What does Ellen White write about...
Adventistische Schriften über: "What would Ellen White say to a 24-year-old single Seventh-day Adventist woman who is waiting for a spouse to build her up and encourage her?"
Answer
Ellen White encourages seeking the deepest fulfillment, peace and strength solely in a close relationship with Christ, rather than allowing restless longings to consume you. The time of waiting should be used as a valuable opportunity to devote oneself wholly to God, to train character through useful work, and to prepare for God's assignments in life. Regarding a future partnership, she emphasizes that nothing should be rushed and the choice should be trusted into God's hands.
Finding fulfillment in Christ and leaving the choice to God
»In Christ they will find pasture, gain strength and hope, and will not be plagued by restless longing for something that distracts the spirit and satisfies the heart. They have found the precious pearl, and the spirit has peace. ... Marriage is something that will influence and shape your life both in this world and in the world to come. An upright Christian will not advance his plans in this direction without knowing that God approves his way. He will not wish to choose for himself, but will feel that God must choose for him. We should not please ourselves, for even Christ did not please Himself.«
Devoting one's life wholly to God and using opportunities
»God has plans for you that Satan wants to thwart. Give yourself to God without reservation, connect with Heaven. ... Give yourself to Jesus, love Him and live to His honor. Sit at His feet as Mary once did and learn from Him. You can do good in the world. You can prepare yourself for a higher and more responsible work. ... God has given you golden opportunities. Use them. ... Do not miss this time of privilege, but lay everything at Jesus’ feet right here and serve Him with your whole devotion.«
Purposeful work instead of dreamy fantasies
»If you find joy in useful work, your spirit will be filled with your occupation, and you will not find time to indulge in dreamy fantasies. Knowledge of useful work will give your restless and dissatisfied spirit vigor, competence, and a modest, appropriate dignity that commands respect. ... Examine your heart carefully and take time for reflection and prayer.«
Original Sources (English)
Stephan Krol
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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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