Compilations—What They Are and What They Are Not

Chapter 8—Not All Books Serve the Same Purpose

While all compilations are prepared in essentially the same way, not all are prepared for the same purpose; that is, some are more of an encyclopedic or reference type, such as Counsels on Diet and Foods. This book is not designed to be read as a narrative from cover to cover, but to bring together counsels on certain topics in an orderly and easily accessible way. The devotional books are just that—devotional. They are planned as brief readings to direct one’s thoughts toward God at the beginning of the day. Other, larger books, such as the Conflict of the Ages series, give a thrilling history from creation to the second advent of Christ. Still others give counsel on various aspects of everyday life. CWAWAN 6.1