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Growing Up In Adventism: A Sharing Of Some Personal Concerns And Suggestions For Reaching Young People, Michael R. Swenson Jan 2012

Growing Up In Adventism: A Sharing Of Some Personal Concerns And Suggestions For Reaching Young People, Michael R. Swenson

180 Symposium Publications

In this paper I apply the revolving door model and some of the data from Valuegenesis 2 to my personal experiences and observations. I provide suggestions to reclaim Adventist young people in conversation with Malcolm Bull and Keith Lockhart’s work Seeking a Sanctuary, in which they explore the “Revolving Door” model of Adventist faith development and experience. I particularly emphasize the need to accept young people where they are instead of trying to correct their theological views before we develop relationships with them.

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Light At The End Of The Tunnel, Rogelio Paquini Jan 2012

Light At The End Of The Tunnel, Rogelio Paquini

180 Symposium Publications

The Adventist church in North America faces the challenge of reaching the first and second generation of Hispanics simultaneously. Unfortunately, the needs of each generation are different. This reality poses a threat to the future of the Hispanic church. The intention of this chapter is to create awareness of the differences and to suggest practical solutions for the Hispanic church in North America.

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Hispanic Americans In The North American Division, Ricardo Norton Jan 2012

Hispanic Americans In The North American Division, Ricardo Norton

180 Symposium Publications

The author reports descriptive data gathered through surveys collected by mail and when speaking to Hispanic groups around North America. In addition, personal interviews with those who have left the church provided additional data and insights. Hispanic Americans face a challenge with second and third generation Hispanic Americans due to the changes that take place as they assimilate into their new culture while their churches continue to attract new immigrants. Hispanic churches in North America tend to retain immigrants and lose their second and third generation young people. The data doesn’t indicate whether those who leave the Hispanic churches transition …

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Christian Adventism Vs. Cultural Adventism: A First Generation Adventist’S Attempt To Raise Her Fourth Generation Children, J. Renee Miranda Jan 2012

Christian Adventism Vs. Cultural Adventism: A First Generation Adventist’S Attempt To Raise Her Fourth Generation Children, J. Renee Miranda

180 Symposium Publications

Even the best Christian programming, education, and church activities are no substitute for an individual having a saving encounter with Christ, then being discipled and mentored by authentic Christian parents and authentic Christian church leaders. These parents and leaders must show repentance when wrong, process through the struggles of the Christian journey with young people (where appropriate), and love them unconditionally as they express their intrinsic joy in their relationship with Christ and impart truth and precepts to their children. This chapter will assemble information from several books, internet research, and individual interviews in order to establish what is generally …

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If Religion = Restrictive, “I’M Leaving It!” “Well, I’M Changing It!” Say The Two Millennials: Welcome To The Second And Third Generation Rebels, Filip Milosavljevic Jan 2012

If Religion = Restrictive, “I’M Leaving It!” “Well, I’M Changing It!” Say The Two Millennials: Welcome To The Second And Third Generation Rebels, Filip Milosavljevic

180 Symposium Publications

Second and third generation young adult Christians have rebelled against the church of their parents, against the status quo. Therefore, in a simple two-group understanding, they have either left the church altogether or have chosen to cope by personalizing their faith. In response to these two “rebellious” groups, older generations have either pulled in their reigns against apostasy of the latter group or have chosen to exclude the mavericks and forget those considered to be “weak” who have left the ranks. What do leaders do with the alarming statistics regarding those who have left, and what do they do with …

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A Strategic Vision For Reaching U.S. Native Latinos In Chicago, Carmelo Mercado Jan 2012

A Strategic Vision For Reaching U.S. Native Latinos In Chicago, Carmelo Mercado

180 Symposium Publications

Latino evangelism and church planting has traditionally focused on reaching first generation immigrant families from Spanish speaking countries. North American Division statistics demonstrate that the vast majority of Latino baptisms and membership are first generation Latinos. Yet the majority of Latinos in the U.S. are second and third generation, born in the United States. Generational differences make it clear that U.S. born Latinos cannot be reached with the same methods that are typically used with first generation Latinos. Through a partnership with the Seventh-day Adventist conferences in the Chicago area and the Lake Union we are proposing a strategy to …

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What The Church Can And Must Do About Modern Culture, Bjorn Karlman, Milton Marquez Jan 2012

What The Church Can And Must Do About Modern Culture, Bjorn Karlman, Milton Marquez

180 Symposium Publications

Dealing with modern culture can challenge the church. Second and third generation Adventists live in the midst of such a world. This article examines scripture to discover the foundation for how the church should relate to culture. It increases understanding by identifying the important elements of today’s culture. The conclusion shares practical principles to positively help the church deal with modern culture and the people who live in it.

