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The Great Controversy
GC 171.1–GC 175.1 • Matthew 4:19; 2 Timothy 3:15; Psalm 119:18

“The Swiss Reformer”

God at work in Zwingli and the Swiss Reformation

Zwingli came to the Bible by a different road than Luther, yet arrived at the same truth. Notice how God prepared him, and how he taught the people directly from Scripture.

pp. 171–175 · 10 paragraphs

Holy Scripture

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Matthew 4:19
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And he saith unto them, Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.

2 Timothy 3:15
15

And that from a child thou hast known the holy scriptures, which are able to make thee wise unto salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus.

Psalm 119:18
18

Open thou mine eyes, that I may behold wondrous things out of thy law.

The Great Controversy

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End of Day 1(GC 171.1–GC 175.1)

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

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Heart Reflection (Optional)

“In Matthew 4:19, what does Jesus promise to make of those who follow Him?”

Observation: Fishers of men
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“Open my eyes, Lord, that I may see wonderful things in Your word.”

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Read a whole Gospel chapter straight through, as Zwingli preached it.

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