EGW WritingsPsalms 46
Ellen G. White
Read Psalms 46 in the BiblePsalms 46:1-2
In Heavenly Places
Infinite Power, January 11
HP 17.5
He who commits his soul to Jesus need not despond. We have an all-powerful Saviour. Looking to Jesus, the author and finisher of your faith, you can say, “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore will not we fear, though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea” (Psalm 46:1, 2)....Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 19 (1904)
Lt 139, 1904
19LtMs, Lt 139, 1904, par. 7
I praise the Lord that the time is soon coming when every one whose name is written in the book of life will be delivered. “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore will not we fear, though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea.” [Psalm 46:1, 2.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 20 (1905)
Lt 329a, 1905
20LtMs, Lt 329a, 1905, par. 8
We have every encouragement, that if we daily surrender our wills to God, the promise will be fulfilled: “And of His fulness have we all received, and grace for grace.” [Verse 16.] Every revealing of the grace of Christ in our behalf is for us. We are to reveal His grace in our lives, in thought, word, and deed. Let us not lose our opportunity to speak and act Christ Jesus. We are to represent the mercy, the love, and the power of Christ—the power that He has given us. “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore will not we fear, though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea.” [Psalm 46:1, 2.]Psalms 46:1-3
Darkness Before Dawn
The Doom of the Wicked
DD 48.1
Through a rift in the clouds there beams a star whose brilliancy is increased fourfold in contrast with the darkness. It speaks hope and joy to the faithful, but severity and wrath to the transgressors of God’s law. Those who have sacrificed all for Christ are now secure, hidden as in the secret of the Lord’s pavilion. They have been tested, and before the world and the despisers of truth they have evinced their fidelity to Him who died for them. A marvelous change has come over those who have held fast their integrity in the very face of death. They have been suddenly delivered from the dark and terrible tyranny of men transformed to demons. Their faces, so lately pale, anxious, and haggard, are now aglow with wonder, faith, and love. Their voices rise in triumphant song: “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore will not we fear, though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea; though the waters thereof roar and be troubled, though the mountains shake with the swelling thereof.” Psalm 46:1-3.From Here to Forever
The Day of the Lord
HF 387.2
Those who have sacrificed all for Christ are now secure. Before the world and in the face of death they have evinced their fidelity to Him who died for them. Their faces, so lately pale and haggard, are now aglow with wonder. Their voices rise in triumphant song: “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore will not we fear, though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea; though the waters thereof roar and be troubled, though the mountains shake with the swelling thereof.” Psalm 46:1-3.The Great Hope (Condensed)
The Day of the Lord
GrH_c 45.3
Those who have sacrificed all for Christ are now secure. Before the world and in the face of death they have evinced their fidelity to Him who died for them. Their faces, so lately pale and haggard, are now aglow with wonder. Their voices rise in triumphant song: “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore will not we fear, though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea; though the waters thereof roar and be troubled, though the mountains shake with the swelling thereof.” Psalm 46:1-3.Homeward Bound
God’s Law and Sabbath Vindicated, June 30
HB 203.2
While these words of holy trust [Psalm 46:1-3] ascend to God, the clouds sweep back, and the starry heavens are seen, unspeakably glorious in contrast with the black and angry firmament on either side. The glory of the celestial city streams from the gates ajar. Then there appears against the sky a hand holding two tables of stone folded together. Says the prophet: “The heavens shall declare His righteousness: for God is judge Himself.” (Psalm 50:6.) That holy law, God’s righteousness, that amid thunder and flame was proclaimed from Sinai as the guide of life, is now revealed to the world as the rule of judgment. The hand opens the tables, and there are seen the precepts of the Decalogue, traced as with a pen of fire. The words are so plain that all can read them. Memory is aroused, the darkness of superstition and heresy is swept from every mind, and God’s ten words, brief, comprehensive, and authoritative, are presented to the view of all the inhabitants of the earth.Homeward Bound
Secure at Last, December 5
HB 370.2
Through a rift in the clouds there beams a star whose brilliancy is increased fourfold in contrast with the darkness. It speaks hope and joy to the faithful, but severity and wrath to the transgressors of God’s law. Those who have sacrificed all for Christ are now secure, hidden as in the secret of the Lord’s pavilion. They have been tested, and before the world and the despisers of truth they have evinced their fidelity to Him who died for them. A marvelous change has come over those who have held fast their integrity in the very face of death. They have been suddenly delivered from the dark and terrible tyranny of human beings transformed to demons. Their faces, so lately pale, anxious, and haggard, are now aglow with wonder, faith, and love. Their voices rise in triumphant song: “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore will not we fear, though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea; though the waters thereof roar and be troubled, though the mountains shake with the swelling thereof.” (Psalm 46:1-3.) . . .Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 16 (1901)
Ms 151, 1901
16LtMs, Ms 151, 1901, par. 2
“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore will not we fear, though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea; though the waters thereof roar and be troubled, though the mountains shake with the swelling thereof.” [Psalm 46:1-3.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 18 (1903)
Ms 130, 1903
18LtMs, Ms 130, 1903, par. 31
No one need despond who commits his soul to Jesus. We have an all-powerful Saviour. Looking to Jesus, the author and finisher of your faith, you can say, “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore will we not fear, though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea; though the waters thereof roar and be troubled, though the mountains shake with the swelling thereof.” [Psalm 46:1-3.]Heaven
Chapter 4—God’s People Delivered
Hvn 29.2
A marvelous change has come over those who have held fast their integrity in the very face of death. They have been suddenly delivered from the dark and terrible tyranny of men transformed to demons. Their faces, so lately pale, anxious, and haggard, are now aglow with wonder, faith, and love. Their voices rise in triumphant song: “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore will not we fear, though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea; though the waters thereof roar and be troubled, though the mountains shake with the swelling thereof.” [Psalm 46:1-3].In Heavenly Places
Trust When You Make Mistakes, April 27
HP 124.6
“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore will not we fear, though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea; though the waters thereof roar and be troubled, though the mountains shake with the swelling thereof.” “For this God is our God for ever and ever: he will be our guide even unto death” (Psalm 46:1-3; 48:14).48The Review and Herald, April 7, 1904.Maranatha
The Earth Flees From Its Maker, October 4
Mar 285.3
Through a rift in the clouds there beams a star whose brilliancy is increased fourfold in contrast with the darkness. It speaks hope and joy to the faithful, but severity and wrath to the transgressors of God’s law. Those who have sacrificed all for Christ are now secure, hidden as in the secret of the Lord’s pavilion. They have been tested, and before the world and the despisers of truth they have evinced their fidelity to Him who died for them. A marvelous change has come over those who have held fast their integrity in the very face of death. They have been suddenly delivered from the dark and terrible tyranny of men transformed to demons. Their faces, so lately pale, anxious, and haggard, are now aglow with wonder, faith, and love. Their voices rise in triumphant song: “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore will not we fear, though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea; though the waters thereof roar and be troubled, though the mountains shake with the swelling thereof.” Psalm 46:1-3.12The Great Controversy, 637-639.The Great Controversy
Chapter 40—God’s People Delivered
GC 638.2
Through a rift in the clouds there beams a star whose brilliancy is increased fourfold in contrast with the darkness. It speaks hope and joy to the faithful, but severity and wrath to the transgressors of God’s law. Those who have sacrificed all for Christ are now secure, hidden as in the secret of the Lord’s pavilion. They have been tested, and before the world and the despisers of truth they have evinced their fidelity to Him who died for them. A marvelous change has come over those who have held fast their integrity in the very face of death. They have been suddenly delivered from the dark and terrible tyranny of men transformed to demons. Their faces, so lately pale, anxious, and haggard, are now aglow with wonder, faith, and love. Their voices rise in triumphant song: “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore will not we fear, though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea; though the waters thereof roar and be troubled, though the mountains shake with the swelling thereof.” Psalm 46:1-3.The Great Controversy (1888 ed.)
