Christ in You, The Hope of Glory - A4

"The mystery
which has been hidden from ages and from generations,

but now has been revealed to His saints... which is
Christ in you, the hope of glory."
(Colossians 1:26, 27; NKJV)
CHRIST IN YOU
THE HOPE OF GLORY
(Ellen G. White quotes)
ABBREVIATIONS FOR REFERENCES
1BC – EGW Bible Commentary vol. 1 HS – Historical Sketches

2BC – EGW Bible Commentary vol. 2 KJV – King James Version
1MR – Manuscript Releases no. 1 LDE – Last Day Events
2MR – Manuscript Releases no. 2 LS – Life Scketches of Ellen G. White
1SG – Spiritual Gifts vol. 1 Lt NN –Letter no. NN
2SG – Spiritual Gifts vol. 2 MB – Thoughts of the Mount of Blessings
1T – Testimonies for the Church vol.1 MH – The Ministry of Healing
2T – Testimonies for the Church vol. 2 Ms NN – Manuscript no. NN
1SM – Selected Messages vol. 1 Needs – The Needs of the Cause in Australia
2SM – Selected Messages vol. 2 PK – Prophets and Kings
AA – The Acts of the Apostles PP – Patriarchs and Prophets
AUCR – Australasian Union Conference Report PUR – Pacific Union Record
AUGleaner – Atlantic Union Gleaner RH – Review and Herald
BEcho – The Bible Echo SC – Steps to Christ
BTS – Bible Training School SJ – The Story of Jesus
COL – Christ Object Lessons SP – Spirit of Prophecy
CT – Counsels to Parents, Teachers and Students SpTAnn – Special Testimonies no. nn
DA – The Desire of Ages SpTBnn – Special Testimonies no. nn
DS – The Day Star SpTEd – Special Testimonies on Education
Ed – Education SR – The Story of Redemption
Ev – Evangelism SSW – Sabbath School Worker
EW – Early Writtings ST – The Signs of the Times
GC – The Great Controversy SW – The Southern Review
GCB – General Conference Bulletin SW – The Watchman
GH – The Gospel Herald TA – The Truth about Angels
HM – The Home Missionary TM – Testimonies to Ministers
GW92 – Gospel Workers (1892) YI - The Youth’s Instructor
GW – Gospel Workers (1915)
Note: All the quotations have Ellen G. White as author. The page number is from the original edition of the
book.
CONTENT
1 CHRIST - A SAVIOUR WHO IS NEAR AT HAND
2 CHRIST INTO THE SOUL TEMPLE

2.1 Christ - A Honored Heavenly Guest
2.2 In true conversion Christ takes possession of the soul temple
2.3 Christ is abiding in the soul temple
2.4 Cleansing the soul temple
2.5 Christ, enthroned in the soul temple
3 CHRIST, AN INDWELLING SAVIOUR

3.1 The need for an indwelling Savior
3.2 You must seek to have an indwelling Saviour
3.3 The indwelling presence of the Saviour is equally necessary in the work of winning souls as
it was in the fishermen's ship [Luke 5:3-9]
3.4 Christ is the source of spiritual power implanted within us. An indwelling Saviour makes His
power our property
3.5 We are to receive our traits of character from an indwelling Saviour
4 THE MIND OF CHRIST

4.1 It is positively essential that we have the mind of Christ
4.2 To be a Christian means to have the mind of Christ
4.3 The mind of Christ dwells in his faithful followers
4.4 Filled with the Spirit, having the mind of Christ
5 CHRIST FORMED WITHIN, THE HOPE OF GLORY

5.1 The faith that was once delivered to the saints, Christ in you the hope of glory
5.2 Christ is of no value to us unless He is formed within, the hope of glory
5.3 We need, we want, we must have Christ formed within, the hope of glory
5.4 Christ must be formed within, the hope of glory
5.5 Thus is Christ formed within, the hope of glory – 1:
By eating His flesh and drinking His blood
By beholding the glory (character) of the Lord
Emptied of self, self crucified
5.8 Thus is Christ formed within, the hope of glory – 4
5.9 Now is the time to know for yourselves that Jesus is formed in you, the hope of glory
5.10 I present before you Christ, who is to be to us an abiding Presence
5.11 The ministry of the new covenant
5.12 When Christ is IN us the hope of glory…
6 WHEN CHRIST IS FORMED WITHIN, THEN…
6.1 Decided, radical change
6.2 New character
6.3 Happy man, with Christlike joy
6.4 Unity
6.5 Workers together with God
6.6 Christ revealed in his people
6.7 Show of conformity to His image
6.8 Manifestation of the virtues of Christ
6.9 Testimony to the world
6.10 True Christian
1. CHRIST - A SAVIOUR WHO IS NEAR AT HAND
There must be a power working from within… That power is Christ

Jesus – invited to abide as a heavenly guest in the soul
Men's hearts - fit temples for the indwelling of Christ
When Christ is abiding in us, we shall have sweet communion with Him
The fellowship with Christ which is even closer than the angels themselves can know
When Christ abides in the heart by faith, His Spirit becomes a power to purify and vivify the soul
Christ - a Saviour who was not afar off, but nigh at hand
The presence of Jesus was with us as if I could see Him in person
The man who loves Christ has the abiding presence of Jesus Christ
Self dies, and Christ lives in His servants
Christ lives and works in those who are cooperating with Him
Christ is to live in His representatives by the spirit of truth
Christ by His Spirit is dwelling in his heart by faith
Christ enthroned within
When you kneel before God with your children, Christ is by your side
When our brethren do this, their councils will be honored by the presence of Christ
1. CHRIST - A SAVIOUR WHO IS NEAR AT HAND
Colossians 1:26,27 "Even the mystery which hath been hid from ages and from generations, but now
is made manifest to his saints... which is Christ in you, the hope of glory." (KJV)
There must be a power working from within… That power is Christ
“There must be a power working from within, a new life from above, before men can be changed
from sin to holiness. That power is Christ. His grace alone can quicken the lifeless faculties of the
soul, and attract it to God, to holiness.” Steps to Christ, 1893 {SC 18.1}; The Signs of the Times {ST, May
28, 1902 par. 3} ; {ST, October 25, 1905 par. 3}
https://egwwritings.org/read?panels=p108.57
Jesus – invited to abide as a heavenly guest in the soul
“A closet of communion may be found wherever we are. We should have the door of the heart open
continually and our invitation going up that Jesus may come and abide as a heavenly guest in the
soul.” Steps to Christ, 1893 {SC 99.1}
Men's hearts - fit temples for the indwelling of Christ
“The Saviour is continually drawing men to repentance; they need only to submit to be drawn, and
their hearts will be melted and subdued, fit temples for the indwelling of Christ.” The Signs of the
Times {ST November 5, 1896, par. 9}
“From eternal ages it was God's purpose that every created being, from the bright and holy seraph to
man, should be a temple for the indwelling of the Creator.” The Desire of Ages, 1898 {DA 161.1}
When Christ is abiding in us, we shall have sweet communion with Him
“When Christ is abiding in us, we shall have sweet communion with Him. We shall not be seeking
to build up self and will not have an overestimate of our own abilities; we will humble ourselves.”
Manuscript 4 {Ms4-1885 (November 9, 1885) par. 3}
The fellowship with Christ which is even closer than the angels themselves can know
“The angels of glory find their joy in giving,—giving love and tireless watchcare to souls that are
fallen and unholy. Heavenly beings woo the hearts of men; they bring to this dark world light from the
courts above; by gentle and patient ministry they move upon the human spirit, to bring the lost into a
fellowship with Christ which is even closer than they themselves can know.”
The Desire of Ages, 1898 {DA 21.1}
When Christ abides in the heart by faith, His Spirit becomes a power to purify and vivify the
soul
“When Christ abides in the heart by faith, His Spirit becomes a power to purify and vivify the soul.
Truth in the heart cannot fail of having a correcting influence upon the life.”
Counsels to Parents… 1913 {CT 223.2}
Christ - a Saviour who was not afar off, but nigh at hand
“After the discourse we enjoyed a precious social meeting. The Lord came very near, and convicted
souls of their great need of his grace and love. We felt the necessity of presenting Christ as a Saviour
who was not afar off, but nigh at hand. When the Spirit of God begins to work upon the hearts of
men, the fruit is seen in confession of sin, and restitution for wrongs. “
The Review and Herald {RH March 5, 1889, par. 4} ; {1888 267.4}
The presence of Jesus was with us as if I could see Him in person
“I was just as sure that the presence of Jesus was with us as if I could see Him in person. The Lord
blessed His people.” Letter 109 {Lt109-1890, par. 1}
https://egwwritings.org/?ref=en_Lt109-1890.1&para=6975.8
The man who loves Christ has the abiding presence of Jesus Christ
“As the rich clusters of grapes grow in the living vine, so the fruits of the Spirit will be borne by the
man who loves God and keeps the way of the Lord. Christ is his strong hold. Christ lived the law of
God in humanity, and so may he do if he will by faith take hold on the Strong for strength. If he
realizes that he cannot do anything without Christ by his side, God will give him wisdom. But he
must cherish the love of Christ in his heart, and practice his lessons, for is he not to love Christ as
Christ loved God? Is he not to demonstrate to all with whom he associates that he has the abiding
presence of Jesus Christ more than he has ever had it before? Because of his increased
responsibilities, he must have an increased knowledge of God, and must reveal that living faith that
works by love, and purifies the soul.” Letter 78, 1896 {Lt78-1896 (July 6, 1896) par. 13} {1888 1598.1}
Self dies, and Christ lives in His servants
“Those who are seeking the righteousness of Christ will be dwelling upon the themes of the great
salvation. The Bible is the storehouse that supplies their souls with nourishing food. They meditate
upon the incarnation of Christ, they contemplate the great sacrifice made to save them from perdition,
to bring in pardon, peace, and everlasting righteousness. The soul is aglow with these grand and
elevating themes. Holiness and truth, grace and righteousness, occupy the thoughts. Self dies, and
Christ lives in His servants. In contemplation of the Word, their hearts burn within them, as did the
hearts of the two disciples while they went to Emmaus, and Christ walked with them by the way, and
opened to them the Scriptures concerning Himself.” Letter 57 {Lt57-1895 (May 1, 1895) par. 33} ; {1888
1333.2}
Christ lives and works in those who are cooperating with Him
“There is nothing Christ needs so much as agents who feel the necessity of representing Him… There
is nothing the church lacks so much as the manifestation of Christlike love. As the members of the
church unite together in sanctified association, co-operating with Christ, He lives and works in
them. Our eyes need the anointing with the heavenly eyesalve, that we may see what we are and what
we ought to be and that power is provided in Christ sufficient to enable us to reach the high standard
of Christian perfection.” Manuscript 8a {Ms8a-1888 (October 21, 1888) par. 13}; {1888 135.3}
Christ is to live in His representatives by the spirit of truth
“If Christ is not abiding in the soul, another spirit rules and controls; but Christ, the precious Saviour,
is to be the Christian's all in all. Every holy thought, every pure desire, every godlike purpose is from
him who is the light, the truth, and the way. Christ is to live in his representatives by the spirit of
truth. Jesus said, “Howbeit, when he, the Spirit of truth, is come, he will guide you into all truth: for
he shall not speak of himself; but whatsoever he shall hear, that shall he speak: and he will show you
things to come.” The events of the future will be discerned by prophecy, and will be understood. “He
shall glorify me: for he shall receive of mine, and shall show it unto you. All things that the Father
hath are mine: therefore said I, that he shall take of mine, and shall show it unto you.” Christ is to live
in the human instrument. Paul says, “I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless I live; yet not I, but
Christ liveth in me: and the life which I now live in the flesh, I live by the faith of the Son of God,
who loved me, and gave himself for me.” The Reviewe and Herald {RH April 4, 1893, par. 7} {1888 1055.7}
Christ by His Spirit is dwelling in his heart by faith
“If there is the acceptance of the principles of the inworking of the Holy Ghost which he the
Christian must have to fit him for heaven, he will do nothing rashly or presumptuously to create
wrath and blasphemy against God. The process of sanctification is constantly going on in the heart,
and his experience will be, "Christ....is made unto us wisdom and righteousness and sanctification and
redemption." [1 Corinthians 1:30.] He knows that Christ by His Spirit is dwelling in his heart by
faith.” Manuscript 6 {Ms6-1889, par. 69}
Christ enthroned within
“Those who have Christ enthroned within will manifest Christlike principles. They will make it
evident that the Holy Spirit has imparted a new life to them, and that they are nourishing and
cherishing that life. Its beginning is found in spiritual union with the Lord Jesus Christ, and as they
go on increasing in the knowledge of God, they will manifest a growth in grace, and will show
Christlike love to others.” Letter 76 {Lt76-1895 (June 6, 1895) par. 12} ; {1888 1373.3}
“My brethren, clear away the rubbish from the door of the heart, and let Jesus come in and talk with
you. Let Him sit upon the throne of the heart. If ever a people needed the purifying, sanctifying
influence of the truth of the living God, it is the Seventh-day Adventists. I pray that we may all be
found in the kingdom of God. But in order to be there, we must here below sit together in heavenly
places in Christ. May God help us so to live that we may sing the song of triumph in the city of God.”
General Conference Bulletin {GCB April 14, 1903, par. 47} ; {1888 1802.9}
When you kneel before God with your children, Christ is by your side
“My brethren and sisters, I urge you to bring up your children in simplicity. Don’t scold them when
they do wrong, but take them to the Lord, and tell him all about it. When you kneel before God with
your children, Christ is by your side, and angels of God are all around you. Teach them to ask God to
forgive them for being cross and impatient. Bring up your children in the nurture and admonition of
the Lord. Let us be men and women of prayer. Let us take hold of the divine nature, and escape the
corruption that is in the world through lust. Then we shall have the eternal life insurance policy, a life
that measures with the life of God.” {RH January 14, 1909, par. 20} ; {Ms99a-1908 (August 29, 1908) par.
21}
https://egwwritings.org/?ref=en_RH.January.14.1909.par.20&para=821.29645
When our brethren do this, their councils will be honored by the presence of Christ
“Shall we not earnestly and prayerfully study these lessons and practice the principles which our
Lord has given? Shall we not deal with our fellow men as becomes those who have been instructed by
the Holy Spirit, taught by the wisdom of God, moved by the same influence that inspired the
Scriptures? When our brethren do this, their councils will be honored by the presence of
Christ.” Letter 83 {Lt83-1896, par. 26-27}
https://egwwritings.org/?ref=en_Lt83-1896.36&para=5731.42
2. CHRIST INTO THE SOUL TEMPLE

The soul temple must be emptied and cleansed from its moral defilement that Jesus may find room to
abide in the soul as an honored Guest
Open the door of your heart wide unto Jesus; let Him come into the soul temple; treat Him as your
honored guest
Will they open the door to the soul temple and let Jesus in as an honored guest?
The soul will be a temple where Christ can dwell

Christ is willing to take possession of the soul temple
Self is to die, and Christ is to take possession of the soul temple
Exchange guests, and welcome Jesus to take possession of the soul temple
A new spirit takes possession of the soul temple, and a new life commences. Christ takes possession,
and is revealed in the character
Let every one cleanse the soul temple and invite Jesus in to take possession

Jesus would purify the temple of the soul for his own abode
If Christ is abiding in the heart, He will sanctify the soul temple
He who discerns Christ is a partaker of His Spirit and His righteousness. He has the inward assurance
that Christ is abiding in the soul temple
No one who truly enjoys the Spirit of Jesus Christ will be fractious, suspicious, criticizing, accusing.
Why? Because Christ is abiding in the soul temple
Cleanse the soul temple from every species of selfishness. Let Christ abide in each heart, and then
the Spirit of Christ in one will recognize the same Spirit in another
If we desire His presence, the soul temple must be cleansed of all evil occupants. If the door of the
heart is open to Jesus, He will come in; His presence will expel every unholy thought
The soul temple must be cleansed of all worldliness, all self-love, so that Jesus can come in with His
abiding presence

Christ calls for you to cooperate with Him, to be your righteousness
We must cleanse the soul temple from its defilement
Only Christ can cleanse the soul temple

The young men… must cleanse the soul temple of all impurity, and enthrone Christ in the heart
When Christ cannot be enthroned in the soul temple
Make room for Jesus in the soul temple, that He may be all and in all
2. CHRIST INTO THE SOUL TEMPLE
Revelation 3:20 “Behold, I [Jesus] stand at the door, and knock: if any man hear my voice, and open
the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with me.” (KJV)
“A closet of communion may be found wherever we are. We should have the door of the heart open
continually and our invitation going up that Jesus may come and abide as a heavenly guest in the
soul.” Steps to Christ, 1893 {SC 99.1}
The soul temple must be emptied and cleansed from its moral defilement that Jesus may find
room to abide in the soul as an honored Guest
“The work of the Holy Spirit on the heart is to break down and expel this self-love, this lofty
approval of self and this accusing spirit. The soul temple must be emptied and cleansed from its
moral defilement that Jesus may find room to abide in the soul as an honored Guest, that [He], the
pure, true Witness, may be the power exercised in a holy life. Then Christ is revealed in the heart by
faith, and precious victories are gained.” Manuscript 22 {Ms 22, 1889, par. 58}
Open the door of your heart wide unto Jesus; let Him come into the soul temple; treat Him as
your honored guest
“Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you, not as the world giveth, give I unto you: let not
your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.” [Verse 27.] We have the truth, precious, sacred,
testifying truth. Open, my dear brother, open the door of your heart wide unto Jesus; let Him come
into the soul temple; treat Him as your honored guest; and He will fill your soul with His great
love. He will give you to drink of the water of life, and will give you the eternal riches of the
heavenly world. One soul, saved in the kingdom of God, is worth more than the whole world.”
Letter 25c {Lt 25c, 1895, par. 17}
Will they open the door to the soul temple and let Jesus in as an honored guest?
“I felt a deep sense of responsibility resting upon me, and my soul was burdened. How many present
were carrying hungry hearts longing for the realization that Christ was their personal Saviour? Christ
is knocking, knocking at the door of their heart. Will they open the chambers of mind and let the
sunshine of the righteousness of Christ in? Will they open the door to the soul temple and let Jesus
in as an honored guest?” Manuscript 61b {Ms 61b, 1895, par. 10}
The soul will be a temple where Christ can dwell
“Men will have great opportunities and privileges, and great light; and they will either go forward
unto the perfection of Christ's character, or they will follow their own peculiar traits of character.
Under the sway of Christ, they will be mild and teachable; under the inspiration of Satan, they will
reveal a harsh spirit, and become betrayers of their brethren. They will walk frowardly, in the way of
their heart. If those who have light will open the chambers of the mind, they will see as the Lord
sees; they will take counsel and reproof; they will open the door of the heart of Jesus, and will
welcome him in as an honored guest. Then the soul will be a temple where Christ can dwell.”
The Review and Herald {RH May 24, 1898, par. 15}
Christ is willing to take possession of the soul temple
“He says, ‘Behold, I stand at the door, and knock; if any man hear my voice, and open the door, I
will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with me.’ [Revelation 3:20] How willing is
Christ to take possession of the soul temple if we will let him! He is represented as waiting and
knocking at the door of the heart. Then why does he not enter? It is because the love of sin has closed
the door of the heart. As soon as we consent to give sin up, to acknowledge our guilt, the barrier is
removed between the soul and the Saviour.”
The Signs of the Times {ST December 5, 1892, par. 12; ST September 12, 1911, par. 6 ; ST July 29, 1913,
par. 7}
“Christ is willing to take possession of the soul temple, if we will only let him. He is represented
as knocking at the door of our hearts for admission, but Jesus never forces himself upon us; he will
come in only as an invited guest. If we seek him, we shall certainly find him. Many seem to have an
idea that Christ is a great way off… If we could only realize that we do not have to ascend into the
heavens to bring Christ down, nor descend into the earth to bring him up, but that he is near us, how
different would be our actions.” The Signs of the Times {ST March 3, 1890, par. 2}
Self is to die, and Christ is to take possession of the soul temple
“We all need to gain a much deeper experience in the things of God than we have gained. Self is to
die, and Christ is to take possession of the soul temple. Physicians, ministers, teachers, and all
others in responsible positions, must learn the humility of Christ before he can be revealed in them.
Too often self is so important an agency in the life of a man that the Lord is not able to mold and
fashion him. Self rules on the right hand and on the left, and the man presses his way forward as he
pleases. Christ says to self, Stand out of my path. Whosoever will come after me, let him deny
himself, and take up his cross, and follow me. Then I can accept him as my disciple. In order to serve
me acceptably, he must do the work I have given him in harmony with my instructions.”
Letter 188 {Lt188-1903 (August 25, 1903) par. 46}; The Review and Herald {RH August 23, 1906, par. 16}
“When self is crucified, Christ will take possession of the soul temple.”
Letter 29, 1903 {Lt29-1903 (January 25, 1903) par. 24}
Exchange guests, and welcome Jesus to take possession of the soul temple
“But it will require a strong will, in the strength of Jesus, to break up the force of habit [and] dismiss
the adversary of souls that has been entertained by you so long. Exchange guests, and welcome
Jesus to take possession of the soul temple. But He does not share the heart with Satan. You
can, even now in this late period, make a determined effort, not in your strength but the strength of
Jesus.” Letter 50 {Lt 50, 1880, par. 2}
A new spirit takes possession of the soul temple, and a new life commences. Christ takes
possession, and is revealed in the character
“Having his name written in the church books will not make a man any more of a Christian than he
was before he made any profession. In true conversion the soul is born again. A new spirit takes
possession of the soul temple, and a new life commences. Christ takes possession, and is revealed
in the character. Christ is sought unto, submitted to, and the spirit of a new life works within. His
faith passes into knowledge, and there is an understanding of the Word. A partnership is entered into
uniting man with God and God with man. The branch grows into real, living oneness with the vine.
A church composed of such members as this has life in itself. The believers can help one another.
They will be living stones in the building, all united in receiving light and emitting light.”
Letter 134 {Lt 134, 1899, par. 13}
“No one can enter the city of God who has not a knowledge of genuine conversion. In true
conversion the soul is born again. A new spirit takes possession of the temple of the soul. A new
life begins. Christ is revealed in the character. The spirit of a new life works within. Faith passes
into knowledge, and the word of God is understood. The branch becomes a living part of the Vine.”
The Review and Herald {RH July 30, 1901, par. 11}
Let every one cleanse the soul temple and invite Jesus in to take possession
“Now as you have faults and sins, separate them from you. Christ says, “If thine hand offend thee,
cut it off and cast it from thee! It is better for thee to enter into life halt or maimed, rather than having
two hands to be cast into everlasting fire.” [Matthew 18:8.] If you have darling sins, separate them
from you, that you may have a right relation to God. Let every one cleanse the soul temple and
invite Jesus in to take possession, and then we shall have strength to follow after Christ. He is the
light, and we can make melody in our hearts to the Lord. Jesus wants to be entertained in our hearts,
and will we let Him in? We want, every one of us, to fix our eyes upon the Author and Finisher of
our faith, and may God help you.”Manuscript 33 {Ms 33, 1885, par. 28}
Galathians 2:20 ”I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me…”
(KJV)
Jesus would purify the temple of the soul for his own abode
“Christ was ever severe in his denunciations of hypocritical professors, those who bore no fruit to his
glory. He frequently declared that there was more hope for the veriest open sinner than for the
pretender. Jesus would cleanse the temple of the soul from the defiling sins of selfishness, pride,
envy, and love of the world. He would purify it for his own abode. God calls for workers. All who
are his followers must work the works of Christ, deny self, and take up their cross daily. All may
wash their robes of character, and make them white in the blood of the Lamb.” The Signs of the Times
{ST August 22, 1878, par. 7}
If Christ is abiding in the heart, He will sanctify the soul temple
“We have no time to lose in the work of temperance, in the restoration of the poor outcasts, the
unhappy, homeless ones. The Lord has a work for men and women to do. If Christ is abiding in the
heart, He will sanctify the soul temple. Our hearts will be earnest, and full of divine sympathy.
Whatever we do we will do as if in the full view of the whole universe of heaven. Men and women,
you may with perfect consistency wear the badge that declares you medical missionaries. This means
temperance in all things, and by it you make a silent, personal appeal.”
Manuscript 91 {Ms 91, 1898, par. 14}
He who discerns Christ is a partaker of His Spirit and His righteousness. He has the inward
assurance that Christ is abiding in the soul temple
“When man is created anew in Christ Jesus, he becomes a partaker of the divine nature. God has,
through His own power, united in man the human and the divine. He clothes humanity with the robe
of Christ’s righteousness. Man is enabled to discern the Saviour, and by Christ’s righteousness. Man
is enabled to discern the Saviour, and by beholding he is changed into the likeness of His character.
He recognizes the words of Christ, “All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth.” [Matthew
28:18.] He who discerns Christ is a partaker of His Spirit and His righteousness. He has the
inward assurance that Christ is abiding in the soul temple.”
Letter 11 {Lt 11, 1897, par. 6} ; The Review and Herald {RH June 21, 1898, par. 41}
No one who truly enjoys the Spirit of Jesus Christ will be fractious, suspicious, criticizing,
accusing. Why? Because Christ is abiding in the soul temple
“The meek shall be as David, and David as an angel of the Lord. Every Christian will see in the face
of every other the face of God in benevolence and brotherly love. We need, my sister, greater
benevolence, greater humility first, then the simplicity of Christ will appear; contention will cease,
because it is an offensive thing and grieves the Holy Spirit of God. No one who truly enjoys the
Spirit of Jesus Christ will be fractious, suspicious, criticizing, accusing. Why? Because Christ is
abiding in the soul temple.” Letter 96a {Lt 96a, 1899, par. 10}
Cleanse the soul temple from every species of selfishness. Let Christ abide in each heart, and
then the Spirit of Christ in one will recognize the same Spirit in another
“Now you each need to go to the very bottom of this matter, and cleanse the soul temple from every
species of selfishness. Let Christ abide in each heart, and then the Spirit of Christ in one will
recognize the same Spirit in another.” Letter 78 {Lt 78, 1894, par. 17}
If we desire His presence, the soul temple must be cleansed of all evil occupants. If the door of
the heart is open to Jesus, He will come in; His presence will expel every unholy thought
“Let each one closely examine himself to see whether he is in the faith, to see whether the truth he
professes to believe has been kept in the outer court, or brought into the inner sanctuary of the soul,
that he may be sanctified thereby. The whole heart must be entered and purified by the searching
Spirit of God. Jesus will not abide in the soul where pride exists. And if we desire His presence,
the soul temple must be cleansed of all evil occupants. If the door of the heart is open to Jesus, He
will come in; His presence will expel every unholy thought, and by faith we may hold sweet
communion with God. If Jesus abides in the heart, we shall glorify Him in our lives, for the
Christian is to let His light shine forth to the world in good works.”
Letter 31 {Lt 31, 1891, par. 13}; Special Testimonies…{PH152 30.1} ; Selections from Testimonies…{PH149
54.2}
The soul temple must be cleansed of all worldliness, all self-love, so that Jesus can come in with
His abiding presence
“In order to be followers of Christ, we must separate from the world’s customs and practices. In
doing this, we shall have God’s blessing. We cannot have the peace of Christ in our hearts, and yet
be joined to the world. Then our lives are filled with pride, with the love of the world, and there is no
room for Jesus. The soul temple must be cleansed of all worldliness, all self-love, so that Jesus can
come in with His abiding presence.” Manuscript 9 {Ms 9, 1885, par. 3}
Christ calls for you to cooperate with Him, to be your righteousness
“Happy are the pure in heart, for they shall see God. Let all fully understand that Christ calls for
you to cooperate with Him, to make you His child, to be your righteousness.”
“The intellect may be cultivated, and through the harmonious use of our faculties, under the control
of the Holy Spirit, we may develop a strong, firm character. A righteous character formed after the
likeness of Christ’s character has a value above that of gold or precious stones. Those who co-
operate with the Lord Jesus Christ in the formation of a righteous character will become
laborers together with God. They will act their part as the human agents through whom God will
reach the hearts and minds of men and women who are separated from Him by sin, and will win
them to Christ. No one can copy the Pattern, Christ Jesus, without becoming a channel of light to
others. No man liveth unto himself.”
Letter 27 {Lt27-1894 (June 1, 1894) par. 34}; {1888 1252.1}
We must cleanse the soul temple from its defilement
“The wretched, inward imperfections developed in our character must not exist a moment longer,
and we excuse our sins; but we must cleanse the soul temple of miserable self, which is always
taking up the room Christ should occupy.” Letter 25 {Lt 25, 1880, par. 12}
“The season we spend here together should be a time of humiliation, brokenness of heart, and
confession of sin. We want here to seek the Lord, and find him to the joy of our souls. To do this, we
must cleanse the soul temple from its defilement; we must banish therefrom selfish thoughts and
interests. Jesus is among us, to hear our penitential confessions and pardon our sins.”
“It is your privilege to be a prosperous, happy church. Let each one of you search his own heart,
cleanse the defiled soul temple, and watch unto prayer. Be determined you will seek Jesus until you
find Him; release not your grasp until His love dwells in your heart and you have His spirit subduing
your life and fashioning your character. Then believe, and with boldness you may approach His
throne, knowing that He will hear your prayers.” Testimonies for the Church, vol. 5, 1889 {5T 132.1}
“If you anticipate being one of that number who will stand about the throne of God with the crown of
glory upon your brow, you must prepare for this great change here in this life. Your thoughts must be
altogether of a different character. The work must begin with the heart. That must be cleansed of
moral defilement and made pure for the indwelling of the Holy Spirit. Here is your work; make an
entire change by cleansing the soul temple of its moral defilement through Jesus Christ. God
help you to make haste before it shall be too late.” Letter 47 {Lt 47, 1887, par. 20}
“Were Christ upon the earth today, He would cleanse the office of many things that are not in
accordance with our high profession as He cleansed the temple of its unholy traffic. It is written,
“My house shall be called an house of prayer, but ye have made it a den of thieves.” [Matthew
21:13.] Let every one begin to cleanse his own soul temple, and thus co-operate with Christ in
the work of purifying the office.” Letter 31 {Lt 31, 1891, par. 24}; {Ms 133, 1901, par. 4}
Only Christ can cleanse the soul temple
“Know ye not that ye are the temple of God, and that the Spirit of God dwelleth in you? If any man
defile the temple of God, him shall God destroy; for the temple of God is holy, which temple ye are.”
1 Corinthians 3:16, 17. No man can of himself cast out the evil throng that have taken possession of
the heart. Only Christ can cleanse the soul temple. But He will not force an entrance. He comes
not into the heart as to the temple of old; but He says, “Behold, I stand at the door, and knock: if any
man hear My voice, and open the door, I will come in to him.” Revelation 3:20. He will come, not
for one day merely; for He says, “I will dwell in them, and walk in them; ... and they shall be My
people.” “He will subdue our iniquities; and Thou wilt cast all their sins into the depths of the sea.” 2
Corinthians 6:16; Micah 7:19. His presence will cleanse and sanctify the soul, so that it may be a
holy temple unto the Lord, and “an habitation of God through the Spirit.” Ephesians 2:21, 22.
The Desire of Ages, 1898 {DA 161.2}; {RH December 31, 1908, par. 4}
“The Lord calls for an awakening among His people. He will greatly bless them as they go forth in
His service—humbly and with meekness and lowliness of heart. Will you now consecrate your lives
to God? Will you empty yourselves of the spirit of envy and jealousy? Let Jesus cleanse the soul
temple and the sweet peace of heavenly love will fill your heart. There is a world to be warned, and
God calls for every one of us to work hand in hand with Him. Labor for those around you, and give
of your means for the support of laborers in other parts of the world.”
“Truth will triumph. The third angel will bear away the victory. Will you triumph with it? Shall it
advance, and you be left in the rear? Flee for your safe refuge, lay hold on the hope set before you in
the gospel. Eternal life may be yours; press, press forward to the mark of the prize of the high calling
in Christ Jesus. My heart yearns after you. I want you to lay aside every idol, and Christ will
cleanse the soul temple from every defilement. Jesus has done everything that a God could do, for
you and me, and the whole world; and if we miss heaven it will be a terrible loss to every one who
does not gain eternal life. If we gain heaven, we have no time to lose. Look at the self- denial of
Jesus. Look at His sacrifice for us, and can you withhold anything from Jesus who has died to bring
all the eternal riches within your reach?” Letter 70 {Lt 70, 1893, par. 36}
The young men… must cleanse the soul temple of all impurity, and enthrone Christ in the
heart
“But first the young men who would serve God, and give themselves to his work, must cleanse the
soul temple of all impurity, and enthrone Christ in the heart; then they will be enabled to put
energy into their Christian effort, and will manifest enthusiastic zeal in persuading men to be
reconciled to Christ. Will not our young men respond to the invitation of Christ, and answer, “Here
am I; send me”? Young men, press to the front, and identify yourselves as laborers together with
Christ, taking up the work where he left it, to carry it on to its completion.”
The Review and Herald {RH June 16, 1891, par. 10}; {RH April 10, 1913, par. 5}
“You should be prepared to follow the example of these noble youth [Daniel and his fellows]. Never
be ashamed of your colors; put them up, unfurl them to the gaze of men and angels. Do not be
controlled by false modesty, by false prudence which suggests to you a course of action contrary to
this advice. By your choice words and a consistent course of action, by your propriety, your earnest
piety, make a telling confession of your faith, determined that Christ shall occupy the throne in
the soul temple; and lay your talents without reserve at his feet to be employed in his service. For
your present and eternal good it is best to commit yourself wholly to the right, that the world may
know where you are standing.” The Youth’s Instructor {YI February 2, 1893, par. 3}
“Shall we open our hearts to Jesus Christ? Shall we enthrone him in the temple of the soul?
Shall we not cast away our idols, and surrender our all to God? God has had power to make the
flowers fair and fragrant, and he has power to give meekness and lowliness to the heart, to impart
purity and nobility to the character, to make us complete in Jesus. We may have loveliness of
disposition, a meek and quiet spirit, which is in the sight of God of great price. Let us consider the
precious gifts of God, think upon his tender mercies, yield our all to him, that he may give us hearts
filled with gratitude, lives filled with the fragrance of deeds of love, a disposition to follow in the
footsteps of Jesus, seeking to save those that are lost.”
The Signs of the Times {ST June 19, 1893, par. 10}
“Let Jesus into the soul temple to preside there, and all things will then be after the order of God.”
Letter 25 {Lt 25, 1882, par. 13}
When Christ cannot be enthroned in the soul temple
“Happy are the pure in heart, for they shall see God. Let all fully understand that Christ calls for you
to cooperate with Him, to make you His child, to be your righteousness. While sin is cherished He
cannot do this. Where self-love and self-esteem and self-righteousness abide He cannot be
enthroned in the soul temple. Happiness and the righteousness of Christ cannot be yoked up with
sin and transgression. If there are entertained and practiced principles which Satan has implanted in
the heart, there is no room for the righteousness of Christ. Children and youth, young men and
women, are to be educating to become missionaries for Christ—strong-souled, earnest young men.”
“A strong determined will is essential, but it should be under submission. It should not bear the mold
of selfishness, but the grace of Christ should be seen in all the words and ways. When our way is
crossed, we must not lose self-control. We must not push Christ from the soul temple, and
enthrone Satan there, but we must be meek and lowly, willing to learn in Christ’s school. We must
study carefully the perfect Model, as revealed in the life and character of Christ.”
Manuscript 20 {Ms 20, 1885, par. 22} ; {Ms 24, 1885, par. 23}
“I wish that every minister and every one of our workers could see this matter as it has been
presented to me. Self-esteem and self-sufficiency are killing spiritual life. Self is lifted up; self is
talked about. Oh, that self might die! “I die daily,” said the apostle Paul. When this proud, boasting
self-sufficiency and this complacent self-righteousness permeate the soul, there is no room for
Jesus. He is given an inferior place, while self swells into importance and fills the whole temple of
the soul. This is the reason why the Lord can do so little for us.”
Testimonies for the Church, vol. 5, 1889 {5T 538.3}
“Is it not time for you to change? Have you not long enough buried your talents in the earth? The
world has occupied the soul temple, and there has been no room for Jesus, no room for His love
and His peaceful presence. Oh, what storms of passion have beaten about the soul! The world has
been your god. To save, to gather, has been the object of your life, but the eternal riches have not
attracted you. Shall it always be thus? Are you satisfied with the outlook?”
Letter 27 {Lt 27, 1890, par. 8}
“There are many professed Christian parents whose souls are preoccupied with so many other
things that there is no room in the soul temple for the presence of Jesus. They have given to their
idols the devotion that is due alone to God. The door of the heart is closed against the truth, and
Christ is misrepresented in spirit, in character, and in actions. Their children are unconverted,
wayward, and pleasure loving, and no recommendation to the truth.”
The Signs of the Times {ST May 7, 1894, par. 9} ; {Ms 89, 1894, par. 10}
“To adopt and encourage such a fashion as this is sinning not only against the physical organism, but
against God; for God gave His Son to die for us to redeem us from the thralldom of every health- and
life-destroying practice. By creation and by redemption He is the owner of the body. And when the
body, purchased at infinite cost, is forced to serve the customs and fashions of this degenerate
age, testimony is borne to the world that pride and sin reign within, that Christ does not abide in
the soul temple. The Lord Jesus will not serve with sin. He claims the undivided affections.”
“It is no marvel that the church is not vivified by the Holy Spirit's power. Men and women are
setting aside the instruction Christ has given. Anger and covetousness are gaining the victory, and
the soul temple is full of wickedness, so that there is no room for Christ. Men, unheeding the
words of the Saviour, follow their own perverse ways. They take themselves into their own hands,
rejecting reproofs and warnings, until the candlestick is moved out of its place, and spiritual
discernment is confused by human ideas. Men set the law of God aside to follow the light of their
own imagination.” The Watchman {SW January 1, 1907, par. 10}
Make room for Jesus in the soul temple, that He may be all and in all
“He was in the world, and the world was made by him, and the world knew him not.” [John 1:10.]
With many professed Christians this is true. O, to what depths of degradation have souls sunk when
they know not God and Jesus Christ whom He has sent. “He came unto his own, and his own
received him not.” [Verse 11.] Let the minister of Christ direct every word of praise away from self.
Put self out of sight, and never feel that your work is well done till the mind’s eye can see only Jesus,
the crucified One. This is not a surface, casual reception. It means to empty the soul of everything
that defileth. Make room for Jesus in the soul temple, that He may be all and in all.”
Letter 33 {Lt 33, 1890, par. 15}
3. CHRIST, AN INDWELLING SAVIOUR

