Christ's Object Lessons

Preface

Chapter 1—Teaching in Parables

Chapter 2—“The Sower Went Forth to Sow”

The Sower and the Seed

The Soil—by the Wayside

In Stony Places

Among Thorns

Preparation of the Soil

In Good Ground

Chapter 3—“First the Blade, Then the Ear”

Chapter 4—Tares

Chapter 5—“Like a Grain of Mustard Seed”

Chapter 6—Other Lessons from Seed-Sowing

Chapter 7—Like Unto Leaven

Chapter 8—Hidden Treasure

How Hidden

Value of the Treasure

Results of Neglecting the Treasure

Search for the Treasure

Reward of Searching

Chapter 9—The Pearl

Chapter 10—The Net

Chapter 11—Things New and Old

Chapter 12—Asking to Give

Chapter 13—Two Worshipers

Chapter 14—“Shall Not God Avenge His Own?”

Chapter 15—“This Man Receiveth Sinners”

The Lost Sheep

The Lost Piece of Silver

Chapter 16—“Lost, and Is Found”

Chapter 17—“Spare it this Year Also”

Chapter 18—“Go Into the Highways and Hedges”

Chapter 19—The Measure of Forgiveness

Chapter 20—Gain that is Loss

Chapter 21—“A Great Gulf Fixed”

Application to the Jewish Nation

In the Last Days

Chapter 22—Saying and Doing

Chapter 23—The Lord's Vineyard

The Jewish Nation

The Church of Today

Chapter 24—Without a Wedding Garment

Chapter 25—Talents

Gifts of the Holy Spirit

Other Talents

Mental Faculties

Speech

Influence

Time

Health

Strength

Money

Kindly Impulses and Affections

Talents Multiplied by Use

The One Talent

The Talents Returned

The Talent Removed

Chapter 26—“Friends by the Mammon of Unrighteousness”

Chapter 27—“Who is My Neighbour?”

Chapter 28—The Reward of Grace

Chapter 29—“To Meet the Bridegroom”

In this devotional classic, Ellen G. White explores the depths of the best-loved teachings of Jesus, offering a deeply spiritual understanding of the parables of Christ as they apply to the life today. Writing not as a dry historical scholar or technical commentator, but as a messenger pleading the case of the Lord she loves, the author provides practical applications in a way that touches the heart. Those who attempt to underline the choicest passages often give up after finding entire pages underlined. In the pages of this book generations of readers have heard the same voice that spoke the parables so long ago still speaking to their heart, saying “Come to Me.” NOTE: Pagination follows that of the standard printing which is also used in the Comprehensive (Topical) Index to the Writings of Ellen G. White.