Chapter 40—God’s People Delivered
GC88 638.2
Through a rift in the clouds, there beams a star whose brilliancy is increased fourfold in contrast with the darkness. It speaks hope and joy to the faithful, but severity and wrath to the transgressors of God’s law. Those who have sacrificed all for Christ are now secure, hidden as in the secret of the Lord’s pavilion. They have been tested, and before the world and the despisers of truth they have evinced their fidelity to Him who died for them. A marvelous change has come over those who have held fast their integrity in the very face of death. They have been suddenly delivered from the dark and terrible tyranny of men transformed to demons. Their faces, so lately pale, anxious, and haggard, are now aglow with wonder, faith, and love. Their voices rise in triumphant song: “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore will not we fear, though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea; though the waters thereof roar and be troubled, though the mountains shake with the swelling thereof.” [Psalm 46:1-3.]The Spirit of Prophecy, vol. 4
Chapter 35—God’s People Delivered
4SP 456.1
Through a rift in the clouds, there beams a star whose brilliancy is increased fourfold in contrast with the darkness. It speaks hope and joy to the faithful, but severity and wrath to the transgressors of God’s law. Those who have sacrificed all for Christ are now secure, hidden as in the secret of the Lord’s pavilion. They have been tested, and before the world and the despisers of truth they have evinced their fidelity to Him who died for them. A marvelous change has come over those who have held fast their integrity in the very face of death. They have been suddenly delivered from the dark and terrible tyranny of men transformed to demons. Their faces, so lately pale, anxious, and haggard, are now aglow with wonder, faith, and love. Their voices rise in triumphant song: “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore will not we fear, though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea; though the waters thereof roar and the troubled, though the mountains shake with the swelling thereof.” [Psalm 46:1-3.]The Upward Look
Take Your Stand on Christ’s Side, November 3
UL 321.5
No one need despond who commits his soul to Jesus. We have an all-powerful Saviour. Looking to Jesus, the Author and Finisher of your faith, you can say, “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore will not we fear, though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea; though the waters thereof roar and be troubled, though the mountains shake with the swelling thereof” (Psalm 46:1-3)....The Voice in Speech and Song
Chapter 73—Song in the Last Great Crisis
VSS 462.3
A marvelous change has come over those who have held fast their integrity in the very face of death. They have been suddenly delivered from the dark and terrible tyranny of men transformed to demons. Their faces, so lately pale, anxious, and haggard, are now aglow with wonder, faith, and love. Their voices rise in triumphant song: “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore will not we fear, though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea; though the waters thereof roar and be troubled, though the mountains shake with the swelling thereof.” Psalm 46:1-3.—The Great Controversy, 638, 639.Psalms 46:1-4
Faith and Works
Not Boisterous or Untamable
FW 88.2
If happiness is drawn from outside sources and not from the Divine Fount, it will be as changeable as varying circumstances can make it; but the peace of Christ is a constant and abiding peace. It does not depend on any circumstance in life, on the amount of worldly goods, or the number of earthly friends. Christ is the fountain of living waters, and happiness and peace drawn from Him will never fail, for He is a well-spring of life. Those who trust in Him can say: “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore will not we fear, though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea; though the waters thereof roar and be troubled, though the mountains shake with the swelling thereof.... There is a river, the streams whereof shall make glad the city of God, the holy place of the tabernacles of the Most High” (Psalm 46:1-4).Jesus, Name Above All Names
Second Adam, December 30
JNN 382.3
If happiness is drawn from outside sources and not from the Divine Fount, it will be as changeable as varying circumstances can make it; but the peace of Christ is a constant and abiding peace. It does not depend on any circumstance in life, on the amount of worldly goods, or the number of earthly friends. Christ is the fountain of living waters, and happiness and peace drawn from Him will never fail, for He is a well-spring of life. Those who trust in Him can say: “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore will not we fear, though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea ...” (Psalm 46:1-4).Psalms 46:1-7
Education
Chapter 17—Poetry and Song
Ed 165.9
“This God is our God for ever and ever:He will be our guide even unto death.” Psalm 46:1, 2; 46:4-7, R.V., margin; 48:14.
Psalms 46:1-11
From Splendor to Shadow
A Battle Won by a Choir Singing
God is our refuge and strength,
A very present help in trouble.
He breaks the bow, and shatters the spear,
He burns the chariots with fire!
Be still, and know that I am God.
I am exalted among the nations,
I am exalted in the earth!
The Lord of hosts is with us;
The God of Jacob is our refuge.
Psalm 46:1, 9-11, RSV
Prophets and Kings
Chapter 15—Jehoshaphat
PK 203.2
“God is our refuge and strength,A very present help in trouble....
He breaketh the bow, and cutteth the spear in sunder;
He burneth the chariot in the fire.
Be still, and know that I am God:
I will be exalted among the heathen, I will be exalted in the earth.
The Lord of hosts is with us;
The God of Jacob is our refuge.” Psalm 46.
