TM 516
(Testimonies to Ministers and Gospel Workers 516)
The Victorious Life VC
[Reprint of a little tract, the last of Mrs. White’s writing before her death.]
Sanitarium, California
June 14, 1914
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The Lord has given me a message for you, and not for you only, but also for other faithful souls who are troubled by doubts and fears regarding their acceptance by the Lord Jesus Christ. His word to you is, “Fear not: for I have redeemed thee, I have called thee by thy name; thou art Mine.” Isaiah 43:1. You desire to please the Lord, and you can do this by believing His promises. He is waiting to take you into a harbor of gracious experience, and He bids you, “Be still, and know that I am God.” Psalm 46:10. You have had a time of unrest; but Jesus says to you, “Come unto Me, ... and I will give you rest.” Matthew 11:28. The joy of Christ in the soul is worth everything. “Then are they glad,”(Psalm 107:30) because they are privileged to rest in the arms of everlasting love. (TM 516.1) MC VC
Put away your distrust of our heavenly Father. Instead of talking of your doubts, break away from them in the strength of Jesus, and let light shine into your soul by letting your voice express confidence and trust in God. I know that the Lord is very nigh to give you victory, and I say to you, Be helped, be strengthened, be lifted out of and away from the dark dungeon of unbelief. Doubts will rush into your mind, because Satan is trying to hold you in captivity to his cruel power; but face him in the strength that Jesus is willing to give you, and conquer the inclination to express unbelief in your Saviour. (TM 516.2) MC VC
Do not talk of your inefficiency and your defects. When despair would seem to be sweeping over your soul, look to Jesus, saying, He lives to make intercession for me. Forget the things that are behind, and believe the promise, “I will come to you,”(John 14:18) and “abide with you.” John 14:16. (TM 516.3) MC VC