EGW WritingsPsalms 62

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 16 (1901)

Lt 104, 1901

16LtMs, Lt 104, 1901, par. 12

Read and study the sixty-second Psalm. We are now to prepare for the mansions Christ is preparing for us. God help us to abide in the Saviour.

Gospel Workers (1915 ed.)

Bible Study Necessary to Efficiency

GW 98.3

There is no need for weakness in the ministry. The message of truth that we bear is all-powerful. But many ministers do not put their minds to the task of studying the deep things of God. If these would have power in their service, obtaining an experience that will enable them to help others, they must overcome their indolent habits of thought. Let ministers put the whole heart into the task of searching the Scriptures, and a new power will come to them. A divine element unites with human effort when the soul reaches out after God; and the yearning heart may say, “My soul, wait thou only upon God; for my expectation is from Him.” [Psalm 62:5.]

Homeward Bound

Righteousness Is ...! March 16

HB 93.6

As we discern the perfection of our Saviour’s character we shall desire to become wholly transformed and renewed in the image of His purity. The more we know of God, the higher will be our ideal of character and the more earnest our longing to reflect His likeness. A divine element combines with the human when the soul reaches out after God and the longing heart can say, “My soul, wait thou only upon God; for my expectation is from Him.” (Psalm 62:5.)

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 14 (1899)

Ms 115, 1899

14LtMs, Ms 115, 1899, par. 15

God expects every man to be faithful in his stewardship. Self is not to be glorified. The man who is faithful to his trust will not stop to consider if he is going to be honored by any course of action, but will ask, Will God be honored? His soul will be filled with a holy desire to see God magnified. When something tries his patience, he will pray, “My soul, wait thou only upon God; for my expectation is from him.” [Psalm 62:5.]

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 14 (1899)

Ms 115a, 1899

14LtMs, Ms 115a, 1899, par. 10

God expects every man to be faithful in his stewardship. Self is not to be glorified. The man who is faithful to his trust will not stop to consider if he is going to be honored by a certain course of action, but will ask, “Will God be honored?” His soul will be filled with a holy desire to see God magnified. When something tries his patience, he will pray, “My soul, wait thou on God; for my expectation is from him.” [Psalm 62:5.]

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 15 (1900)

Ms 70, 1900

15LtMs, Ms 70, 1900, par. 2

Parents should be particular to make the worship of God an object lesson to their children. Texts of Scripture should be more often on their lips, especially those that prepare the heart for religious service. The precious words might well be often repeated, “My soul, wait thou only upon God: for my expectation is from him.” [Psalm 62:5.]

Manuscript Releases, vol. 1 [Nos. 19-96]

MR No. 56—Compilation on Objectives of Our Medical Work and the College of Medical Evangelists

1MR 240.1

God expects every man to be faithful in his stewardship. Self is not to be glorified. The man who is faithful to his trust will not stop to consider if he is going to be honored by any course of action, but will ask, “Will God be honored?” His soul will be filled with a holy desire to see God magnified. When something tries his patience, he will pray, “My soul, wait thou only upon God; for my expectation is from Him” (Psalm 62:5).

Our Father Cares

Filled With His Righteousness, March 10

OFC 81.5

The more we know of God, the higher will be our ideal of character and the more earnest our longing to reflect His likeness. A divine element combines with the human when the soul reaches out after God and the longing heart can say, “My soul, wait thou only upon God; for my expectation is from him.” Psalm 62:5....

Testimonies for the Church, vol. 6

Preparation for the Sabbath

6T 354.2

Parents should be particular to make the worship of God an object lesson for their children. Passages of Scripture should be more often on their lips, especially those passages that prepare the heart for religious service. The precious words might well be often repeated: “My soul, wait thou only upon God; for my expectation is from Him.” Psalm 62:5.

The Faith I Live By

Filled With His Righteousness, April 13

FLB 109.5

The more we know of God, the higher will be our ideal of character and the more earnest our longing to reflect His likeness. A divine element combines with the human when the soul reaches out after God and the longing heart can say, “My soul, wait thou only upon God; for my expectation is from him.” Psalm 62:5....

