“The Reformation did not, as many suppose, end with Luther. It is to be continued to the close of the world’s history.” Ellen G. White, The Great Controversy, p. 148.
For many inquiring Adventists, certain thought provoking questions have arisen. Has the predicted reformation already happened, or is it yet to come? Are there any specific prophecies that clearly point to the reformation in our time? What significant events mark the beginning of the reformation? What are the characteristics that define and identify a divinely born reformation from the false ones?
I will attempt to answer these questions by a careful presentation of relevant Bible texts, Spirit of Prophecy writings, and historical documents.
We will be going back in time to examine some of the historic milestones and developments within the Advent movement. We will trace the beginning of the Reform Movement to a terrible crisis that confronted the Church and the world some eighty years ago.
Much of the material herein contained is taken from a 75-minute video presentation entitled “The S. D. A. Reformation of 1914.” The book is richly illustrated with historic photos which I hope will speak visually to your hearts about a church that emerged during a severe and mighty shaking.
To emphasize certain words and phrases in quoted material I used bold type.
May the Lord bless you and guide you as you seek to become better acquainted with the prophesied 20th Century Reformation.
The Author – Henry Dering
A C K N O W L E D G M E N T S
The author wishes to express his appreciation to all those individuals who have contributed to the production of this book.
These include Evelyn Holmstroem who was responsible for proofreading and editing of the manuscript and Verica Dering who helped with the editing and all of the typing. Before his death in June of 1996, Elder Oscar Kramer was helpful in providing some of the photographs taken in Germany in the 1920s, as well as insight and inspiration.
Finally, all praise and honor be to God for His guidance in the production of this work which, it is hoped, will have a profound effect on many lives.