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Summary

In this interview, Mr. Cook reflects on Ellen White's profound influence on health and wellness. He discusses her divine guidance in promoting correct health practices and her contributions to the establishment of several hospitals, including St. Helena, Glendale, and Loma Linda. Mr. Cook highlights White’s remarkable accomplishments despite her limited formal education, emphasizing her impact on both healthcare and spiritual well-being through her writings, particularly 'Ministry of Healing.' He credits her with inspiring medical institutions that continue to serve people today, showcasing her visionary leadership.

Takeaways

• 🌟 Health was a significant subject for Ellen White and she was divinely guided to promote it.
• 📚 Ellen White's writings, particularly 'Ministry of Healing', have greatly influenced health practices.
• 🌞 She emphasized the importance of mental and physical health, especially during winter.
• 🌿 Ellen White advocated for a return to nature as a means of promoting health.
• 🏥 Ellen White was instrumental in the establishment of several hospitals, including St. Helena Hospital.
• 🏥 She also played a key role in the founding of Glendale Adventist Hospital and Paradise Valley Hospital.
• 📖 'Steps to Christ' is another influential book that starts with the importance of nature.
• 🏛️ Ellen White encouraged the establishment of Loma Linda University and its hospital.
• 💡 Despite having only a fourth-grade education, Ellen White was used by the Lord in remarkable ways.
• 🗣️ Mr. Cook, a speaker in the transcript, shares his personal experiences and admiration for Ellen White's work.

Q & A

Who was Ellen White, and why is her work significant in the context of health?

Ellen White was a prominent figure in the early Adventist church and an influential health reformer. Her writings were believed to be inspired by God, and she advocated for health practices that were ahead of her time. She focused on the connection between physical health, mental well-being, and spirituality.

How did Ellen White’s health recommendations differ from common medical practices at the time?

Ellen White's recommendations were seen as revolutionary because they often contradicted the common medical practices of her era, such as bloodletting and smoking for health. She promoted natural remedies, diet, exercise, and the importance of mental health, which were not widely accepted at the time.

What impact did Ellen White's teachings have on the healthcare system?

Ellen White played a crucial role in the establishment of numerous hospitals and health institutions, including Glendale Adventist Hospital, Paradise Valley Hospital, and Loma Linda University Medical Center. Her influence led to the creation of a comprehensive healthcare system within the Adventist church.

What was the 'Ministry of Healing' and why was it important?

The 'Ministry of Healing' is a book written by Ellen White that discusses principles for maintaining physical, mental, and spiritual health. It includes chapters on mental well-being, the healing power of nature, and the holistic approach to health. The book has been instrumental in shaping health practices within the Adventist community.

What personal experiences did the speaker share regarding Ellen White’s writings?

The speaker shared that reading Ellen White’s book 'Ministry of Healing' helped him cope with seasonal depression during winter months. He emphasized the book’s focus on maintaining mental health and the healing power of nature.

How did Ellen White contribute to the establishment of Loma Linda University Medical Center?

Ellen White played a pivotal role in the establishment of Loma Linda University Medical Center. She saw a vision indicating the need for a health institution in Redlands and persuaded her brother to purchase the land, even without committee approval. Her foresight and leadership helped create a world-renowned hospital and medical training center.

Why is Ellen White’s educational background considered remarkable in the context of her achievements?

Ellen White had only a fourth-grade education, which makes her extensive contributions to health and the founding of several medical institutions even more remarkable. Her insights and leadership were attributed to divine guidance, according to her followers.

What role did Ellen White play in shaping Adventist health education?

Ellen White was a pioneer in promoting a holistic approach to health that included physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. Her writings inspired the foundation of health schools and influenced the curriculum of Adventist educational institutions, integrating health principles into their teachings.

What does the speaker mention about Ellen White’s approach to nature?

The speaker noted that Ellen White frequently emphasized the importance of nature in her writings. She believed that nature was a reflection of God’s love and a tool for healing. Many of her health principles incorporated time spent in nature as a way to enhance physical and mental health.

How did Ellen White’s advocacy for health extend beyond just physical well-being?

Ellen White advocated for a comprehensive approach to health that included mental and spiritual dimensions. She encouraged practices such as positive thinking, stress management, and a strong connection to faith as essential components of overall well-being.

