2nd Peter 1:20 Knowing this first, that no prophecy of the scripture is of any private interpretation. 21 For the prophecy came not in old time by the will of man: but holy men of God spoke as they were moved by the Holy Ghost.
[The Great Controversy pp 595] Before accepting any doctrine or precept, we should demand a plain “Thus saith the Lord” in its support.
Thus, as revival and reformation come due, let it be our steadfast purpose to resolutely put away, any and everything that will impede the work God is willing and able to do. It will call for some soul-searching, some prayer and fasting, some acknowledging and confession of sins, and yes, some turning away from things which the Baals of the day have induced us to engage in.
God would help us if we cooperate with Him, so that the work of salvation can continue uninterrupted in our hearts. We therefore end with a passage of scripture that will enable us to reach for the kernels, not merely the husks of religion, for God is a Spirit, and they that worship Him must do so in spirit and in truth.
2nd Peter 1:10 Wherefore the rather, brethren, give diligence to make your calling and election sure: for if ye do these things, ye shall never fall: 11 For so an entrance shall be ministered unto you abundantly into the everlasting kingdom of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
May God add His blessing to the study of His word. “Good night” and God bless!