What makes baptism special? The water is not special or magical. There is no special prayer over the water itself, but a symbolic meaning and an unyielding faith in God. #Shorts #YouTubeShorts To watch the full video, paste this link into your browser: https://youtu.be/3xdUv4zIsqg?si=RAG-a2GS_1prb8Dh. Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yzOSD7d0F5g
Where Is Jesus Now That He’s Completed His Ministry on Earth? #short
What do we mean when we say Jesus rose from the dead and is alive today? Where in Heaven is He? Does it matter? We think it does. For the full video about the 24th Fundamental Belief, “Christ’s Ministry in the Heavenly Sanctuary,” paste this link into your browser: https://youtu.be/V6bIYsEMgU8 Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S0rUVXKuRV0
Tuesday: Waiting and Mission
Daily Lesson for Tuesday 7th of November 2023
Luke 24:1-53 ends with Jesus’ ascension into heaven (Luke 24:1-53:50–53). But that is not the end of the story. The author, Luke, continues, writing the book of Acts. Just before Jesus ascended to heaven, He gave the disciples a mission, a promise, and immediate instructions to wait in Jerusalem for “power from on high” (Luke 24:1-53:49; see also Acts 1:4-8).
Jesus instructed the disciples to wait in Jerusalem until He fulfilled His promise to send the Promise of the Father (the Holy Spirit), who would empower them to be witnesses in Jerusalem, Judea, Samaria, and beyond.
Read Acts 1:12-26. What were the disciples, now numbering around 120 men and women, doing while they were waiting?
Jesus had given the disciples a clear mission: they were to be witnesses for Him to the world. So, while they waited, they prepared for their mission in two ways. First, Luke says they continued in united prayer and supplication. There was no question in any of their minds about what the mission was that Jesus had given them, and they had each accepted that mission. This inspired them to unite in prayer. Luke does not share what they were praying about, but it is most certain they were praying for wisdom, strength, and courage to fulfill the mission together. What an example for us.
The second thing they did while they waited was to prepare logistically for their mission. Judas had handed Jesus over for execution and then taken his own life. This had left a vacancy among the twelve. So, as they waited, the disciples sought God’s guidance and selected a replacement. In effect, the disciples were organizing themselves and planning the start of their mission. In the making of these decisions, Peter played a leadership role. No one challenged his move; they all saw God’s wisdom in it. There was an understanding and a trust that God was acting and working and moving in their midst. Their time of waiting was not idle but was filled with purpose and mission-driven action.
While we wait for the outpouring of the Holy Spirit to help us complete the great mission of God, we must unite to encourage each other (Hebrews 10:24-25), praying for God’s Holy Spirit. Also, we should be aligning ourselves and our church with God’s priority—the saving of the lost.
How can you learn to wait upon the Lord and not lose faith in the meantime? Meanwhile, while waiting, how can you best use your time, as the disciples did here?
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AWR360° Madagascar – An Unexpected Celebrity Pt.04
AWR360° Madagascar – An Unexpected Celebrity Pt.04 #AWR #Evangelism # Madagascar #Celeb #Unexpected #short Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xMayZP6WcnM
SATIRE: Chuck Norris Converts to Adventism, Turns World Vegetarian
HOLLYWOOD, California — Mere days after famed martial arts action movie star Chuck Norris announced his conversion to Seventh-day Adventism, vegetarianism has spread like wildfire as the diet of choice around the world. The World Health Organization (WHO) reports that due to Norris’s new convictions and now vegetarian lifestyle, a meatless diet has been adopted […] Source: https://atoday.org/satire-chuck-norris-converts-to-adventism-turns-world-vegetarian/
El modelo de iglesias amigables se expande en Interamerica
La División Interamericana (DIA) está presenciando el surgimiento de nuevas congregaciones adventistas, llamadas “Iglesias Amigables”, según un artículo reciente de Noticias de la DIA. A diferencia de las iglesias adventistas tradicionales, estas iglesias no muestran logos o símbolos distintivos, y sus cultos no siguen el formato convencional. La iniciativa, que comenzó en 2021, pretende conectar […] Source: https://atoday.org/el-modelo-de-iglesias-amigables-se-expande-en-interamerica/
The Great Controversy | The Invisible Battle and the Light of Faith (The Cosmic Conflict)
The initial chapters of the book of Job provide us insight into two different realities that appear seemingly detached but are deeply interconnected: the earthly and the heavenly sphere. Initially, Job’s life on earth is portrayed as harmonious and full of blessings. However, the focus suddenly shifts to a scene beyond human sight, to the heavens, to an arena of cosmic confrontation.
