A third of congregations in North America are not baptizing a single person each year. Why are churches struggling? What is a disciple and how can churches make disciples?

Editorial - Plunge into the joy of evangelism — Robert Costa

9 days ago 3m 57s

A powerful testimony of how Leidy Gómez, director of citizen services in the Ibagué mayor’s office in Colombia, wanted the local administration to keep collaborating with the Seventh-day Adventist Church in the region.

Discerning signs of the times in the context of Matthew 16:2, 3 — Christopher Kabwe Mukuka

16 days ago 10m 12s

There are many erroneous interpretations of scripture pertaining to end time events. How can we properly discern the signs of the times in the context of Matthew 16:2, 3?

Sarah: Matriarch by God’s grace — Elizabeth Ostring

21 days ago 16m 43s

Why is Sarah mentioned by Isaiah in the context of a return to true worship, with promised deliverance and comfort? Sarah’s story is an example of God’s grace to all people, especially those weak and denigrated.

The authority of prophets — Gerhard Pfandl

24 days ago 13m 34s

Why did God not include all inspired books in the canon? What is the authority of canonical prophets and the noncanonical prophets? What authority have the writings of Ellen G. White in the church today? Why read Ellen White's writings?

When Jesus confesses your name — Daniel K. Bediako

28 days ago 17m 1s

Did Jesus mention anything about the pre-Advent judgement? What does Jesus’ confession of believers’ names have to do with the pre-Advent judgement?

Revival and Reformation - The authentic prayer — A. Jane Sabes

1 month ago 6m 12s

We regularly refer to “Our Father which art in heaven . . .” as the Lord’s Prayer, but what can we learn about the authentic prayer of Jesus with His Father in John 17?

The complexities of unity: A brief analysis of 1 Corinthians 11:17–34 — Eliezer A. Graterol

May 9th, 2024 12m 51s

This article examines the profound issues within the Corinthian church, particularly the division and quarrels evident in the practice of the Lord’s Supper, as meticulously addressed by Paul in 1 Corinthians 11:17–34.

Editorial - A great day—every day — Ramon J. Canals

May 6th, 2024 5m 18s

Pastoral realities may preclude each day from being beautiful. Here are three practical steps that can ensure positivity and fulfillment—every day.

Pastor’s Pastor - Words of encouragement: The impact of an experienced pastor’s words — Ramon J. Canals

Apr 30th, 2024 5m 50s

As pastors, what kind of impact do our words have? A personal experience that shows the immense power of words spoken on time.

A minister with caleber — Petronio M. Genebago

Apr 25th, 2024 8m 36s

Caleb demonstrated incredible leadership. What can we learn from his focus, faithfulness, and fitness?

From calling to retirement: Memories of a retired pastor — Roberval Moura Marinho

Apr 22nd, 2024 11m 10s

Stories and testimonies from a wonderful career of medical missionary work in the Amazonas, as well as lessons learned along the way.

Seven things pastors should know about their retirees — Bruce Manners

Apr 18th, 2024 14m 18s

Seven points to help you understand retirees in your congregation(s) as well as help you plan and prepare wisely for your own retirement.

Out the other side: The unique challenge of endings in ministry — Silvia Purdie

Apr 15th, 2024 16m 1s

This article identifies four reasons ministry transition can be uniquely challenging, together with four biblical themes that enable us to grow “out the other side” of endings.

A prophet with burnout syndrome — Wagner Augusto V. Aragão and Rubenita de Oliveira Xavier Aragão

Apr 9th, 2024 10m 52s

Four truths from Elijah’s experiences and what pastors can learn from this. A five-step plan that can help the pastors prevent burnout syndrome.

Editorial - Both-and — Jeffrey O. Brown

Apr 5th, 2024 5m 12s

What should we be focused on: Justice or judgement? Prayer or action? Meditation or agitation? Spiritual transformation or social reformation?

The Apocrypha: Their relevance to biblical studies and pastoral ministry — Davidson Razafiarivony

Mar 28th, 2024 9m 47s

This article assesses the value and use of the Apocrypha in biblical studies and pastoral ministry.

Jesus: What’s in a name? — Steven Thompson

Mar 25th, 2024 22m 40s

The name Jesus is derived from the Greek form of the Hebrew name Joshua. What did that name mean to the contemporaries of Jesus? What message did it communicate? How can we draw on its meaning and message to benefit those to whom we minister?

A Puritan idea of the great controversy: Thomas Tillam and Sabbath at the last days — Donny Chrissutianto

Mar 21st, 2024 13m 4s

How long have the concepts of the Sabbath and the great controversy been around? How is the Sabbath linked to the great controversy?

Why must Satan be released? — Kayle B. de Waal

Mar 18th, 2024 14m 31s

We would expect that Satan would be exposed and then immediately annihilated after all the drama in Revelation. But he's not. Why must Satan be set free after the millennium?

Revival and Reformation - The vacation paradox — David Buruchara

Mar 14th, 2024 6m 13s

Why do we sometimes feel like we need a vacation after a vacation? What kind of rest does Jesus offer the tired worker?

Anointing the sick: Revisiting a misunderstood service — Kim Papaioannou

Mar 11th, 2024 13m 51s

Is anointing only for the sick and dying? What qualifies someone to be anointed? Does anointing guarantee healing? What power lies in anointing?

Editorial - How the clinical pastoral education program has been a blessing to me — Gary A. Buddoo-Fletcher

Mar 7th, 2024 5m 6s

Gary A. Buddoo-Fletcher reflects on the effectiveness and benefits of clinical pastoral education (CPE) in his pastoral ministry.

The concubine and the Levite? Really? — Jeff Scoggins

Feb 27th, 2024 14m 57s

The account of the Levite and the concubine demonstrates devastation. What redeeming value can we get from this sordid account that appears in the Word of God?