Ellen G. White or the Bible—Which is More Important to Adventists?

8 Pieces of Advice from Ellen White’s Counsel for FamiliesFamily—it can be the source of the most wonderful and frustrating parts of life. And it’s in the family that individuals develop their identities and learn the behaviors that either propel them forward or...

The New Testament upholds prophecy as a spiritual gift that will continue to the end of time (Ephesians 4:11–14).

Ellen G. (Harmon) White, a significant co-founder of Adventism, is often known for her practical and spiritual guidance for proper childhood education. But she was also significantly involved in the development of Seventh-day Adventist higher education.

Ellen White was a co-founder and leader in the Seventh-day Adventist Church from its beginning. Adventists believe that she had the prophetic gift (Ephesians 4:14; 1 Corinthians 12:28) and passes the biblical tests of a prophet.

The Sabbath is an important topic in the Seventh-day Adventist Church. It shouldn’t surprise you, then, that Ellen G. White, a co-founder of the church, studied the Bible’s teachings on the Sabbath and wrote large amounts about it.

Yes. Some prophesied events have yet to happen. Ellen White, a co-founder of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, demonstrated many times over that she had the spiritual gift of prophecy (1 Corinthians 12, 14). Some of her predictions’ timelines have already passed, and those prophecies have been fulfilled.

Ellen White, one of the founders of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, believed that education was not complete unless it was founded upon the principles of the Bible.

Ellen White, a co-founder of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, saw that the educational system during her time was lacking and looked for ways to improve it—not only in the United States but throughout the world. And as part of her life of ministry, she sought out practical ways to be better stewards of our minds, bodies, and the lives we’re given.

At its core, music is a collection of tones, sounds, and rhythms that creates a melody. It’s also much more than that.

Healthcare in the nineteenth century was said to leave “more disease than it took away” with its use of bloodletting and “medicines” like mercury and arsenic. As people questioned these methods, new approaches popped up. But which ones were reliable?

As one of the founders of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, Ellen G. White was held in high regard. She was a prolific author and was heavily engaged in the mission of the denomination, prayerfully pursuing the guidance of the Holy Spirit.

As the most translated female author in the world, Ellen White wrote numerous books, articles, pamphlets, and more. These writings focused on developing Christian character, emphasizing Bible truth, practical tips for living well and staying healthy, and discussing effective methods of delivering the gospel message to the world.

The Spirit of Prophecy, one of the spiritual gifts of the Holy Spirit, is described as “the testimony of Jesus” (Revelation 19:10) and, according to Belief 18 of the 28 Adventist Fundamental Beliefs about Scripture, it will be one of the distinctive characteristics of the remnant of devout believers in the end times (1 Corinthians 14:1-5; Revelation 19:10; Revelation 12:17).

Seventh-day Adventists are known for their emphasis on healthy living. And Ellen G. White was a significant influence in the development of this priority and practice among Adventists.

We can read in Scripture about the series of events and signs that lead up to the second coming of Jesus Christ. And it sounds pretty intense, to say the least. The symbolic nature of the language of prophecy also can make things tricky to understand at first.

Led by the Holy Spirit, Ellen G. White was given many messages, counsel, revelations, and visions about the Bible, history, prophecy, and how we can apply biblical principles to our daily lives.

Though Ellen White, a co-founder of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, is best known for her ministry in the United States, she also traveled to twelve other countries in her lifetime—a big accomplishment in the 19th century when travel was strenuous and long.

While the visions God gave Ellen White were often about the distant future or last-day events, she had many others that addressed different topics. They may not be discussed as much as her visions about the Second Coming or the End Times, but they tackled some timely topics for her day.

Medical care in the mid-1800s was primitive, to say the least. Basic concepts we take for granted—such as proper handwashing or recognizing the dangers of bloodletting—were nonexistent. And doctors often had little more than nine months of training!

Applying biblical prophecy to history, recent events, and especially the future, can be a daunting task. Even a little scary for some. But even so, we can’t help but want to know more. We want to be prepared—to feel like we know how to weather the storm.

One thing you might have heard about Seventh-day Adventists is their emphasis on a vegetarian lifestyle. If you’re wondering why that is, it goes back to our church’s humble beginnings:

Have you ever had a burden you just had to tell someone, but you were afraid of being judged if you did? Ellen G. White, an important figure in the Seventh-day Adventist Church and a prolific writer, described prayer as talking to God in a personal way—He’s the friend we can tell everything to.

Being the children of a woman with a prophetic calling from God had its blessings and its challenges.

In this overview, we’ll look at the highlights of the lives of Ellen White’s sons during her many years of ministry, as well as the ways each of them decided to serve Jesus Christ:

Whether you’re just starting your journey with Jesus Christ, are coming back after some time away, or have had a relationship with Jesus for years, using a book—in addition to the Bible—to guide or supplement that relationship can be helpful, comforting, and joyful.

It’s natural to be a bit skeptical when you hear about someone being “divinely inspired,” or that something is a “message from God,” etc. And we expect nothing different if you’re hearing about Ellen White, an influential co-founder of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, for the first time. After all, the Bible tells us that we’re supposed to test these things!

The Seventh-day Adventist Church believes that many of Ellen White’s messages were inspired by God. But that doesn’t mean everything she ever said was prophetic, or meant to be taken as direct instruction from God.

The Great Controversy is a book written by Ellen G. White, a co-founder of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. Written in the late 1800s, the book is the last in a series and describes the connection between Bible prophecy and post-biblical history. It also discusses factors that will characterize last-day events.

Seventh-day Adventists believe that Ellen G. White fits the Bible’s definition, description, and criteria of a true prophet. Her words and deeds have stood the test of time and always glorified God and the Bible above all else.

Ellen G. White, a humble woman from Gorham, Maine, was a co-founder of the Seventh-day Adventist Church and a key leader in it from its very beginning. Following the Holy Spirit’s guidance at a young age, she dedicated herself to studying Scripture and became involved in the Advent Movement.