The warfare against self is the greatest battle that was ever fought. The yielding of self, surrendering all to the will of God, requires a struggle; but the soul must submit to God before it can be renewed in holiness.
Go on to God does not force our will, but wants us to make our own choice reach the height of blessing...
White, Ellen Gould: Steps to Christ. Pacific Press Publishing Association, 1892; SC 43.3
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