In these verses, an incredibly profound cosmic conflict is revealed. It’s a confrontation between God and one of His created beings, Satan. A confrontation presented to us with an unusual openness and challenging tone. Satan, rebellious and scornful, questions Job’s faith. The heavenly scene becomes a place of conflict where questions of faith and loyalty are challenged.
It’s hard to imagine a creature daring such a challenge in the presence of God. Yet, a deeper truth is unveiled here, one that runs through the entire Bible—the great battle between good and evil, light and darkness.
This invisible battle directly affects earthly events. It not only explains the tragedies and suffering on earth but also God’s plan for redemption. This conflict is the key to understanding why Jesus died on the cross for us. It’s the answer to why evil exists in a world seemingly created by God.
In our daily reality, we may not be aware of this invisible confrontation. Yet, this book and other parts of the Bible bring this reality of the cosmic conflict to our attention. It reminds us that behind the visible events in our lives, there exists a larger context—a battle between good and evil that impacts us, even if we do not directly perceive it.
Amid this invisible battle, we can, however, look towards the light of faith. It is the belief in God’s goodness and mercy that gives us hope in the midst of this conflict. It reminds us that God is at work to defeat evil, offering us hope and redemption.
May this knowledge encourage us to remain steadfast in our faith, cling to God’s promises, and walk in the light of faith, even when the invisible battle becomes apparent to us.
May God’s grace and guidance assist us in this battle of faith.
Lesson 6 Motivation and Preparation for Mission – 6.2 A Prophetic Foundation
The passage in Luke 24:36-49 is indeed crucial in deepening the apostles’ understanding of what happened with Jesus and His message. Here, they not only gain certainty about the resurrection of Jesus but also understand the connection between the prophetic foundations and His work, which should strengthen their mission and proclamation.
Knowledge of the prophecies pointing to the first and second comings of Christ is of great importance to Christians. Firstly, they make it clear that Jesus did not appear in history by chance but that His coming had long been foreseen in God’s plan. This strengthens faith and reveals divine continuity and providence in history.
Especially in the end times, the prophecies are significant as they help us recognize the signs of the times and understand the significance of current events in light of biblical prophecies. This understanding is crucial for shaping the mission effectively as it establishes the faith and message of Christians on a solid foundation. It helps to recognize the urgency of proclaiming the gospel in a world working towards the fulfillment of these prophecies.
Furthermore, understanding the prophecies enables Christians to maintain hope in the second coming of Christ and prepare for eternity. It reminds us that ultimately, God’s plan for the redemption of the world will be fulfilled, and believers can be part of this redemptive plan.
Overall, the knowledge of the prophecies and their understanding is crucial for the mission as it strengthens faith, illustrates the urgency of the message, and prepares believers to proclaim the gospel in a world awaiting the fulfillment of God’s promises.
Salmo 119:152 – Lunedì 6 novembre 2023
“Da lungo tempo conosco le tue testimonianze che hai stabilite in eterno”. Salmo 119:152 Meditazione giornaliera Apri la porta del tuo cuore, autori vari, Anna Claudia Mele. Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D9IvmFmw684
6: Motivation and Preparation for Mission – Singing with Inspiration
“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.
Just as the Memory Text tells us of the words spoken to the disciples while Jesus was with them, we are able to request
Lord, Speak to Me – Hymn 541 so that we are equipped to
Go, Preach My Gospel – Hymn 378.
The joys the followers of Jesus had at the resurrection morning are in
Christ The Lord Is Risen Today – Hymn 166 so that we are enabled to
Go, Preach My Gospel – Hymn 378 and
Go Forth, Go Forth With Christ – Hymn 377 “To Share The Good News” (Sunday).
Our request on Monday is
Lord, I Have Made Thy Word My Choice – Hymn 278 so bless that I may be “grounded firm and deep in the Savior’s love” in
Hymn 534 – Will Your Anchor Hold? (chorus).
As with the disciples awaiting the Holy Spirit to descend on them, we may say
At First I Prayed for Light – Hymn 488 and now ask
Come, Holy Spirit – Hymn 269. The story of the outpouring of the Holy Spirit is given further to us on Wednesday.
To be a disciple for our Lord Jesus today, it is wise to
Seek Ye First The Kingdom – Hymn 224 and grow in the love of Jesus to then
Go, Preach My Gospel – Hymn 378.
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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