In order to carry out the instruction we find in the Word of God, we need an indwelling Saviour
We need now an indwelling Saviour, who will supply the pure, holy current of love
An indwelling Saviour we want continually. Jesus will then be revealed in our character
We must have an indwelling Saviour, or we cannot exemplify in our lives his life of devotion, his
love
Oh, how many who are today teaching the truth need a thorough conversion, an indwelling Saviour
to shine forth in their lives
They will never be successful, notwithstanding their highest qualifications of education and
experience, unless they have an indwelling Saviour
The meaning of the word "indwelling" in the Noah Webster 1828 Dictionary (found in the EGW
library)

You must seek to have an indwelling Saviour, who will be to you as a well of water, springing up
into everlasting life
Every one of you should seek to agonize for an indwelling Saviour and full consecration to God
This hungering and thirsting for righteousness means praying, believing, receiving Christ as an
indwelling Saviour. This is continual sanctification
Nothing will God accept of you but an indwelling Jesus; Christ alone, Christ all and in all
Christ is the indwelling Saviour
I felt the assurance of an indwelling Saviour
Will you not be faithful in overcoming self, that you may have the peace of Christ and an indwelling
Saviour?
The indwelling presence of the Saviour is equally necessary in the work of winning souls
The light and power of an indwelling Saviour must be ours, or we cannot draw others to Him
Reveal an indwelling Saviour. Then you will understand what it means to be a true missionary
If we receive Christ into the heart, we shall be clothed with power. An indwelling Saviour makes His
power our property
They needed to know by an experimental knowledge what the power of an indwelling Christ can
accomplish in the life
The Saviour is continually drawing men to repentance; they need only to submit to be drawn, and
their hearts will be melted and subdued, fit temples for the indwelling of Christ
In mercy God seeks to lead the unrighteous to repentance… He puts His laws in their minds and
writes them in their hearts. Their speech will be such as is prompted by an indwelling Saviour
3.4 Christ is the source of spiritual power implanted within us. An indwelling Saviour makes
His power our property
Receiving Christ, we are clothed with power. An indwelling Saviour makes His power our property
Christ is the source of spiritual power implanted within us, and His influence will flow forth in words
and actions… This is the result of an indwelling Saviour
From the indwelling Saviour we shall receive each day a fresh supply of grace and power
An indwelling Saviour will strengthen us every hour
An indwelling Christ is the cause of ever-increasing power
The more we reveal the power of an indwelling Saviour, the more of His power will be manifested
unto us

An indwelling Christ purifies the soul from selfishness and iniquity
Transformation of character is the testimony to the world of an indwelling Christ
Those whose hearts are cheered by the presence of an indwelling Saviour, will have no disposition to
resort to places of worldly amusement
All vain thoughts and jealousies must become extinct because we have an indwelling Saviour
No one who has an indwelling Saviour will dishonor Him before others by producing strains from a
musical instrument which call the mind from God and heaven to light and trifling things
No one is to lord it over God’s heritage… Those who have an indwelling Christ will not manage in
these lines
3. CHRIST, AN INDWELLING SAVIOUR
In order to carry out the instruction we find in the Word of God, we need an indwelling
Saviour
“In order to carry out the instruction we find in the Word of God, we need an indwelling
Saviour. The Lord Jesus says, “Behold, I stand at the door and knock: if any man hear my voice, and
open the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with me.” [Revelation 3:20.]
The cold, critical, sarcastic spirit which has found place in your hearts has driven out the love of
Jesus. Expel this spirit, which is so unlike Christ, and let Jesus supply the vacuum with His own
spirit of tenderness and compassion. Then you will be vessels unto honor, workmen for God, who
need not to be ashamed.”
Manuscript 40a {Ms 40a, 1890, par. 76};{Ms 62, 1890, par. 16}
We need now an indwelling Saviour, who will supply the pure, holy current of love
“Strong, deep sympathies, pure, powerful heavenly principles, are the indispensable agencies to be
brought into the work for this time. Self, with its baleful results, has figured largely enough. We
need now an indwelling Saviour, who will supply the pure, holy current of love, and maintain
principles that will inculcate the sum of all righteousness, purity, holiness, and perfect benevolence.
This will show that we love God with all the heart, and our neighbor as ourselves. The moral taste is
to be refined and elevated. Our passions are to be brought under control because we wear the robe of
Christ’s righteousness. The gospel is to be lived. Love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness,
goodness, faith, meekness, temperance, are the fruits borne upon the Christian tree. God help us to be
right with Him.” Letter 138 {Lt 138, 1899, par. 12}
An indwelling Saviour we want continually. Jesus will then be revealed in our character
“There is a work for us to do to put away all self-love, all love of the world, and everything that
defiles the temple of God, and welcome the peace and the love of Jesus into our hearts. An
indwelling Saviour we want continually. Jesus will then be revealed in our character. We shall
be His witnesses, and His power will attend all our labors.” Letter 37 {Lt 37, 1878, par. 7}
We must have an indwelling Saviour, or we cannot exemplify in our lives his life of devotion,
his love
“ We cannot let our light shine out to others, so as to attract their attention to heavenly things, unless
we have the light in us. We must be imbued with the Spirit of Jesus Christ, or we cannot manifest
to others that Christ is in us the hope of glory. We must have an indwelling Saviour, or we cannot
exemplify in our lives his life of devotion, his love, his gentleness, his pity, his compassion, his self-
denial, and purity. This is what we earnestly desire. This should be the study of our lives, How shall I
conform my character to the Bible standard of holiness?”
The Review and Herald {RH March 29, 1870, par. 5}
Oh, how many who are today teaching the truth need a thorough conversion, an indwelling
Saviour to shine forth in their lives
“I see that in order to work effectively we must have a firmer hold upon God. We must abide in
Jesus and let Jesus abide in us. We must ourselves be sanctified by the truth and our whole lives must
be elevated, ennobled, and dignified by the truth we profess. Oh, how many who are today teaching
the truth need a thorough conversion, an indwelling Saviour to shine forth in their lives and make
them valuable members of society, a living blessing to their families, friends, and to the church! The
whole being needs to be transformed, the current of life changed, so that it shall flow towards God
and heaven. Living light-bearers are now needed to convert sinners from cherished errors to become
cross-bearing disciples of Christ.” Letter 37 {Lt 37, 1878, par. 11}
experience, unless they have an indwelling Saviour
“There are many devices in a man’s heart; nevertheless, the counsel of God, that shall stand.”
[Proverbs 19:21.] “Commit thy way unto the Lord, and thy way shall be established.” The Lord
wants to drain His ministers and workers of self, so that He can impart to them His Holy Spirit.
experience, unless they have an indwelling Saviour. They must first take a low place before God,
and be imbued with His Spirit, if they would have an influence with their fellow men. Then right
conduct is secured in all places and under all circumstances.” Manuscript 25a {Ms 25a, 1891, par. 33}
The meaning of the word "indwelling" in the Noah Webster 1828 Dictionary (found in the
EGW library)
INDWELLER, n. An inhabitant.
INDWELLING, a. [in and dwelling.] Dwelling within; remaining in the heart, even after it is
renewed; as indwelling sin.
INDWELLING, n. Residence within, or in the heart or soul.
{Noah Webster 1828 Dictionary}
You must seek to have an indwelling Saviour, who will be to you as a well of water, springing
up into everlasting life
“O that we might see in the young people the spirit that dwelt in our Lord! O that we might see you,
young people, Bible in hand, instructing those who are in darkness, and pointing them to the way of
everlasting life! Do not think that you can do this when you are unconverted, when your heart is not
itself susceptible to the influence of the Spirit of God, and when you are a stranger to His grace. You
must be converted. You must seek to have an indwelling Saviour, who will be to you as a well of
water, springing up into everlasting life. The water of life flowing from the heart always waters the
hearts of others.” Manuscript 69 {Ms69-1912 (September 10, 1912) par. 78}
Every one of you should seek to agonize for an indwelling Saviour and full consecration to God
“I was shown the position you might be in—enjoying the favor of God. But you have not yet made
the first effort to occupy that position which would be pleasing to God and that He could delight to
bless you. Every one of you should seek to agonize for an indwelling Saviour and full
consecration to God.” Letter 12 {Lt 12, 1861, par. 22}
This hungering and thirsting for righteousness means praying, believing, receiving Christ as an
indwelling Saviour. This is continual sanctification
“Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness,” craving for a knowledge of the
Word of God, as children hunger for bread. [Matthew 5:6] This hungering and thirsting for
righteousness means praying, believing, receiving Christ as an indwelling Saviour. This is
continual sanctification.”
Letter 68 {Lt 68, 1896, par. 7}
Nothing will God accept of you but an indwelling Jesus; Christ alone, Christ all and in all
“We have not only lost much to our own souls, but as ministers [we] have neglected the most solemn
part of our work in not dwelling upon the blood of Jesus Christ as the sinner’s only hope for eternal
life. Tell the story of Christ’s leaving the heaven of bliss and the coming to our world, practicing
self-denial and self-sacrifice, calling for all to come and learn of Him, for He is meek and lowly of
heart, and promising that they should find rest to their souls if they would wear His yoke and lift His
burden. Oh, how many will have to have their false props swept away—their self-congratulation,
their self-esteem! Nothing will God accept of you but an indwelling Jesus; Christ alone, Christ
all and in all.” Manuscript 30 {Ms 30, 1889, par. 70}
Christ is the indwelling Saviour
“The work is before you to improve the remnant of your life in reforming and elevating the
character. A new life begins in the renewed soul. Christ is the indwelling Saviour. That which may
be regarded as hard to give up must be yielded. The overbearing, dictatorial word must be left
unspoken; then a precious victory will be gained. True happiness will be the result of every self-
denial, every crucifixion of self. One victory won, the next is more easily gained.”
I felt the assurance of an indwelling Saviour
“My views of the Father were changed. I now looked upon Him as a kind and tender parent, rather
than a stern tyrant compelling men to a blind obedience. My heart went out toward Him in a deep
and fervent love. Obedience to His will seemed a joy; it was a pleasure to be in His service. No
shadow clouded the light that revealed to me the perfect will of God. I felt the assurance of an
indwelling Saviour, and realized the truth of what Christ had said: “He that followeth Me shall not
walk in darkness, but shall have the light of life.”
Testimonies for the Church, vol. 1, 1855 {1T 31.3}; The Signs of the Times {ST February 24, 1876, par. 9}
Will you not be faithful in overcoming self, that you may have the peace of Christ and an
indwelling Saviour?
“Beloved, now are we the sons of God.” Can any human dignity equal this? What higher position
can we occupy than to be called the sons of the infinite God? You would be ready to do some great
thing for the Master; but the very things which would please Him most, you do not do. Will you not
be faithful in overcoming self, that you may have the peace of Christ and an indwelling Saviour?”
The indwelling presence of the Saviour is equally necessary in the work of winning souls
”Every one who in living faith follows Jesus, with an eye single to his glory, will see of the salvation
of God just as surely as these discouraged fishermen saw their boats filled by the miraculous draught.
It was because Christ was in the ship that they were successful in their efforts to catch fish. The
indwelling presence of the Saviour is equally necessary in the work of winning souls.”
The Review and Herald {RH August 27, 1903, par. 5} ; The Signs of the Times {ST May 6, 1908, par. 6};
{Ms67-1903 (May 30, 1903) par. 7}
The light and power of an indwelling Saviour must be ours, or we cannot draw others to Him
”The whole world lieth in darkness. Darkness covers the earth and gross darkness the people. And
the Lord calls, upon the members of the church to labor together with Him in awakening the world, if
possible, to their peril. We cannot do this of ourselves. We must derive our efficiency from Christ.
Jesus says, “I, if I be lifted up, will draw all unto me.” [John 12:32.] Here is the secret of power, of
effectiveness; for though human instrumentalities are employed in the work of salvation, it is the
light shining from the uplifted cross that alone can attract hearts heavenward. We must present the
truth as it is in Jesus. The light and power of an indwelling Saviour must be ours, or we cannot
draw others to Him. We must be imbued with the Spirit of truth, the Spirit of Christ. There is no
power in humanity to draw humanity to Christ. We are as iron that cannot attract unless it be
magnetized. We must be sanctified through the truth if we would have a sanctifying influence upon
others. Jesus says, “Thy word is truth.” [John 17:17.] It is through a sanctified knowledge of the
Word of God that we shall be able to overcome the powers of darkness and win souls for the
Master.” Manuscript 31 {Ms 31, 1890, par. 13}; 1888 Materials {1888 805.3}
Reveal an indwelling Saviour. Then you will understand what it means to be a true missionary
“In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, I appeal to church members to arise and closely criticize
themselves. Feel that this work is so important that you cannot engage in criticizing others. Reveal
an indwelling Saviour. Then you will understand what it means to be a true missionary. You will
bring a Christlike intensity into your work, and many souls will be saved through your earnest
prayers and interested labors.”
Manuscript 148 {Ms 148, 1899, par. 37} ; The Southern Review {SW December 5, 1899, par. 21}
If we receive Christ into the heart, we shall be clothed with power. An indwelling Saviour
makes His power our property
“There is to be no controversy among Christ’s workers. When men produce their objections, take the
affirmative, and move forward in the right way. When we submit to God’s way, the Lord Jesus
guides our minds and fills our lips with assurance. We may be strong in the Lord and in the power of
His might. If we receive Christ into the heart, we shall be clothed with power. An indwelling
Saviour makes His power our property. The truth becomes our stock in trade. We have words to
speak to those who know not the truth. Christ’s presence in the heart is a vitalizing element,
strengthening the entire being.” Manuscript 45 {Ms 45, 1902, par. 4}
They needed to know by an experimental knowledge what the power of an indwelling Christ
can accomplish in the life
“There are whole families amongst us who need to experience the transforming power of God. They
have the form of godliness, but they have not the mark of Christlikeness upon them. They are not
being conformed to His image. I have heard men and women in congregations claiming to be led and
taught by God, when this was entirely untrue; and they were misrepresenting God by their words.
These souls needed to have their eyes anointed with the heavenly eyesalve; they needed to know by
an experimental knowledge what the power of an indwelling Christ can accomplish in the life.”
Manuscript 78 {Ms78-1912 (July 3, 1912) par. 6 }
The Saviour is continually drawing men to repentance; they need only to submit to be drawn,
and their hearts will be melted and subdued, fit temples for the indwelling of Christ
“But without the divine working, man can do nothing toward the perfection of his character. God
calls every man to repentance; yet man can not even repent unless the Holy Spirit works upon his
heart. A principle of divine origin must pervade his conduct, and bind him to God. But the Lord
wants no man to wait until he thinks he has repented, before he turns his steps toward Jesus. The
Saviour is continually drawing men to repentance; they need only to submit to be drawn, and
their hearts will be melted and subdued, fit temples for the indwelling of Christ.”
The Signs of the Times {ST November 5, 1896, par. 9}
In mercy God seeks to lead the unrighteous to repentance… He puts His laws in their minds
and writes them in their hearts. Their speech will be such as is prompted by an indwelling
Saviour
“In mercy God seeks to lead the unrighteous to repentance. The obedient will delight in the law of
the Lord. He puts His laws in their minds and writes them in their hearts. Their speech will be such
as is prompted by an indwelling Saviour. They have that faith that works by love and purifies the
soul from all the defilement of Satan’s suggestions. Their heart yearns after God. In their conversion
they love to dwell upon His mercy and goodness; for to them He is altogether lovely. They learn the
language of heaven, the country of their adoption.” Letter 281 {Lt281-1905 (October 10, 1905) par. 14}
3.4 Christ is the source of spiritual power implanted within us. An indwelling Saviour makes
His power our property
Receiving Christ, we are clothed with power. An indwelling Saviour makes His power our
property
“The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge.” Proverbs 1:7. One sentence of Scripture is of
more value than ten thousand of man's ideas or arguments. Those who refuse to follow God's way
will finally receive the sentence, “Depart from Me.” But when we submit to God's way, the Lord
Jesus guides our minds and fills our lips with assurance. We may be strong in the Lord and in the
power of His might. Receiving Christ, we are clothed with power. An indwelling Saviour makes
His power our property. The truth becomes our stock in trade. No unrighteousness is seen in the
life. We are able to speak words in season to those who know not the truth. Christ's presence in the
heart is a vitalizing power, strengthening the entire being.”
Christ is the source of spiritual power implanted within us, and His influence will flow forth in
words and actions… This is the result of an indwelling Saviour
“Christ’s gracious presence in His Word is every speaking to the soul, representing Him as a well of
living water to refresh the thirsting. It is our privilege to have a living, abiding Saviour. He is the
source of spiritual power implanted within us, and His influence will flow forth in words and
actions, refreshing all within the sphere of our influence, begetting in them desires and aspirations
for strength and purity, for a holiness and peace, and for that joy which brings no sorrow with it.
This is the result of an indwelling Saviour.”
Letter 40 {Lt 40, 1896, par. 8}; Special Testimonies for Ministers and Workers—No. 9 {SpTA09 78.2}
“Christ's gracious presence in his word ever speaks to the soul, representing him as the well of living
water to refresh the thirsting. It is our privilege to have a living, abiding Saviour. He is the source
of spiritual power in us, and his influence will flow forth in words and actions that will refresh all
within the sphere of our influence, begetting in them desires and aspirations for strength and purity,
for holiness and peace, for that joy which brings no sorrow with it. Such an experience will be the
result of having Christ as an indwelling Saviour.”
The Signs of the Times, {ST September 3, 1896, par. 8}
From the indwelling Saviour we shall receive each day a fresh supply of grace and power
“ To us has been given the high privilege of living as Christ lived. Our life is to be hid with Christ in
God. Then we shall have the richest blessings of heaven to impart to those in need. From the
indwelling Saviour we shall receive each day a fresh supply of grace and power. Reveal Christ in
your willing obedience, your meekness and lowliness of heart, your self-sacrificing devotion. Thus
you will let your light shine, and God will be glorified. Preach the gospel; for it brings salvation to
those who accept it. Live the gospel, in the highest, most sacred sense. Doing this, you are laborers
together with God, carrying out the plans of the wonderful Counselor.”
The Review and Herald {RH August 13, 1901, par. 18}; Letter 82, 1901 {Lt 82, 1901, par. 6}
An indwelling Saviour will strengthen us every hour
“The restraint which God's word imposes upon us is for our own interest. It increases the happiness
of our families and of all around us. It refines our taste, sanctifies our judgment, and brings peace of
mind, and, in the end, everlasting life. Under this holy restraint we shall increase in grace and
humility, and it will become easy to speak right. The natural, passionate temper will be held in
subjection. An indwelling Saviour will strengthen us every hour. Ministering angels will linger in
our dwellings and with joy carry heavenward the tidings of our advance in the divine life, and the
recording angel will make a cheerful, happy record.”
Testimonies for the Church, vol. 1, 1868 {1T 310.1} ; The Signs of the Times {ST April 17, 1884, par. 9}; The
Review and Herald {RH April 22, 1862, par. 13}
An indwelling Christ is the cause of ever-increasing power
“Spiritual joy is the result of a consciousness of Christ’s saving presence. An indwelling Christ is
the cause of ever-increasing power. He is the life-blood of the soul. If He abides with us, we may
say, “I live, yet not I, but Christ liveth in me.” [Galatians 2:20.]” Manuscript 60 {Ms 60, 1901, par. 3}
The more we reveal the power of an indwelling Saviour, the more of His power will be
manifested unto us
“The more we reveal the power of an indwelling Saviour, the more of His power will be
manifested unto us. ‘And the Word was made flesh and dwelt among us, (and we beheld his glory,
the glory of the only begotten of the Father) full of grace and truth.’ ‘And of his fulness have all we
received, and grace for grace.’ [John 1:14, 16.] ‘Mercy and truth are met together; righteousness and
peace have kissed each other.’ [Psalm 85:10.]” Manuscript 70 {Ms 70, 1897, par. 51}
“We are individually held responsible to God for our influence in the home, in the church, among all
with whom we associate. We are to receive our traits of character from an indwelling Saviour. He
says, “Abide in me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself, except it abide in the vine,
no more can ye, except ye abide in me.” [John 15:4.] The kind of fruit we bear, in words, in spirit, in
action, testifies whether we are abiding in Christ or in ourselves. If we abide in ourselves, the taint of
a disagreeable disposition will often manifest itself. Christ says, “I am the vine, ye are the
branches: he that abideth in me, and I in him, the same bringeth forth much fruit; for without me ye
can do nothing.” [Verse 5.]” Letter 6 {Lt 6, 1899, par. 17}
An indwelling Christ purifies the soul from selfishness and iniquity
“The light reflected from the cross of Calvary will humble every proud thought. Those who seek
God with all the heart, and accept the great salvation offered them, will open the door of the heart of
Jesus. They will cease to ascribe glory to themselves. They will not pride themselves on their
acquirements, or take credit to themselves for their capabilities, but will regard all their talents as
God's gifts, to be used to his glory. Every intellectual ability they will regard as precious only as it
can be used in the service of Christ. “If any man be in Christ,” the apostle says, “he is a new creature:
old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new.” Everything in life or character that is
unlike Christ is put away. An indwelling Christ purifies the soul from selfishness and iniquity. A
new life enters the dry, sapless branch, and it becomes fruit-bearing. Love, joy, peace, long-
suffering, gentleness, goodness, patience, faith, meekness, are revealed in the life.”
The Youth’s Instructor {YI December 6, 1900, par. 4}
Transformation of character is the testimony to the world of an indwelling Christ
“To the heart that has become purified, all is changed. Transformation of character is the
testimony to the world of an indwelling Christ. The Spirit of God produces a new life in the soul,
bringing the thoughts and desires into obedience to the will of Christ; and the inward man is renewed
in the image of God. Weak and erring men and women show to the world that the redeeming power
of grace can cause the faulty character to develop into symmetry and abundant fruitfulness.”
Prophets and Kings, 1917 {PK 233.2}
Those whose hearts are cheered by the presence of an indwelling Saviour, will have no
disposition to resort to places of worldly amusement
“Those whose hearts are cheered by the presence of an indwelling Saviour, will have no
disposition to resort to places of worldly amusement. A Christian family is one in which the love of
Christ is the spring of action, the precepts of God's word the rule of life. Those who can turn away
from the sacred influences of truth to engage in the frivolous and exciting pleasures of the world, are
regarded by our Saviour as showing contempt for himself. Jesus will not abide in any household, to
guide and bless them, unless they first relinquish the sinful customs, practices, and amusements of
the world. All who refuse to comply with these conditions are thereby bidding him depart from them.
And how dreadful are the words he utters, as in sorrow he turns away,—“Your house is left unto you
desolate.” Desolate indeed must be that home from which the presence of Christ is withdrawn!”
The Signs of the Times {ST February 23, 1882, par. 7}
All vain thoughts and jealousies must become extinct because we have an indwelling Saviour
“The Lord of heaven is looking upon the sheep and especially upon the lambs of His flock with
tender solicitude. He said to Peter, “Feed my lambs” [John 21:15], because this was a work that he
must do, and that he had failed to do patiently. The Lord would have the youth receive no education
from their teachers save that which would develop the good qualities and repress the evil. And when
the teacher, the missionary, loses sight of Christ, the Pattern, when selfishness finds a place in the
heart so that words are spoken, and actions performed, that are unbecoming to a child of God, there
is need of a genuine conversion of heart, a transformation of character. All prejudice, and selfishness
must die. All vain thoughts and jealousies must become extinct because we have an indwelling
Saviour. The Lord must not be made to serve with our sins.” Letter 4 {Lt 4, 1892, par. 22}
No one who has an indwelling Saviour will dishonor Him before others by producing strains
from a musical instrument which call the mind from God and heaven to light and trifling
things
“God is glorified by songs of praise from a pure heart filled with love and devotion to Him. When
consecrated believers assemble, their conversation will not be upon the imperfections of others or
savor of murmuring or complaint; charity, or love, the bond of perfectness, will encircle them. Love
to God and their fellow men flows out naturally in words of affection, sympathy, and esteem for their
brethren. The peace of God rules in their hearts; their words are not vain, empty, and frivolous, but to
the comfort and edification of one another… The gratitude which they feel, and the peace of God
ruling within, cause them to make melody in their hearts unto the Lord and by words to make
mention of the debt of love and thankfulness due the dear Saviour, who so loved them as to die that
they might have life. No one who has an indwelling Saviour will dishonor Him before others by
producing strains from a musical instrument which call the mind from God and heaven to light
and trifling things.” Testimonies for the Church, vol. 1, 1868 {1T 509.2}
No one is to lord it over God’s heritage… Those who have an indwelling Christ will not
manage in these lines
“The youth will make mistakes, but these can and must be corrected without harshness or any
manifestation of Satan. No one is to lord it over God’s heritage. It is not right to try to lead human
beings into right lines by manifesting the contemptible attributes of Satan. Those who have an
indwelling Christ will not manage in these lines. None of the workers should be neglected,
overburdened, or overlooked. If any discrimination is made, it should be in favor of the youth. The
chief interest should be to set them a correct example. Their future may be determined by their wise
or unwise management.” Letter 26 {Lt 26, 1899, par. 6} ; {1888 1681.1}
4. THE MIND OF CHRIST

Sealed in the mind
All the humiliation which He endured was for man might have the mind of Christ
The mind of Christ is to be the mind of every child of God
The meanings of the word "mind" in the Noah Webster 1828 Dictionary

True Christians have the mind of Christ
Let every man seek to have the mind of Christ
No one should rest content unless he has the mind of Christ
Every day you need the mind of Christ
The vital question is, Have we the mind of Christ?

All human thought is but a fractional part of what is comprehended in the mind of Christ
The mind of man is to blend with the mind of Christ
Let the mind of Christ become your mind
The mind of Christ becomes our mind, and His works our works
To have His grace abounding in the heart that you may see things through the mind of Christ
Not until we have the mind of Christ shall we be like Him, and see Him as He is
Oh, how my heart cries out to the living God for the mind of Jesus Christ!

The Holy Spirit gives the mind of Christ
Filled with the Spirit, having the mind of Christ
Christ puts the Holy Spirit upon them, and they have the mind of Christ
The Lord will imbue you with His Holy Spirit and give you heavenly wisdom that you will have the
mind of Christ
These souls shall drink in the Spirit of God, and have the mind of Christ
The Spirit of truth is in you. You have the mind of Christ
We all need the deep movings of the Spirit of God upon our hearts, that we may possess the mind of
Christ
But we have the mind of Christ, we have received the spirit which is of God
4. THE MIND OF CHRIST
1 Corinthians 2:16 “For who hath known the mind of the Lord, that he may instruct him? But we
have the mind of Christ.” (KJV)
Sealed in the mind
“The four angels are holding the four winds that a special work may be accomplished: the saints of
God are to be sealed in their foreheads. Brethren, how long before you will be ready for the seal of
God?” The Review and Herald, {RH June 7, 1887, par. 12}
"But ‘the forehead’ is evidently used as a figure, to denote the intellect or mind, as “the heart” is
used to denote the disposition or affections. To mark or seal in the forehead is the same as to “write
in the mind.” Hebrews 10:16.” The Spirit of Prophecy, vol. 4, 1884 {4SP 505.2}
All the humiliation which He endured was for man might have the mind of Christ
“By a word Christ could have mastered the powers of Satan; but He came into the world that He
might endure every test, every provocation, that it is possible for man to bear, and yet not be
provoked or impassioned, or retaliate in word, in spirit, or in action. For the honor and glory of God
He was to offer Himself a living, spotless sacrifice to the Father. This was symbolized by the red
heifer upon which was to be no mar. Christ was a spectacle to the world, to angels, and to men. The
worlds unfallen, the heavenly angels, and the fallen race, were watching every movement made by
the representative of the Father, and the representative of perfect humanity. And His character was
without a flaw. In His mouth was found no guile. All the humiliation which He endured was in
behalf of the fallen race, that man might have the mind of Christ.”
Manuscript 44 {Ms44-1897 (May 13, 1897) par. 19}
The mind of Christ is to be the mind of every child of God

“Unless the gospel minister brings himself in touch with souls, he is not following the example of
Christ. The mind of Christ is to be the mind of every child of God. How pitiful and courteous
Jesus was! How tenderly he entered into the feelings of others! He desires to awaken in every heart
an anxious longing to seek and save that which is lost.”
The Review and Herald {RH November 21, 1899, par. 5}
“Listen to His instruction in the lessons given to His disciples, and bring these lessons into our
practical life. The recollection of His character is not merely to be to us a welcome subject; but in
order to be benefited thereby we must feel that it is positively essential that we have the mind of
Christ.” Letter 78 {Lt78-1893 (January 22, 1893) par. 17}
The meanings of the word "mind" in the Noah Webster 1828 Dictionary (found in the EGW
library)
1. Intention; purpose; design…

