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Spalding and Magan's Unpublished Manuscript Testimonies - Ellen G. White

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every man. "In all things it behooved Him to be<br />

made like unto his brethren, that he might be a<br />

faithful <strong>and</strong> merciful high priest in things<br />

pertaining to God, to make reconciliation for the<br />

sins of the people. For in that he himself hath<br />

suffered, being tempted, he is able to succor them<br />

that are tempted."<br />

The worker who considers himself in a position<br />

of such high responsibility that he allows the<br />

members of the churches to look up to him to voice<br />

their decisions <strong>and</strong> control their actions, if<br />

educating men <strong>and</strong> women to wear a human yoke.<br />

They are not learning of the divine teacher. To the<br />

one who is being led to have such an experience, I<br />

would say, Go to Christ: ask Him to give you an<br />

experience; learn to emulate his faultless character,<br />

<strong>and</strong> do not look for experiences of guidance to any<br />

human being, who is as liable to err as yourself.<br />

There are reasons why we should not put our<br />

trust in men who are placed in positions of large<br />

responsibility. It is often difficult for them to<br />

maintain a humble <strong>and</strong> teachable spirit. They<br />

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