Today “the news” has articles in it about events in Russia/Ukraine that are portentous, and signal to us that something is happening, maybe a few cracks in the murdering military forces?As Christians, we can spread the hope that God is in control of the affairs of nations, and rulers, and of everyone:
He changes the times and seasons. He gives power to kings, and he takes their power away. He gives wisdom to people, so they become wise. He lets people learn things and become wise. (Dan 2:21)
To understand these things,–to understand that “righteousness exalts a nation;” that “the throne is established by righteousness,” and “upholden by mercy;” to recognize the outworking of these principles in the manifestation of His power who “removes kings, and sets up kings,”– this is to understand the philosophy of history. Prov 14:34; Prov 16:12; Prov 20:28; Dan 2:21. {PK 502.2}
In the word of God only is this clearly set forth. Here it is shown that the strength of nations, as of individuals, is not found in the opportunities or facilities that appear to make them invincible; it is not found in their boasted greatness. It is measured by the fidelity with which they fulfill God’s purpose. {PK 502.3}
An unconscious babe was the promised seed, to whom the first altar at the gate of Eden pointed. This was Shiloh, the peace giver. This was He whom seers had long foretold. He was the Desire of all nations, the Root and the Offspring of David, and the Bright and Morning Star. {FLB 47.6}
Anyone seeks to quench their thirst at the fountains of this world will drink only to thirst again. Everywhere men are unsatisfied. They long for something to supply the need of the soul. Only One can meet that want. The need of the world, “the desire of all nations,” is Christ. The divine grace which He alone can impart, is as living water, purifying, refreshing, and invigorating the soul. {FLB 99.4}
Those who seek to quench their thirst at the fountains of this world will drink to thirst again. Everywhere men are unsatisfied. They long for something to supply the need of the soul. Only One can meet that want. The need of the world, “the Desire of all nations,” is Christ. The divine grace which He alone can impart, is as living water, purifying, refreshing, and invigorating the soul. {AG 119.2}
Please Pray for all countries involved. They need our support.