The Upward Look

God’s Grace Gives Power to Overcome, March 16

UL 89.2

I am watching and waiting for the coming of my Lord. I have not only to wait and watch and pray, but must work most diligently as well. Every action of our lives, in our business transactions with our fellow men, is to be regulated by the law of God, and we cannot then swerve from right and justice toward our fellow men under any circumstance; for the Lord will not serve with any man’s sins that would injure his neighbor. With our faces heavenward, breathing out our petitions to God, developing an unselfish love for our fellow men, because we have supreme love for Jesus Christ, who has bought them with His own blood, we rise superior to the most grievous, subtle temptations. Humble dependence upon God is our surety and our power. “My soul, wait thou upon God, who is the light of my countenance and my God” (cf. Psalm 62:5; 43:5)....

Thoughts From the Mount of Blessing

“Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled.”—Matthew 5:6.

MB 19.3

As we discern the perfection of our Saviour’s character we shall desire to become wholly transformed and renewed in the image of His purity. The more we know of God, the higher will be our ideal of character and the more earnest our longing to reflect His likeness. A divine element combines with the human when the soul reaches out after God and the longing heart can say, “My soul, wait thou only upon God; for my expectation is from Him.” Psalm 62:5.

To Be Like Jesus

To Feed the Soul, Commune Constantly With Jesus, November 24

BLJ 345.5

As we discern the perfection of our Savior’s character we shall desire to become wholly transformed and renewed in the image of His purity. The more we know of God, the higher will be our ideal of character and the more earnest our longing to reflect His likeness. A divine element combines with the human when the soul reaches out after God and the longing heart can say, “My soul, wait thou only upon God; for my expectation is from him” (Psalm 62:5).

Testimony Treasures, vol. 3

Preparation for the Sabbath

3TT 21.1

Parents should be particular to make the worship of God an object lesson for their children. Passages of Scripture should be more often on their lips, especially those passages that prepare the heart for religious service. The precious words might well be often repeated: “My soul, wait thou only upon God; for my expectation is from Him.” Psalm 62:5.

Homeward Bound

Do We Sense Our Need? April 18

HB 127.1

He only is my rock and my salvation; He is my defense.—Psalm 62:6.

HB 127.4

As we discern the perfection of our Saviour’s character we shall desire to become wholly transformed and renewed in the image of His purity. The more we know of God, the higher will be our ideal of character and the more earnest our longing to reflect His likeness. A divine element combines with the human when the soul reaches out after God and the longing heart can say, “My soul, wait thou only upon God; for my expectation is from Him.” (Psalm 62:5.)

In Heavenly Places

Trust When You Make Mistakes, April 27

HP 124.1

My soul, wait thou only upon God; for my expectation is from him. He only is my rock and my salvation: he is my defence; I shall not be moved. Psalm 62:5, 6.

The Paulson Collection of Ellen G. White Letters

February 6, 1894

PC 102.2

Then come to Jesus although you feel your unworthiness. The life of simple dependence upon God is a daily lesson in knowing God and Jesus Christ whom He hath sent. “He that spared not his own Son, but delivered him up for us all, how shall he not with him also freely give us all things?” The voice of invitation is, “Come unto me, all ye that labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.” To God, only to God, pour out the sorrows, the great needs and troubles of your soul. He will help you. “My soul, wait thou only upon God; for my expectation is from him. He only is my rock and my salvation; he is my defence; I shall not be moved.” (Psalm 62:5, 6)

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 9 (1894)

Lt 102, 1894

9LtMs, Lt 102, 1894, par. 6

Then come to Jesus although you feel your unworthiness. The life of simple dependence upon God is a daily lesson in knowing God and Jesus Christ whom He hath sent. “He that spared not His own Son, but delivered Him up for us all, how shall He not with Him also freely give us all things?” [Romans 8:32.] The voice of invitation is, “Come unto Me, all ye that labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you, and learn of Me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. For My yoke is easy, and My burden is light.” [Matthew 11:28-30.] To God, only to God, pour out the sorrows, the great needs and troubles of your soul. He will help you. “My soul, wait thou only upon God; for my expectation is from Him. He only is my rock and my salvation; He is my defense; I shall not be moved.” [Psalm 62:5, 6.]