This Day With God
Our Refuge and Strength, November 16
TDG 329.1
God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.... The Lord of hosts is with us. Psalm 46:1-11.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 21 (1906)
Lt 222, 1906
21LtMs, Lt 222, 1906, par. 7
“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore will not we fear, though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea; though the waters thereof roar and be troubled, though the mountains shake with the swelling thereof. There is a river, the streams whereof shall make glad the city of God, the holy place of the tabernacles of the Most High. God is in the midst of her; she shall not be moved, God shall help her, and that right early. The heathen raged, the kingdoms were moved: He uttered His voice, the earth melted. The Lord of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge. Come, behold the works of the Lord, what desolation He hath made in the earth. He maketh wars to cease unto the end of the earth; He breaketh the bow, and cutteth the spear in sunder; He burneth the chariot in the fire. Be still, and know that I am God: I will be exalted among the heathen, I will be exalted in the earth. The Lord of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge.” [Psalm 46:1-11.]Psalms 46:4
Radiant Religion
The River of Water of Life, December 24
RRe 360.1
There is a river, the streams whereof shall make glad the city of God, the holy place of the tabernacles of the Most High. Psalm 46:4.Psalms 46:5
Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 7 (1891-1892)
Ms 13, 1892
7LtMs, Ms 13, 1892, par. 8
The people of God are called “the light of the world, a city set upon a hill that cannot be hid.” [Matthew 5:14.] “Glorious things are spoken of thee, O city of God.” “God is in the midst of her; she shall not be moved.” [Psalm 87:3; 46:5.] The Sun of Righteousness has risen upon the church, and it is the duty of the church to shine. Those who are connected with Christ will grow in grace and in the knowledge of Jesus Christ, to the full stature of men and women. It is the privilege of every soul to make advancement. No one is to be an idler in the vineyard.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 12 (1897)
Ms 170, 1897
12LtMs, Ms 170, 1897, par. 17
The Lord is the shield of His people. He alone must be our strength, our sufficiency. He says to His people, “Fear not; ... I am he that liveth, and was dead; and, behold, I am alive for evermore.” Revelation 1:17, 18. “God is in the midst of her; she shall not be moved: God shall help her, and that right early.” Psalm 46:5. Our relation with God must be of a distinct character as a people waiting and watching for the Son of Man to come in the clouds of heaven. The church whom God loves and keeps as His commandmentkeeping people is as precious as the apple of His eye. The Lord saith, Do you know your privileges? Have you faith in God? Have you a living connection with God? Do we sense His love as light in the morning in the midst of the church militant, feeding each lamp with the golden oil of His grace, of His love? Zechariah 4; Deuteronomy 10:19-22.Psalms 46:7
My Life Today
God Is With Me, October 13
ML 290.1
The Lord of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge. Psalm 46:7.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 4 (1883 - 1886)
Ms 15, 1884
4LtMs, Ms 15, 1884, par. 20
I thought, Should those who took their stand fully on the Lord’s side at the Ohio camp meeting feel their daily accountability to God and meet this accountability, it is impossible to compute the amount of good they may do in letting their light shine forth to the world. With the Word of God in the hand and religion in the heart, good, and not evil, will follow in our track, that you may say in confidence, “The Lord of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge.” Psalm 46:7.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 7 (1891-1892)
Lt 27a, 1892
7LtMs, Lt 27a, 1892, par. 14
My love to Jesus and my heavenly Father has increased in depth and breadth. When hope has for a moment seemed dim, when pain seemed almost beyond endurance, I have prayed as did Jacob, “I will not let thee go, except thou bless me” [Genesis 32:26], and after an earnest struggle, what light has come into my heart! What blessings! I could say as never before, “I know that my Redeemer liveth to make intercession for me before the Father.” I have found a refuge in Christ. He has seemed to be as a wall of fire about me. Sometimes there was a soft, subdued light all about me. I seemed to understand as never before these words of the Psalmist: “The Lord of Hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge.” [Psalm 46:7.] “For this God is our God forever and ever: he will be our guide even unto death.” [Psalm 48:14.] “My soul, wait thou upon God; for my expectation is from him.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 9 (1894)
Ms 105, 1894
9LtMs, Ms 105, 1894, par. 6
It will not answer for parents to shut themselves away from religious influences and from the knowledge and practice of the truth. You will not have a lamp to your feet and a light to your path so that you may avoid the pitfalls that Satan is constantly devising to entrap the soul. The Lord requires more of you than you have ever given him, — he requires the surrender of the whole heart. When you give him your heart, you will have his glory in view, and will discharge your God entrusted responsibilities, not seeking to please your neighbors, not walking with your hand upon their pulse to see if their hearts beat in harmony with your own; but you will study to show yourselves approved unto God, workmen that need not to be ashamed. You will then be able to say truthfully, “The Lord of hosts is with us, the God of Jacob is our refuge.” [Psalm 46:7.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 11 (1896)
Ms 69a, 1896
11LtMs, Ms 69a, 1896, par. 13
Study to show yourselves approved unto God, workmen that needeth not to be ashamed; then you can truthfully say, “The Lord of Hosts is with us, the God of Jacob is our refuge.” [Psalm 46:7.] Will you consider that an adulterated Christianity is surrounding us? It is now that we are to heed the third angel’s message, and the message is to the churches: “Remember therefore from whence thou art fallen, and repent, and do the first works; or else I will come unto thee quickly, and will remove thy candlestick out of his place, except thou repent.” [Revelation 2:5.] There must be a turning unto God in obeying His commandments. There must be much more praying done, and watching unto prayer, else you will be walking in darkness.Psalms 46:10
Education
Chapter 30—Faith and Prayer
Ed 260.2
An intensity such as never before was seen is taking possession of the world. In amusement, in moneymaking, in the contest for power, in the very struggle for existence, there is a terrible force that engrosses body and mind and soul. In the midst of this maddening rush, God is speaking. He bids us come apart and commune with Him. “Be still, and know that I am God.” Psalm 46:10.Reflecting Christ
Divine Power Obtained Through Prayer, April 14
RC 118.6
In all who are under the training of God is to be revealed a life that is not in harmony with the world, its customs, or its practices; and everyone needs to have a personal experience in obtaining a knowledge of the will of God. We must individually hear Him speaking to the heart. When every other voice is hushed, and in quietness we wait before Him, the silence of the soul makes more distinct the voice of God. He bids us, “Be still, and know that I am God” (Psalm 46:10).Sons and Daughters of God
We Are to Take Time to Think About God, April 12
SD 109.1
Be still, and know that I am God: I will be exalted among the heathen, I will be exalted in the earth. Psalm 46:10.Testimonies for the Church, vol. 8
Speculative Theories
8T 279.3
We are as ignorant of God as little children, but as little children we may love and obey Him. Instead of speculating in regard to His nature or His prerogatives, let us give heed to the word He has spoken: “Be still, and know that I am God.” Psalm 46:10.That I May Know Him
“Come Ye Yourselves Apart,” September 10
TMK 259.4
In all who are under the training of God is to be revealed a life that is not in harmony with the world, its customs, or its practices, and everyone needs to have a personal experience in obtaining a knowledge of the will of God. We must individually hear Him speaking to the heart. When every other voice is hushed, and in quietness we wait before Him, the silence of the soul makes more distinct the voice of God. He bids us, “Be still, and know that I am God” (Psalm 46:10). Here alone can true rest be found. And this is the effectual preparation for all who labor for God. Amid the hurrying throng and the strain of life’s intense activities, the soul that is thus refreshed will be surrounded with an atmosphere of light and peace. The life will breathe out fragrance and will reveal a divine power that will reach men’s hearts.11The Desire of Ages, 362, 363.The Desire of Ages
Chapter 38—Come Rest Awhile
DA 363.3
