Spalding and Magan's Unpublished Manuscript Testimonies - Ellen G. White

The students are here for special training, to
become acquainted with all lines of work, that
should they go out as missionaries, they could in
one sense be morally independent, and able to
furnish themselves with conveniences because they
have educated ability. Whether men or women,
they should learn to mend, wash, and keep their
own clothes in order. They should be able to cook
their own meals. They should learn to act always
from principles, and to pursue a course of Christian
consistency.
Many find this difficult, it may be because they
did not receive their education at home. They did
not sufficiently realize that they were a part of the
family firm. They did not think it was their duty to
bring all the help possible into the family, just as
did our Saviour. They were not taught the
importance of making the life of Christ their life,
and the character of Christ their character. In many
cases the natural inclination of the children has
been left to flow at liberty. They have been allowed
to neglect the little things which they should do
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