Here is guidance from Ellen White's writings on how to find a spouse to marry: - Carefully consider every sentiment and watch every development of character in the person you are thinking of marrying. Every step toward marriage should be characterized by modesty, simplicity, sincerity, and a sincere desire to please and honor God. (MH 359.1) - Seek the counsel of older and more experienced persons. The subject of marriage should be carefully considered, and divine guidance should be sought in prayer. The Bible should be your counselor before taking a step that binds two people together for life. (PP 175.4; CE 228.3) - Work on your own character and habits before considering marriage. Defects in character should be overcome, and habits of industry and useful labor should be cultivated. This preparation will help you be ready for the responsibilities of marriage. (3T 336.2) In summary: Seek God's guidance, counsel with experienced people, carefully observe character, and prepare yourself personally before seeking a spouse. References: - White, E. G. (1905). The Ministry of Healing, p. 359.1. - White, E. G. (1890). Patriarchs and Prophets, p. 175.4. - White, E. G. (1923). Christian Education, p. 228.3. - White, E. G. (1875). Testimonies for the Church, Vol. 3, p. 336.2.

Yes, according to Ellen White's writings, Michael the angel is identified as Jesus Christ. For example, she writes: “When he came with a message to Daniel, he said, ‘There is none that holdeth with me in these things, but Michael [Christ] your Prince.’” (Daniel 10:21, DA 99.1). This indicates that Michael is another name for Christ, especially in His role as the great Prince and leader of the heavenly host. Reference: - White, E. G. (1898). The Desire of Ages, p. 99.1.

There is no support in Ellen White's writings for the idea that black people are related to animals. In fact, her writings strongly reject such notions. She affirms the humanity and value of black people, stating: - "God cares no less for the souls of the African race that might be won to serve Him than He cared for Israel... They have souls to save as well as we." (SWk 14.4) - She also condemns the system of slavery and the ways in which black people were degraded and brutalized, emphasizing that any degradation was the result of mistreatment by others, not any inherent difference or relation to animals. Ellen White consistently teaches that all people, regardless of race, are human beings with souls to save and are equally valued by God. References: - White, E. G. (1891). The Southern Work, p. 14.4. - White, E. G. (1891). The Southern Work, p. 60.3.

The official position of the White Estate is that Ellen G. White did not teach or support the idea that any human race is the result of amalgamation with animals. In her writings, particularly in *Spiritual Gifts* (vol. 3, pp. 64, 75), the term "amalgamation" refers to the intermingling or crossing of species within the animal kingdom and to the moral and social degradation among humans—not to the crossing of humans with animals. The White Estate strongly rejects any interpretation that would suggest a link between any human group and animals, as this is not supported by her writings or by the official understanding of her intent. Reference: - White, E. G. (1864). Spiritual Gifts, Vol. 3, pp. 64, 75.

Ordination, according to Ellen White's writings, is a solemn setting apart of individuals for specific duties in the work of God, often accompanied by prayer and the laying on of hands. For example, she describes how, in the early church, "by prayer and the laying on of hands, seven chosen men were solemnly set apart for their duties as deacons" (Acts of the Apostles, p. 89.1). Ordination is seen as a recognition of God's call and a public acknowledgment of the responsibilities and spiritual authority given to those who labor in word and doctrine for the upbuilding of the church. Reference: - White, E. G. (1911). The Acts of the Apostles, p. 89.1.