In all who are under the training of God is to be revealed a life that is not in harmony with the world, its customs, or its practices; and everyone needs to have a personal experience in obtaining a knowledge of the will of God. We must individually hear Him speaking to the heart. When every other voice is hushed, and in quietness we wait before Him, the silence of the soul makes more distinct the voice of God. He bids us, “Be still, and know that I am God.” Psalm 46:10. Here alone can true rest be found. And this is the effectual preparation for all who labor for God. Amid the hurrying throng, and the strain of life’s intense activities, the soul that is thus refreshed will be surrounded with an atmosphere of light and peace. The life will breathe out fragrance, and will reveal a divine power that will reach men’s hearts.The Faith I Live By
Infinitely Wise and Good, February 24
FLB 61.5
We are as ignorant of God as little children, but as little children we may love and obey Him. Instead of speculating in regard to His nature or His prerogatives, let us give heed to the word He has spoken: “Be still, and know that I am God.” Psalm 46:10.116Testimonies for the Church 8:279.The Faith I Live By
Heart Communion With God, August 7
FLB 225.2
An intensity such as never before was seen is taking possession of the world. In amusement, in moneymaking, in the contest for power, in the very struggle for existence, there is a terrible force that engrosses body and mind and soul. In the midst of this maddening rush, God is speaking. He bids us come apart and commune with Him. “Be still, and know that I am God.” Psalm 46:10.The Ministry of Healing
Chapter 3—With Nature and With God
MH 58.3
All who are under the training of God need the quiet hour for communion with their own hearts, with nature, and with God. In them is to be revealed a life that is not in harmony with the world, its customs, or its practices; and they need to have a personal experience in obtaining a knowledge of the will of God. We must individually hear Him speaking to the heart. When every other voice is hushed, and in quietness we wait before Him, the silence of the soul makes more distinct the voice of God. He bids us, “Be still, and know that I am God.” Psalm 46:10. This is the effectual preparation for all labor for God. Amidst the hurrying throng, and the strain of life’s intense activities, he who is thus refreshed will be surrounded with an atmosphere of light and peace. He will receive a new endowment of both physical and mental strength. His life will breathe out a fragrance, and will reveal a divine power that will reach men’s hearts.This Day With God
Rule of Righteousness, March 10
TDG 78.4
“The varied interests of the work are to be built up with care. From this time onward responsibilities will rapidly increase. God’s will, the perfect rule of righteousness, is to be revealed in your work. Commune often every day with your God, and listen to the voice that says to you, ‘Be still, and know that I am God’ (Psalm 46:10). As your responsibilities increase with the advancement of the message, temptations will also increase. As the magnitude of the work presses itself upon the soul, humble your hearts before God. Act faithfully your part in the work, and stand faithfully in your individual accountability before God. God is no respecter of persons. He that doeth righteousness is righteous. A mere profession is of no value, and knowledge is of worth only as it is used righteously.Sermons and Talks, vol. 2
Manuscript 144, 1901
2SAT 170.2
Do not talk, but pray. We have always had so much to say; in faith apply it to yourself. God says, “Be still, and know that I am God” [Psalm 46:10]. Be still long enough to know that God is God. Remember that you are to help everyone around you. Forget yourself, your bruises and wounds and difficulties. Praise God, and He will receive you because He lives, and you may live also.—Ms 144, 1901 (MR 900.60).Gospel Workers (1915 ed.)
Danger from Overwork
GW 246.3
In all who are under the training of God is to be revealed a life that is not in harmony with the world, its customs or its practices; and every one needs to have a personal experience in obtaining a knowledge of the will of God.... He bids us, “Be still, and know that I am God.” [Psalm 46:10.] Here alone can true rest be found. And this is the effectual preparation for all labor for God. Amid the hurrying throng, and the strain of life’s intense activities, the soul that is thus refreshed will be surrounded with an atmosphere of light and peace. The life will breathe out fragrance, and will reveal a divine power that will reach men’s hearts.—The Desire of Ages, 363.From Heaven With Love
Chapter 38—Christ and the Twelve Take a Vacation
HLv 243.2
Everyone needs a personal experience in obtaining a knowledge of the will of God. We must individually hear Him speaking to the heart. When every other voice is hushed and in quietness we wait before Him, the silence of the soul makes more distinct the voice of God. See Psalm 46:10. Here alone can true rest be found. The soul thus refreshed will reveal a divine power that will reach men’s hearts.With God at Dawn
Be Still, and Know, April 7
WGD 99.1
Be still, and know that I am God: I will be exalted among the heathen, I will be exalted in the earth. Psalm 46:10.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 7 (1891-1892)
Lt 19e, 1892
7LtMs, Lt 19e, 1892, par. 12
Whatever burdens lay heavily, cast them on the Lord. He that keepeth Israel neither slumbers nor sleeps. Repose in God. He is kept in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on God. At times it will seem that you cannot take another step. Well, wait and know that “I am God.” [Psalm 46:10.] “Be strong and of good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed, for the Lord thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest.” [Joshua 1:9.] “I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.” [Isaiah 41:10.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 7 (1891-1892)
Lt 12, 1892
7LtMs, Lt 12, 1892, par. 8
God has warned us against presumption. Hold fast; yield my post of duty? No, never. If resolutions which I know to be wrong are carried over my head, shall I be presumptuous? And shall I say as did Elijah, “It is enough; now, O Lord, take away my life; for I am not better than my fathers.” [1 Kings 19:4.] No. “Be still, and know that I am God.” [Psalm 46:10.] You are not using yourself, you are only an instrument in the hands of God. If one pushes aside the instrument, he thrusts aside the hand that is working that instrument.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 8 (1893)
Lt 78, 1893
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“And I saw the dead, small and great, stand before God; and the books were opened: and another book was opened, which is the book of life: and the dead were judged out of those things which were written in the books, according to their works. And the sea gave up the dead which were in it; and death and hell delivered up the dead which were in them: and they were judged every man according to their works. And death and hell were cast into the lake of fire. This is the second death. And whosoever was not found written in the book of life was cast into the lake of fire.” [Verses 12-15.] We shall feel that we are in the presence of God, and awed and amazed, we will be still and know that “I am God.” [Psalm 46:10.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 9 (1894)
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There is little of the Holy Spirit in your councils. The men composing them do not feel that they must “be still and learn that I am God.” [Psalm 46:10.] The work has been extended, and the churches need the riches of the grace of God, the sanctification of the Spirit of God, that the members, by a proper division of labor, may develop their capabilities in doing good. A more important matter than this cannot occupy the minds of the members of the General Conference in their deliberations. The same men are not to compose your boards year after year. Changes should have been made long ago. God would have the church roll away her reproach, but as long as men, who have felt fully competent to work without accepting counsel of God, are kept in office year after year, this cannot be done. This state of things is leavening every branch of the work, because men do not feel their need of the guidance of the Holy Spirit. When men feel competent to pronounce judgment and condemn the Holy Spirit, they do a work for themselves which will be difficult to counteract. The whole head becomes sick, and the discernment so weak that it is apt to judge unrighteously. The Spirit still calls, but they do not hear nor heed the call of God.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 11 (1896)
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Well, I expect Willie, every moment, to go take the mail down to Sydney. Next week another mail goes, and I will then send you additional copies. I shall send this to Battle Creek, for I expect you must be there, but I wish I could understand what this silence means. But I say to you, my son, let not a thought of how you have been treated enter your mind. I care only for my Lord Jesus Christ. I am ashamed for my Saviour to have His precious character misrepresented, but Edson, I have no directions to give you, only to have your heart a home for Jesus. Then you will have no envy, no revenge, but only His tenderness and His sympathy and His love, even the ornament of a meek and quiet spirit, which is in the sight of God of great price. It is a blessed thing to “be still and know that I am God.” [Psalm 46:10.] Silence, when you are charged unjustly, is eloquent. To answer back will not avail anything. Let the peace of God rule in your heart, and be ye thankful. Oh, I am so glad that the Lord Jesus did reach down His arm to save you, to bless you, uphold you, because you put your entire trust in Him, and are obedient.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 11 (1896)
