Spalding and Magan's Unpublished Manuscript Testimonies - Ellen G. White

very busy by the enemy in accusing and picking
flaws with those who are determined to advance
the work in missionary fields.
I see no reason why you should not be on the
committee of the Southern Union Conference as a
counsellor; for you know more about how the work
in the South should be carried forward than do
some who have had less experience. And if your
voice and your experience should be regarded by
the committee as of much value, you must be
careful not to think that your opinions are to be
accepted as supreme, above the judgment of those
with whom you are associated in labor. Remember
that counsellors are to be connected with the
various branches of our work. All are to pray and
watch unto prayer, cherishing the wisdom that
cometh from above.
It is well that something has been done to help
Brother Shireman. He was in danger of making
mistakes, and, for the time being, the best thing
was done that could be done. If after due
consideration, it should not be found best for you
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