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  Lessons of Faith from Joshua - Sabbath School Lesson 6 -  Thursday A Witness to God’s Power Read: Joshua 7:6–9 Israel had just experienced a powerful victory at Jericho, yet moments later they faced a humiliating defeat at Ai. Joshua, overwhelmed with grief and confusion, fell before the Lord. His prayer in Joshua 7:9 reveals a profound theological truth: when God’s people stumble, the world notices. Joshua’s concern was not only Israel’s loss but God’s reputation among the nations—“What will You do for Your great name?” This is a powerful reminder: believers are God’s witnesses. Our obedience displays His power; our sin and compromise can distort His character before those watching us. When we claim to be followers of Christ yet live in contradiction to His ways, we give the world a false picture of who He is. Sin is not only personal—it becomes communal in its consequences. Israel’s defeat affected the entire nation. In the same way, when we compromise, we don’t just hur...

"Blessed to Be a Blessing: The Global Vision of Psalm 67" Psalm 67 Video:   Psalm 67 is a short, seven-verse hymn that serves as a prayer for God's blessing, not only upon Israel but upon all nations. It begins with a plea for God's grace and favor, echoing the priestly blessing from Numbers 6:24–26 ("May God be gracious to us and bless us..."). The psalmist then expresses a desire that God's ways and salvation be known throughout the world, leading to global praise. The central verse (v. 4) highlights joy and justice as reasons for nations to worship God. The psalm ends by affirming that God's blessing will result in worldwide reverence. Structure: The psalm follows a chiastic structure (A-B-C-B'-A'): A (v.1): Prayer for blessing. B (v.2-3): Desire for global knowledge and praise of God. C (v.4): Central theme of God’s just rule over the nations. B' (v.5): Repetition of desire for global praise. A' (v.6-7): Ble...

  Blessed to Be a Blessing: The Witness of God’s People Text: Psalm 67; Revelation 14:6–12 Psalm 67 is a hymn of praise, radiant with hope and overflowing with the desire that "Your way may be known on earth, your salvation among all nations" (Psalm 67:2). It is a missionary psalm, and more than that, a global prayer. It reveals God's heart not just for Israel, but for all peoples. It is deeply connected to the covenantal promise to Abraham—that through his seed, all nations of the earth would be blessed (Genesis 12:3). But Psalm 67 does more than echo a promise; it calls God’s people to live in such a way that the nations come to know God. When we turn to Revelation 14:6–12, we see this mission fulfilled and sharpened in a time of judgment. Together, these passages show us what it means to be God’s people—blessed, not for comfort, but for purpose. God Blesses His People for the Sake of the World (Psalm 67:1–2) "May God be gracious to us and bless us and make h...

  “A Message Between Thunder and Mission” Scripture Reading: Revelation 10:1–11 In Revelation 10, John is drawn into a mysterious vision—a moment of pause between the judgments of the seventh trumpet. He sees a mighty angel come down from heaven, clothed in a cloud, with a rainbow upon his head, his face like the sun, and feet like pillars of fire. In his hand is a little scroll, open. This passage has long been viewed by Adventists as symbolic of the rise of a prophetic movement. But let us approach the text with reverence, care, and spiritual curiosity, seeking the insights it offers for our time. The Angel and the Authority of the Message The angel described here bears striking similarities to Christ Himself—his appearance radiates divine authority and glory. However, whether it is Christ or a representative, the message is clear: this is a message of heaven-sent origin . The scroll is open , unlike the sealed scroll of Revelation 5. This suggests a revealed message , one t...