Outlines

00:00

🩺 Ellen White's Impact on Health Reform

In this segment, the speaker discusses the profound influence of Ellen White on health, emphasizing that she was guided by her faith to adopt and promote beneficial health practices. Despite not being a public speaker, White led by example and achieved great milestones in this area. The speaker notes that her writings on health, including her correction of harmful practices like bloodletting and smoking, were divinely inspired. White's approach to health reform is further highlighted through her book, 'Ministry of Healing,' which provided practical advice for mental and physical well-being, particularly through nature, which played a crucial role in her teachings.

05:00

🏥 Establishment of Hospitals and Ellen White's Vision

This section elaborates on Ellen White's role in establishing key healthcare institutions. The speaker explains that White pushed for the creation of multiple hospitals, including the St. Helena Hospital and Glendale Adventist Hospital in California, as well as Loma Linda University Medical Center. White's guidance in building these institutions was seen as divinely inspired, particularly her vision to purchase land for a sanitarium in Redlands. Her influence led to the creation of these healthcare centers, which remain significant in California's medical landscape.

Keywords

💡Health

Health is a central theme in the video, particularly related to Ellen White's teachings. Ellen White emphasized health in both her writings and personal practices, advocating for a balanced, natural lifestyle. The speaker notes that White was guided by divine inspiration to discern correct health practices from harmful ones, such as recognizing that bloodletting was not beneficial.

💡Ellen White

Ellen White was a prominent figure in the Seventh-day Adventist movement, and she had a strong focus on health, education, and spirituality. In the video, she is described as being divinely guided in her health teachings, which helped establish several health institutions. Her contributions to health are a significant part of her legacy, with her books and practices continuing to inspire others.

💡Ministry of Healing

The 'Ministry of Healing' is a book by Ellen White that discusses how to maintain both physical and mental health. The speaker highlights this book as a guide for dealing with health issues, particularly during difficult times like winter depression. It includes advice on staying mentally healthy and using nature for healing, reflecting White's holistic approach to health.

💡Nature

Nature is an essential element in Ellen White's teachings on health. She believed that nature reflects God's love and offers healing properties. In the video, the speaker emphasizes how White often referred to nature in her writings, especially in relation to mental and physical health, and that she saw it as a critical part of a balanced lifestyle.

💡Sanitariums and Hospitals

Ellen White played a crucial role in establishing several health institutions, including hospitals and sanitariums. The video mentions her involvement in founding Loma Linda University Medical Center, Glendale Adventist Hospital, and others. These institutions continue to be vital health centers, reflecting White's lasting impact on health care in the Seventh-day Adventist community.

💡Mental Health

Mental health is discussed in the context of Ellen White's teachings, particularly in the 'Ministry of Healing.' The speaker mentions that White provided guidance on how to stay mentally healthy, especially during difficult times like seasonal depression. Her emphasis on mental well-being was progressive for her time and remains relevant today.

💡Divine Inspiration

Ellen White is portrayed as someone who received divine inspiration in matters of health and wellness. The speaker notes that she was able to distinguish between beneficial and harmful practices, such as rejecting bloodletting and promoting natural remedies. Her spiritual guidance is a key reason her health teachings are still followed by many.

💡Steps to Christ

Steps to Christ is another book by Ellen White mentioned in the video, which focuses on the relationship between humans and God. In the video, it is highlighted for its emphasis on nature, illustrating White's belief in the connection between spiritual well-being and the natural world.

💡Redlands

Redlands is a city where Ellen White had a vision to establish a sanitarium. The video describes how she persuaded her brother to purchase a property in Redlands to fulfill this vision, reflecting her proactive role in expanding healthcare facilities based on her spiritual insights.

💡Loma Linda University Medical Center

Loma Linda University Medical Center is one of the major health institutions that Ellen White helped establish. The video emphasizes its significance, noting that it is recognized worldwide and that its foundation is directly tied to White’s influence. It serves as a testament to her lasting contributions to healthcare.

Highlights

Ellen White was deeply committed to health as a major part of her ministry.

Her guidance on health was believed to be divinely inspired, with God showing her the correct health practices.

Ellen White's husband, James White, once smoked cigars for health, but Ellen was shown that this was not the correct approach.

Bloodletting was a common practice during her time, but Ellen was shown that it was not a valid health remedy.

The speaker found solace and practical health advice from Ellen White's book 'Ministry of Healing,' especially regarding mental and physical well-being.

'Ministry of Healing' has a chapter on mental health that the speaker found particularly helpful during dark winter months.

Ellen White's writings often connect health with nature, highlighting its importance in holistic well-being.

