Where can you Find Adventist Research Data? Have you ever been frustrated looking for some reliable figures on the Adventist Church or church-related projects without apparent success? Or have you been searching for some data through articles, surfing through internet pages, or asking those who were supposed to know all the references only to find … Continued
Facebook. WhatsApp. Instagram. Twitter. Each of these social media platforms has its pros and cons, as well as advocates and critics. However, it remains clear that social media is an important part of today’s culture, and it is here to stay. While this seems to be becoming a more well-accepted reality, Adventist researchers wanted to … Continued
Throughout His ministry, Jesus served His Father by loving and caring for those in need. When we consider our relationships with others, do we really love them like Jesus? As part of both the 2013 and 2017-18 Global Church Member Surveys (GCMS), members of the worldwide Seventh-day Adventist Church were asked about how they ranked … Continued
In Hebrews 13:16 (ESV), we are told, “Do not neglect to do good and to share what you have, for such sacrifices are pleasing to God.” How good are you about doing just that? Do you faithfully give tithe and offerings? And, when it comes to the mission offering at your church, how much do … Continued
Into my heart,Into my heart,Come into my heart, Lord Jesus.Come in today.Come in always.Come into my heart, Lord Jesus. Do you remember singing this song when you were little? Or perhaps your little ones sang it when they were in Sabbath School. This song is so simple–it’s just a chorus, really. But in these few … Continued
The Adventist Pastor – A World Survey 2017-18 Seventh-day Adventist Church Leadership Survey World Church Administrators Survey 2013/2014
Consider this passage, found in Romans 5:12-17 (ESV): “Therefore, just as sin came into the world through one man, and death through sin, and so death spread to all men because all sinned—for sin indeed was in the world before the law was given, but sin is not counted where there is no law. Yet … Continued
Is prayer important to you? Do you believe in the power of prayer? Is personal prayer part of your daily life? 2 Chronicles 7:14 (NIRV) says: “But they make themselves low in my sight. They pray and look to me. And they turn from their evil ways. Then I will listen to them from heaven. I will forgive their sin. And I will heal their land. After all, they are my people.” Let us find out how important prayer is to our Adventist church members.
Leadership style varies among leaders of all types, and pastors are not an exception. Here are some examples, you may recognize yourself or your pastor in these snapshots. Fred is a pastor of a small, country church. He is chair of the church board, as well as the only person on staff. He takes care … Continued
Church buildings and congregations come in all shapes and sizes. What does your church look like? Do you attend a smaller congregation or a larger congregation? Are you satisfied with your local church? Today’s blog looks at different church sizes and explores the impact of church size on church life and satisfaction.
For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them. (Matthew 18:20 NIV) Those who were raised in homes where family worship was a priority, most likely have sweet memories of singing songs about Jesus, engaging in Bible study, and praying together with their family. There’s no doubt that family worship … Continued