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Worship Preferences And Practices To Reach Second And Third Generation Latinos, Andres Flores Jan 2012

Worship Preferences And Practices To Reach Second And Third Generation Latinos, Andres Flores

180 Symposium Publications

Second and third generation Latinos are the fastest growing population among the largest minority in the United States. Worship and music are a crucial part of their religious experience and spiritual growth. They favor energetic, public worship that is biblically based and passionately led. However, there is a gap between their preferences and perceptions and those of the first generation Latinos who typically lead Hispanic churches. This gap must be bridged for U.S-born Latinos to thrive and develop as disciples of Christ.

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The Crisis Of Reality, Paul Dysinger Jan 2012

The Crisis Of Reality, Paul Dysinger

180 Symposium Publications

In our modern world we are faced with virtual realities on every side. In the realm of faith, young people are offered a virtual Christianity. What makes God real rather than virtual? What is reality? The Word of God expresses and defines what is reality for Christians. It defines a real gospel of power, calling the sinner to repentance, confession, and a turning away from sin. It then offers a real relationship with a real God, transforming our sinful hearts through His character of love.

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God Has No Grandchildren, Steve Case Jan 2012

God Has No Grandchildren, Steve Case

180 Symposium Publications

Biological births create second and third generations. A spiritual birth creates a child of God regardless of that person’s age or relationship to other biological generations. That’s why God has no grandchildren; only children. The second birth may lack obvious, tangible markers. Those who grow up with religious parents might not be able to name a date or place for their own spiritual re-birth. New environments seem more conducive for new-birth experiences. We need additional markers. Complications, misunderstanding, and power plays may arise when the first, second and third generations flatten into one generation called “Children of God.”

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From West To West, Andreas Beccai Jan 2012

From West To West, Andreas Beccai

180 Symposium Publications

This paper deals with the journey of West African Ghanaians to the Western Hemisphere. For the second and third generation, the movement is from immigrant to national. I will explore the challenges and struggles that Seventh-day Adventist parents face in rearing their youth spiritually in an alien culture.

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Some Thoughts On God And Culture: Divine Worldview, Torah As A Philosophy Of Life, And The Possibility Of Transforming Culture, Tiago Arrais Jan 2012

Some Thoughts On God And Culture: Divine Worldview, Torah As A Philosophy Of Life, And The Possibility Of Transforming Culture, Tiago Arrais

180 Symposium Publications

While many seek to make God and Church relevant to a multiplicity of current cultures, the God of Scripture presents a Divine worldview that can function as a timeless philosophy. This enables one to evaluate secular cultures as evil. In Old Testament times, God’s people repeatedly opted for the cultures around them in place of the worldview God offered. In New Testament times, the same Divine worldview is available to the Church. Christian leaders and parents must actively teach the Divine worldview or else the 2nd and 3rd generations will assimilate the evil cultures of their environment.

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An Overview Of The Papers Presented At The 180° Symposium, Steve Case Jan 2012

An Overview Of The Papers Presented At The 180° Symposium, Steve Case

180 Symposium Publications

No abstract provided.

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What About The First Generation?, Steve Case Jan 2012

What About The First Generation?, Steve Case

180 Symposium Publications

No abstract provided.

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Moving In (Immigration), Steve Case Jan 2012

Moving In (Immigration), Steve Case

180 Symposium Publications

No abstract provided.

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Hand Me Down Religion, Steve Case Jan 2012

Hand Me Down Religion, Steve Case

180 Symposium Publications

No abstract provided.

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The Way We Never Were, Steve Case Jan 2012

The Way We Never Were, Steve Case

180 Symposium Publications

No abstract provided.

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The God Of Abraham, Isaac, And Jacob, Steve Case Jan 2012

The God Of Abraham, Isaac, And Jacob, Steve Case

180 Symposium Publications

No abstract provided.

