Foreword
With the publication of this book, God’s Amazing Grace, we now have
ten Ellen G. White devotional volumes. The fact that a worldwide church
would publish ten such volumes from one author is significant. No other
writer has been so honored. While all of the morning watch volumes have
been deeply spiritual, reflecting the dedication of the numerous authors and
their literary skills, none could write with the deep insights of this one unique
writer. And what is the explanation? It certainly would be a mistake to give
credit to Ellen White, the person. Doubtless, if she were alive, she would
make this humble explanation:
“Sister White is not the originator of these books. They contain the
instruction that during her lifework God has been giving her. They contain
the precious, comforting light that God has graciously given his servant to
be given to the world. From their pages this light is to shine into the hearts
of men and women, leading them to the Saviour.”—
The Review and Herald,
January 20, 1903
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And perhaps thousands who read the inspired messages of this volume
will be led into a more intimate experience with Jesus Christ. Thus they will
partake of his amazing grace which Ellen White described as “An attribute
of God shown to undeserving human beings. We did not seek after it,” She
explained, “But it was sent in search of us.”
The statements on this subject of grace permeate the many printed spirit
of prophecy volumes. These rich sources have yielded the prime selections.
The periodicals such as the Review and Herald, Signs of the Times, and The
Youth’s Instructor, also provide helpful facets for study
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When only part of a reference is used, the omissions in this book are
recognized in the usual way. In many cases the reading for the day consists
of a number of choice quotations grouped together as a composite statement.
At the close of the volume the individual source credits will be found, and
also a scripture index
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God’s Amazing Grace was compiled under the direction of the Ellen G.
White Trustees, who carry the responsibility for publishing these products of
Mrs. White’s pen. It should be recalled that compilations from this writer
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