What does Ellen White write about...
Adventistische Schriften über: "Jesus' comfort and forgiveness after renewed alcohol use, repentance, depression, and a new beginning in sobriety"
Answer
The Adventist testimonies show that even after a renewed relapse into alcohol abuse, Jesus is ready to accept and forgive those who repent. Whoever sincerely repents and relies on the strength of Christ in humble obedience can begin sobriety anew and shake off the bonds of sin in the name of Jesus. The promise stands: Whoever returns to Christ will be healed and strengthened by him.
An appeal for freedom from the bondage of heavy drinking
»I then saw that you were not a happy man. Your judgment and reason are convinced that we have the truth, and there is no happiness for you unless you overcome your strong habits and are purified by obeying the truth. ... Jesus still pities and loves you. ... I saw that you can reform. Your strong enemy has bound you, but in the name of Jesus shake off these bonds and be a free man. Control your actions, overcome your appetite, sacrifice your idol. ... You cannot overcome in your own strength. The Lord will impart his strength to you if you sincerely repent and earnestly seek it. ... The Lord says: Return to Me, and I will return to you and heal all your backsliding.«
Encouragement to take hold of hope and reform
»I appeal to you, will you take hold of this encouragement that the Lord now offers you? Will you take hold of the hope that the Lord now gives you? ... We will pray for you. Consider his sacrifice, and then, in his strength, make the sacrifice yourself that will bring happiness to you and your family and in the end bring you the crown of victory. ... I ask, I plead, I implore you to heed this merciful message and reform. The greater the struggle and the trial, the greater the reward will be. ... My prayer is that you may prove worthy of your name. Be an overcomer and walk with Jesus in the light, for you will be found worthy, washed and made white in his blood.«
The blood of Jesus blots out sin and grants forgiveness
»Jesus held his wounded hand over it and said: “My blood alone can blot it out. If from now on you choose the path of humble obedience and rely solely on the merits of my blood to cover your past transgressions, I will blot out your transgressions and cover your sins.” ... Jesus Christ the righteous, our Advocate with the Father.«
Comfort in the Savior's love and his everlasting arms
»These words are spoken to you. When you become confused, read this promise and talk with God. He will never tell you that you are foolish because you do not understand it better. ... When we go to him in faith, we will never seek comfort in vain. He will deal gently with us in our infirmities, for he has been tempted in all points as we are. ... I felt that the everlasting arms were beneath me. I knew the comfort of the Savior's love.«
Original Sources (English)
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