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The Great Controversy
GC 299.1–GC 303.2 • John 14:3; Acts 1:11; Titus 2:13

“Heralds of the Morning”

Christ’s promise to return

The coming of the Lord has been the hope of His people through every age. Notice the Bible promises the chapter gathers, and the signs it describes in the heavens and on earth.

pp. 299–303 · 13 paragraphs

Holy Scripture

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John 14:3
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And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there ye may be also.

Acts 1:11
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Which also said, Ye men of Galilee, why stand ye gazing up into heaven? this same Jesus, which is taken up from you into heaven, shall so come in like manner as ye have seen him go into heaven.

Titus 2:13
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Looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God and our Saviour Jesus Christ;

The Great Controversy

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End of Day 1(GC 299.1–GC 303.2)

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

You may engage with 3 gentle devotional review questions, record insights in your journal, or advance when ready.

Heart Reflection (Optional)

“What does Jesus promise in John 14:3?”

Observation: I will come again
Prayer & Practice (Optional)
Prayer Focus

“Lord Jesus, thank You for Your promise to return. Keep me ready and hopeful.”

Practical Action

Read the promises in John 14:1–3 and 1 Thessalonians 4:16–17 each evening this week.

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