The Advocate contained Ellen White's articles for denominational periodical focusing on specific reform movements or regional concerns. This publication addressed: health reform advocacy, temperance principles, institutional development, regional mission progress, and practical Christian living. Articles combined spiritual counsel with practical reform advocacy, theological foundation with contemporary application, and universal principles with specific situations. The Advocate served communication function while advancing particular aspects of denominational mission. White's contributions demonstrated how prophetic ministry engaged contemporary issues while maintaining biblical foundations. This historical periodical shows denominational work's multifaceted nature—combining evangelism with social reform, spiritual ministry with practical benevolence.
Church members historically, reform movement students, those understanding denominational advocacy work, and believers seeing faith's practical applications.