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An Overview Of Additional Chapters, Steve Case Jan 2012

An Overview Of Additional Chapters, Steve Case

180 Symposium Publications

No abstract provided.

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Addressing Second And Third Generation Challenges & Opportunities, Steve Case Jan 2012

Addressing Second And Third Generation Challenges & Opportunities, Steve Case

180 Symposium Publications

No abstract provided.

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Respect And Appreciation Of Culture, Steve Case Jan 2012

Respect And Appreciation Of Culture, Steve Case

180 Symposium Publications

No abstract provided.

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Categorical Preaching, Steven D. Paulson Jan 2012

Categorical Preaching, Steven D. Paulson

Faculty Publications

No abstract provided.

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Hiv/Aids Stigmatization Among Oromo Immigrant Congregations In The Twin Cities : A Call For Biblical And Theological Response, Fikru Andea Eticha Jan 2012

Hiv/Aids Stigmatization Among Oromo Immigrant Congregations In The Twin Cities : A Call For Biblical And Theological Response, Fikru Andea Eticha

Master of Arts Theses

No abstract provided.

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A Future Horizon For A Prophetic Tradition: A Missional, Hermeneuical, And Pastoral Leadership Approach To Education And Black Church Civic Engagement, David L. Everett Jan 2012

A Future Horizon For A Prophetic Tradition: A Missional, Hermeneuical, And Pastoral Leadership Approach To Education And Black Church Civic Engagement, David L. Everett

Doctor of Philosophy Theses

This mixed-methods study performed among six congregations explored how the historical framework, fabric, and focus of the Black Church have changed throughout a modern/postmodern context. An exploratory approach was used to study congregations identified by a 10-person pastoral focus group using methods of interviews and questionnaires. This researcher hypothesized that the social gospel dimensions and prophetic radicalism of the historic Black Church have diminished, but that it might reestablish itself as a pillar in the community through a retrieval of its prophetic voice and social gospel roots which caused it to be missional-minded and civically-engaged. It is anticipated that this …

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Communities Of Creativity: The Role Of Symbols On Youth Formation, Andrew Locke Kellner Jan 2012

Communities Of Creativity: The Role Of Symbols On Youth Formation, Andrew Locke Kellner

Children, Youth, and Family (CYF) Papers

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A Future I Trust In: Identity And Vocation As The Parent-Leader, Karen M. Gieseke Jan 2012

A Future I Trust In: Identity And Vocation As The Parent-Leader, Karen M. Gieseke

Children, Youth, and Family (CYF) Papers

No abstract provided.

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Alive In The Spirit: A Practical, Biblical Insight Into The Person And The Work Of The Holy Spirit, Gene L. Jeffries Jan 2012

Alive In The Spirit: A Practical, Biblical Insight Into The Person And The Work Of The Holy Spirit, Gene L. Jeffries

Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary (1973-2015)

The world is a stage. Yet the principal players are not men and women... The three principal players are the members of the Trinity: God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit. Alive in the Spirit answers questions that many Christians struggle with, including "who is the Holy Spirit, and what does He do?" Gene Jeffries illuminates the role of the Holy Spirit in the Christian life and encourages readers to understand His influence in their lives. Jeffries also explores the role of the Holy Spirit in biblical topics such as speaking in tongues, gifts of the …

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A Missional Theology Of Spiritual Formation, Dwight J. Zscheile Jan 2012

A Missional Theology Of Spiritual Formation, Dwight J. Zscheile

Faculty Publications

No abstract provided.

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Reexamining The Place Of Public Confession Of Sins In A Reformed Context., Matthew John Webber Jan 2012

Reexamining The Place Of Public Confession Of Sins In A Reformed Context., Matthew John Webber

CTS Master of Theology (ThM) Theses

A dangerous tendency plagues the scripturally mandated practice of confession within many mainline Christian churches. The danger is that the theological thrust of the practice has been ignored or compromised in such a way that the manner in which confession is practiced ignores fundamental elements which underlie the need for confession, specifically public confession performed before one's fellow believers. It is especially evident that the confession of one's sins, which once took place in pubic before the ecclesial body, has seen a significant amount of change within the Reformed context. The focus of this essay is to identify the theological …

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The Relationship Of Theology And Culture, Steve Case Jan 2012

The Relationship Of Theology And Culture, Steve Case

180 Symposium Publications

No abstract provided.

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