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Trends Facing Sda Spiritual Leaders, Stan Patterson
Trends Facing Sda Spiritual Leaders, Stan Patterson
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"Neighbor" Is A Verb, Tom Shepherd
Toward A Theology Of Beauty, Jo Ann Davidson
Toward A Theology Of Beauty, Jo Ann Davidson
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The natural world exhibits God’s artistic nature. Though God designed and appointed the great beauty of both the desert sanctuary and the Jerusalem temple, He insists that the exquisite lily from His own hand is still more beautiful than the greatest artistic manifestation from Solomon’s time (Luke 12:27). Thus it is not surprising that both the Old and New Testaments include rejoicing over the beauty of the created world. The poetic Psalter, along with many biblical books, brim with praise for the Creator and His creation. Accordingly, we are instructed that the study of the natural world can aid in …
Dealing With Doctrinal Issues In The Church: Part 3, Richard M. Davidson, Paul S. Ratsara
Dealing With Doctrinal Issues In The Church: Part 3, Richard M. Davidson, Paul S. Ratsara
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The 1888 Minneapolis Bible conference exemplifies using wrong attitudes to deal with doctrinal controversy. In contrast to the 1888 debacle, the 1848 and the 1855 conferences exemplify right approaches toward dealing with controversial issues in the church. These illustrate the principle that the key toward dealing with controversial subjects in the church is a personal relationship with God.
Using "The Joseph Smith Papers" In The Classroom, Kenneth L. Alford Ph.D.
Using "The Joseph Smith Papers" In The Classroom, Kenneth L. Alford Ph.D.
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This article discusses how several discoveries made by the research team at the Joseph Smith Papers (josephsmithpapers.org) can be shared in LDS teaching situations, such as seminary, institute, family home evening, and sunday school. Specific examples are shared from D&C 1, 4, 20, 21, 23, 29, 30, 39, 40, 41, 74, 94, 97, 104 and 107. Summary tables also compare section heading information from the 1981 D&C, the 2013 D&C, and the various early Church revelatory books.
Book Review Of Eat That Frog: 21 Great Ways To Stop Procrastinating And Get More Done In Less Time, By Tracy, B. (2007, 2nd Ed.), Stan Patterson, Michael Adomako
Book Review Of Eat That Frog: 21 Great Ways To Stop Procrastinating And Get More Done In Less Time, By Tracy, B. (2007, 2nd Ed.), Stan Patterson, Michael Adomako
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No abstract provided.
Interview With Richard Blackaby: Reflections On Spiritual Leadership, Leadership, Stan Patterson
Interview With Richard Blackaby: Reflections On Spiritual Leadership, Leadership, Stan Patterson
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Dr. Richard Blackaby is the president of Blackaby Ministries International and has written or co-authored with his father 23 books, including Spiritual Leadership: Moving People on to God’s Agenda and Experiencing God. He and his wife, Lisa, make their home in Greenville, South Carolina. There has been so much—some would say too much—written on the subject of leadership during the last decade. Much of this work has influenced leadership behaviors and practices in the context of Christian organizations, but relatively little has emerged from the Christian context that has had the lasting impact of the book Spiritual Leadership: Moving People …
Book Review Of Resolving Everyday Conflict, By Sande, K., Johnson, K. (2011), Stanley E. Patterson, Fenades Obinchu
Book Review Of Resolving Everyday Conflict, By Sande, K., Johnson, K. (2011), Stanley E. Patterson, Fenades Obinchu
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No abstract provided.
Up The Down Path: Power, Ambition, And Spiritual Leadership, Stan Patterson
Up The Down Path: Power, Ambition, And Spiritual Leadership, Stan Patterson
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No abstract provided.
Adventists And Ecumenism, Nicholas P. Miller
Adventists And Ecumenism, Nicholas P. Miller
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A careful study of Seventh-day Adventist history and teachings will show that there is a positive ecumenism and a problematic ecumenism. The positive is about practical, on-the-ground, issue-oriented fellowship, support, and caring between Christians. The negative is a more formal, ideological search for doctrinal and institutional unity.
Moses, The Golden Calf, And False Images Of The True God, Rolf A. Jacobson
Moses, The Golden Calf, And False Images Of The True God, Rolf A. Jacobson
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In Exod 32, the people demanded of Moses, “Make gods for us.” Or did they say, “Make us a god”? Translations differ. In this article, Jacobson argues for the latter, that is, that the issue is not more than one god but a false image of the true God—a sin God’s people continue to perpetuate today.
Exodus And The Authority Of The Written Word, Cameron B. R. Howard
Exodus And The Authority Of The Written Word, Cameron B. R. Howard
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Thoughtful reading of Exodus involves recognizing that a predominantly oral culture lies behind the biblical text. Still, the book also records moments of writing—by both Moses and God. Through this covenantal sharing of reading and writing, God and humanity enter into a relationship of disparate power, but mutual responsibility.
Book Review Of Empowering Laity, Engaging Leaders: Tapping The Root For Ministry, By Susan E. Gillies And M. Ingrid Dvirnak (2012), David Penno
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Phoebe: Was She An Early Church Leader?, Darius Jankiewicz
Phoebe: Was She An Early Church Leader?, Darius Jankiewicz
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The role of Phoebe in early Christianity has been hotly debated throughout the centuries, ranging from views suggesting that her ministry was nothing more than that of a helper (or patron) of the apostolic task, to those ascribing to her a significant ministerial role. As we shall see, this debate often influenced the biblical translations of the Greek words used by Paul to describe the ministry of this remarkable woman. In this article, I will focus on three aspects of Phoebe’s ministry that flow from the text of Romans 16:1, 2: her ministry as a diakonos; her role …
Dealing With Doctrinal Issues In The Church: Part 2, Richard M. Davidson, Paul S. Ratsara
Dealing With Doctrinal Issues In The Church: Part 2, Richard M. Davidson, Paul S. Ratsara
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Acts 15 reveals that the church, inits assembly of representative members, may indeed speak with binding authority upon the whole church, as that authority is based upon the Written Word. This chapter also provides a paradigm for dealing with doctrinal controversy, a paradigm that the Seventh-day Adventist Church may well follow when facing controversial issues.
