What does Ellen White write about...
Adventistische Schriften über: "May a book table be operated on the Sabbath for the free distribution of literature?"
Answer
The provided documents contain no explicit statement regarding whether a book table may be operated specifically on the Sabbath. It is generally emphasized that the Sabbath is a day of consecrated service and spiritual activity, in which unnecessary idleness should be avoided. Moreover, the wide distribution of literature is highlighted as an essential means for proclaiming the message.
Spirit of Service on the Sabbath
»The Sabbath is not to be a day of useless idleness. Both in the home and in the congregation a spirit of service should be revealed. He, who gave us six days for our temporal work, has blessed and sanctified the seventh day and set it apart for Himself. On this day He will especially bless all who devote themselves to His service.«
Distribution of Literature as a Commission
»The distribution of our literature is a means by which the message is to be proclaimed. May every believer widely disseminate tracts, pamphlets, and books that contain the message for this time. ... Why should not every member of the congregation be equally eager to send out publications that uplift the spirit of people and present the truth directly before their eyes?«
Distribute Literature Like Autumn Leaves
»Literature should be distributed like the leaves in autumn. [Church members should sell, give away, or make available our literature by lending], while the truth should be carried into the homes of neighbors and friends, and the promise was given: "You will be accompanied by the light of heaven that will remain in these houses.«
Original Sources (English)
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