Christ’s Object Lessons

Education

Foreword

First Principles

Chapter 1—Source and Aim of True Education

Chapter 2—The Eden School

Chapter 3—The Knowledge of Good and Evil

Chapter 4—Relation of Education to Redemption

Illustrations

Chapter 5—The Education of Israel

Chapter 6—The Schools of the Prophets

Chapter 7—Lives of Great Men

Daniel, an Ambassador of Heaven

True and Honest Men

Elisha, Faithful in Little Things

Moses, Powerful Through Faith

Paul, Joyful in Service

The Master Teacher

Chapter 8—The Teacher Sent From God

Chapter 9—An Illustration of His Methods

The Transforming Power of Christ

From Weakness to Strength

A Lesson in Love

Nature Teaching

Chapter 10—God in Nature

Chapter 11—Lessons of Life

The Law of Ministry

Sowing in Faith

Life Through Death

Chapter 12—Other Object Lessons

The Message of the Stars

A Lesson of Trust

The Bible as an Educator

Chapter 13—Mental and Spiritual Culture

Chapter 14—Science and the Bible

Chapter 15—Business Principles and Methods

Honest Business Dealings

Chapter 16—Bible Biographies

By Faith to Conquest

The Discipline of Suffering

The Testing of Job

Chapter 17—Poetry and Song

The Power of Song

Chapter 18—Mysteries of the Bible

Chapter 19—History and Prophecy

Chapter 20—Bible Teaching and Study

Physical Culture

Chapter 21—Study of Physiology

Chapter 22—Temperance and Dietetics

Diet and Mental Development

Chapter 23—Recreation

Chapter 24—Manual Training

Character Building

Chapter 25—Education and Character

Chapter 26—Methods of Teaching

Chapter 27—Deportment

Chapter 28—Relation of Dress to Education

Chapter 29—The Sabbath

Chapter 30—Faith and Prayer

Chapter 31—The Lifework

The Underteacher

Chapter 32—Preparation

Chapter 33—Co-operation

Chapter 34—Discipline

Meeting Life's Discipline

The Higher Course

Chapter 35—The School of the Hereafter

This classic work on education sets forth the unique and challenging idea that “the work of education and the work of redemption are one.” The ultimate goal of all learning should be to understand more about our Creator-Redeemer and to reflect that understanding in our personal lives. In her writings on this subject, Ellen White was concerned, not with details of curriculum or educational systems, but with great, guiding principles. The result is a penetrating look at the factors that make up true education in its broadest sense. The reader will find in these pages insights to guide not only parents, students, and teachers, but all who seek true education in the great school of life.

The Ministry of Healing

The True Medical Missionary

Chapter 1—Our Example

Brotherly Love

Personal Ministry

Chapter 2—Days of Ministry

“He Shall Gather the Lambs With His Arm”

Parental Responsibility

Five Small Barley Loaves Feed the Multitude.

Chapter 3—With Nature and With God

Chapter 4—The Touch of Faith

“According to His Mercy He Saved Us”

“Thou Canst Make Me Clean”

“Ye Shall Find Rest”

Chapter 5—Healing of the Soul

“Wilt Thou Be Made Whole?”

“Go, and Sin No More”

“I Give Unto You Power”

Chapter 6—Saved to Serve

“My Praise Shall Be Continually of Thee”

“Freely Ye Have Received, Freely Give”

The Work of the Physician

Chapter 7—The Co-Working of the Divine and the Human

The Source of Healing

God's Promises

Chapter 8—The Physician, an Educator

Need of Education in Health Principles

Natural Remedies

Training for Life's Conflict

Power of Example

The Physician and the Temperance Work

Medical Missionaries and their Work

Chapter 9—Teaching and Healing

Work of the Disciples

Teaching Health Principles

A Broader Life

Little Opportunities

Self-Supporting Missionaries

Chapter 10—Helping the Tempted

Saved by Hope

Chapter 11—Working for the Intemperate

The Power of the Will

Disappointments; Dangers

Chapter 12—Help for the Unemployed and the Homeless

God's Plan for Israel

Industrial Training

Consideration for the Poor

Business Principles

The City Slums

Missionary Families

Hope and Courage

Life's Best Things

Chapter 13—The Helpless Poor

The Household of Faith

Widows and Orphans

The Aged

A Test of Character

“Give, and it shall be given unto you”

Chapter 14—Ministry to the Rich

The Care of the Sick

Chapter 15—In the Sickroom

Sunlight, Ventilation, and Temperature

Diet

Duties of Attendants

Visiting the Sick

Institutional Nursing

Chapter 16—Prayer for the Sick

Confession of Sin

Chapter 17—The Use of Remedies

Rational Remedies

Many things contribute to good health—cheerfulness, fresh air, exercise, diet, and positive relationships with other people, to name a few. Crucial also is a personal relationship with the Creator who gave us life and everything we need for health and happiness. In this book Ellen White deals with sickness of the soul and the healing balm to be found by trusting God for all things. Written in simple, beautiful language, Ministry of Healing will point you to a life full of joy and gladness—a life in touch with the Source of healing power. NOTE: Pagination follows that of the standard printing which is also used in the Comprehensive (Topical) Index to the Writings of Ellen G. White.

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