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Después de más de un siglo de ministerio en Sri Lanka, la Iglesia Adventista del Séptimo Día ha recibido el reconocimiento oficial del Gobierno como iglesia cristiana, un logro que, según sus líderes, reforzará la situación jurídica de la iglesia y ampliará las oportunidades para la misión. Según un artículo publicado en la página web […] Source: https://atoday.org/gobierno-de-sri-lanka-reconoce-a-la-iglesia-adventista-del-septimo-dia/
Everyone should have a will, and for many families, a trust is worth considering too. Planning today can bring peace of mind for tomorrow. Learn more or get started with estate and legacy planning: https://www.amazingfacts.org/estate-and-legacy-planning/ Source: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/oXcMwkPa79Y
Sheila’s life was falling apart. Years of addiction, despair, and hopelessness had left her feeling like there was no reason to keep going. But then, through Amazing Facts, she found the truth of God’s Word—and everything changed.
Today, Sheila’s life is filled with peace and purpose. Wanting others to experience that same hope, she’s chosen to make a lasting difference through a legacy gift to Amazing Facts. Her story is a reminder that when God transforms a life, that light can shine for eternity. Learn more at https://mylegacy.amazingfacts.org/?pageID=166 Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SKq1TNSZeAQ
15 July 2026 | Why did intelligent Christians believe spectacular frauds? John Todd, Mike Warnke, and Alberto Rivera exploited fear, prophecy, and secret knowledge—and became extraordinarily popular among conservative Christians. Even Adventists got on the bandwagon, passing out their tapes and going to their lectures. Does our desire to decode the end times make Adventists […] Source: https://atoday.org/atss-matthew-lucio-christian-conspiracies-frauds/
Still awake?
July 15, 2026
More Than Just Names
Matthew 1:1–6“This is the record of the genealogy of Jesus Christ, the son of David, the son of Abraham.”
Matthew 1:1
Let’s be honest.
When you see a list of names in the Bible, do you read it or turn the page?
Many people skip genealogies.
They seem boring.
And yet the New Testament begins with one.
Why?
Because God wants us to understand something:
Jesus did not simply appear in this world one day.
His coming had been prepared for centuries.
Every name tells part of this story.
Abraham reminds us of God’s promise.
David reminds us of the king whose descendant the Messiah would be.
And in between?
People with strengths.
People with weaknesses.
People who trusted God.
And others who made serious mistakes.
Even so, God wrote His story with them.
That gives us hope.
Because God does not wait for perfect people.
He writes His story with people who are willing to trust Him.
Perhaps you sometimes think:
“I am not good enough.”
Then look at the genealogy of Jesus.
You will not find perfect heroes there.
You will find people who needed God’s grace.
Just like us.
And that is exactly why the Gospel begins with a list of names.
It tells us about a God who keeps His promises, generation after generation.
Think About ItIf God wrote history with imperfect people, why should He not also work through you?
PrayerDear Father,
thank You that You are not looking for perfect people.
Thank You that Your grace is greater than my mistakes.
Help me trust You and find my place in Your story.
I want to place my life in Your hands.
Amen.
Sleep well.
Your loving Father is also writing a story with your life.
See you tomorrow.
Source: https://fulfilleddesire.net/%f0%9f%8c%99-still-awake-07-15-2026-%f0%9f%8c%b3-more-than-just-names/
15 juillet 2026 | Certains jours, on a moins l’impression de marcher aux côtés de Jésus que d’être traînés derrière un chariot. On a prié. On a essayé. On s’est même abstenus de corriger la théologie de quelqu’un sur Internet. Et pourtant… nous voilà. Fatigués, découragés, et nous demandant si la foi est censée être […] Source: https://atoday.org/vous-netes-pas-en-train-de-vous-effondrer/
Ne abbiamo parlato con la psicologa Deborah Giombarresi in un episodio di BenEssere dedicato al #burnout, alle sue cause e a come si può davvero ricominciare a prendere in mano la situazione. L'episodio è già disponibile 👇 🔗 https://youtu.be/9fbAXCvUVWs Source: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/GzjH4zHfK0g
Lucifer stood in the presence of God and still rebelled. Seeing was never enough. Seek to know Him today. Share this with someone who still thinks they need to see to believe. Source: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/zsQAVoIAo2Q
Bible verse of the day: "How beautiful on the mountains are the feet of those who bring good news, who proclaim peace, who bring good tidings, who proclaim salvation." — Isaiah 52:7 (NIV) Welcome to our Daily Prayer Meeting!
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Share this video with someone who needs hope or tag a loved one who needs encouragement today. Today’s Message: Pr Isaac Outerbridge The Seventh-day Adventist Church has been an established denomination since 1863. It is a global Christian family with over 21 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?
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Daily Lesson for Thursday 16th of July 2026
The fact that we should not form cliques, especially around human leaders, does not mean we should not support our leaders. We are supposed to appreciate and help those who lead out in church work. God commissions people to do His ministry on earth. Church leaders who display a lifestyle that reflects the submissions represented by the Cross are worthy of being heard and followed.
And this is so because only the Cross has the power to reverse any manipulative form of control in favor of submission to God’s Word. Christlike leaders attribute the success of their ministry to God alone. In His earthly ministry, even Jesus as a human assigned glory to God (John 17:4).
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According to Paul, faithful Christian ministry must be grounded upon what we can call a theology of the Cross. The Cross is God’s revelation of His wisdom and power to save. At the same time, it also displays human wisdom as foolishness. In 1 Corinthians 4:1-13, Paul makes it clear what such a theology of the Cross looks like. First, he indicates that it is God who sets the standard for Christian leadership (1 Corinthians 4:1-5). Second, he points to the fact that suffering is the trademark of true Christian ministry (1 Corinthians 4:9,11-13). This second point deserves to be further developed.
Christian leaders follow the footprints of Jesus by being willing to suffer for their fellow brothers and sisters, and even if need be die for the sake of their ministry. Paul refers to himself and Apollos as “men condemned to death” (1 Corinthians 4:9, NKJV). They are portrayed as facing a lack of food and water, as well as being “poorly clothed, and beaten, and homeless” (1 Corinthians 4:11, NKJV). In addition, they were also reviled, persecuted, defamed, and “made as the filth of the world, the offscouring of all things until now” (1 Corinthians 4:12-13, NKJV). Furthermore, by referring ironically to the Corinthians as rich, kings, wise, and distinguished (1 Corinthians 4:8,10), Paul demonstrates that pride must have no place in true Christian leadership, for it is the root of division in the church (1 Corinthians 4:6).
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How much have you suffered for Christ’s sake, whatever your role in the church? What lessons might be found in your answer? |
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