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Most Precious of All Meetings, June 11
Then they that feared the Lord spake often one to another: and the
Lord hearkened, and heard it, and a book of remembrance was
written before him for them that feared the Lord, and that thought
upon his name.
Malachi 3:16
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What a hope-inspiring picture is this, where the Lord is represented as
bending down and hearkening to the testimonies borne by His witnesses!
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The words to which God and the angels listen with delight are words of
appreciation for the great gift that has been made to the world in the only-
begotten Son of God. Every word of praise for the blessing of the light of
truth ... is written in the heavenly records. Every word that acknowledges
the merciful kindness of our heavenly Father in giving Jesus to take away
our sins, and to impute to us His righteousness, is recorded in the book
of His remembrance. Testimonies of this kind “shew forth the praises
of him who hath called us out of darkness into his marvellous light.”
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Peter 2:9
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The time and season are very precious. The assembled believers are in
the audience chamber of the universe of heaven. They are to witness for
God and the Lord Jesus Christ who gave His life for the world.... What
deep and grave importance is attached to these little assemblies! Jesus
Christ has paid the ransom money of His own blood for their souls, and
He is in the midst of them when they meet to worship God. The Majesty
of heaven identifies His interests with those of the believers, however
humble may be their circumstances. And wherever they are privileged
to meet together, it is appropriate that they speak often one to another,
giving utterance to the gratitude and love that results from thinking upon
the name of the Lord. Thus shall God be glorified as He hearkens and
hears, and the testimony meeting will be considered the most precious of
all meetings....
Let all remember that ... angels are recording in the book of remem-
brance every word that vindicates the character and mission of Christ. Of
those who testify of the love of God, the Lord says, “They shall be mine,
... in that day when I make up my jewels.”
Malachi 3:17
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