Extreme Interpretations

The cause of truth will be advanced if all will take a consistent, well-balanced view of the writings. While some are indifferent to the instruction given in the Testimonies there are those who take extreme positions of averred allegiance. Both do harm to themselves and to the influence of the writings of the Spirit of prophecy. We are told:EGWMR 87.6

“There is a class of people who are always ready to go off on some tangent, who want to catch up something strange and wonderful and new; but God would have all move calmly, considerately, choosing our words in harmony with the solid truth for this time, which requires to be presented to the mind as free from that which is emotional as possible, while still bearing the intensity and solemnity that it is proper it should bear. We must guard against creating extremes, guard against encouraging those who would either be in the fire or in the water.”—Testimonies to Ministers and Gospel Workers, 227, 228.EGWMR 87.7

We appeal to all to study these writings in their setting and to avoid one-sided, extreme interpretations which distort their meaning. And above all, give earnest heed to the precious instruction which the Lord has sent to His remnant people.EGWMR 87.8