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The Truth About Angels
the flesh hung loosely about his hands and face. As I beheld him, his
chin was resting upon his left hand. He appeared to be in deep thought.
A smile was upon his countenance, which made me tremble, it was
so full of evil and satanic slyness. This smile is the one he wears just
before he makes sure of his victim, and as he fastens the victim in his
snare, this smile grows horrible.—
Early Writings, 152, 153
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Angels Ellen White Saw in Visions and Dreams
I dreamed that several of the brethren in California were in council,
considering the best plan for labor during the coming season. Some
thought it wise to shun the large cities, and work in smaller places.
My husband was earnestly urging that broader plans be laid, and more
extended efforts made, which would better compare with the character
of our message.
Then a young man whom I had frequently seen in my dreams,
came into the council. He listened with deep interest to the words that
were spoken, and then, speaking with deliberation and authoritative
confidence, said:
“The cities and villages constitute a part of the Lord’s vineyard.
They must hear the messages of warning. The enemy of truth is
making desperate efforts to turn the people from the truth of God to
falsehood.... You are to sow beside all waters.”—
Life Sketches of
Ellen G. White, 208
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In my work, I am connected with my helpers, and I am also con-
nected with and in close touch with my Instructor and other heavenly
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intelligences. Those who are called of God should be in touch with
Him through the operation of His Holy Spirit, that they may be taught
of Him.—
Spalding and Magan Collection, 462
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While riding in the cars I was unable to sit up. My husband made
a bed on the seat, and I lay down with aching head and heart....
In this state of mind I fell asleep and dreamed that a tall angel stood
by my side, and asked me why I was sad. I related to him the thoughts
that had troubled me, and said, “I can do so little good, why may we
not be with our children, and enjoy their society?” “Said he, “You have
given to the Lord two beautiful flowers, the fragrance of which is as
sweet incense before Him, and is more precious in His sight than gold
or silver, for it is a heart gift. It draws upon every fibre of the heart as