 1904
19LtMs, Ms 140, 1904, par. 6
The past night many things have been represented to me. People were gathering, and there was scarcely room for them. Everyone seemed to be anxious to accommodate each other. A very pleasant, unselfish spirit seemed to prevail. All seemed to be trying to settle without confusion. Many claimed to know me of whom I had not remembrance. Some inquiries were made in regard to the people who dishonor the truth in their works, denying the truth, and women in their dress absorbing the Lord’s money to make a show. All this was bringing upon the foundation hay, wood, and stubble. All their good works were so discounted and disapproved of God that they were as salt that had lost its savor, good for nothing as far as influence was concerned; for the influence of their lessons given in pride and selfishness tainted all their works. The position each occupies is one of solemn responsibility, for we are to be converted and not practice the world’s extravagance. They will be judged by the law of ten commandments and “the law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” [Psalm 19:7.]Our Father Cares
Eating the Leaves of the Tree of Life, October 20
OFC 305.8
“The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul” (Psalm 19:7). The Lord has kept back nothing that is necessary for the enlightenment of His children. No one can plead in excuse for transgression that he was left in ignorance, that the way to heaven was not clearly marked out. We have not been left to serve God in a vague, uncertain way.20The Upward Look, 224.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 20 (1905)
Lt 331, 1905
20LtMs, Lt 331, 1905, par. 9
A scene was presented before me. Christ stood as the perfection of holiness, but His professed followers were in contention. Scales were brought, and in one side was written in living characters the holy law of God. Human characters were being weighed with that law as the standard. One after another were found wanting and pronounced unworthy to have a place among the perfect ones. The words were spoken, “The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul. Whosoever shall keep the whole law, and yet offend in one point, he is guilty of all.” [Psalm 19:7; James 2:10.] In great anguish of spirit I awoke.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 21 (1906)
Ms 35, 1906
21LtMs, Ms 35, 1906, par. 1
“The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” [Psalm 19:7.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 21 (1906)
Lt 32, 1906
21LtMs, Lt 32, 1906, par. 5
To every one God has made an offer that will help to brace every nerve and spiritual muscle for the time of test that is to come to us all. I am charged with the message, Clothe yourselves with the whole armor of Christ’s righteousness. Every piece of the Christian armor is essential. And, having done all you can do on your part, you have the assurance of victory. To every soul is granted the gracious opportunity of standing on the Rock of Ages. I am bidden by the Lord to charge every soul, with open Bible, to seek for divine wisdom, that he may learn “what is truth,” and accept truth as his standard. [John 18:38.] “The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” [Psalm 19:7.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 21 (1906)
Lt 194, 1906
21LtMs, Lt 194, 1906, par. 4
The life of the soul cannot be sustained except by the Word of the living God. “The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” [Psalm 19:7.] The life of the soul cannot be sustained except through the right exercise of the mind, in performing duty and keeping the affections directed heavenward.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 21 (1906)
Lt 326, 1906
21LtMs, Lt 326, 1906, par. 17
“The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” [Psalm 19:7.] We will bear in mind that we are in the hands of a merciful God. Christ endured the agonies of the crucifixion, that we might be saved. “For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him might not perish, but have everlasting life.” [John 3:16.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 21 (1906)
Ms 130, 1906
21LtMs, Ms 130, 1906, par. 12
The Word of the Lord is sure. “The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul” from all evil devising, from all scheming, from all crookedness in deal. [Psalm 19:7.] Not a tinge of selfish, scientific, satanic artifice is to be woven in, to form the figures of the pattern.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 22 (1907)
Lt 361, 1907
22LtMs, Lt 361, 1907, par. 5
My brother, be of good courage in the Lord. We see so much need of the grace of Christ, and of that faith which works by love and purifies the soul. We need to learn our lessons of Jesus Christ, and to labor both for the health of the body and the saving of the soul. Our mission is the same as that of our Master, of whom it is written, “He went about doing good and healing all that were sick.” [See Acts 10:38.] In every place we are to bear a decided testimony for the truth for this time, representing to the world the character of God as it was revealed to Moses. In the prayer of Moses, “Show me Thy glory,” the Lord answered, “I will make all My goodness pass before thee.” “And the Lord passed before him, and proclaimed, The Lord, the Lord God, merciful and gracious, keeping mercy for thousands, forgiving iniquity and transgression and sin.” [Exodus 33:18, 19; 34:6, 7.] This is the fruit that God desires of His people. In the purity of their characters, in the holiness of their lives, in their mercy and loving-kindness and compassion, they are to demonstrate that “the law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” [Psalm 19:7.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 24 (1909)
Lt 50, 1909
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In this representation the Lord desired to teach the lesson that He requires in His people—purity of character, holiness of life. He desires to see revealed in them toward each other the attributes of mercy and loving kindness and longsuffering, that His people may demonstrate that “the law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” [Psalm 19:7.] The Lord is ready to manifest Himself to us if our hearts are seeking and serving Him. It is ever His desire to impart the richest blessings to those who serve Him with a pure heart. Christ will be our teacher if we will open our hearts to His instruction and obey His voice.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 25 (1910 - 1915)
Ms 61, 1910
25LtMs, Ms 61, 1910, par. 9
By His life and death Christ taught that only in obedience to all of God’s commandments can man find safety and obtain an healthy experience, for “the law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” [Psalm 19:7.] God’s law is the transcript of His character. I might dwell upon this subject, but I cannot present all I would gladly present. At Sinai the law was given a second time in awful grandeur. The Lord spoke His precepts. And let all ever bear in mind that God not only spake the law, but engraved the law with His own finger upon tables of stone. Exodus 20th chapter, verses 1-20.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 25 (1910 - 1915)