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I have a few moments more and will say, Don’t rush. Do not let the enemy rush you. Last night I was shown in my dream a man with his hand upon your shoulder saying, “Be still, and know that I am God.” [Psalm 46:10.] Wrestle not yourself out of the hands of your Saviour. “Lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world.” [Matthew 28:20.] You must not let your children lead or drive you to make hasty moves without light or counsel of God.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 11 (1896)
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We are now in the midst of an interesting institute, to consider the subject of higher education and what is comprised in a whole-sided education. I have reason to be grateful to my heavenly Father for His tender watchcare over me. After very taxing labor in the suburbs of Sydney, I returned home greatly exhausted. The institute meetings commenced one week ago last Thursday; but I could not take any part until last Friday. I kept in the open air much of the time. This, with the most simple food—crackers and uncooked tomatoes—were all the remedies that I used. And I repeated the Scripture, “Be still and know that I am God.” [Psalm 46:10.]Life Sketches of Ellen G. White
Chapter 41—The Death of Elder James White
LS 253.2
At times I felt that I could not have my husband die. But these words seemed to be impressed on my mind: “Be still, and know that I am God.” Psalm 46:10. I keenly feel my loss, but dare not give myself up to useless grief. This would not bring back the dead. And I am not so selfish as to wish, if I could, to bring him from his peaceful slumber to engage again in the battles of life. Like a tired warrior, he has lain down to sleep. I will look with pleasure upon his resting place. The best way in which I and my children can honor the memory of him who has fallen, is to take the work where he left it, and in the strength of Jesus carry it forward to completion. We will be thankful for the years of usefulness that were granted to him; and for his sake, and for Christ’s sake, we will learn from his death a lesson which we shall never forget. We will let this bereavement make us more kind and gentle, more forbearing, patient, and thoughtful toward the living.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 11 (1896)
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Increased responsibilities bring increased accountability. He who would be a faithful servant must give entire and willing service to the greatest teacher the world ever knew. His ideas and principles must be kept pure by the power of God. Every day he must learn to become worthy of the trust placed upon him. His mind must be quickened by the divine power. His character must be uncontaminated by the influence of his relatives, his friends or his neighbors. At times he must turn aside from active life to commune with God, and to hear his voice saying to him, “Be still, and know that I am God.” [Psalm 46:10.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 11 (1896)
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In your council meetings and committee meetings, decisions are made, plans devised and matured, which, when put into practice, will leave an impression on the work at large; and no vestige of spirit of harshness should appear. Loud, impatient words should never be heard. Remember that in all your council meetings there is a heavenly Watcher. Do not allow one word of vanity to be spoken, for you are legislating for God, and He says to you, “Be still, and know that I am God.” [Psalm 46:10.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 11 (1896)
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It is those who are in positions of trust, those who have great light, large opportunities, who are not forming characters and carrying into their life practice principles that will stand the test of trial. These need to be rebuked sharply for their influence over the young. The impetuous temper must be eradicated. When provoked, do not pour out a torrent of words and commit sin; but talk with your Lord about it. Say to your soul, “Be still, and know that I am God.” [Psalm 46:10.] If the God-given responsibilities of saving souls ready to perish were understood, old habits, traditionary sentiments that clog and hinder reformatory action would be cut away from the heart and life, and a transformation would take place in character.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 11 (1896)
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I have words of encouragement for you. “Then are they glad because they are quiet.” [Psalm 107:30.] Silence in the soul makes more distinct the voice of God. The Lord’s everlasting arms are beneath you, my sister. You have begun to feel after God, and your soul is refusing to believe itself, time-bound and sense-bound. You are now responding to the words of Christ Jesus. The Lord Jesus has taken you into a harbor of gracious experience, and bids you, “Be still, and know that I am God.” [Psalm 46:10.] Rest in His promise. Your life has been for [a] time past of unrest, but the voice of Jesus comes to you saying, “Come unto me all ye that labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” [Matthew 11:28.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 11 (1896)
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Do not be troubled. Jesus loves you, and will care for and bless you. The active, aggressive battle you can no more fight, but you can let Jesus fight it for you. He says to you, Give your case entirely into My hands. “Be still, and know that I am God.” [Psalm 46:10.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 11 (1896)
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Friday morning I rode nine miles to visit Elder McCullagh, and then rode back to Elder Israel’s. Again the enemy seemed to try to gain the supremacy, but that night a word came to me from the Lord, “Thus saith the Lord, Be still, and know that I am God.” [Psalm 46:10.] Sister Israel asked me, Has the Lord given you a word for me? I answered, Yes. “Thus saith the Lord, Be still, and know that I am God.” This seemed to strike right home. “Then,” she said, “I must not walk.” She had been walking and groaning almost continually for months. “No,” I said, “Be still, and know that I am God.”Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 11 (1896)
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“Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or peril, or sword?” [Romans 8:35.] Thus writes the beloved apostle Paul. Do not worry. “Be still and know that I am God.” [Psalm 46:10.] This is a great and very precious privilege. You love Jesus, and Jesus loves you. Your love to Jesus may oft appear feeble and fluctuating, yet is never failing, being supplied with His fulness, which is never failing. No one can separate a believer from Christ, or Christ from a believer. The apostle refers not to our love to Jesus, but the love of Jesus to us. You are beloved of Jesus. He died for you, and ever liveth to make intercession for us. Sweet and precious truth. He loves us in truth! He loves us as His sheep.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 12 (1897)
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In my experience I have been so very much alone, alone. With many around me but still alone. I can sometimes have a chance to “be still and know that I am God.” [Psalm 46:10.] I will not dwell upon myself. The Lord is my Helper. He is your Helper. Upon Christian principles and from a Christian basis we have pledged our individual selves to the service of the master, and it is an honor for us to have any connection with God.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 12 (1897)
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I have been so very much alone in my experience, alone, with many around me but still alone. I sometimes have a chance to realize the truth of the words, “Be still, and know that I am God.” [Psalm 46:10.] But I will not dwell upon myself. The Lord is my Helper. He is your Helper. Upon Christian principles, upon a Christian basis, we have pledged ourselves to the service of the Master. It is an honor for us to have any connection with God. Then consider, too, that to us are addressed the words, “We are laborers together with God; ye are God’s husbandry, ye are God’s building.” [1 Corinthians 3:9.] By the mighty cleaver of truth we have been quarried out of the world.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 12 (1897)
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Dear sister, I write to you as a child of God. If you have spoken any word against me, I freely forgive you. Jesus has given His life for you, and He will not give you up because of a word spoken unadvisedly. God has not forsaken nor forgotten you. He says to you, “Be still, and know that I am God.” [Psalm 46:10.] Place yourself as a little child before your heavenly Father. The Lord loves you. If you have spoken any words against me, it was not wilful sin. You must look upon your heavenly Father as one who will give peace.Maranatha
