Ellen White’s teachings on "sinless perfection" emphasize that while God calls His children to moral and spiritual perfection, true Christians will not claim to be sinless. Here are the key points from her writings: 1. **True Christian Character and Sinlessness**: Those who are genuinely seeking to perfect Christian character will not claim to be without sin. The closer they come to Christ, the more they recognize their own weaknesses and defects. Claiming to be sinless is actually a sign of self-deception, not holiness (4SP 302.1). 2. **The Standard of Perfection**: God’s law is the standard of perfection, reflecting His own character. Christ’s life on earth was a perfect example of obedience to this law. God’s children are called to become Christlike in character and obedient to His commandments (COL 315.1). 3. **Attaining Perfection**: While believers are called to be like Christ, they cannot achieve this on their own. True holiness and perfect obedience are only possible through divine grace and Christ’s righteousness, not by human effort alone (AA 532.1). 4. **Moral Perfection Required**: God expects everyone to strive for the highest standard. Moral perfection is required, and imperfection of character is considered sin. However, this does not mean claiming to be without sin (COL 330.2). 5. **Perfection and Health**: Attaining perfection and holiness is not possible with diseased bodies and minds, highlighting the importance of health in spiritual growth (HL 55.5). 6. **The Example of Christ**: The only true standard is the perfection of Christ’s character. His life is the model for obedience and service (MH 451.3). 7. **The Danger of Claiming Sinlessness**: Those who claim to be without sin are, according to Ellen White, far from holy (4SP 302.1). **Summary:** Ellen White teaches that while God requires perfection and Christ is our example, true Christians will not claim to be sinless. Perfection is only possible through Christ’s righteousness and divine grace. Claiming sinlessness is seen as evidence of self-deception rather than true holiness. **References:** - Ellen G. White, The Spirit of Prophecy, vol. 4, p. 302.1 (4SP 302.1) - Ellen G. White, Christ’s Object Lessons, pp. 315.1, 330.2 (COL 315.1; COL 330.2) - Ellen G. White, The Acts of the Apostles, p. 532.1 (AA 532.1) - Ellen G. White, Healthful Living, p. 55.5 (HL 55.5) - Ellen G. White, The Ministry of Healing, p. 451.3 (MH 451.3) If you’d like to explore a specific aspect further, please let me know!