This week in ANN First in the news, July 8 is the launching of the Portuguese Adventist Hymnal. It was rearranged and redesigned to give greater prominence to the doctrinal identity of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. With the more simple and easy to understand language, it will reach a larger group of members, especially children and young people. In Baja California, Mexico, the Adventist church celebrates hundreds of baptisms after a comprehensive evangelism effort in North Mexico. Thousands gathered to celebrate the end of the evangelism effort, which began earlier this year and resulted in 700 new believers joining the church. AdventHealth organization based in Orlando, Florida, continues to give support and medicines for the Ukrainian people. The Federation of Adventist Entrepreneurs of Brazil supports the five brothers who use their time and talent to transform the lives of children through music. This life-changing project continues to reach many lives as these internationally renowned musicians use their time and talents to make a difference. The ultimate goal is to create an orchestra that will play songs for the glory of God. Riverside Farm Institute and International Caring Hands provide free dental care to thousands of African people everywhere. They share Jesus' love with others through this ministry every year. Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HWjf1Iyjefo

In this episode, Pastor Ted Wilson talks about the importance of daily connection with God in these last days in which we are tasked to proclaim the three angels' messages to the world. There is no other way to accomplish it except through Bible study, prayer, and absolute reliance upon God through the power of the Holy Spirit. In the story of the feeding of the five thousand in Matthew 14, the 20,000 people who received food and encouragement from Jesus were ready to proclaim Him king. But His disciples, who had been so intent on becoming the leaders in the popular movement, were angry and discouraged. Later, Jesus sent the multitudes away and rode in the boat with the disciples. Then, He went up on the mountain to pray (Matthew 14:23). While He was praying, He saw His disciples on the ship. To test them, He caused a storm to come up for them. Soon, Jesus went to them, walking on the sea (Matthew 14:25). The disciples were afraid as if they saw a spirit or a ghost. But He comforted them, saying, "Be of good cheer! It is I; do not be afraid" (verse 27, NKJV). Then, Peter called out and said, "Lord, if it is You, command me to come to You on the water" (verse 28, NKJV). Jesus invited him onto the water. But as he was walking towards Him, he felt afraid and began to sink. He yelled for help, and Jesus immediately stretched out His hand to catch him. Now, the Master of the storm was in control of it and the wind calmed down. The disciples worshipped Him and said, "Truly, You are the Son of God" (verse 33, NKJV). As a lesson from this story, don't ever take your eyes off Jesus. Keep your focus on Him when you are in difficulty. He will be there for you when you need Him the most. As Ellen White says in the Desire of Ages, page 382, "Those who fail to realize their constant dependence upon God will be overcome by temptation. We may now suppose that our feet stand secure, and that we shall never be moved. We may say with confidence, 'I know in Whom I have believed; nothing can shake my faith in God and in His Word.' But Satan is planning to take advantage of our hereditary and cultivated traits of character, and to blind our eyes to our own necessities and defects. Only through realizing our own weakness and looking steadfastly unto Jesus can we walk securely." Let us keep our eyes fixed on Jesus as we continue working on His mission until He comes. Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3JJa-HvCC3c

What does God expect you to do during these difficult times? We are living in uncertain times. Many of us worry about what the future will bring. However, as God's ambassadors, do we ever wonder what God wants us to do now to share His message of hope, freedom, and salvation? This #short clip from the Global Campmeeting sermon, “What Does God Expect From You?” by Cami Oetman https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vUV1i9Hd3wE&list=PL-k2Gb-DBYo9tb9fHW_AxGxJ1R8MpNnpa&index=13 shows how God desires to use us to reach out to the people around us and share the peace and joy that we have found in Jesus. Watch the full video to learn more about how we can be part of God’s mission in spreading the truth and love that God has for His children. ————————————————————————————
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What kind of passion has God placed in you? What type of ministry is stirring within you? This #short clip from the video, “Spiritual Gifts [How Can You Discover Your Gifts?]” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vTZu3ulkqaw&t=1s, explains what spiritual gifts God has in store for each of us and how we can discover what they are. Watch the video to discover what spiritual gifts God is developing in you and how you can use them in the ministry to which God has entrusted you. ———————————————————————————— 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 who promise to help people understand the Bible and 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/ Click the notification bell so that you never miss a new video! Find us on social media by following the links below:
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Do you believe God lives within you? Do you have close and personal encounters with God? As Christians, we must cultivate a close relationship with God that will result in a close encounter with Him, not only once in our lives, but every day, because we belong to Him. God desires for us to be closer to Him, and He is always willing to pour out His Holy Spirit upon us. Pray for a closer experience with Jesus Christ and ask daily for the gift of the Holy Spirit to be in charge in our lives and lead us closer to the throne of God. Watch the video to learn more from US Senate Chaplain Barry C. Black about what we can do to have a close encounter with Jesus and be fruitful in our spiritual lives. ————————————————————————————-
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 who promise to help 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/ Click the notification bell so that you never miss a new video! Find us on social media by following the links below:
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