Lt 12, 1910
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“The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” [Psalm 19:7.] We are not to give way to despair if the Holy Spirit points out to us our transgressions and our imperfections of character. God is powerful to save every repentant soul. The words of inspiration are given for our comfort. Even the patriarchs and apostles were subject to reproof because of their weaknesses, yet they took heed to the messages that came to them and through faith obtained a good report. They received the correction of the Lord, and He fought their battles for them. In His strength they conquered gloriously.Psalms 19:7-8
Testimonies for the Church, vol. 6
Chapter 30—The World’s Need
6T 259.2
In this work of restoration much painstaking effort will be required. No startling communications of strange doctrines should be made to these souls; but as they are helped physically, the truth for this time should be presented. Men and women and youth need to see the law of God with its far-reaching requirements. It is not hardship, toil, or poverty that degrades humanity; it is sin, the transgression of God’s law. The efforts put forth to rescue the outcast and degraded will be of no avail unless the claims of the law of God and the need of loyalty to Him are impressed on mind and heart. God has enjoined nothing that is not necessary to bind up humanity with Him. “The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.... The commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes.” “By the word of Thy lips,” says the psalmist, I have kept me from the paths of the destroyer.” Psalm 19:7, 8; 17:4.To Be Like Jesus
God’s Law Is Perfect, February 24
BLJ 63.1
The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul; the testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple; the statutes of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart; the commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes. Psalm 19:7, 8, NKJV.Welfare Ministry
Chapter 31—Working for Outcasts
WM 247.2
In this work of restoration much painstaking effort will be required. No startling communications of strange doctrines should be made to these souls, but as they are helped physically the truth for this time should be presented. Men and women and youth need to see the law of God with its far-reaching requirements. It is not hardship, toil, or poverty that degrades humanity; it is sin, the transgression of God’s law. The efforts put forth to rescue the outcast and degraded will be of no avail unless the claims of the law of God and the need of loyalty to Him are impressed on mind and heart. God has enjoined nothing that is not necessary to bind up humanity with Him. “The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.... The commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes.” “By the word of Thy lips,” says the psalmist, “I have kept me from the paths of the destroyer.” Psalm 19:7, 8; 17:4.Testimony Treasures, vol. 2
Restoring the Fallen
2TT 497.1
In this work of restoration much painstaking effort will be required. No startling communications of strange doctrines should be made to these souls; but as they are helped physically, the truth for this time should be presented. Men and women and youth need to see the law of God with its far-reaching requirements. It is not hardship, toil, or poverty that degrades humanity; it is sin, the transgression of God’s law. The efforts put forth to rescue the outcast and degraded will be of no avail unless the claims of the law of God and the need of loyalty to Him are impressed on mind and heart. God has enjoined nothing that is not necessary to bind up humanity with Him. “The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul. ... The commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes.” “By the word of Thy lips,” says the psalmist, “I have kept me from the paths of the destroyer.” Psalm 19:7, 8; 17:4.Radiant Religion
For the Law Reveals the Character of God, November 19
RRe 325.1
The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple. The statutes of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart: the commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes. Psalm 19:7, 8.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 15 (1900)
Lt 135, 1900
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Christ prayed that His disciples might give to the world an example of His power to mold human beings into His own image. His Holy Spirit changes those degraded by sin, restoring them to holiness. Cannot we see and understand that Christ teaches us by His own example to count all things but loss for the riches of His grace and the excellency of the knowledge of Christ Jesus our Lord? Does He not show us by His wisdom, by His obedience to the law of God, that this is the sum of all science? “The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple. The statutes of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart, the commandments of the Lord are pure, enlightening the eyes.” “Blessed are the undefiled in the way, who walk in the law of the Lord.” [Psalm 19:7, 8; 119:1.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 17 (1902)
Lt 181, 1902
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The Lord will work if all will look to Him as their Leader. Let no one suppose that the Lord has fitted one man or two men or five men to do all the work that needs to be done. One thing is certain: God’s workers must come into right relation with the Source of their strength. They are in danger of receiving their light secondhand. The Lord Jesus can guide His people into safe paths. “The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul; the testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple. The statutes of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart; the commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes.” [Psalm 19:7, 8.]Psalms 19:7-10
Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 18 (1903)
Lt 65, 1903
18LtMs, Lt 65, 1903, par. 1
I wake in the night, and my heart is drawn out after you. I ask myself, “Should his life end suddenly, would I be guiltless if I do not now do all in my power to lead his mind away from the world?” I find myself sitting up in bed, sending heavenward the petition, “Lord, open his eyes, that he may see wondrous things out of Thy law. The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” [See Psalm 119:18; 19:7.]18LtMs, Lt 65, 1903, par. 10
There are many who dishonor Christ by their unsanctified lives. But there are men who have lived with their eyes fixed on the Saviour. There are faithful ones who have served the Lord with uprightness of heart. Their lives have borne witness to the truth of the words: “The statutes of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart; the commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes. The fear of the Lord is clean, enduring forever; the judgments of the Lord are true and righteous altogether. More to be desired are they than gold; yea, than much fine gold; sweeter also than honey and the honeycomb.” [Psalm 19:8-10.]Psalms 19:7-11
