The Prolonged Struggle of Supernatural Forces for Creation’s Loyalty as Revealed In— Vol. V.— The Christian Era Until Victory is Unanimously Achieved — The Great Controversy. Heritage Edition—Some 125 Century-Old Illustrations, 558 pages. This volume is a portrayal of the history and future of the Christian Church from the destruction of ancient Jerusalem in A.D. 70 until the establishment of the New Jerusalem as God’s eternal capital of the universe on this earth restored, with emphasis upon the end-time prophecies of Daniel and the Revelation. A clear description is provided of the over-arching great controversy between Christ and Satan, which began in heaven but is presently battling over the souls of mankind and will be brought to an end here on this earth. CONTENTS Preface Author’s Introduction SECTION I.— FROM FAITHFUL TO HARLOT 1. The Destruction of Jerusalem 2. Persecution in the First Centuries 3. An Era of Spiritual Darkness (The Apostasy) SECTION II.— FROM REMNANT TO REFORMATION 4. The Waldenses 5. John Wycliffe 6. Huss and Jerome 7. Luther’s Separation From Rome 8. Luther Before the Diet 9. The Swiss Reformer 10. Progress of Reform in Germany 11. Protest of the Princes 12. The French Reformation 13. The Netherlands and Scandinavia 14. Later English Reformers 15. The Bible and the French Revolution SECTION III.— TRIALS IN THE NEW WORLD 16. The Pilgrim Fathers 17. Heralds of the Morning 18. An American Reformer 19. Light Through Darkness 20. A Great Religious Awakening 21. A Warning Rejected SECTION IV.— BIBLE TRUTHS REDISCOVERED 22. Prophecies Fulfilled 23. What Is the Sanctuary? 24. In the Holy of Holies 25. God’s Law Immutable 26. A Work of Reform 27. Modern Revivals 28. Facing Life’s Record (The Investigative Judgment) 29. The Origin of Evil 30. Enmity Between Man and Satan 31. Agency of Evil Spirits 32. Snares of Satan 33. The First Great Deception 34. Can Our Dead Speak to Us? (Spiritualism) SECTION V.— TRIALS AT THE END 35. Liberty of Conscience Threatened (Aims of the Papacy) 36. The Impending Conflict 37. The Scriptures a Safeguard 38. The Final Warning 39. The Time of Trouble SECTION VI.— TRUTH TRIUMPHANT 40. God’s People Delivered 41. Desolation of the Earth 42. The Controversy Ended Appendix The Companion Volumes are: Vol. I.— Adam and Eve Through King David’s Reign — Patriarchs and Prophets Vol. II.— King Solomon Until the Promised Deliverer — Prophets and Kings Vol. III.—The Life and Ministry of Jesus Christ — The Desire of Ages Vol. IV.—The Times and Ministry of the Apostles — The Acts of the Apostles * Supernatural Revelations Explaining Past, Present, & Future * — TRANSFORMING TRUTH STRANGER THAN FICTION —

Everything About Ellen G. White in One Resource This masterwork brings together hundreds of articles that describe the people and events in the life of Ellen White, as well as her stand on numerous topics. Doctrine and Theology use of the Apocrypha the holy flesh movement the humanity of Christ justification king of the north latter rain legalism perfection Health and Lifestyle dress reform football hydrotherapy insurance use of humor milk and cheese politics and voting “secret vice” time management Life Events her conversion General Conference session of 1888 great controversy vision iceberg vision San Francisco earthquake Places Gorham, Maine Graysville, Tennessee Loma Linda Sanitarium Oakwood Industrial School Pitcairn People Elizabeth Harmon Bangs—the twin sister that Ellen worked to bring into the faith Fannie Bolton—the literary assistant who was fired a surprising number of times John Byington—the militant abolitionist and first General Conference president Sylvester Graham—the temperance advocate whose cracker lives on today Moses Hull—the evangelist who lost a debate with a spiritualist in more ways than one Everything from the hymns Ellen White loved to the homes she lived in are covered in heavily referenced articles. You’ll find a detailed chronology of her life and extensive articles on her ministry, her theology, and her statements in the light of advancing scientific knowledge. Whether you’re preparing a sermon, teaching a class, or finding answers to personal questions, this single resource has the answers you need.

Behind the scenes of this world spiritual forces are fighting over the souls of men in the great controversy between Christ and Satan (Ephesians 6:12). The Scriptures reveal the play and counter-play of these forces throughout sacred history until the return of Christ and the setting up of His kingdom (Daniel 2:44). It is important for us to know where we are in the scheme of things and be prepared to take our stand on the right side. Those who do nothing but sit on the fence are in danger of being swept away by the spiritualistic delusions that are to come upon the world (Matthew 24:24). God has given us light in His Word to guide our steps and light our path (Psalm 119:105). The deceptions and philosophies of spiritualism will increasingly infiltrate the church and take on a holy garb, until one day the church will become a haunt of demons (Revelation 18:2)! God has given us warnings in His Word to protect and guide us; none will be deceived without first hearing and rejecting the truth (2 Thess. 2:11-12).

This Oxford Handbook contains 39 original essays on Seventh-day Adventism. Each chapter addresses the history, theology, and various other social and cultural aspects of Adventism from its inception up to the present as a major religious group spanning the globe.

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Religious Liberty is a Biblical principle that man was created with a free will. Satanic forces have worked down the ages to persecute those who are faithful to God's commandments. God is calling people to come out of Babylon before it is too late, a symbol of the corrupt churches that break God's law, turn to civil power for support, and persecute God's commandment keeping people.

“Why God?” Everyday this question is uttered in sorrow, bewilderment, or anger. This cry is the problem of suffering. It is also known as the problem of evil. It asks why a good, all-powerful God allows evil and pain. Theodicy is the name of the theological responses that seek to defend God against charges of unfairness. Traditional theodicies have been accused of intensifying the problem by claiming that God is justified in allowing evil because he uses it to bring about a greater good. This greater-good approach has been criticized in more recent times. It seems to uncomfortably align God and evil too closely together. Does God need evil in order to bring good? This study explores an alternative stream of theodicy found in the idea of cosmic warfare. In this theodicy God fights evil in its moral, physical, spiritual, and supernatural forms. This book explores the world of theodicy and its cosmic warfare forms. It navigates the theological and ethical minefields involved. Building on the idea that God is in the midst of a great cosmic controversy, it seeks to further the conversation and articulates a new alternative “redeemed good defense.”