Ellen Gould White
What does Ellen White write about...
Ellen Gould White über: "Setting Spiritual Goals for the Christian Life"
Answer
A successful Christian life requires a clear goal and the conscious decision to strive for a high, holy standard. Spiritual goals are achieved when we view our abilities as divine gifts, develop them to the maximum through the combination of human effort and divine power, and keep our focus constantly on Christ. The primary goal should be the formation of a character that becomes ever more like the image of Christ, supported by daily prayer and a sanctified striving.
Success Requires a Specific Goal
»Success in every respect requires a specific goal. Whoever wants to achieve true success in life must constantly keep the goal in view that is worthy of his effort. Such a goal is set for today's youth. ... Everyone should aim as high as the combination of human and divine power enables them to reach.«
A Holy Goal and Daily Growth
»Resolve to achieve a high and holy standard; set your goal high; act with serious intent, as Daniel did, steadily and persistently; and nothing the enemy can do will hinder your daily improvement. Despite inconveniences, changes, and confusions, you can continually increase in spiritual strength and moral power. ... For us who are awaiting Christ's coming, the resolve should be that we do not spend this life constantly on the losing side, but in the understanding of spiritual achievements.«
Sanctified Ambition and Character Development
»I want your ambition to be a sanctified ambition, so that the angels of God may inspire your heart with holy zeal and lead you to move forward steadily and solidly, making you a bright and shining light. ... Make every effort, in and through the grace of Christ, to reach the high standard that lies before you. You can be perfect in your sphere, just as God is perfect in His.«
Habits for the Spiritual Life
»If we want to develop a character that God can accept, we must form correct habits in our religious life. Daily prayer is as essential for growth in grace and even for the spiritual life itself as earthly food is for physical well‑being. We should become accustomed to often lifting our thoughts in prayer to God. When the spirit wanders, we must bring it back; through persistent effort the habit will eventually make it easy.«
Continuous Progress in the Divine Life
»Your Christian life must take on vigorous and strong forms. You can reach the high standard set for you in Scripture, and you must if you want to be a child of God. You cannot stand still; you must either move forward or fall back. ... Where there is spiritual health, there is growth. The child of God grows to the full stature of a man or woman in Christ. There are no limits to his improvement.«
Directing the Gaze Toward the Example
»It is God's intention that we constantly grow in holiness, happiness, and usefulness. ... He wants youth to cultivate every strength of their being and to employ every ability in active practice. He wants them to enjoy all that is useful and precious in this life, to be good and do good, and to gather a heavenly treasure for the life to come.«
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