Manuscript Releases, vol. 12 [Nos. 921-999]
MR No. 970—Jesus—Our Righteousness, Example, and Partner
12MR 236.3
God presents before us two classes. For the one—the wicked—He says, “There is no peace” [Isaiah 48:22]. Of the other, “Great peace have they that love thy law: and nothing shall offend them” [Psalm 119:165]. Of that law He says, “The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple. The statutes of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart: the commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes. The fear of the Lord is clean, enduring for ever: the judgments of the Lord are true and righteous altogether. More to be desired are they than gold, yea, than much fine gold: sweeter also than honey and the honeycomb. Moreover by them is thy servant warned: and in keeping of them there is great reward” [Psalm 19:7-11]. We should deem our service for God a pleasure, and should make it the expression of our love for Him.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 15 (1900)
Ms 28, 1900
15LtMs, Ms 28, 1900, par. 13
“The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple. The statutes of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart: the commandments of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes. The fear of the Lord is clean, enduring forever: the judgments of the Lord are true and righteous altogether. More to be desired are they than gold, yea than much fine gold: sweeter also than honey in the honeycomb. Moreover by them is thy servant warned, and in keeping of them there is great reward.” [Psalm 19:7-11.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 9 (1894)
Ms 87, 1894
9LtMs, Ms 87, 1894, par. 5
“The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple. The statutes of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart: the commandment of the Lord is pure enlightening the eyes. The fear of the Lord is clean, enduring forever, the judgments of the Lord are true and righteous altogether. More to be desired are they than gold, yea, than much fine gold: sweeter also than honey and the honeycomb. Moreover by them is thy servant warned: and in keeping of them there is great reward.” [Psalm 19:7-11.] The people who keep God’s commandments are to bring the law of God into their lives, and reveal its value in their characters; they are to be Christlike and show forth true charity.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 12 (1897)
Ms 20, 1897
12LtMs, Ms 20, 1897, par. 18
God presents before us two classes. For the one, the wicked, He says, “There is no peace.” [Isaiah 48:22.] Of the other, “Great peace have they that love thy law, and nothing can offend them.” [Psalm 119:165.] Of that law he says, “The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple. The statutes of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart: the commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes. The fear of the Lord is clean, enduring forever; the judgments of the Lord are true and righteous altogether. More to be desired are they than gold, yea, than much fine gold; sweeter also than honey and the honeycomb. Moreover by them is thy servant warned: and in keeping of them there is great reward.” [Psalm 19:7-11.] We should deem our service for God a pleasure, and should make it the expression of our love for Him.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 12 (1897)
Ms 127, 1897
12LtMs, Ms 127, 1897, par. 23
“I opened my mouth and panted: for I longed for thy commandments.” [Verse 131.] “The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul; the testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple. The statutes of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart: the commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes. The fear of the Lord is clean, enduring forever: the judgments of the Lord are true and righteous altogether. More to be desired are they than gold, yea, than much fine gold: sweeter also than honey in the honey comb. Moreover by them is thy servant warned, and in keeping of them there is great reward.” [Psalm 19:7-11.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 13 (1898)
Ms 110, 1898
13LtMs, Ms 110, 1898, par. 15
How many will you work for, that they may reach the haven of rest and share the commendation, “Well done, good and faithful servant?” [Matthew 25:23.] How many will you help to crown with glory and honor and eternal life? The Lord Jesus Christ wants workers. Will you volunteer? Thousands upon thousands would today be enlightened and stand as God’s commandment-keeping people if His workers had sought to enlighten others. Go to the poorest, and reject not the richer objects of God’s mercy. Blessing and service are linked together. Then let the poor, the discouraged, the sin-sick souls, know that “in keeping of his commandments there is great reward.” [Psalm 19:7-11.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 13 (1898)
Ms 119, 1898
13LtMs, Ms 119, 1898, par. 2
Again he says, “The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple: the statutes of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart: the commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes: the fear of the Lord is clean, enduring forever; the judgments of the Lord are true and righteous altogether. More to be desired are they than gold; yea than much fine gold; sweeter also than honey and the honeycomb. Moreover by them is thy servant warned, and in keeping of them there is great reward.” [Psalm 19:7-11.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 13 (1898)
Lt 9, 1898
13LtMs, Lt 9, 1898, par. 9
Again he declares, “The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple. The statutes of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart: the commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes. The fear of the Lord is clean, enduring forever: the judgments of the Lord are true and righteous altogether. More to be desired are they than gold, yea, than much fine gold: sweeter also than honey and the honeycomb. Moreover by them is thy servant warned, and in keeping of them there is great reward.” [Psalm 19:7-11.] “The works of his hands are verity and judgment; all his commandments are sure. They stand fast for ever and ever, and are done in truth and uprightness. He sent redemption unto his people: he hath commanded his covenant forever: holy and reverend is his name. The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom: a good understanding have all they that do his commandments: his praise endureth forever.” [Psalm 111:7-10.]Psalms 19:7-14
Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 18 (1903)
Lt 180, 1903
18LtMs, Lt 180, 1903, par. 25
