What does Ellen White write about...
Adventistische Schriften über: "Causes of Doubt in God's Grace"
Answer
Doubts about God's grace and love often arise from the natural, unrenewed heart that tends toward mistrust. Moreover, doubts are amplified when people deliberately focus on objections instead of considering the evidence given by God for His character.
Another cause lies in clinging to sin or selfishness, as the rejection of divine light and corrective testimonies leads to spiritual blindness. Finally, inactivity in God's work also contributes to the loss of certainty of one's connection with Him.
The Root of Mistrust in the Unrenewed Heart
»Mistrust toward God is the natural result of an unrenewed heart that is in hostility toward Him. But faith is inspired by the Holy Spirit and will only thrive if it is nurtured. No one can become strong in faith without a determined effort. Unbelief is amplified when it is encouraged; and when people, instead of dwelling on the evidence God has given to support their faith, allow themselves to question and grumble, they will find that their doubts become increasingly confirmed.«
Doubt Through Egoism and Rejection of Correction
»I was shown that the greatest reason why God's people are now found in this state of spiritual blindness is that they refuse to accept correction. Many have despised the admonitions and warnings given to them. ... The selfish, the proud, and the lovers of sin are constantly beset by doubts. Satan has the ability to sow doubt and devise objections against the clear testimony that God sends.«
Inactivity as a Cause of Lack of Certainty
»There are many who complain about their doubts, lamenting that they have no certainty of their connection with God. This is often due to them doing nothing for God's cause. If they earnestly strive to help and bless others, their doubts and timidity will disappear.«
Doubt Due to Personal Comfort
»To justify your fleshly, comfort-loving course, you begin to doubt whether the testimonies are from God. If you were to obey His teachings, you would be certain of His divine origin. Remember, your unbelief does not affect their truthfulness.«
The Misunderstanding of Biblical Mysteries
»We have no reason to doubt God's Word because we cannot understand the mysteries of His providence. ... The difficulty lies solely in the weakness and narrowness of the human mind. God has given us sufficient evidence in Scripture for His divine character, and we should not doubt His Word because we cannot comprehend all the mysteries of His providence.«
Personally Accepting God's Love
»If we seem to doubt God's love and distrust His promises, we dishonor Him and grieve His Holy Spirit. ... Yet many express through their actions, if not even in words: “The Lord does not mean that for me. Perhaps He loves others, but He does not love me.”«
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