Closer To Heaven
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I was talking with a communication director from a European union conference. He told me he and his leadership team read Adventist Today to understand what is actually going on across the Adventist world. Not for spin. For clarity. That says something. Even within the system, there is recognition that official channels do not always capture […] Source: https://atoday.org/editorial-the-growing-demand-for-honesty-in-adventism/
Daily Lesson for Sunday 3rd of May 2026
Daniel is one of the great heroes of the Bible. We know the first story too (see Daniel 1:1-21): “Daniel purposed in his heart that he would not defile himself with the portion of the king’s delicacies” (Daniel 1:8, NKJV). Also, to Daniel and his three friends, “God gave them knowledge and skill in all literature and wisdom; and Daniel had understanding in all visions and dreams” (Daniel 1:17, NKJV). The Bible describes Daniel as wise (Daniel 1:20; Daniel 2:14,21,23,48) because the Spirit of God was in him (Daniel 4:9,18; Daniel 5:14; Daniel 6:3), and he was greatly beloved by Heaven (Daniel 9:23, Daniel 10:11). These are some descriptors of a man who had a strong, abiding connection with God.
In Daniel 2:1-49, when King Nebuchadnezzar issued a death decree to all wise men in Babylon, Daniel sought God’s mercy concerning the secret of the king’s dream (Daniel 2:18). When God revealed the king’s dream to Daniel, he immediately prayed.
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As the years passed by and kings rose and fell, Daniel remained an adviser to the kings and was described as distinguished “because an excellent spirit was in him; and the king gave thought to setting him over the whole realm” (Daniel 6:3, NKJV). “He was faithful; nor was there any error or fault found in him” (Daniel 6:4, NKJV). Despite fierce jealousy and evil plotting (Daniel 6:5-9) from his peers, Daniel remained ever constant and fearless in his prayer life.
When faced with difficulty, Daniel prayed. Although the threat was against his life, he was consistent and persistent in prayer (three times every day, as was his custom), and predictable (at his open window three times a day as he prayed toward Jerusalem). His prayer was a physical act (he knelt) and focused on thanksgiving and supplication.
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In light of a story like this, how weak are your excuses for not praying? |
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📖 «La lampada… fa luce a tutti quelli che sono in casa» (Matteo 5:15) Anche la tua vita può portare luce, senza bisogno di mettersi al centro.
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Sometimes the most beautiful growth happens in the dark.
The Queen of the Night blooms unseen—just like God’s work in our lives during quiet seasons. If you’re waiting, don’t lose heart. Your bloom will come.
“Weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning.” — Psalm 30:5 Source: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/5lOXD_R7D-0
by Reinder Bruinsma | 1 May 2026 | It was the time of the judges, around 1200 BCE. Israel did not yet have a king, so when they were troubled by their neighbors, a temporary ruler was called to restore peace and order. God called Gideon, who belonged to the tribe of Manasseh, to deal […] Source: https://atoday.org/is-more-always-more-why-statistics-dont-always-reflect-the-value-of-the-church/
The Seventh-day Adventist Church is a global family with a clear structure and a living mission. Today, we are a world membership of more than 24 million with thousands more people being baptized every day. That pace means thousands choosing Christ each day across continents and cultures. These are not just numbers. They are stories of faith. How is a worldwide family organized so that local churches maintain their identity but move together? The foundation is simple. Local churches are grouped into local conferences or missions. Conferences and missions combine into unions. Unions are grouped into thirteen world divisions that are extensions of the General Conference Headquarters for strategy, accountability, and mission. This framework lets a member in Kingston or Kigali or Kuala Lumpur belong to the same movement while serving a very local neighborhood. The East-Central Africa Division serves twelve countries and reports more than five and a half million members. The Euro-Asia Division stretches across northern Asia and Europe spanning multiple time zones. Inter-America links Mexico, the Caribbean, Central America, and the northern part of South America. Northern Asia-Pacific brings together the Republic of Korea, Japan, Mongolia, Taiwan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka. South America unites eight nations from the Andes to the Amazon. The South Pacific Division includes Australia, Fiji, New Zealand, Vanuatu, and many island nations. Southern Africa-Indian Ocean now reports more than four million members. Trans-European Division includes numerous countries across Northern and Western Europe. West-Central Africa includes twenty-two countries. Jesus said, "you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth" (Acts 1:8, NIV). The church exists for this witness. Thirteen divisions from house churches to university chapels, deserts to islands, and megacities to mountain valleys, the world is very large, yet the call is very close. About the series From the Heart is a weekly devotional series in which Pastor Köhler reflects on what it means to be grounded in the Bible and focused on the mission, collectively and individually. Each episode is grounded in the four pillars of the Seventh-day Adventist Church strategic plan: Communion with God, Identity in Christ, Unity through the Holy Spirit, and Mission for All. The series connects biblical faith to everyday life, sharing short reflections and glimpses of how God is at work through the Adventist Church around the world. Subscribe and join us each week as we live out our faith and prepare for Jesus's return. – The Seventh-day Adventist Church has been an established denomination since 1863. It is a global Christian family with over 23 million members who hold the Bible as the ultimate authority. We are believers committed to helping people understand the Bible to find freedom, healing, and hope in Jesus. Want to learn more about the Seventh-day Adventist Church? Visit our website at: https://www.adventist.org/ Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ki3nGsqsmLA
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