“The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple. The statutes of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart: the commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes. The fear of the Lord is clean, enduring forever: the judgments of the Lord are true and righteous altogether. More to be desired are they than gold, yea, than much fine gold: sweeter also than honey and the honeycomb. Moreover by them is Thy servant warned, and in keeping of them there is great reward.” [Psalm 19:7-11.]18LtMs, Lt 180, 1903, par. 26
“Keep back Thy servant also from presumptuous sins; let them not have dominion over me: then shall I be upright, and I shall be innocent of the great transgression. Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in Thy sight, O Lord, My strength, and My Redeemer.” [Verses 13, 14.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 9 (1894)
Lt 34, 1894
9LtMs, Lt 34, 1894, par. 44
“The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple. The statutes of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart: the commandment of the Lord is sure, enlightening the eyes. The fear of the Lord is clean, enduring forever: the judgments of the Lord are true and righteous altogether. More to be desired are they than gold, yea, than much fine gold, sweeter also than honey and the honeycomb. Moreover by them is thy servant warned; and in keeping of them there is great reward. ... Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, Oh Lord, my Strength, and my Redeemer.” [Psalm 19:7-11, 14.] “The meek will he guide in judgment; and the meek will he teach his way. All the paths of the Lord are mercy and truth unto such as keep his covenant and his statutes.” [Psalm 25:9, 10.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 14 (1899)
Ms 109, 1899
14LtMs, Ms 109, 1899, par. 15
The time has come for us to have a decided understanding of what shall be comprehended in medical missionary work—what shall go forth by pen or voice to be discredited, and what to be exalted. As the train of human reasoning is heard, it will be made apparent that the character must be determined by the inward work of grace upon the heart. If the law of God is written in the heart, men will prove the excellence of their resolutions. Their conduct will be after the divine similitude. “The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul; the testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple. The statutes of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart: the commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes, the fear of the Lord is clean, enduring forever: the judgments of the Lord are true and righteous altogether. More to be desired are they than gold, yea, than much fine gold: sweeter also than honey and the honeycomb. Moreover by them is thy servant warned: and in keeping of them there is great reward. Who can understand his errors?” [Psalm 19:7-12.]14LtMs, Ms 109, 1899, par. 16
This is a serious question indeed, and from every soul the prayer should go forth, “Cleanse thou me from secret faults. Keep back thy servant also from presumptuous sins; let them not have dominion over me: then shall I be upright, and I shall be innocent from the great transgression. Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O Lord, my strength, and my Redeemer.” [Verses 12-14.]Selected Messages Book 1
Chapter 26—The Perfect Law
1SM 212.1
When the Spirit of God reveals to man the full meaning of the law, a change takes place in his heart. The faithful portrayal of his true state by the prophet Nathan made David acquainted with his own sins, and aided him in putting them away. He accepted the counsel meekly, and humbled himself before God. “The law of the Lord,” he said, “is perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple. The statutes of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart: the commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes. The fear of the Lord is clean, enduring for ever: the judgments of the Lord are true and righteous altogether. More to be desired are they than gold, yea, than much fine gold: sweeter also than honey and the honeycomb. Moreover by them is thy servant warned: and in keeping of them there is great reward. Who can understand his errors? cleanse thou me from secret faults. Keep back thy servant also from presumptuous sins; let them not have dominion over me: then shall I be upright, and I shall be innocent from the great transgression. Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O Lord, my strength, and my redeemer” (Psalm 19:7-14).Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 8 (1893)
Lt 22, 1893
8LtMs, Lt 22, 1893, par. 2
“The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple. The statutes of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart: the commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes. The fear of the Lord is clean, enduring forever: the judgments of the Lord are true and righteous altogether. More to be desired are they than gold, yea, than much fine gold: sweeter also than honey and the honeycomb. Moreover by them is thy servant warned: and in keeping of them there is great reward. Who can understand his errors? Cleanse thou me from secret faults. Keep back thy servant also from presumptuous sins; let them not have dominion over me: then shall I be upright, and I shall be innocent from the great transgression. Let the words of the mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O Lord, my strength, and my redeemer.” [Psalm 19:7-14.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 14 (1899)
Ms 139, 1899
14LtMs, Ms 139, 1899, par. 22
The psalmist declares, “The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple. The statutes of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart; the commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes. The fear of the Lord is clean, enduring for ever: the judgments of the Lord are true and righteous altogether. More to be desired are they than gold: yea, than much fine gold, sweeter also than honey and the honey comb. Moreover by them is thy servant warned, and in keeping of them there is great reward. Who can understand his errors? Cleanse thou me from secret faults. Keep back thy servant also from presumptuous sins, let them not have dominion over him. Then shall I be upright, and I shall be innocent from the great transgression. Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in thy sight, O Lord, my strength and my redeemer.” [Psalm 19:7-14.]14LtMs, Ms 139, 1899, par. 26
Again the apostle says, “If there be any consolation in Christ, if any comfort of love, if any fellowship of the Spirit, if any bowels and mercies, fulfill ye my joy that ye be like-minded, having the same joy, being of one accord, of one mind.” How much does this appeal impress the mind and affect the actions? “Let nothing be done through strife and vain glory: but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves.” [Philippians 2:1-3.] This is the remedy for all dissension. The best missionary work we can do is to follow the instruction here given. By so doing we shall testify to the fact that “the law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple. The statutes of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart: the commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes.” [Psalm 19:7, 8.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 14 (1899)
