Ellen Chat Conversation

Good afternoon! It is a pleasure to assist you. Ellen White often shared warm greetings in her letters, frequently telling her correspondents, "I hope you are doing well" (20MR 298.2). In her writings, she often expressed gratitude for health and the opportunity to connect with others. She once wrote, . She valued these interactions, noting to one friend, . Even when she was busy or facing difficulties, she maintained a spirit of service and trust. She expressed her desire to "do all I can humbly, gladly, and then leave the result with God" (21MR 319.2). Her letters were often filled with encouragement for others to . For practical application, Ellen White’s example shows the importance of starting our interactions with kindness and maintaining a heart of praise. By trusting God with the results of our efforts, we can find peace even in a busy life. I am here to help you explore her writings and principles. How can I assist your research today? --- 💡 **You might also want to explore:** • What did Ellen White say about maintaining a positive attitude during trials? • How did she encourage others to find "good courage" in their daily lives? • What were her thoughts on trusting God with the results of our work?

Ellen White taught that Christians should prioritize "inward adorning" over outward ornaments like jewelry, which she described as a "species of idolatry" (6MR 159.2). She encouraged followers to seek the "ornament of a meek and quiet spirit" rather than wearing gold or costly array (MYP 345). In her writings, Ellen White emphasized that decorating the body with expensive ornaments does not add value to a person's character. She noted that and that such displays often reveal a "lack of spirituality" (6MR 159.2). She believed that those who focus on their appearance and "golden ornaments for the exterior" are often neglecting the development of their intellect and soul (1TT 597.5). She frequently pointed to the biblical counsel in 1 Peter 3:3, 4, which says, "Whose adorning let it not be that outward adorning of plaiting the hair, and of wearing of gold, or of putting on of apparel; but let it be the hidden man of the heart" (MYP 345). When meeting with prospective converts who wore "gold bracelets and rings," she would kindly present these scriptures, believing that if a person truly loves the truth, they will "obey the words of Christ" regarding their dress (9MR 118.1). Ellen White also addressed the argument that wearing jewelry helps one maintain influence or avoid appearing "singular." She recounted a conversation where a lady defended wearing a gold ring and gold chains to "dress like other people" for the sake of policy (Ev 271.1). However, Ellen White maintained that and that the Lord desires His people to put away the idea that dressing like the world increases their influence (6MR 159.2). For practical application, she suggested that instead of spending time and resources on fashion, we should seek "wisdom which is of more value than fine gold" (4T 643.5). She encouraged believers to let every look into the mirror be a reminder to care for the soul, seeking a "meek and lowly spirit" that will . --- 💡 **You might also want to explore:** • What did Ellen White say about the relationship between dress and Christian character? • How did she define "simplicity" in the lifestyle of a believer? • What counsel did she give regarding the use of money that would otherwise be spent on ornaments?