What does Ellen White write about...
Adventistische Schriften über: "Former rain in the end time"
Answer
The provided quotes explain the "former rain" as a spiritual metaphor for the growth and maturation of faith, which is effective in the end times through the Holy Spirit. The former rain is compared to the germination of the seed, while the "latter rain" represents the completed maturation and the power for the conclusion of the services of God. These processes are central to the preparation for the end-time events.
The Former Rain as a Model for Spiritual Growth
»In the east, the former rain falls at the time of sowing. It is necessary so that the seed may germinate. Under the influence of the fruitful showers, the tender shoot shoots up. The latter rain, which falls toward the end of the season, ripens the grain and prepares it for the sickle. The Lord uses these natural processes to represent the work of the Holy Spirit. Just as dew and rain are first given so that the seed may germinate, and then to ripen the harvest, so the Holy Spirit is given to advance the process of spiritual growth from one stage to the next. The ripening of the grain represents the completion of the work of God's grace in the soul. Through the power of the Holy Spirit, the moral image of God is to be perfected in character. We are to be fully transformed into the image of Christ.«
The Former Rain as a Model for the Apostolic Age and the Latter Rain as End-Time Authority
»The outpouring of the Spirit in the days of the apostles was the 'former rain,' and the result was glorious. But the latter rain will be even more abundant. What is the promise for those who live in these last days? 'Turn to the fortress, you prisoners of hope: today I declare that I will give you double.' 'Ask the Lord for rain in the time of the latter rain; so the Lord will make bright clouds and give you showers of rain, grass for everyone on the field.«
The Latter Rain as Power for the Completion of the End-Time Message
»As the work of salvation moves toward its conclusion, there will be unrest on the earth, and the nations will be angry, but they will be held in check so that they cannot hinder the work of the third angel. At this time, the 'latter rain,' or the refreshing from the presence of the Lord, will come to give power to the loud cry of the third angel.«
The Conditions for Receiving the Former and Latter Rain
»There is nothing that Satan fears more than that the people of God will cleanse the way by removing every obstacle, so that the Lord can pour out His Spirit upon a troubled church... The latter rain will come, and the blessing of God will fill every soul that is cleansed from every defilement. It is our task today to surrender our souls to Christ, so that we may be prepared for the time of refreshing from the presence of the Lord – for the baptism of the Holy Spirit.«
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