2. Inclination; will; desire;..
3. Opinion; as, to express one’s mind. We are of one mind…
4. Memory; remembrance; as, to put one in mind; to call to mind;..
5. The intellectual or intelligent power in man; the understanding; the power that conceives, judges
or reasons…
6. The heart or seat of affection. Which were a grief of mind to Isaac and Rebekah. Genesis 26:35.
7. The will and affection; as readiness of mind. Acts 17:11.
8. The implanted principle of grace. Romans 7:23.
Noah Webster 1828 Dictionary {NWAD MIND.2-13}
Noah Webster 1828 Dictionary, vol.2, p. 130
https://archive.org/details/americandictiona02websrich/page/130/mode/1up?view=theater
True Christians have the mind of Christ
“True Christians have the mind of Christ. They labor in harmony with the great Worker,
gathering strength from the Source of all strength, the Fountain of all goodness and truth. Looking
unto Jesus, the author and finisher of their faith, receiving light from the Saviour, they reflect light to
others. The glory of the Lord is their rereward. Their path on earth may be traced by the character of
their work. They are not clouds without rain. They are cheerful and happy, because they are
following the light of life, whose going forth is prepared as the morning. They have gratitude
offerings to present to God. They see Him in all His works; they acknowledge Him in all His ways.”
Manuscript 27 {Ms27-1890 (November 10, 1890) par. 4}
“To be a Christian is not merely to take the name of Christ, but to have the mind of Christ, to
submit to the will of God in all things. Many who profess to be Christians have yet to learn this great
lesson. Many know little of what it is to deny self for Christ's sake. They do not study how they can
best glorify God and advance his cause. But it is self, self, how can it be gratified? Such religion is
worthless. In the day of God, those who possess it will be weighed in the balance and found
wanting.” The Review and Herald {RH September 4, 1883, par. 15}
“I saw that many would have to learn what it is to be a Christian. That it is not in name; but it is
having the mind of Christ, submitting to the will of God in all things. But especially the young,
who have never known what privations or hardships are, who have a set will, and do not bend that
will to the glory of God, have a great work to do. They go along very smoothly until their will is
crossed, and then they have no control over themselves. They have not the will of God
Testimonies for the Church, vol. 1, 1868 {1T 152.3}; Manuscript 1 {Ms1-1856 (December 9, 1856) par. 12}
Let every man seek to have the mind of Christ
“Let all consider that whatever their employment they are to represent Christ. With steadfast
purpose, let every man seek to have the mind of Christ. Especially should those who have
accepted the positions of counsellors or directors feel that they are required in every respect to be
Christian gentlemen.” Manuscript 14 {Ms14-1896 (April 28, 1896) par. 10}
“Seek to have the mind of Christ. God calls upon every member of the church to adorn the
doctrines of Christ our Saviour. A child of God, a daughter of God, you are called upon to exert an
influence for right that is positive. It is your privilege to obey the living Word of God as a truly
converted and transformed soul, to perform the highest service as a free, heaven-born spirit, to walk
worthy of your high profession, to give evidence that you are worthy of the sacred trust God has
given you by sending His only begotten Son to die for you.”
Letter 45 {Lt45-1899 (March 17, 1899) par. 5}
No one should rest content unless he has the mind of Christ
“Outward obedience to the Word of God is thought by many to constitute them Christians; but it can
never do this. The heart must be touched by the Spirit of God. No one should rest content unless he
has the mind of Christ. He says, “I am the way, the truth, and the life.” [John 14:6.] Those who
truly accept Him are covered with the robe of His righteousness. By eating His flesh, and drinking
His blood, they become partakers of His divine nature. The blood of Christ washes away their sins,
and they become true branches of the living vine.” Letter 135 {Lt135-1897 (February 8, 1897) par. 14}
Every day you need the mind of Christ
“Consider now the great love wherewith Christ hath loved you; look upon the great sacrifice that has
been made in your behalf in order that you might be saved, and then be determined that you will
respond to this wonderful love, and that you will not be conformed to this world, but that you will be
transformed—by the renewing of your mind. Every day you need the mind of Christ; you need
transforming grace. May the Lord help you and strengthen you and qualify you to be a representative
of Christ, having a character that is pure and holy. Bear in mind that if you lose heaven, you lose all;
you lose an eternity of bliss. You cannot afford to make any mistakes where eternal interests are
concerned. Be careful to seek for pure and undefiled religion, for without holiness “no man shall see
the Lord.” [Hebrews 12:14.]” Letter 56 {Lt56-1893 (December 11, 1893) par. 31}
“I spoke with deep earnestness upon the necessity of having the mind of Christ and doing His
will, and that our will must never be a controlling power. There were many plain words spoken, and
there were confessions made by several.” Manuscript 76 {Ms76-1893 (February 10, 1893) par. 38}
The vital question is, Have we the mind of Christ?
“A mere profession of faith does not make us Christians. The vital question is, Have we the mind
of Christ? Our heavenly Father gave Christ to our world as a sin-bearer in order that not one who
should believe in Him should perish, but have everlasting life. Having made so priceless a donation
to men, will He not with Christ freely give us all things? In the gift of His Son, all heaven was
opened up that its priceless treasures might enrich the men and women of faith.“ Manuscript 62 {Ms62-
1894 (August 18, 1894) par. 4}; The Review and Herald {RH January 8, 1895, par. 4} ; {Ms52-1896, par. 45}
“This is to be the work of every servant of Christ; and his professed followers would do well to ask
themselves, Have I the mind of Christ? Have I, with humble heart, sought to help and bless the
souls that are oppressed, those who are tempted and tried by poverty and affliction?”
Manuscript 40 {Ms40-1899 (March 26, 1899) par. 6}; The Review and Herald {RH April 10, 1900, par. 4}

1 Corinthians 6:17 ”But he that is joined unto the Lord is one spirit.” (KJV)
All human thought is but a fractional part of what is comprehended in the mind of Christ
“All human thought is but a fractional part of what is comprehended in the mind of Christ. He
caused the truth to stand out superior to the most learned lore of the rabbis. He made the truth appear
in its original excellence, for He is the Author of all truth. In His hands truth was simplified,
dignified, and ennobled.” Letter 14 {Lt14-1901 (January 22, 1901) par. 17}
The mind of man is to blend with the mind of Christ
“To love God with all the heart, to be a partaker with Christ in His humiliation and suffering, means
more than many understand. The atonement of Christ is the great central truth around which cluster
all the truths which pertain to the great work of redemption. The mind of man is to blend with the
mind of Christ. This union sanctifies the understanding, giving the thoughts clearness and force. He
who is thus united with Christ can do medical missionary work that is excellent in God’s sight.”
Letter 122 {Lt122-1901 (September 11, 1901) par. 14}
“Be careful, my brother and my sister, in regard to where your faith is tending. Jesus lives to make
intercession for you. Let your minds be one with the mind of Christ. Having His mind, you will
not soar to heights which will at last bring you down to the lowest depths. Dabble not in those things
which now appear to you so attractive, but which do not lead to Christ. Let your ambition ascend
higher, to pure, true fellowship with Him in whom you may safely glory. Then your religion will be
a power for good.” Letter 121 {Lt121-1901 (September 12, 1901) par. 8}
Let the mind of Christ become your mind
“Those who have the good things of this life, were they unselfish, were they Christlike, would feel it
a solemn duty to help these struggling ones in their time of perplexity, want and bereavement. The
Lord has placed in the hands of His agents here upon earth sufficient [means] to help the needy, so
that if each of His agents should work unselfishly, as Christ worked, none need suffer for the
necessities of life, nor would any be left to hunger for words of tender sympathy… Let the mind of
Christ become your mind, and the works of Christ become your works, and then you will keep the
fast that Isaiah describes…”
Manuscript 26 {Ms26-1891, par. 2}; The Medical Missionary {MMis June 1, 1891, par. 2}
“Precious are the privileges accorded him who abides in Christ. Said our Saviour, “If ye abide in me,
and my words abide in you, ye shall ask what ye will, and it shall be done unto you.” The mind of
Christ dwells in his faithful followers; their desires are in accordance with his will; their petitions
are indited by his Spirit. They obtain answers to their prayers; for they ask for such blessings as he
delights to bestow.” The Review and Herald {RH September 11, 1883, par. 14}
The mind of Christ becomes our mind, and His works our works
“When the mind of Christ becomes our mind, and His works our works, we shall be able to keep
the fast described by the prophet Isaiah: “Is not this the fast that I have chosen? to loose the bands of
wickedness, to undo the heavy burdens?” Find out what the poor and suffering are in need of, and
then, in love and tenderness, help them to courage and hope and confidence by sharing with them the
good things that God has given you. Thus you will be doing the very work that God means you to do.
“Let the oppressed go free.” Do not rest until you break every yoke. It is not possible for you to
neglect this and yet obey God.” Pacific Union Recorder, {PUR July 21, 1904, par. 1}
To have His grace abounding in the heart that you may see things through the mind of Christ
“Is it not wise to work as Christ worked, to have His grace abounding in the heart that you may see
things through the mind of Christ? May the Lord help us to abide in Christ that Christ may abide
in our hearts and that we may have the mind of Christ at all times, in all places, and then angels
can work with our efforts continually.” Letter 56 {Lt56-1889 (October 25, 1889) par. 23-24}
Not until we have the mind of Christ shall we be like Him, and see Him as He is
“If we gain heaven, we gain everything. Shall we not put away sin, and let Christ abide in our hearts
by faith? Not until we have the mind of Christ shall we be like him, and see him as he is. When
the warfare is ended, and we have gained the crown of immortality, the harp of God, the palm branch
of victory, and wear the white robe of Christ's righteousness, we shall say, Heaven is cheap enough.”
The Youth’s Instructor {YI January 11, 1900, par. 1}
Oh, how my heart cries out to the living God for the mind of Jesus Christ!
“Oh, how my heart cries out to the living God for the mind of Jesus Christ! I want to lose sight
of self. I want to work with all the powers I am capable of exercising to save souls for whom Christ
has made the infinite sacrifice of His own precious life. I must seek wisdom daily to know how to
deal with souls that are entrapped by Satan’s snares. There are many erring, well-beloved souls
whom we may win back to God if we are imbued with the spirit of Christ.”
Manuscript 36 {Ms36-1890, par. 30}; {1888 821.1}
The Holy Spirit gives the mind of Christ
“What does the Holy Spirit do for the receiver? It gives him the mind of Christ. Study the first
chapters of Hebrews and Colossians. It makes him a faithful worker for his Lord. The man who has
caught the Spirit of God does not pet his own ideas, and make strong his own natural tendencies. He
takes himself in hand, and brings “I” into subjection. He will not go forward in any false way, but
represses the evil inclination. He will not excuse his faults, but in faith and much prayer will cut
away the evil, whatever may be its character. When the Holy Spirit sees this determined effort, man
is not left to struggle alone for the mastery. Christ says, “I am with you to help you in every true
purpose. I will never leave you, I will never forsake you in the battle you have with the enemy.”
When man places himself on the Lord’s side, he finds an unfailing refuge in Christ. Christ invites
all, “Come unto me, all ye that labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke
upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart; and ye shall find rest unto your souls.
For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.” [Matthew 11:28-30.]”
Letter 107 {Lt107-1898 (November 6, 1898) par. 9-10}
Filled with the Spirit, having the mind of Christ
“All the followers of Christ are to be laborers together with God. Filled with the Spirit, having the
mind of Christ, in perfect sympathy with him, they are, in their sphere, to bend every energy to the
salvation of souls. Christ expects, yes, requires all who claim discipleship to make this work their
first consideration. Here all will show their real estimate of the claims of Christ, and their sympathy
with him who gave his life for the saving of the world.”
The Signs of the Times {ST March 7, 1892, par. 10}
“The church of Christ has been organized on earth for missionary purposes, and it is of the highest
importance that every individual member of the church should be a sincere laborer together with
God, filled with the Spirit, having the mind of Christ, perfected in sympathy with Christ, and
therefore bending every energy according to his intrusted ability to the saving of souls. Christ
requires that every one who would be called by his name should make his work the first and highest
consideration, and disinterestedly co-operate with heavenly intelligences in saving the perishing for
whom Christ has died.” The Review and Herald {RH October 30, 1894, par. 2}; {Ms153-1897, par. 1}
Christ puts the Holy Spirit upon them, and they have the mind of Christ
“Christ has the right and power to lay all human agencies and influences under tribute in His work
for humanity. He uses human instrumentalities, and He does not destroy the individuality of His
servants. He puts the Holy Spirit upon them, and shuts them in with Himself, and they have the
mind of Christ, and become co-workers with him. He presents before their minds figures and
illustrations with which they are familiar, to make plain the truth He wishes them to communicate,
and the Holy Spirit assists them in the use of these figures and illustrations.”
The Bible Echo {BEcho August 19, 1895, par. 3}
The Lord will imbue you with His Holy Spirit and give you heavenly wisdom that you will have
the mind of Christ
“It would be pleasant for me to have you to consult with as it would be pleasant, as you express it, to
see and talk with me. But there is One who is your Counselor and He never makes a mistake. I have
prayed night and day that the Lord will imbue you with His Holy Spirit and give you heavenly
wisdom that you will have the mind of Christ and move in His counsel. I never mean to be a
burden to my children but a helper, one who can point them ever to One mighty in counsel, who will
lead them in His way to do His will and then the marks of God will be seen in all they undertake. I
am not their leader. Jesus Christ occupies this position.”
Letter 66 {Lt66-1893 (August 18, 1893) par. 13}
These souls shall drink in the Spirit of God, and have the mind of Christ
“Christ is my Burden-bearer. When these souls shall drink in the Spirit of God, and have the
mind of Christ, they may have some idea of the character of my mission and the work God has
given me to do. When I am urged by the Spirit of the Lord to write for the Instructor, I will write. I
have given myself, all that I have and am, to the Lord. The means that come into my hands I am
using to advance His cause, which is dearer to me than my life. Through grace, all that I am and hope
to be shall be His; my whole body and soul and spirit are the Lord’s.”
Letter 63 {Lt63-1894 (July 19, 1894) par. 16}
The Spirit of truth is in you. You have the mind of Christ
“Our highest privilege is to honor Jesus Christ. We need now, in this year 1908, a continual spirit of
submission to the will and requirements of God. His word is plain. If we will seek for a personal
experience in submitting to its requirements, we may appropriate the promise, “The meek will He
guide in judgment; and the meek will He teach His way.” [Psalm 25:9.] As we study the Word
prayerfully, with an obedient heart, the Holy Spirit will be with us to make upon our minds the
correct application. This is a privilege that the world cannot receive or understand; for they have not
the “Spirit of truth, whom,” Christ declared, “the world cannot receive, because it seeth Him not,
neither knoweth Him.” But to His disciples He says, “‘Ye know Him, for He dwelleth with you,
and shall be in you.’ Ye ‘have the mind of Christ.’” [John 14:17; 1 Corinthians 2:16.]”
Manuscript 79 {Ms79-1908 (June 19, 1908) par. 3}
We all need the deep movings of the Spirit of God upon our hearts, that we may possess the
mind of Christ
“Jesus continues His prayer: “I have manifested Thy name unto the men which Thou gavest Me out
of the world: Thine they were, and Thou gave them Me; and they have kept Thy word.” [John 17:6.]
O what a blessed commendation! May the Lord of heaven open our understanding, that we shall
know what it means to be a practical Christian. We all need the deep movings of the Spirit of God
upon our hearts, that we may possess the mind of Christ, that we may reveal His sweetness and
His overcoming grace. Then we shall not grieve the One who has borne our griefs and carried our
sorrows.” Manuscript 158 {Ms158-1904 (September 10, 1904) par. 8-9}
But we have the mind of Christ, we have received the spirit which is of God
“Now the explanation of this wisdom that the world hath not seen, nor heard, nor known: “But God
hath revealed them unto us by his Spirit: for the Spirit searcheth all things, yea, the deep things of
God. For what man knoweth the things of a man, save the spirit of man which is in him? Even so the
things of God knoweth no man, but the Spirit of God. Now we have received not the spirit of the
world, but the spirit which is of God; that we might know the things which are freely given to us of
God. Which things also we speak, not in the words which man’s wisdom teacheth, but which the
Holy Ghost teacheth; comparing spiritual things with spiritual. But the natural man receiveth not the
things of the Spirit of God: for they are foolishness unto him; neither can he know them, because
they are spiritually discerned. But he that is spiritual judgeth all things, yet he himself is judged of no
man. For who hath known the mind of the Lord, that he may instruct him? But we have the mind
of Christ.” 1 Corinthians 2:10-16. The words contained in this chapter should be imprinted on every
soul of those who are [laborers] in the vineyard of the Lord.”
Manuscript 29 {Ms29-1893 (April 20, 1893) par. 7}; The Review and Herald {RH June 13, 1893, par. 10}
5. CHRIST FORMED WITHIN, THE HOPE OF GLORY
The first principle of the gospel - Christ formed within, the hope of glory
Today Christ is standing at the right hand of God. He will teach every earnest seeker the true science,
which is Christ within, the hope of glory
If Christ is formed within, the hope of glory, we shall ever keep in view the fact that He is soon
coming
Paul’s greatest desire for them was that Christ should be formed within, the hope of glory
“… the faith that was once delivered to the saints, Christ in you the hope of glory.”
To what church or people do you belong, if Christ is formed within the hope of glory? What is that
glory? Character.
Christ within is the glory of God, the hope big with immortality and life… “I [Jesus] in them, and
thou [Father] in me…” (John 17:23, KJV)

To enter heaven, a man must have Christ formed within, the hope of glory, and take heaven with
him. The Lord Jesus alone can fashion and change the character
Unless you have Christ formed within, the hope of glory, all the education that you may obtain in
Greek, in Latin, in the languages, or in anything else, will be of no value in securing eternal life
Christ is of no value to us unless He is formed within, the hope of glory. If we do not know him as
our personal Saviour, a theoretical knowledge will do us no good
No one is fitted to teach the grand mysteries of godliness till Christ is formed within, the hope of
glory
Unless Christ is formed within, the hope of glory, you cannot rightly represent Him to those with
whom you come in contact
We are human and fallible, every one of us, and unless Christ is formed within, the hope of glory, we
shall make wonderful blunders in estimating our fellow workers
You will not be able to stand in that day when everything is to be shaken that can be shaken, unless
Christ is formed within, the hope of glory
What we need is Christ formed within, the hope of glory. We want that you should have a deep and
earnest longing for the righteousness of Jesus Christ
We need, and we must have, His meekness. Christ is to be formed within, the hope of glory
There are few who represent Christ truly. He needs to be formed within, the hope of glory
We want Christ formed within, the hope of glory. He loves us with a love that is infinite
We want not to make extra efforts for a more tasteful development of Christianity. We want Christ
formed within, the hope of glory
We must be emptied of self, we must have Christ formed within the hope of glory, we must be ever
striving to be pure and holy and complete in Christ Jesus
The solemn position of those who are living in the closing scenes of this earth’s history… They will
not dare to rest until Christ is formed within, the hope of glory
Christians must be brought into family relationship with Christ. He must be formed within, the hope
of glory
The Spirit of Christ must regenerate and sanctify the soul… Christ must be formed within, the hope
of glory
The people must be made to realize that faith and love must be brought into the soul… Christ must
be formed within, the hope of glory
When we take the name of Christ, we pledge ourselves to represent Him. In order for us to be true to
our pledge, Christ must be formed within, the hope of glory
Every person enlightened by the truth must represent Christ. Christ is to be formed within, the hope
of glory
In the trials of these last days, Christ will be made unto His people wisdom and righteousness and
sanctification and redemption. Christ is to be formed in His people, the hope of glory
In all of us Christ may be formed, the hope of glory
Christ must be formed within, the hope of glory. Our daily life must become more like the Christ
life. We must be Christians in deed and in truth if we ever see the kingdom of heaven
We need now to work in spiritual lines, seeking to purify ourselves from every defect of character.
Christ must be formed within, the hope of glory.
Those who work for God… must look away from self to Jesus, giving careful attention to the
directions found in His Word. Christ must be formed within, the hope of glory
Our young men… must have Christ formed within the hope of glory
We must never rest until we are imbued with the Spirit of God. Christ must be formed within, “the
hope of glory.”
Have you the heavenly adornment? Is Christ in you formed within the hope of glory?
Those who carry responsibilities… Has Christ been formed within, the hope of glory? Is the Saviour
revealed in words and works?
Every evil practice must be hated and overcome. Christ is to be formed within, the hope of glory.
Then He will shine forth in the character
… they are to learn how to win others to the truth. This they will best accomplish by a life that
reveals the transforming power of truth. Christ is to be formed within, the hope of glory
Christ formed within, the hope of glory, can alone expand the mind

As our food is incorporated with our flesh and blood, so Christ is incorporated with those who have
genuine faith. His flesh and blood becomes their spiritual life. Christ is formed within, the hope of
glory. This is the mystery of godliness
The life blood of Christ circulates through the soul. As he lives on the bread of heaven, Christ is
Is not Christ in us the hope of glory? Is not the abiding presence of Christ in the soul life, as the
blood dwells and moves in the veins?... The blood is formed in the body from the food eaten. So
Christ is formed in us from eating His flesh and drinking His blood
As the blood is formed in the body by the food eaten so Christ is formed within us by the eating of
the Word of God, which is His flesh and blood. He who feeds upon that Word has Christ formed
within the hope of glory
In those who feed constantly upon the Word, Christ is formed, the hope of glory. A neglect to read
and study the Bible brings spiritual starvation
We are to live by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God… Truth will be the law of the
mind. Christ will be formed within, the hope of glory
As these truths flash upon the mind of the sinner, a moral revolution takes place… The day-star has
arisen in his heart. Christ is formed within, the hope of glory
Truth cleanses us from all impurity and prepares the soul for Christ’s presence. Christ is formed
within, the hope of glory
Those who have the truth in the heart have Christ formed within, the hope of glory. They will be
zealous for the truth they have professed
When the heart receives this truth as a precious treasure, Christ is formed within, the hope of glory,
while the whole heavenly universe exclaims, Amen and amen!

We need a power to come upon us now and stir us up to diligence and earnest faith. Then, baptized
with the Holy Spirit, we shall have Christ formed within, the hope of glory
As we obey this command, the power of the Holy Spirit will come upon mind and body… The
hereditary and cultivated tendencies to wrong will die, and Christ will be formed within…
The Comforter is given that He may take of the things of Christ … It is then that the soul receives the
image and superscription of the Divine. Then Christ is formed within, the hope of glory
When true faith is exercised, the Spirit of God will mold and fashion the soul that it may become a
pure and holy place, a dwelling place for God. When Christ is “formed within, the hope of glory,” a
new life is imparted.
By beholding Christ he is changed from glory to glory, from character to character, and becomes
more and more like his Master. Christ is formed within, and by His Spirit He fulfils the promise, “I
will never leave thee nor forsake thee.”
By beholding Christ, he is changed from glory to glory, from character to character, and becomes
more and more like Jesus. He is imbued with love for Christ and filled with a deep, unresting love
for perishing souls, and Christ is formed within, the hope of glory
By beholding Jesus, by contemplating His character, he is changed from glory to glory, from
character to character… The soul is imbued with the love of Christ, and becomes one with Him in
His deep unresting love for perishing souls; and Christ is being formed within, the hope of glory
Such a person loves to contemplate Jesus, and by beholding him, will become changed into his
likeness. Christ is formed within, the hope of glory
Those who do the words of Christ will perfect a Christian character, because Christ’s will is their
will. Thus is Christ formed within… They are beholding, as in a glass, the glory of God
In Jesus is manifested the character of the Father, and the sight of him attracts. It softens and
subdues, and ceases not to transform the character, until Christ is formed within, the hope of glory
And I will pray the Father, and he shall give you another Comforter, even the Spirit of truth, (which
is Christ formed within the hope of glory,) whom the world cannot receive…

We must be emptied of self, we must have Christ formed within the hope of glory, we must be ever
striving to be pure and holy and complete in Christ Jesus
What man needs today is the crucifixion of self and the revelation in his life of Christ, the hope of
glory. Then will be fulfilled the words, “Ye are the light of the world.”
When self is crucified and Christ is formed within, the hope of glory, we shall reveal, in thought,
word, and deed, the reality of our belief in the truth
Emptied of self we must be, else we cannot show that Christ is formed within, the hope of glory
Self has struggled so hard for existence. But let self die, and let Jesus Christ be formed within, the
hope of glory
If self will be hid with Christ in God, then all the pettishness of self will die, and Christ, with all the
excellencies of His character, will be formed within, “the hope of glory.”
May God help us to die to self, that Christ, the hope of glory, may be formed within! I must have the
Spirit of God in my heart.
They must never step aside from the path of self-denial and humility which every true Christian must
travel. As they thus co-operate with God, Christ is formed within, “the hope of glory.”
The soul that is imbued with the love of Christ is one with Him. Christ is formed within, the hope of
glory. But the co-operation of divine and human forces is necessary for the formation of right
principles in the character
The soul that is imbued with the Spirit of Christ becomes one with Christ in his deep, unresting love
for perishing souls. Christ is formed within, the hope of glory, and he works through the human
instrument
The words of Christ are spirit and life. We can not then center our thoughts upon self; it is no more
we that live, but Christ that liveth in us, and he is the hope of glory. Self is dead, but Christ is a living
Saviour
Let self be crucified, and let Christ live in you, the hope of glory

Jesus is the living center of everything. Put Christ into every sermon. Let the preciousness, mercy,
and glory of Jesus Christ be dwelt upon until Christ is formed within, the hope of glory
When they by faith laid hold of Christ, their hearts were contrite and broken. Christ was being
“Searching” means diligently—with an intense anxiety… praying to the Lord for light and
knowledge to impart an intensity of desire proportionate to the value of the object we wish to obtain,
which is Christ formed within, the hope of glory
You do not see, you do not realize, the necessity of seeking the Lord earnestly, and fervently, and
perseveringly, until you know that Christ is formed within you, the hope of glory
There is no rest of soul until the Day Star arise in the heart, and Christ is formed within the hope of
glory, and then how spontaneously the cry comes from the depths of the soul, “Abba, Father.”
God has qualified men… They are to accept Christ, submit their will to the will of God, and love
God and obey his commandments, that Christ may be formed within, the hope of glory
Through our perfect obedience, His life is developed in our life. We may be poor in temporal things,
but we are rich in spiritual things; for Christ in formed within, the hope of glory
The power of the grace of Christ is to work in the children of disobedience until Christ Himself is
Those who have been striving to quench their thirst at broken cisterns, which can hold no water, need
to be born again, that Christ may be formed within, the hope of glory
The present time is all-important time to us. Now is the time to know that Christ is formed within,
the hope and glory
Now is the time to know for yourselves that Jesus is formed in you, the hope of glory. Self must be
second in everything
We must not base our salvation upon supposition; we must know of a surety that Christ is formed
within, the hope of glory. We must know for ourselves that the Spirit of God is abiding in our hearts
and that we can hold communion with God
It is necessary to know that Christ is formed within, the hope of glory. Then you will know that you
have a Helper, even the Lord, and an influence for good will go forth from every teacher
Is Christ formed within you, the hope of glory? For some one else to know Christ, and confess Him
as His leader, will not avail for you. You must know Him for yourself
“Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus.” Each person is to stand before God with an
individual faith, an individual experience, knowing for himself that Christ is formed within…
Obey the truth; humble the proud heart. You must know for yourselves that Christ is formed within,
the Hope of glory
You want to know where you are, and to know that Christ is formed within, the hope of glory
It becomes every soul to be sure that Christ is formed within, the hope of glory
Many, I fear, will not have zeal and earnestness to seek God for themselves, and know for
themselves that Christ is formed in them the hope of glory
If they live righteously, they will have the evidence day by day that they have Christ formed within.
Christ will be formed within, “the hope of glory.” His light and his love will be there; His presence
will be felt
Those who allow Christ to anoint their eyes with His eyesalve will clearly discern spiritual truths…
They will have a divine knowledge of Christ formed within, the hope of glory
The wisdom of God is given unto the chosen and faithful to know the glory of the mystery of Christ
Christ looks for fruit, for principles of goodness and sympathy and love. These are the principles of
heaven, and when they are revealed in the lives of human beings, we may know that Christ is formed
They will know from experience that Christ is their personal Saviour… Christ is formed within… He
is made unto them wisdom, and righteousness, and sanctification, and redemption

I present before you Christ, who is to be to us an abiding Presence. “Christ in you, the hope of
glory,” will keep the soul fresh and sweet
Let every man have Christ abiding in him, “the hope of glory…”
In every soul, wherein Christ, the hope of glory, dwells, are re-echoed the words, “I delight to do
Thy will, O my God; yea, Thy law is within my heart.”
The words of Christ are spirit and life. We can not then center our thoughts upon self; it is no more
we that live, but Christ that liveth in us, and he is the hope of glory
The privileges, the blessings, of the child of God are represented by the apostle in the following
language… “Christ in you, the hope of glory”
Let us connect with Christ, and then we shall have a power that the world cannot give, or take
away… God would make known to his saints what is the glory of the mystery of Christ
You may commune with Christ, who will be within you a hope of glory. This is true religion
I would that we all could continually bear in mind what Christ is to us, and what we are to him. If we
could constantly realize this relation between Christ and our souls, we would rejoice in hope of the
glory of God, even in the midst of tribulation

Paul speaks of the ministry of the new covenant … “the mystery which hath been hid from ages…
Christ in you, the hope of glory; whom we preach, warning every man”
What is it that we are to do? We are to “make known what is the riches of the glory of this mystery
among the world, which is Christ in you the hope of glory, whom we preach…”
In order to accomplish the work which God requires of them, ministers need to be qualified for their
position
The minister should, by precept and example, teach them to grow in grace and in the knowledge of
the truth
Let no minister think that a mere sermonizer is a laborer… Paul writes concerning the gospel
minister…
The duty of the gospel minister is plainly revealed in the Word of God [Colossians 1:25-28.]
[Colossians 1:21-23, 26-28.] This work God calls on us to do
The ministers… must be awake to the value of the hidden treasures of truth, and never be satisfied
until Christ is formed within, the hope of glory
I know that those who bear the message of truth to them do not properly instruct them on all points
essential to the perfection of a symmetrical character in Christ Jesus
We must be imbued with the Spirit of Jesus Christ, or we cannot manifest to others that Christ is in
us the hope of glory. We must have an indwelling Saviour
God desires to make known to you what is the richness of his glory, that you may preach the mystery
of salvation to those around you,—Christ in you the hope of glory

