Testimonies for the Church, Volume 2 - Ellen G. White

neglect to follow the light that shines clearly upon
their pathway; they try to pry into secrets not
plainly revealed and conjecture and talk and
dispute in regard to questions which they are not
required to understand, for they have no special
reference to their salvation. Thousands have been
beguiled in this way by Satan. They have neglected
present faith and present duty which are clear and
comprehensive to all who have their reasoning
powers; they have dwelt upon doubtful theories
and scriptures which they could not comprehend,
and have erred concerning the faith; they have a
mixed faith.
God would have all make a practical use of the
plain teachings of His word in regard to the
salvation of man. If they are doers of the word,
which is plain and powerful in its simplicity, they
will not fail to perfect Christian character. They
will be sanctified through the truth, and through
humble obedience to it will secure everlasting life.
God wants servants that are true, not only in word,
but in deed. Their fruits will show the genuineness
of their faith.
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