Chapter 32—Faith a Topic of Conversation
A Law of Nature—It is a law of nature that our thoughts and
feelings are encouraged and strengthened as we give them utterance.
While words express thoughts, it is also true that thoughts follow
words. If we would give more expression to our faith, rejoice more
in the blessings that we know we have—the great mercy and love
of God—we should have more faith and greater joy. No tongue can
express, no finite mind can conceive, the blessing that results from
appreciating the goodness and love of God. Even on earth we may
have joy as a wellspring, never failing, because fed by the streams that
flow from the throne of God.—
The Ministry of Healing, 251-253
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The Inevitable Harvest—Those who talk faith and cultivate faith
will have faith; but those who cherish and express doubts will have
doubts.—
Testimonies for the Church 5:302
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The Source of Strength—If we would give more expression to
our faith, rejoice more in the blessings that we know we have—the
great mercy, forbearance, and love of God—we would daily have
greater strength. Have not the precious words spoken by Christ, the
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Prince of God, an assurance and power that should have great influence
upon us, that our heavenly Father is more willing to give the Holy
Spirit to them that ask Him than parents are to give good gifts to their
children?—
Selected Messages 2:243
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Seeds of Doubt, a Harvest of Unbelief—Let us take heed to our
words. Let us talk faith, and we shall have faith. Never give place to a
thought of discouragement in the work of God. Never utter a word of
doubt. It is as seed sown in the heart of both speaker and hearers, to
produce a harvest of discouragement and unbelief.—
Evangelism, 633
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Satan’s Great Advantage—Even under temptation, our language
may be that of faith and hope and courage. But no lightness, no trifling,
should be indulged in; no low witticism should escape our lips, for
these things give Satan great advantage.—
The Review and Herald,
May 13, 1884
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