What does EGW write about...
Adventistische Schriften über: "How does one live a genuine Christian life"
Answer
Living a genuine Christian life means reflecting Christ in all aspects of daily life by laying aside selfishness and leading a life of self‑denial. It is more than a mere profession; it requires a living experience through daily victories over temptations and service to others after Christ’s example. Only when Christ takes shape within can words and deeds be pure, truthful, and free from selfishness.
Christlikeness through self‑denial
In the life of the true Christian there is nothing of the self. The self is dead. There was no selfishness in the life that Christ lived while He was on this earth. By taking on our nature, He lived a life wholly devoted to the service of others.
A life in deed and truth
We must be Christians in deed and in truth. Christ will have nothing to do with pretense. He will only welcome into the heavenly courts those whose Christianity is genuine. The life of professing Christians who do not live the life of Christ is a mockery of religion.
The most powerful argument for Christianity
Let us remember that a Christ‑like life is the most powerful argument that can be presented in favor of Christianity… People will not believe what the preacher preaches, but how the congregation lives.
The daily religious experience
A living experience consists of daily trials, conflicts and temptations, strong efforts and victories, as well as great peace and joy obtained through Jesus. A simple report of such experiences provides light, strength, and knowledge.
Fruit rather than mere profession
Every tree will be judged by its fruit. Everyone will be judged by their deeds, not by their profession or faith. The question will never be: How much has he professed? but: What fruit has he borne?
The inherent Savior
The life of the true believer reveals an inherent Savior. The follower of Jesus is Christ‑like in spirit and disposition. Like Christ, he is gentle and humble. His faith works through love and purifies the soul.
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