Spirit of Prophecy

As we are nearing the end Satan’s deceptions have multiplied in every field. To prevent us from falling into them, God has given us counsels and warnings through the Spirit of Prophesy. Many temptations that we are facing today never existed in the past 6000 years. The false teachings of the fallen churches confuse many. Satan’s miracles, done under the disguise of religion, gives false security to the people to think that God is with them. If the teachings of Moses, Apostle Paul and other prophets had been clearly understood, the testimonies by the Spirit of Prophesy would not have been
needed.

In the first 2500 years, God’s people had no written word. Then Old Testament and later the New Testament were given to the people to guide them into salvation. Now, because of the deceptions of the last days, God has given us, by Sister White, over 100,000 pages of the written word, which means about 25 million words. The angel Gabriel came down from heaven and gave Sister White about 2000 visions in her lifetime. God in His wisdom saw that it was necessary to give us all these testimonies which can guide us through the modern day deceptions.

“Where there is no vision, the people perish.” Prov. 29:18
The distinguishing mark of the church of God in the last days is the Spirit of Prophesy.
“Which keep the commandments of God, and have the testimony of Jesus Christ.” Rev. 12:17. “For the testimony of Jesus is the Spirit of Prophesy.” Rev. 19:10

Many do not realize the importance of reading and studying the writings of the Spirit of Prophesy. Because of this neglect, they are in danger of losing the knowledge of the truth and even their salvation.

“Those who receive the Testimonies as the message of God will be helped and blessed thereby.” Test. To Ministers p. 42

“The volumes of Spirit of Prophesy, and also the Testimonies, should be introduced into every Sabbath keeping family, and the brethren should know their value and be urged to read them.” Test. Vol. 4 p. 390

“Perilous times are before us… We must follow the direction given through the Spirit of Prophesy. We must love and obey the truth for this time. This will save us from accepting strong delusions. God has spoken through His word. He has spoken to us through the testimonies for the church, and through the books that have helped to make plain our present duty and the position we should now occupy.” G. W. p. 308

God has given us this wealth of knowledge with a purpose. These books are mediums for our salvation.
After reading the nine volumes of the Testimonies for the Church, hardly ever will questions arise that we would not know the answer. Also the thousands of personal letters which she sent to the leaders and the people have useful counsel to us, because we face the same problems as the people before us. These writings have a sanctifying influence. They lead us to a holier life, to overcome sin, to deeper Bible study, to greater efforts in the missionary work. It is not possible to read these books and remain the same. They do change us and make us better Christians.

On the other hand, if we ignore them and do not read nor study them carefully, what can happen to us? “Many are going directly contrary to the light which God has given to His people, because they do not read the books which contain the light, and knowledge in cautions, reproofs, and warnings.” Vol. 5 p. 681

“The rebuke of God is upon us because of our neglect of solemn responsibilities. His blessings have been withdrawn because the testimonies He has given have not been heeded by those who professed to believe them.” Vol. 5 p. 719

“The Lord came to me in the night season and spoke precious words of encouragement concerning my work, repeating the same message that had been given me several times before. With regard to those who have turned from the light sent them, He said: “In slighting and rejecting the testimony that I have given you to bear, it is not you, but Me, your Lord, that they have slighted.” Test. V 5. p. 688

“I know that the crisis must come. God has given this people plain and pointed testimonies to prevent this state of things. Had they obeyed the voice of the Holy Spirit in warning, council, and entreaty they would now enjoy unity and peace. But these testimonies have not been heeded by those who professed to believe them, and as a result there has been a wide departure from God, and the withdrawal of His blessing.” Test. V. 5 p. 46

“Yet now when I sent you a testimony of warning and reproof, many of you declare it to be merely the opinion of Sister White. You have thereby insulted the Spirit of God.” Vol. 5. p. 64

To reject the testimonies which God in His mercy has given us will insult the Holy Spirit. Many believe that the testimonies of Sister White are from God, but they do not read nor study them; by so doing they reject them. They do not think that valuable time should be spent in reading them. Too late they may realize that they neglected the medium which God has provided for their salvation. Let us make a reformation in our personal lives, starting with the careful study of the Spirit of Prophesy books and then put it all to practice what we have learnt.
AMEN

By: Timo Martin