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Ellen White does not state that the saints will be sad or watch their lost relatives from the sea of glass; rather, she describes this as a scene of ultimate victory and joy where . In her descriptions of this heavenly scene, Ellen White emphasizes the triumph of those who have "gotten the victory over the beast, and over his image, and over his mark" (AA 590.3). Instead of observing the lost with sadness, the redeemed are focused on the Savior and their new environment. She writes that as they stand upon the crystal sea, they which is a . The atmosphere on the sea of glass is one of complete peace and contentment. Ellen White notes that when the 144,000 stood there in a perfect square, "all were perfectly satisfied with their crowns" (LDE 282.1). She describes the saints being "clothed with a glorious white mantle" and being led by Jesus toward the pearly gates of the city (EW 16.2). There is no mention in these records of the saints experiencing sorrow or looking back at those who were not saved while they are in this state of glorification. For practical application, these writings suggest that the focus of the redeemed will be on the "great and marvelous" works of God and the joy of deliverance (AA 590.3). The promise that God wipes away all tears indicates that the heartaches of earth, including the pain of separation, are resolved by His divine comfort and the "living fountains of waters" to which the Lamb leads His people (GrH_c 48.3). In summary, Ellen White portrays the sea of glass as a place of celebration and satisfaction where the trials of the past are eclipsed by the glory of God's presence. --- 💡 **You might also want to explore:** • What did Ellen White say about the 144,000 and their specific experience? • How did she describe the seven-day journey ascending to the sea of glass? • What is the significance of the "song of Moses and the Lamb" according to her writings? --- 📚 **thousands of passages found** containing these search terms — [Explore in Full-Text Search](/advanced-search?q=sea+of+glass)

Based on the provided documents, **Ellen White does not describe a seven-day journey ascending to the sea of glass** in any of the excerpts given. The documents contain references to various other journeys—travel across plains, voyages to Europe, the journey to Jerusalem for feasts, and even the wise men's journey following the star—but none of these relate to a seven-day ascent to the sea of glass. In my previous response, I shared what Ellen White wrote about the saints standing on the sea of glass in victory and joy, but the specific concept of a seven-day journey to reach that location is not found in the documents provided to me. It's possible that Ellen White wrote about this topic in other writings not included in the current search results. If you've encountered this concept in her writings before, you might try searching for specific terms like "seven days" combined with "sea of glass" or "journey to heaven" to locate the exact passage. --- 💡 **You might also want to explore:** • What did Ellen White describe about the journey from earth to heaven after the Second Coming? • How did she portray the experience of the redeemed entering the New Jerusalem? • What details did she give about the week of judgment in heaven before the saints enter the city? --- 📚 **thousands of passages found** containing these search terms — [Explore in Full-Text Search](/advanced-search?q=seven-day+journey)

Based on the documents provided, **Ellen White does not use the specific phrase "a star went dimmed"** to describe preachers. However, she writes extensively about the spiritual "light" of ministers and how that light can fail to shine when they are not in a right relationship with God. In her counsel, she explains that the reason many preachers accomplish so little is that "they do not walk with God" and that "He is a day's journey from most of them" (1T 434.1). She emphasizes that a minister's influence is directly tied to their personal piety, stating: > "If our preachers were men who prayed more in secret, who carried their preaching into practice in their families, who ruled their houses with dignity and gravity, their light would indeed shine to those around them" (1T 434.1). She further warns that when ministers are "afraid of hurting feelings" or "lower the standard of truth," they become unsuccessful because they "conceal if possible the peculiarity of our faith" (2SG 284.2). Instead of a dim or flickering influence, she notes that "the beams of truth and holiness shining from your serious, heavenly conversation will convict others" (1T 434.1). For practical application, these writings suggest that the effectiveness of a spiritual leader is not found in their oratory skills alone, but in "vital godliness" and "self-examination" (1T 434.1). When a preacher's life does not match their message, their influence is "not pleasing to God" and can lead others to a "low level" of experience (2T 614.2). In summary, while the specific "dimmed star" imagery is not in these excerpts, Ellen White clearly teaches that a preacher's spiritual light only remains bright through constant prayer and a close walk with Christ. --- 💡 **You might also want to explore:** • What did Ellen White say about the personal prayer life of a minister? • How does a preacher's home life affect their public ministry? • What is the "small part" that preaching plays in the salvation of souls compared to the work of the church? --- 📚 **hundreds of passages found** containing these search terms — [Explore in Full-Text Search](/advanced-search?q=%22preachers)

