Beautiful Hymns with Beautiful Images
These are 5 of the 7 sermons from the "Sermon on the Mount " series. Unfortunately we experienced technical difficulties with the first two recordings and so they could not be published.
Elder Vince Woolsey on Dec 16, 2017- The Law of Life
Elder Vince Woolsey on Dec 17, 2017- #4 Thinking Like Jesus
Elder Vince Woolsey on Dec 22, 2017-#5 The 5 P's of Prayer
Elder Vince Woolsey on Dec 23, 2017- #6 Avoiding Anxiety
Elder Vince Woolsey on Dec 23, 2017- #7 "Building on the Rock"
The Story of "The Love of God"
Ben Glanzer Editor, The Voice of Prophecy News
Down through the tedious ages of time man's heart has been cheered at the thought of the boundless love of God, and in his soul there has often been touched a responsive chord to that wonderful love. So compelling is this love that it is often felt by the most unfortunate and seemingly hopeless of mortals. Some years ago after the patient in a certain room in one of the mental institutions of our land had found release from his pathetic earthly sojourn, and his room was being readied for another unfortunate occupant, the attendants found scrawled on the walls of the room the following profound lines: "Could we with ink the ocean fill, and were the skies of parchment made; Were every stalk on earth a quill, And every man a scribe by trade: To write the love of God above Would drain the ocean dry, Nor could the scroll contain the whole Though stretched from sky to sky."
In his saner moments this poor, troubled soul had poured out his simple heart of love to his God. In the ensuing years these lines were often quoted, and many hearts were touched.
Early in the twentieth century an additional two stanzas and chorus, with a simple melody, were written by F. M. Lehman, using the foregoing as a climax in the third stanza. The melody was harmonized by his daughter, Mrs. W. W. Mays. It was nearly twenty years later that the song first "caught fire," and people in all walks of life began singing it. But always there were inquiries about "that third stanza," and though the story of its origin never failed to make a solemn and heart-stirring impression, many continued to feel that the language of those lines indicated a source even beyond that, perhaps somewhere in the dim and hoary past. They felt that the lines had only been quoted by the inmate in the story.
After endless searching in libraries someone decided to ask a Jewish rabbi—perhaps he would have a clue. The rabbi listened intently to the words, and quietly replied, "Yes, I can tell you who the author of those lines is. Rabbi Hertz, chief rabbi in the British Empire at one time, wrote a book entitled A Book of Jewish Thought. Go to a Jewish bookstore, and on page 213 you will find that this poem was written in A.D. 1050 by a Jewish poet, Meir Ben Isaac Nehorai." It is in the hymnology of the synagogue used for the Feast of Weeks (Pentecost).
We can imagine this poet standing on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea, contemplating the great love of his Jehovah. His heart is moved by the fires of inspiration. As the love of God sweeps over Meir Ben Isaac Nehorai's soul, his imagination fills the ocean with ink, the arching skies seem to magnify the scope of this all-compelling love, and the papyrus marsh comes to life with countless scribes writing ceaselessly and tirelessly about the measureless love of God.
Nehorai's love epic lay dormant through succeeding centuries. But Providence watched over and preserved these memorable lines. Yes, the third stanza of "The Love of God" was written by a Jewish poet in A.D. 1050. Time passed, then God put it into the heart of a Gentile song writer, F. M. Lehman, whose heart also responded to God's love, to add the two stanzas and chorus in our own day, in Pasadena, California, in 1917.
Ben Glanzer Editor, The Voice of Prophecy News
Down through the tedious ages of time man's heart has been cheered at the thought of the boundless love of God, and in his soul there has often been touched a responsive chord to that wonderful love. So compelling is this love that it is often felt by the most unfortunate and seemingly hopeless of mortals. Some years ago after the patient in a certain room in one of the mental institutions of our land had found release from his pathetic earthly sojourn, and his room was being readied for another unfortunate occupant, the attendants found scrawled on the walls of the room the following profound lines: "Could we with ink the ocean fill, and were the skies of parchment made; Were every stalk on earth a quill, And every man a scribe by trade: To write the love of God above Would drain the ocean dry, Nor could the scroll contain the whole Though stretched from sky to sky."
