Global Trends of Church Member Visitation
How often have you received a visit from your Pastor? Do you visit other church members? Do you enjoy spending time with other church members? Maybe you study the Bible together or maybe you just…
Global Views on Utilizing Christ’s Method
When Jesus was on earth, He was not afraid to engage with people in a personal way. Before trying to convert them or persuade them to turn from their sin, He got down on their…
Disabilities and the Seventh-day Adventist Church
For much of its history, the Seventh-day Adventist Church has been committed to reaching every corner of the world with the good news of Jesus Christ, regardless of geographic location, language, or lifestyle. (Read more…
Do Young People Apply Spiritual Lessons to their Daily Life?
These inspiring words written by the apostle Paul to the church in Corinth are a motto of every disciple of Christ. But what does it take to become His letter “known and read” (2 Cor.…
Pathfinders’ Views on Salvation: Grace or Works?
The Adventist Church is founded upon 28 Fundamental Beliefs; these beliefs are intended to be adopted and internalized by all members of the Church. One important belief regards salvation, it reads: In infinite love and…
Pathfinders’ Views of Their Longevity Within the Adventist Church
Today we examine trends and specific factors that influence young people as they look forward to a lifetime commitment to the Church. Are there specific things we could do to keep our young people from…
Worldwide Views on Alcohol, Tobacco, and Drug Use
In our last blog on healthful living, we examined how Adventists around the world accept the Seventh-day Adventist standards of a healthy diet and their belief that our bodies are the temple of the Holy…
My Body is the Temple of the Holy Spirit – Global Views on Healthful Living
Adventists are well known for their emphasis on health. In fact, health is built into the Seventh-day Adventist Church’s Fundamental Beliefs. The Fundamental Belief number 22 states that: Additionally, Ellen G. White wrote extensively on…
Using the Internet and Mobile Devices for Spiritual Growth
In this world of technology access to Bible study plans, Sabbath School quarterlies, devotionals, and other faith growing opportunities is only a button click away. It is easy to listen to the Bible while driving…
A Mother’s Influence on Spiritual Formation
Mothers. Where would we be without them? The obvious answer is, “We wouldn’t exist!” But in a deeper sense, mothers do so much more than merely give us life. They have the potential to shape…