No Ordinary Message

Viewed in the light of all the circumstances, this was no ordinary message; indeed, it was most extraordinary. It gave light—not a noontide blaze, but a few faint rays, like those of the sun’s rising. It revealed a pathway straight ahead leading to a glorious destination—the city of God. The light behind the advent believers was to shine all along the road the people of God were to travel until they should reach their Paradise home. Jesus would be the guide and leader of the travelers; and as long as they kept their eyes on Him, they would be safe. As they journeyed, the light would grow brighter, and others would join them until there would be a great company. Some would grow weary and distrustful. The journey would be longer than theyAGP 260.1

had thought it would be, and they would decide that God was not leading them, and would stumble off the path.AGP 261.1

To the troubled, confused believers to whom the message was related, it was practical and appropriate. It gave them greatly needed information. Note particularly how it answered the questions that would naturally be uppermost in their minds.AGP 261.2