On one occasion I spoke in reference to genuine sanctification, which is nothing less than a daily dying to self and daily conformity to the will of God. While in Oregon I had been shown that some of the young churches of the New England Conference were in danger through the blighting influence of what is called sanctification. Some would become deceived by this doctrine, while others, knowing its deceptive influence, would realize their danger and turn from it. Paul’s sanctification was a constant conflict with self. Said he, “I die daily.” 1 Corinthians 15:31. His will and his desires every day conflicted with duty and the will of God. Instead of following inclination, he did the will of God, however unpleasant and crucifying to his nature. {LS 237.1}

Ved en anledning talte jeg om ægte helliggørelse, som er intet mindre end daglig fornægtelse af selvet og daglig tilpasning til Guds vilje. Da jeg var i Oregon havde jeg fået vist at nogle af de unge menigheder i New England konferensen var i fare for den strålende indflydelse af det som blev kaldt helliggørelse. Nogle ville bedrages af denne lære, medens andre, der kendte til dets bedrageriske indflydelse, ville erkende deres fare og vende sig fra den. Paulus’ helliggørelse var en stadig konflikt med selvet. Han sagde: "Jeg dør dagligt." 1. Korinter 15,31. Hans vilje og hans ønsker var i daglig konflikt med Guds pligt og vilje. I stedet for at følge tilbøjeligheden, gjorde han Guds vilje, uanset for ubehagelig og korsfæstende den var for hans natur.