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 12 (1897)

Lt 45, 1897

12LtMs, Lt 45, 1897, par. 10

Loving God supremely comes first; loving our neighbor as ourselves comes second. If we love God with the whole heart, we shall love our neighbor as ourselves. We need increased faith, far less confidence and assurance in what we can do, and far greater confidence in what the Lord is longing to do for us individually, if we will prepare the way for Him. We need, O so much more than we now have, the longing of soul for communion with God. We need to plead most earnestly with Him. If thou shalt seek the Lord thy God, thou shalt find him, when thou shalt seek him with all thy heart and with all thy soul. “My soul, wait thou only upon God; for my expectation is from him.” “He only is my Rock and my salvation; he is my defence, I shall not be moved. In God is my salvation and my glory, the rock of my strength and my refuge.” [Psalm 62:5-7.]

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 7 (1891-1892)

Lt 27a, 1892

7LtMs, Lt 27a, 1892, par. 15

“He only is my Rock and my defence; I shall not be moved. In God is my salvation and my glory: the Rock of my strength, and my refuge is in God. Trust in him at all times; ye people, pour out your heart before him: God is a refuge for us.” [Psalm 62:5-8.] “Because thy lovingkindness is better than life, my lips shall praise thee. Thus shall I bless thee while I live, I will lift up my hands in thy name. My soul shall be satisfied as with marrow and fatness; and my mouth shall praise thee with joyful lips: when I remember thee upon my bed, and meditate on thee in the night watches. Because thou hast been my help, therefore in the shadow of thy wings shall I rejoice. My soul followeth hard after thee; thy right hand upholdeth me.” [Psalm 63:3-8.]

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 16 (1901)

Ms 117a, 1901

16LtMs, Ms 117a, 1901, par. 64

“My soul, wait thou only upon God; for my expectation is from him. He is my rock and my salvation; he is my defense, I shall not be moved. In God is my salvation and my glory; the rock of my strength, and my refuge, is in God. Trust in him at all times; ye people, pour out your heart before him; God is a refuge for us.” [Psalm 62:5-8.]

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 17 (1902)

Lt 181, 1902

17LtMs, Lt 181, 1902, par. 8

As workers, we are to blend in Christ. There is to be less individual assertion and more of Christ’s love. “My soul, wait thou only upon God, for my expectation is from Him. He only is my rock, and my salvation; He is my defence; I shall not be moved. In God is my salvation and my glory; the rock of my strength, and my refuge, is in God. Trust in Him at all times; ye people, pour out your heart before Him; God is a refuge for us. Surely men of low degree are vanity, and men of high degree are a lie; to be laid in the balance, they are altogether lighter than vanity. Trust not in oppression, and become not vain in robbery: if riches increase, set not your heart upon them. God hath spoken once; twice have I heard this; that power belongeth unto God. Also unto Thee, O Lord, belongeth mercy; for Thou renderest to every man according to his work.” [Psalm 62:5-12.]

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 11 (1896)

Lt 16, 1896

11LtMs, Lt 16, 1896, par. 13

The Lord permits great trials to come upon His loved ones. He tries them as gold. Now is your opportunity to show that you do trust in your Redeemer, even though in the crucible of affliction. Be cheerful. Let your cheerfulness be seen in your countenance, because you have Jesus by your side, to watch with you. You may converse with Jesus. You may say, “The Lord is my helper. I shall not be moved.” [Hebrews 13:6; Psalm 62:6.] You may find blessed opportunities to speak to some soul words of courage, and sow seed that will spring up and bear fruit. Let all see in whom you place your trust.

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 Desire of Ages

Chapter 45—The Foreshadowing of the Cross

DA 413.1

Centuries before the Saviour’s advent Moses had pointed to the Rock of Israel’s salvation. The psalmist had sung of “the Rock of my strength.” Isaiah had written, “Thus saith the Lord God, Behold, I lay in Zion for a foundation a stone, a tried stone, a precious cornerstone, a sure foundation.” Deuteronomy 32:4; Psalm 62:7; Isaiah 28:16. Peter himself, writing by inspiration, applies this prophecy to Jesus. He says, “If ye have tasted that the Lord is gracious: unto whom coming, a living stone, rejected indeed of men, but with God elect, precious, ye also, as living stones, are built up a spiritual house.” 1 Peter 2:3-5, R. V.

