Daughters of God. "Lord, how shall I best serve and glorify Thy name in the earth? How shall I conduct my life to make Thy name a praise in the earth, and lead others to love, serve, and honor Thee? Let me only desire and choose Thy will. Let the words and example of my Redeemer be the light and strength of my heart. While I follow and trust in Him, He will not leave me to perish. He shall be my crown of rejoicing."- Review and Herald, Aug. 10, 1886Designed to be an encouragement, inspiration, and affirmation to women around the globe, this compilation brings together significant portions of Ellen White's counsel to women in the work of God. It includes counsels that lead women to strive for the highest ideals in whatever walk of life they find themselves, be it personal or professional. Every women is of inestimable value in the sight of our heavenly Father. He created woman to stand by the side of man, equal in value before God, and associated with him in the work he was given to do.
- Daughters of God
- A Word to the Reader
- Chapter 1—The Lord Calls Women to His Service
- Women As Christian Laborers
- Chapter 2—Women of Note in the Old Testament
- Eve, Mother of All
- Sarah, Wife of Abraham, Mother of Nations
- Rebekah
- Jochebed, Mother of Moses
- Miriam, Sister of Moses
- Zipporah, Wife of Moses
- Rahab
- Deborah
- Hannah, Mother of Samuel
- Abigail
- Huldah, the Prophetess
- Esther
- Chapter 3—Women of Note in the New Testament
- Elisabeth, Mother of John the Baptist
- Mary, the Mother of Jesus
- Mary and Martha
- The Samaritan Woman
- The Woman Who Touched the Hem of Jesus’ Garment
- Peter's Mother-in-Law
- The Canaanitish Woman
- The Mother of James and John
- The Widow of Nain
- Women at the Cross
- Women at the Tomb of Jesus
- Women Who Followed Jesus
- Dorcas
- Lydia
- Priscilla
- Anna the Prophet
- Pilate's Wife
- Chapter 4—Bible Study and Prayer Essential
- Study the Word
- Prayer
- Chapter 5—Women as Teachers
- All Who Teach to Have a Close Connection With God
- Schools to Reflect the Order of Heaven
- “Nicest Work” Ever Given to Humans
- Teachers Are Truly Missionaries
- Sarah Peck Called to Teach
- Chapter 6—Women as Physicians
- Women to Treat Women; Men to Treat Men
- Childbirth
- Dr. Patience Bourdeau
- Dr. Julia A. White
- Chapter 7—Women's Role in Soul-Winning Ministry
- Women Can Reach a Class That Men Cannot Reach
- Visiting and Follow-up Work Essential
- An Army for the Lord
- Chapter 8—“The Labourer Is Worthy of His Hire”
- Letter to Capt. Henry Norman
- Chapter 9—Neighborhood Ministry
- All to Have a Part in the Work of God
- Coworkers With God
- Let the Youth Be Trained to Serve Others
- A Missionary Letter to Maria Chase
- Chapter 10—Temperance Work
- Our Relationship to the Woman's Christian Temperance Union
- Mrs. S.M.I. Henry, Leader of the Woman's Christian Temperance Union
- Seeds of Truth Can Be Sown in WCTU
- Death of Mrs. S.M.I. Henry Brings a Real Loss to the Cause of God
- Chapter 11—“Go Ye Into All The World”
- Literature Work
- Special Work For the Old and Neglected
- True Missionary Spirit Essential
- Missionaries Must Be Committed to the Work
- Chapter 12—Self-respect
- A Letter of Encouragement
- Chapter 13—The Influence of Christian Women
- Influence of the Christian Woman's Dress
- Chapter 14—The Christian Woman Is Modest at All Times
- Give a Good Example in Dress
- Letter of Counsel to Addie Walling
- Chapter 15—Balance in the Life
- Balance Necessary in Every Phase of Life
- Balance in Time Management Necessary
- Self-Improvement
- Letter to a Self-Centered Woman
- Chapter 16—Health, Exercise, and Healthful Living
- Exercise Essential
- Pure Water One of Heaven's Blessings
- Ellen White Insisted on Following Health Principles in Her Home
- Chapter 17—Marriage, Home, Family
- Marriage
- Take Care in Choosing a Life Companion
- When Problems Arise
- Invite the Softening, Subduing Spirit of God to Settle Differences
- Courtship and Marriage Serious Step
- Families
- Hospitality in the Home
- Chapter 18—Mothers
- A Mother's Source of Strength
- Some Wise Counsel to Children
- Children's Responsibility to Care for an Elderly Mother
- Chapter 19—Responsibilities of Parenthood
- Traits of Character Are Passed Along in Children
- Teach Children to Form Good Habits
- Parents Can Be Too Indulgent
- Chapter 20—A Knowledge of Practical Duties of Life
- Useful Employment Essential
- The Value of Practical Education
- All, Even Women, Should Learn a Trade
- Women of Sharp Intellect Needed to Manage Business
- Chapter 21—When Sorrow Comes
- Death of a Husband
- Widowhood
- Death of a Child
- Death of a Friend
- Chapter 22—Woman to Woman
- Seek Out Those Who Are Lonely
- Our Will and Our Way Should Be Submitted to God
- God Will Hear Us
- Prayer for Service
- Appendix A—At Simon's House
- Appendix B—The Public Ministry of Ellen G. White
- Appendix C—Exhibits Relating to the Ordination of Women
- Conclusion
- Appendix D—Use of the Tithe
- Appendix E—James and Ellen White's Relationship
- James and Ellen White
- Letters (Written May 10, 12, 16, and 17, 1876)
- The Setting of the Letters