" Once a religious institution (Protestant, Catholic, Seventh-day Adventist, etc.) makes a pronouncement about "The Truth," writes it down, defends it for years and years and centuries, etc. in public, it is almost impossible for that religious body to admit that they made a mistake....."

Yes, Dr. Taylor, and this is why it is imperative for every individual to carefully examine every issue and not simply say, "Well, the church has said....."

When Paul said, "Prove all things, hold fast that which is good", he included his own statements of faith. And commended the Bereans who "search the scriptures daily, whether (what Paul said) was so."

So, as I said in the beginning, if you don't believe in the testimony of EGW and how she interpreted the bible, hit the road. She is the "classic" SDA and non-negotiable in her definition of what SDA's believe. Just as Paul is of the Christian faith. Those who reject Paul soon reject Christanity. Or, try to twist Paul to say what he did not.