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The Desire of Ages
DA 455.1–457.2 • John 8:7; John 8:10-11

“Among Snares”

The Pure Compassion and Unsearchable Wisdom of Christ

Confronted by hostile rulers who dragged an accused woman into the temple courts to ensnare Him, Jesus stooped down and wrote on the dust. Conscience-smitten by His unmasking of their hypocrisy, the accusers fled, leaving the penitent soul alone with the Savior to receive His life-changing words: 'Neither do I condemn thee: go, and sin no more.'

pp. 455–457 · 9 paragraphs

Holy Scripture

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John 8:7
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So when they continued asking him, he lifted up himself, and said unto them, He that is without sin among you, let him first cast a stone at her.

John 8:10-11
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When Jesus had lifted up himself, and saw none but the woman, he said unto her, Woman, where are those thine accusers? hath no man condemned thee? She said, No man, Lord. And Jesus said unto her, Neither do I condemn thee: go, and sin no more.

The Desire of Ages

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End of Day 1(DA 455.1–457.2)

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“How did Jesus reveal the difference between self-righteous condemnation and true, restoring righteousness?”

Grace and Truth in Harmony
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“Lord Jesus, full of grace and truth, we thank Thee that Thou dost not despise the broken and penitent. Guard our hearts from harboring critical thoughts against others, and clothe us in Thy tender mercy.”

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Actively choose not to speak any critical word or pass judgment today, praying instead for those who are struggling.

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