Back to Eden International Ministry

03/11/2025

Jesus is Coming Soon!

Let every one who claims to believe that the Lord is soon coming, search the Scriptures as never before; for Satan is determined to try every device possible to keep souls in darkness, and blind the mind to the perils of the times in which we are living. Let every believer take up his Bible with earnest prayer, that he may be enlightened by the Holy Spirit as to what is truth, that he may know more of God and of Jesus Christ whom He has sent. Search for the truth as for hidden treasures, and disappoint the enemy. The time of test is just upon us, for the loud cry of the third angel has already begun in the revelation of the righteousness of Christ, the sin-pardoning Redeemer. This is the beginning of the light of the angel whose glory shall fill the whole earth. For it is the work of every one to whom the message of warning has come, to lift up Jesus, to present Him to the world as revealed in types, as shadowed in symbols, as manifested in the revelations of the prophets, as unveiled in the lessons given to His disciples and in the wonderful miracles wrought for the sons of men. Search the Scriptures; for they are they that testify of Him. – {1SM 362.4}

If you would stand through the time of trouble, you must know Christ, and appropriate the gift of His righteousness, which He imputes to the repentant sinner.—The Review and Herald, November 22, 1892. – {1SM 363.1}

03/11/2025

Daily Manna
Our Thinking Is Affected By Our Eating
October 27

Behold, I will bring it health and healing; I will heal them and reveal to them the abundance of peace and truth. Jeremiah 33:6, NKJV. – {BLJ 316.1}

The principles of healthful living mean a great deal to us individually and as a people. When the message of health reform first came to me, I was weak and feeble, subject to frequent fainting spells. I was pleading with God for help, and He opened before me the great subject of health reform. He instructed me that those who are keeping His commandments must be brought into sacred relation to Himself, and that by temperance in eating and drinking they must keep mind and body in the most favorable condition for service.... – {BLJ 316.2}

We do not mark out any precise line to be followed in diet; but we do say that in countries where there are fruits, grains, and nuts in abundance, flesh meat is not the right food for God’s people. I have been instructed that flesh meat has a tendency to animalize the nature, to rob men and women of that love and sympathy which they should feel for everyone, and to give the lower passions control over the higher powers of the being. If meat eating was ever healthful, it is not safe now. Cancers, tumors, and pulmonary diseases are largely caused by meat eating. – {BLJ 316.3}

We are not to make the use of flesh meat a test of fellowship, but we should consider the influence that professed believers who use flesh meats have over others. As God’s messengers, shall we not say to the people, “Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God”? – {BLJ 316.4}

Shall we not bear a decided testimony against the indulgence of perverted appetite? Will any who are ministers of the gospel, proclaiming the most solemn truth ever given to mortals, set an example in returning to the fleshpots of Egypt? Will those who are supported by the tithe from God’s storehouse permit themselves by self-indulgence to poison the life-giving current flowing through their veins? Will they disregard the light and warnings that God has given them? – {BLJ 316.5}

The health of the body is to be regarded as essential to growth in grace and the acquirement of an even temper. If the stomach is not properly cared for, the formation of an upright moral character will be hindered. The brain and nerves are in sympathy with the stomach. Erroneous eating and drinking result in erroneous thinking and acting.—The Review and Herald, March 3, 1910. – {BLJ 316.6}

03/11/2025

Daily Manna
Temeperance In All Things Is Essential
October 26

According to my earnest expectation and hope that in nothing I shall be ashamed, but that with all boldness, as always, so now also Christ will be magnified in my body, whether by life or by death. Philippians 1:20, NKJV. – {BLJ 315.1}

There are many now under the shadow of death who have prepared to do a work for the Master, but who have not felt that a sacred obligation rested upon them to observe the laws of health. The laws of the physical system are indeed the laws of God; but this fact seems to have been forgotten. – {BLJ 315.2}

Some have limited themselves to a diet that cannot sustain them in health. They have not provided nourishing food to take the place of injurious articles; and they have not considered that tact and ingenuity must be exercised in preparing food in the most healthful manner. The system must be properly nourished in order to perform its work.... – {BLJ 315.3}

There are many in the world who indulge pernicious habits. Appetite is the law that governs them; and because of their wrong habits, the moral sense is clouded, and the power to discern sacred things is to a great extent destroyed. But it is necessary for Christians to be strictly temperate. They should place their standard high. Temperance in eating, drinking, and dressing is essential. Principle should rule instead of appetite or fancy.... – {BLJ 315.4}

It means much to be true to God. He has claims upon all who are engaged in His service. He desires that mind and body be preserved in the best condition of health, every power and endowment under the divine control, and as vigorous as careful, strictly temperate habits can make them. We are under obligation to God to make an unreserved consecration of ourselves to Him, body and soul, with all the faculties appreciated as His entrusted gifts, to be employed in His service. All our energies and capabilities are to be constantly strengthened and improved during this probationary period.... – {BLJ 315.5}