From Heaven With Love

Chapter 45—The Foreshadowing of the Cross

HLv 278.4

Moses had pointed to the Rock of Israel’s salvation. See Deuteronomy 32:4. The psalmist had sung of “the rock of my strength.” Psalm 62:7. Isaiah had written, “Thus saith the Lord God, Behold, I lay in Zion for a foundation a stone, a tried stone, ... a sure foundation.” Isaiah 28:16. Peter himself applies this prophecy to Jesus: “For you have tasted the kindness of the Lord. Come to Him, to that living stone, rejected by men but in God’s sight chosen and precious; and like living stones be yourselves built into a spiritual house.” 1 Peter 2:3-5, RSV. “Other foundation can no man lay than that is laid, which is Jesus Christ.” 1 Corinthians 3:11. “Upon this rock,” said Jesus, “I will build My church.” Christ founded His church on the living Rock—Himself, His own body, for us broken and bruised. Against the church built on this foundation, the gates of hell shall not prevail.

Jesus, Name Above All Names

Rock of Israel’s Salvation, November 2

JNN 323.3

Centuries before the Saviour’s advent Moses had pointed to the Rock of Israel’s salvation. The psalmist had sung of “the Rock of my strength.” Isaiah had written, “Thus saith the Lord God, Behold, I lay in Zion for a foundation a stone, a tried stone, a precious cornerstone, a sure foundation” (Deuteronomy 32:4; Psalm 62:7; Isaiah 28:16). Peter himself, writing by inspiration, applies this prophecy to Jesus. He says, “If ye have tasted that the Lord is gracious: unto whom coming, a living stone, rejected indeed of men, but with God elect, precious, ye also, as living stones, are built up a spiritual house” (1 Peter 2:3-5, R. V.).

In Heavenly Places

Fervent Prayer, March 7

HP 73.1

Trust in him at all times; ye people, pour out your heart before him: God is a refuge for us. Psalm 62:8.

Maranatha

The Secret of Progress, March 19

Mar 86.1

Trust in him at all times; ye people, pour out your heart before him: God is a refuge for us. Psalm 62:8.

Our Father Cares

The Preciousness of Secret Prayer, May 25

OFC 157.1

Trust in him at all times; ye people, pour out your heart before him: God is a refuge for us. Psalm 62:8.

That I May Know Him

The Preciousness of Secret Prayer, September 23

TMK 272.1

Trust in him at all times; ye people, pour out your heart before him: God is a refuge for us. Psalm 62:8.

This Day With God

One Day at a Time, January 19

TDG 27.1

Trust in him at all times; ye people, pour out your heart before him: God is a refuge for us. Psalm 62:8.

Manuscript Releases, vol. 11 [Nos. 851-920]

MR No. 875—Appeal for Spiritual Ministers

11MR 102.1

[Ephesians 2:1-10; 6:10-13, quoted.] God is represented as weighing the characters, actions, and motives of men. Christ said to Nicodemus, “Ye must be born again” (John 3:7). He is speaking the same words to those who know not the spirit that moves them to action. Under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, Hannah, the mother of Samuel, said, “The Lord is a God of knowledge, and by Him actions are weighed” (1 Samuel 2:3). David says, “Men of low degree are vanity, and men of high degree are a lie; to be laid in the balance, they are altogether lighter than vanity” (Psalm 62:9). Isaiah declares, “Thou, most upright, dost weigh the path of the just” (Isaiah 26:7). And Solomon writes, “All the ways of a man are clean in his own eyes; but the Lord weigheth the spirits” (Proverbs 16:2).

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 21 (1906)

Ms 23, 1906

21LtMs, Ms 23, 1906, par. 1

The Lord is a God of knowledge. In His Word, He is represented as weighing men, their development of character, and all their motives, whether they be good or evil. Hannah, the mother of Samuel, the child granted her by God in answer to her earnest entreaty, said, “The Lord is a God of knowledge, and by Him actions are weighed.” [1 Samuel 2:3.] David declared, “Men of low degree are vanity, and men of high degree are a lie; to be laid in the balance, they are altogether lighter than vanity.” [Psalm 62:9.] Isaiah says, “Thou, most upright, dost weigh the path of the just.” [Isaiah 26:7.] Solomon writes, “All the ways of a man are clean in his own eyes; but the Lord weigheth the spirits.” [Proverbs 16:2.] It is for the eternal interest of everyone to search his own heart and to improve every God-given faculty.

