What does Ellen White write about...
Adventistische Schriften über: "Handling of Food during the Meeting"
Answer
The handling of food during religious gatherings should be characterized by simplicity and moderation, so as not to impair spiritual receptivity. Overeating or the preparation of complicated foods burdens the mind and leads to a failure to properly appreciate sacred things. Instead, simple foods such as bread and fruit should be preferred, so that the focus remains on spiritual growth and the work of the Holy Spirit.
Spiritual Clarity through Simple Nutrition
»We should not provide a richer supply or a greater variety of food for the Sabbath than for other days. Instead, the food should be simpler and less should be eaten, so that the mind remains clear and strong to comprehend spiritual matters. Overeating clouds the brain.«
Avoidance of Unnecessary Cooking Effort
»I suggested that no additional cooking should take place, as these times became very tiring due to the burden of preparing a variety of foods and transporting many dishes to set the table. I referred to how Christ fed the multitude by placing them on the ground. My husband spoke of having only apples and bread. Everyone wholeheartedly agreed.«
Simplicity at Meetings and Camp Gatherings
»At general meetings and camp gatherings we should have good, wholesome, and nutritious foods that are prepared in a simple manner. We should not turn these times into occasions for feasting. If we appreciate God's blessings and eat the bread of life, we will not be overly concerned with satisfying our appetite.«
Dangers of Unhealthy Foods
»Much time is also spent on unnecessary cooking, preparing rich pies, cakes, and other foods that cause direct harm to those who eat them. If our sisters provided good bread and other healthy types of food, they and their families would be better prepared to appreciate the words of life.«
Connection between the Stomach and Spiritual Life
»Food has much to do with religion. Spiritual experience is strongly influenced by how the stomach is treated. ... When the stomach is abused by habits that have no basis in nature, Satan exploits the resulting damage and uses the stomach as an enemy of righteousness, creating a disturbance that affects the whole being.«
Prerequisite for Perfect Service
»To render a perfect service to God, you must have clear ideas of His requirements. You should use the simplest food, prepared in the simplest way, so that the fine nerves of the brain are not weakened, numbed, or paralyzed.«
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