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28 November 2023 | In 2017, Andrews University created a new Vice President for Diversity and Inclusion position for the campus (later changed to VP for University Culture & Inclusion), hiring Michael Nixon for the job after a two-month formal search process. When Nixon left the position in July 2023, the university replaced it with […] Source: https://atoday.org/andrews-university-replaces-vice-president-for-university-culture-and-inclusion-position/
This week, ASTR Director, David Trim, and Encyclopedia of Seventh-day Adventists’ editor, Dr. Dragoslava Santrac, discuss shorthand reporting.
Discover how this reporting method has helped past historians keep the story of the Church alive throughout the years. Also, find out what took place during This Week in Adventist History!
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Daily Lesson for Wednesday 29th of November 2023
Read Matthew 19:16-22. What lessons can we learn from this story, in which, in contrast to Nicodemus, a person did not accept Jesus?
Jesus’ interaction with the rich young ruler shows just how dangerous a trap wealth can be. Look at these words: “And again I say to you, it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich man to enter the kingdom of God” (Matthew 19:24, NKJV). This, of course, does not mean the rich cannot be saved, but only that, if these people are not careful, their riches can truly be an impediment to salvation.
In the end, the rich and the poor face the same fate: the grave. This means that the rich are in as desperate need of salvation as is anyone else. Whatever else money can buy, it cannot buy an exemption from death. That exemption comes only as a gift, offered freely by Jesus to whoever will claim it by faith. “ ‘I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me, though he may die, he shall live’ ” (John 11:25, NKJV).
Read Luke 19:1-10. What made the difference in this story, in contrast to the one about the rich young ruler?
Zacchaeus responded to Jesus in a way that, unfortunately, the rich young ruler didn’t. Notice, Jesus didn’t tell Zacchaeus to sell what he had and give to the poor, as He did to the rich young ruler. Jesus must have known just how tied to his money the rich ruler was, which was why Jesus said what He did to him. In contrast, though we don’t know all that was spoken when Jesus was in his house, Zacchaeus obviously was convicted by Jesus and knew that he had to make some changes in his life, especially as it related to his wealth.
“ ‘For what profit is it to a man if he gains the whole world, and loses his own soul? Or what will a man give in exchange for his soul?’ ” (Matthew 16:26, NKJV). What should these words say to us all?
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Matthew 21:22 – "If you believe, you will receive whatever you ask for in prayer." Tag someone in need of prayer and kindly share your prayer requests here. https://bit.ly/3GdFXpR Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fskPwOdV17k
Dear Adventist Today Reader, Today, on #GivingTuesday2023, we at Adventist Today are asking for your support to continue providing accessible, independent journalism to the global Adventist community. In an Adventist media landscape where transparency and meaningful dialogue are sometimes elusive, AT believes that open communication is essential for a healthy church. We are committed to […] Source: https://atoday.org/today-is-givingtuesday-support-independent-accessible-journalism-at-adventist-today/
At the 45th International Book Fair in Zagreb, Croatia, Životi Zdravlje (“Life and Health”) magazine began a year-long celebration of its centennial. The festivities commenced with a special panel dis…… Source: https://adventist.news/en/news/zivoti-zdravlje-celebrates-100-years
Busi Khumalo, director of Youth Ministries, shares important insights about mentoring youth. As youth leaders, it’s crucial to maintain integrity by being childlike and Christlike, but not childish. Busi explains the difference and the significance of mentorship in this episode. For the full episode, copy and paste this link into your browser: https://youtu.be/VdeO-_DLZSI Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ed0DSGFeqfI
“God’s Mission – My Mission” consistently points us to our Gracious God and how He wishes us to portray what He has done for us. In response we will reach out to others:
Hymn 573 – I’ll Go Where You Want Me To Go, Dear Lord, hence our theme hymn. This is in response to
So Send I You – Hymn 573.
There are powerful people on this earth in our post-Biblical time, but above all we are able to say:
I Sing The Mighty Power of God – Hymn 88.
It is beautiful to see that Daniel was able to be
“Standing By A Purpose True – Hymn 497 in our old hymnal pre-1985.
We learn clearly
I Need Thee Every Hour – Hymn 483 and
Hymn 484 – I Need Thee Precious Jesus
“The powerful people in the Bible who came to Jesus for help surely sensed that He cared for them”. We may still have questions with all the tragedies of this old world around us and ask
Does Jesus Care? – Hymn 181 and our answers come in
Hymn 99 – God Will Take Care Of You.
So, dear people, be encouraged to go forward so that we and all our friends and neighbors will be rejoicing
When We All Get To Heaven – Hymn 633.
To learn unknown hymns, you will find the accompaniment music for each one at: https://sdahymnals.com/Hymnal/
Another great resource is for when there is a hymn you wish to sing but can’t find it in your hymnal. Go to https://www.sdahymnal.org/Search and in the search bar type a special word in that is in the hymn. I am sure you will be amazed at the help you will be given.
2 Timothy 2:15 KJV – “Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.”
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What does it mean that our body is a temple of the Holy Spirit? One of the last areas we think of when it comes to stewardship is our health and our bodies. Our bodies are a system created by a Divine Creator and He gives us everything we need to keep them working well. Listen to this video and gain inspiration and confidence around your health today. Highlights: Wisdom from scripture and Ellen White about wholistic health for the mind, body, and spirit. To follow along with the daily readings, click here: https://stewardship.adventist.org/stewardship-sabbath-materials Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CvuIkHRjuXs
27 November 2023 | Catherine Bea (“Kit”) Watts Obituary- (December 5, 1943-November 15, 2023) Written by Pat Benton, representing Kit’s Family & Friends Group Catherine Bea (“Kit”) Watts was born to Carl B. and Lois May (Shepherdson) Watts in Topeka, Kansas, on December 5, 1943. The family lived in the Midwest until the summer of […] Source: https://atoday.org/kit-watts-family-friends-group-shares-official-obituary/
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