A Twofold Life, April 27
Mar 125.3
All who are under the training of God need the quiet hour for communion with their own hearts, with nature, and with God.... We must individually hear Him speaking to the heart. When every other voice is hushed, and in quietness we wait before Him, the silence of the soul makes more distinct the voice of God. He bids us, “Be still, and know that I am God.” Psalm 46:10. This is the effectual preparation for all labor for God. Amidst the hurrying throng, and the strain of life’s intense activities, he who is thus refreshed will be surrounded with an atmosphere of light and peace. He will receive a new endowment of both physical and mental strength. His life will breathe out a fragrance, and will reveal a divine power that will reach men’s hearts.53The Ministry of Healing, 58.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 12 (1897)
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To “try” also means to test. All things are to be shaken that can be shaken, that those who cannot be shaken may remain. But the test and trial brought upon us must not lead to much talk. “Be still, and know that I am God.” [Psalm 46:10.] The Lord is seeking to draw men to Himself by the cords of love. Ever be kind, patient, and self-respectful, whatever may be the opinions of others. Draw nigh to God, and He will draw nigh to you. Your trials will then become blessings.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 12 (1897)
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Dear children of the Lord Jesus, God has a tender affectionate interest and loving care for you. He careth for us all. I am very thankful for the interest and care and love given you by the dear friends where you are. The Lord has used them as His instruments in co-operating with Him for your recovery; for we expect you to be restored to soundness and health. We do not want you to be in any way in a hurry to take hold of responsibilities again. “Be still, and know that I am God.” [Psalm 46:10.] Take good care of the Lord’s property.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 13 (1898)
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The work of the very best of God’s laborers will often be commented upon by men who have not a genuine experience in what it means to hide in Christ. Condemnation will be passed upon those who may be trying to do their work faithfully. Then is the time for God’s workers, to show their gentleness, to hide in the cleft of the Rock. God’s voice says to them, “Be still and know that I am God.” [Psalm 46:10.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 13 (1898)
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I fear, yes, greatly fear, that we do not have that deep, thorough, intelligible view of sin, and exalted view of divine goodness, that will bring us into that faith which we must have in order to be overcomers. We need so much to hear the voice, “Be still, and know that I am God.” [Psalm 46:10.] The more treasures we lay up in heaven, the more will the heart be there. We are at liberty to rejoice that our names are written in the book of life. “He that overcometh, ... I will not blot out his name out of the book of life, but I will confess his name before my Father, and before his angels.” [Revelation 3:5.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 13 (1898)
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On the second Sunday a large number were out to hear. I had selected my text, but as I stood upon my feet, it passed entirely from my mind. But another portion of Scripture was given me, treating upon temperance and the final judgment. I seemed to be taken out of and away from myself. I had not planned any of the discourse. I felt, as I have felt many times, that I had not the fashioning of my words. Frequently after speaking, I think, O, I wish I had spoken with an earnestness that would tell on the people with irresistible power, but on this occasion I felt enshrouded with a holy atmosphere of light. I seemed to hear the words, “Be still, and know that I am God.” [Psalm 46:10.] I was resting at the cross of Christ.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 13 (1898)
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As I consider the past history of our people in Battle Creek, I suffer intense agony of soul. It seems, if I could, that I would roll back the years that have been, and blot them out from their history. Very recent transactions tell us that those who have not yet learned their lesson, who have not had a depth of experience in the things of God, have come forward with their bold words. They are fluent in words but destitute of true understanding. True education would teach them to listen to the words of wisdom, “Be still, and know that I am God.” [Psalm 46:10.] Their words have been like a brawling brook; lacking depth, it makes the moist noise.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 13 (1898)
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My brethren in Melbourne, I have words to speak to you. God says to you, “Be still, and know that I am God.” [Psalm 46:10.] I was the first one who wrote to Brother Tenney. I had light in regard to his returning to Australia. I knew that his advice and his testimony in the churches would be a blessing to them. But I had no light in regard to its being his duty to take the editorial chair, and for reasons which I do not feel that it is required of me to give, I advise that it is not his duty to locate in Melbourne.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 13 (1898)
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The refuge of lies will fail. God will strike a blow to deliver His oppressed people. He will raise up humble men to do His will. He who rules among the nations calls upon those at the heart of the work to “be still and know that I am God.” [Psalm 46:10.] Men will find erelong that they cannot trample on God’s holy precepts without incurring the punishment. The Lord will not be slow to punish those who have had great light and yet have betrayed Him. His eye has been reading the transactions that have been stealing through the unconsecrated elements in councils and board meetings in our institutions. “Ye shall do no unrighteousness in judgment,” He says, “in meteyard, in weight, and in measure.” [Leviticus 19:35.] “By humility and the fear of the Lord are riches and honor and life.” [Proverbs 22:4.] “Let your conversation be without covetousness, and be content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee nor forsake thee.” [Hebrews 13:5.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 13 (1898)
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I am certain of one thing: we must “be still and know that I am God.” [Psalm 46:10.] The work from the first has moved with difficulties in this country. The Lord’s eye is upon His work; Satan’s hosts are many, and we are to learn our lessons to link one with the other in faith and trust in God, with every jot of ability and capacity we possess wholly sanctified. Our state of mind is not to be relied upon; but a “Thus saith the Lord” is worth something to every believer.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 14 (1899)
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Every influence will be set in operation by satanic agencies, to divert minds from the genuine work that will place men as laborers together with God. All, who do not aggressively labor in the warfare where Christ, the mighty General of armies, leads, will be in the opposite party, composing the armies of the prince of darkness. They will lead the people away from the living issues that should occupy their minds and hearts and prepare them to distinguish between the voice of the world and the voice of Jesus Christ. We must ourselves be very watchful and prayerful, that we may be able to understand the voice of the deceiver from the voice of Him who always speaks the truth. Those who are worked by the Holy Spirit are not led by a feeling of enthusiasm, which soon goes out in darkness. The spell of Christ’s influence is abiding. “Be still and know that I am God.” [Psalm 46:10.] This is a solemn, abiding quietude in God.Mind, Character, and Personality, vol. 2
Chapter 70—Criticism
2MCP 640.1
I Will Give You Rest—The Lord has given me a message for you, and not for you only, but also for other faithful souls who are troubled by doubts and fears regarding their acceptance by the Lord Jesus Christ. His word to you is, “Fear not: for I have redeemed thee, I have called thee by thy name; thou art Mine” (Isaiah 43:1). You desire to please the Lord, and you can do this by believing His promises. He is waiting to take you into a harbor of gracious experience, and He bids you, “Be still, and know that I am God” (Psalm 46:10). You have had a time of unrest; but Jesus says to you, “Come unto Me, ... and I will give you rest” (Matthew 11:28). The joy of Christ in the soul is worth everything. “Then are they glad,” because they are privileged to rest in the arms of everlasting love.—Letter 2, 1914 (Testimonies to Ministers and Gospel Workers, 516.)Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 15 (1900)