Our High Calling

Weighing in for Heaven, May 13

OHC 139.3

God weighs motives, purposes, character. All men are weighed in the balances of the sanctuary, and God would have all realize this fact. Hannah said, “The Lord is a God of knowledge, and by him actions are weighed.” 1 Samuel 2:3. David hath said, “Men of low degree are vanity, and men of high degree are a lie: to be laid in the balance, they are altogether lighter than vanity.” Psalm 62:9. Isaiah says: “Thou, most upright, dost weigh the path of the just.” Isaiah 26:7....

The Upward Look

Christ Is Our Only Hope, February 8

UL 53.2

The Lord is a God of knowledge. In His Word, He is represented as weighing men, their development of character, and all their motives, whether they be good or evil. Hannah, the mother of Samuel, the child granted her by God in answer to her earnest entreaty, said, “The Lord is a God of knowledge, and by him actions are weighed” (1 Samuel 2:3). David declared, “Men of low degree are vanity, and men of high degree are a lie: to be laid in the balance, they are altogether lighter than vanity” (Psalm 62:9). Isaiah says, “Thou, most upright, dost weigh the path of the just” (Isaiah 26:7). Solomon writes, “All the ways of a man are clean in his own eyes; but the Lord weigheth the spirits” (Proverbs 16:2). It is for the eternal interest of everyone to search his own heart and to improve every God-given faculty.

The Upward Look

God Is in Every Place, July 12

UL 207.5

Under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, Hannah, the mother of Samuel, said, “The Lord is a God of knowledge, and by him actions are weighed” (1 Samuel 2:3). David says, “Men of low degree are vanity, and men of high degree are a lie: to be laid in the balance, they are altogether lighter than vanity” (Psalm 62:9). Isaiah declares, “Thou, most upright, dost weigh the path of the just” (Isaiah 26:7). And Solomon writes, “All the ways of a man are clean in his own eyes; but the Lord weigheth the spirit” (Proverbs 16:2).

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 4 (1883 - 1886)

Ms 65, 1886

4LtMs, Ms 65, 1886, par. 43

God weighs motives, purposes, character. All men are weighed in the balances of the sanctuary, and God would have all realize this fact. Hannah said, “The Lord is a God of knowledge, and by Him actions are weighed.” 1 Samuel 2:3. David hath said, “Men of low degree are vanity, and men of high degree are a lie: to be laid in the balance, they are altogether lighter than vanity.” Psalm 62:9. Isaiah says: “Thou, most upright, dost weigh the path of the just.” Isaiah 26:2. “All the ways of a man are clean in his own eyes; but the Lord weigheth the spirits.” Proverbs 16:2.

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 12 (1897)

Lt 117, 1897

12LtMs, Lt 117, 1897, par. 14

“Men of low degree,” says the psalmist, “are vanity, and men of high degree are a lie; they are altogether lighter than vanity.” [Psalm 62:9.] If the thoughts or motives of a king or of a beggar are employed in any dishonest way, even though it be but to covet a penny, the Lord knows it. There is a right way, and a wrong way. The actions done upon this earth determine the destiny of the actors. God weighs every man in the scales of the sanctuary. You have been weighed in the balances, and found wanting.

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 13 (1898)

Lt 41, 1898

13LtMs, Lt 41, 1898, par. 16

When suffering under reproach, Hannah cried to the Lord, and the Lord heard her prayer, and gave her a son. Then she declared the glory of the Lord, saying, “The Lord is a God of knowledge, and by Him actions are weighed.” [1 Samuel 2:3.] Again, Isaiah says, “Thou most upright do weigh the path of the just.” [Isaiah 26:7.] Solomon declares, “All the ways of a man are clean in his own eyes, but the Lord weigheth the spirit.” [Proverbs 16:2.] And David writes, “Men of low degree are vanity, and men of high degree are a lie: to be weighed in the balances they are altogether lighter than vanity.” [Psalm 62:9.]