Ellen White describes the shaking as a profound spiritual process that leads to "deep repentance" and the purification of those who "truly receive" the message (CCh 338.5). This experience is triggered by the "straight testimony" to the Laodiceans, which forces individuals to either "exalt the standard" or rise up against the truth (EW 270.2). The shaking is characterized by an intense "internal struggle" among those seeking God. Ellen White observed individuals with whose faces were "pale and marked with deep anxiety" (EW 269). This process is an awakening in the sense that it produces "firmness and great earnestness," eventually leading to moments where faces "light up with the marks of God's approbation" (1TT 59). For those who receive the testimony of the True Witness, the shaking has a transformative effect. It leads the receiver to "pour forth the straight truth" and obey the counsel that has previously been . However, the shaking also exposes those who are "surface readers, anchored nowhere," who "slide into any position" to suit their feelings when false theories are introduced (LDE 177.1). Practically, this means that the shaking serves as a spiritual wake-up call. It requires a personal, heart-level response to the "straight testimony" and a willingness to endure an "internal struggle" to reach a state of purification and "firmness" (1SG 183). In conclusion, the shaking is a necessary awakening that distinguishes between those who merely profess faith and those who will . --- 💡 **You might also want to explore:** • What is the "straight testimony" that Ellen White says causes the shaking? • How does Ellen White describe the physical and emotional appearance of those going through the shaking? • What happens to those who "will not bear" the straight testimony during the shaking? --- 📚 **hundreds of passages found** containing these search terms — [Explore in Full-Text Search](/advanced-search?q=shaking+s)

Ellen White teaches that salvation is a deeply personal and individual experience centered on a "living union with Jesus Christ" (12MR 326.2). While the plan of salvation brings believers together in unity, it begins with the individual's heart being renewed and their personal response to God's mercy. In her writings, she clarifies that salvation is not found in outward forms or group associations. She explains that "Salvation is not to be baptized, not to have our names upon the church books, not to preach the truth" (12MR 326.2). Instead, it is a transformative internal process where the individual is "renewed in heart, doing the works of Christ in faith and labor of love" (12MR 326.2). This personal connection is essential because "every soul united to Christ will be a living missionary to all around him" (12MR 326.2). The individual nature of salvation is also seen in how a person responds to the drawing of the Holy Spirit. Ellen White notes that the mercy of God "constantly draws the sinner to Jesus," but the outcome depends on the individual's choice: . She describes this as a "precious pearl" that is available to all in the "market of which divine mercy has the management," yet it must be personally obtained (COL 116.3). For practical application, this means that one cannot rely on the faith of family members or church standing for their spiritual security. Each person must individually "buy" of Christ "gold tried in the fire" (COL 116.3) and maintain their own "living union" with Him. While this individual salvation , the foundation remains a personal, heart-level commitment to the Savior. In conclusion, salvation is an individual matter of the heart and will, requiring a personal response to Christ's sacrifice and a daily, living connection with Him. --- 💡 **You might also want to explore:** • What does it mean to have a "living union" with Christ? • How does Ellen White describe the "pearl of great price" in relation to the cost of salvation? • What is the relationship between individual salvation and church unity? --- 📚 **thousands of passages found** containing these search terms — [Explore in Full-Text Search](/advanced-search?q=%22salvation)