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At times I am worried in spirit, but when I commit all to God, His peace comes to me. I hear His voice saying, “Be still and know that I am God.” [Psalm 46:10.] I see that the time has come when everything that can be shaken will be shaken. We are in the shaking time. Be assured that only those who live the prayer of Christ, working it out in the practical life, will stand the test.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 16 (1901)
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Christ speaks to you the words He spoke to Nicodemus: “Ye must be born again.” [John 3:7.] Seek God with all the heart, that you may be converted. Make your religion a personal matter. Instead of talking so much, obey the words, “Be still, and know that I am God.” [Psalm 46:10.] The influence you exert in your home is not savory. You need to change right about. If you are saved, it must be by humbling yourself under the mighty hand of God. Under the divine influence of truth, set your words and actions in order. Christ formed within, the hope of glory, will make you a happy man.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 16 (1901)
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This is the work the Lord wants us to do. Cannot you think of enough to praise the Lord for? Cannot you praise Him because He died for you, because He has spared you for so long, because you have His Word, which is so full of precious promises? He offers you the bread of life. He says, “The words that I speak unto you, they are Spirit and they are life.” [John 6:63.] Eat His Word, search it, dig deep for the hidden treasure. Do not talk, but pray. We have always had so much to say, in faith apply it to yourself. God says, “Be still, and know that I am God.” [Psalm 46:10.] Be still long enough to know that God is God. Remember that you are to help every one around you. Forget yourself, your bruises and wounds and difficulties. Praise God, and He will receive you, because He lives and you may live also.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 16 (1901)
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Remember that it is not merely push and activity that the Lord requires. He wants you to obey the command, “Be still, and know that I am God.” [Psalm 46:10.] Surrender your will to Him. Has it not in your own hands done enough mischief in the home? Place it now in the hands of the Lord. God will give fathers and mothers a rich experience in the knowledge of Christ Jesus our Lord if they will take themselves in hand and rule the spirit. When your will is under the control of the Holy Spirit, you can be workers together with God.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 17 (1902)
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Let us give praise to Him that loved us, “and washed us from our sins in his own blood, and hath made us kings and priests unto God and his Father.” [Revelation 1:5, 6.] We need the freshness and comfort of hope in Christ. If ever we expect to witness the miracle-working power of God, we must obey the words, “Be still, and know that I am God.” [Psalm 46:10.] I pray that we shall gain the power to see God by faith. Many, because they cannot see God in person, have a dwarfed sense of His power. But he who asks for a miraculous revelation of God knows not what he asks. It would be impossible for God fully to reveal Himself to human beings. Even to Moses He could not do this. Were He to reveal Himself to us in His completeness, we could not live. To Moses He declared, “No man can see my face, and live.” [Exodus 33:20.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 18 (1903)
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I shall not try to define God; for this I cannot do. It is not my work to define what He is and what His prerogatives are. I am to say only the words given me of God, “Be still, and know that I am God.” [Psalm 46:10.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 19 (1904)
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You need spiritual life. This life would give vigor to your soul and to your body. Spiritual life yields to its possessor that which all the world is seeking, but which can never be obtained without an entire surrender to God. You will have to say oftener than you have ever said, “Be still, and know that I am God.” [Psalm 46:10.] This will give your soul the needed rest. It will give you contentment in doing the very best you can.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 21 (1906)
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We are to respect one another. In times of trial or perplexity, before we speak let us take time to think, to pray. At such times it is better to be silent than to utter hasty, unconsidered words. “Be still, and know that I am God.” [Psalm 46:10.] O that we might glorify Him here upon earth, and that we might bring light and joy to others.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 22 (1907)
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“The varied interests of the work are to be built up with care. From this time onward responsibilities will rapidly increase. God’s will, the perfect rule of righteousness, is to be revealed in your work. Commune often every day with your God, and listen to the voice that says to you, ‘Be still, and know that I am God.’ [Psalm 46:10.] As your responsibilities increase with the advancement of the message, temptations will also increase. As the magnitude of the work presses itself upon the soul, humble your hearts before God. Act faithfully your part in the work, and stand faithfully in your individual accountability before God. God is no respecter of persons. He that doeth righteousness is righteous. A mere profession is of no value, and knowledge is of worth only as it is used righteously.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 25 (1910 - 1915)
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The Lord has given me a message for you, and not for you only, but also for other fruitful souls who are troubled by doubts and fears regarding their acceptance by the Lord Jesus Christ. His Word to you is, “Fear not; for I have redeemed thee, I have called thee by thy name; thou art Mine.” [Isaiah 43:1.] You desire to please the Lord, and you can do this by believing His promises. He is waiting to take you into a harbor of gracious experience, and He bids you, “Be still, and know that I am God.” [Psalm 46:10.] You have had a time of unrest, but Jesus says to you, “Come unto Me, ... and I will give you rest.” [John 11:28.] The joy of Christ in the soul is worth everything. “Then are they glad” [Psalm 107:30], because they are privileged to rest in the arms of everlasting love.Mind, Character, and Personality, vol. 2
Chapter 84—Dealing with Emotions
2MCP 756.1
Contending With a Force That Captivates Body, Soul, and Mind—An intensity such as never before was seen is taking possession of the world. In amusement, in moneymaking, in the contest for power, in the very struggle for existence, there is a terrible force that engrosses body and mind and soul. In the midst of this maddening rush, God is speaking. He bids us come apart and commune with Him. “Be still, and know that I am God” (Psalm 46:10).—Education, 260 (1903).Our Father Cares
We Are to Take Time to Think About God, January 11
OFC 22.1
Be still, and know that I am God: I will be exalted among the heathen, I will be exalted in the earth. Psalm 46:10.Our Father Cares
“Come Ye Yourselves Apart,” May 24
OFC 156.4
In all who are under the training of God is to be revealed a life that is not in harmony with the world, its customs, or its practices, and everyone needs to have a personal experience in obtaining a knowledge of the will of God. We must individually hear Him speaking to the heart. When every other voice is hushed, and in quietness we wait before Him, the silence of the soul makes more distinct the voice of God. He bids us, “Be still, and know that I am God” (Psalm 46:10). Here alone can true rest be found. And this is the effectual preparation for all who labor for God. Amid the hurrying throng and the strain of life’s intense activities, the soul that is thus refreshed will be surrounded with an atmosphere of light and peace. The life will breathe out fragrance and will reveal a divine power that will reach men’s hearts.24That I May Know Him, 259.Prayer
Chapter 32—Faith and Prayer
Pr 320.1
An intensity such as never before was seen is taking possession of the world. In amusement, in moneymaking, in the contest for power, in the very struggle for existence, there is a terrible force that engrosses body and mind and soul. In the midst of this maddening rush, God is speaking. He bids us come apart and commune with Him. “Be still, and know that I am God.” Psalm 46:10.EGW Writings — Ellen G. White. Ellen G. White Estate · all rights reserved
Psalms 46:1
Conflict and Courage
Divine Healing, August 22
CC 240.3
The outlook seemed utterly dark; yet the king could still pray to the One who had hitherto been his “refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble” (Psalm 46:1). And so “he turned his face to the wall, and prayed unto the Lord.” ...Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 13 (1898)
Ms 100, 1898
13LtMs, Ms 100, 1898, par. 4
