Ellen Gould White Quotes

“A kind, courteous Christian is the most powerful argument that can be produced in favor of Christianity.”

“A knowledge of the truth depends not so much upon strength of intellect as upon pureness of purpose, the simplicity of an earnest, dependent faith.”

“Before there could be any permanent reformation the people must be led to feel their utter inability in themselves to render obedience to God.”

“I should not want to live unless I could live to do some good to others.”

“It is not earthly rank, nor birth, nor nationality, nor religious privilege, which proves that we are members of the family of God; it is love, a love that embraces all humanity.”

“Our heavenly Father has a thousand ways to provide for us, of which we know nothing.”

“The first time the temptation comes, meet it in such a decided manner that it will never be repeated!”

“The life of Christ was a life of humble simplicity, yet how infinitely exalted was his mission. Christ is our example in all things.”

“The righteousness by which we are justified is imputed; the righteousness by which we are sanctified is imparted. The first is our title to heaven, the second is our fitness for heaven.”

“True love is not a strong, fiery, impetuous passion. It is, on the contrary, an element calm and deep. It looks beyond mere externals, and is attracted by qualities alone. It is wise and discriminating, and its devotion is real and abiding.”

“We must do what we must to do.”

“Worry is blind, and cannot discern the future; but Jesus sees the end from the beginning.”

“We are all woven together in the great web of humanity, and whatever we can do to benefit and uplift others will reflect in blessing upon ourselves.”