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The Great Controversy
What is the world coming too? The news media may tell you what is happening, but this book will tell you what is going to happen! The Great Controversy begins at the dawning of the Christian era, traces the rise and fall of nations and religious powers down to our day, then plunges ahead to preview the future. What this book see's coming is not based on guesswork, it is ba...more
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Feb 15, 2013
Jael
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Paul Cole
This book, seriously, one of the most profoundly moving pieces of Christian writing I've ever come across. When I sit and contemplate the battle that is going on for our souls, the simplicity of what God has ever required of His people, and the glorious promise of victory to those who endure to the end, I'm overwhelmed.
Yet there's a definite solemnity about all this, too. In very vivid language, mincing no words, does the author expound on what we can expect if we are of the final generation to...more
Yet there's a definite solemnity about all this, too. In very vivid language, mincing no words, does the author expound on what we can expect if we are of the final generation to...more
Not sure why its taken me years to get to this book. I've dabbed at it over the past few years, heard a thing or two about it, read a chapter here and there but its done. The Great Controversy wouldn't be the first book from this author that I would recommend based upon where a person is in relation to their understanding of God. If your view of God is that of a lightning pelting, fire & brimstone, unmerciful, unforgiving ruler, then yes, you'll most likely be spooked and miss out on how won...more
Aug 12, 2011
Christy Robinson
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This book is considered by Seventh-day Adventists to be inspired by God to the author. However, much of the book quotes a number of 18th and 19th century authors and encyclopedias. Where it quotes Scripture, the Authorized Version (King James) is used.
Even the title is misleading. God is sovereign. In what way does he need to justify himself to Earth's inhabitants or the heavenly angels, or the inhabitants of other worlds, by allowing the continuation of an ages-long conflict between himself and...more
Even the title is misleading. God is sovereign. In what way does he need to justify himself to Earth's inhabitants or the heavenly angels, or the inhabitants of other worlds, by allowing the continuation of an ages-long conflict between himself and...more
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I have read this book again over the last couple months, and always find it useful. The first third of the book is basically a history of the reformation, up to the 19th century. The next third or so covers a number of basic Seventh-day Adventist beliefs. The last 12 or 13 chapters are a study in eschatology, looking at prophecies for the end of time. I find this book to be very useful in answering some of the big questions people ask about God. Where is God when bad things happen? Why is there...more
First time I read this completely through was my senior year in academy/high school. Not only was it a bonding time between my classmates and myself, but what a spiritual building experiance as well :)
I truely love this book for more reasons then I can write at this time. But I hope many people read it and enjoy it with me :)
I truely love this book for more reasons then I can write at this time. But I hope many people read it and enjoy it with me :)
the Bad: Some of the chapters are a challenge to get through once you have already read the book.
the Good: This is one of my favorite books of all time. I have literally lost count of how many times I have read it through from cover to cover. I first "discovered" this book when I was 11 years old.
Even if I don't have time or patience to read it all the way through again the last several chapters are worth reading again and again just because of the hope it inspires. When I pick up this book I us...more
the Good: This is one of my favorite books of all time. I have literally lost count of how many times I have read it through from cover to cover. I first "discovered" this book when I was 11 years old.
Even if I don't have time or patience to read it all the way through again the last several chapters are worth reading again and again just because of the hope it inspires. When I pick up this book I us...more
I finally, FINALLY finished it! And I'm utterly speechless. I mean, The Great Controversy is a piece of art. And to think it was written by a woman who only had a very low-grade education - third or fourth - is just...wow. I cannot wait to meet Mrs. White in Heaven!
This book is excellent! I thoroughly enjoyed it from cover to cover. It is a very interesting insight on the history of the protestant church from the destruction of Jerusalem to the second coming of Christ and the New Jerusalem. Some topics that I particularly enjoyed:
1. Descriptive scenes of the second coming and New Jerusalem period. Wow mind blowing!
2. The investigative judgment and the heavenly sanctuary.
3. End time events with biblical quotations from not just Daniel and Revelation, but Is...more
1. Descriptive scenes of the second coming and New Jerusalem period. Wow mind blowing!
2. The investigative judgment and the heavenly sanctuary.
3. End time events with biblical quotations from not just Daniel and Revelation, but Is...more
In this 5th book in Ellen G. White's Conflict of the Ages series the curtain is pulled back on the battle between truth and error and between Christ and Satan. The book opens with the events surrounding the destruction of Jerusalem as foretold by Jesus before his death and takes us down through the ages, through those who accepted His truth and the price they paid for it, up through the Protestant reformation and rise of Reason as played out in the French Revolution and finally through the futur...more
This is excellent documentation demonstrating the fact of the universal apostasy after Christ and his apostles. I recommend it to everyone, though I do not concur with the proposition that Reformation, nor Seventh-Day Advent ism, is the way back to God (I am a sincere devotee of restoration through Joseph Smith, the Prophet of God). This book gave me a greater appreciation for all of the many Reformers and their sacrifices to break the stranglehold of the apostate Roman Catholic Church.
