The phrase "Great as is the shame and degradation through sin, even greater will be the honor and exaltation through redeeming love" is found in Ellen G. White's writings, specifically in Christ’s Object Lessons (
COL 162.4). Here is the relevant passage with context:
"The work of redemption involves consequences of which it is difficult for man to have any conception. 'Eye hath not seen, nor ear heard, neither have entered into the heart of man, the things which God hath prepared for them that love Him.' 1 Corinthians 2:9. As the sinner, drawn by the power of Christ, approaches the uplifted cross, and prostrates himself before it, there is a new creation. A new heart is given him. He becomes a new creature in Christ Jesus. Holiness finds that it has nothing more to require. God Himself is 'the justifier of him which believeth in Jesus.' Romans 3:26. And 'whom He justified, them He also glorified.' Romans 8:30. Great as is the shame and degradation through sin, even greater will be the honor and exaltation through redeeming love. To human beings striving for conformity to the divine image there is imparted an outlay of heaven's treasure, an excellency of power, that will place them higher than even the angels who have never fallen." (
COL 162.4)
This passage emphasizes that while sin brings shame and degradation, the honor and exaltation bestowed through Christ’s redeeming love is even greater. Those who are redeemed and transformed by Christ are promised a place of honor, even above the angels who have never fallen.
If you need more context or related passages, please let me know!
**Reference:**
White, E. G. (1900). Christ’s Object Lessons, p. 162.4. Pacific Press Publishing Association.