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Here are several key explanations of what faith is, according to Ellen G. White's writings: - “Faith is trusting in God,—believing that He loves us, and knows what is for our best good. Thus, instead of our own way, it leads us to choose His way. In place of our ignorance, it accepts His wisdom; in place of our weakness, His strength; in place of our sinfulness, His righteousness. Our lives, ourselves, are already His; faith acknowledges His ownership, and accepts its blessings.” (Gospel Workers, p. 259.2) - “Faith is simple in its operation and powerful in its results... ‘Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.’” (2 Spirit of Prophecy, p. 322.1) - “Faith is the spiritual hand that touches infinity.” (Testimonies for the Church, vol. 6, p. 467.3) - “Many hold faith as an opinion. Saving faith is a transaction, by which those who receive Christ join themselves in covenant relation with God. A living faith means an increase of vigor, a confiding trust, by which, through the grace of Christ, the soul becomes a conquering power.” (Ministry of Healing, p. 62.2) - “Where there is not only a belief in God's word, but a submission of the will to Him; where the heart is yielded to Him, the affections fixed upon Him, there is faith—faith that works by love and purifies the soul.” (Steps to Christ, p. 63.2) - “Faith is an essential element of prevailing prayer. ‘He that cometh to God must believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of them that diligently seek Him.’” (Prophets and Kings, p. 157.2) In summary, faith is more than just belief—it is trusting God, submitting to His will, and accepting His wisdom, strength, and righteousness. It is the means by which we connect with God, receive His blessings, and experience transformation of character. Faith is also described as the “spiritual hand that touches infinity.” **References:** - White, E. G. (1892). *Gospel Workers*, p. 259.2. - White, E. G. (1877). *The Spirit of Prophecy*, vol. 2, p. 322.1. - White, E. G. (1900). *Testimonies for the Church*, vol. 6, p. 467.3. - White, E. G. (1905). *The Ministry of Healing*, p. 62.2. - White, E. G. (1892). *Steps to Christ*, p. 63.2. - White, E. G. (1917). *Prophets and Kings*, p. 157.2.

There is no direct mention of "homosexuality" as a term or specific act in the published writings of Ellen G. White, according to the available sources. Ellen White consistently defines sin as "the transgression of the law" (1 John 3:4) and emphasizes that any known violation of God's requirements is sin. She also speaks broadly about the need to restrain passions and live in harmony with God's commandments, but does not specifically address homosexuality by name. Here are some relevant statements: - “Let none deceive themselves with the belief that they can become holy while willfully violating one of God's requirements. The commission of a known sin silences the witnessing voice of the Spirit, and separates the soul from God. ‘Sin is the transgression of the law.’” (The Great Controversy, p. 472.3) - “Every Christian will have to learn to restrain his passions and be controlled by principle. Unless he does this he is unworthy of the Christian name.” (Testimonies for the Church, vol. 2, p. 347.1) - “Any habit or practice that would lead into sin, and bring dishonor upon Christ, would better be put away, whatever the sacrifice. That which dishonors God cannot benefit the soul.” (The Desire of Ages, p. 439.1) Ellen White’s writings focus on the principle that any act or habit that violates God’s law is sin, but she does not specifically name or discuss homosexuality in her published works. If you need more information or want to see if there is anything in other collections (such as manuscripts or periodicals), please let me know. **References:** - White, E. G. (1911). *The Great Controversy*, p. 472.3. - White, E. G. (1870). *Testimonies for the Church*, vol. 2, p. 347.1. - White, E. G. (1898). *The Desire of Ages*, p. 439.1.