When Christ is in us the hope of glory, we are constantly directed to think and act in reference to the
glory of God
Christ in them the hope of glory will be health to the body and strength to the soul
If Christ be in us the hope of glory, we shall discover such matchless charms in Him that the soul
will be enamored
They will also feel its sweet peace and radiance upon their souls, affecting the life and character; for
Christ is in the soul the hope of glory
If Jesus Christ is in you, the hope of glory, your spirituality will rebuke the pride and extravagance of
the world
If Christ is in you “the hope of glory,” you will have no disposition to watch others, to expose their
errors
Can we love to be with him in glory, and not follow him from the judgment-hall to Calvary? If Christ
be in us, the hope of glory, we shall walk even as he walked.
The change is itself the miracle of miracles. A change wrought by the Word, it is one of the deepest
mysteries of the Word. We can not understand it; we can only believe, that, as declared by the
Scriptures, it is “Christ in you, the hope of glory.”
Those who cease to follow worldly practices, and choose to stand in the world as Christ’s followers,
will understand the mystery of godliness—Christ within, “the hope of glory.”
If Christ, the hope of glory, is in you, the light of Heaven will shine from you into the moral darkness
of the world, and souls will be guided to the light of life
You have been drinking from the stream which makes glad the city of God. Then your joy will be
full; for Christ will be in you, the hope of glory
5. CHRIST FORMED WITHIN, THE HOPE OF GLORY
Colossians 1:26,27 "Even the mystery which hath been hid from ages and from generations, but
now is made manifest to his saints... which is Christ in you, the hope of glory." (KJV)
Galatians 4:19 ”My little children, of whom I travail in birth again until Christ be formed in
you…” (KJV)
“…the first principle of the gospel, which is Christ formed within, the hope of glory.”
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Today Christ is standing at the right hand of God. He will teach every earnest seeker the true
science, which is Christ within, the hope of glory
“God calls upon His people to unify, that the harmony among those who love Him and keep His law
may convince those in the world that He sent His Son to save sinners. Christ calls upon those who
love God and keep His commandments to unify on the truths that have called us out from the world
as God’s denominated people. God is love, and all who are truly practicing the truth will bear the
precious fruit of love. Today Christ is standing at the right hand of God. He will teach every
earnest seeker the true science, which is Christ within, the hope of glory.”
Letter 116 {Lt 116, 1905, par. 19}
If Christ is formed within, the hope of glory, we shall ever keep in view the fact that He is soon
coming
“With correct views of Jesus, we cannot allow our affections to be placed upon earth and earthly
things, but we shall center them upon heaven and heavenly things. The hours of probation that are
granted us here, are very precious hours; and we are to take heed unto ourselves, lest at any time our
hearts be overcharged with surfeiting and drunkenness, and cares of this life, and the day of God
come upon us unawares. If Christ is formed within, the hope of glory, we shall ever keep in view
the fact that he is soon coming; and when we consider the infinite sacrifice that has been made in
our behalf, we shall have respect unto the recompense of reward.”
The Signs of the Times {ST October 28, 1889, par. 4}
Paul’s greatest desire for them was that Christ should be formed within, the hope of glory
“Paul’s greatest joy was the knowledge that his converts were standing fast in the liberty of the
gospel. His greatest desire for them was that Christ should be formed within, the hope of glory.
“What is our hope, or joy, or crown of rejoicing?” he wrote to the Thessalonians. “Are not even ye in
the presence of our Lord Jesus Christ at His coming?” [1 Thessalonians 2:19.]”
“… the faith that was once delivered to the saints, Christ in you the hope of glory.”
“He who rests satisfied with his own present imperfect knowledge of the Scriptures, thinking this
sufficient for his salvation, is resting on a fatal deception. There are many who are not thoroughly
furnished with scriptural arguments, that they may be able to discern error and condemn all the
tradition and superstition that has been palmed off as truth. Satan has introduced his own ideas into
the worship of God, that He might corrupt the simplicity of the gospel of Christ. A large number
who claim to believe the present truth know not what constitutes the faith that was once delivered
to the saints, <Christ in you the hope of glory. They think they are defending the old landmarks,
but> they are lukewarm and indifferent. They know not what it is to <weave into their experience
and> possess the real virtue of love and faith.” Letter 4 {Lt 4, 1889, par. 37}; 1888 403.2
To what church or people do you belong, if Christ is formed within the hope of glory? What is
that glory? Character.
“To what church or people do you belong, if Christ is formed within the hope of glory? What is
that glory? Character. Not a hidden thing like the precious ointment that was sealed in the bottle
that was never broken. We know not the sorrows that many have; heart troubles, home troubles. It
takes more than four walls to constitute a happy family. Be careful to keep the treasure house. Do not
pore over trouble. Speak only words that will heal, soothe, and bless.” Manuscript 6 {Ms 6, 1893, par. 5}
Christ within is the glory of God, the hope big with immortality and life… “I [Jesus] in them,
and thou [Father] in me…” (John 17:23, KJV)
”Christ prays for the unity of his people, and says, “That they all may be one; as thou, Father, art in
me, and I in thee, that they also may be one in us; that the world may believe that thou has sent me.”
What a oneness is here represented! In this unity, divine credentials are presented to the world that
they may believe in Jesus. “And the glory which thou gavest me I have given them [that is the
character which Christ has, his righteousness]; that they may be one, even as we are one.” Christ
within is the glory of God, the hope big with immortality and eternal life. “That they may be
one, even as we are one; I in them, and thou in me, that they may be made perfect in one; and that
the world may know,…”—and now comes the greatest assertion that has ever been made in behalf of
his people,—“That thou hast sent me, and hast loved them, as thou hast loved me.” Can we take that
in? The God of heaven loves us as he loves his son. All the world is in rebellion against God; but
those who struggle, who strive, who agonize to enter in at the strait gate, are beloved of God with
peculiar tenderness…” The Review and Herald {RH September 3, 1895, par. 7}; The Bible Echo {BEcho
October 8, 1894, par. 9}; Manuscript 37 {Ms 37, 1894, par. 30}
To enter heaven, a man must have Christ formed within, the hope of glory, and take heaven
with him. The Lord Jesus alone can fashion and change the character
“Except ye be born again,” said Christ, “Ye cannot enter the kingdom of heaven.” [John 3:3, 5, 7.]
To enter heaven, a man must have Christ formed within, the hope of glory, and take heaven with
him. The Lord Jesus alone can fashion and change the character. For want of patience, kindness,
forbearance, unselfishness, and love, the revealings of the traits flash forth involuntarily when off
guard, and unchristian words, un-Christlikeness of character burst forth, sometimes to the ruin of a
soul. “Rejoiceth not in iniquity.” [1 Corinthians 13:6.] Mark it. The Apostle meant [that] where there
is a cultivation of genuine love for precious souls, it will be exhibited for those most in need of that
patience which suffereth long and is kind, and will not be ready to magnify a small indiscretion or
direct wrong into large, unpardonable offenses, and will not make capital of others’ misdoings. The
love for souls for whom Christ died to save will not do that which has been [done] through
misconceptions of that which was due to the erring—expose their errors and weakness before a
whole school.” Letter 50 {Lt 50, 1893, par. 10}; Fundamentals of Christian Education {FE 279.1}
Unless you have Christ formed within, the hope of glory, all the education that you may obtain
in Greek, in Latin, in the languages, or in anything else, will be of no value in securing eternal
life
“Christ is the greatest Teacher, the greatest Educator, that the world ever knew. If you come into
close relation with Him, the atmosphere surrounding your soul will exert an educative influence
wherever you are. Unless you have Christ formed within, the hope of glory, all the education that
you may obtain in Greek, in Latin, in the languages, or in anything else, will be of no value in
securing eternal life. You must bear in mind that Christ co-operates with you when you co-operate
with Christ. Constantly you are to be learning of the Great Teacher.”
Manuscript 84, {Ms 84, 1901, par. 2}; The Advocate {February 1, 1902, par. 1}
Christ is of no value to us unless He is formed within, the hope of glory. If we do not know him
as our personal Saviour, a theoretical knowledge will do us no good
“Christ says: “I am the living bread which came down from heaven; if any man eat of this bread, he
shall live forever; and the bread that I will give is my flesh, which I will give for the life of the
world.” Bread cannot benefit us unless we eat it, unless it becomes a part of our being. A knowledge
of Christ will avail nothing unless we become like him in character, bearing the same likeness, and
representing his spirit to the world. Christ is of no value to us unless he is formed within, the hope
of glory. If we do not know him as our personal Saviour, a theoretical knowledge will do us no
good. Water will not quench thirst unless we drink it. Bread will not satisfy hunger unless we eat it.
If we are feeding spiritually upon Christ, we are partakers of his nature, we are eating of his flesh and
drinking of his blood.” The Youth’s Instructor {YI March 12, 1896, par. 1}
“To eat the flesh and drink the blood of Christ is to receive Him as a personal Saviour, believing that
He forgives our sins, and that we are complete in Him. It is by beholding His love, by dwelling upon
it, by drinking it in, that we are to become partakers of His nature. What food is to the body, Christ
must be to the soul. Food cannot benefit us unless we eat it, unless it becomes a part of our being. So
Christ is of no value to us if we do not know Him as a personal Saviour. A theoretical knowledge
will do us no good. We must feed upon Him, receive Him into the heart, so that His life becomes our
life. His love, His grace, must be assimilated.”
The Desire of Ages, 1898 {DA 389.3}
No one is fitted to teach the grand mysteries of godliness till Christ is formed within, the hope
of glory
“Every teacher should be a daily learner in the school of Christ, lest he lose the sense of what
constitutes true physical, mental, and moral excellence. No one should place himself as a teacher of
others who is not constantly working out his own salvation by receiving and imparting an all-round
education. The true teacher will educate himself in moral excellence, that by precept and example he
may lead souls to understand the lessons of the Great Teacher. No one should be encouraged to do
the work of teaching who will be satisfied with a low standard. No one is fitted to teach the grand
mysteries of godliness till Christ is formed within, the hope of glory.”
The Review and Herald {RH October 8, 1908, par. 3}; {RH September 3, 1908, Art. B, par. 3}; Manuscript 69,
{Ms 69, 1908, par. 3}; Fundamentals of Christian Education {FE 525.3}
Unless Christ is formed within, the hope of glory, you cannot rightly represent Him to those
with whom you come in contact
“I feel like mourning that the image of Christ is not clearly discernible in those who profess to be his
followers; for I know that Jesus is disappointed, that the heavenly intelligences are disappointed, and
those who are seeking for the truth are disappointed. Unless Christ is formed within, the hope of
glory, you cannot rightly represent him to those with whom you come in contact.”
The Signs of the Times {ST June 6, 1892, par. 6}
We are human and fallible, every one of us, and unless Christ is formed within, the hope of
glory, we shall make wonderful blunders in estimating our fellow workers
“I want to impress this upon my brethren who shall assemble in camp meeting at Ballarat: Do not
lose this opportunity of committing your particular concern for yourself into the care of Jesus Christ.
Lose sight of all others except Christ. We want Christ in our humanity, and Christ wants to abide in
us. We are human and fallible, every one of us, and unless Christ is formed within, the hope of
glory, we shall make wonderful blunders in estimating our fellow workers according to our
pattern and measurement. God sees beneath the surface. He sees all the good, and He marks all the
evil. Leave to Him the work of passing judgment on your brethren.” Letter 6 {Lt 6, 1899, par. 14}
You will not be able to stand in that day when everything is to be shaken that can be shaken,
unless Christ is formed within, the hope of glory
“You are in no way safe in indulging in levity and carelessness, for He that is to come, will come,
and will not tarry. You all have need to drink deeper draughts from the fountain of living water.
Christ said, “Whosoever drinketh of the water that I shall give him shall never thirst, but the water
that I shall give him shall be in him a well of water springing up unto everlasting life.” [John 4:14.]
Those upon whom the Spirit of God is working to mold and to fashion them after the elevated
character of Christ do not cultivate commonness, cheapness of speech, trifling, jesting and joking.
They pattern after Christ, who stands before us all a perfect and correct model. Imitate Christ. Be
weighted with the truth of God. Be solemn and serious, for the day of God is right upon us. You will
not be able to stand in that day when everything is to be shaken that can be shaken, unless Christ
is formed within, the hope of glory. Do you bear the name of Christ? Then do not misrepresent
Christ.” Letter 90 {Lt 90, 1895, par. 6}
What we need is Christ formed within, the hope of glory. We want that you should have a deep
and earnest longing for the righteousness of Jesus Christ
“Now some will tell you, and they will begin to reckon, and reckon, and reckon, when the latter rain
is coming. I would rather that you would reckon right now whether you have brought eternity into
your reckoning concerning your individual self. Consider whether you have brought eternity daily to
view. If you are right with God today, you are ready if Christ should come today. What we need is
Christ formed within, the hope of glory. We want that you should have a deep and earnest
longing for the righteousness of Jesus Christ. Your old, tattered garments of self-righteousness
will not give you an entrance into the kingdom of God, but that garment that is woven in the loom of
heaven—the righteousness of Jesus Christ—[will.] It will give you an inheritance among the
sanctified. That is what we want. It is worth more than all the worldly gain; it is worth more than all
your farms; it is worth more than all the honor that finite beings can bestow upon you.”
We need, and we must have, His meekness. Christ is to be formed within, the hope of glory
“Let teachers and students watch their opportunities whenever possible to confess Christ in their
conversation, speaking of their experiences in following Christ, praying with their brethren for the
Holy Spirit. Confessing Christ openly and bravely, exhibiting in the choice of words the simplicity of
true godliness, will be more effective than many sermons. There are but few who give a true
representation of the meekness of Christ. O we need, and we must have, His meekness. Christ is
to be formed within, the hope of glory.”
There are few who represent Christ truly. He needs to be formed within, the hope of glory
“Let teachers and students watch for opportunities to confess Christ in their conversation. Such
witness will be more effective than many sermons. There are few who represent Christ truly. He
needs to be formed within, the hope of glory; then He will be acknowledged as the giver of every
good and perfect gift, the author of all our blessings, the one in whom is centered our hope of
eternal life.” Counsels to Parents, Teachers, and Students, 1913 {CT 554.2, 1913}
We want Christ formed within, the hope of glory. He loves us with a love that is infinite
“Now I have read these things from the Word of God [2 Peter 1:12-21]. How do we regard these
promises? Are our hearts softened? I pray the Lord that you may have grace and strength to be free
from all the difficulties and disturbances that are caused by finding fault, or charging faults upon
others. Shall we not put all such things away? We want Christ formed within, the hope of glory.
He loves us with a love that is infinite.” Manuscript 41 {Ms 41, 1908, par. 28}
We want not to make extra efforts for a more tasteful development of Christianity. We want
Christ formed within, the hope of glory
“All is to be surrendered to Christ. There must be no reservation. God expects more of us than we
give Him. It is an insult to Jehovah to claim to be Christians and yet speak and act as worldings. We
cannot yield the smallest place to worldly policy. We need to be sanctified every hour through the
belief of the truth. It is not safe for one day to neglect putting on the Lord Jesus Christ. We can make
no compromise. We want not to make extra efforts for a more tasteful development of
Christianity. We want Christ formed within, the hope of glory.”
Letter 164 {Lt 164, 1899, par. 8}; The Gospel Herald {GH December 1, 1899, par. 2}
We must be emptied of self, we must have Christ formed within the hope of glory, we must be
ever striving to be pure and holy and complete in Christ Jesus
“We must as Christ’s representatives be moved upon by hallowed influences that we may present a
holy example and Christian devotedness in the work. We must be emptied of self, we must have
Christ formed within the hope of glory, we must be ever striving to be pure and holy and complete
in Christ Jesus.” Letter 32 {Lt 32, 1890, par. 10}
The solemn position of those who are living in the closing scenes of this earth’s history… They
will not dare to rest until Christ is formed within, the hope of glory
“Any one who has been a close student of the Bible will see and understand the solemn position of
those who are living in the closing scenes of this earth’s history. They will feel their own
inefficiency and weakness, and will make it their first business to have not merely a form of
godliness, but a vital connection with God. They will not dare to rest until Christ is formed
within, the hope of glory. Self will die; pride will be expelled from the soul, and they will have the
meekness and gentleness of Christ.”
Manuscript 28 {Ms 28, 1890, par. 8}; Life Sketches of Ellen G. White, 1915 {LS 431.1}; Selected Messages
Book 2 {2SM 389.2}
Christians must be brought into family relationship with Christ. He must be formed within,
the hope of glory
“If we would love God supremely and our neighbor as ourselves, we must come to Christ, to be
imbued with His love. Let every member of the church try to realize what he is and what he may be
if he yields to Christ’s control. Under the Saviour’s guidance, he will exert upon others a saving,
restoring influence. Christians must be brought into family relationship with Christ. He must be
formed within, the hope of glory.” Manuscript 70 {Ms 70, 1901, par. 13}
The Spirit of Christ must regenerate and sanctify the soul… Christ must be formed within, the
hope of glory
“The Spirit of Christ must regenerate and sanctify the soul; and pure affection for Christ must be
kept alive by humble, daily trust in God. Christ must be formed within, the hope of glory. Let
Jesus be revealed to those with whom you associate.”
Letter 26 {Lt 26, 1891, par. 16}; Selected Messages Book 3 {3SM 233.1}
The people must be made to realize that faith and love must be brought into the soul… Christ
must be formed within, the hope of glory
“The important truths of practical godliness must be presented. The people must be made to realize
that faith and love must be brought into the soul; for it is the exercise of these graces that will give
the proper training to the soul. Christ must be formed within, the hope of glory. These things must
be taught, line upon line, and precept upon precept, here a little and there a little. The holiness and
consecration which Christ requires of his followers, must ever be kept before the mind.”
The Review and Herald {RH July 7, 1891, par. 1}; {PH089 17.3}
When we take the name of Christ, we pledge ourselves to represent Him. In order for us to be
true to our pledge, Christ must be formed within, the hope of glory
“God calls for our co-operation. His requirements are just and reasonable. Shall we not strive to be
Christians in life as well as in profession? Shall we not ennoble our lives with the dignity of a
steadfast purpose? When we take the name of Christ, we pledge ourselves to represent him. In
order for us to be true to our pledge, Christ must be formed within, the hope of glory. The daily
life must become more and more like the Christ-life. We must be Christians in deed and in truth.
Christ will have nothing to do with pretense. He will welcome to the heavenly courts those only
whose Christianity is genuine. The lives of professed Christians who do not live the life of Christ are
a mockery to religion.” The Review and Herald {RH January 14, 1904, par. 10}
Every person enlightened by the truth must represent Christ. Christ is to be formed within, the
hope of glory
“There is no such thing as neutrality in the service of God. He can not be satisfied with anything
short of entire consecration,—consecration of thought, voice, spirit, every organ of mind and body. It
is not enough that the vessel be emptied; it must be filled with the grace of Christ. Every person
enlightened by the truth must represent Christ. Christ is to be formed within, the hope of glory.
Man can not accept the righteousness of Christ, to be a living, abiding principle in the soul,
without a transformation of the entire character. He must eat the flesh and drink the blood of the Son
of God, which is eternal life to all who receive it. Those who are convinced that Jesus is the Christ
must understand that they are to use all their powers in co-operating with their Redeemer. They are
to wear his yoke, and work in his lines.”
The Review and Herald {RH December 12, 1899, par. 3}; Manuscript 78 {Ms 78, 1899, par. 6}
In the trials of these last days, Christ will be made unto His people wisdom and righteousness
and sanctification and redemption. Christ is to be formed in His people, the hope of glory
“God calls upon His people to prepare themselves for scenes of severe conflict. Take up your duties
in a meek and lowly spirit. Ever face your enemies in the strength of Jesus. Discharge with
faithfulness every duty. Realize that you must now obtain, by daily conversion and humility, an
unquestioning trust in the One who has all power and who will not leave you to be destroyed. You
may know Christ by personal experience. The working of the Holy Spirit upon mind and heart and
character brings the sanctification of the Spirit. In the trials of these last days, Christ will be made
unto His people wisdom and righteousness and sanctification and redemption. Christ is to be
formed in His people, the hope of glory. They are to develop an experience that will be a
convincing power in the world.” Manuscript 53 {Ms 53, 1905, par. 29}
In all of us Christ may be formed, the hope of glory
“You need the influence of the Holy Spirit. You need to realize that every moment you are
dependent on the power of Christ. Read carefully the third chapter of James. God’s Word is plain,
His requirements clear and forcible. None need to mistake the way. In all of us Christ may be
formed, the hope of glory.” Letter 22a {Lt 22a, 1902, par. 25}
Christ must be formed within, the hope of glory. Our daily life must become more like the
Christ life. We must be Christians in deed and in truth if we ever see the kingdom of heaven
“God calls for our co-operation. His requirements are just and reasonable. Shall we not strive to be
Christians in life as well as in profession? Shall we not ennoble our lives by the dignity of a steadfast
purpose? When we take the name of Christ, we pledge ourselves to be true representatives of Him.
We are not to bring into the Christian life our natural and cultivated tendencies to wrong. Christ
must be formed within, the hope of glory. Our daily life must become more like the Christ life.
We must be Christians in deed and in truth if we ever see the kingdom of heaven. Christ will have
nothing to do with pretense. He will welcome to the heavenly courts only those whose Christianity is
genuine. The lives of those professing Christians who do not live the life of Christ are a mockery to
religion.” Manuscript 168, 1902 {Ms 168, 1902, par. 36}
We need now to work in spiritual lines, seeking to purify ourselves from every defect of
character. Christ must be formed within, the hope of glory. He must be received by every
individual who would have an individual experience
“We need now to work in spiritual lines, seeking to purify ourselves from every defect of character.
Christ must be formed within, the hope of glory. He must be received by every individual who
would have an individual experience. We are to be rooted and grounded and established in the faith
by the teachings of the Word. The truth has power to sanctify the receiver, and this work of
sanctification will be accomplished for us as we have an individual knowledge of Christ, and learn to
link up with him, and to walk by faith and prayer.”
Those who work for God… must look away from self to Jesus, giving careful attention to the
directions found in His Word. Christ must be formed within, the hope of glory
“Those who work for God will find some people inapproachable. They appear to be offended that
you should invade the privacy of their faith and devotion, and do not look graciously upon those who
are workers together with God. These workers must look away from self to Jesus, giving careful
attention to the directions found in His Word. Christ must be formed within, the hope of glory.
The soul must be divested of all self-complacency. Look away from self to Jesus. Make a most
earnest effort to imitate your Pattern, Christ Jesus. The human agents who are working together with
God will have the spirit of prayer. They will strive to have transcribed on their hearts and expressed
in their lives the holiness and righteousness of the Son of God. No stiff Pharisaism will be seen, but
forbearance, mercy, love, humility, and peace will appear in their lives.“
Letter 5 {Lt 5, 1896, par. 16}; {1888 1634.2}
Our young men… must have Christ formed within the hope of glory
“God makes provision for His cause to move harmoniously. Our young men must be educated to
do their work and bear responsibilities according to their entrusted capabilities, and they must have
Christ formed within the hope of glory.” Letter 4 {Lt 4, 1899, par. 75}
We must never rest until we are imbued with the Spirit of God. Christ must be formed within,
“the hope of glory.”
“May the Lord pour upon us the spirit of true labor, to seek and to save that which is lost. Let us seek
power from God. Let us work with determined effort. We are to work in Christ’s lines. In the
recovering of lost, perishing souls, it is not man that effects the work of saving souls, it is God who
labors with him. God works and man works. “Ye are laborers together with God.” [1 Corinthians
3:9.] We must work in different ways and devise different methods, and let God work in us to the
revealing of truth and Himself as the sin pardoning Saviour. Again I urge [that] the sanctified
qualification of every soul be brought into working order. Let your light shine, let truth triumph. We
must awake. We must pray. We must never rest until we are imbued with the Spirit of God.
Christ must be formed within, “the hope of glory.” [Colossians 1:27.] It is time to awake out of
sleep and have our lamps trimmed and burning. May God give us wisdom to work intelligently.”
Letter 20 {Lt 20, 1893, par. 13}
Have you the heavenly adornment? Is Christ in you formed within the hope of glory?
“And you that have devoted hours to the preparation of garments, and to the decoration of things in
your home, how is it with your soul, I ask you? Have you the heavenly adornment? Is Christ in
you formed within the hope of glory? Why, brethren, don’t you understand that we must have a
clear-cut testimony now? We cannot take up with anything superficial; we cannot listen to the words,
O, be cautious, be cautious; don’t be in a hurry, you are altogether too much in earnest; why, now,
don’t you know there are errors, and there are falsehoods coming in? We know it, brethren; that is
why we want the light, every jot of it, flashed upon our people, that they may stand amid the perils of
the last days. We have no time to serve selfish interests. I tell you the Lord is coming; and you must
lift up your voice like a trumpet; cry aloud; spare not; proclaim to the house of Israel and to the
house of Jacob their sins. They do not like it; they are uneasy under it; and they itching where they
shall not have the words of condemnation spoken to them. Oh my soul, we need it! We need it! We
need the soul temple to be cleansed. I want to get ready.” Manuscript 7 {Ms 7, 1890, par. 10}
Those who carry responsibilities… Has Christ been formed within, the hope of glory? Is the
Saviour revealed in words and works?
“Those who carry responsibilities, are they softened and subdued by the Spirit of God? Is there a
growing increase in faith and purity? Is advancement made in personal holiness and sanctification
through the Spirit? Is the truth purifying the soul-temple of the buyers and the sellers, casting down
the idols? Has Christ been formed within, the hope of glory? Is the Saviour revealed in words
and works? Are these men converted, soul, body, and spirit? Are they living by every word that
proceeds out of the mouth of God? Are the truths to which they assent strengthening into settled
convictions and assurance? Do their actions correspond with their professed faith in these great and
mighty truths? If they are sanctified, the love of Christ will pervade the soul and be revealed in the
character.” Letter 108 {Lt 108, 1899, par. 18}
Every evil practice must be hated and overcome. Christ is to be formed within, the hope of
glory. Then He will shine forth in the character
“I feel deeply for the students of the school. My heart is drawn out for the youth. I see so large a
work which they can do if they consecrate their life to Jesus. The Lord will give the youth power of
influence as they lift their voice in the invitation, “Come, for all things are ready.” [Luke 14:17.]
Every evil practice must be hated and overcome. Christ is to be formed within, the hope of
glory. Then He will shine forth in the character.” Letter 66 {Lt 66, 1894, par. 4}
Their own conversion is not the end of this education; they are to learn how to win others to
the truth. This they will best accomplish by a life that reveals the transforming power of truth.
Christ is to be formed within, the hope of glory
“The Lord has a very special work to do for all who shall become citizens of His kingdom. Here are
many young people associating together day after day in labor and in study, and in all things their
conduct should reveal that they are controlled by the Spirit of God. They are to receive an education
that will result in full consecration to God. And their own conversion is not the end of this
education; they are to learn how to win others to the truth. This they will best accomplish by a
life that reveals the transforming power of truth. Christ is to be formed within, the hope of
glory.” Manuscript 15 {Ms 15, 1912, par. 11}; Appeals for Unity {PH014 12.1}
Christ formed within, the hope of glory, can alone expand the mind
“Christ formed within, the hope of glory, can alone expand the mind. The apostle Paul felt
oppressed under a sense of the immensity of the great gift of God through Christ, and he could only
bow his knees, and find refuge in prayer, beseeching the God of our Father and our Lord Jesus Christ
to make us able to comprehend with all saints what is the breadth, and length, and depth, and height,
and to know the love of God which passeth knowledge that we might be filled with all the fulness of
God.” Letter 11 {Lt 11, 1892, par. 22}

John 6:56, 63 ”He that eateth my flesh, and drinketh my blood, dwelleth in me, and I in him… It is
the spirit that quickeneth; the flesh profiteth nothing: the words that I speak unto you, they are
spirit, and they are life.” (KJV)
As our food is incorporated with our flesh and blood, so Christ is incorporated with those who
have genuine faith. His flesh and blood becomes their spiritual life. Christ is formed with[in],
the hope of glory. This is the mystery of godliness
“The words of Christ are to be studied and received as words from which there can be no departure.
“I am the bread of life,” He declares. “He that believeth on me hath everlasting life.” [John 6:35, 47.]
Christ assures us that He Himself is the everlasting sustenance of the life of the believer. In Him is
the very element which can impart life-giving virtue. His death and resurrection from the dead gives
life and value to all who receive and believe in him as their personal Saviour. “Whoso eateth my
flesh, and drinketh my blood, dwelleth in me, and I in him.” “He that eateth me, even he shall live by
me.” [Verses 56, 57.] As our food is incorporated with our flesh and blood, so Christ is
incorporated with those who have genuine faith. His flesh and blood becomes their spiritual life.
Christ is formed with[in], the hope of glory. This is the mystery of godliness.”
The life blood of Christ circulates through the soul. As he lives on the bread of heaven, Christ
is formed within, the hope of glory
“Earnest, diligent exercise in spiritual things gives spiritual strength to sinew and muscle, enabling a
man to endure the seeing of Him who is invisible. The presence of Christ becomes more and more a
certainty, and gives to the words an intensity of thought. The life blood of Christ circulates through
the soul. As he lives on the bread of heaven, Christ is formed within, the hope of glory. The
spiritual strength and knowledge he acquires enables him to bear a powerful testimony to the
efficiency of the grace of Christ.” Manuscript 36 {Ms 36, 1901, par. 7}
Is not Christ in us the hope of glory? Is not the abiding presence of Christ in the soul life, as the
blood dwells and moves in the veins?... The blood is formed in the body from the food eaten. So
Christ is formed in us from eating His flesh and drinking His blood
“Christ is our life, just as in the body the life is in the blood. Christ abiding in the soul is the life
blood of the soul. He is made unto us wisdom and righteousness and sanctification, as well as our
redemption. There is no part of the spiritual being but [that] Christ is the living supply. Galatians
5:22. “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith,
meekness, temperance: against such there is no law.” [Verses 22, 23.] “If we live in the Spirit, let us
also walk in the Spirit.” [Verse 25.] Ephesians 5:9. “For the fruit of the Spirit is in all goodness and
righteousness and truth. Proving what is acceptable unto the Lord.” [Verses 9, 10.] Christ is to us all
and in all. Is not Christ in us the hope of glory? Is not the abiding presence of Christ in the soul
life, as the blood dwells and moves in the veins? <Christ is> the source and pledge of our joy and
glory and hope? “As thou, Father, art in me and I in thee.” <He prays,> “That they also may be one
in us: ... I in them and thou in me, ... that the love wherewith thou hast loved me may be in them, and
I in them.” [John 17:21, 23, 26.] The blood is formed in the body from the food eaten. So Christ is
formed in us from eating His flesh and drinking His blood.” Letter 4 {Lt 4, 1902, par. 5}
As the blood is formed in the body by the food eaten so Christ is formed within us by the eating
of the Word of God, which is His flesh and blood. He who feeds upon that Word has Christ
formed within the hope of glory
“These words give us a better understanding of the wonderful prayer of Christ. As the blood is
formed in the body by the food eaten so Christ is formed within us by the eating of the Word of
God, which is His flesh and blood. He who feeds upon that Word has Christ formed within the
hope of glory. The written Word introduces to the searcher the flesh and blood of the Son of God and
through obedience to that word he becomes a partaker of the divine nature. And as the necessity for
temporal food cannot be supplied by once partaking of food, but must be eaten daily, so God’s Word
must be daily eaten. The entrance of that Word giveth light; it giveth understanding to the simple.
That Word must be our meat and our drink. We must feast upon its precious instruction that we may
be renewed in the spirit of our mind and grow up in Christ the living Head.”
Manuscript 66 {Ms 66, 1897, par. 19}; The Review and Herald {RH November 23, 1897, par. 11}
In those who feed constantly upon the Word, Christ is formed, the hope of glory. A neglect to
read and study the Bible brings spiritual starvation
“Are we fruit-bearing branches of the true vine? Read and study the fifteenth chapter of John. Bring
the life of Christ into your spiritual circulation. The food we eat at one meal does not satisfy us
forever. We must daily partake of food. So we must daily eat the Word of God, that the life of the
soul may be renewed. In those who feed constantly upon the Word, Christ is formed, the hope of
glory. A neglect to read and study the Bible brings spiritual starvation.”
We are to live by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God… Truth will be the law
of the mind. Christ will be formed within, the hope of glory
“An abiding faith, a constant obedience is essential to a continuance in His love. Our souls need not
be surrounded by a fitful, changeable atmosphere. We are to live by every word that proceedeth out
of the mouth of God. Then the truth as it is in Jesus, the truth that is exemplified in His character,
will be expressed in our lives, in our spirit, our words, our temper. Truth will be the law of the
mind. Christ will be formed within, the hope of glory.” Manuscript 84 {Ms 84, 1905, par. 4}
As these truths flash upon the mind of the sinner, a moral revolution takes place… The day-
star has arisen in his heart. Christ is formed within, the hope of glory
“As these truths flash upon the mind of the sinner, a moral revolution takes place. He realizes
that the testimony of the word and the Spirit agree; and doubt is swept away. He can rejoice in Christ
as his living Saviour, his substitute, his surety, his strength and righteousness. The day-star has
arisen in his heart. Christ is formed within, the hope of glory; and with John, the language of the
soul is, “Behold, what manner of love the Father hath bestowed upon us, that we should be called the
sons of God.” He has a foundation for his faith. It is Christ, the Rock of Ages. He dares to love him,
for the light reflected from the cross of Calvary reveals his Saviour to his soul, as “the chiefest
among ten thousand,” and the one “altogether lovely.” The Signs of the Times {ST July 6, 1888, par. 12}
Truth cleanses us from all impurity and prepares the soul for Christ’s presence. Christ is
“All truth is to be received as the life of Jesus. Truth cleanses us from all impurity and prepares the
soul for Christ’s presence. Christ is formed within, the hope of glory.”
Manuscript 103 {Ms 103, 1902, par. 5}; {7BC 957.10}
Those who have the truth in the heart have Christ formed within, the hope of glory. They will
be zealous for the truth they have professed
“The conversion of sinners and their sanctification through the truth which they have received is the
very best proof a minister can have of his genuine calling to the ministry. If these evidences attend
his labors, he will need no better recommendation. The usefulness of a minister of Christ is declared
by the fruit following his labors. The evidence of his apostleship is written upon the heart of the
converted one, testifying openly through their reformed lives. Those who have the truth in the
heart have Christ formed within, the hope of glory. They will be zealous for the truth they have
professed. They will remember that their temper and conduct must correspond to the truth. As the
truth unfolds more and more, the providence of God designs that His people should keep pace with
it.” Manuscript 58 {Ms 58, 1900, par. 4}
When the heart receives this truth as a precious treasure, Christ is formed within, the hope of
glory, while the whole heavenly universe exclaims, Amen and amen!
“Amid the confusion of delusive doctrines, the Spirit of God will be a guide and a shield to those
who have not resisted the evidences of truth. He silences every other voice than that which comes
from him who is the truth and the life. God gives to every soul opportunity to hear the voice of the
True Shepherd, to receive the knowledge of God and our Saviour. When the heart receives this
truth as a precious treasure, Christ is formed within, the hope of glory, while the whole heavenly
universe exclaims, Amen and amen! We have absolute need of the regenerating power of the
Holy Spirit. We have no time to confer with flesh and blood.”
The Home Missionary {HM November 1, 1893, par. 19}; Letter 25b {Lt 25b, 1892, par. 39} ; {1888 1016.2}

2 Corinthians 3:18 ”But we all, with open face beholding as in a glass the glory of the Lord, are
changed into the same image from glory to glory, even as by the Spirit of the Lord.” (KJV)
We need a power to come upon us now and stir us up to diligence and earnest faith. Then,
baptized with the Holy Spirit, we shall have Christ formed within, the hope of glory
“We need a power to come upon us now and stir us up to diligence and earnest faith. Then,
baptized with the Holy Spirit, we shall have Christ formed within, the hope of glory. Then we
will exhibit Christ as the divine object of our faith and our love. We will talk of Christ, we will pray
to Christ and about Christ. We will praise His holy name. We will present the people His miracles,
His self-denial, His self-sacrifice, His sufferings, and His crucifixion, His resurrection and
triumphant ascension. These are the inspiring themes of the gospel, to awaken love and intense
fervor in every heart. Here are the treasures of wisdom and knowledge, a fountain inexhaustible. The
more you seek of this experience, the greater will be the value of your life.”
Manuscript 27 {Ms 27, 1889, par. 17}; {3SM 186.3}; {1888 432.3}
As we obey this command, the power of the Holy Spirit will come upon mind and body… The
hereditary and cultivated tendencies to wrong will die, and Christ will be formed within, the
hope of glory
“Life is too short, the hours of probation too precious, for us to make a mistake in our religious life.
Earnest men and women, filled with courage and devotion, are needed in the Master's service. The
call comes to us, “Be not conformed to this world; but be ye transformed by the renewing of your
mind.” As we obey this command, the power of the Holy Spirit will come upon mind and body,
bringing us into conformity to the will of Christ, and renewing us in His likeness. The hereditary
and cultivated tendencies to wrong will die, and Christ will be formed within, the hope of glory. It
will be seen that we are indeed followers of Christ.”
The Signs of the Times {ST June 21, 1905, par. 5}; Manuscript 82 {Ms 82, 1903, par. 18}
The Comforter is given that He may take of the things of Christ … It is then that the soul
receives the image and superscription of the Divine. Then Christ is formed within, the hope of
glory
“The Comforter is given that He may take of the things of Christ and show them unto us, that He
may present in their rich assurance the words that fell from His lips, and convey them with living
power to the soul who is obedient, who is emptied of self. It is then that the soul receives the
image and superscription of the Divine. Then Christ is formed within, the hope of glory.”
The Signs of the Times {ST July 15, 1908, par. 9}; {ST December 25, 1893, par. 5}; {Ms 102, 1893, par. 8}
When true faith is exercised, the Spirit of God will mold and fashion the soul that it may
become a pure and holy place, a dwelling place for God. When Christ is “formed within, the
hope of glory,” a new life is imparted.
“Let all our assemblies be stirred by the old heart-searching truths of the gospel. These truths will
bring conviction to souls. Say to those assembled, “When the Son of man cometh, shall He find faith
on the earth? Be warned, be entreated to arise from lethargy, and remove this self-complacent spirit.”
[See Luke 18:8.] When true faith is exercised, the Spirit of God will mold and fashion the soul
that it may become a pure and holy place, a dwelling place for God. When Christ is “formed
within, the hope of glory,” a new life is imparted. [Colossians 1:27.]”
By beholding Christ he is changed from glory to glory, from character to character, and
becomes more and more like his Master. Christ is formed within, and by His Spirit He fulfils
the promise, “I will never leave thee nor forsake thee.”
“The Holy Spirit never leaves unassisted a soul who is looking to Jesus. It takes of the things of
Christ, and shows them to the seeker. And if the eye is kept fixed upon Jesus, the work of the Spirit
ceases not until the soul is conformed to His image. Through the gracious influence of the Spirit the
sinner is changed in spirit and purpose, till he becomes one with Christ. His affection for God
increases; he hungers and thirsts for righteousness, and by beholding Christ he is changed from
glory to glory, from character to character, and becomes more and more like his Master. Christ
is formed within, and by His Spirit He fulfils the promise, “I will never leave thee nor forsake
thee.” “The Comforter, which is the Holy Ghost, whom the Father will send in My name, He shall
teach you all things, and bring all things to your remembrance, whatsoever I have said unto you.”
The Signs of the Times {ST September 27, 1899, par. 9}
By beholding Christ, he is changed from glory to glory, from character to character, and
becomes more and more like Jesus. He is imbued with love for Christ and filled with a deep,
unresting love for perishing souls, and Christ is formed within, the hope of glory
“When he who is a co-laborer with Christ presses home the truth to the sinner’s heart in humility and
love, the voice of God speaks through the human instrumentality. Heavenly intelligences work with a
consecrated human agent, and the Spirit operates upon the soul of the unbeliever. Efficiency to
believe comes from God to the heart, and the sinner accepts the evidence of God’s Word. Through
the gracious influence of the Holy Spirit he is changed and becomes one with Christ in spirit and
purpose. His affection for God increases, he hungers after righteousness and longs to be more like his
Master. By beholding Christ, he is changed from glory to glory, from character to character, and
becomes more and more like Jesus. He is imbued with love for Christ and filled with a deep,
unresting love for perishing souls, and Christ is formed within, the hope of glory. “As many as
receive him, to them gave he power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe on his
name.” [John 1:12.]” Letter 58 {Lt 58, 1895, par. 43}; Special Testimonies to Ministers and Workers—No. 3
{SpTA03 53.1}; {TM 220.2}
By beholding Jesus, by contemplating His character, he is changed from glory to glory, from
character to character… The soul is imbued with the love of Christ, and becomes one with Him
in His deep unresting love for perishing souls; and Christ is being formed within, the hope of
glory
“There is a soul-hunger for His righteousness, to be like Christ in character, and by beholding Jesus,
by contemplating His character, he is changed from glory to glory, from character to character,
in likeness to the object his eyes and his face are fastened upon. The soul is imbued with the love of
Christ, and becomes one with Him in His deep unresting love for perishing souls; and Christ is
being formed within, the hope of glory. Christ lives in and works through the living human
instrumentality, and [he], through receiving Christ by faith, become one with Him.”
Letter 63 {Lt 63, 1895, par. 57}
Such a person loves to contemplate Jesus, and by beholding him, will become changed into his
likeness. Christ is formed within, the hope of glory
“The soul that is imbued with the love of Jesus will never lose interest for perishing souls. Such a
person loves to contemplate Jesus, and by beholding him, will become changed into his likeness.
Christ is formed within, the hope of glory. His confidence increases that he is loved of God, and his
love deepens and widens, as he has the assurance that he is abiding in Christ and Christ in him.”
The Youth’s Instructor {YI August 9, 1894, par. 7}; Messages to Young People {PH050 8.3}
Those who do the words of Christ will perfect a Christian character, because Christ’s will is
their will. Thus is Christ formed within, the hope of glory. They are beholding, as in a glass, the
glory of God
“The part man has to act in the salvation of the soul is to believe on Jesus Christ as a perfect
Redeemer, not for some other man, but for his own self. He is to trust, to love, to fear the God of
heaven. There is a certain work to be accomplished. Man must be delivered from the power of sin.
He must be made perfect in every good work. In doing the words of Christ is his only assurance that
his house is built upon the solid foundation. To hear, to say, to preach, and not to do the words of
Christ is building upon the sand. Those who do the words of Christ will perfect a Christian
character, because Christ’s will is their will. Thus is Christ formed within, the hope of glory.
They are beholding, as in a glass, the glory of God. By making Christ the subject of meditation,
He will become the subject of conversation; and by beholding, we will in character be changed into
the same image, from glory to glory, even by the Spirit of the Lord. Man, fallen man, may be
transformed by the renewing of the mind so that he can “prove what is that good, and acceptable,
and perfect will of God.” [Romans 12:2.] How does he prove this? By the Holy Spirit taking
possession of his mind, spirit, heart, and character. Where does the proving come in? “We are a
spectacle to the world, to angels, and to men.” [1 Corinthians 4:9.] A real work is wrought by the
Holy Spirit upon the human character, and its fruits are seen.”
Manuscript 1a {Ms 1a, 1890, par. 18}; {PH028 8.2}
In Jesus is manifested the character of the Father, and the sight of him attracts. It softens and
subdues, and ceases not to transform the character, until Christ is formed within, the hope of
glory
“Sin, that cost Adam beautiful Eden, exists everywhere in our world. Evil triumphs wherever God is
not known or his character contemplated. We could not commit sin if we realized the presence of
God, and thought upon his goodness, his love, and his compassion. Satan knows that if he can
obscure the vision so that the eye of faith cannot behold God, there will be no barrier against sin. It is
necessary to know God in order to be attracted to him. And the perception of his image as
represented in Christ changes the sinner's views of evil. The shadow of Satan obscures the character
of Jesus and of God; but if we by faith gain a knowledge of God, and hold steadfastly to Jesus, we
shall be changed. In Jesus is manifested the character of the Father, and the sight of him attracts.
It softens and subdues, and ceases not to transform the character, until Christ is formed within,
the hope of glory. The human heart that has learned to behold the character of God may become,
under the influence of the Holy Spirit, like a sacred harp, sending forth divine melody.”
The Signs of the Times {ST August 24, 1891, par. 2}
And I will pray the Father, and he shall give you another Comforter, even the Spirit of truth,
(which is Christ formed within the hope of glory,) whom the world cannot receive, because it
seeth him not
“We shall learn the value of the human soul when we learn to value the love of God for us. A divine
Saviour died for all, that all might find in Him their divine Source. In Christ Jesus we are one, lifted
to the same rank, members of the royal family, children of the heavenly King, by the utterance of one
name, ‘Our Father,’ through Jesus Christ who loved us and gave His life a ransom for us. This places
an equal value upon all. To the poor and oppressed and downtrodden of earth, Christ says, ‘If ye love
me, keep my commandments. And I will pray the Father, and he shall give you another
Comforter, even the Spirit of truth, (which is Christ formed within the hope of glory,) whom
the world cannot receive, because it seeth him not: but ye know him, for he dwelleth with you, and
shall be in you. I will not leave you comfortless.’ [John 14:15-18.]”

