Spiritual Insights from Ellen G. White – Called to Act

This collection of spiritual quotes accompanies the workshop “Called to Act – Until He Comes.” The words of Ellen G. White serve as inspiration, encouragement, and a tool for reflection for people who want to act with God in their everyday lives – whether in their profession, in ministry, or in their personal environment.

The quotes are organized thematically and available in both German and English. All quotes are taken from official publications and include source references.

 

How Thinking Works – The Influence of Belief, Attitude, and Mindset

“The mind controls the whole man. All our actions, good or bad, have their source in the mind. It is the mind that worships God, and allies us to heavenly beings.”
Fundamentals of Christian Education, p. 425
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“If the thoughts are wrong, the feelings will be wrong; and the thoughts and feelings combined make up the moral character.”
Testimonies for the Church, vol. 5, p. 310
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What It Means to Be an Entrepreneur – Spiritually & Practically

“Men of stamina are wanted, men who will not wait to have their way smoothed and every obstacle removed, men who will inspire with fresh zeal the flagging efforts of dispirited workers, men whose hearts are warm with Christian love and whose hands are strong to do their Master’s work.”
The Ministry of Healing, p. 497
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“Many who are qualified to do excellent work accomplish little because they attempt little. Thousands pass through life as if they had no great object for which to live, no high standard to reach.”
The Ministry of Healing, p. 498
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Internalizing the Bible – To Understand, Live, and “Eat” It

“The Word of God is the bread of life. Those who eat and digest this Word, making it a part of every action and of every attribute of character, grow strong in the strength of God. It gives immortal vigor to the soul, perfecting the experience and bringing joys that will abide forever.”
Signs of the Times, June 25, 1902
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“All who study the word are represented as eating the word, feeding on Christ. … Even as the bodily necessities must be supplied daily, so the word of God must be daily studied—eaten, and digested, and practiced. … Study the word, and practice the word, for it is your life.”
Letter 4, 1902, Counsels on Sabbath School Work, p. 43
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Action as Restoration of the Relationship with God – Acting with an Eternal Perspective

“God ordained that the beings He created should work. Upon this their happiness depends. No one in the Lord’s great domain of creation was made to be a drone. Our happiness increases and our powers develop as we engage in useful employment.”
Life Sketches, p. 130
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“Every act of self-sacrifice for the good of others strengthens the spirit of beneficence in the giver’s heart, allying him more closely to the Redeemer of the world.”
Steps to Christ, p. 79
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Dealing Constructively with Fear

“We have nothing to fear for the future, except as we shall forget the way the Lord has led us, and His teaching in our past history.”
Life Sketches of Ellen G. White, p. 196
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“Worry is blind and cannot discern the future; but Jesus sees the end from the beginning. In every difficulty He has His way prepared to bring relief. … Our heavenly Father has a thousand ways to provide for us, of which we know nothing.”
The Ministry of Healing, p. 481
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Recognizing Joy as a Spiritual Source

“The Christian’s life should be one of faith, of victory, and joy in God. … Truly spake God’s servant Nehemiah, ‘The joy of the Lord is your strength.’ And Paul says: ‘Rejoice in the Lord alway: and again I say, Rejoice.’”
My Life Today, p. 251
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“Christians who gather up gloom and sadness to their souls, murmuring and complaining, are giving to others a false representation of God and the Christian life. They make the impression that God is not pleased to have His children happy, and in so doing they bear false witness against our heavenly Father.”
Steps to Christ, p. 116
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Inspiring Through Attitude, Speech, and Action

“The strongest argument in favor of the gospel is a loving and lovable Christian.”
The Ministry of Healing, p. 470
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“Wherever we go, we should carry an atmosphere of Christian hopefulness and cheer; then those who are out of Christ will see some attractiveness in the religion we profess.”
Gospel Workers (1892), p. 122
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Vocation as Calling – Work as Part of God’s Divine Plan

“The youth should be led to see the true dignity of labor. Show them that God is a constant worker. All things in nature do their allotted work. Action pervades the whole creation, and in order to fulfill our mission we, too, must be active.”
Education, p. 214
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“None of us should be ashamed of work, however small and servile it may appear. Labor is ennobling. All who toil with head or hands…are doing their duty and honoring their religion as much while working at the washtub or washing dishes as they are in attending church. While the hands are engaged in the most common labor, the mind may be uplifted and ennobled by pure and holy thoughts.”
Counsels for the Church, p. 209
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Putting Faith into Practice – Spiritual Principles in Everyday Life

“Religion is not to be put on and off like a garment. It is to sanctify all the actions and relations of life. The true Christian will carry his faith into his business, recreation, and home duties, showing the spirit of Christ in everything.”
Signs of the Times, Sept. 3, 1885
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Everyone Is Called – Entrepreneurs of God’s Kingdom in the Light of the Second Coming

“All who accept this great salvation pledge themselves to be co-workers with Christ. … All who have enlisted in the service of Christ are to work as He worked, and to love souls as He loved them.”
Testimonies for the Church, vol. 5, p. 604
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“This obligation is resting upon all. All are required to labor to lessen the ills and to multiply the blessings of their fellow men. We must work for others’ good. Let all within the sphere of our influence become partakers of whatever of blessing we have received. None should be content to feed on the bread of life without sharing it with those around them.”
Testimonies for the Church, vol. 5, p. 606
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Inspiring Through Attitude, Language, and Action

“The strongest argument in favor of the gospel is a loving and lovable Christian.”
The Ministry of Healing, p. 470
Originaltext

 

“Wherever we go, we should carry an atmosphere of Christian hopefulness and cheer; then those who are out of Christ will see some attractiveness in the religion we profess.”
Gospel Workers (1892), p. 122
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strong Career as Calling – Work as Part of God’s Divine Plan

“The youth should be led to see the true dignity of labor. Show them that God is a constant worker. All things in nature do their allotted work. Action pervades the whole creation, and in order to fulfill our mission we, too, must be active.”
Education, p. 214
Originaltext

 

“None of us should be ashamed of work, however small and servile it may appear. Labor is ennobling. All who toil with head or hands…are doing their duty and honoring their religion as much while working at the washtub or washing dishes as they are in attending church. While the hands are engaged in the most common labor, the mind may be uplifted and ennobled by pure and holy thoughts.”
Counsels for the Church, p. 209
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Making Faith Practical – Spiritual Principles in Everyday Life

“Religion is not to be put on and off like a garment. It is to sanctify all the actions and relations of life. The true Christian will carry his faith into his business, recreation, and home duties, showing the spirit of Christ in everything.”
Signs of the Times, Sept. 3, 1885
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Everyone Is Called – Entrepreneurs of God’s Kingdom in the Light of His Return

“All who accept this great salvation pledge themselves to be co-workers with Christ. … All who have enlisted in the service of Christ are to work as He worked, and to love souls as He loved them.”
Testimonies for the Church, vol. 5, p. 604
Originaltext

 

“This obligation is resting upon all. All are required to labor to lessen the ills and to multiply the blessings of their fellow men. We must work for others’ good. Let all within the sphere of our influence become partakers of whatever of blessing we have received. None should be content to feed on the bread of life without sharing it with those around them.”
Testimonies for the Church, vol. 5, p. 606
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