If we can arouse the moral sensibilities of our people on the subject of temperance, a great victory will be gained. Temperance in all things of this life is to be taught and practiced. Temperance in eating, drinking, sleeping, and dressing is one of the grand principles of the religious life. Truth brought into the sanctuary of the soul will guide in the treatment of the body. Nothing that concerns the health of the human agent is to be regarded with indifference. Our eternal welfare depends upon the use we make during this life of our time, strength, and influence.—The Review and Herald, June 11, 1914. – {BLJ 315.6}

03/11/2025

Ended The Sabbath Beautifully!! Embrace Nature! Embrace our Creator Grateful for all the moments of sunsets that reminds me continuously how we need to be always grateful… Always say Thank you! #

03/11/2025

These beautiful moments of togetherness! Missing all brothers and sister in Christ in the Philippines and there is one brother here in this photo who already pass away … We are missing you brother Jimmy Resaba…

I always make it a point to always snap a photo cause we never knew what will happen the next day…

Jimmy Resaba died of a very young age…

But we are comforted with Gods message with regards to death so we find peace, rest and comfort in His words… What is the True State of the Dead?

In his first epistle to the Thessalonian believers, Paul endeavored to instruct them regarding the true state of the dead. He spoke of those who die as being asleep—in a state of unconsciousness: “I would not have you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning them which are asleep, that ye sorrow not, even as others which have no hope. For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so them also which sleep in Jesus will God bring with Him.... For the Lord Himself shall descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of the Archangel, and with the trump of God: and the dead in Christ shall rise first: then we which are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds, to meet the Lord in the air: and so shall we ever be with the Lord.” – {AA 257.3}

03/11/2025

Always say Thank You

As I reached for the alarm,
and sat up in bed,
the dream that had just been interrupted
was still vivid in my mind.

As I put on my slippers
and made my way down
the darkened hallway
and into the kitchen,
I couldn't help thinking
about what I had "witnessed"
a few minutes earlier
while tucked under my covers,
sound asleep.

As the coffee brewed
and I booted up my laptop,
this dream kept making its way
to the front seat of my heart,
driving every topic
of conversation in my mind
straight to the image
I had seen while I slept.

I was in a car with
someone I knew very well
(maybe my sister or a dear friend -
I couldn't quite tell who).
We were driving down
a back country road
in the middle of nowhere.

As this someone navigated the car
down this windy, barren stretch of highway,
we rode along
enjoying each other's company,
laughing, talking, and marveling
at the beautiful scenery
unfolding before us.

As we topped a small hill,
the driver suddenly pulled over
on the side of the road.

"What's the matter?"
I asked,
as she opened the car door
and stepped out.

"I forgot to say
'thank you',"
came the reply.
"I'll be right back."

Here? I thought.

In the middle of nowhere?

Walking through the open countryside
without a house or a person in sight?

Thank you?

I watched as she
made her way over
to a small cluster of trees.
Then I watched
as she knelt down,
right then and there,
and began to pray.

Instantly,
I turned my head,
feeling as though somehow
my gaze was intruding, -
that this was a holy moment
made for two,
not three.

Minutes later,
she returned to the car
and we continued
on our way.

"I always forget to say 'thank you'. I pray and God graciously hears my pleas and extends His hand. My life overflows with His blessings. But, so often, without even thinking about it, I sn**ch up the blessing and go. I enjoy the gift without thanking the The Giver. I breathe a sigh of relief without whispering a word of thanksgiving to The One who has come to my rescue. I always seem to forget to say 'thank you'."'

We drove a few
more minutes in silence,
then she continued.

"Like today. My father hasn't been feeling well. This morning, I prayed and asked God to help him, to give him some peace, to help him enjoy his day. When I spoke with my mother a few hours later, she said my father was doing so much better. I was happy to be sure. SO very happy, but I didn't bother to stop and say "thank you". Until just now. As we topped that hill, I thought about my father and the way he loves cresting a hill, and I suddenly remembered, once again, I had received of God's hand without so much as a look back, a smile heavenward, or a heartfelt prayer of gratitude. I just took my blessing and ran."

Beep! Beep! Beep!

With the sound
of the alarm,
my dream was over,
just like that.

And yet, even now,
as the warm coffee
makes its way down my throat,
and the sleepy in me
begins to fade
with the light of day,
the message tucked
in this dream
is holding on tight.

Thank You, Jesus.

God delights in
answering our prayers,
but He also delights
in our thanksgiving.

Today as the blessings
of God unfold
in your life and mine,
may we not simply
take the blessings and run,
may, we too, come to a stop,
pull over from the road of life,
step out of what we are doing,
find a quiet place of retreat,
drop to our knees,
and thank our most
merciful, gracious, loving, Heavenly Father.

May we not take
hold of the gift
without first
holding up our hands
to Heaven
and thanking
The Giver of all good gifts.

Today
(and every single moment of every single day)
as the blessings of God
unfold in our life,
may we remember
to say "thank you".~❤

~Stacy L. Sanchez

03/11/2025

Good night!!!

The beauty of seeing the moon smiling at us telling us that may God be with us through the night…

03/11/2025

Ending the sabbath beautifully!! Another New Beginning with this beautiful sunset sky!

03/11/2025

02/11/2025

Sabbath is Over It’s the start of the new week now….

Enjoy moments of peace and quietude with the start of the new week