Focus, Tom Shepherd
Pastoral Stress Management To Maximize Family Function, H. Peter Swanson
Pastoral Stress Management To Maximize Family Function, H. Peter Swanson
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The Argument Of The Order Of Creation In 1 Timothy 2:9-15, Felix H. Cortez
The Argument Of The Order Of Creation In 1 Timothy 2:9-15, Felix H. Cortez
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No abstract provided.
Dealing With Doctrinal Issues In The Church: Part 1, Richard M. Davidson, Paul S. Ratsara
Dealing With Doctrinal Issues In The Church: Part 1, Richard M. Davidson, Paul S. Ratsara
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This series of articles suggests some ground rules for dealing with a potentially divisive theological issue. We begin by looking at the history of doctrinal controversy, both at the beginning of the Christian church and the inception of the Adventist movement, and by learning from the first Christian disciples and from our Adventist pioneers.
Dealing With Doctrinal Issues In The Church: Proposal For Ground Rules, Paul S. Ratsara, Richard M. Davidson
Dealing With Doctrinal Issues In The Church: Proposal For Ground Rules, Paul S. Ratsara, Richard M. Davidson
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We believe in the unity of the church. The church comprises of people from all walks of life and from various backgrounds. While the membership of the church culturally diverse we must preserve its unity under God’s leadership. Unity should not necessarily mean uniformity in the Seventh-day Adventist church. Rather it means oneness of faith, purpose, and practice in Jesus Christ.
Book Review Of The Integrated Church: Authentic Multicultural Ministry, By Tracy M. Lewis Giggetts (2011), David Penno
Book Review Of The Integrated Church: Authentic Multicultural Ministry, By Tracy M. Lewis Giggetts (2011), David Penno
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No abstract provided.
Book Review Of Finding Faithful Elders And Deacons, By Thabiti M. Anyabwile (2012), David Penno
Book Review Of Finding Faithful Elders And Deacons, By Thabiti M. Anyabwile (2012), David Penno
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No abstract provided.
The Scholar And The Word Of God: Reflections On 2 Peter 1:16-21, Thomas Shepherd
The Scholar And The Word Of God: Reflections On 2 Peter 1:16-21, Thomas Shepherd
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The Scriptures are at the center of who we are as a people and as a body of scholars. In handling the Word of God, we are faced with choices that seem to pull us in two directions. On the one hand, faith and conviction call for expressions and actions that are loyal to trusted beliefs and traditions. On the other hand, scholarly methodologies demand objective impartiality and unbiased investigation leading to results that may challenge long held positions. I do not have the illusion that in a short presentation such as this I could even begin to resolve the …
Using Biblical Principles In Working With Victims Of Sex Trafficking, David Sedlacek
Using Biblical Principles In Working With Victims Of Sex Trafficking, David Sedlacek
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This presentation focuses on integrating clinical social work skills and Christian intervention when working with survivors of sex trafficking. Not all victims of sex trafficking are open to a Christian approach. However, there are many that find God in the midst of their trauma, and want to draw closer to Him in a therapeutic experience.
Martin Luther: Marriage And The Family As A Remedy For Sin, Trevor O'Reggio
Martin Luther: Marriage And The Family As A Remedy For Sin, Trevor O'Reggio
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“He Spake And It Was Done”: Luther’S Creation Theology In His 1535 Lectures On Genesis 1:1–2:4, Denis Kaiser
“He Spake And It Was Done”: Luther’S Creation Theology In His 1535 Lectures On Genesis 1:1–2:4, Denis Kaiser
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[Book Review Of] Adventism And Ellen White: A Phenomenon Of Religious Materialism, By Thomas Mcelwain, Denis Kaiser
[Book Review Of] Adventism And Ellen White: A Phenomenon Of Religious Materialism, By Thomas Mcelwain, Denis Kaiser
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Magisterial Reformers And Ordination, P. Gerard Damsteegt
Magisterial Reformers And Ordination, P. Gerard Damsteegt
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The magisterial reformers made a clear break with the Roman Catholic sacramental view of ordination of the clergy. The descendants of Luther and Calvin closely followed the Reformers’ ordination theologies and practice. In this paper we will discuss Luther and Calvin’s ordination theology and practice in the context of their break with the Roman Catholic Church.
Ellen G. White On Biblical Hermeneutics, P. Gerard Damsteegt
Ellen G. White On Biblical Hermeneutics, P. Gerard Damsteegt
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Most of Ellen G. White’s life was spent in the nineteenth century as the foundation of the modern historical-critical method of Bible interpretation was being laid. She frequently commented on the importance of the Bible to our lives and how to interpret it. When the church was faced with difficult issues she successfully guided it, always appealing to Bible principles. This paper attempts to bring together Ellen G. White’s views on the objectives, principles, and methods for interpreting Scripture in order to discover the truth about God’s teachings and practices in the Bible.
Should Women Be Ordained?, P. Gerard Damsteegt
Should Women Be Ordained?, P. Gerard Damsteegt
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This paper will bring out the position on women’s ordination held by the Adventist pioneers and the Seventh-day Adventist church through most of its history, and to which the majority of church members throughout the world still support.