In his saner moments this poor, troubled soul had poured out his simple heart of love to his God. In the ensuing years these lines were often quoted, and many hearts were touched.
Early in the twentieth century an additional two stanzas and chorus, with a simple melody, were written by F. M. Lehman, using the foregoing as a climax in the third stanza. The melody was harmonized by his daughter, Mrs. W. W. Mays. It was nearly twenty years later that the song first "caught fire," and people in all walks of life began singing it. But always there were inquiries about "that third stanza," and though the story of its origin never failed to make a solemn and heart-stirring impression, many continued to feel that the language of those lines indicated a source even beyond that, perhaps somewhere in the dim and hoary past. They felt that the lines had only been quoted by the inmate in the story.
After endless searching in libraries someone decided to ask a Jewish rabbi—perhaps he would have a clue. The rabbi listened intently to the words, and quietly replied, "Yes, I can tell you who the author of those lines is. Rabbi Hertz, chief rabbi in the British Empire at one time, wrote a book entitled A Book of Jewish Thought. Go to a Jewish bookstore, and on page 213 you will find that this poem was written in A.D. 1050 by a Jewish poet, Meir Ben Isaac Nehorai." It is in the hymnology of the synagogue used for the Feast of Weeks (Pentecost).
We can imagine this poet standing on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea, contemplating the great love of his Jehovah. His heart is moved by the fires of inspiration. As the love of God sweeps over Meir Ben Isaac Nehorai's soul, his imagination fills the ocean with ink, the arching skies seem to magnify the scope of this all-compelling love, and the papyrus marsh comes to life with countless scribes writing ceaselessly and tirelessly about the measureless love of God.
Nehorai's love epic lay dormant through succeeding centuries. But Providence watched over and preserved these memorable lines. Yes, the third stanza of "The Love of God" was written by a Jewish poet in A.D. 1050. Time passed, then God put it into the heart of a Gentile song writer, F. M. Lehman, whose heart also responded to God's love, to add the two stanzas and chorus in our own day, in Pasadena, California, in 1917.
Does the Bible predict there will be modern-day prophets in the last days? Steve Wolhberg explores these questions and reveals surprising answers from the Bible.
Producer: White Horse Media
Producer: White Horse Media
Do you trust God with everything in your life? Can you trust Jesus with your “treasures”? In this message, Steve Spooner points out that even though we believe that we have given up everything for the Lord, we may still be placing certain treasures in our lives ahead of the Him. In other words, we hold on to the things of this world that we value the most, in a sense relegating God to second place. Particularly when we are faced with difficulties in our lives and we do not know which way to turn, we are often reluctant to trust God to take care of us. Instead, we try to work things out in our own strength. When we do this, we are trying to be like little gods instead of placing our trust in God Almighty. Scripture tells us that God takes care of the birds. So, how much more value do we hold? (Matthew 6:26). The truth is, we can safely trust God with our treasures, with our needs, and even with our prayers.
Watch "Creation: The Earth is a Witness," a day-by-day account of the biblical creation week, beginning with darkness before God created light and ending with Moses, the author of the Genesis account of creation, and his son, worshipping God on the seventh-day Sabbath. This film is beautiful pictures with narration and is produced by the General Conference Communication Department.
There are many great ministry efforts throughout the world today, but the testimony of Living Waters International, shared on 3ABN and at churches around the country, will leave you amazed, excited, and ready to do a great work for the Lord! In this special Sabbath message, Daryl and Mary Jo Oft present the story of Living Waters with all of its trials, tribulations, and miracles. Although oftentimes faced with seemingly impossible circumstances, the Lord worked through them and many heartfelt volunteers to bring clean water, food, and supplies to those in dire need – from drought-stricken areas in Africa to earthquake-decimated areas in Asia. Some of the events and personal stories that Daryl and Mary Jo share will keep you on the edge of your seat, but in the end you will know the power of Almighty God and the miracles that can be wrought through those who are willing to make sacrifices for His coming Kingdom. This is a must watch video!
Published on Apr 2, 2017
Published on Apr 2, 2017