While I don't personally agree with the author's views, and I found her to be a bit harsh on Roman Catholics, it was still an interesting read. She is prone to tell stories from the Bible using her own slant (in an ad libitum manner), so if the reader doesn't know the biblical version, then the story may be misunderstood. I am particularly referring to her stories about Satan, the fall, and the postlapsarian couple. Still, it kept my interest.
Amazing insight into the history of the Bride of Christ (His Church) from the fall of Jerusalem, through the Dark Ages to the modern day & what the future is in store for His people. Using the historical method of biblical prophecy with pin-point accuracy, I have to say this is my favorite volume on the subject on my bookshelf. I've read it cover to cover several times and reference many chapters in my studies.
The book several times related history that can not be backed up historically. I found quotes from authors that were twisted to her concept. Unless, one has studied history from Christ through the Reformation....they will be mislead. Some SDA theologians agree with this also and have written about it....Trustworthy material...doubtful. A book held so high, lacks validation of accuracy.
This book is a most intelligent and insightful account of history from the early Church on through the dark ages and beyond. Mrs Ellen G White wrote this book in 1888 - go woman power! Beware if you're catholic, you might not like what you read about the history of your religion. The version of this book that I have was re-published by "Harvestime Books" and each chapter contains quite a bit of anecdotal information pertaining to the topic of that chapter - be it historical dating and time frame...more
Every single Christian needs to read this book. Everything you need to know from the destruction of the temple, through the Reformation, to Jesus' birth-resurrection, and finally to what you need to know NOW at End Times!!
I mainly read only the histories of the Reformists in this thick volume. Those histories are very enlightening. Beyond those histories some of her understandings were limited, but some were eloquently expressed.
I just had to read one of her books and some SDA recommend me to read this one. I give it a 3 star since, to me, by the end of the book is based on her (or their) prediction. not entirely convinced.
Another book I've yet to read but bought at a yard sale because it looked old and cool. Not sure when my copy was published, but the newest copyright date is 1939.
This book needs to be read by everyone to know what is coming on the world, and how the great controversy will end between Christ and Satan.
A good book for religious history buffs. Eye opening exposing the reality of the great controversy between God and Satan and where we stand.
So far the few chapters talk about the beginnings of Protestantism. Great European historical information in regards to the Reformation.
This one was hard to get into. The best part is the last few chapters. As they talk about heaven and what it will be like.
Wonderful, enlightening, encouraging, thought provoking. Gives you a meaning to live and the courage to do what is right.
It's so cool to see the string of God's truth flow through time in such a view. Just to step back and see the big picture.
Very tough to get through some of the chapters specially at the beginning. However, totally worth reading. Great book!
This is the best book that I have ever read. It completely changed my life and answered so many questions.
Provides so much background information on the spiritual warfare that exists all around us.
An excellent book that documents the history of the Reformation. One of my all-time favorites.
This is the kind of a book that i would recomment anyone to read.
It reveals a lot.
It reveals a lot.
Fantastic book that talks about the battle between Good and Evil. Love it!!!
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In brief, she was a woman of remarkable spiritual gifts who lived most of her life during the nineteenth century (1827-1915), yet through her writings she is still making a revolutionary impact on millions of people around the world. During her lifetime she wrote more than 5,000 periodical articles and 40 books; but today, including compilations from her 5...more
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In brief, she was a woman of remarkable spiritual gifts who lived most of her life during the nineteenth century (1827-1915), yet through her writings she is still making a revolutionary impact on millions of people around the world. During her lifetime she wrote more than 5,000 periodical articles and 40 books; but today, including compilations from her 5...more
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“It is Satan's constant effort to misrepresent the character of God, the nature of sin, and the real issues at stake in the great controversy. His sophistry lessens the obligation of the divine law and gives men license to sin. At the same time he causes them to cherish false conceptions of God so that they regard Him with fear and hate rather than with love. The cruelty inherent in his own character is attributed to the Creator; it is embodied in systems of religion and expressed in modes of worship.”
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