What does Ellen White write about...
Adventistische Schriften über: "The laypeople will finish the work"
Answer
According to the writings of Ellen White, God's work on earth can only be completed when the congregation members unite their efforts with those of the preachers and church leaders. It is not intended that the burden of evangelism rests solely on the clergy; rather, each member, by virtue of their profession of faith, is obligated to be a co‑worker of Christ.
Laypeople play a decisive role by working in their neighborhoods, distributing literature, and through personal effort reaching people that a preacher alone could never reach. If every congregation member fulfilled their role as a missionary, the gospel could be proclaimed to the whole world in a very short time.
The Collaboration of Laypeople and Preachers
»God's work on this earth can never be completed until the men and women who make up our church membership gather for the work and unite their efforts with those of the preachers and church leaders. The salvation of sinners requires serious, personal work. We are to bring them the word of life and not wait for them to come to us.«
Every Member a Missionary
»If every congregation member were a living missionary, the gospel would be quickly proclaimed in all countries, all peoples, nations, and languages. ... If Seventh‑day Adventists now awaken and do the work assigned to them, the truth will be presented in our neglected cities in clear, distinct lines and in the power of the Spirit.«
Special Opportunities for Laypeople
»The lay members of our congregations can accomplish a work that they have hardly begun so far. ... They can distribute our publications, hold meetings in their homes, make acquaintances with their neighbors and invite them to these meetings. In this way they can let their light shine in good works.«
Successes Through Self‑Sacrificing Lay Helpers
»In areas where conditions are so unpleasant and discouraging that many workers refuse to go there, remarkable positive changes can be brought about by the efforts of self‑sacrificing lay members. These humble workers will achieve much because they make patient, persistent efforts and rely not on human strength but on God.«
- Role of laypeople in mission
- Collaboration of preachers and congregation members
- Personal evangelism in the neighborhood
Original Sources (English)
Stephan Krol
Founder of EGW Vision
Why I built EGW Vision
Hello, I am Stephan Krol. I started this Ellen White website to make the writings of Ellen G. White and the Adventist pioneers easier to access for everyone.
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