Galatians 2:20 "I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me."
(KJV)
We must be emptied of self, we must have Christ formed within the hope of glory, we must be
ever striving to be pure and holy and complete in Christ Jesus
“We must as Christ’s representatives be moved upon by hallowed influences that we may present a
holy example and Christian devotedness in the work. We must be emptied of self, we must have
Christ formed within the hope of glory, we must be ever striving to be pure and holy and complete
in Christ Jesus. Letter 32 {Lt 32, 1890, par. 10}; {Lt 75, 1890, par. 12}
What man needs today is the crucifixion of self and the revelation in his life of Christ, the hope
of glory. Then will be fulfilled the words, “Ye are the light of the world.”
“The gospel of Christ is truly believed only when it is practiced. Faith is justified by works. Self
must be hid; Christ must appear as the chiefest among ten thousand, the One altogether lovely. When
an unreserved surrender of the powers of body, mind, and soul is made to the Saviour, self no longer
strives for the mastery. What man needs today is the crucifixion of self and the revelation in his
life of Christ, the hope of glory. Then will be fulfilled the words, ‘Ye are the light of the world.’
[Matthew 5:14.]” The Signs of the Times {ST July 26, 1905, par. 8}; Manuscript 102 {Ms 102, 1902, par. 10}
When self is crucified and Christ is formed within, the hope of glory, we shall reveal, in
thought, word, and deed, the reality of our belief in the truth
“The workers in our restaurants should live in such close connection with God that they will
recognize the promptings of His Spirit to talk personally about spiritual things to such and such a one
who comes to the restaurant. When self is crucified and Christ is formed within, the hope of glory,
we shall reveal, in thought, word, and deed, the reality of our belief in the truth. The Lord will be
with us, and through us the Holy Spirit will work to reach those who are out of Christ.”
Testimonies for the Church, vol. 7, 1902 {7T 116.2}; {Lt 157, 1902, par. 14}
Emptied of self we must be, else we cannot show that Christ is formed within, the hope of glory
“Will not those who profess to be Christians walk in the light of the Sun of Righteousness, showing
by their life and character that they realize the value of the atoning sacrifice of Christ our Saviour?
The truth is not to be rendered lusterless by a manifestation of our own unsanctified, selfish spirit.
The truth must shine forth in the life. Then Christ is glorified. Emptied of self we must be, else we
cannot show that Christ is formed within, the hope of glory. The Lord would have self hidden; for
when it appears, souls are misled. The preciousness and importance of truth must appear, and will
appear when self is hid with Christ in God. Then Jesus will be revealed in our lives. Our characters
will be molded after the divine similitude. Then the Holy Spirit will control the human agent. Men
will possess the attributes of Christ.” Manuscript 148 {Ms 148, 1897, par. 4}
Self has struggled so hard for existence. But let self die, and let Jesus Christ be formed within,
the hope of glory
“God is in earnest with us, and He has given us the truth (which has strength), if we will have it.
There is no mistake about that. All this alienation and fussing—He has told you from the very
beginning what to do. He has told us not to let the sun go down upon our wrath. And when the
Sabbath comes, every soul ought to see what has taken place during the week and take it away. If it
is your eye, or your foot, to take out, just get self dead. Self has struggled so hard for existence. But
let self die, and let Jesus Christ be formed within, the hope of glory. And then, let me tell you,
there is a demonstration, right in our words and actions and spirit, that we believe the truth. There is
a demonstration that the Lord is with us, and that is the Holy Spirit striving through us to reach
others.” Manuscript 231 {Ms 231, 1902, par. 68}
If self will be hid with Christ in God, then all the pettishness of self will die, and Christ, with all
the excellencies of His character, will be formed within, “the hope of glory.”
“Self, yes, the self of every soul must no longer strive for the mastery. Christ’s character in us must
appear as the one altogether perfect in every respect, and His children are to grow up into Christ their
living Head. His mind must be revealed through the mind and behaviour of His witnesses. Self must
be exercised in good works after the example given in the life of Christ. There is to be no striving for
the mastery. Oh, how my mind is drawn out and exercised in regard to the work to be done! And if
self will be hid with Christ in God, then all the pettishness of self will die, and Christ, with all the
excellencies of His character, will be formed within, “the hope of glory.” [Colossians 1:27.] Holy
angels in heaven are gazing with pitiful eyes upon the company of workers struggling among
themselves to do something, but not laying hold of the One who declared in His resurrected body,
“Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and
of the Holy Ghost: teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you; and, lo, I
am with you alway, even unto the end of the world.” [Matthew 28:19, 20.]”
May God help us to die to self, that Christ, the hope of glory, may be formed within! I must
have the Spirit of God in my heart.
“The latter rain is to fall upon the people of God. A mighty angel is to come down from heaven, and
the whole earth is to be lighted with his glory. Are we ready to take part in the glorious work of the
third angel? Are our vessels ready to receive the heavenly dew? Have we defilement and sin in the
heart? If so, let us cleanse the soul temple, and prepare for the showers of the latter rain. The
refreshing from the presence of the Lord will never come to hearts filled with impurity. May God
help us to die to self, that Christ, the hope of glory, may be formed within! I must have the Spirit
of God in my heart. I can never go forward to do the great work of God, unless the Holy Spirit rests
upon my soul. “As the hart panteth after the water brooks, so panteth my soul after thee, O God.”
The day of judgment is upon us. O that we may wash our robes of character, and make them white in
the blood of the Lamb!” The Review and Herald {RH April 21, 1891, par. 11}
They must never step aside from the path of self-denial and humility which every true
Christian must travel. As they thus co-operate with God, Christ is formed within, “the hope of
glory.”
“Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time.”
All heaven enters into co-partnership with those who come to Christ for eternal life, submitting
themselves to him as those who have made a surrender of all to God. God requires his servants to
stand under the blood-stained banner of Prince Emmanuel, striving in his power to keep the
principles of truth pure and uncorrupted. They must never step aside from the path of self-denial
and humility which every true Christian must travel. As they thus co-operate with God, Christ
is formed within, “the hope of glory.” Clad in his meekness and lowliness, they find their highest
joy in doing his service. Earthly ambition gives way to a desire to serve the Master.”
The soul that is imbued with the love of Christ is one with Him. Christ is formed within, the
hope of glory. But the co-operation of divine and human forces is necessary for the formation
of right principles in the character
“ ‘Work out your own salvation with fear and trembling; for it is God that worketh in you, both to
will and to do of his good pleasure.’ [Philippians 2:12, 13.] The soul that is imbued with the love of
Christ is one with Him. Christ is formed within, the hope of glory. But the co-operation of divine
and human forces is necessary for the formation of right principles in the character. No man can
work out his own salvation without the aid of the Holy Spirit. Man is to make the most strenuous
efforts to overcome the tempter, to subdue natural passions; but he is wholly dependent upon God for
success in the work of overcoming the propensities that are not in harmony with correct principles.”
Letter 175 {Lt 175, 1896, par. 8}
The soul that is imbued with the Spirit of Christ becomes one with Christ in his deep, unresting
love for perishing souls. Christ is formed within, the hope of glory, and he works through the
human instrument
“Those who bear the message of mercy to perishing souls must themselves be under the discipline of
God. The Lord is waiting to qualify men to carry his word to those that are afar off and to those that
are nigh. He speaks to his people, warning them not to corrupt their simplicity and their trust in the
Lord by sinking their individuality in any living person. The Lord will teach all who will seek him
for wisdom, whatever their calling or profession. “Obey them that have the rule over you,” he says,
“and submit yourselves: for they watch for your souls, as they that must give account, that they may
do it with joy, and not with grief.” Those who give evidence that they are chosen of God will fulfill
these specifications. The soul that is imbued with the Spirit of Christ becomes one with Christ in
his deep, unresting love for perishing souls. Christ is formed within, the hope of glory, and he
works through the human instrument. “
The Review and Herald {RH October 16, 1900, par. 1}; {Ms 143, 1899, par. 24}
The words of Christ are spirit and life. We can not then center our thoughts upon self; it is no
more we that live, but Christ that liveth in us, and he is the hope of glory. Self is dead, but
Christ is a living Saviour
“When his words of instruction have been received, and have taken possession of us, Jesus is to us an
abiding presence, controlling our thoughts and actions. We are imbued with the instruction of the
greatest Teacher the world ever knew. A sense of human accountability and the value of human
influence gives character to our views of life and of daily duties. Jesus Christ is everything to us,—
the first, the last, the best in everything. Jesus Christ, his Spirit and character, colors everything; it is
the warp and the woof, the very texture of our entire being. The words of Christ are spirit and life.
We can not then center our thoughts upon self; it is no more we that live, but Christ that liveth
in us, and he is the hope of glory. Self is dead, but Christ is a living Saviour. Continuing to look
unto Jesus, we reflect his image to all around us. We can not stop to consider our disappointments, or
even to talk of them; for a more pleasant picture attracts our sight,—the precious love of Jesus. He
dwells in us by the word of truth.” The Signs of the Times {ST September 3, 1896, par. 6}
Let self be crucified, and let Christ live in you, the hope of glory
“God wants us to work for humanity. We have an onward work to do. Let us put on the whole armor
of righteousness, revealing Christ in thought, word, and deed. Let us remember that we are laborers
together with God. Brethren and sisters, let self be crucified, and let Christ live in you, the hope of
glory. Keep reaching forward. Grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus
Christ. The work of righteousness is to be wrought in you through the mighty power that God has
given. When in weakness and feebleness you say, “Lord, I lay hold upon thee,” power from above
will be given you.” The Review and Herald {RH June 15, 1905, par. 32} ; {Ms 54, 1905, par. 33}
Jesus is the living center of everything. Put Christ into every sermon. Let the preciousness,
mercy, and glory of Jesus Christ be dwelt upon until Christ is formed within, the hope of glory
“Those who have had a long experience in the cause of God should be highly esteemed of their
brethren, and their counsels should be regarded as of great value. There has been a drifting away
from the pillars of faith. It should be the burden of every messenger to set forth the fullness of Christ.
When the free gift of Christ's righteousness is not presented, the discourses are dry and spiritless; the
sheep and the lambs are not fed. Said Paul, “My speech and my preaching was not with enticing
words of man's wisdom, but in demonstration of the Spirit and of power.” [1 Corinthians 2:4.] There
is marrow and fatness in the gospel. Jesus is the living center of everything. Put Christ into every
sermon. Let the preciousness, mercy, and glory of Jesus Christ be dwelt upon until Christ is
formed within, the hope of glory.” The Review and Herald {RH March 19, 1895, par. 3}; {Lt 15, 1892,
par. 7}; Selected Messages Book 1 {1SM 158.2}; Evangelism {Ev 186.2}
When they by faith laid hold of Christ, their hearts were contrite and broken. Christ was being
“The religious feelings of many were more natural than spiritual, and although they tried to be
satisfied they felt an unrest—cold, dark, and Christless. They remained in ignorance of how they
stand toward God, ignorant as far as experimental knowledge was concerned of the office work of
our Mediator and Intercessor. When they by faith laid hold of Christ, their hearts were contrite
and broken. Christ was being formed within, the hope of glory. This was everything to them. It
was the intelligence of what constituted the mystery of godliness. The miracle is wrought. The Lord
and His Spirit break in upon the soul. Life and joy take possession of the heart. How quickly is the
soul made sensible of its deficiency. Everything is laid open before Him with whom we have to do.”
Manuscript 30 {Ms 30, 1889, par. 49}; {1888 368.3}
“Searching” means diligently—with an intense anxiety… praying to the Lord for light and
knowledge to impart an intensity of desire proportionate to the value of the object we wish to
obtain, which is Christ formed within, the hope of glory
“The words here mean not merely to be conversant [with] the words written. “Searching” means to
become understandingly familiar with the meaning of the words. “Searching” means diligently—
with an intense anxiety. It is as a command that the searcher encourages an anxious heart hunger
which leads to the putting forth of intense effort to come to the reading, praying to the Lord for
light and knowledge to impart an intensity of desire proportionate to the value of the object we
wish to obtain, which is Christ formed within, the hope of glory. Eternal life—nothing short of this
will be satisfactory.” Manuscript 201 {Ms 201, 1903, par. 2}
You do not see, you do not realize, the necessity of seeking the Lord earnestly, and fervently,
and perseveringly, until you know that Christ is formed within you, the hope of glory
“The Lord has given me messages of warning for His people, which I have, with much burden and
pain of soul, communicated to you. I have been awakened at midnight, and in the small hours of the
morning, to write you things which your blind eyes could not discern. “Am I therefore become your
enemy, because I tell you the truth?” [Galatians 4:16.] The message God has given has affected some
zealously, but not all well. You do not see, you do not realize the necessity of seeking the Lord
earnestly, and fervently, and perseveringly until you know that Christ is formed within you, the
hope of glory.”
Letter 5 {Lt 5, 1897, par. 24} ; Special Testimonies for Ministers and Workers—No. 10 {SpTA10 9.2}
There is no rest of soul until the Day Star arise in the heart, and Christ is formed within the
hope of glory, and then how spontaneously the cry comes from the depths of the soul, “Abba,
Father.”
“The Lord God of heaven has made ample provision that all who believe in Him shall have rest of
soul. “These things have I spoken unto you, that my joy might remain in you, and that your joy might
be full.” “As the Father hath loved me so have I loved you: continue ye in my love.” [John 15:11, 9.]
As long as doubt and uncertainty shall remain in the mind, there can be no rest. Therefore the
promises of God are ample and complete, and to distrust is to doubt the Lord “Who so loved the
world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but
have everlasting life.” [John 3:16.] Where is there room to doubt? There is no rest of soul until the
Day Star arise in the heart, and Christ is formed within the hope of glory, and then how
spontaneously the cry comes from the depths of the soul, “Abba, Father.” [Romans 8:15.]”
Letter 67 {Lt 67, 1893, par. 6}
God has qualified men… They are to accept Christ, submit their will to the will of God, and
love God and obey his commandments, that Christ may be formed within, the hope of glory
“There must be sleepless vigilance upon the part of every follower of Christ. Every one should look
upon himself as a laborer together with God, working in his line to impart light and knowledge to
others. God is working, and heavenly intelligences are waiting for the co-operation of human
agencies, to work out in life and character a living demonstration of truth before the eyes of men.
God has qualified men with the elements of faith, and it rests with them to exercise his intrusted gift
and believe the evidences which he presents. They are to accept Christ, submit their will to the
will of God, and love God and obey his commandments, that Christ may be formed within, the
hope of glory. They must confess Christ, and reveal to the world that they have chosen him as their
portion, or they will not be saved, but will be regarded as enemies of truth. Ministers are to present
before the people the attractive loveliness of heaven, the glorious prize that Christ holds out before
them. Only those will enter the gates of heaven who make Christ their refuge. Let men watch for
souls as those who must give an account.” The Review and Herald {RH March 24, 1896, par. 9}
Through our perfect obedience, His life is developed in our life. We may be poor in temporal
things, but we are rich in spiritual things; for Christ in formed within, the hope of glory
“Christ died to purchase salvation for us. He was raised for our justification, and He ever lives to
make intercession for us. His life and death bring salvation to every believing child of God. We are
reconciled to God by His death, and we shall be saved by His life, as it is wrought out in our
character. Through our perfect obedience, His life is developed in our life. We may be poor in
temporal things, but we are rich in spiritual things; for Christ in formed within, the hope of
glory. We are members of the royal family, rich in deeds and bonds on an immortal inheritance. We
have title papers to a life that measures with the life of Christ.” Manuscript 158 {Ms 158, 1902, par. 27}
The power of the grace of Christ is to work in the children of disobedience until Christ Himself
is formed within, the hope of glory
“There are many who, though they profess to be Christians, would spoil heaven should they be
translated with a spirit and character such as they now have. Their lives are full of earthliness; their
tempers are unsanctified; they harbor prejudices that ought never to exist; they are wholly human. An
atmosphere so unlike the character of Christ has surrounded the soul, so that they could not enjoy the
change from earth to heaven. This earth is our school where we are to be proved and tried to see if
we will become stewards of the grace of Christ. The power of the grace of Christ is to work in the
children of disobedience until Christ Himself is formed within, the hope of glory. We must reveal
that we are converted, born again, before we can see heaven. Shall we begin now to labor as humble
learners of Jesus Christ? O how infinite is His love and grace! How utterly beyond price is His love
expressed for fallen men! Christ, because He loves us, holds the standard high, and He will take our
disposition and make it like His own. Pride, self-esteem, self-exaltation are blind and cannot see afar
off. Thus it is with the natural man.” Manuscript 93 {Ms 93, 1903, par. 10}
Those who have been striving to quench their thirst at broken cisterns, which can hold no
water, need to be born again, that Christ may be formed within, the hope of glory
“Christ is the same Christ that He has ever been. He is our Redeemer. Those who have been striving
to quench their thirst at broken cisterns, which can hold no water, need to be born again, that
Christ may be formed within, the hope of glory.” Letter 277 {Lt 277, 1905, par. 30}
The present time is all-important time to us. Now is the time to know that Christ is formed
within, the hope and glory
“We have a most decided work to do to prepare for the judgment. The great question is, “How is it
with my soul? Have I followed the light that God has given me?” If you have faith now to grasp the
promises of God, you will have faith when greater trials come. The present time is all-important
time to us. Now is the time to know that Christ is formed within, the hope and glory. We must
abide in Christ. Says the Saviour: “I am the vine, ye are the branches. He that abideth in me, and I in
him, the same bringeth forth much fruit; for without me ye can do nothing. If a man abide not in me,
he is cast forth as a branch, and is withered; and men gather them, and cast them into the fire, and
they are burned.” But if we abide in him, we may ask what we will, and it shall be done.”
Now is the time to know for yourselves that Jesus is formed in you, the hope of glory. Self must
be second in everything
“Now is the time to obtain an experience. Now is the time to know for yourselves that Jesus is
formed in you, the hope of glory. Self must be second in everything. Christ and the truth must have
the adoration of the soul. O, how many are spoiling their characters by petting some unamiable traits
which they should resolutely overcome.” Manuscript 5 {Ms 5, 1880, par. 6}
We must not base our salvation upon supposition; we must know of a surety that Christ is
formed within, the hope of glory. We must know for ourselves that the Spirit of God is abiding
in our hearts and that we can hold communion with God
“In view of this instruction [Revelation 3:1-3], how important it is that we do not devote our time to
faultfinding, or criticizing, but that we receive the divine truth into our hearts, that they may break
before God! The broken heart, and the contrite spirit, God will receive. We must not base our
salvation upon supposition; we must know of a surety that Christ is formed within, the Hope of
glory. We must know for ourselves that the Spirit of God is abiding in our hearts, and that we
can hold communion with God. Then if He should come to us quickly, if by any chance our life
should suddenly be ended, we should be ready to meet our God. Now, while it is called today, let us
set our house in order. “Today if ye will hear His voice, harden not your hearts as in the
provocation.” [Hebrews 3:7, 8.] Because of their unbelief of God's Word, the children of Israel who
left Egypt perished in the wilderness. God grant that we may not through unbelief fail of entering
into the promised land. Let us keep step with Jesus Christ.”
The General Conference Bulletin {GCB April 6, 1903, Art. B, par. 2}; Manuscript 21 {Ms 21, 1903, par. 3}
It is necessary to know that Christ is formed within, the hope of glory. Then you will know that
you have a Helper, even the Lord, and an influence for good will go forth from every teacher
“Have you given yourselves to Christ? Or are you seeking the position of teacher in such a way that
after you have enjoyed all the advantages offered at this time, you will know no more concerning the
great truths which sanctify the soul than when you came here? It is necessary to know that Christ is
formed within, the hope of glory. Then you will know that you have a Helper, even the Lord, and
an influence for good will go forth from every teacher.” Manuscript 84 {Ms 84, 1901, par. 3}
Is Christ formed within you, the hope of glory? For some one else to know Christ, and confess
Him as His leader, will not avail for you. You must know Him for yourself
“Is Christ formed within you, the hope of glory? For some one else to know Christ, and confess
Him as His leader, will not avail for you. You must know Him for yourself. You must obtain
such a knowledge of Him that you can say with the Samaritans, “Now we believe, not because of thy
saying; for we have heard Him ourselves, and know that this is indeed the Christ, the Saviour of the
world.” You must be able to say with Paul, “I know whom I have believed, and am persuaded that
He is able to keep that which I have committed unto Him.”
The Signs of the Times {ST February 3, 1898, par. 11}
“Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus.” Each person is to stand before God
with an individual faith, an individual experience, knowing for himself that Christ is formed
“God permits every person to exercise his individuality. No human mind should be submerged in
another human mind. But the invitation has been given, “Let this mind be in you, which was also in
Christ Jesus.” [Philippians 2:5.] Each person is to stand before God with an individual faith, an
individual experience, knowing for himself that Christ is formed within, the hope of glory. For
us to imitate the example of any man—even a person who in our human judgment we might regard
as nearly perfect in character—would be to put our trust in an imperfect, defective human being, who
is unable to impart one jot or tittle of perfection to any other human being.”
Letter 20 {Lt 20, 1902, par. 18}
“God permits every human being to exercise his individuality. He desires no one to submerge his
mind in the mind of a fellow mortal. Those who desire to be transformed in mind and character are
not to look to men, but to the divine Example. God gives the invitation, “Let this mind be in you,
which was also in Christ Jesus.” By conversion and transformation, men are to receive the mind
of Christ. Every one is to stand before God with an individual faith, an individual experience,
knowing for himself that Christ is formed within, the hope of glory. For us to imitate the example
of any man,—even one whom we might regard as nearly perfect in character,— would be to put our
trust in a defective human being, one who is unable to impart a jot or tittle of perfection.”
The Signs of the Times {ST September 3, 1902, par. 3}; {2MCP 428.2}
Obey the truth; humble the proud heart. You must know for yourselves that Christ is formed
within, the Hope of glory
“I am weighed down with the thought of the great lack that there is of a clear conception of truth—
the truth that will hold us firm as a rock when the testing time shall come. To be obedient to all the
commandments of God is the settled purpose of a sanctified mind, a mind that is intelligent regarding
what saith the Scriptures. If we will individually plead with God, and not blind our eyes to our own
defects of character, but humble our own hearts, seeking the Lord, and refusing to let go till He
reveals Himself as a sin-pardoning Saviour, we shall receive the blessing for which we plead.
Brethren and sisters, grasp the promise; believe, believe, confess your own sins, and no longer walk
in darkness and doubt, but walk in the light. Christ is light, not darkness. Obey the truth; humble
the proud heart. You must know for yourselves that Christ is formed within, the Hope of glory.”
Letter 72 {Lt 72, 1906, par. 27}
You want to know where you are, and to know that Christ is formed within, the hope of glory
“ ‘And at that time shall Michael stand up, the great prince which standeth for the children of thy
people: and there shall be a time of trouble, such as never was since there was a nation even to that
same time: and at that time thy people shall be delivered, every one that shall be found written in
the book.’ [Daniel 12:1.] Let everyone inquire, ‘Is my name written there?’ Do not think about your
brethren and sisters for fear they are not ready, but think about yourself. You want to know where
you are, and to know that Christ is formed within, the hope of glory. You want to be constantly
singing, and when you do that you will stop your criticizing. If you are beholding Him, you will not
have time for anything else. And if you see His face, it will be reflected in your face. All this
mourning and groaning is dishonoring God, for ‘whoso offereth praise, glorifieth God.’ [Psalm
50:23.] ” Manuscript 93a {Ms 93a, 1899, par. 24}
It becomes every soul to be sure that Christ is formed within, the hope of glory
“What definite light God has given us in this chapter [1 John 4]. It becomes every soul to be sure
that Christ is formed within, the hope of glory. O let us constantly walk humbly with God. We need
now that living faith which takes God at His word. We are not to allow any discouraging features of
opposition to depress our souls. It would not be for the glory of God for us to become discouraged.
We are living amidst the closing scenes of this earth’s history, and we must now like Jacob cling to
Jesus with all our power, exclaiming, “I will not let Thee go except Thou bless me, even me.”
[Genesis 32:26.] Hold fast to the promises of God.” Letter 335 {Lt 335, 1905, par. 9}
Many, I fear, will not have zeal and earnestness to seek God for themselves, and know for
themselves that Christ is formed in them the hope of glory
“True Christians will represent Christ in deportment and in character. They will sanctify themselves
through obedience to the truth, that the people they would save may be influenced by their Christ-
like character, and see a beauty and harmony in the truth. Preachers and people will effect more for
Christ by humble, devoted, and virtuous lives, that can be done by preaching where a godly example
is wanting. Many, I fear, will not have zeal and earnestness to seek God for themselves, and
know for themselves that Christ is formed in them the hope of glory.”
The Review and Herald {RH August 23, 1881, par. 2}
If they live righteously, they will have the evidence day by day that they have Christ formed
within.
“Let none make a mistake as to the character they must positively form in this life. If they live
righteously, they will have the evidence day by day that they have [Christ] formed within. They
are the Lord’s property.” Manuscript 22 {Ms 22, 1889, par. 47}
Christ will be formed within, “the hope of glory.” His light and his love will be there; His
presence will be felt
“When the love of Christ is enshrined in the heart, like sweet fragrance it cannot be hidden. The holy
influence it reflects through the character will be manifest to all. Christ will be formed within, “the
hope of glory.” His light and his love will be there; his presence will be felt. There have been
times when the blessing of God has been bestowed in answer to prayer, so that when others have
come into the room, no sooner did they step over the threshold than they exclaimed. “The Lord is
here!” Not a word had been uttered; but the blessed influence of God's holy presence was sensibly
felt. The joy that comes from Jesus Christ was there; and in this sense the Lord had been in the room
just as verily as he walked through the streets of Jerusalem, or appeared to the disciples when they
were in the upper chamber, and said, ‘Peace be unto you.’ ”
The Review and Herald {RH January 4, 1887, par. 7}
Those who allow Christ to anoint their eyes with His eyesalve will clearly discern spiritual
truths… They will have a divine knowledge of Christ formed within, the hope of glory
“Christ is the light of the world. “He that followeth Me,” He says, “shall not walk in darkness, but
shall have the light of life.” [John 8:12.] Those who allow Christ to anoint their eyes with His
eyesalve will clearly discern spiritual truths. No longer will they see as through a mist, walking
uncertainly in the sparks of their own kindling. They will have a divine knowledge of Christ
formed within, the hope of glory—their wisdom, and righteousness, and sanctification, and
redemption.” Manuscript 110 {Ms 110, 1903, par. 7}
The wisdom of God is given unto the chosen and faithful to know the glory of the mystery of
Christ formed within, the hope of glory
“True faith purifies the heart from all envy. Christ gave Himself for us to redeem us from all iniquity
and purify unto Himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works. “Blessed are the pure in heart, for
they shall see God.” [Matthew 5:8.] No one can have a clear view of God and a convincing
knowledge of His character and yet be full of envy, pettishness, jealousy and evil surmisings. Jesus
Christ was a perfect Pattern of moral excellency. He is our Example in all things. Earthly wisdom
may exclude from the eye the wisdom of God. It is given unto the chosen and faithful to know
the glory of the mystery of Christ formed within, the hope of glory.”
Christ looks for fruit, for principles of goodness and sympathy and love. These are the
principles of heaven, and when they are revealed in the lives of human beings, we may know
that Christ is formed within, the hope of glory
“Gorgeous apparel, fine singing, and instrumental music in the church do not call forth the songs of
the angel choir. In the sight of God these things are like the branches of the unfruitful fig tree which
bore nothing but pretentious leaves. Christ looks for fruit, for principles of goodness and
sympathy and love. These are the principles of heaven, and when they are revealed in the lives
of human beings, we may know that Christ is formed within, the hope of glory. A congregation
may be the poorest in the land, without music or outward show, but if it possesses these principles,
the members can sing, for the joy of Christ is in their souls, and this they can offer as a sweet
oblation to God.” Manuscript 123 {Ms 123, 1899, par. 7}; Evangelism {Ev 511.3}
They will know from experience that Christ is their personal Saviour… Christ is formed
within, the hope of glory. He is made unto them wisdom, and righteousness, and sanctification,
and redemption
A great Teacher from heaven visited our world. Jesus Christ is His name. He is the Lord our
Righteousness. He was visited by the prince of darkness, and was tempted in all points like as we
are. He reached to the very depths of human woe, and all who carry their sorrows to Him, as to One
who can be touched with the feelings of their infirmities, will receive the oil and wine of consolation.
They will know from experience that Christ is their personal Saviour, one who comforteth those
who are cast down, who bindeth up the broken-hearted. This experience grows as they in turn impart
that which they have received. Christ is formed within, the hope of glory. He is made unto them
wisdom, and righteousness, and sanctification, and redemption. They can say, “I know in whom
I have believed.” The Signs of the Times {ST October 4, 1899, par. 7} ; {Lt 32, 1899, par. 12} ; Experiences
in Australia {EA 342.4}
I present before you Christ, who is to be to us an abiding Presence. “Christ in you, the hope of
glory,” will keep the soul fresh and sweet
“My brethren and sisters, I present before you Christ, who is to be to us an abiding Presence.
“Christ in you, the hope of glory,” will keep the soul fresh and sweet. [Colossians 1:27.] Christ
was God’s gift to a perishing world. “To as many as received him, to them gave he power to become
the sons of God, even to them that believe on his name.” [John 1:12.] Let everyone be assured that it
is by receiving this life-saving Gift that we secure eternal life. This is our life-insurance policy.”
Let every man have Christ abiding in him, “the hope of glory…”
“He who accepts the position of being a mouthpiece for God should consider it highly essential that
he present the truth with all the grace and intelligence that he can acquire through discipline of the
mind, and in such a manner that the truth shall loose nothing by his presentation. Let no one consider
it a little thing to speak in a thick voice and clumsy manner, or to pitch the voice in a high unnatural
key, and talk loud and long, and thus abuse the organs of speech given of God, and make himself
unacceptable to the people. “Be ye therefore perfect, even as your Father which is in heaven is
perfect.” [Matthew 5:48.] Let every man have Christ abiding in him, “the hope of glory: whom
we preach, warning every man, ... in all wisdom; that we may present every man perfect in Christ
Jesus.” [Colossians 1:27, 28.] “
Manuscript 67 {Ms 67, 1895, par. 11}; The Review and Herald {RH March 5, 1895, par. 7}
In every soul, wherein Christ, the hope of glory, dwells, are re-echoed the words, “I delight to
do Thy will, O my God; yea, Thy law is within my heart.”
“In their ministry the angels are not as servants, but as sons. There is perfect unity between them and
their Creator. Obedience is to them no drudgery. Love for God makes their service a joy. So, in
every soul, wherein Christ, the hope of glory, dwells, are re-echoed the words, “I delight to do
Thy will, O my God; yea, Thy law is within my heart.” The homes of God's people on this earth
should be a symbol, so far as possible, of the heavenly home, where God has His throne. We are His
subjects, His little children, whom He wishes to make happy. The members of every family circle
should seek to carry out the methods of God as revealed in His Word. Those who bring their lives
into harmony with the prayer that Christ has given will be sanctified through the truth.” The Signs of
the Times {ST October 28, 1903, par. 7}; Thoughts From the Mount of Blessing, 1896 {MB 109.2}
The words of Christ are spirit and life. We can not then center our thoughts upon self; it is no
more we that live, but Christ that liveth in us, and he is the hope of glory
“When his words of instruction have been received, and have taken possession of us, Jesus is to us an
abiding presence, controlling our thoughts and actions. We are imbued with the instruction of the
greatest Teacher the world ever knew. A sense of human accountability and the value of human
influence gives character to our views of life and of daily duties. Jesus Christ is everything to us,—
the first, the last, the best in everything. Jesus Christ, his Spirit and character, colors everything; it is
the warp and the woof, the very texture of our entire being. The words of Christ are spirit and life.
We can not then center our thoughts upon self; it is no more we that live, but Christ that liveth
in us, and he is the hope of glory. Self is dead, but Christ is a living Saviour. Continuing to look
unto Jesus, we reflect his image to all around us. We can not stop to consider our disappointments, or
even to talk of them; for a more pleasant picture attracts our sight,—the precious love of Jesus. He
dwells in us by the word of truth.” The Signs of the Times {ST September 3, 1896, par. 6}
The privileges, the blessings, of the child of God are represented by the apostle in the following
language… “Christ in you, the hope of glory”
“The privileges, the blessings, of the child of God are represented by the apostle in the
following language: “To whom God would make known what is the riches of the glory of this
mystery among the Gentiles; which is Christ in you, the hope of glory.” [Colossians 1:27.] When
we realize that our hope of glory is Christ, that we are complete in Him, we shall rejoice with joy
unspeakable and full of glory. The apostle further says that he ceased not to pray, “That the God of
our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may give unto you the spirit of wisdom and revelation in
the knowledge of him: the eyes of your understanding being enlightened; that ye may know what is
the hope of his calling, and what the riches of the glory of his inheritance in the saints, and what is
the exceeding greatness of his power to usward who believe, according to the working of his mighty
power, which he wrought in Christ when he raised him from the dead, and set him at his own right
hand in heavenly places.” [Ephesians 1:17-20.]”
Manuscript 13 {Ms 13, 1892, par. 12}; The Review and Herald {RH April 4, 1893, par. 8}; {1888 1056.1}
Let us connect with Christ, and then we shall have a power that the world cannot give, or take
away… God would make known to his saints what is the glory of the mystery of Christ
“ Let us connect with Christ, and then we shall have a power that the world cannot give, or take
away. Said the apostle, speaking of the gospel, “To whom God would make known what is the
riches of the glory of this mystery among the Gentiles; which is Christ in you, the hope of glory.”
God would make known to his saints what is the glory of the mystery of Christ. There are depths
and heights of unsearchable riches in the truth of God. Why should ministers make the truth
powerless before the people because they themselves lack spiritual life and devotion, because they
are not connected with God? Are you not commanded to warn every man, and teach every man in all
wisdom? Are you sharpening your powers, brethren, by bringing them in contact with difficult
problems in the word of God?” The Review and Herald {RH June 11, 1889, par. 3}
You may commune with Christ, who will be within you a hope of glory. This is true religion
“I call upon the children and youth to empty their minds of foolish vanities, and make Jesus their
everlasting friend. Be sure you have a well-grounded hope. Nothing short of this should satisfy the
soul. Make no mistake, for we are working for eternal results. It is insanity to be quiet and at ease as
so many are at the present time, having no assurance that they are indeed sons and daughters of God.
Eternal interests are at stake. Put away that story, fall upon your knees in prayer for strength to
overcome temptations, and devote your time to searching the Bible. And when Jesus reveals himself
to you as a sin-pardoning Saviour, reflect the heavenly radiance upon others. You need not remain in
suspense; true light shines from God's word upon all hearts that are open to receive its precious rays;
and it is your privilege to say, “I know that my Redeemer liveth.” The Spirit will bear witness with
your spirit that you are indeed children of God. You may commune with Christ, who will be
within you a hope of glory. This is true religion. All else is deception, a delusion. Let us open our
hearts to its influence, that when Christ comes, we may be ready to receive him in joy and peace.”
The Review and Herald {RH November 9, 1886, par. 16}
I would that we all could continually bear in mind what Christ is to us, and what we are to
him. If we could constantly realize this relation between Christ and our souls, we would rejoice
in hope of the glory of God, even in the midst of tribulation
“Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ; by
whom also we have access by faith into this grace wherein we stand, and rejoice in hope of the glory
of God. And not only so, but we glory in tribulations also; knowing that tribulation worketh patience;
and patience, experience; and experience, hope; and hope maketh not ashamed; because the love of
God is shed abroad in our hearts by the Holy Ghost which is given unto us.” I would that we all
could continually bear in mind what Christ is to us, and what we are to him. If we could
constantly realize this relation between Christ and our souls, we would rejoice in hope of the
glory of God, even in the midst of tribulation. But when tribulation comes upon us, how hard it
seems to rejoice; for we are like Peter, and look upon the troublous waves about us instead of
keeping the eye fixed upon Jesus. But I would have you see the importance of keeping the eye fixed
upon him who is the Author and Finisher of our faith; for when we take our eyes off the difficulties
and trials and fix them upon our Helper, we shall see his matchless charms, and know that “all things
work together for good to them that love God.” The Signs of the Times {ST March 28, 1892, par. 1}
Paul speaks of the ministry of the new covenant … “the mystery which hath been hid from
ages… Christ in you, the hope of glory; whom we preach, warning every man”
“Paul thus speaks of the ministry of the new covenant: “Whereof I am made a minister,
according to the dispensation of God which is given to me for you, to fulfill the word of God; even
the mystery which hath been hid from ages and from generations, but now is made manifest to his
saints; to whom God would make known what is the riches of the glory of this mystery among the
Gentiles; which is Christ in you the hope of glory; whom we preach, warning every man, and
teaching every man in all wisdom, that we may present every man perfect in Christ Jesus: whereunto
I also labor, striving according to his working, which worketh in me mightily.” What a responsibility
is this! A work is here brought to view that is more laborious than merely preaching the word; it is to
represent Christ in our character, to be living epistles, known and read of all men.”
The Review and Herald {RH April 15, 1884, par. 6}; Gospel Workers (1892/1893 ed.) {GW92 422.3}
“ The apostle Paul gives us some idea of his ministry, in these words: “I am made a minister
Gentiles; which is Christ in you, the hope of glory; whom we preach, warning every man, and
teaching every man in all wisdom, that we may present every man perfect in Christ Jesus. Whereunto
I also labor, striving according to his working, which worketh in me mightily.”
The Review and Herald {RH December 22, 1885, par. 12}
What is it that we are to do? We are to “make known what is the riches of the glory of this
mystery among the world, which is Christ in you the hope of glory, whom we preach, warning
every man
“ I read in the first chapter of Colossians, beginning at the twenty-fifth verse, “Wherefore I am made
a minister, according to the dispensation of God which is given to me for you, to fulfil the word of
God; even the mystery which hath been hid from ages and from generations, but now is made
manifest to his saints: to whom God would make known what is the riches of the glory of this
mystery among the Gentiles; which is Christ in you, the hope of glory.” Now, Gentiles represent the
world. What is it that we are to do? We are to “make known what is the riches of the glory of
this mystery among the world, which is Christ in you the hope of glory, whom we preach,
warning every man, and teaching every man in all wisdom; that we may present every man perfect
in Christ Jesus: whereunto I also labour, striving according to his working, which worketh in me
mightily.” [Verses 25-29.]” Manuscript 13 {Ms 13, 1888, par. 72}
In order to accomplish the work which God requires of them, ministers need to be qualified for
their position
“In order to accomplish the work which God requires of them, ministers need to be qualified
for their position. The apostle Paul, in his letter to the Colossians, speaks thus concerning his
ministry: “Whereof I am made a minister, according to the dispensation of God which is given to
me for you, to fulfill the word of God; even the mystery which hath been hid from ages and from
generations, but now is made manifest to His saints: to whom God would make known what is the
riches of the glory of this mystery among the Gentiles; which is Christ in you, the hope of glory:
whom we preach, warning every man, and teaching every man in all wisdom; that we may present
every man perfect in Christ Jesus: whereunto I also labor, striving according to His working, which
worketh in me mightily.”
Testimonies for the Church, vol. 2, 1871 {2T 501.3}; Testimony for the Church — No. 19 {T19 5.3}
The minister should, by precept and example, teach them to grow in grace and in the
knowledge of the truth
“ The churches need education more than censure. Instead of blaming them too severely for their
want of spirituality and neglect of duty, the minister should, by precept and example, teach them
to grow in grace and in the knowledge of the truth. “Whereof I am made a minister, according to
the dispensation of God which is given to me for you, to fulfill the word of God; even the mystery
which hath been hid from ages and from generations, but now is made manifest to His saints; to
whom God would make known what is the riches of the glory of this mystery among the Gentiles;
which is Christ in you, the hope of glory: whom we preach, warning every man, and teaching every
man in all wisdom; that we may present every man perfect in Christ Jesus: whereunto I also labor,
striving according to His working, which worketh in me mightily.”
Testimonies for the Church, vol. 4, 1881 {4T 269.1} ; Testimony for the Church — No. 27 {T27 188.1}
Let no minister think that a mere sermonizer is a laborer… Paul writes concerning the gospel
minister…
“The Lord calls for laborers in his vineyard but let no minister think that a mere sermonizer is a
laborer. He who ministers in the sacred desk must be a shepherd to the flock, or through his
careless, sinful neglect, the weak and the diseased will be left to die. We are in need of the
ministration of the tender Shepherd; for many are perishing for the lack of care. Paul writes
concerning the gospel minister; “Whereof I am made a minister [not a pulpit preacher],
saints: to whom God would make known what is the riches of the glory of this mystery among the
Gentiles; which is Christ in you, the hope of glory; whom we preach [and then consider our work
ended?-No, no], warning every man, and teaching every man in all wisdom; that we may present
every man perfect in Christ Jesus: whereunto I also labor, striving according to his working, which
worketh in me mightily.” The Review and Herald {RH August 23, 1892, par. 9}
The duty of the gospel minister is plainly revealed in the Word of God [Colossians 1:25-28.]
“The work of the minister is not finished when he leaves the pulpit. I have had presented before
me the wrong of criticizing ministers, and have also had presented before me the necessity of
thoroughness in dealing with those who need instruction both in our churches and schools. The duty
of the gospel minister is plainly revealed in the Word of God. “Whereof I am made a minister,
Gentiles; which is Christ in you, the hope of glory: whom we preach, warning every man, and
teaching every man in all wisdom; that we may present every man perfect in Christ Jesus.”
[Colossians 1:25-28.] “
Manuscript 67 {Ms 67, 1895, par. 2}; The Review and Herald {RH March 5, 1895, par. 2}
[Colossians 1:21-23, 26-28.] This work God calls on us to do
“What is the work which the Lord requires of us? The apostle Paul answers this question: “You
that were sometime alienated and enemies in your minds by wicked works, yet now hath he
reconciled in the body of his flesh through death, to present you holy and unblamable and
unreprovable in his sight: if ye continue in the faith grounded and settled, and be not moved away
from the hope of the gospel, which ye have heard. ... Even the mystery which hath been hid from
ages and from generations, but now is made manifest to his saints; to whom God would make known
the riches of this glory among the Gentiles; which is Christ in you the hope of glory: whom we
preach, warning every man, and teaching every man in all wisdom; that we may present every man
perfect in Christ Jesus.” [Colossians 1:21-23, 26-28.] This work God calls on us to do.”
The ministers… must be awake to the value of the hidden treasures of truth, and never be
satisfied until Christ is formed within, the hope of glory
“Throughout our ranks there must be more earnest devotion to God, and less dependence on form
and ceremony. Not only are there Sabbath school teachers who need the enlightenment of the Holy
Spirit, but there are ministers whose lips must be touched with a live coal from off the altar, or they
will not reach the souls of the lost. They must be awake to the value of the hidden treasures of
truth, and never be satisfied until Christ is formed within, the hope of glory. They cannot refresh
others with the waters of life if Christ is not within them as a well of water springing up unto
everlasting life. There are some who profess to be ministers of Christ whose sole resource is a stated
number of old, dry discourses. They preach on certain subjects over and over, and have lost sight of
the fact that they might have a recourse to the treasure house of heaven, from which they could bring
forth things both new and old. They fail to bring to the people the lessons which Christ taught to his
disciples, and the people of God are starving for the bread of life, for they desire to know what they
must do to be saved.” Sabbath-School Worker {SSW October 1, 1892, par. 4}
I know that those who bear the message of truth to them do not properly instruct them on all
points essential to the perfection of a symmetrical character in Christ Jesus
“As I see the wants in young churches, as I see and realize their great need of vital godliness and
their deficiency in true religious experience, my heart is sad. I know that those who bear the
message of truth to them do not properly instruct them on all points essential to the perfection
of a symmetrical character in Christ Jesus. These things may be neglected too long by the
teachers of the truth. Speaking of the gospel, Paul says: “Whereof I am made a minister, according
to the dispensation of God which is given to me for you, to fulfill the word of God, even the mystery
which hath been hid from ages and from generations, but now is made manifest to His saints: to
whom God would make known what is the riches of the glory of this mystery among the Gentiles
[mark the explanation of the mystery]; which is Christ in you, the hope of glory: whom we
preach, warning every man and teaching every man in all wisdom; that we may present every man
perfect in Christ Jesus: whereunto I also labor, striving according to His working, which worketh in
me mightily.” [Colossians 1:25-29] “
Testimonies for the Church, vol. 4, 1881 {4T 314.2}; Gospel Workers (1892/1893 ed.) {GW92 40.1}
We must be imbued with the Spirit of Jesus Christ, or we cannot manifest to others that Christ
is in us the hope of glory. We must have an indwelling Saviour
“We cannot let our light shine out to others, so as to attract their attention to heavenly things, unless
we have the light in us. We must be imbued with the Spirit of Jesus Christ, or we cannot
manifest to others that Christ is in us the hope of glory. We must have an indwelling Saviour,
or we cannot exemplify in our lives his life of devotion, his love, his gentleness, his pity, his
compassion, his self-denial, and purity. This is what we earnestly desire. This should be the study of
our lives, How shall I conform my character to the Bible standard of holiness?”
God desires to make known to you what is the richness of his glory, that you may preach the
mystery of salvation to those around you,—Christ in you the hope of glory
“We should not murmur if we are called upon to share the suffering part of religion. There are many
who do not feel averse to suffering, but they do not exercise simple, living faith. They say they do
not know what it means to take God at his word. They have a religion of outward forms and
observances. It is painful to see the unbelief that exists in the hearts of many of God's professed
followers. We have the most precious truths ever committed to mortals, and the faith of those who
have received these truths should correspond to their greatness and value. There are many who seem
to feel that they have a great work to do themselves before they can come to Christ for his salvation.
They seem to think that Jesus will come in at the very last of their struggle, and give them help by
putting the finishing touch to their life-work. It seems difficult for them to understand that Christ is a
complete Saviour, and able to save to the uttermost all that come unto God by him. They lose sight
of the fact that Christ himself is “the way, the truth, and the life.” When we individually rest upon
Christ, with full assurance of faith, trusting alone to the efficacy of his blood to cleanse from all sin,
we shall have peace in believing that what God has promised he is able to perform. As Christ
represented the Father, so we are to represent Christ to the world. We cannot transfer our obligation
to others. God desires to make known to you what is the richness of his glory, that you may
preach the mystery of salvation to those around you,—Christ in you the hope of glory.”
The Review and Herald {RH March 5, 1889, par. 6}; {1888 267.6 }
When Christ is in us the hope of glory, we are constantly directed to think and act in reference
to the glory of God
“It is the Spirit of God that quickens the lifeless faculties of the soul to appreciate heavenly things,
and attracts the affections toward God and the truth. Without the presence of Jesus in the heart,
religious service is only dead, cold formalism. The longing desire for communion with God soon
ceases when the Spirit of God is grieved from us; but when Christ is in us the hope of glory, we are
constantly directed to think and act in reference to the glory of God. The questions will arise,
“Will this do honor to Jesus? Will this be approved of by him? Shall I be able to maintain my
integrity if I enter into this agreement?” God will be made the counselor of the soul, and we shall be
led into safe paths, and the will of God will be made the supreme guide of our lives. This is heavenly
wisdom, imparted to the soul by the Father of light, and it makes the Christian, however humble, the
light of the world.” The Review and Herald {RH April 17, 1888, par. 14}; {RH August 10, 1911, par. 7} ;
Healthful Living, 1897 {HL 303.5}
Christ in them the hope of glory will be health to the body and strength to the soul
“… They need the transforming influence of the Spirit of God in order to be happy. They need to be
benefited by the mediation of Christ, in order to realize consolation, divine and substantial. “For he
that will love life, and see good days, let him refrain his tongue from evil, and his lips that they speak
no guile: let him eschew evil, and do good; let him seek peace, and ensue it. For the eyes of the Lord
are over the righteous, and His ears are open unto their prayers: but the face of the Lord is against
them that do evil.” Those who have an experimental knowledge of this scripture are truly happy.
They consider the approbation of Heaven of more worth than any earthly amusement; Christ in
them the hope of glory will be health to the body and strength to the soul.”
Testimonies for the Church, vol. 1, 1868 {1T 566.2}; Testimony for the Church — No. 12 {T12 94.1}
If Christ be in us the hope of glory, we shall discover such matchless charms in Him that the
soul will be enamored
“Subdue the carnal mind, reform the life, and the poor mortal frame will not be so idolized. If the
heart is reformed, it will be seen in the outward appearance. If Christ be in us the hope of glory, we
shall discover such matchless charms in Him that the soul will be enamored. It will cleave to
Him, choose to love Him, and in admiration of Him, self will be forgotten. Jesus will be magnified
and adored, and self abased and humbled. But a profession, without this deep love, is mere talk, dry
formality, and heavy drudgery. Many of you may retain a notion of religion in the head, an outside
religion, when the heart is not cleansed. God looks at the heart; “all things are naked and opened unto
the eyes of Him with whom we have to do.” Will He be satisfied with anything but truth in the
inward parts? Every truly converted soul will carry the unmistakable marks that the carnal mind is
subdued.” Testimonies for the Church, vol. 1, 1868 {1T 162.4}; Testimony for the Church — No. 4 {T04 11.3};
Spiritual Gifts, vol. 2, 1860 {2SG 263.2}
They will also feel its sweet peace and radiance upon their souls, affecting the life and
character; for Christ is in the soul the hope of glory
“Let anything and everything be neglected rather than this important work. How can you ask God to
convert your children when you have neglected your duty, and are remiss in doing the work that God
has enjoined upon parents to do? Everything connected with the service of God should be made most
attractive, but not by mixing self-indulgence and selfish gratification and worldly amusements with
religious experience. Understand yourselves the way to the fountain where you may quench
your thirst; then you can lead your dear children to the fountain that has refreshed you. Always bear
a cheerful countenance. Stop fretting; stop worrying; stop reproving; and be cheerful. Be a living
stone in God's building,—a stone emitting light. Then your children will see that Christians are
not cold, lifeless, dull, and uninteresting. While they feel, as every child should, the curbing power of
truth in the home and in the house of God, they will also feel its sweet peace and radiance upon
their souls, affecting the life and character; for Christ is in the soul the hope of glory.”
The Review and Herald {RH April 14, 1885, par. 14}
If Jesus Christ is in you, the hope of glory, your spirituality will rebuke the pride and
extravagance of the world
“The scorn and derision, which is called forth from that class who despise the truth of God, is a
compliment to Christian integrity. If you were of the world, you could enjoy its smiles, its flattery,
and its applause. If Jesus Christ is in you, the hope of glory, your spirituality will rebuke the
pride and extravagance of the world. Your faithful admonitions and your earnest prayers will not
harmonize with their ambition and you will be made the object of their derision and meanness. You
have a Master to serve who has redeemed you. The opposition which you will meet will not be small,
but you must cling to the Rock higher than you, and let the tempest beat and the waves roll high.
Never be beaten off from your hold. Your refuge will never fail you while you simply cling by living
faith to your strong Rock.” Letter 4a {Lt 4a, 1880, par. 10}
If Christ is in you “the hope of glory,” you will have no disposition to watch others, to expose
their errors
“If Christ is in you “the hope of glory,” you will have no disposition to watch others, to expose
their errors. Instead of seeking to accuse and condemn, it will be your object to help, to bless, and
to save. In dealing with those who are in error, you will heed the injunction, Consider “thyself, lest
thou also be tempted.” Galatians 6:1. You will call to mind the many times you have erred and how
hard it was to find the right way when you had once left it. You will not push your brother into
greater darkness, but with a heart full of pity will tell him of his danger.”
Thoughts From the Mount of Blessing, 1896 {MB 128.1}
Can we love to be with him in glory, and not follow him from the judgment-hall to Calvary? If
Christ be in us, the hope of glory, we shall walk even as he walked. We shall imitate his life of
self-sacrifice
“After this manifestation of love, shall we shrink from the small trials we have to bear? Can we love
Christ, and refuse to lift the cross? Can we love to be with him in glory, and not follow him from
the judgment-hall to Calvary? If Christ be in us, the hope of glory, we shall walk even as he
walked. We shall imitate his life of self-sacrifice; we shall drink of the cup from which he drank,
and be baptized with the baptism wherewith he was baptized; for Christ's sake we shall welcome a
life of devotion, trial, and self-denial. Thus beholding him, we shall be changed from glory to glory,
even as by the Spirit of the Lord.”
The Signs of the Times {ST July 8, 1897, par. 14}; Testimony for the Church — No. 15 {T15 60.2}
The change is itself the miracle of miracles. A change wrought by the Word, it is one of the
deepest mysteries of the Word. We can not understand it; we can only believe, that, as declared
by the Scriptures, it is “Christ in you, the hope of glory.”
“This experience is the highest evidence of the divine authorship of the Bible. We receive God's
Word as food for the soul, through the same evidence by which we receive bread as food for the
body. Bread supplies the need of our nature; we know by experience that it produces blood, bone,
and brain. Apply the same test to the Bible; when its principles have actually become the elements of
character, what has been the result? what changes have been made in the life?—“Old things are
passed away; behold, all things are become new.” In its power, men and women have broken the
chains of sinful habit. They have renounced selfishness. The profane have become reverent, the
drunken sober, the profligate pure. Souls that have borne the likeness of Satan, have been
transformed into the image of God. The change is itself the miracle of miracles. A change wrought
by the Word, it is one of the deepest mysteries of the Word. We can not understand it; we can
only believe, that, as declared by the Scriptures, it is “Christ in you, the hope of glory.”
Colossians 1:27.” The Signs of the Times {ST April 25, 1906, par. 5}; Education, 1903 {Ed 171.4}
“If any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are
become new.” 2 Corinthians 5:17. Through the power of Christ, men and women have broken the
chains of sinful habit. They have renounced selfishness. The profane have become reverent, the
drunken sober, the profligate pure. Souls that have borne the likeness of Satan have become
transformed into the image of God. This change is in itself the miracle of miracles. A change
wrought by the Word, it is one of the deepest mysteries of the Word. We cannot understand it;
we can only believe, as declared by the Scriptures, it is “Christ in you, the hope of glory.”
The Acts of the Apostles, 1911 {AA 476.1}
Those who cease to follow worldly practices, and choose to stand in the world as Christ’s
followers, will understand the mystery of godliness—Christ within, “the hope of glory.”
“Sanctify them through Thy truth: Thy word is truth. ... And for their sakes I sanctify Myself, that
they also might be sanctified through the truth.” [Verses 17, 19.] Those who cease to follow worldly
practices, and choose to stand in the world as Christ’s followers, will understand the mystery of
godliness—Christ within, “the hope of glory.” [Colossians 1:27.]”
If Christ, the hope of glory, is in you, the light of Heaven will shine from you into the moral
darkness of the world, and souls will be guided to the light of life
“Let us purify our souls by obeying the truth, lifting up “holy hands, without wrath and doubting,”
that we may obtain this heavenly gift, and realize, by a blessed experience, what is the meaning of
the words of the apostle: “filled with all the fullness of God.” There will be no question then but that
you will “do all things without murmurings and disputings; that ye may be blameless and harmless,
the sons of God, without rebuke, in the midst of a crooked and perverse nation, among whom ye
shine as lights in the world.” You will “work out your own salvation with fear and trembling,”
knowing that “it is God which worketh in you both to will and to do of his good pleasure.” You must
come closer to Jesus. There is a great work to be done in the world, and your influence is as far-
reaching as eternity. You must be rooted and grounded in the truth. If Christ, the hope of glory, is
in you, the light of Heaven will shine from you into the moral darkness of the world, and souls
will be guided to the light of life. You will be a chosen vessel, through which God will make
manifest the riches of his saving power. Christ will be in you “a well of water, springing up into
everlasting life.” You will be daily refreshed by the streams of his salvation, and you will be a source
of refreshment to those around you, for from you will “flow rivers of living water.” The beauty of
holiness will be seen in your life, for the comeliness of Christ will be put upon you. You will be a
light-bearer in the world. Nothing short of this will be consistent with your holy faith and exalted
calling. Your example and influence must be wholly on the Lord's side. Our Master has said that “he
that gathereth not with me scattereth abroad.” The Signs of the Times {ST February 24, 1888, par. 8}
You have been drinking from the stream which makes glad the city of God. Then your joy will
be full; for Christ will be in you, the hope of glory
“Christ has said: “If any man thirst, let him come unto me, and drink.” Have you exhausted the
fountain?—No; for it is inexhaustible. Just as soon as you feel your need, you may drink, and drink
again. The fountain is always full. And when you have once drank of that fountain, you will not be
seeking to quench your thirst from the broken cisterns of this world; you will not be studying how
you can find the most pleasure, amusement, fun, and frolic. No; because you have been drinking
from the stream which makes glad the city of God. Then your joy will be full; for Christ will be
in you, the hope of glory.” The Review and Herald {RH March 15, 1892, par. 5}
6. WHEN CHRIST IS FORMED WITHIN, THE HOPE OF GLORY, THEN…

