Written by Dionne Sabbay Thompson September 9, 2010
“The time period of 1260 is mentioned seven times in the bible and seven is the number of completion, emphasizing the completeness of the scriptures in prophecy, highlighting the delay of God’s work and its closure (Daniel 7:25; 12:7; Revelation 11:2,3; 12:6,14; 13:5)” [A Soul Sealed at Character Perfection page 8].
"Only those who are living up to the light they have will receive greater light. Unless we are daily advancing in the exemplification of the active Christian virtues, we shall not recognize the manifestations of the Holy Spirit in the latter rain. It may be falling on hearts all around us, but we shall not discern or receive it".--Testimonies to Ministers and Gospel workers 507 (1897).
As the battle between good and evil proceeds, God’s righteous remnant, advancing in sanctification, observe the unfolding of history’s final events. “The pope has changed the day of rest from the seventh to the first day”. “He has thought to change the very
commandment that was given to cause man to remember his Creator”. “He has thought to change the greatest commandment in the decalogue and thus make himself equal with God, or even exalt himself above God” (Early Writings page 65). The sealing Power of God and its infinite perfection secures those honoring the Ten Commandments, while embracing the faith of the Messiah, Jesus Christ (Isaiah 8:20, Revelation 12:17, 14:12, Testimonies to Ministers and Gospel Workers page 445) [A Soul Sealed at Character Perfection page 90].
God’s remnant must emphasize to both believers and nonbelievers the need to evacuate spiritual Babylon 22:11 ).
“Enforced Sunday Law, the Mark of the Beast, is imminent (Revelation 13:11 -18). All must be serious about their soul salvation, standing for the ministry of Truth. Earthly, Babylonian Kingdoms have fallen, thus sincere believers must evacuate spiritual Babylon 18:36 edifies that Christ’s kingdom was not of this earth. The latter rain, outpouring with the message of righteousness by faith, the third angel’s message, is empowered by the Fourth Angel’s amplified message, the loud cry (Zechariah 10:1, James 5:7, Revelation 18:1-5, Testimonies to Ministers and Gospel Workers pages 91-92). “Several have written to me, inquiring if the message of justification by faith is the third angel’s message, and I have answered, ‘It is the third angel’s message in verity’” (1Selected Messages page 372)” [A Soul Sealed at Character Perfection page 94].
Teaching the three angels’ messages and loud cry to every nation kindred tongue and people is essential (Revelation 14:6). Receiving God’s symbolic sealing in the forehead is an ultimate goal for Christ’s faithful believers (Revelation 14:1-5). The seventh-day Sabbath is a visible manifestation of God’s Sealing Truth (Ezekiel 20:12 ). As God’s righteous loud cry messengers, it is imperative that Overcomers remain faithful while sharing end time Truth across the globe regarding the Godhead and its righteous power, wisdom and love (Deuteronomy 6:4, Proverbs 8:22-36, Matthew 28:18-20, John 1:1-3, 14; Romans 1:20; 5:1-5; 1Corinthians 1:30, 8:6).
“ ‘Here is the patience of the saints: here are they that keep the Commandments of God and the faith of Jesus’ (Revelation 14:12 ). The people of God must understand the seriousness of the times, paralleling the experience prior to Noah’s flood (Matthew 24:37). Sincere believers must evacuate spiritually from Babylon
“Spiritual Babylonians will be a tool used by Satan, persecuting the remnant of Christ’s seed (Revelation 12:17 ). Be encouraged, as persecution will purify the faithful body of Christ, reserving their seat at the throne of God (Zechariah 13:9, Malachi 3:1-3, Titus 2:11 -15, Revelation 3:21 )” [A Soul Sealed at Character Perfection page 85].
“Once Enforced Sunday law, the Mark of the Beast, takes its position, worldly, Babylonian, Principalities will prevent God’s remnant from buying or selling: but God promises livelihood resources (Revelation 13:11 -18). The Creator will provide resources for His own “He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches; To him that overcometh will I give to eat of the hidden manna…” like coriander seed, honey
wafers (Exodus 16:31 , John 6:58 , Revelation 2:17 ). “Those who would not receive the mark of the beast and his image when the decree goes forth, must have decision now to say, Nay, we will not regard the institution of the beast” (Early Writings page 67)” [A Soul Sealed at Character Perfection pages 92-93].
“Ezekiel 20:12 edifies that only Christ [Yeshua] can sanctify His people, and He gave them His Sabbaths; a visible manifestation of living sealing proof. Proverbs 4:18 reminds us that God requires us to increase in knowledge daily, learning and advancing in holiness and wisdom (Romans 8:30 , 2Peter 3:18 ). Sincere believers must study and apply Truth to their character experience, believing in Christ, while obediently adhering to the Decalogue (Exodus 20, Romans 1:16 -17, 2Timothy 2:15 ). The path of the righteous
remnant, being justified by Christ, is like a shining light, growing brighter daily (Proverbs 4:18 ). God’s remnant must apply biblical Truth to their character experience, as without it, their pathway of truth becomes dimmer and dimmer, distancing them from the Creator: and Christ is the way, truth and life (Hosea 4:6, John 14:6, 2Timothy 3:16)” [A Soul Sealed at Character Perfection pages 93-94].
