[Jeremiah 20:8 For since I spake, I cried out, I cried violence and spoil; because the word of the LORD was made a reproach unto me, and a derision, daily.Jeremiah 20:9 Then I said, I will not make mention of him, nor speak any more in his name. But his word was in mine heartContinue reading “The Great Controversy: The French Reformation—Chapter 12, Part 3”
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The Great Controversy: The French Reformation—Chapter 12, Part 2
[Of Louis de Berquin, this was said:] “The most learned of the nobles of France,” his genius and eloquence, his indomitable courage and heroic zeal, and his influence at court,—for he was a favorite with the king,—caused him to be regarded by many as one destined to be the Reformer of his country. Said Beza:Continue reading “The Great Controversy: The French Reformation—Chapter 12, Part 2”
The Great Controversy: The French Reformation—Chapter 12, Part 1
[2 Peter 1:19 We have also a more sure word of prophecy; whereunto ye do well that ye take heed, as unto a light that shineth in a dark place, until the day dawn, and the day star arise in your hearts:2 Peter 1:20 Knowing this first, that no prophecy of the scripture is ofContinue reading “The Great Controversy: The French Reformation—Chapter 12, Part 1”
The Great Controversy: Protest of the Princes—Chapter 11, Part 2
The papists determined to put down what they termed “daring obstinacy.” They began by endeavoring to cause divisions among the supporters of the Reformation and to intimidate all who had not openly declared in its favor. The representatives of the free cities were at last summoned before the Diet and required to declare whether theyContinue reading “The Great Controversy: Protest of the Princes—Chapter 11, Part 2”
The Great Controversy: Progress of Reform in Germany— Chapter 10, Part 2
[John 16:1 These things have I spoken unto you, that ye should not be offended.John 16:2 They shall put you out of the synagogues: yea, the time cometh, that whosoever killeth you will think that he doeth God service.John 16:3 And these things will they do unto you, because they have not known the Father,Continue reading “The Great Controversy: Progress of Reform in Germany— Chapter 10, Part 2”
The Great Controversy: Progress of Reform in Germany— Chapter 10, Part 1
Luther’s mysterious disappearance excited consternation throughout all Germany. Inquiries concerning him were heard everywhere. The wildest rumors were circulated, and many believed that he had been murdered. There was great lamentation, not only by his avowed friends, but by thousands who had not openly taken their stand with the Reformation. Many bound themselves by aContinue reading “The Great Controversy: Progress of Reform in Germany— Chapter 10, Part 1”
The Great Controversy: The Swiss Reformer— Chapter 9, Part 1
[1 Corinthians 1:25 Because the foolishness of God is wiser than men; and the weakness of God is stronger than men.1 Corinthians 1:26 For ye see your calling, brethren, how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble, are called:1 Corinthians 1:27 But God hath chosen the foolish thingsContinue reading “The Great Controversy: The Swiss Reformer— Chapter 9, Part 1”