Ellen White’s writings make it clear that the health message is very important for Christian living and spiritual growth, but it is not described as an absolute requirement for salvation itself. Here are some key points from her books: - Health reform is essential for a healthy religious experience, advancement in the Christian life, and progress in holiness. (“Health of body and mind is required for this work; it is as essential to a healthy religious experience, to advancement in the Christian life, and progress in holiness, as is the hand or foot to the human body.” — Testimonies for the Church 1:619, HL 38.3) - God asks believers to make efforts to maintain their health, as this enables clearer minds to understand heavenly things and to serve God better. (“All who profess to be followers of Jesus should feel that a duty rests upon them to preserve their bodies in the best condition of health, that their minds may be clear to comprehend heavenly things.” — Testimonies for the Church 2:522, HL 29.6) - The health message is part of the gospel and should be taught, but the central question of salvation is still “What shall I do to be saved?”—and the answer is to come to Christ for pardon and forgiveness. (“They are to hear the story of the Saviour's love, of the pardon freely provided for all who come to Him confessing their sins.” — MH 267.4) - Caring for health is an individual responsibility and is connected to working out one’s salvation, but salvation itself is ultimately a miracle of God’s mercy. (“After man has done all in his power to insure health... then he is saved alone by a miracle of God's mercy, as was the ark upon the stormy billows.” — 4aSG 148.2) In summary: Ellen White teaches that the health message is vital for spiritual clarity, service, and growth, and that neglecting it can hinder one’s relationship with God. However, she does not state that health reform is the basis of salvation; salvation is through Christ alone, though obedience—including healthful living—is the fruit of a converted life. If you would like more specific references or a deeper exploration, please let me know! References: - White, E. G. (1885). Testimonies for the Church, Vol. 1, p. 619; Healthful Living, p. 38.3. - White, E. G. (1870). Testimonies for the Church, Vol. 2, p. 522; Healthful Living, p. 29.6. - White, E. G. (1905). The Ministry of Healing, p. 267.4. - White, E. G. (1864). Spiritual Gifts, Vol. 4a, p. 148.2.