When Christ is formed within, the hope of glory, a decided change will be seen in the religious
experience
When Christ is formed within, the hope of glory, then the truth of God will so act upon the natural
temperament that its transforming power will be seen in changed characters
Having Christ within the hope of glory, there will be wrought in you a radical change of thought and
capacity for enjoyment, an altogether different character to what you now possess
If Christ is formed within, the hope of glory, you will put away all vanity and foolish speaking. You
will be sanctified through the truth
When Christ is formed in you the hope of glory, you will begin to lay aside your favorite sins. You
will fear to offend God, and you will love His law
The soul who has found the Lord will renounce every evil work, will cease to do evil and learn to do
well, because Christ is formed within the hope of glory
You are to cease to sin because Christ is formed within, the hope of glory
Where Christ is formed within, the hope of glory, the character is continually being molded after the
model of the divine character
6.2 New character

When Christ is formed within, the hope of glory, you will be well balanced
When the heart is renewed by the Spirit of God, when consecration to God is maintained, there can
be only love and thankfulness and praise in the heart, because Jesus is within, the hope of glory, and
they live as seeing him who is invisible
When Christ is formed within, the hope of glory, you will hear with sanctified ears, and see with
sanctified eyes, and speak with sanctified tongues. Then you will act as brethren, branches in the
same vine
As God is pure in His sphere, so man is to be pure in his. And he will be pure if Christ is formed
within, the hope of glory; for he will imitate Christ’s life and reflect His character
Physical, mental, and moral strength increase, because the atmosphere of heaven, as a living, active
agency, fills the soul. Christ is formed within, the hope of glory
True wisdom is infinitely above the comprehension of the worldly wise. The hidden wisdom, which
is Christ formed within, the hope of glory, is a wisdom high as heaven
The strife to be first will no longer exist; for Christ is formed within, the hope of glory. Pure and
undefiled religion will be seen in our lives
I have a continual longing for Christ to be formed within, the hope of glory. I long to be beautified
every day with the meekness and gentleness of Christ
If Christ were formed within, “the hope of glory,” we would seek with all our power to bring solid
timbers into our character-building
Christ alone, formed within the hope of glory, will enable you to wrestle successfully

When Christ is formed within, the hope of glory, the true, joyous life of the soul begins
The true, joyous life of the soul is to have Christ formed within, the hope of glory. Then will the
servants of the Master feel that it is safe to follow where he leads.
The life of Christ must become our life, our light, our exceeding great reward… If Christ is indeed
formed within, the Hope of glory, the soul will be filled with Christlike joy
And when we enjoy Christ and the fulness of His salvation, you will see countenances here that will
speak; countenances here that will tell you that Christ is formed within, the hope of glory; that Christ
is there; that His life is there; that His joy is there; that His peace is there
Christ formed within, the hope of glory, will make you a happy man
6.4 Unity
They are like the many branches that are united to one stock. This is the unity that will exist among
those in whose hearts Christ is formed, the hope of glory
The disciples were to love one another as Christ had loved them. This was to be their testimony to
the world that Christ was formed within, the hope of glory
If Christ indeed is formed within, the hope of glory, there will be union and love in the home. Christ
abiding in the heart of the wife, will be at agreement with Christ abiding in the heart of the husband.
If Christ is formed within, the hope of glory, the husband and wife will not talk of their unsuitability
to each other
If the… brethren try to be like Him, they will plant their feet upon the same foundation of truth; the
same spirit that dwells in one will dwell in the other—Christ in them, the hope of glory
He who is imbued with the love of Christ is one with Him. He is drawn out in communion with
Jesus. He abides in Christ, and Christ abides in him. Christ is formed within, the hope of glory

If Christ be in us the hope of glory, we shall walk even as he walked; we shall imitate his life of
sacrifice to save others
If Christ is indeed formed within, the hope of glory, His Holy Spirit works through the human agent
to save other souls for whom He has died
In charity, in simplicity, and integrity, all who have Christ formed within, the hope of glory, are
workers together with God. They are God's husbandry; they are God's building
If Christ is formed within the hope of glory, they will seek to save those that are lost
If Christ is formed within, the hope of glory, they have wisdom from God, not only to eat of Christ,
but to feed the flock of God in due season, giving to every man his portion
When Christ is formed within, the hope of glory, right lines of work will be taken hold of. The
worker will realize that he is the representative of Christ
When Christ is formed within, the hope of glory, the worker will realize that as the representative of
Christ, words and works and thoughts must be such as can meet the approval of God
Have you individually made use of the knowledge you have? Arouse you to a holy determination.
Exert an increasing, persevering influence for Christ, who is formed within, the hope of glory

If Jesus is formed within, the hope of glory, you will surely reveal Christ in speaking of Him; if His
peace is in your heart, you will surely express the same in your words and in your actions
When we come into the meeting… we will have something to say. It is because you have Christ
formed within you, and you cannot keep Him boxed up in the heart… You must reveal Him
If Christ is formed within the hope of glory, he will not be a hidden thing, like the precious ointment
that is sealed in the bottle and never broken
If Christ is formed within, the hope of glory, He will be revealed in the character, which will be
Christlike. We are to represent Christ to the world as Christ represented the Father
If Christ is indeed formed within, the hope of glory, we shall manifest that tenderness, that love, that
fervency of spirit, which reveals his character
When each member of the church can say, “I am crucified with Christ; nevertheless I live; yet not I,
but Christ liveth in me”… then Christ, the hope of glory, will be revealed in his people
Is Christ formed within us, the hope of glory?... If we put on Christ, and wear His garment of
righteousness, we shall certainly reveal the bright beams of His righteousness by pure and holy
conversation
Let us abide in Jesus. Then he alone—formed within, the hope of glory—will appear in our every
word and deed
The soul must have the vivifying influence of the breath of life from Christ, in order to reveal that
If Christ were formed within you, the hope of glory, if you revealed His kindness and love, would
not this break down the obstinacy of the youthful workers in the Office…?
Those who carry responsibilities… Has Christ been formed within, the hope of glory? Is the Saviour
revealed in words and works?
When this love is expressed in the character, it reveals to all those with whom we associate that it is
possible for God to be formed within, the hope of glory
The expression that reveals that Christ is formed within the hope of glory tells wonderfully, even
with worldly people… This communion with God imparts a moral elevation to the entire course of
action and character

He who has Christ formed within, the hope of glory, will “show out of a good conversation his works
with meekness of wisdom” [James 3:13]
You are to work patiently; you are to work kindly; you are to show that Jesus Christ is formed
Let us show Christ formed within, the hope of glory, by the fruit that we bear, and thus we can
evidence to the world a living Saviour
If we take this responsibility, and meet the requirements of God as we should, we shall be constituted
the light of the world, because Christ is formed within, the hope of glory
If Christ were formed within, the hope of glory, conformity to His image would be seen, and the
church trials which separate the members from Christ would disappear
For this were you chosen, to glorify God by being a witness daily of the sacred and eternal truth,
demonstrating in character that Christ is formed within, the hope of glory
If some one says something that stirs you up, and you feel the words are unjust, show him by a well-
ordered life and a godly conversation that Christ is formed within, the hope of glory. Remember that
silence is eloquence
Let us strive to be Christians (Christ-like) in every sense of the word, and let our dress, conversation
and actions preach that Christ is formed within, the hope of glory…
God's purpose for you is that you shall live a life that will make others better,—a life which will
show that Christ is formed within, the hope of glory
Christ is to be formed in us, the hope of glory. We are to live His life, that our lives may show forth
to the world the love of God and power of the gospel
All who are connected with our health institutions should live in such close connection with God that
it can be seen that Christ is formed within, the hope of glory

If Christ is formed within, the hope of glory, it will be made manifest in the development of our
character and actions; for there will appear the likeness of Christ in our life
If Christ is formed within, the hope of glory, his saving grace will be manifested in sympathy and
love for perishing souls
Everyone who has thus been renewed will manifest kindness, forbearance, and generosity; in this,
confessing that Christ, the hope of glory, is formed within
When Christ is formed within, the hope of glory, there will be no scheming to gain advantage over
others; but there will be seen an earnest endeavor to manifest the virtues of Christ
If Christ is formed within, the hope of glory, we have a hope in God that it is impossible for us to
keep to ourselves
The soul imbued with the love of Christ is one with him; he communes with Christ, Christ is formed
within, the hope of glory, and the Christian goes forth to represent the Father and the Son to the
world
We must have Christian perfection ourselves, then we cannot only teach the same, but exemplify that

If Jesus be formed within, the hope of glory, the illiterate as well as the educated can bear the
testimony of our faith, saying, “I know in whom I have believed.”
I am unable to do anything without the Holy Spirit’s guidance. If Christ be formed within, the hope
of glory, then the works will testify to the truth.
The disciples were to love one another as Christ had loved them. This was to be their testimony to
the world that Christ was formed within, the hope of glory
Christ had bidden the first disciples love one another as He had loved them. Thus they were to bear
testimony to the world that Christ was formed within, the hope of glory
They were to love one another as Christ had loved them. These were their credentials that Christ was
You can tell the story of the cross with a deep appreciation of the Saviour’s love; for this love has
melted and transformed your heart. You bear about with you in the daily life the sign that Christ is
You will bear about with you in the daily life the witness that Christ is formed within, the hope of
glory
The evidence of his apostleship is written upon the hearts of those converted, and is witnessed to by
their renewed lives. Christ is formed within, the hope of glory. A minister is greatly strengthened by
these seals of his ministry
6.10 True christian

