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121 From Eternity Past, p. 492.2 (Ellen Gould White)
It was not God's prophet that came forth. Samuel was not present in that haunt of evil spirits. Satan could as easily assume the form of Samuel as he could assume that of an angel of light when he tempted Christ in the wilderness.
122 From Eternity Past, p. 493.5 (Ellen Gould White)
… spirit of darkness, Saul had destroyed himself. Oppressed by the horror of despair, it would be impossible to inspire his army with courage. He could not lead …
123 From Eternity Past, p. 497.2 (Ellen Gould White)
… “familiar spirits” were not the spirits of the dead, but evil angels, the messengers of Satan. The psalmist, speaking of Israel, says that “they sacrificed their …
124 From Eternity Past, p. 525.1 (Ellen Gould White)
… . His evil example exerted its influence upon his sons, and God would not interpose to prevent the result. Thus David was severely chastised. Retribution which …
125 Evangelism, p. 165.1 (Ellen Gould White)
… are not in the spirit and love of Christ, the angels of God cannot strengthen and enlighten them. They leave them to their own strength, and evil angels press …
126 Evangelism, p. 212.3 (Ellen Gould White)
… this spirit of self-sufficiency once rule in our midst, and there will be no harmony of action, no unity of spirit, no safety for the work, and no healthful growth …
127 Evangelism, p. 304.1 (Ellen Gould White)
The Spirit of Controversy —Do not cherish a spirit of controversy. Little good is accomplished by denunciatory speeches. The surest way to destroy false …
128 Evangelism, p. 330.2 (Ellen Gould White)
Evil of Idolizing the Minister —The fact that a minister is applauded and praised is no evidence that he has spoken under the influence of the Spirit. It is …
129 Evangelism, p. 347.2 (Ellen Gould White)
… the Spirit. The thorns in the heart must be uprooted and cast out, for good and evil cannot grow in the heart at the same time. Unsanctified human inclinations …
130 Evangelism, p. 370.1 (Ellen Gould White)
… . Jealousy, evil surmising, and accusing closed the door to the working of the Holy Spirit. Paul would gladly have dwelt upon higher and more difficult truths …
131 Evangelism, p. 479.1 (Ellen Gould White)
… have not those positive traits of character that give power to do something—the spirit and energy that kindle enthusiasm. Those who would win success must …
132 Evangelism, p. 507.1 (Ellen Gould White)
… display, not to praise God with the spirit and understanding. The state of the heart reveals the quality of the religion of the professor of godliness.— Letter …
133 Evangelism, p. 531.1 (Ellen Gould White)
… Holy Spirit. Let them draw with all their strength, with words made eloquent by the Spirit's efficiency. Let them ask their hearers to assist in the work of …
134 Evangelism, p. 601.4 (Ellen Gould White)
… . The defenses of the soul are broken down. Man has no barrier against sin. When once the restraints of God's Word and His Spirit are rejected, we know not to …
135 Evangelism, p. 641.2 (Ellen Gould White)
… , does not lessen its evil effects. When anyone can point to one trifling word spoken by our Lord, or to any lightness seen in His character, he may feel that lightness …
136 Fundamentals of Christian Education, p. 64.1 (Ellen Gould White)
… does not remedy the evil. The lax discipline in many institutions of learning has nearly destroyed their usefulness, and in some cases rendered them a curse …
137 Fundamentals of Christian Education, p. 124.2 (Ellen Gould White)
… the Spirit,” and you should become skillful in its use, if you would cut your way through the hosts of opposition and darkness.
138 Fundamentals of Christian Education, p. 132.2 (Ellen Gould White)
… of spirit, that would resist the temptations of Satan to do evil. A firm, decided will-power is not brought into the life and character because the sacred instruction …
139 Fundamentals of Christian Education, p. 152.3 (Ellen Gould White)
… and spirit, and that in Him they will find strength to resist every temptation. Keep before their minds that they were not created merely to please themselves …
140 Fundamentals of Christian Education, p. 168.2 (Ellen Gould White)
… of evil seek to impress those who study them with the spirit of questioning and unbelief. Those who drink from these polluted channels do not thirst for the …