God is good, and greatly to be praised. His mercies have been freely bestowed upon us. He has surrounded us with tokens of His love. The heathen may rage and imagine vain things, but the Lord is unchangeable. He has made the strength of the everlasting hills to be a safe retreat for His people. He has prepared the mountains and the caves for His oppressed and persecuted children. We may sing, “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in time of trial.” [Psalm 46:1.] He who made the towering mountains, the everlasting hills—to Him we may look. And He will look from His high and holy place upon those who love and fear Him. He will bless the humble soul. “For thus saith the High and Holy One, that inhabiteth eternity, whose name is holy, I dwell in the high and holy place; with him also that is of a humble and contrite spirit, to revive the spirit of the humble, and to revive the heart of the contrite ones.” [Isaiah 57:15.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 17 (1902)
Ms 116, 1902
17LtMs, Ms 116, 1902, par. 56
“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” [Psalm 46:1.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 17 (1902)
Lt 83, 1902
17LtMs, Lt 83, 1902, par. 24
Edson White is to preach the Word. This work he can do successfully if the Lord blesses him. But he is not constantly to fill appointments to speak to large congregations. Into this work he puts a great deal of nervous energy, and he is in danger of wearing himself out. He is to have opportunity to meet the people in personal work. The Lord will be very near him if he will calmly trust in Him, saying, “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” [Psalm 46:1.] “My soul doth magnify the Lord, and my spirit hath rejoiced in God my Saviour.” [Luke 1:46, 47.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 17 (1902)
Ms 44, 1902
17LtMs, Ms 44, 1902, par. 13
Under such an influence, combined with the influence of good treatment and wholesome food, the sick find health. The feeble step recovers its elasticity. The eyes regain their brightness. The hopeless become hopeful. The once despondent countenance wears an expression of cheerfulness. The complaining tones of the voice give place to tones of content. The words express the belief, “God is a refuge and strength; a very present help in time of trouble.” The clouded hope of the Christian is brightened. Faith returns. The word is heard, “Yea, though I walk through the valley and shadow of death, I will fear no evil; for Thou art with me; Thy rod, and Thy staff they comfort me.” [Psalm 46:1; 23:4.] “My soul doth magnify the Lord, and my spirit hath rejoiced in God my Saviour.” [Luke 1:46, 47.] “He giveth power to the faint, and to them that have no might He increaseth strength.” [Isaiah 40:29.] The acknowledgement of God’s goodness in providing these blessings invigorates the mind. God is very near and is pleased to see His gifts appreciated.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 17 (1902)
Lt 79, 1902
17LtMs, Lt 79, 1902, par. 7
I saw that you found rest by looking to Jesus, the author and finisher of your faith. As soon as you looked to Him, you wondered that you had not seen before how mighty He is to save. Your drooping spirits revived, your waning strength was restored, your step recovered its elasticity; you felt ready for any emergency, ready to brave any danger. You went forward in your work trustfully, with a beaming countenance and a warm, joyous heart. You no longer spoke in despondent, complaining tones. You had full faith in God, and you gave expression to your faith in such words as these: “God is our refuge and strength; a very present help in trouble.” [Psalm 46:1.] “My soul doth magnify the Lord, and my spirit hath rejoiced in God my Saviour.” [Luke 1:46, 47.]Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 17 (1902)
Ms 82, 1902
17LtMs, Ms 82, 1902, par. 14
Under these influences, combined with the influence of good treatment and wholesome food, the sick find health. The feeble step recovers its elasticity. The eyes regain their brightness. The hopeless become hopeful. The once despondent countenance wears an expression of cheerfulness. The complaining tones of the voice gives place to tones of content. The words express the belief, “God is a refuge and strength; a very present help in time of trouble.” [Psalm 46:1.] The clouded hope of the Christian is brightened. Faith returns. The word is heard, “Yea. Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; for Thou art with me; Thy rod, and Thy staff they comfort me.” [Psalm 23:4.] “My soul doth magnify the Lord, and my spirit hath rejoiced in God my Saviour.” [Luke 1:46, 47.] “He giveth power to the faint, and to them that have no might He increaseth strength.” [Isaiah 40:29.] The acknowledgement of God’s goodness in providing these blessings invigorates the mind. God is very near and is pleased to see His gifts appreciated.Counsels on Health
In the Country
CH 167.3
Under these influences, combined with the influence of careful treatment and wholesome food, the sick find health. The feeble step recovers its elasticity. The eye regains its brightness. The hopeless become hopeful. The once despondent countenance wears an expression of cheerfulness. The complaining tones of the voice give place to tones of content. The words express the belief, “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” Psalm 46:1. The clouded hope of the Christian is brightened. Faith returns. The word is heard, “Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for Thou art with me; Thy rod and Thy staff they comfort me.” “My soul doth magnify the Lord, and my spirit hath rejoiced in God my Saviour.” “He giveth power to the faint; and to them that have no might He increaseth strength.” Psalm 23:4; Luke 1:46, 47; Isaiah 40:29. The acknowledgment of God’s goodness in providing these blessings invigorates the mind. God is very near and is pleased to see His gifts appreciated.Maranatha
Why the Time of Trouble, September 22
Mar 273.1
God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Psalm 46:1.Prophets and Kings
Chapter 29—The Ambassadors From Babylon
PK 340.2
The outlook seemed utterly dark; yet the king could still pray to the One who had hitherto been his “refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” Psalm 46:1. And so “he turned his face to the wall, and prayed unto the Lord, saying, I beseech Thee, O Lord, remember now how I have walked before Thee in truth and with a perfect heart, and have done that which is good in Thy sight. And Hezekiah wept sore.” 2 Kings 20:2, 3.Testimonies for the Church, vol. 7
Chapter 17—In the Country
7T 86.3
Under these influences, combined with the influence of careful treatment and wholesome food, the sick find health. The feeble step recovers its elasticity. The eye regains its brightness. The hopeless become hopeful. The once despondent countenance wears an expression of cheerfulness. The complaining tones of the voice give place to tones of content. The words express the belief: God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” Psalm 46:1. The clouded hope of the Christian is brightened. Faith returns. The word is heard: “Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for Thou art with me; Thy rod and Thy staff they comfort me.” “My soul doth magnify the Lord, and my spirit hath rejoiced in God my Saviour.” “He giveth power to the faint; and to them that have no might He increaseth strength.” Psalm 23:4; Luke 1:46, 47; Isaiah 40:29. The acknowledgment of God’s goodness in providing these blessings invigorates the mind. God is very near and is pleased to see His gifts appreciated.The Ministry of Healing
Chapter 19—In Contact With Nature
MH 267.6
As physical health is regained, men and women are better able to exercise that faith in Christ which secures the health of the soul. In the consciousness of sins forgiven there is inexpressible peace and joy and rest. The clouded hope of the Christian is brightened. The words express the belief, “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” “Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for Thou art with me; Thy rod and Thy staff they comfort me.” “He giveth power to the faint; and to them that have no might He increaseth strength.” Psalm 46:1; 23:4; Isaiah 40:29.The Review and Herald
May 6, 1915
RH May 6, 1915, par. 2
The outlook seemed utterly dark; yet the king could still pray to the One who had hitherto been his “refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” Psalm 46:1. And so “he turned his face to the wall, and prayed unto the Lord, saying, I beseech thee, O Lord, remember now how I have walked before thee in truth and with a perfect heart, and have done that which is good in thy sight. And Hezekiah wept sore.” 2 Kings 20:2, 3.Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 7 (1891-1892)
Lt 5b, 1891
7LtMs, Lt 5b, 1891, par. 14
Shall we try to keep the truth out of sight? No, no, not for a moment; it is to be sacredly regarded. Its principles are to be consulted in all your transactions; it is to be a counselor in all your difficulties, a guide in all your relations of life, “a present help in every time of need.” [Psalm 46:1; Hebrews 4:16.] In public, in private, where no human eye can see, where no ear but God’s can hear, there the truth should control us, directing our thoughts, prompting our words and deeds. The Lord demands your whole heart, that He may put His image upon the soul.