If we are Christians indeed, Christ is formed within, the hope of glory. This brings a light into the
chambers of the mind and the soul temple which nothing can put out
To be Christ's… is to have Christ formed within, the hope of glory
But genuine Christlikeness cannot be manifested in the character until Christ is received by faith, and
The only way in which we can distinguish between the true Christian and the pretender to
Christianity is by the fruit of the life. The works will testify whether or not Christ, the hope of glory,
is formed within.
The true Christian will not choose the company of the unconverted. If Christ is formed within, the
hope of glory, we cannot enjoy the malarious spiritual atmosphere which surrounds the souls of the
irreligious
A healthy Christian is one who has Christ formed within, the hope of glory. He loves truth, purity,
and holiness, and will manifest spiritual vitality, having love for the word of God
In the hearts of all who receive Him Christ will be formed, the hope of glory. The Saviour says to
everyone for whom He has died, You must receive the Holy Spirit, the Spirit of adoption
He in whose heart Christ is formed, he to whom Christ is the hope of glory, enlightening,
sanctifying, strengthening, will be preserved from the false representations that will be made of God
6. WHEN CHRIST IS FORMED WITHIN, THE HOPE OF GLORY, THEN…
When Christ is formed within, the hope of glory, a decided change will be seen in the religious
experience
“Exercise is essential to growth in grace. When the spiritually diseased are given exercise in spiritual
things, there is seen a transformation of character. But spirituality can not grow while the heart is full
of the corrupting sores of selfishness. The soul must be cleansed and purified by the refining grace of
God. The channel of communication between earth and heaven must be kept free from all
obstruction, that the soul may receive from Christ a supply of living water. Every spiritual muscle
and sinew must be put to the test. God has given us many opportunities to work for Him. Unless we
improve these opportunities, we can not be growing Christians. When Christ is formed within, the
hope of glory, a decided change will be seen in the religious experience of professing Christians.”
The Signs of the Times {ST September 18, 1901, par. 7}; Manuscript 50 {Ms 50, 1901, par. 19}
When Christ is formed within, the hope of glory, then the truth of God will so act upon the
natural temperament that its transforming power will be seen in changed characters
“When Christ is formed within, the hope of glory, then the truth of God will so act upon the
natural temperament that its transforming power will be seen in changed characters. You will
not then, by revealing an unsanctified heart and temper, turn the truth of God into a lie before any of
your pupils. Nor will you, by manifesting a selfish, un-Christlike spirit, give the impression that the
grace of Christ is not sufficient for you at all times and in all places. You will show that the authority
of God over you is not in name only, but in reality and truth.”
Counsels to Parents, Teachers, and Students, 1913 {CT 194.1}
Having Christ within the hope of glory, there will be wrought in you a radical change of
thought and capacity for enjoyment, an altogether different character to what you now possess
“This is the experience that you must gain. Without this, you will never see the kingdom of God. If
you desire to be a Christian, you must change square about. You now reveal that you are not in
service to God but in the gall of bitterness. When you shall cultivate altogether different habits, you
will not have excited within you any wish that needs to be repressed. Having Christ within the hope
of glory, there will be wrought in you a radical change of thought and capacity for enjoyment,
an altogether different character to what you now possess. When Christ shall dwell in your heart
by faith, your frivolity and cheapness of mind will be seen by you in all its objectionable character.
God will be all and in all, the very perfection of happiness.” Manuscript 13 {Ms 13, 1897, par. 8}
If Christ is formed within, the hope of glory, you will put away all vanity and foolish speaking.
You will be sanctified through the truth
“ If Christ is formed within, the hope of glory, you will put away all vanity and foolish speaking.
You will be sanctified through the truth. You will so labor for God that you can have an approving
conscience in your ministerial work and you can say with the devoted Saint Paul that you are clean
from the blood of all men. But you cannot say this unless you are constantly gaining wisdom and
knowledge from God as the branch draws nourishment from the living vine—unless His Holy Spirit
is resting upon you, and you are taking Jesus into your heart, thinking and talking of Jesus and doing
His work wherever you are. This is the only way that we can work successfully in these last times.
Christ was Himself the example we should follow, not merely in outward form, but as He was in
purity, self-denial, meekness, and love, so we should follow Him in the world. His humiliation, His
reproach, His crucifixion and His cross He gave to His disciples. He also gave to them the glory that
was given Him. He said, ‘The works that I do shall ye do also, and greater works than these shall ye
do because I go to my Father.’ [John 14:12.] “ Manuscript 6 {Ms 6, 1888, par. 7}; {1888 70.3}
When Christ is formed in you the hope of glory, you will begin to lay aside your favorite sins.
You will fear to offend God, and you will love His law
“Our work may seem at times to be very discouraging, but if one soul is turned from the error of his
way to righteousness, there is joy in heaven. The Father and the Son rejoice in the presence of the
angels. The song of triumph and victory is sung and echoed and reechoed through the courts of
heaven. Then why should we not be wise in this life and work for the glory of God. ‘They that be
wise shall shine as the brightness of the firmament; and they that turn many to righteousness as the
stars forever and ever.’ [Daniel 12:3.] We want that our lives here shall be refined, ennobled,
elevated, like Jesus Christ’s. When Christ is formed in you the hope of glory, you will begin to lay
aside your favorite sins. You will fear to offend God, and you will love His law.”
Manuscript 6a {Ms 6a, 1886, par. 28}
The soul who has found the Lord will renounce every evil work, will cease to do evil and learn
to do well, because Christ is formed within the hope of glory
“When the sinner sees Jesus lifted up on the cross, dying that he might not perish but have
everlasting life, he realizes something of the enormity of sin, and longs for pardon for all his
transgressions, and for the favor of God. As the Holy Spirit impresses his mind, he prays most
earnestly, and believes that if he asks, he shall receive. He presents the promise, “If we confess our
sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.” He
rejoices in the pardoning love of God; and his sincerity in the service of God, the reality of his
conversion, is made manifest by the vigor of his endeavor to obey all God's commandments. The
soul who has found the Lord will renounce every evil work, will cease to do evil and learn to do
well, because Christ is formed within, the hope of glory. “
The Review and Herald {RH September 3, 1901, par. 9}; {Ms 40, 1894, par. 24}
You are to cease to sin because Christ is formed within, the hope of glory
“It is the duty of every minister of Christ to guard souls against presumption, to guard them against
the belief that they can sin, that they are safe for eternity. On the other hand, it is the duty of
ministers to see to make everyone realize the value of his privileges in the gospel. The sinner may
have an understanding of the provisions for his salvation that has been purchased at infinite cost; he
man know that he has a right to secure a title to an immortal inheritance. It should be set before the
people that to mourn constantly over sin, to chasten themselves, is no evidence of Christian humility.
To always be in doubt of your acceptance with God, to live under a cloud of God’s displeasure, is
not true religion. You are to cease to sin because Christ is formed within, the hope of glory.”
Letter 8a {Lt 8a, 1890, par. 15}
Where Christ is formed within, the hope of glory, the character is continually being molded
after the model of the divine character
“ Where Christ is formed within, the hope of glory, the character is continually being molded
after the model of the divine character. The grace of Christ is constantly exerting its influence
upon the life and actions. The manner of the true Christian becomes like the manner of Christ, and
his character represents the character of Christ. Christ can take the different members of the family,
with all their varied characteristics, and by his rich grace, fashion them all in the image of the divine.
He can bring them all into conformity to his will, and show forth through them the influence of the
truth upon mind and character, to a crooked and perverse generation among whom they shine as
lights in the world.” The Review and Herald {RH July 18, 1893, par. 2}
6.2 New character
When Christ is formed within, the hope of glory, you will be well balanced
“When Christ is formed within, the hope of glory, you will be well balanced; you will not be
changeable, but will rise above the influences that discourage and discompose those who are not
stayed upon Christ. You will be enabled to prove that it is possible to be a wise, successful physician,
and at the same time an active Christian, serving the Lord in sincerity. Godliness is the foundation of
true dignity and completeness of character.” Manuscript 53 {Ms 53, 1907, par. 8}; {Lt 55, 1887, par. 15};
Letters from Ellen G. White to Sanitarium Workers {SpTB15 12.4}
When the heart is renewed by the Spirit of God, when consecration to God is maintained, there
can be only love and thankfulness and praise in the heart, because Jesus is within, the hope of
glory, and they live as seeing him who is invisible
“But how shall we know that we are in Christ?—We may know it by the character of our fruit. The
fruit borne on the Christian tree is holiness of heart,—wholeness to Christ. God will be in the
thoughts of the Christian, and he will love those for whom Christ has died. He will follow in the path
of self-denial, and his life will be fragrant with the love of Jesus. He will delight more in
contemplation of the love of God than in anything earth can offer. He will prefer his plain, homely
duties rather than romantic novelties, and will be satisfied with the place God has appointed him.
When the heart is renewed by the Spirit of God, when consecration to God is maintained, there
can be only love and thankfulness and praise in the heart, because Jesus is within, the hope of
glory, and they live as seeing him who is invisible. Christ is in him a well of water springing up
unto everlasting life, and the true follower of Christ strengthens the good purposes of everyone with
whom he comes in contact. Such believers are living, growing Christians. They carry with them the
fragrance of holiness, and are reaching on to the measure of the stature of men and women in Christ
Jesus.” The Signs of the Times {ST April 3, 1893, par. 6}
When Christ is formed within, the hope of glory, you will hear with sanctified ears, and see
with sanctified eyes, and speak with sanctified tongues. Then you will act as brethren, branches
in the same vine
“Brethren, take hold together, first to reform yourselves; then, working under the one head, Christ
Jesus, you will show perfect love and compassion while you try to reform the youth. You know not
the science of being molded and fashioned after the divine similitude. When Christ is formed
within, the hope of glory, you will hear with sanctified ears, and see with sanctified eyes, and
speak with sanctified tongues. Then you will act as brethren, branches in the same vine.”
Letter 37a {Lt 37a, 1900, par. 19}
As God is pure in His sphere, so man is to be pure in his. And he will be pure if Christ is
formed within, the hope of glory; for he will imitate Christ’s life and reflect His character
“Even though the men and women at the head of our missions are in character as pure as fine gold,
they need constant connection with God in order to keep themselves pure and to know how to
manage the youth discreetly, so that all shall keep their thoughts untainted, uncorrupted. Let the
lessons be of an elevated, ennobling character that the mind may be filled with pure and noble
thoughts. “Every man that hath this hope in him purifieth himself, even as he (God) is pure.” [1 John
3:3.] As God is pure in His sphere, so man is to be pure in his. And he will be pure if Christ is
formed within, the hope of glory; for he will imitate Christ’s life and reflect His character.”
Manuscript 19a {Ms 19a, 1890, par. 11}; General Conference Daily Bulletin {GCDB February 6, 1893, Art. B,
par. 9}; Gospel Workers (1915 ed.) {GW 366.1}
Physical, mental, and moral strength increase, because the atmosphere of heaven, as a living,
active agency, fills the soul. Christ is formed within, the hope of glory
“Pure and undefiled religion is not a sentiment, but the doing of works of mercy and love. This
religion is necessary to health and happiness. It enters the polluted soul-temple, and with a scourge
drives out the sinful intruders. Taking the throne, it consecrates all by its presence, illuminating the
heart with the bright beams of the Sun of Righteousness. It opens the windows of the soul
heavenward, letting in the sunshine of God's love. With it comes serenity and composure. Physical,
mental, and moral strength increase, because the atmosphere of heaven, as a living, active
agency, fills the soul. Christ is formed within, the hope of glory.” The Review and Herald {RH
October 15, 1901, par. 4}; {Lt 7, 1901, par. 7}; Messages to Young People {MYP 142.1}; {1MCP 27.2}
True wisdom is infinitely above the comprehension of the worldly wise. The hidden wisdom,
which is Christ formed within, the hope of glory, is a wisdom high as heaven
“The gospel message is far from being opposed to true knowledge and intellectual attainments. It is
itself true science, true intellectual knowledge. True wisdom is infinitely above the comprehension
of the worldly wise. The hidden wisdom, which is Christ formed within, the hope of glory, is a
wisdom high as heaven. The deep principles of godliness are sublime and eternal. A Christian
experience alone can help us to understand this problem, and obtain the treasures of knowledge
which have been hidden in the counsels of God, but are now made known to all who have a vital
connection with Christ. All who will may know of the doctrine.”
The Review and Herald {RH July 18, 1899, par. 15}; {6BC 1114.1}
The strife to be first will no longer exist; for Christ is formed within, the hope of glory. Pure
and undefiled religion will be seen in our lives
“Christ is our personal Saviour, and if we are His disciples, the wrongdoing will cease, the lifting up
of the soul unto vanity will come to an end; all unrighteousness will come to an end. The strife to be
first will no longer exist; for Christ is formed within, the hope of glory. Pure and undefiled
religion will be seen in our lives.“
Manuscript 108 {Ms 108, 1898, par. 11}; The Youth’s Instructor {YI December 8, 1898, par. 9}
I have a continual longing for Christ to be formed within, the hope of glory. I long to be
beautified every day with the meekness and gentleness of Christ
“I have a continual longing for Christ to be formed within, the hope of glory. I long to be
beautified every day with the meekness and gentleness of Christ, growing in grace and in the
knowledge of Jesus Christ up to the full stature of men and women in Christ Jesus. I must as an
individual, through the grace given me of Jesus Christ, keep my own soul in health by keeping it as a
divine channel through which His grace, His love, His patience, His meekness shall flow to the
world. This is my duty and no less the duty of every church member who claims to be a son or a
daughter of God. “ Manuscript 53 {Ms 53, 1890, par. 43}; {1888 778.1}
If Christ were formed within, “the hope of glory,” we would seek with all our power to bring
solid timbers into our character-building
“If Christ were formed within, “the hope of glory,” we would seek with all our power to bring
solid timbers into our character-building. [Colossians 1:27.] If we were clad in the garments of
Christ’s righteousness, clad in meekness and lowliness, we would find our highest joy in talking
about Christ. And daily we would enjoy the sense of His converting power upon our souls. No time
would be devoted to talking of the defects of others, no inclination would be felt to stir up strife.
Instead, we would dwell upon the best characteristics of those for whom Christ has died.”
Letter 68 {Lt 68, 1896, par. 14}
Christ alone, formed within the hope of glory, will enable you to wrestle successfully
“You have a decided part to act in gaining your own salvation through the merits of the blood of a
crucified Redeemer. Activity in the right direction is to be shown. Your time is precious. Overcome
the pride that would keep you from yielding to Christ. He alone, formed within the hope of glory,
will enable you to wrestle successfully. Your way is not God’s way. Your character is in need of a
decided change.” Letter 269 {Lt 269, 1904, par. 8}
When Christ is formed within, the hope of glory, the true, joyous life of the soul begins
“The religion of the Bible takes men as they are, with all their wants and weaknesses. It satisfies the
restless cravings of the mind, ennobles the aspirations, purifies the heart. When Christ is formed
within, the hope of glory, the true, joyous life of the soul begins. Those who feed upon the bread of
life, so freely provided in the store-house of God's word, will become strong and vigorous to labor
for Christ and for their fellow-men.” The Signs of the Times {ST February 23, 1882, par. 8}
“We can not buy salvation, but we are to seek for it as interestedly and perseveringly as if we would
abandon everything in the world for it, selling all that we have to obtain this treasure which is above
price. By accepting Christ, by making Him all and in all, we shall obtain an invaluable experience;
for good works will surely follow all who receive Him. The true, strong, joyous life of the soul
begins when Christ is formed within, the hope of glory. “As many as received Him, to them gave
He power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe on His name.”
The Signs of the Times {ST December 15, 1898, par. 5}
The true, joyous life of the soul is to have Christ formed within, the hope of glory. Then will the
servants of the Master feel that it is safe to follow where he leads.
“The true, joyous life of the soul is to have Christ formed within, the hope of glory. Then will
the servants of the Master feel that it is safe to follow where he leads. They may climb the
mountain steeps or tread the burning desert sands singing over the hardest paths, because Jesus is
their companion. Had ancient Israel but cherished gratitude to God for his preserving care for his
divine companionship in the shadowy cloud and the fiery pillar; had they, instead of murmuring,
recounted the blessings which God had bestowed upon them; had they cherished faith, and laid aside
their fears and anxieties—they might ever have had the presence of the Divine Helper, and he would
have lifted the burden from every weary soul.” The Signs of the Times {ST October 21, 1880, par. 10 }
The life of Christ must become our life, our light, our exceeding great reward… If Christ is
indeed formed within, the Hope of glory, the soul will be filled with Christlike joy
“The life of Christ must become our life, our light, our exceeding great reward. Then our words
will bear a living testimony that in our lives we are not lying against the truth we claim to believe. If
Christ is indeed formed within, the Hope of glory, the soul will be filled with Christlike joy. As
true believers, we shall sit together with Christ in heavenly places. Our hearts will be humble, our
spirits contrite. We will have fervent love one for another, <and the preparedness for heaven will
begin with us here on earth,> and the world will believe that God has sent His Son into the world to
save sinners. The proof that we are not of the world will be the manifestation of Christ’s glory—His
character—in the life practice. When He dwells in the heart, we shall manifest that tenderness, that
love, that fervency of spirit, which reveals His character formed within. Many will acknowledge that
Christ’s followers can with truthfulness say, “Thy gentleness hath made me great.” [Psalm 18:35.] “
And when we enjoy Christ and the fulness of His salvation, you will see countenances here that
will speak; countenances here that will tell you that Christ is formed within, the hope of glory;
that Christ is there; that His life is there; that His joy is there; that His peace is there
“What we want is, while together, not to push one another down hill, but to help one another climb
heavenward; help one another to get into the bright beams of the Sun of Righteousness, for God is
above the ladder. The ladder is to climb; it is not to go back a single step, but to climb heavenward.
Heaven is what we want, and we want to bring all we can right into our present life, our present
enjoyment. And when we enjoy Christ and the fulness of His salvation, you will see
countenances here that will speak; countenances here that will tell you that Christ is formed
within, the hope of glory; that Christ is there; that His life is there; that His joy is there; that His
peace is there. That is a person that I can counsel with. He will cite me to God and heaven.”
Christ formed within, the hope of glory, will make you a happy man
“Christ speaks to you the words He spoke to Nicodemus: “Ye must be born again.” [John 3:7.] Seek
God with all the heart, that you may be converted. Make your religion a personal matter. Instead of
talking so much, obey the words, “Be still, and know that I am God.” [Psalm 46:10.] The influence
you exert in your home is not savory. You need to change right about. If you are saved, it must be by
humbling yourself under the mighty hand of God. Under the divine influence of truth, set your
words and actions in order. Christ formed within, the hope of glory, will make you a happy
man.” Letter 95 {Lt 95, 1901, par. 23}
6.4 Unity
They are like the many branches that are united to one stock. This is the unity that will exist
among those in whose hearts Christ is formed, the hope of glory
“Those who walk in the light of Christ reject no message of truth, and the fruit of their acceptance of
truth is unity among themselves. Christ is their center, Christ is to them the way, the truth, and the
life. But those who simply cry, “Christ, Christ,” and do not accept the words of Christ, are not
partakers of his divine nature, and do not eat of his flesh, or drink of his blood. Those who live by
every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God will not, cannot, be at variance; for they are
like the many branches that are united to one stock. This is the unity that will exist among those
in whose hearts Christ is formed, the hope of glory. Those who are united with Christ will have
respect unto all God's commandments, and will accept the light that shines upon their pathway.” The
Signs of the Times {ST May 23, 1895, par. 6}
The disciples were to love one another as Christ had loved them. This was to be their testimony
to the world that Christ was formed within, the hope of glory
“How broad, how full, is this love! The disciples were to love one another as Christ had loved
them. This was to be their testimony to the world that Christ was formed within, the hope of
glory. At the time the disciples did not understand the new part of that commandment; but after the
sufferings of Christ, after His crucifixion and resurrection and ascension to heaven, they began to
have some idea of what the love of God comprehended, and of the love they were to exercise one
toward another. After the Holy Spirit rested upon them on the day of Pentecost, that love was
revealed. John could say to his fellow-disciples: “Hereby perceive we the love of God, because He
laid down His life for us; and we ought to lay down our lives for the brethren. But whoso hath this
world's good, and seeth his brother have need, and shutteth up his bowels of compassion from him,
how dwelleth the love of God in him? My little children, let us not love in word, neither in tongue;
but in deed and in truth.” “And we have known and believed the love that God hath to us. God is
love; and he that dwelleth in love dwelleth in God, and God in him.” “Beloved, let us love one
another; for love is of God; and every one that loveth is born of God, and knoweth God. He that
loveth not knoweth not God; for God is love. In this was manifested the love of God toward us,
because that God sent His only-begotten Son into the world, that we might live through Him. Herein
is love, not that we loved God, but that He loved us, and sent His son to be the propitiation for our
sins. Beloved, if God so loved us, we ought also to love one another.... If we love one another, God
dwelleth in us, and His love is perfected in us.” The Signs of the Times {ST October 20, 1898, par. 7}
If Christ indeed is formed within, the hope of glory, there will be union and love in the home.
Christ abiding in the heart of the wife, will be at agreement with Christ abiding in the heart of
the husband.
“If we are doers of the word, we shall daily bear the cross after Jesus, subdue self, and thus bring
harmony into the home life. The sweetest type of heaven is a home where the Spirit of the Lord
presides. If the will of God is fulfilled, the husband and wife will respect each other, and cultivate
love and confidence. Anything that would mar the peace and unity of the family should be firmly
repressed, and kindness and love should be cherished. He who manifests the spirit of tenderness,
forbearance, and love, will find that the same spirit will be reflected upon him. Where the Spirit of
God reigns, there will be no talk of unsuitability in the marriage relation. If Christ indeed is formed
within, the hope of glory, there will be union and love in the home. Christ abiding in the heart of
the wife, will be at agreement with Christ abiding in the heart of the husband. They will be
striving together for the mansions Christ has gone to prepare for those who love him.”
The Signs of the Times {ST November 14, 1892, par. 2}; The Adventist Home {AH 120.1}; Counsels for the
Church {CCh 131.3}
If Christ is formed within, the hope of glory, the husband and wife will not talk of their
unsuitability to each other
“If Christ is formed within, the hope of glory, the husband and wife will not talk of their
unsuitability to each other. If Christ abides in the heart of the wife, she will be at agreement with
the husband if Christ abides in his heart. If one errs, the other will exercise Christlike forbearance
and not draw coldly away.” Letter 18b {Lt 18b, 1891, par. 14}
If the… brethren try to be like Him, they will plant their feet upon the same foundation of
truth; the same spirit that dwells in one will dwell in the other—Christ in them, the hope of
glory
“I was almost afraid to come to this country because I heard so many say that the different
nationalities of Europe were peculiar and had to be reached in a certain way. But the wisdom of God
is promised to those who feel their need and who ask for it. God can bring the people where they will
receive the truth. Let the Lord take possession of the mind and mold it as the clay is molded in the
hands of the potter, and these differences will not exist. Look to Jesus, brethren; copy His manners
and spirit, and you will have no trouble in reaching these different classes. We have not six patterns
to follow, nor five; we have only one, and that is Christ Jesus. If the Italian brethren, the French
brethren, and the German brethren try to be like Him, they will plant their feet upon the same
foundation of truth; the same spirit that dwells in one will dwell in the other—Christ in them,
the hope of glory. I warn you, brethren and sisters, not to build up a wall of partition between
different nationalities. On the contrary, seek to break it down wherever it exists. We should endeavor
to bring all into the harmony that there is in Jesus, laboring for the one object, the salvation of our
fellow men.” Testimonies for the Church, vol. 9, 1909 {9T 181.1}; {Ms 135, 1901, par. 27}; Testimonies for
the Church Regarding the Spirit of Unity {SpTB04 4.3}; Historical Sketches, 1886 {HS 137.2}; Counsels for
the Church {CCh 288.3}
He who is imbued with the love of Christ is one with Him. He is drawn out in communion with
Jesus. He abides in Christ, and Christ abides in him. Christ is formed within, the hope of glory
“A response from the heart to the gospel message means life and hope and restfulness and peace. He
who is imbued with the love of Christ is one with Him. He is drawn out in communion with
Jesus. He abides in Christ, and Christ abides in him. Christ is formed within, the hope of glory.”
Letter 4 {Lt 4, 1898, par. 22}
If Christ be in us the hope of glory, we shall walk even as he walked; we shall imitate his life of
sacrifice to save others
“If Christ be in us the hope of glory, we shall walk even as he walked; we shall imitate his life of
sacrifice to save others; we shall welcome a life of devotion, trial, and self-denial for his sake; so
shall we share in his eternal joy and bliss.” The Watchman {SW February 11, 1908, par. 17}
If Christ is indeed formed within, the hope of glory, His Holy Spirit works through the human
agent to save other souls for whom He has died
“With tenderness and pity the Saviour is looking upon us. He offers help to all who, doing the best
they can, plead for capabilities that will enable them to do more for Him. Every truly converted
person has the spirit of service. If Christ is indeed formed within, the hope of glory, His Holy
Spirit works through the human agent to save other souls for whom He has died. If His
followers take up the cross, fully resolved to do what they can, He gives them strength to bear the
burden.” Manuscript 6 {Ms 6, 1885, par. 11}
In charity, in simplicity, and integrity, all who have Christ formed within, the hope of glory,
are workers together with God. They are God's husbandry; they are God's building
“God moves in his own way in preparing men to be laborers together with him. The value of men
and women is not to be estimated by the class of labor they perform. It is fixed by the Lord Jesus,
who paid the same price for every soul. In charity, in simplicity, and integrity, all who have
Christ formed within, the hope of glory, are workers together with God. They are God's
husbandry; they are God's building. The heart in which the love of Christ abides, will constantly
manifest more and more refinement, for the spring of the life is love to God and man. This is
Christianity. This is “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.” [Luke
2:14.] This is the carrying out of God's purpose. Divine harmony, worthy of the wisdom and mercy
which God has manifested to men! True Christian growth tends upward to the full stature of men and
women in Christ Jesus. True culture, real refinement of thought and manners, is better obtained
through the lessons in the school of Christ, than through the most labored, pains-taking effort to
observe forms and set rules, when the heart is not under the holy discipline of the Spirit of God.”
Gospel Workers (1892/1893 ed.) {GW92 315.1}; Gospel Workers (1915 ed.) {GW 282.3}
If Christ is formed within the hope of glory, they will seek to save those that are lost
“But the Lord is sorely displeased with the attitude of some in our churches. They reveal exactly the
same spirit that the elder brother revealed, because his father rejoiced over the returned prodigal.
Will not the members of our churches remember that those who have had labor bestowed on them,
should have a knowledge of God and of Jesus Christ whom he has sent? If Christ is formed within
the hope of glory, they will seek to save those that are lost. A living church will not be a gossiping
church, planting doubt, questioning, evil surmising, and jealousy in the hearts and minds of others. It
will be an earnest, working church. The members will be the Lord’s chosen vessels to carry the
message of salvation to others. They will be His light bearers.” Manuscript 49 {Ms 49, 1898, par. 24}
If Christ is formed within, the hope of glory, they have wisdom from God, not only to eat of
Christ, but to feed the flock of God in due season, giving to every man his portion
“The meaning of the words, “I am made a minister,” is too little comprehended. [Colossians 1:25.]
Those who preach the Word of life to others should be weighted with the Spirit of Christ, as was
Paul. If the minister goes to his work light-loaded, if he carries no burden for the people, he shows
that he has mistaken his calling. He has not that spirit of intercession and consecration to God that
would enable him to receive light from God. Those who work for God must feed upon Christ, for
spiritually they are built up from what they eat. If Christ is formed within, the hope of glory, they
have wisdom from God, not only to eat of Christ, but to feed the flock of God in due season,
giving to every man his portion. By such, the flock of God will be fed from the Word of God,
which is Spirit and Life.” Manuscript 7 {Ms 7, 1891, par. 51}
When Christ is formed within, the hope of glory, right lines of work will be taken hold of. The
worker will realize that he is the representative of Christ
“When Christ is formed within, the hope of glory, right lines of work will be taken hold of. The
worker will realize that he is the representative of Christ, and that words and works and thoughts
are to be such as can meet the approval of God. The worker who reveals a right spirit and consistent
behavior under trying circumstances is proving his adaptability for his work. He is qualifying himself
to meet all kinds of minds and to be a true representative of the Master worker.”
Letter 318 {Lt 318, 1907, par. 8}
When Christ is formed within, the hope of glory, the worker will realize that as the
representative of Christ, words and works and thoughts must be such as can meet the approval
of God
“The religion of Jesus Christ should be an apparent quality in the lives of his workers. They must
know Christ, and to know him, they must know his love. Their fitness as workers should be
measured by their ability to love as Christ loved, and to work as he worked. The whole man must be
sanctified, purified, refined, ennobled. When Christ is formed within, the hope of glory, the
worker will realize that as the representative of Christ, words and works and thoughts must be
such as can meet the approval of God.” The Review and Herald {RH September 2, 1909, par. 1}
Have you individually made use of the knowledge you have? Arouse you to a holy
determination. Exert an increasing, persevering influence for Christ, who is formed within, the
hope of glory
“There is to be no apathy, no sleeping, in the house of God. Awake from your inactivity; find
missionary work to do for souls that are ready to perish. You have a meager experience and little
influence. This should not be so. The fault is in yourselves. Have you individually made use of the
knowledge you have? Arouse you to a holy determination. Exert an increasing, persevering
influence for Christ, who is formed within, the hope of glory. Do not, I beg of you, keep the
Sabbath as you have done. Clothe it with that sacred influence that God has given it. Then the Holy
Spirit will work with you and for you to make of you a channel of light.”
Letter 22 {Lt 22, 1897, par. 18}
If Jesus is formed within, the hope of glory, you will surely reveal Christ in speaking of Him; if
His peace is in your heart, you will surely express the same in your words and in your actions
“Be sure to write often to May and give her good counsel. I write to her about as often as I do to you.
Addie, make your aim to be a noble woman, a sincere Christian. Have the truth at heart. I do want
you to know for yourself the preciousness of a Saviour’s love. If Jesus is formed within, the hope of
glory, you will surely reveal Christ in speaking of Him; if His peace is in your heart, you will
surely express the same in your words and in your actions. Be true to yourself and be humble. Be
not forward in speech, but be modest; never praise yourself, but think less and less of self and talk
less of self, and lay all your burdens upon Jesus. May the Lord help you to win eternal life. Watch
unto prayer, and set an example to others in not seeking and accepting the company of young men. In
much love.” Letter 92 {Lt 92, 1886, par. 9}
When we come into the meeting… we will have something to say. It is because you have Christ
formed within you, and you cannot keep Him boxed up in the heart. You can’t do it. You must
reveal Him
“Satan will work against us by laying stumbling blocks in our way. We must remember home
religion. We must have the meekness of Christ at every step. Christ must abide in us, and then
when we come into the meeting, no matter where it is, how many there are, or how few, we will
have something to say. It is because you have Christ formed within you, and you cannot keep
Him boxed up in the heart. You can’t do it. You must reveal Him. You will tell what Jesus has
done for you, how He has worked for you. Why, He is first and He is last. You love Him, and how
can you help it. You will appreciate His life as you look to Calvary, and in the light reflected from
the cross of Calvary you will be trying to walk.” Manuscript 13 {Ms 13, 1888, par. 57}
If Christ is formed within the hope of glory, he will not be a hidden thing, like the precious
ointment that is sealed in the bottle and never broken
“Whose waters fail not,” “springing up into everlasting life.” Can you not see that the water which
Jesus offered to the woman at the well is the same that Isaiah speaks of. If this well of water is in us,
springing up into everlasting life, our associates will know it. All with whom we come in contact will
be refreshed by them; for it is impossible to have Christ in the heart and not reveal his presence to
others. “There will be no lifting up of the finger, no esteeming ourselves better than others. Neither
shall we clothe ourselves with sackcloth, and act before the world as if we had no hope. If Christ is
formed within the hope of glory, he will not be a hidden thing, like the precious ointment that is
sealed in the bottle and never broken.” Experiences in Australia {EA 50.3}
If Christ is formed within, the hope of glory, He will be revealed in the character, which will be
Christlike. We are to represent Christ to the world as Christ represented the Father
“It is not fitful service that God accepts; it is not emotional spasms of piety that make us children of
God. It is by working from principles that are true, firm, and abiding. If Christ is formed within, the
hope of glory, He will be revealed in the character, which will be Christlike. We are to represent
Christ to the world as Christ represented the Father.” Manuscript 60 {Ms 60, 1897, par. 15}
“Christians, will you consider that Jesus gave his life to save these souls? Will you not co-operate
with him in this great work? It is not fitful service that God accepts; it is not emotional spasms of
piety that make us children of God. He calls upon us to work for principles that are true, firm, and
abiding. If Christ is formed within, the hope of glory, he will be revealed in the character, it will
be Christlike. We are to represent Christ to the world, as Christ represented the Father.”
If Christ is indeed formed within, the hope of glory, we shall manifest that tenderness, that
love, that fervency of spirit, which reveals his character
“The life of Christ must become our life, our light, our exceeding great reward. Our words and
works must bear a living testimony that in our lives we are not lying against the truth we claim to
believe. If Christ is indeed formed within, the hope of glory, we shall manifest that tenderness,
that love, that fervency of spirit, which reveals his character. Our hearts will be humble, our spirits
contrite. Our works will bear witness to his indwelling presence. His disposition, his kindness, his
compassion, manifested in us, will inspire hope in the hearts of the most hopeless. Thus in act, as
well as in word, we shall reveal to the world the character of the Unseen.”
The Review and Herald {RH June 16, 1904, par. 10}
When each member of the church can say, “I am crucified with Christ; nevertheless I live; yet
not I, but Christ liveth in me”… then Christ, the hope of glory, will be revealed in his people
“There are many who conclude that they are saved, simply because they have good impressions; but
this is not enough. The entire affection must be renovated. Every individual must learn by
experimental knowledge where lies his true strength. No one can leave his first love without a
forfeiture of the Christian character. The Church must come up out of the wilderness, leaning upon
the arm of her Beloved. When each member of the church can say, “I am crucified with Christ;
nevertheless I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me; and the life I now live in the flesh, I live by
the faith of the Son of God, who loved me, and gave himself for me,” then Christ, the hope of
glory, will be revealed in his people.” The Signs of the Times {ST August 18, 1890, par. 2}
Is Christ formed within us, the hope of glory?... If we put on Christ, and wear His garment of
righteousness, we shall certainly reveal the bright beams of His righteousness by pure and holy
conversation
“Is Christ formed within us, the hope of glory? If so, the society of the frivolous will be avoided.
If we put on Christ, and wear His garment of righteousness, we shall certainly reveal the bright
beams of His righteousness by pure and holy conversation. Let all who read these words take
heed, and ascertain the character of the fruit borne by their words. “
“Let all who read these words take heed, and ascertain the character of the fruit borne by their words.
Is Christ formed within us, the hope of glory? If so, the society of the frivolous will be avoided. If
we put on Christ, and wear his garment of righteousness, we shall certainly reveal this by pure
and holy conversation.” The Review and Herald {RH January 25, 1898, par. 7}
Let us abide in Jesus. Then he alone—formed within, the hope of glory—will appear in our
every word and deed
“To those who have obtained the faith that filled the hearts of Christians in Peter's time, are written
the words: “Grace and peace be multiplied unto you through the knowledge of God, and of Jesus our
Lord.” In the light of this instruction, how important it is that we give strict attention to the formation
of character! He who by faith daily lays hold firmly upon the invisible One, will reveal the character
of Jesus. With lowliness of heart he will accept Christ's invitation to the weary and the heavy laden.
Instead of unloading his burdens upon his neighbor, with whose heart-sorrows and burdens he is
unacquainted, he will seek rest by taking upon himself the yoke of Christ. Let us abide in Jesus.
Then he alone—formed within, the hope of glory—will appear in our every word and deed.”
The Review and Herald {RH May 26, 1904, par. 2} ; {Ms 106, 1904, par. 2}
The soul must have the vivifying influence of the breath of life from Christ, in order to reveal
that Christ is formed within, the hope of glory
“The man who finds in his heart no resemblance to the great moral standard of righteousness, the
word of God, has no Christ to confess. His language, his thoughts, are not in harmony with the Spirit
of Christ. His profession of faith is a counterfeit. The soul must have the vivifying influence of the
breath of life from Christ, in order to reveal that Christ is formed within, the hope of glory.”
The Youth’s Instructor {YI August 25, 1898, par. 5}
“The man who finds in his heart no resemblance to the great moral standard of righteousness, the
Word of God, has no Christ to confess. His language, his thoughts, are not in harmony with the Spirit
of Christ. His profession of faith is a counterfeit one. Do you ever find cream rising on water? The
soul must have the vivifying influences of the breath of life from Christ in order to reveal in his
conversation that Christ is formed within the hope of glory. Men never gather grapes from
thistles. The words of a Christian will be in accordance with his enjoyment of Christ. Those who are
perpetually talking doubts and demanding additional evidence to banish their cloud of unbelief do
not build on the Word. Their faith rests on haphazard circumstances; it is founded in feeling. But
feeling, be it ever so pleasing, is not faith. God’s Word is the foundation upon which our hopes of
heaven must be built.” Letter 11 {Lt 11, 1897, par. 20}
If Christ were formed within you, the hope of glory, if you revealed His kindness and love,
would not this break down the obstinacy of the youthful workers in the Office…?
“Will you not reason from cause to effect? Remember that soft words make way for the love of
Jesus. If Christ were formed within you, the hope of glory, if you revealed His kindness and
love, would not this break down the obstinacy of the youthful workers in the Office and cause
their hearts to warm in gratitude toward you because you did not visit their mistakes and errors with
words that sting like the cut of a whip? Would not soft, gentle words bind you to them with the bands
of love and esteem and confidence? “ Letter 58 {Lt 58, 1901, par. 13}
Those who carry responsibilities… Has Christ been formed within, the hope of glory? Is the
Saviour revealed in words and works?
“Those who carry responsibilities, are they softened and subdued by the Spirit of God? Is there a
growing increase in faith and purity? Is advancement made in personal holiness and sanctification
through the Spirit? Is the truth purifying the soul-temple of the buyers and the sellers, casting down
the idols? Has Christ been formed within, the hope of glory? Is the Saviour revealed in words
and works? Are these men converted, soul, body, and spirit? Are they living by every word that
proceeds out of the mouth of God? Are the truths to which they assent strengthening into settled
convictions and assurance? Do their actions correspond with their professed faith in these great and
mighty truths? If they are sanctified, the love of Christ will pervade the soul and be revealed in the
character.” Letter 108 {Lt 108, 1899, par. 18}
When this love is expressed in the character, it reveals to all those with whom we associate that
it is possible for God to be formed within, the hope of glory
“ ‘I have declared unto them thy name,’ Christ said, ‘and will declare it: that the love wherewith
thou hast loved me may be in them, and I in them.’ [John 17:26.] The Lord has made abundant
provision that His love may be given to us as His free abundant grace, as our inheritance in this life,
to enable us to diffuse the same by being yoked up with Christ. Jesus conveys the circulating vitality
of a pure and sanctified Christlike love through every part of our human nature. When this love is
expressed in the character, it reveals to all those with whom we associate that it is possible for
God to be formed within, the hope of glory. It shows that God loves the obedient ones as He loves
Jesus Christ; and nothing less than this satisfies His desires in our behalf. As soon as the human
agent becomes united with Christ in heart, soul, and spirit, the Father loves that soul as a part of
Christ, as a member of the body of Christ, He Himself being the glorious Head.”
Manuscript 68 {Ms 68, 1897, par. 42}; Fundamentals of Christian Education {FE 466.2}
The expression that reveals that Christ is formed within the hope of glory tells wonderfully,
even with worldly people… This communion with God imparts a moral elevation to the entire
course of action and character
“If the ministers are required to be absent to visit little churches, they exhaust their strength and have
no time themselves for careful study, for silence before God in self-examination, and they do not
accomplish the work where and when it is needed to be done. There is need of proving the practical
importance of Christians communing with God. They need to prove by their daily lives that they
have peace and rest in God. This inward adorning will shine forth in the countenance. There will be
that in the voice that will have a telling influence of persuasion. This has as great an influence upon
the people as has the ministry of the Word. The expression that reveals that Christ is formed
within the hope of glory tells wonderfully, even with worldly people. Let them see that those who
believe unpopular truth have an abiding sense of what they possess in God. This communion with
God imparts a moral elevation to the entire course of action and character.”
Letter 144 {Lt 144, 1897, par. 5}
He who has Christ formed within, the hope of glory, will “show out of a good conversation his
works with meekness of wisdom” [James 3:13]
“Those who are eagerly studying how they may secure the pre-eminence should study rather how
they may gain that wisdom which is “first pure, then peaceable, gentle, and easy to be entreated, full
of mercy and good fruits, without partiality, and without hypocrisy.” I have been shown that many
ministers need to have these words imprinted on the tablets of the soul. He who has Christ formed
within, the hope of glory, will “show out of a good conversation his works with meekness of
wisdom.” Testimonies for the Church, vol. 5, 1889 {5T 175.2}; Testimony for the Church — No. 31 {T31
171.2}; The Signs of the Times {ST February 8, 1883, par. 7}
You are to work patiently; you are to work kindly; you are to show that Jesus Christ is formed
“You are to work patiently; you are to work kindly; you are to show that Jesus Christ is formed
within, the hope of glory. You are not even to tell all the truth. Christ did not tell it even to His
disciples after they have been with Him a long time. He said, “I have many things to say unto you,
but ye cannot bear them now.” [John 16:12.] How do you expect that those who are standing under
the black banner of the forces of darkness, how do you expect that they can bear the clean and
cutting truth that is so different from everything that they have heard from priests and ministers and
educators?” Manuscript 96 {Ms 96, 1894, par. 5}
Let us show Christ formed within, the hope of glory, by the fruit that we bear, and thus we can
evidence to the world a living Saviour
“Let us show Christ formed within, the hope of glory, by the fruit that we bear, and thus we can
evidence to the world a living Saviour. He is not in Joseph’s new tomb. No, He is risen. He has
risen a live, not a dead, Christ. We have a living Christ. He arose. He broke the fetters of the tomb. In
triumph He rejoices over the rent sepulchre of Joseph. “I am the resurrection and the life.” [John
11:25.] Glory to God! I praise Him, the resurrection and the life! You have got a living Saviour.
Then hang your helpless souls on Jesus Christ. Abide in the vine, and bear fruit to His glory, and His
joy shall be in you, and your joy shall be full. May the blessing of God rest upon these hearers. May
the Holy Spirit of God impress the heart, and may the character reveal the loveliness of Jesus Christ,
because you are His representatives, is my prayer.” Manuscript 43 {Ms 43, 1894, par. 31}
If we take this responsibility, and meet the requirements of God as we should, we shall be
constituted the light of the world, because Christ is formed within, the hope of glory
“Christ, the Sun of Righteousness, came to shed his bright beams into every home. To those who
receive the light of life, it is as a savor of life unto life, but those who reject it, find it a savor of death
unto death. Whatever we do, and wherever we may be, we are God's property, and we can never
cease to be responsible to him. He has given us faculties, privileges, and opportunities, and he holds
us responsible for the use to which we put his intrusted gifts. If we take this responsibility, and
meet the requirements of God as we should, we shall be constituted the light of the world,
because Christ is formed within, the hope of glory.”
The Signs of the Times {ST November 26, 1894, par. 5}
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If Christ were formed within, the hope of glory, conformity to His image would be seen, and
the church trials which separate the members from Christ would disappear
“Those who claim to believe the truth do not possess that power that God would bestow upon them if
they really believed, and were striving for conformity to His image. The church is in the Laodicean
state. The presence of God is not in her midst. If Christ were formed within, the hope of glory,
conformity to His image would be seen, and the church trials which separate the members from
Christ would disappear.” Manuscript 156 {Ms 156, 1898, par. 10}
For this were you chosen, to glorify God by being a witness daily of the sacred and eternal
truth, demonstrating in character that Christ is formed within, the hope of glory
“The tongue is a fire, a world of iniquity: so is the tongue among our members, that it defileth the
whole body, and setteth on fire the course of nature; and it is set on fire of hell.” James 3:6. That
tongue of yours was consecrated to God by prayers and surrender to Him before you were born. You
were chosen of God for the noble calling of a Christian, to adorn the doctrine of your God and
Saviour in all things. Your life was to vindicate the light given by God to your mother. For this were
you chosen, to glorify God by being a witness daily of the sacred and eternal truth,
demonstrating in character that Christ is formed within, the hope of glory.”
Letter 124 {Lt 124, 1893, par. 16}
If some one says something that stirs you up, and you feel the words are unjust, show him by a
well-ordered life and a godly conversation that Christ is formed within, the hope of glory.
Remember that silence is eloquence
“We are to love the Word. Do not fall into a passion if some one in his words crosses your track. If
some one says something that stirs you up, and you feel the words are unjust, show him by a
well-ordered life and a godly conversation that Christ is formed within, the hope of glory.
Remember that silence is eloquence. You can best stop the talk by making no response to it. If you
speak wrongly to a brother, do not go right on, too proud to confess it.”
Let us strive to be Christians (Christ-like) in every sense of the word, and let our dress,
conversation and actions preach that Christ is formed within, the hope of glory, and that we
are looking for that blessed hope and glorious appearing of Jesus
“Let us, dear brethren and sisters, crave the suffering, crucifying part of religion. For we are to be
purified and fitted for the kingdom through suffering. We must keep separate from the world, if we
would have the love of God abide with us. As soon as we begin to be conformed to this world, just
so soon God's Spirit begins to depart from us. But if we keep humble, live holy, harmless and
separate from sinners, we shall see of the salvation of God. Let us strive to be Christians (Christ-
like) in every sense of the word, and let our dress, conversation and actions preach that Christ
is formed within, the hope of glory, and that we are looking for that blessed hope and glorious
appearing of Jesus. Let us show to those around us, that this world is not our home, that we are
pilgrims and strangers here.” The Review and Herald {RH June 10, 1852, par. 15}
God's purpose for you is that you shall live a life that will make others better,—a life which will
show that Christ is formed within, the hope of glory
“My brother, my sister, God's purpose for you is that you shall live a life that will make others
better,—a life which will show that Christ is formed within, the hope of glory. It is His purpose
that you shall be able to say with the apostle Paul, “I live: yet not I, but Christ liveth in me.” In
perfect content, resting in the love of Christ, trusting the Redeemer and Life-giver to work out for
you the salvation of your soul, you will know, as you draw nearer and still nearer to Him, what it
means to endure the seeing of Him who is invisible. God desires us to rest content in His love. The
contentment that Christ bestows is a gift worth infinitely more than gold and silver and precious
stones.” The Signs of the Times {ST August 16, 1905, par. 4}
“I greatly desire that you shall have an ambition to live a life that will make others better—a life
which will show that Christ is formed within, the hope of glory. I greatly desire that you shall be
able to say with the apostle Paul, “I live, yet not I, but Christ liveth in me.” [Galatians 2:20.] In
perfect content, resting in the love of Christ, trusting the Redeemer and Life-giver to work out for
you the salvation of your soul, you will know, as you draw nearer and still nearer to Him, what it
means to endure the seeing of Him who is invisible. God desires us to rest content in His love. The
contentment that Christ bestows is a gift worth infinitely more than gold and silver and precious
stones.” Letter 123 {Lt 123, 1904, par. 23}
Christ is to be formed in us, the hope of glory. We are to live His life, that our lives may show
forth to the world the love of God and power of the gospel
“My object in speaking these words to you today is to lead you to take your minds off the things of
this world and place them on the things of eternity. If your affections are set on things above, if in the
daily life you are seeking to follow the perfect pattern, you need never be discouraged. The enemy
may seek to cast his dark shadow between you and Christ, but your faith is to pierce the gloom. What
are we in this world for? To represent Christ and to be a blessing to our fellow men. Christ is to be
formed in us, the hope of glory. We are to live His life, that our lives may show forth to the
world the love of God and power of the gospel.” Manuscript 17 {Ms 17, 1888, par. 13} ; {1888 131.2}
All who are connected with our health institutions should live in such close connection with
God that it can be seen that Christ is formed within, the hope of glory
“All who are connected with our health institutions should live in such close connection with
God that it can be seen that Christ is formed within, the hope of glory. Consistency is a jewel. Our
faith must reach out after God and the Holy Spirit. Will you not give an example that is in harmony
with the character of the work? You are to win souls to the truth. Be wise in your belief of the truth.
Be watchful unto prayer. Wrestle with God in prayer, and then go forth to labor in the wisdom that
He will bestow upon all who desire to learn of Him.” Letter 190 {Lt 190, 1908, par. 8}
If Christ is formed within, the hope of glory, it will be made manifest in the development of our
character and actions; for there will appear the likeness of Christ in our life
“The gospel of Christ is not only to be believed, but it is to be acted upon. We are to be doers of the
word; and in doing or not doing according to the instruction of Christ, we are deciding our eternal
destiny for life or death. God does not desire fitful service, emotional spasms of religion. We are to
act from principle, to have a firm, abiding trust in Christ. If Christ is formed within, the hope of
glory, it will be made manifest in the development of our character and actions; for there will
appear the likeness of Christ in our life. We shall represent the Father and the Son to the world.
The command is given, “Work while it is day; for the night cometh, in which no man can work.”
The Signs of the Times {ST July 30, 1894, par. 9}
If Christ is formed within, the hope of glory, his saving grace will be manifested in sympathy
and love for perishing souls
“The professed church of God may be possessed of wealth, education, and knowledge of doctrine,
and may say by her attitude, “I am rich and increased with goods, and have need of nothing;” but if
its members are devoid of inward holiness, they cannot be the light of the world. The church is to
reflect light into the moral darkness of the world, as the stars reflect light into the darkness of the
night. These who have a form of godliness, but deny the power thereof, do not reflect light into the
world, and will not have power to reach the hearts of the unsaved. Without vital connection with
Christ the value of truth cannot be made to appear in good fruit in the world; but if Christ is formed
within, the hope of glory, his saving grace will be manifested in sympathy and love for perishing
souls.” The Signs of the Times {ST September 11, 1893, par. 1}
Everyone who has thus been renewed will manifest kindness, forbearance, and generosity; in
this, confessing that Christ, the hope of glory, is formed within
“The religion of Jesus Christ is a religion of practical godliness, and while the grace of God abides in
the heart, the Christian will produce the fruit of industry, frugality, economy; he will not waste, but
will gather up the fragments, that nothing be lost. In the lives of those who have Christ abiding in the
heart will be seen no avarice, no dishonesty in trade, no over-reaching, for all covetousness is
pronounced idolatry; but every species of dishonesty will be put away from the character.
Unkindness of disposition will be overcome, for they are made new men in Christ Jesus, and sin no
longer reigns in their mortal bodies. Everyone who has thus been renewed will manifest kindness,
forbearance, and generosity; in this, confessing that Christ, the hope of glory, is formed
within.” Manuscript 13 {Ms 13, 1896, par. 8}
When Christ is formed within, the hope of glory, there will be no scheming to gain advantage
over others; but there will be seen an earnest endeavor to manifest the virtues of Christ
“I entreat of you not to proceed further in your course. You have set a wrong example; but if you will
now make the Lord your friend, and confess your sins, there is pardon for you. It will take courage
for you to take your stand firmly on the right side and to represent the righteousness of heaven.
When Christ is formed within, the hope of glory, there will be no scheming to gain advantage
over others; but there will be seen an earnest endeavor to manifest the virtues of Christ.”
Letter 284 {Lt 284, 1906, par. 19}
If Christ is formed within, the hope of glory, we have a hope in God that it is impossible for us
to keep to ourselves
“Brethren and sisters, the Lord is our God. If Christ is formed within, the hope of glory, we have a
hope in God that it is impossible for us to keep to ourselves. We will praise Him. We do not praise
Him as much as we should. Whoso offers praise glorifies God. Now instead of speaking doleful
words, and telling of our trials and afflictions, let us thank God that we can speak at all and resolve
that we will endeavor to glorify His name. Let us take such a position that we may honor and glorify
God upon the earth. Let this determination be expressed in our words and in all our business
transactions.” Manuscript 39 {Ms 39, 1908, par. 28}
The soul imbued with the love of Christ is one with him; he communes with Christ, Christ is
formed within, the hope of glory, and the Christian goes forth to represent the Father and the
Son to the world
“The Lord could have cut off the sinner and utterly destroyed him; but the costlier plan was chosen.
In his great love he provides hope for the hopeless in giving his only-begotten Son to bear the sins of
the world. Since God has poured out all heaven in that one rich gift, he will withhold no needed aid
from man. All the agencies of heaven are at the command of the believing soul, that he may be
successful in the warfare against the powers of darkness. He who believes in Jesus Christ as fully
able to save his soul, believes the gospel, and hath eternal life. This is the point to which every soul
must come, and everyone who believes the message of God should lift up Jesus, point men to Christ,
and say, “Behold the Lamb of God, which taketh away the sin of the world.” This is the message that
everyone will bear who believes in Jesus Christ as his Saviour. This is the message we are to bear to
warn the impenitent, encouraging those who love and fear God, inducing souls to look to the cross of
Calvary, to behold the Lamb of God. The soul imbued with the love of Christ is one with him; he
communes with Christ, Christ is formed within, the hope of glory, and the Christian goes forth
to represent the Father and the Son to the world.” The Signs of the Times {ST June 27, 1892, par. 6}
We must have Christian perfection ourselves, then we cannot only teach the same, but
exemplify that Christ is formed within, the hope of glory
“We must have that love, else we cannot be perfect before God. We may be active; we may do much
work; but unless we love as Christ loved, our candlestick will be removed out of its place. We must
have Christian perfection ourselves, then we cannot only teach the same, but exemplify that
Christ is formed within, the hope of glory. No outward fixing, no suppositions, no devising of any
description, can take the place of simple faith and entire renunciation of self. When self is
surrendered, Christ will find room to abide in the heart.” Letter 121 {Lt 121, 1898, par. 19}
If Jesus be formed within, the hope of glory, the illiterate as well as the educated can bear the
testimony of our faith, saying, “I know in whom I have believed.”
“There is to be no dread of anyone being borne down even in a wide spread apostasy, who has a
living experience in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. If Jesus be formed within,
the hope of glory, the illiterate as well as the educated can bear the testimony of our faith, saying,
“I know in whom I have believed.” [2 Timothy 1:12.] Some will not, in argument, be able to show
wherein their adversary is wrong, having never had any advantages that others have had, yet these
are not overborne by the apostasy because they have the evidence in their own heart that they have
the truth. The most subtle reasoning and assaults of Satan cannot move them from their knowledge
of the truth, and they have not a doubt or fear that they are themselves in error.”
Manuscript 6 {Ms 6, 1889, par. 75}; {1888 495.1} ; {3SM 399.3}
I am unable to do anything without the Holy Spirit’s guidance. If Christ be formed within, the
hope of glory, then the works will testify to the truth.
“I am unable to do anything without the Holy Spirit’s guidance. If Christ be formed within, the
hope of glory, then the works will testify to the truth. What precious revelation I have of my
Saviour in the night season! Many, many nights I am permitted to have arrayed before me the
precious things the Lord has for His people if they will only do His will and not set up their own will
against the will of the Lord. But what a great grief it is to the ministering angels appointed to
minister unto those who shall be heirs of salvation when they once and again repeatedly refuse to be
led, instructed, and sanctified.” Manuscript 175 {Ms 175, 1903, par. 24}
The disciples were to love one another as Christ had loved them. This was to be their testimony
to the world that Christ was formed within, the hope of glory
“How broad, how full, is this love! The disciples were to love one another as Christ had loved
them. This was to be their testimony to the world that Christ was formed within, the hope of
glory.” The Signs of the Times {ST October 20, 1898, par. 7}
Christ had bidden the first disciples love one another as He had loved them. Thus they were to
bear testimony to the world that Christ was formed within, the hope of glory
“Christ had bidden the first disciples love one another as He had loved them. Thus they were to
bear testimony to the world that Christ was formed within, the hope of glory. “A new
commandment I give unto you,” He had said, “That ye love one another; as I have loved you, that ye
also love one another.” John 13:34. At the time when these words were spoken, the disciples could
not understand them; but after they had witnessed the sufferings of Christ, after His crucifixion and
resurrection, and ascension to heaven, and after the Holy Spirit had rested on them at Pentecost, they
had a clearer conception of the love of God and of the nature of that love which they must have for
one another.” The Acts of the Apostles, 1911 {AA 547.1}
They were to love one another as Christ had loved them. These were their credentials that
Christ was formed within, the hope of glory
“How broad, how full is this love. The new part of that commandment the disciples did not
understand. They were to love one another as Christ had loved them. These were their
credentials that Christ was formed within, the hope of glory. After the sufferings of Christ; after
His crucifixion and resurrection and proclamation over the rent sepulcher of Joseph, “I am the
resurrection and the life” [John 11:25]; after His words to the five hundred who assembled to see
Him in Galilee, and after His ascension to heaven, the disciples had some idea of what the love of
God comprehended, and of the love they were to exercise one toward another. When the Holy Spirit
rested on them on the Day of Pentecost, that love was revealed.”
Manuscript 82 {Ms 82, 1898, par. 26}; {5BC 1141.8}
You can tell the story of the cross with a deep appreciation of the Saviour’s love; for this love
has melted and transformed your heart. You bear about with you in the daily life the sign that
“Then the Lord will draw near to you and will give you a rich measure of love and peace and joy so
decided, so divine, that even in the midst of the trial of your faith, you will be a witness to the truth
of the word of promise. You have a sense of the divine presence. You know that the Word of God is
no cunningly devised fable. Your mind is moved by the Holy Spirit and enlightened by heavenly
truth. The eyes of your understanding have been opened, and the truth that at times you have seen but
dimly you now see clearly. The quickening influence of the Holy Spirit is to you as precious as fine
gold. You can tell the story of the cross with a deep appreciation of the Saviour’s love; for this
love has melted and transformed your heart. You bear about with you in the daily life the sign
that Christ is formed within, the hope of glory.” Letter 71 {Lt 71, 1903, par. 6}
You will bear about with you in the daily life the witness that Christ is formed within, the hope
of glory
“Be determined not to please the enemy by allowing words of unfavorable criticism to lead you to
retaliate, or to depress you. Make the enemy's efforts a failure so far as you are concerned. The Lord
will draw near to you, and will give you a rich measure of love and peace and joy, so deep and full
that even in the midst of the trial of your faith, you can bear triumphant witness to the truth of the
word of promise. You will have a sense of the divine presence. The eyes of your understanding will
be enlightened, and the truth that at times you have seen but dimly, you will then see clearly. You
will be able to tell the story of the cross with a deep appreciation of the Saviour's love; for this
love will have melted your heart. You will bear about with you in the daily life the witness that
Christ is formed within, the hope of glory.” The Review and Herald {RH January 5, 1911, par. 1}
The evidence of his apostleship is written upon the hearts of those converted, and is witnessed
to by their renewed lives. Christ is formed within, the hope of glory. A minister is greatly
strengthened by these seals of his ministry
“The conversion of sinners and their sanctification through the truth is the strongest proof a minister
can have that God has called him to the ministry. The evidence of his apostleship is written upon
the hearts of those converted, and is witnessed to by their renewed lives. Christ is formed
within, the hope of glory. A minister is greatly strengthened by these seals of his ministry.”
The Acts of the Apostles, 1911 {AA 328.1}
“The conversion of sinners and their sanctification through the truth, is the very best proof a minister
can have that God has called him to the ministry. If these evidences attend his labors, he needs no
other recommendation. The evidence of his apostleship is written upon the hearts of the ones
converted, and is witnessed to by their reformed lives. Christ is formed within, the hope of glory.
They are zealous for the truth they have received. They realize that their lives must harmonize with
this truth.” The Review and Herald {RH April 15, 1902, par. 4}
6.10 True Christian
If we are Christians indeed, Christ is formed within, the hope of glory. This brings a light into
the chambers of the mind and the soul temple which nothing can put out
“It means everything to us to work out our own salvation with fear and trembling. God works in us,
to will and to do of His good pleasure. If we let Him work, He will work. Our reward in heaven
above depends on our daily walk and conversation here below. We can be Christians here. And to be
a Christian, it is not necessary that we live in depression, mourning because we cannot have our own
way. If we are Christians indeed, Christ is formed within, the hope of glory. This brings a light
into the chambers of the mind and the soul-temple which nothing can put out. We need religion in
the soul. We need to carry out the principles of true godliness.” Manuscript 102 {Ms 102, 1899, par. 12} ;
Australasian Union Conference Record {AUCR July 12, 1899, par. 10}; Experiences in Australia {EA 259.2}
To be Christ's… is to have Christ formed within, the hope of glory
“To be Christ's is to be consecrated to his work, to employ every power of the mind and every
member of the body to do his will and to advance his glory. It is to open the heart to his word, to
reveal the testimonials of his love. It is to have Christ formed within, the hope of glory; to
contemplate his matchless charms until the overflowing tribute of the soul shall be, “Hear what the
Lord has done for me.” The Review and Herald {RH January 1, 1884, par. 16}
But genuine Christlikeness cannot be manifested in the character until Christ is received by
faith, and formed within, the hope of glory
“The words of Jesus tried his heart; for he had an idol there,—the world was his god. He professed to
have kept the commandments, but he revealed the fact that he did not love God supremely, or his
neighbor as himself. This want meant the want of everything that would qualify him to enter the
kingdom of heaven. Love of self and worldly gain controlled his modes of thought and modes of life.
And he was registered in the books of heaven as wanting, although Christ saw in him lovable traits
of character. But genuine Christlikeness cannot be manifested in the character until Christ is
received by faith, and formed within, the hope of glory. Jesus looked upon the young man, and
longed after his soul, desiring that every intrusted talent might be recognized as the gift of God,
might be sanctified to his use, and employed to his glory. Jesus desired to see the young man seeking
first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, that he might be a light to the world, imparting to
others the knowledge of Christ, by precept and example.”
The only way in which we can distinguish between the true Christian and the pretender to
Christianity is by the fruit of the life. The works will testify whether or not Christ, the hope of
glory, is formed within.
“The only way in which we can distinguish between the true Christian and the pretender to
Christianity is by the fruit of the life. The works will testify whether or not Christ, the hope of
glory, is formed within. Everyone who enters the kingdom of heaven will have been tested and
proved. Judas was one who was favored in being associated with Christ and his disciples. He was
with Jesus during the time of his public ministry, and he possessed qualities of character that would
have made him a blessing to the church had he but submitted to the discipline that Jesus desired him
to have. He was privileged to have the same advantages as did John and the other disciples, and
might have been benefited by the education and training of the greatest Teacher the world ever
knew.” The Signs of the Times {ST December 18, 1893, par. 2}
The true Christian will not choose the company of the unconverted. If Christ is formed within,
the hope of glory, we cannot enjoy the malarious spiritual atmosphere which surrounds the
souls of the irreligious
“Your life is too precious a thing to be treated as of little worth. Calvary testifies to you of the value
of your <soul.> Consult the Word of God in order that you may know how you should use the life
that has been purchased for you at infinite cost. As a child of God, you are permitted to contract
marriage only in the Lord. Be sure that you do not follow the imagination of your own heart, but
move in the fear of God. No child of God is doing the will of God in linking her life with that of an
unbeliever. The true Christian will not choose the company of the unconverted. If Christ is
formed within, the hope of glory, we cannot enjoy the malarious spiritual atmosphere which
surrounds the souls of the irreligious.” Letter 51 {Lt 51, 1894, par. 16}
A healthy Christian is one who has Christ formed within, the hope of glory. He loves truth,
purity, and holiness, and will manifest spiritual vitality, having love for the word of God
“A healthy Christian is one who has Christ formed within, the hope of glory. He loves truth,
purity, and holiness, and will manifest spiritual vitality, having love for the word of God, and
seeking communion with those who are acquainted with the word, in order that he may catch every
ray of light that God has communicated to them, which reveals Christ and makes him more precious
to the soul. He who has sound faith finds that Christ is the life of the soul, that he is in him as a well
of water springing up unto everlasting life, and he delights to conform every power of the soul to the
obedience of his Lord. The Holy Spirit with its vivifying influence ever keeps such a soul in the love
of God.” The Review and Herald {RH December 11, 1894, par. 2}
In the hearts of all who receive Him Christ will be formed, the hope of glory. The Saviour says
to everyone for whom He has died, You must receive the Holy Spirit, the Spirit of adoption
“Christ would elevate and refine man's mind, purifying it from all dross, that he may appreciate the
love that is without a parallel. He leads them up to the higher grade, unfolding before them the
treasures of eternity. He opens before them the volume of his providence, and bids them, as far as
possible, take in the whole revelation. He tells them that in this book is written the name of every
individual, that in the page assigned each individual is written every particular of his history, even to
the numbering of the hairs of the head. He leads the human agent to think of the love of God
manifested by giving his only begotten Son to die for the world. “God so loved the world, that he
gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting
life.” Thus God showed his love for man. With Christ he gave all heaven, that the moral image of
God might be restored in man. Our part is to appreciate the means provided, and in harmony with the
divine mind work out our salvation. God could do no more to express his love. His gift could not be
greater; for it embraces infinity. His grace in all its vastness is provided for all. There is no excuse
for any to retain selfishness. In the hearts of all who receive him, Christ will be formed, the hope
of glory. The Saviour says to every one for whom he has died, You must receive the Holy Spirit,
the Spirit of adoption. You must become so united with God that you will impart the grace you
have received. Thus you become a living channel, by which God can communicate his light to the
world.” The General Conference Bulletin {GCB October 1, 1899, Art. B, par. 5}; {Ms 94, 1899, par. 27-28}
He in whose heart Christ is formed, he to whom Christ is the hope of glory, enlightening,
sanctifying, strengthening, will be preserved from the false representations that will be made of
God
“False prophets, through whom the spirit of antichrist works, will seek to seduce believers from the
truth by spiritualistic suppositions and fables clothed in the garments of truth. They will present ideas
that will captivate the minds of those who are not established in the present truth. We need to watch
unto prayer, walking and working in constant dependence upon God. He in whose heart Christ is
formed, he to whom Christ is the hope of glory, enlightening, sanctifying, strengthening, will be
preserved from the false representations that will be made of God.”
Letter 221 {Lt 221, 1903, par. 7}; The Review and Herald {RH May 4, 1905, par. 6}