Ms 150, 1899
14LtMs, Ms 150, 1899, par. 38
“The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul; the testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple. The statutes of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart: the commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes. The fear of the Lord is clean, enduring forever, the judgments of the Lord are true and righteous altogether. More to be desired are thy than gold, yea, than much fine gold, sweeter also than honey and the honeycomb. Moreover by them is thy servant warned, and in keeping of them there is great reward. Who can understand his errors? Cleanse thou me from secret faults. Keep back thy servant also from presumptuous sins; let them not have dominion over me. Then shall I be upright, and I shall be innocent from the great transgression. Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O Lord, my strength and my redeemer.” [Psalm 19:7-14.]14LtMs, Ms 150, 1899, par. 55
The divine grace which enters a renewed mind is a pervading, active, intense principle, which works like leaven till it has assimilated all to itself. It does not cease its absorbing operations till it has assimilated to itself all with which it comes in contact. It does not correct some evils and leave others untouched. The gospel will not tolerate vice or corruption of any kind. “The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul.” [Psalm 19:7.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 15 (1900)
Lt 46, 1900
15LtMs, Lt 46, 1900, par. 8
“The law of the Lord is perfect converting the soul. The testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple. The statutes of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart; the commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes. The fear of the Lord is clean, enduring forever: the judgments of the Lord are true, and righteous altogether. More to be desired are they than gold, yea, than much fine gold: sweeter also than honey and the honeycomb. Moreover by them is thy servant warned, and in keeping of them there is great reward. Who can understand his errors? cleanse thou me from secret faults. Keep back thy servant also from presumptuous sins; let them not have dominion over me: then shall I be upright, and I shall be innocent from the great transgression. Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O Lord, my strength and my redeemer.” [Psalm 19:7-14.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 17 (1902)
Lt 192, 1902
17LtMs, Lt 192, 1902, par. 5
“The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple. The statutes of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart: the commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes. The fear of the Lord is clean, enduring forever: the judgments of the Lord are true and righteous altogether. More to be desired are they than gold, yea, than much fine gold: sweeter also than honey and the honeycomb. Moreover by them is Thy servant warned: and in keeping of them there is great reward. Who can understand his errors? cleanse Thou me from secret faults. Keep back Thy servant also from presumptuous sins; let them not have dominion over me: then shall I be upright, and I shall be innocent from the great transgression. Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in Thy sight, O Lord, my strength, and my Redeemer.” [Psalm 19:7-14.]Psalms 19:8
Education
Chapter 25—Education and Character
Ed 229.3
Here is the only safeguard for individual integrity, for the purity of the home, the well-being of society, or the stability of the nation. Amidst all life’s perplexities and dangers and conflicting claims the one safe and sure rule is to do what God says. “The statutes of the Lord are right,” and “he that doeth these things shall never be moved.” Psalm 19:8; 15:5.Lift Him Up
The Law for Man’s Happiness, May 6
LHU 140.1
The statutes of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart: the commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes. Psalm 19:8.Prophets and Kings
Chapter 5—Solomon’s Repentance
PK 83.1
It is as true now as when the words were spoken to Israel of obedience to His commandments: “This is your wisdom and your understanding in the sight of the nations.” Deuteronomy 4:6. Here is the only safeguard for individual integrity, for the purity of the home, the well-being of society, or the stability of the nation. Amidst all life’s perplexities and dangers and conflicting claims, the one safe and sure rule is to do what God says. “The statutes of the Lord are right,” and “he that doeth these things shall never be moved.” Psalm 19:8; 15:5.Sons and Daughters of God
Rejoices the Heart and Enlightens the Eyes, February 8
SD 45.1
The statutes of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart: the commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes. Psalm 19:8.The Acts of the Apostles
Chapter 45—Written From Rome
AA 475.2
In every generation and in every land the true foundation for character building has been the same—the principles contained in the word of God. The only safe and sure rule is to do what God says. “The statutes of the Lord are right,” and “he that doeth these things shall never be moved.” Psalms 19:8; 15:5. It was with the word of God that the apostles met the false theories of their day, saying, “Other foundation can no man lay than that is laid.” 1 Corinthians 3:11.From Splendor to Shadow
Counsel to Youths
SS 43.2
It is as true now as when the words were spoken to Israel of obedience to God’s commandments: “This is your wisdom and your understanding in the sight of the nations.” Deuteronomy 4:6. Here is the only safeguard for individual integrity, the purity of the home, or the stability of the nation. “The statutes of the Lord are right,” and “he that doeth these things shall never be moved.” Psalm 19:8; 15:5.Homeward Bound
Keep Your Eyes on Christ, January 28
HB 43.5
In every generation and in every land the true foundation for character building has been the same—the principles contained in the word of God. The only safe and sure rule is to do what God says. “The statutes of the Lord are right,” and “he that doeth these things shall never be moved.” (Psalm 19:8; 15:5.) It was with the word of God that the apostles met the false theories of their day.—The Acts of the Apostles, 474, 475.Psalms 19:9-11
Counsels to Parents, Teachers, and Students
A True Representation
CT 31.1
“Labor not for the meat which perisheth,” Christ admonished, “but for that meat which endureth unto everlasting life, which the Son of man shall give unto you: for Him hath God the Father sealed.” John 6:27. When we obey these words, we shall rightly understand the teachings of the Scriptures, and esteem the truth as the most valuable treasure with which to store the mind. We shall have within us a wellspring of the water of life. We shall pray, as did the psalmist, “Open Thou mine eyes, that I may behold wondrous things out of Thy law;” and we shall find, as he did, that “the judgments of the Lord are true and righteous altogether. More to be desired are they than gold, yea, than much fine gold: sweeter also than honey and the honeycomb. Moreover by them is Thy servant warned: and in keeping of them there is great reward.” Psalm 119:18; 19:9-11.Psalms 19:10
