Pathfinders: Training Our Leaders
To know wisdom and instruction, to understand words of insight, to receive instruction in wise dealing, in righteousness, justice, and equity; to give prudence to the simple, knowledge and discretion to the youth—Let the wise…
Pathfinders: Less About Achievement, More About Fun
Only be careful, and watch yourselves closely so that you do not forget the things your eyes have seen or let them fade from your heart as long as you live. Teach them to your…
A Global Look at Wholistic Health Sermons and Tobacco Use
World No Tobacco Day is celebrated each year on May 31. This special day, organized by the World Health Organization (WHO), informs the public on the dangers of using tobacco, the business practices of tobacco…
Love and Care in the Global Adventist Church
By this all people will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another. – John 13:35 (ESV) Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ…
Worldwide Participation in Communion
Participating in communion is an important time of remembrance and reflection for Adventists. The 28 Fundamental Beliefs share just why this practice is so important: The Lord’s Supper is a participation in the emblems of…
A Snapshot of Local Church Involvement: Holding a Church Office
Those in the church who have sufficient talent to engage in any of the various vocations of life, such as teaching, building, manufacturing, and farming, generally should be prepared to labor for the upbuilding of…
The Link Between Health and Eschatology: Part 2
In our last blog, we examined how members around the world adhere to distinctive Adventist beliefs—specifically, maintaining a vegetarian/vegan lifestyle and their agreement with specific Adventist eschatological beliefs. Yet, have you ever considered that there…
Church Locations of the Global Survey Participants: What do These Data Mean? Part 2
Does a church’s location impact its outreach into the community—specifically to non-Adventists? Could it affect how Adventist church members interact with people outside the church walls, how they form friendships, and how much they serve…
Are Adventists Happy and Grateful People?
The apostle Paul told us to rejoice always, in good times and difficult circumstances. Are we taking these words to heart? If so, does that make us happier and more grateful people? The Global Church…
My Church and its Reputation in Community, Part 2
The apostle John depicted a scene about heaven in the book of Revelation that made one thing very clear: the people group in heaven will be as diverse as the world’s population. God asked us…