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"The mystery

which has been hidden from ages and from generations,

1BC – EGW Bible Commentary vol. 1 HS – Historical Sketches

1 CHRIST - A SAVIOUR WHO IS NEAR AT HAND

2 CHRIST INTO THE SOUL TEMPLE

3 CHRIST, AN INDWELLING SAVIOUR

4 THE MIND OF CHRIST

5 CHRIST FORMED WITHIN, THE HOPE OF GLORY

There must be a power working from within… That power is Christ

1. CHRIST - A SAVIOUR WHO IS NEAR AT HAND

There must be a power working from within… That power is Christ

Jesus – invited to abide as a heavenly guest in the soul

Men's hearts - fit temples for the indwelling of Christ

The presence of Jesus was with us as if I could see Him in person

Self dies, and Christ lives in His servants

Christ is to live in His representatives by the spirit of truth

Christ enthroned within

2.1 Christ - A Honored Heavenly Guest

2.2 In true conversion Christ takes possession of the soul temple

2.3 Christ is abiding in the soul temple

2.4 Cleansing the soul temple

2.5 Christ, enthroned in the soul temple

2.1 Christ - A Honored Heavenly Guest

The soul will be a temple where Christ can dwell

2.2 In true conversion Christ takes possession of the soul temple

Christ is willing to take possession of the soul temple

Self is to die, and Christ is to take possession of the soul temple

2.3 Christ is abiding in the soul temple

If Christ is abiding in the heart, He will sanctify the soul temple

2.4 Cleansing the soul temple

Christ calls for you to cooperate with Him, to be your righteousness

We must cleanse the soul temple from its defilement

2.5 Christ, enthroned in the soul temple

When Christ cannot be enthroned in the soul temple

3.1 The need for an indwelling Savior

3.2 You must seek to have an indwelling Saviour

3.5 We are to receive our traits of character from an indwelling Saviour

3. CHRIST, AN INDWELLING SAVIOUR

3.1 The need for an indwelling Savior

3.2 You must seek to have an indwelling Saviour

Christ is the indwelling Saviour

I felt the assurance of an indwelling Saviour

An indwelling Saviour will strengthen us every hour

An indwelling Christ is the cause of ever-increasing power

3.5 We are to receive our traits of character from an indwelling Saviour

An indwelling Christ purifies the soul from selfishness and iniquity

Transformation of character is the testimony to the world of an indwelling Christ

4.1 It is positively essential that we have the mind of Christ

4.2 To be a Christian means to have the mind of Christ

4.3 The mind of Christ dwells in his faithful followers

4.4 Filled with the Spirit, having the mind of Christ

4.1 It is positively essential that we have the mind of Christ

Sealed in the mind

The mind of Christ is to be the mind of every child of God

1. Intention; purpose; design…

4.2 To be a Christian means to have the mind of Christ

True Christians have the mind of Christ