Thoughts From the Mount of Blessing: Not Judging, but Doing

A watercolor-style illustration titled "Not Judging, but Doing." The image features two judges, a man and a woman, standing face-to-face and pointing accusatory fingers at one another. Both are dressed in traditional formal judicial attire, including long, powdered ceremonial wigs and ornate red and black robes over white collars. The background is a light, textured cream color with faint, translucent Hebrew script overlaid across the top half. A torn-paper effect runs across the center of the image, containing the title in a dark, stylized cursive font. The artwork uses soft brushstrokes and a vibrant red for the robes, emphasizing the tension of the confrontation between the two figures.

Self-righteousness, harsh judgment, and man-made standards can quietly replace the spirit of Christ in our hearts, leaving us critical instead of compassionate. This powerful reflection calls us back to the golden rule, wholehearted obedience, and a living faith that builds character on the Rock—Jesus Himself. As you explore these life-changing truths, you’re warmly invited to join us this Sabbath for worship, encouragement, and fellowship at Parkdale Seventh-day Adventist Church.

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Heaven’s Winter Health: Heating Your Home and Body Naturally

A cozy, watercolor-style illustration showing an brown tabby cat sitting on a wooden windowsill, looking out at a snowy neighborhood. The scene is viewed from indoors, framed by a thin green border. Outside the window, sunlight bathes a quiet street lined with snow-covered houses and bare trees under a bright winter sky. In the foreground, the blurred leaves of indoor potted plants—one hanging from above and one sitting on a surface below—frame the cat, adding a sense of warmth and depth. The light is soft and golden, reflecting off the cat's fur and the polished wood of the window frame, creating a peaceful, contemplative atmosphere.

Winter invites us indoors, but it also offers a beautiful opportunity to rediscover the simple, God-given remedies that strengthen body, mind, and spirit. This practical guide shares budget-friendly ways to use sunlight, fresh air, nourishing foods, water, and gratitude to keep your home a place of health and renewal through the colder months. As you explore these timeless principles, you’re warmly invited to join us this Sabbath at Parkdale Seventh-day Adventist Church for worship, encouragement, and fellowship.

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Biblically Accurate Angels

A surreal digital illustration titled "Biblically Accurate Angels?" set against a backdrop of dramatic, swirling golden and brown clouds. Centrally featured is an Ophanim, a celestial being depicted as two intersecting, concentric wheels within wheels. The rims of the wheels are made of aged, hammered gold and are covered with numerous human-like eyes of various colors—blue, brown, and green—all looking in different directions. A brilliant, radiant light glows from the center of the wheels, casting sharp rays outward. The image is framed by a thin white border, with the title "Biblically Accurate Angels?" written in a white, gothic-style typeface at the bottom. The overall mood is one of awe and mystery.

Discover what the Bible really says about angels and how it differs from popular culture, art, and modern spirituality. This study explores Scripture’s awe-inspiring portrayal of these powerful messengers and why discernment matters in the last days. Join us this Sabbath to study God’s Word together and grow in biblical understanding.

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Minstry of Healing: Ministry to the Rich

A watercolor-style illustration titled "Ministry to the Rich." The image depicts a grand, multi-story palatial estate or manor house with classical European architecture, featuring a dark mansard roof and ornate cream-colored walls. In the foreground, a tall white fountain sprays water upward, partially obscuring the center of the building. The estate is surrounded by meticulously manicured gardens, including tall, conical evergreen trees and lush green lawns. The scene is framed by a thin white border, with the title "Ministry to the Rich" written in a white, elegant cursive font at the bottom center. The overall aesthetic is bright and sophisticated, using soft washes of color to convey a sense of wealth and tranquility.

Discover how God reaches the hearts of those in high positions through the inspiring story of Cornelius and the timeless principles of true stewardship. This chapter from The Ministry of Healing explores how the simple, unselfish presentation of the gospel can transform even the most influential lives. We would love for you to join our family this Sabbath at church to find rest and spiritual refreshment together!

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Thoughts From the Mount of Blessing: The Lord's Prayer

A watercolor-style illustration titled "The Lord's Prayer." In the foreground, Jesus is depicted kneeling beside a large rock, his hands clasped in prayer and his gaze directed upward. He wears a simple white robe and has brown hair and a beard. Standing a short distance behind him is a group of his disciples, dressed in colorful traditional robes and head coverings of red, orange, gold, and blue. They observe him with expressions of reverence and curiosity. The scene is set outdoors under the shade of a large, leafy tree, with soft sunlight filtering through the branches. Faint Hebrew script is overlaid in the sky among the leaves. The bottom of the image features a torn-paper effect where the title "The Lord's Prayer" is written in a dark, elegant cursive font. The overall tone is peaceful and spiritual, using bright, warm colors. 

Step into the depth and beauty of the Lord’s Prayer through this timeless chapter from Thoughts from the Mount of Blessing by Ellen G. White, where each phrase reveals God’s fatherly love, forgiveness, and guiding care. This reflection invites you to experience prayer not as routine words, but as living communion with your heavenly Father. We warmly invite you to join us this Sabbath as we grow together in prayer and faith.
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