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All the compelling power is found only under Satan's government. The Lord's principles are not of this order. He would not work on this line. He would not give the slightest encouragement for any human being to set himself up as God over another human being, feeling at liberty to cause him physical or mental suffering. This principle is wholly of Satan's creation.
RH, September 7, 1897 par. 7
Published Jul 01, 2025
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How do we reconcile the many references to the ancient patriarchs engaging in violent warfare with the words of Christ?

“… for all they that take the sword shall perish
with the sword” (Matt. 26:52)

Did not God “command” and give “divine counsel” to these men of war? Do these “commands” and “counsels” reveal God’s ideal will for justice?

Within this short tract we will discuss this issue by using Scripture, Ellen G. White, and E.J. Waggoner. With careful comparison, we will see why Ellen White says:

“Seeking, first of all, divine counsel, Abraham prepared for war” (Patriarchs and Prophets, p. 135)