Ellen Chat Conversation

God provides spiritual breakthroughs and opens doors of opportunity through the active agency of the Holy Spirit, who works directly upon the human mind and heart. This divine influence is the primary means by which Christ subdues individuals to Himself, impressing truth through the Scriptures and guiding the believer into a deeper understanding of His will (1SM 133). When a person experiences a "flood of light" in their mind, it is often the result of seeking knowledge and having their inquiries answered through the light of God's Word (Ev 438.1). Furthermore, breakthroughs often occur when God's people are brought into difficult or "strait" places that require them to move forward in faith despite not seeing the way ahead. It is specifically when servants of God offer prayers in earnest faith during these trying circumstances that He opens the way and leads them into a "large place" (AA 357.2).

This process demonstrates that divine power is designed to cooperate with human effort, especially when individuals look to Heaven rather than human aid during times of perplexity (PH105 8.1). The path to a breakthrough also involves a willingness to break away from established customs or national prejudices that may be hindering the advancement of God's work. When laborers determine to prioritize the one true message of the Bible over cultural habits, they remove the "binding influence" that restricts progress (PaM 94.2). Additionally, maintaining a sanctified influence in the home is essential; a lack of piety in private life can greatly hinder the work of God, whereas a home where Christ reigns becomes a source of power that is felt in the wider church (CG 549.1).

Ultimately, the greatest breakthrough was achieved through the sacrifice of Christ, which opened the door of heaven and closed the door to Satan's devices (2SAT 223.3). Because Christ took the necessary steps of repentance, faith, and baptism, and then sought God in prayer, He opened a door that no power of darkness can shut (7MR 125.2). Believers are invited to enter into this same victory by making a gratitude offering of their entire selves—time, talents, and means—to be used in unselfish service for the salvation of others (9T 50.2).

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