Mrs. White’s Estimate of the Bible

Mrs. White’s understanding of the relationship sustained between her writings and the Bible was again clearly set forth in these words:TOJ 69.3

“Little heed is given to the Bible, and the Lord has given a lesser light to lead men and women to the greater light.”—The Colporteur Evangelist, 37.TOJ 70.1

The esteem in which Mrs. White held the Word of God and the manner in which she commended its study to others, are well expressed in the following words:TOJ 70.2

“What book can compare with the Bible? An understanding of its teachings is essential for every child and youth, and for those of mature age; for it is the Word of God, given to guide the human family to heaven. In the world today there are gods many and doctrines many. Without an understanding of the Scriptures it is impossible for the youth to understand what is truth, or to discern between the sacred and the common.TOJ 70.3

“The Word of God should stand as the highest educating book in our world, and should be treated with reverential awe. It should be placed in the hands of the children and youth as the great lesson book, that they may know Him whom to know aright is life eternal....TOJ 70.4

“What more important knowledge can be gained than that which outlines the fall of man, and the consequences of that sin which opened the floodgates of woe upon the world; which tells of Christ’s first advent? The incarnation of Christ, His divinity, His atonement, His wonderful life in heaven as our advocate, the office of the Holy Spirit,—all these vital themes of Christianity are revealed from Genesis to Revelation. Each is a golden link in the perfect chain of truth. Why, then, should not the Scriptures be exalted in every school in our land?”—Counsels to Parents, Teachers, and Students, 427.TOJ 70.5