That I May Know Him
A Voice From God, July 9
TMK 196.5
The psalmist prayed, “Open thou mine eyes, that I may behold wondrous things out of thy law.” The Lord heard him, for how full of assurance are the words, “How sweet are thy words unto my taste! yea, sweeter than honey to my mouth!” “More to be desired are they than gold, yea, than much fine gold: sweeter also than honey and the honeycomb.” (Psalm 119:18, 103; 19:10.). And as the Lord heard and answered David, so He will hear and answer us, making our hearts full of gladness and rejoicing.13Letter 25, 1903.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 7 (1891-1892)
Lt 31, 1891
7LtMs, Lt 31, 1891, par. 20
The Psalmist prayed, “Open thou mine eyes, that I may behold wondrous things out of thy law,” and the Lord regarded his sincere prayer, for the sacred record records his satisfaction in the truth revealed to him. He says, “How sweet are thy words unto my taste, Yea, sweeter than honey to my mouth. More than to be desired than gold, yea, than much fine gold. Sweeter also than honey, than the honey comb.” [Psalm 119:18, 103; 19:10.] How rare is this experience.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 18 (1903)
Lt 25, 1903
18LtMs, Lt 25, 1903, par. 14
The psalmist prayed, “Open thou mine eyes, that I may behold wondrous things out of Thy law.” [Psalm 119:18.] The Lord heard him; for how full of assurance are the words, “How sweet are Thy words unto my taste! yea, sweeter than honey to my mouth!” [Verse 103.] “More to be desired are they than gold, yea, than much fine gold; sweeter also than honey and the honeycomb.” [Psalm 19:10.] And as the Lord heard and answered David, so He will hear and answer us, making our hearts full of gladness and rejoicing.Psalms 19:10-11
Education
Chapter 29—The Sabbath
Ed 252.4
“I will meditate in Thy statutes.” “More to be desired are they than gold, yea, than much fine gold.... Moreover by them is Thy servant warned: and in keeping of them there is great reward.” Psalm 119:48; 19:10, 11.Psalms 19:11
Manuscript Releases, vol. 4 [Nos. 210-259]
MR No. 237—Ellen White’s Burden for God’s People
4MR 311.2
He wants every soul that heareth His invitation to say the same to others, and to receive His richest gifts, for He knows that in keeping the commandments of God, we are not brought into servile bondage, but are made free through the blood of Jesus Christ. “And in keeping of them [His commandments] there is great reward” [Psalm 19:11].The Upward Look
While the Sanctuary Is Being Cleansed, November 26
UL 344.4
Tell to others the blessed truths of His Word, and in obeying the words of Christ, continue in His love. How He urges us by the love we bear to Him to keep His commandments. He does this, not to urge us to do impossible things, but because He knows what it means to keep His Father’s commandments. He wants every soul that heareth His invitation to say the same to others, and to receive His richest gifts, for He knows that in keeping the commandments of God, we are not brought into servile bondage, but are made free through the blood of Jesus Christ. “And in keeping of them [His commandments] there is great reward” (Psalm 19:11).To Be Like Jesus
Tell Others to Love and Obey Christ, September 1
BLJ 259.4
Tell to others the blessed truths of His Word, and in obeying the words of Christ, continue in His love. [Tell them] how He urges us by the love we bear to Him to keep His commandments. He does this, not to urge us to do impossible things, but because He knows what it means to keep His Father’s commandments. He wants every soul that heareth His invitation to say the same to others, and to receive His richest gifts, for He knows that in keeping the commandments of God, we are not brought into servile bondage, but are made free through the blood of Jesus Christ. “And in keeping of them [His commandments] there is great reward” (Psalm 19:11).Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 6 (1889-1890)
Ms 48, 1890
6LtMs, Ms 48, 1890, par. 33
Tell to others the blessed truths of His Word, and in obeying the words of Christ, we continue in His love. How He urges us by the love we bear to Him to keep His commandments. He does this, not to urge us to do impossible things, but because He knows what it means to keep His Father’s commandments. He wants every soul that heareth His invitation to say the same to others, and to receive His richest gifts, for He knows that in keeping the commandments of God, we are not brought into servile bondage, but are made free through the blood of Jesus Christ. “And in keeping of them (His commandments) there is great reward.” Psalm 19:11.Psalms 19:12
That I May Know Him
Under the Discipline of God, August 24
TMK 242.1
Who can understand his errors? cleanse thou me from secret faults. Psalm 19:12.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 7 (1891-1892)
Ms 25, 1892
7LtMs, Ms 25, 1892, par. 41
In this life who can boast, for who can understand the magnitude of his errors? Every man is responsible to God for the consecration of every talent to the service of Christ during his whole lifetime. He is accountable for his influence, for all that he might have been had he advance in knowledge and spirituality according to this opportunity. He is accountable for the souls that might have been saved had he labored as they that must give an account. How solemn is the day of our probation. From every one of us let this prayer go up to God, “Cleanse thou me from secret faults.” [Psalm 19:12.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 8 (1893)
Lt 71, 1893
8LtMs, Lt 71, 1893, par. 5
With you there is much at stake. You are motherless. The one who loved and feared God is resting in her death-slumber in the grave. You have motherless brothers and sisters, and if you pursue a course that is after the order Christ would have you, you will be a great blessing to others. It is necessary that you cherish moral independence, that you feel that your only safety is having your life hid with Christ in God. Lay solid timbers into your character-building, and do not cling to sin in any form. Secret sins will strive for the mastery. The Psalmist says, “Who can understand his errors? Cleanse thou me from secret faults.” [Psalm 19:12.]Psalms 19:12-14
Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 13 (1898)
Lt 65, 1898
13LtMs, Lt 65, 1898, par. 36
