- Introduction
- Chapter 1—True Education
- Chapter 2—Higher Education
- Chapter 3—The True Higher Education
- Chapter 4—Importance of Physical Culture
- Chapter 5—Manual Training
- Chapter 6—Educational Influence of Surroundings
- Chapter 7—Teachers and Teaching
- Chapter 8—The Bible in Educational Work
- Chapter 9—God in Nature
- Chapter 10—Christ as the Example and Teacher of Youth
- Chapter 11—The Parable of the Growing Seed
- Chapter 12—Character Building
- Chapter 13—The Manifest Working of the Holy Spirit at Battle Creek College
- Chapter 14—Work and Education
- Chapter 15—Speedy Preparation For Work
- Chapter 16—The Bible the Most Important Book for Education in Our Schools
- Chapter 17—A Divine Example
- Chapter 18—Christ's Example In Contrast With Formalism
- Chapter 19—True Principles in Education
- Chapter 20—The Divine Teacher
- Chapter 21—To Teachers and Students
- Chapter 22—Study the Bible for Yourselves
- Chapter 23—Our Youth and Children Demand Our Care
- Chapter 24—The Holy Spirit in the Schools
- Chapter 25—Diligent and Thorough Education
- Chapter 26—The Essential Education
- Chapter 27—The Great Lesson Book
- Chapter 28—Books and Authors in Our Schools
- Chapter 29—Fragments
Chapter 29—Fragments
Education is but a preparation of the physical, intellectual, and moral powers for the best performance of all the duties of life—Testimonies for the Church 4:498.SpTEd 239.2
God would have us study the history of his dealing with men and nations in the past, that we may learn to respect and obey his messages, that we may take heed to his warnings and counsels.—The Review and Herald, November 5, 1889.SpTEd 239.3
It is not education or intellectual ability that will bring souls into the light of truth. The power to move souls will be found when you practise the lessons you have learned in the school of Christ.—The Review and Herald, November 12, 1889.SpTEd 239.4
It is not the highest work of education to communicate knowledge merely, but to impart that vitalizing energy which is received from the contact of mind with mind, of soul with soul. It is only life that can beget life.—MS.SpTEd 239.5
The lessons of Christ are for every soul to learn and practise. This is higher education.—.SpTEd 240.1
Those who seek wisdom in the study of the world's authors, are not drinking from the pure fountain flowing from the throne of God.—The Review and Herald, June 13, 1893.SpTEd 240.2
The Great Teacher calls for every youth to learn the true philosophy of education.—what shall I do to be saved?—MS.SpTEd 240.3