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# Ellen White's Counsel on Daily Study Ellen White wrote extensively about the importance of daily study, particularly emphasizing Bible study as foundational to spiritual growth and education. ## The Priority of Scripture Study She addressed this directly in her counsel to Christians: The Christian should be diligent in studying the Scriptures; he should read over and over again its precious truths. Wilful ignorance of the word endangers Christian life and character. It is this that blinds the understanding and brings confusion into our lives. (SW September 12, 1905, par. 1) This statement emphasizes that consistent Scripture study is not optional but essential for maintaining spiritual clarity and character development. ## Study as a Divine Calling Ellen White also quoted the apostle Paul's instruction, applying it to students and workers: > **"Study to show thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth."** (SSW August 1, 1892, par. 1) She repeated this same counsel in her words to students, emphasizing that those seeking education should labor as though heavenly intelligences were watching them with deep interest. (YI May 31, 1894, par. 1) ## Making Use of Every Moment In practical terms, Ellen White encouraged believers to redeem their time wisely. She wrote that those determined to become workmen who need not be ashamed will find spare moments to pursue their education. She noted that if people would gather up the moments many fritter away in common, frivolous conversation, they could accomplish much that is currently left undone, calling these moments "golden" and valuable. (YI May 31, 1894, par. 1) ## The Foundation of Education Regarding the role of Scripture in formal education, Ellen White stated: > **"All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness, that the man of God may be perfect, thoroughly furnished unto all good works."** (GCB April 24, 1901, par. 1) She then asked whether making God's word the foundation of the educational system would not lift the standard to a higher plane rather than lower it. In summary, Ellen White taught that daily study—especially of Scripture—is essential for spiritual growth, character development, and effective service. She encouraged believers to be diligent, to redeem every moment, and to make Bible study the foundation of all learning. --- 💡 **You might also want to explore:** • What specific methods did Ellen White recommend for effective Bible study? • How did Ellen White connect physical health and mental clarity for study? • What did Ellen White say about balancing study with practical work and physical labor? --- 📚 **thousands of passages found** containing these search terms — [Explore in Full-Text Search](/advanced-search?q=Where+EGW+writing+about+daily+study%3F)