Those who consider themselves capable and efficient know little of their own poor selves. The explanation has been given me why there is so little safety for men placed in responsible positions. They want to do some great thing in proportion with their supposed great position. In the place of considering themselves as less than nothing unless worked by the Holy Spirit, they themselves want to work the Holy Spirit. The prayer of each should be: “Who can understand his errors? cleanse thou me from secret faults. Keep back thy servant also from presumptuous sins; let them not have dominion over me: then shall I be upright, and I shall be innocent from the great transgression. Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in thy sight, O Lord, my strength and my Redeemer.” [Psalm 19:12-14.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 19 (1904)
Lt 19, 1904
19LtMs, Lt 19, 1904, par. 10
“Who can understand his errors? cleanse Thou me from secret faults. Keep back Thy servant also from presumptuous sins; let them not have dominion over me; then shall I be upright, and I shall be innocent from the great transgression. Let the words of my mouth, and the meditations of my heart, be acceptable in Thy sight, O Lord, my strength and my redeemer.” [Psalm 19:12-14.]Psalms 19:13
Christ Triumphant
Understand the Difference in Faith and Presumption, November 13
CTr 324.1
Keep back thy servant also from presumptuous sins; let them not have dominion over me: then shall I be upright, and I shall be innocent from the great transgression. Psalm 19:13.Our High Calling
Christ’s Example in Overcoming, March 28
OHC 93.1
Keep back thy servant also from presumptuous sins; let them not have dominion over me: then shall I be upright, and I shall be innocent from the great transgression. Psalm 19:13.Psalms 19:14
Mind, Character, and Personality, vol. 2
Chapter 72—Thought Habits
2MCP 657.1
Mind Must Be Firmly Controlled—The youth should begin early to cultivate correct habits of thought. We should discipline the mind to think in a healthful channel and not permit it to dwell upon things that are evil. The psalmist exclaims, “Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in Thy sight, O Lord, my strength, and my Redeemer” (Psalm 19:14).Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 13 (1898)
Ms 183, 1898
13LtMs, Ms 183, 1898, par. 56
I am grateful to my heavenly Father for a restful night. I slept until a little past three o’clock and then I lay in bed and meditated and lifted my heart in prayer and thanksgiving to God. I dressed and had my usual season of prayer. I ask of the Lord, “Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O Lord, my strength, and my redeemer.” Psalm 19:14.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 17 (1902)
Lt 38, 1902
17LtMs, Lt 38, 1902, par. 14
I am intensely desirous that as the Lord’s appointed agency you shall stand in your lot and in your place, awakening unbelievers to a realization of their peril. But this work you can do successfully only as you depend on the Lord. Say in sincerity, “Let the words of my mouth, and the meditations of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O Lord, my strength, and my Redeemer.” [Psalm 19:14.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 19 (1904)
Lt 283, 1904
19LtMs, Lt 283, 1904, par. 21
I pray that you may be a true medical missionary. I pray that you may be able to say of Christ, “He is my strength and my redeemer.” [See Psalm 19:14.] Those who love and fear God, those who have strong confidence in Him have His mercy to save them, His power to defend them, His wisdom to guide them in safe paths.Our High Calling
How to Discipline the Mind, April 17
OHC 113.1
Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O Lord, my strength, and my redeemer. Psalm 19:14.Patriarchs and Prophets
Chapter 37—The Smitten Rock
PP 413.1
The same beautiful and expressive figures are carried throughout the Bible. Centuries before the advent of Christ, Moses pointed to Him as the rock of Israel’s salvation (Deuteronomy 32:15); the psalmist sang of Him as “my Redeemer,” “the rock of my strength,” “the rock that is higher than I,” “a rock of habitation,” “rock of my heart,” “rock of my refuge.” In David’s song His grace is pictured also as the cool, “still waters,” amid green pastures, beside which the heavenly Shepherd leads His flock. Again, “Thou shalt make them,” he says, “drink of the river of Thy pleasures. For with Thee is the fountain of life.” Psalm 19:14; 62:7; 61:2; 71:3 (margin); 73:26 (margin); 94:22; 23:2; 36:8, 9. And the wise man declares, “The wellspring of wisdom [is] as a flowing brook.” Proverbs 18:4. To Jeremiah, Christ is “the fountain of living waters;” to Zechariah, “a fountain opened ... for sin and for uncleanness.” Jeremiah 2:13; Zechariah 13:1.That I May Know Him
The Living Water, January 18
TMK 24.5
References: Deuteronomy 32:15; Psalm 19:14; 62:7; 61:2; 71:3 (margin); 73:26 (margin); 94:22; 23:2; 36:8, 9; Proverbs 18:4; Jeremiah 2:13; Zechariah 13:1; Isaiah 26:4 (margin); 32:2; 41:17; 44:3; 35:6; 55:1; Revelation 22:1, 17.The Story of Jesus
Chapter 10—Teachings of Christ
SJ 62.1
King David prayed, “Create in me a clean heart, O God.” “Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in Thy sight, O Lord, my strength, and my Redeemer.” Psalm 51:10; 19:14. This should be our prayer.This Day With God
Words Are Important, August 4
TDG 225.1
Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O Lord, my strength, and my redeemer. Psalm 19:14.Ye Shall Receive Power
Thoughts Transformed, February 13
YRP 52.2
We have each of us an individual work to do, to gird up the loins of our minds, to be sober, to watch unto prayer. The mind must be firmly controlled to dwell upon subjects that will strengthen the moral powers. The youth should begin early to cultivate correct habits of thought. We should discipline the mind to think in a healthful channel, and not permit it to dwell upon things that are evil. The psalmist exclaims, “Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O Lord, my strength, and my redeemer” (Psalm 19:14).Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 12 (1897)
Ms 73, 1897
12LtMs, Ms 73, 1897, par. 39
The Lord has rich blessings for all who serve Him in righteousness and truth. Great thoughts, noble aspirations, clear perceptions of truth, unselfish purposes, yearnings for purity and holiness, will bear fruit in words that reveal the character of the heart-treasure. This is religion. The Lord will reveal Himself to all who thus serve Him, and will give them knowledge, that they may be fruitful in good words and good deeds. Let us pray as did David, “Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in thy sight, O Lord, my strength, and my Redeemer.” [Psalm 19:14.]EGW Writings — Ellen G. White. Ellen G. White Estate · all rights reserved
Psalms 19:1
Christian Education
Chapter 24—The Literal Week
CE 196.3
Yet the works of creation testify of God’s power and greatness. “The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament showeth his handiwork.” [Psalm 19:1.] Those who take the written word as their counselor, will find in science an aid to understand God.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 6 (1889-1890)
Ms 25, 1890
6LtMs, Ms 25, 1890, par. 13
