"Again, I was shown Martin Luther, whom God raised up to do a special work. His mind was starving for something sure upon which to build his hope that God would be his Father, and heaven his home. The new and precious light which dawned upon him from the word of God was of priceless value, and he thought that if he went forth with it, he could convince the world. He stood up against the ire of a fallen church, and strengthened those who with him were feasting upon the rich truths contained in the word of God. Luther was God's chosen instrument to tear off the garb of hypocrisy from the papal church, and expose her corruption. He raised his voice zealously, and in the power of the Holy Spirit rebuked the existing sins of the leaders of the people. Proclamations went forth to kill him wherever he might be found; he seemed left to the mercies of a superstitious people who were obedient to the head of the Roman church. Yet he counted not his life dear unto himself." {1T 372.1} “The Reformation did not, as many suppose, end with Luther. It is to be continued to the close of this world's history. From that time to this, new light has been continually shining upon the Scriptures, and new truths have been constantly unfolding." {GC 148.4}