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The Desire of Ages
DA 68.1–70.2 • Luke 2:39–40, 51–52

“As a Child”

The Lowly Home and Diligent Character of Jesus in Nazareth

Before reading, pause to quiet your mind. In this unit, we behold how the Son of God lived as a loving, obedient child in a humble mountain village, learning from nature and the Scriptures while consecrating daily manual labor. Ask God to grant you a teachable heart and faithfulness in common duties.

pp. 68–70 · 8 paragraphs

Holy Scripture

KJV
Luke 2:39
39

And when they had performed all things according to the law of the Lord, they returned into Galilee, to their own city Nazareth.

Luke 2:40
40

And the child grew, and waxed strong in spirit, filled with wisdom: and the grace of God was upon him.

Luke 2:51
51

And he went down with them, and came to Nazareth, and was subject unto them: but his mother kept all these sayings in her heart.

Luke 2:52
52

And Jesus increased in wisdom and stature, and in favour with God and man.

The Desire of Ages

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End of Day 1(DA 68.1–70.2)

Take a quiet moment to pause, pray, and meditate on these living truths.

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Heart Reflection (Optional)

“Jesus lived in a humble home and faithfully shared household burdens. How does His example of cheerful diligence in manual labor transform our attitude toward daily, mundane tasks?”

Dignity of Labor & Faithfulness in Little Things
Prayer & Practice (Optional)
Prayer Focus

“Lord Jesus, teach us to find joy and dignity in quiet service, to honor You in our daily work, and to grow daily in wisdom, stature, and favor with God and our neighbors.”

Practical Action

Identify one ordinary chore or professional task today that you usually dread, and perform it with cheerful excellence as an offering of worship to God.

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