According to Ellen White, knowing God's will involves several key steps: 1. Surrender and Earnestness: God reveals His will to those who are truly earnest and anxious to be guided. It is important to make knowing and doing God's will a central aim, rather than following personal inclinations. The sincere question should always be, “What wilt Thou have me to do?” (3T 466.4; 4T 53.3) 2. Submission and Prayer: When seeking God's will, prayer should be offered with a spirit of submission, saying, “Nevertheless not my will, but Thine, be done.” God knows what is best for us, even when we do not understand all circumstances. (MH 230.1; GW 218.1) 3. The Word of God: The primary way to know God's will is through diligent study of the Bible. God’s will is revealed in His written word, and this knowledge is essential for true godliness. (8T 63; CE 84.1) 4. Obedience and Light: As we obey the light we already have, God gives us greater understanding. Those who walk in humble obedience will continue to receive more insight into God’s will. (SC 111.2; MH 465.2) 5. Consecration and Service: By choosing to serve God and surrendering our will to Him, He works in us to accomplish His good pleasure, bringing our whole nature under Christ’s control. (MH 176.2) 6. Faith and Works: A life of faith in Christ, combined with active obedience, leads to a deeper knowledge of God’s will. Faith is made perfect by works. (5T 644.1) In summary, Ellen White teaches that knowing God's will is a process involving earnest seeking, surrender, prayerful submission, Bible study, obedience, consecration, and a living faith. As we walk in obedience to what God has already revealed, He will continue to guide us. References: - Ellen G. White, Testimonies for the Church, vol. 3, p. 466.4; vol. 4, p. 53.3; vol. 5, p. 644.1 - Ellen G. White, The Ministry of Healing, pp. 176.2, 230.1, 465.2 - Ellen G. White, Gospel Workers, p. 218.1 - Ellen G. White, Steps to Christ, p. 111.2 - Ellen G. White, Counsels to Parents, Teachers, and Students, p. 84.1 - Ellen G. White, Testimonies for the Church, vol. 8, p. 63