To be a SDA is to follow the teachings of E.G.W.
Chim, I'd have to disagree with you on this point. I converted to SDA about 2 years ago. While I was aware of E.G.W., I certainly did not get baptized BECAUSE of her writings. I follow the word of the Bible and not the word of man (woman). I have read several books by E.G.W., and personally find her writings somewhat tedious.
Is she a prophet? I couldn't tell you. There are certainly those who believe she is, but I don't know enough to say for sure. I can tell you though that I'm not SDA because i follow E.G.W.'s writings. I follow the Bible.
I became interested in the SDA church because they always referenced the Bible. In my church, they
encourage people to question, and then direct them back to the Bible to find the answer. They also strongly encourage prayer so that God can
inspire you to the right answer. Not once have i ever been directed to an E.G.W. writing to get an answer.
Can't say for sure this is true in all SDA churches, but it's the custom in the church I attend.
Erik
