At ARME, one of the highlights on Sabbath is the "Mock
Trial" that we hold. We ask people to defend their beliefs based on the
Bible alone. It's inspiring and challenging and it helps everyone recognize their great
need.
We are told: "None but those who have fortified the mind with the truths
of the Bible will stand through the last great conflict. To every soul will
come the searching test: Shall I obey God rather than men? The decisive hour is
even now at hand. Are our feet planted on the rock of God’s immutable word? Are
we prepared to stand firm in defense of the commandments of God and the faith
of Jesus?" Great Controversy, p. 593
Thankfully though, we don't have to defend
ourselves if we've given our heart to Christ. He stands for us! He is our
judge, but He's also our defender…
My friend Dawn just sent this beautiful quote.
"We may reach up to Jesus Christ who is our Advocate in
the heavenly courts. We need a friend at court. We have been sinning, been
disobedient, been transgressors, and it is of the highest consequence to us
that we have a Friend at court to plead our cases to the Father. He says, "If
I be lifted up I will draw all men unto Me." Well, will all be drawn?
Christ draws but will they respond to the drawing? Will they come? The
invitation here in Revelation is this: " And the Spirit and the bride say,
Come. And let him that heareth say, Come. And let him that is athirst come. And
whosoever will, let him take the water of life freely" (Revelation 22:17). This Day With God, p. 223
Let's look up in Thankfulness that the Heavenly Judge is also our DEFENDER today! ;-)
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