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The mind will enlarge if
it is employed in tracing out the relation of the subjects of the Bible to
one another, comparing scripture with scripture, and
spiritual things with spiritual. The richest
treasures of thought are waiting for the diligent
student.' (CT460)
`Let the student take the Bible
as his guide and stand firm for principle, and he
may aspire to any height of attainment. All the
philosophies of human nature have led to confusion
and shame when God has not been recognized as all in
all. But the precious faith inspired of God imparts
strength and nobility of character. As His goodness,
His mercy, and His love are dwelt upon, clearer and
still clearer will be the perception of truth;
higher, holier, the desire for purity of heart and
clearness of thought. The soul dwelling in the pure
atmosphere of holy thought is transformed by
intercourse with God through the study of His word.
Truth is so large, so far-reaching, so deep, so
broad, that self is lost sight of. The heart is
softened and subdued into humility, kindness, and
love.
`From the study of the word of
life, students may come forth with minds expanded,
elevated, ennobled. If they are, like Daniel,
hearers and doers of the word of God, they may
advance as he did in all branches of learning. Being
pure-minded, they will become strong-minded. Every
intellectual faculty will be quickened. They may so
educate and discipline themselves that all within
the sphere of their influence shall see what man can
be, and what he can do, when connected with the God
of wisdom and power.
`In the light that shines from
the throne, mysteries will disappear, and the soul
will be filled with astonishment at the simplicity
of the things that were never before comprehended.’
(MH465-466)
`The knowledge of God is not
gained without mental effort and prayer for wisdom.
Many are convinced that the precious treasures of
the kingdom of God and of Christ are contained in
the word. They know also that no earthly treasure is
gained without painstaking effort. Why should they
expect to understand the meaning of the Scriptures
without diligent study?
`The word of God is light and
truth - a lamp to the feet and a light to the path.
It is able to guide every step of the way to the
city of God. For this reason, Satan has made
desperate efforts to obscure the light, that men may
not find and keep the path cast up for the ransomed
of the Lord to walk in.
`As the miner digs for the
golden treasure in the earth, so earnestly,
persistently, must we seek for the treasure of God's
word. In daily study the verse-by-verse method is
often most helpful. Let the student take one verse
and concentrate his mind on ascertaining the thought
that God has put into that verse for him, and then
dwell upon the thought until it becomes his own. One
passage thus studied until its significance becomes
clear is of more value than the perusal of many
chapters with no definite purpose in view and no
positive instruction gained.’ (CT461)
In the light of the
above we urge the reader to consider the simple,
practical study method outlined in the feature -
Food For Life.
Should you are struggling to
make an important decision and you are in need of
guidance, then we refer you to the feature -
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