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blame. It is the privilege of all to retain Jesus with them. If they do
this, their words must be select, seasoned with grace. The thoughts
[1119]
of their hearts must be disciplined to meditate upon heavenly and
divine things (
The Spirit of Prophecy 2:35-38
).
46. A Pattern in Courtesy
—After Joseph and Mary had
searched for Him for three days, they found Him in the court of
the temple, “sitting in the midst of the doctors, both hearing them,
and asking them questions. And all that heard Him were astonished
at His understanding and answers.” He asked His questions with a
grace that charmed these learned men. He was a perfect pattern for
all youth. Ever He manifested deference and respect for age. The
religion of Jesus will never lead any child to be rude and uncourteous
(
The Youth’s Instructor, September 8, 1898
).
50, 51. A Constant Ministry
—[
Luke 2:50, 51
quoted.] Christ
did not enter upon His public ministry for eighteen years after this,
but He was constantly ministering to others, improving every op-
portunity offered Him. Even in His childhood He spoke words of
comfort and tenderness to young and old. His mother could not
but mark His words, His spirit, His willing obedience to all her
requirements (
The Youth’s Instructor, September 8, 1898
).
51
. See
EGW comment on John 2:1, 2
.