Revival and Reformation by Ellen G. White

Abstract

One of the most important movements started by the Seventh-day Adventists is the revival and reformation one. Since 2010, the Adventists are involved in the task of giving special emphasis in the reading of the Bible, the writings of Ellen G. White, prayer and sharing the personal testimony. The purpose is to produce a revival of faith through the reformation of habits. Though the expression “revival and reformation” does not appear in the Bible, the concept is there.  The first person who used this expression was Ellen G. White, and in different contexts, explained its need in within the church. At the same time, her writings point out that this revival and reformation should take place not only in the individuals, but it should involve the family and the church including its institutions. Therefore, changes that fit and harmonize with the Law of God must be done at every level of the church. In order to understand this concept which is described by Ellen G. White, her writings will be analyzed systematically considering the context of each quotation.