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The Desire of Ages
DA 637.1–639.1 • Matthew 25:34-35; Matthew 25:40

““The Least of These My Brethren””

Identifying Christ in the Suffering, Hungry, and Afflicted

In the solemn judgment scene of the sheep and goats, Christ reveals that true faith is manifested in unselfish ministry to the poor, suffering, and imprisoned. Love to God is validated by compassion toward humanity.

pp. 637–639 · 8 paragraphs

Holy Scripture

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Matthew 25:34-35
34

Then shall the King say unto them on his right hand, Come, ye blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world: For I was an hungred, and ye gave me meat: I was thirsty, and ye gave me drink: I was a stranger, and ye took me in:

Matthew 25:40
40

And the King shall answer and say unto them, Verily I say unto you, Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me.

The Desire of Ages

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End of Day 1(DA 637.1–639.1)

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Heart Reflection (Optional)

“Why does the King identify Himself so completely with the hungry, thirsty, naked, and imprisoned?”

Christ in the Suffering and Afflicted
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“Merciful Lord, open our eyes to see You in the poor, lonely, and burdened around us. Give us hands ready to serve and hearts overflowing with Your self-forgetful love.”

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Perform an unpublicized act of benevolence or service for someone who cannot repay you.

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