Clearer and clearer have been the Testimonies borne to us respecting the harmony that should exist among the laborers, as shown in the following quotation: As the Lord’s workman, you are to open your plans to one another. These plans must be carefully and prayerfully considered, because those who do not do this the Lord will leave to stumble in their own supposed wisdom and superior greatness.”-Unpublished Testimony, 1898. COOD 117.1
“Many want to do things after their own style; they object to consultation, and are impatient under leadership. Well matured plans are needed in the service of God. Common sense is an excellent thing in the worship of the Lord. The thinking powers should be consecrated to Christ, and ways and means should be devised to serve him best.”-Testimonies for the Church 4:71. COOD 117.2