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 14 (1899)

Lt 201, 1899

14LtMs, Lt 201, 1899, par. 15

God is represented as weighing the characters, actions, and motives of men. Christ said to Nicodemus, “Ye must be born again.” [John 3:7.] He is speaking the same words to those who know not the spirit that moves them to action. Under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, Hannah, the mother of Samuel, said, “The Lord is a God of knowledge, and by him actions are weighed.” [1 Samuel 2:3.] David says, “Men of low degree are vanity, and men of high degree are a lie; to be laid in the balance, they are altogether vanity.” [Psalm 62:9.] Isaiah declares, “Thou most upright, dost weigh the path of the Just.” [Isaiah 26:7.] And Solomon writes, “All the ways of a man are clean in his own eyes; but the Lord weigheth the spirit.” [Proverbs 16:2.]

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 17 (1902)

Ms 99, 1902

17LtMs, Ms 99, 1902, par. 8

Under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, Hannah, the mother of Samuel, said, “The Lord is a God of knowledge, and by Him actions are weighed.” [1 Samuel 2:3.] David says, “Men of low degree are vanity, and men of high degree are a lie; to be laid in the balance, they are altogether vanity.” [Psalm 62:9.] Isaiah declares, “Thou, most upright, dost weigh the path of the just.” [Isaiah 26:7.] And Solomon writes, “All the ways of a man are clean in his own eyes; but the Lord weigheth the spirit.” [Proverbs 16:2.]

Counsels for the Church

“If Riches Increase, Set Not Your Heart Upon Them”

CCh 279.5

Inspiration has said: “If riches increase, set not your heart upon them.” Psalm 62:10. Many have said: “If I were as rich as such a one, I would multiply my gifts to the treasury of God. I would do nothing else with my wealth but use it for the advancement of the cause of God.” God has tested some of these by giving them riches, but with the riches came the fiercer temptation, and their benevolence was far less than in the days of their poverty. A grasping desire for greater riches absorbed their minds and hearts, and they committed idolatry.514Testimonies for the Church 3:401-405

Our High Calling

The Peril of Prosperity, July 2

OHC 189.1

If riches increase, set not your heart upon them. Psalm 62:10.

Reflecting Christ

Using Riches for the Lord, September 12

RC 269.1

If riches increase, set not your heart upon them. Psalm 62:10.

The Faith I Live By

Seeking the Heavenly Treasure, June 13

FLB 170.2

The Lord reveals man’s relative estimate of time and eternity, of earth and heaven. He has admonished us: “If riches increase, set not your heart upon them.” Psalm 62:10. They have a value when used for the good of others and the glory of God; but no earthly treasure is to be your portion, your god, or your savior.30Testimonies for the Church 5:261.

Testimony Treasures, vol. 1

A Caution to the Wealthy

1TT 383.1

But many, when they begin to gather earthly riches, commence to calculate how long it will be before they can be in possession of a certain sum. In their anxiety to amass wealth for themselves they fail to become rich toward God. Their benevolence does not keep pace with their accumulation. As their passion for riches increases, their affections are bound up with their treasure. The increase of their property strengthens the eager desire for more, until some consider that their giving to the Lord a tenth is a severe and unjust tax. Inspiration has said: “If riches increase, set not your heart upon them.” Psalm 62:10. Many have said: “If I were as rich as such a one, I would multiply my gifts to the treasury of God. I would do nothing else with my wealth but use it for the advancement of the cause of God.” God has tested some of these by giving them riches; but with the riches came the fiercer temptation, and their benevolence was far less than in the days of their poverty. A grasping desire for greater riches absorbed their minds and hearts, and they committed idolatry.

Manuscript Releases, vol. 18 [Nos. 1301-1359]

MR No. 1319—To God Be the Glory; Forsake All Idols

18MR 127.1

“God hath spoken once; twice have I heard this; that power belongeth unto God” (Psalm 62:11). God hath manifested His truth after speaking it from Sinai. He hath again spoken by His Son, and by a most wonderful experiment—by a living representation in Jesus Christ—hath made known the grand truth that “power belongeth unto God.”

Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 17 (1902)

Ms 224, 1902

17LtMs, Ms 224, 1902, par. 1

“God hath spoken once; twice have I heard this; that power belongeth unto God.” Psalm 62:11. God hath manifested His truth after speaking it from Sinai. He hath again spoken by His Son and by a most wonderful experiment, by a living representation in Jesus Christ, hath made known the grand truth that “power belongeth unto God.”

To Be Like Jesus

A Day on Which to Show Mercy, May 18

BLJ 149.1

Also to You, O Lord, belongs mercy; for You render to each one according to his work. Psalm 62:12, NKJV.