Many truths necessary to be known are hidden like precious ore in the mines which must be diligently and perseveringly worked in order for the precious treasure to be discovered. Truths essential for us to know lie too deeply buried to be discovered by unaided human reason. God speaks to our senses in His created works. “The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament showeth his handiwork.” [Psalm 19:1.] The soul enlightened by inspiration can see the greatness and power of God in His created works.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 6 (1889-1890)
Ms 1, 1890
6LtMs, Ms 1, 1890, par. 11
Now we want to bring before you something in regard to the work that was done in Ephesus. That work was the burning of the magic books. You will see that in every place God works after the manner that He can best reach the people. When He came to reveal Christ to the Magi, He did not come to them as He did to the shepherds on the plains of Bethlehem. The wise men were reading the works of God in the heavens. “The heavens declare the glory of God” [Psalm 19:1], and God comes to them to educate them in the very manner that He could best reach them. He has a star, a wonderful star, to appear to them. Angels of God hover in the heavens in the shape of a star, and they see the star. As they begin to understand that something strange is taking place, they begin to move, and the star moves before them.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 13 (1898)
Ms 62, 1898
13LtMs, Ms 62, 1898, par. 14
The Lord is good, merciful, and forbearing. The works of creation reveal His character. “The heavens declare the glory of God, and the firmament showeth his handywork.” [Psalm 19:1.] It is man, formed in the image of God, who does not magnify the Lord of Hosts in contemplating the love of God and the perfection of His law. We may now see that the transgression of the law of God has been bringing upon the world God’s displeasure. If he will, man may read in the natural world nature’s testimony to the result of man’s transgression of the law of Jehovah.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 13 (1898)
Ms 96, 1898
13LtMs, Ms 96, 1898, par. 20
The natural things of God’s creation have an influence, and in their very silence is eloquence. They respond to the voice and power of God, and the lessons they teach are that man who has reasoning faculties may have a conception of God’s work, His wisdom, and His care, expressed in the smallest flower that grows. “The heavens declare the glory of God, and the firmament showeth his handiwork.” [Psalm 19:1.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 14 (1899)
Ms 99, 1899
14LtMs, Ms 99, 1899, par. 25
This morning I was reading the nineteenth psalm and the psalms following, and I thought, What beautiful lessons these psalms teach. “The heavens declare the glory of God, and the firmament showeth his handiwork.” [Psalm 19:1.] What is the matter with us? We have lost sight of God. The world has lost the knowledge of God. Our work is to bring the knowledge within the reach of all we possibly can. Our message is, “Behold the Lamb of God, which taketh away the sin of the world.” [John 1:29.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 15 (1900)
Lt 79, 1900
15LtMs, Lt 79, 1900, par. 6
“The heavens declare the glory of God, and the firmament showeth his handiwork.” [Psalm 19:1.] God’s power and glory, revealed in the works of creation, are so manifest that the Psalmist calls a man a fool for saying in his heart, There is no God. That there is a God needs no proof from man. Men darken counsel by their weak suppositions.Lift Him Up
The Heavens Declare the Glory of God, February 9
LHU 54.1
The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament sheweth his handywork. Psalm 19:1.Manuscript Releases, vol. 13 [Nos. 1000-1080]
MR No. 1037—Importance of Accepting and Applying God’s Word; Christ’s Mission, and His Method of Teaching
13MR 243.1
Many truths necessary to be known are hidden like precious ore in mines which must be diligently and perseveringly worked in order for the precious treasure to be discovered. Truths essential for us to know lie too deeply buried to be discovered by unaided human reason. God speaks to our senses in His created works. “The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament showeth His handywork” [Psalm 19:1]. The soul enlightened by inspiration can see the greatness and power of God in His created works.My Life Today
God in Nature, October 17
ML 294.1
The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament sheweth his handywork. Psalm 19:1.Patriarchs and Prophets
Chapter 9—The Literal Week
PP 116.2
Yet the works of creation testify of God’s power and greatness. “The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament showeth His handiwork.” Psalm 19:1. Those who take the written word as their counselor will find in science an aid to understand God. “The invisible things of Him from the creation of the world are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even His eternal power and Godhead.” Romans 1:20.The Ellen G. White 1888 Materials
Importance of Accepting and Applying God’s Word; Christ’s Mission, and His Method of Teaching
1888 526.1
Many truths necessary to be known are hidden like precious ore in mines which must be diligently and perseveringly worked in order for the precious treasure to be discovered. Truths essential for us to know lie too deeply buried to be discovered by unaided human reason. God speaks to our senses in His created works. “The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament showeth His handywork” [Psalm 19:1]. The soul enlightened by inspiration can see the greatness and power of God in His created works.Sermons and Talks, vol. 2
Manuscript 1, 1890
2SAT 61.1
Now, we want to bring before you something in regard to the work that was done in Ephesus. That work was the burning of the magic books. You will see that in every place God works after the manner that He can best reach the people. When He came to reveal Christ to the Magi, He did not come to them as He did to the shepherds on the plains of Bethlehem. The wise men were reading the works of God in the heavens. “The heavens declare the glory of God” [Psalm 19:1], and God comes to them to educate them in the very manner that He could best reach them. He had a star, a wonderful star, to appear to them. Angels of God hovered in the heavens in the shape of a star, and they saw the star. As they began to understand that something strange was taking place, they began to move, and the star moved before them.From Eternity Past
True Science and the Bible Agree
EP 68.2
Men may be ever searching, ever learning, and still there is an infinity beyond. The works of creation testify of God’s power and greatness. See Psalm 19:1. Those who take the Written Word as their counselor will find in science an aid to understand God. “The invisible things of Him from the creation of the world are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even His eternal power and Godhead.” Romans 1:20.Homeward Bound
Sabbath and the World of Nature, June 18
HB 191.1
The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament shows His handiwork.—Psalm 19:1.