2 Timothy 2: 19, 20 > God knows who are his
| 2 Timothy 2: 19, 20 ( King James Version ) |
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| Nevertheless the foundation of God is standeth sure, having this seal, The Lord knoweth them that are his. And Let every one the nameth the name of Christ depart from iniquity. |
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| verse 20 > But in a great house there are not only vessals of gold and of silver, but also of wood and of earth; and some to honour and some to dishonour. |
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| 2 Timothy 2: 19, 20 ( New International Version ) |
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| Nevertheless God's solid foundation stands firm, sealed with this inscription, "The Lord knows those who are His," and "Everyone who confesses the name of the Lord must turn away from wickedness." |
| v. 20 > In a large house there are articles not only of gold and silver, but also of wood and clay; some are for noble purposes and some for ignoble. |
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| Text Quoted in Spirit of Prophecy |
| Some will acknowledge the evil of sinful indulgences, yet will excuse themselves by saying that they cannot overcome their passions. This is a terrible admission for any person to make who names Christ. "Let everyone that nameth the name of Christ depart from iniquity." 2 Timothy 2:19. Why is this weakness? It is because the animal propensities have been strengthened by exercise, until they have gained the ascendancy over the higher powers. Men and women lack principle. They are dying spiritually, because they have so long pampered their natural appetites that their power of self-government seems gone. The lower passions of their nature have taken the reins, and that which should be the governing power has become the servant of corrupt passion. The soul is held in lowest bondage. Sensuality has quenched the desire for holiness, and withered spiritual prosperity. {CH 617.2} |
| If apostasy arises, and rebellion is manifested, you do not hear them say, in words of encouragement and lofty cheer, "Brethren, faint not; be of good courage." "Nevertheless, the foundation of God standeth sure, having this seal, The Lord knoweth them that are his." [2 TIM. 2:19.] Men who are thus affected by circumstances should remain at their homes, and employ their physical and mental strength in a less responsible position, where they will not be liable to meet such strong opposition. If everything moves smoothly, they may pass for very good, devotional men. But these are not the ones whom the Master will send to do his work; for this is opposed by those who are emissaries of Satan. Satan also, and his host of evil angels, will be arrayed against them. God has made provision for the men whom he has called to do his work, that they may come off conquerors in every contest. Those who follow his directions will never meet with defeat. {GW92 116.1} |
| The church of Christ was organized for missionary purposes. Christian missionary work furnishes the church with a sure foundation, a foundation having this seal, "The Lord knoweth them that are His." [2 TIM. 2:19.] By it the members are inspired with zeal to deny self, to put forth self-sacrificing efforts to send the truth to the regions beyond. It has a salutary influence upon unbelievers; for as the workers labor under divine supervision, worldlings are led to see the greatness of the resources that God has provided for those who serve Him. We are laid under a most solemn obligation to furnish, in Christian missions, an illustration of the principles of the kingdom of God. The church is to work actively, as an organized body, to spread abroad the influence of the cross of Christ. {GW 464.1} |
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| Some will acknowledge the evil of sinful indulgence, yet will excuse themselves by saying that they cannot overcome their passions. This is a terrible admission for a Christian to make. "Let every one that nameth the name of Christ depart from iniquity." [2 TIM. 2:19.] Why is this weakness?--It is because men and women have so long pampered their depraved appetites that they have no power of self-government;--because the lower passions of their nature have taken the reins, and high moral principle, which should be the governing power, is gone. Sensuality has quenched the desire for holiness, and has withered spirituality. The soul is held in lowest bondage. {CTBH 129.2} |
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The Light of Truth - - Nevertheless the foundation of God standeth sure, having this seal, The Lord knoweth them that are his. 2 Tim. 2:19. {LHU 316.1}
God Himself will work for Israel. Every lying tongue will be silenced. Angels' hands will overthrow the deceptive schemes that are being formed. The bulwarks of Satan will never triumph. Victory will attend the third angel's message. As the Captain of the Lord's host tore down the walls of Jericho, so will the Lord's commandment-keeping people triumph, and all opposing elements be defeated. Let no soul complain of the servants of God who have come to them with a heaven-sent message. Do not any longer pick flaws in them, saying, "They are too positive; they talk too strongly." They may talk strongly; but is it not needed? God will make the ears of the hearers tingle if they will not heed His voice or His message. He will denounce those who resist the word of God. . . . {LHU 316.2} |
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Chap. 204 - The Sealing and the Latter Rain - - Nevertheless the foundation of God standeth sure, having this seal, The Lord knoweth them that are his. And, Let every one that nameth the name of Christ depart from iniquity. 2 Tim. 2:19.
Before the work is closed up and the sealing of God's people is finished, we shall receive the outpouring of the Spirit of God. Angels from heaven will be in our midst. {Mar 212.1} |