C. Oakwood Principles

21 Timeless Lessons From Ellen White's Counsel to Oakwood

1. Providential Beginnings: God is responsible for our origins.PCO 163.1

2. Divine Destiny: God has a definite plan for our future.PCO 163.2

3. God's Property: We belong to God and He has claims on us.PCO 163.3

4. Personal Spirituality: Above all else, cultivate a personal relationship with Jesus.PCO 163.4

5. Improve Talents: Improve and develop your God-given talents for His use.PCO 163.5

6. Sterling Example: We are to be examples of what God can do.PCO 163.6

7. Good Leadership: Individuals of spirituality and resolve should lead our institution.PCO 163.7

8. Active Recruitment: Students and workers should seek to recruit others to our institution.PCO 163.8

9. High Standards: Our schools should maintain and enforce godly standards.PCO 163.9

10. Agricultural Activity: Working with nature will improve character.PCO 163.10

11. Christian Economy: God's people should know when to spend money, when to save money, and when to give money.PCO 163.11

12. Practical Trades: Each student should learn a trade that can generate income and increase usefulness.PCO 163.12

13. Excellence Upkeep: God's institution should be lovely and well-maintained.PCO 163.13

14. Persevering Sacrifice: Despite hardships and setbacks in life, persevere.PCO 163.14

15. People Assistance: If it is in your power to help your fellow human beings, do it.PCO 163.15

16. Christian Success: Trust God and do your best and you will be successful.PCO 163.16

17. Soul Salvation: Let your life-work be the salvation of souls.PCO 163.17

18. Financial Solvency: Strive to be institutionally sufficient.PCO 163.18

19. Charitable Interdependence: Work with other people of faith to accomplish mutual goals.PCO 163.19

20. Enduring Character: Develop spiritual habits and principles.PCO 163.20

21. Focused Determination: Never, ever give up.PCO 163.21