SERVICE FOR CHRIST MATTHEW 25:1 30

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1 SERVICE FOR CHRIST MATTHEW 25:1 30 1

2 CONSTRUCTIVE PARALLELISM Here the construction is similar in form, without a precise correspondence in sentiment and word as equivalent or opposite, but with a gradation or progress of thought: (Proverbs 15:17). 2

3 SYNONYMOUS PARALLELISM Expresses the same idea in different but equivalent words, as in the following examples: Psalm 19:1, 2. 3

4 ANTITHETIC PARALLELISM Expresses a contrast or antithesis in sentiment: Psalm 1:6. 4

5 Each parable has a main character (master or bridegroom) that is expected to come. 5

6 Each parable has a main character (master or bridegroom) that is expected to come. Each parable had the participants active. The Ten Virgins are watching and waiting. Those who received the talents are to be improving them. 6

7 Each parable has a main character (master or bridegroom) that is expected to come. Each parable had the participants active. The Ten Virgins are watching and waiting. Those who received the talents are to be improving them. Each parable has a reward for the faithful or righteous ones at Christ s coming. 7

8 Each parable has a main character (master or bridegroom) that is expected to come. Each parable had the participants active. The Ten Virgins are watching and waiting. Those who received the talents are to be improving them. Each parable has a reward for the faithful or righteous ones at Christ s coming. Each parable has a reward for the unfaithful 8

9 Constrained = Lemma is συνέχω sunechō; from 4862 (sun) and 2192 (echō); to hold together. 9

10 Our Saviour s joy was in the uplifting and redemption of fallen men. For this He counted not His life dear unto Himself, but endured the cross, despising the shame. So angels are ever engaged in working for the happiness of others. This is their joy. That which selfish hearts would regard as humiliating service, ministering to those who are wretched and in every way inferior in character and rank, is the work of sinless angels. The spirit of Christ s self-sacrificing love is the spirit that pervades heaven and is the very essence of its bliss. This is the spirit that Christ s followers will possess, the work that they will do. (Steps to Christ, p. 77) 10

11 No sooner does one come to Christ than there is born in his heart a desire to make known to others what a precious friend he has found in Jesus; the saving and sanctifying truth cannot be shut up in his heart. (Steps to Christ, p. 78) 11

12 This is the highest honor, the greatest joy, that it is possible for God to bestow upon men. Those who thus become participants in labors of love are brought nearest to their Creator. God might have committed the message of the gospel, and all the work of loving ministry, to the heavenly angels. He might have employed other means for accomplishing His purpose. But in His infinite love He chose to make us co-workers with Himself, with Christ and the angels, that we might share the blessing, the joy, the spiritual uplifting, which results from this unselfish ministry. (Steps to Christ, p. 79) 12

13 Another book was opened, wherein were recorded the sins of those who profess the truth.... One class were registered as cumberers of the ground. As the piercing eye of the Judge rested upon these, their sins of neglect were distinctly revealed. With pale, quivering lips they acknowledged that they had been traitors to their holy trust. 13

14 They had had warnings and privileges, but they had not heeded nor improved them. They could now see that they had presumed too much upon the mercy of God. True, they had not such confessions to make as had the vile and basely corrupt; but, like the fig tree, they were cursed because they bore no fruit, because they had not put to use the talents entrusted to them. (Testimonies for the Church, vol. 4, pp. 385, 386) 14

15 The work of beneficence is twice blessed. While he that gives to the needy blesses others, he himself is blessed in a still greater degree. The grace of Christ in the soul is developing traits of character that are the opposite of selfishness, traits that will refine, ennoble, and enrich the life. (Thoughts from the Mount of Blessing, p. 82) 15

16 So closely is health related to our happiness, that we cannot have the latter without the former. A practical knowledge of the science of human life, is necessary in order to glorify God in our bodies. It is therefore of the highest importance, that among the studies selected for childhood, Physiology should occupy the first place. (The Health Reformer, August 1, 1866) 16

17 INSULIN 17

18 Endorphins Dopamine Serotonin Oxytocin 18

19 ENDORPHINS 19

20 DOPAMINE 20

21 SEROTONIN 21

22 OXYTOCIN 22

23 By physical touch, a hug or even a handshake. Would you make a deal if the other party would not shake hands on the matter? 23

24 By physical touch, a hug or even a handshake. Would you make a deal if the other party would not shake hands on the matter? By acts of human generosity (not money!) This must be giving of time and effort without expecting anything in return. Why? 24

25 By physical touch, a hug or even a handshake. Would you make a deal if the other party would not shake hands on the matter? By acts of human generosity (not money!) This must be giving of time and effort without expecting anything in return. Why? The one receiving generosity also gets a shot of oxytocin! 25

26 By physical touch, a hug or even a handshake. Would you make a deal if the other party would not shake hands on the matter? By acts of human generosity (not money!) This must be giving of time and effort without expecting anything in return. Why? The one receiving generosity also gets a shot of oxytocin! The one witnessing acts of generosity also get a release of oxytocin! 26

27 Lots of Oxytocin makes addiction hard! 27

28 Lots of Oxytocin makes addiction hard! Boosts the immune system! Proverbs 17:22 Really! 28

29 Lots of Oxytocin makes addiction hard! Boosts the immune system! Proverbs 17:22 Really! Increases our ability to solve problems 29

30 Lots of Oxytocin makes addiction hard! Boosts the immune system! Proverbs 17:22 Really! Increases our ability to solve problems Increases our creativity 30

31 Lots of Oxytocin makes addiction hard! Boosts the immune system! Proverbs 17:22 Really! Increases our ability to solve problems Increases our creativity Not addictive, but you feel great. 31

32 Many are sad and discouraged, weak in faith and trust. Let them do something to help someone more needy than themselves, and they will grow strong in God s strength. Let them engage in the good work of selling our books. Thus they will help others, and the experience gained will give them the assurance that they are God s helping hand. (Colporteur Ministry, p. 22) 32

33 CORTISOL 33

34 Puts glucose in muscles 34

35 Puts glucose in muscles Increases the heart rate 35

36 Puts glucose in muscles Increases the heart rate Makes us paranoid 36

37 Puts glucose in muscles Increases the heart rate Makes us paranoid Makes us self interested 37

38 Puts glucose in muscles Increases the heart rate Makes us paranoid Makes us self interested Shuts down certain body systems to have energy: Growth and immune systems 38

39 Puts glucose in muscles Increases the heart rate Makes us paranoid makes us self interested Shuts down certain body systems to have energy: Growth and immune systems Prohibits the release of Oxytocin! 39

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