March 28, 2020
Happy Sabbath my dear brothers and sisters! The spiritual growth this morning will be addressing an important question that Sister Paula asked last week during Sabbath school lesson: HOW SHOULD WE SHARE THE HEALTH MESSAGE?
Although there many ways to share, today I’ll speak on just one. Share by being the example. Use the Jesus method. Jesus not only preached "LOVE GOD with all your heart, soul, and mind", but he lived it. Jesus said “Love thy neighbor as yourself”, then he demonstrated it. What an example he has given us!
We as Adventist are blessed with an informative life-saving health message it’s our responsibility to learn it, live it, and share it.
Listed below are a couple of impressive Ellen G White Quotes.
Ellen G White Quotes:
Again and again, I have been instructed that the medical missionary work is to bear the same relation to the work of the third angel’s message that the arm and hand bear to the body. Under the direction of the divine Head they are to work unitedly in preparing the way for the coming of Christ. The right arm of the body of truth is to be constantly active, constantly at work, and God will strengthen it. But it is not to be made the body. At the same time the body is not to say to the arm: “I have no need of thee.” The body has need of the arm in order to do active, aggressive work. Both have their appointed work, and each will suffer great loss if worked independently of the other.
When properly conducted, the health work is an entering wedge, making a way for other truths to reach the heart. When the third angel’s message is received in its fullness, health reform will be given its place in the councils of the conference, in the work of the church, in the home, at the table, and in all the household arrangements. Then the right arm will serve and protect the body.
The Lord desires his church to be a perfect body,—not all arms, not all body without arms, but body and arms together,—and every member working as a part of the one great whole. As the right arm is connected with the body, so the health reform and medical missionary work is connected with the third angel’s message, and is to work efficiently as the right arm, for the defense of the body of truth.
Let’s all be medical missionaries, let’s strive to understand God’s natural laws & simple remedies so we can suggest them to those in our sphere of influence. We don’t know the impact it may have, now is the time to share God's love & his blessings.
There are several acronyms that have circulated among the Adventist community which can help you remember the natural remedies.
Here are just 4 (select name to get more information on each acronym)
N.E.W S.T.A.R.T
from Wiemar Institute
Nutrition, Exercise, Water, Sunlight, Temperance, Air, Rest, Trust in God
C.R.E.A.T.I.O.N
from Adventist Health
Choice, Rest, Environment, Activity, Trust in God, Interpersonal Relationships, Outlook, Nutrition
G.O.D.S P.L.A.N
M.E.E.T Ministry
Godly Trust, Open Air, Daily Exercise, Sunshine, Proper Rest, Lots of Water, Always Temperate, Nutrition
W.E.L.L.N.E.S.S
from Teenie Finley
Water, Exercise, Love, Lifestyle, Nutrition, Environment, Sunshine, Sleep
Learn & Practice one or all of these acronyms they all represent God's principles and can be seen throughout scripture. It's especially important in the times we are living now!
The corona virus is highly contiguous! Please practice what you know of God's health laws and also reference Ministry Healing by Ellen G White she has 2 chapters dedicated to personal hygiene. Another recommendation is this article "How to Protect Yourself from Super Viruses" by Wildwood Lifestyle Center.
Note eating a plant-based diet full of leafy greens will boost your immune system because "Chlorophyll is present in most green vegetables, and some people take it as a health supplement. The potential benefits of chlorophyll include improving health, boosting energy, and fighting illnesses". Read this article "What are the benefits of chlorophyll?" for comprehensive list. You can also buy the chlorophyll in liquid form and drink a teaspoon with 8 oz glass of water.*
* Disclaimer: This is Not Medical Advice but recommendations. IF you or loved one are on medication and would like to incorporate additional vitamins or supplements into your diet then you MUST CONSULT with your Doctor first. Some of these Vitamins or Supplements may have an adverse affect on medications you are taking, again Consult with your Doctor first.
Recommended supplements to take in addition to well-balanced plant-based meals are:
| Name | Benefits | Source |
| Vitamin B-12 | Balances immune system, helps protect against cancers, regulates nervous system, maintains healthy digestive system |
Supplement, Nutritional Yeast, Nuts |
| Vitamin C | Antioxidant, treats Cold, combats cancers, boosts immunity,.....more | naturally in vegetables and fruits, especially oranges and other citrus fruits, Supplement |
| Vitamin D | Enhances the immune system, helps manage blood sugar levels, contributes to bones health, improves heart health | Sunlight, Supplement |
| Echinacea | Immune Booster, Fights Infection & Illness, natural antibiotic, great for colds & flu | Tea, Supplement |
| Elderberry | Boosts Immune System, Alleviates respiratory conditions such as cold and cough | Juice, Tea, Supplement |
| Garlic | Strengthens the immune system, Helps treat cough & cold, reduces high cholesterol levels, reduces and regulates blood sugar | Herb, Supplement |
| Goldenseal | Anti-inflammatory properties, parasitic problems, sinus conditions, antiviral activity | Herb, Supplement |
| N.A.C (click name for video on benefits) | Antioxidant, detoxification, and respiratory health | Supplement |
| Turmeric (click name for video on benefits) | anti-inflammatory and antioxidant and may also help improve symptoms of depression and arthritis | Herb, Supplement |
| Zinc (click name for video on benefits) | Effectively reduce inflammation, boost immune health, reduce your risk of age-related disease | Supplement |
You can also read some more recommendations in this article "Top seven safe, effective natural antibiotics", by Medical Today.
In conclusion, I would like to say there are blessings when you obey God. Take some time and read Deuteronomy 7 and take special note to verse:15, "And the Lord will take away from you all sickness, and will afflict you with none of the terrible diseases of Egypt which you have known,".
Will leave you with these two Bible verses:
1 Corinthians 6:19-20
Or do you not know that your body is the temple of the Holy Spirit who is in you, whom you have from God, and you are not your own? For you were bought at a price; therefore glorify God in your body and in your spirit, which are God’s.
Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be in health, just as your soul prospers.
Warmest Regards,
Jocelyn Beddoe
Health Ministry Leader for Elizabeth English SDA Church