She emphasized the connection between spiritual health and appreciation of God's creation in nature.

Ellen White helped establish important health institutions, such as the St. Helena Sanitarium and Glendale Adventist Hospital.

Despite having only a fourth-grade education, Ellen White's leadership helped establish several hospitals, including Paradise Valley Hospital and Loma Linda University.

The speaker reflects on Ellen White's pivotal role in the creation of Loma Linda Hospital, a well-known institution in California.

Loma Linda Hospital was established partly due to Ellen White's vision and encouragement to purchase a hotel property.

Ellen White advised not to delay decisions when following divine guidance, urging immediate action in acquiring the Redlands site.

The speaker emphasizes that following God's will was central to Ellen White's life and decisions.

The speaker expresses deep personal admiration for Ellen White's writings and her role in shaping health practices within the Adventist movement.

Transcripts

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here so Mr cook yes um Health was a big

subject for alen white right yes yes um

why uh in here was also very important

for that subject to U Bloom and to like

um she accomplished a lot of great

things here over that subject right

would you tell us a little bit about it

well you know she she was led by the

Lord to pick the right things one more

time you need to

just little you can yeah thank you we

need some space between us okay go ahead

question again yeah

question Mr cook let's go over Health

enen light was really um not a speech

for that not a speaker for that she

practiced herself she practiced it

herself um but she also U accomplished

great things on that subject yes would

you tell us about it ws and and the

other things that she went over while

she was leaving

here well I can tell you back up a

little bit before she lived here is that

I I was never an Adventist being raised

up but I when I read her writings I

heard the voice of God and especially in

in health and when you read her writings

you're going to find that yes she she

took things from different people but

almost like the lord gave her what was

correct for instance and what wasn't

correct for instance uh James White

smoked a big cigar for help and uh also

uh U they thought one time that at that

age that they blood let right that's

going to heal you so she was shown by

the Lord just the right things for

health so that's why I love reading her

writings and U I want to share with you

a book that I

love um this is a book called Ministry

of

healing and I used to always in my life

go through a dark time and winter I I

love the sunshine I hate clouds I'm from

Phoenix Arizona in the desert and I

couldn't understand why would I get

depressed I started reading this book

and I read so much about how to stay

healthy mentally and physically during

my winter time um

so that's why I love Ministry of heing

especially the chapter on mind cure and

especially the chapter on

nature you can't read her books without

having her go back to Nature how

important we don't we don't worship

nature but we see the love of Christ in

nature right it's true so U like with

nature it says there's a chapter and

with god um even in the book steps of

Christ she starts out about nature and

very very important besides the Bible of

course um then she talks in here about

everything dealing with nature U the The

Physician the educated helping the poor

U home her mother and a lot of good

things she finished writing his this

book here right she finished in here

yeah if it's that shelf it was she

finished in here yeah um and she also um

have established a lot of umit

in clinics around here too right she did

she did uh I will point you to over here

um it's amazing to me that this little

girl of what fourth grade education uh

the Lord used her in an amazing way she

helped establish santen hospital that's

just uh a few blocks from here yes were

you up there yeah okay I love s the

hospital because I've had three

surgeries there so it helps save my life

um but besides St Luna hospital this is

what's amazing to me in

1904 and she she only been here for four

years she helped establish uh glendel

Adventist Hospital uh that's near

glendel at which is outside of Los

Angeles she helped establish the

Paradise Valley Hospital which is uh San

Diego same year right same year which

she was a busy lady and then then also

Linda University then there was a

hospital there l hospital Lind hospital

is probably known by every

California everyone knows L the hospital

a reference yeah yeah it's a very well

known and um it's it's I used to work

there for a while and as a chap so it's

it has a lot of uh good reputation in

America here she is dedicating that l in

the

hospital I tell people that

as famous as as Linda is all over the

world Mrs

White actually was the one who pushed to

have that

hospital in fact she uh if it wasn't if

it wasn't for Mrs White there would not

be a woman in the hospital because she

saw in Vision that besides all these

places we needed to have a sanitarian we

need to have a hospital in a city called

Redlands and uh she encouraged her

brother to uh buy a a hotel

up there it was on sale for $85,000 and

then it went down to 45 and she said by

buy it now she wanted the to buy this

place the land and not even to uh not

even to uh wait take to committee

and

have always good to follow the lord

that's probably the

yeah she followed the Lord wherever she

went that's why I

love all new to me when I

was have you been up to St l hospital we

passed by

saw okay good okay