Gratitude is the quality of being thankful or the readiness to show appreciation for and to return kindness. Because today is “Thanksgiving” in the United States, for this episode we are going to talk about the benefits of gratitude. When we are grateful, it helps our mental, physical and spiritual health. How can we be grateful –especially when we’re going through pain and hard times? Find out in this newest episode of ANN In-Depth! For this episode, we are joined by Dr. Heather Thompson Day. Heather is an Associate Professor of Communication at Colorado Christian University and the author of 7 books; including It’s Not Your Turn, and Confessions of a Christian Wife. Learn More About Our Guest
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In Exodus 20:8-11, the Bible clearly states that “the seventh day is the Sabbath of the Lord thy God.” So, why do so many rest and worship on a different day of the week? When is the Sabbath? Saturday or Sunday? Could it be that the Christian Church has allowed man’s tradition to overshadow God’s way? Finally, why does it matter which day is the true day of worship and which is the counterfeit sabbath? The “first day,” or Sunday, is only mentioned eight times in the New Testament. Some of these verses describe how women returned to Jesus’ tomb on Sunday to finish preparing the body of Christ (Mark 16:1-2, Mark 16:9, Matthew 28:1, Luke 24:1, John 20:1). Jesus was crucified on Friday, called the “preparation day,” because they were to prepare for God’s holy Sabbath day, Saturday. Jesus then rested in the tomb on Sabbath, the “seventh day” of the week, and rose on Sunday, the “first day” of the week. If we look at other verses mentioning the “first day” in the New Testament, we see no hint of change. Many Christians read in Luke 4:16 that Jesus, “as His custom was,” went to church on the Sabbath. Christ said in Matthew 24:20 that His disciples would be keeping the seventh-day Sabbath 40 years after the cross. So, Jesus didn’t change the Sabbath! The Bible promises in Hebrews 13:8, “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever.” God did not change the Sabbath, Jesus would not change the Sabbath, and the disciples could not change the Sabbath! (Acts 5:29) We can look to Bible prophecy to see how God’s Sabbath could have been changed to a counterfeit. In Daniel 7:2-3, Daniel saw four great beasts come up from the sea. Daniel describes the beasts as a lion, a bear, a leopard, and a beast with ten horns. Verse 17 states that the beasts represent four kings, or kingdoms. Most Bible scholars agree that the fourth beast represents the Roman Empire. Daniel 7:8 says “I was considering the horns, and there was another horn, a little one, coming up among them . . . ” This little horn comes up among the first ten horns, after the fall of Rome. Daniel 7:25 predicts, “He [the little horn] shall speak pompous words against the Most High, shall persecute the saints of the Most High, and shall intend to change times and laws . . .” The Bible tells us that Sunday’s sacredness comes from the tradition of men, changed from the law of God. It is Jesus Himself in Matthew 15:3-9 who says “in vain they worship Me, teaching as doctrines the commandments of men.” God says the Sabbath is a great sign. (Ezekiel 20:12; Exodus 31:16) It’s a sign of our loyalty to Christ. It is a sign that we can rest in the completed work of salvation through Christ. The Bible Sabbath matters so much to God that He wrote it in stone! Are you willing to follow wherever Jesus leads? The road may be narrow, but the way of Jesus leads to the tree of life in the city of God. Have questions? Need prayer? Visit us at awr.org/bible MB01DPQG81NNBN8 Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X3YVhWAo_6s

The Adventist history is undeniably rich in mission stories. Our humble church beginnings are relevant to keep track of our real identity and mission. In this podcast episode, let’s join Dr. Dragoslava Santrac, ESDA’s Managing Editor, as she interviews Dr. Alain Coralie, Consultant Editor, East-Central Africa Division. Here is the preview of their conversation about the triumphant history of Seventh-day Adventist in the East-Central African Division:
East-Central Africa: Adventist Church History
The East-Central Africa Division of Seventh-day Adventist consists of several countries. The beliefs of people in this country are unique. Their rich culture obviously makes things complicated for missionaries. But, never did they stop in sowing the seed of truth. Currently, the East-Central Africa division is one of the fastest-growing. It has an estimated 4.5 million members. There is no doubt, God’s grace really works miraculously. Valuable Lessons in Adventist History
Every single mission is accompanied by challenges of making it successful. The sacrifices and commitment of missionaries in Adventist history were indeed inspiring. Their deeds are a reflection of true faith. Some of them might not be living, but the fruits of their hard work are now ripe and ready to harvest. Education System Gateway to Share God’s Message
The glorious grace of God's power shows a surprising outcome. God really works with missionaries in marvelous ways. It was 1900 when Adventist missionaries entered Western Kenya. Their beginnings were tough, but their passion for sharing the message with people got them going. Eventually, they used education as a bridge to sow the seed of God's word among Africans. The First Seventh-day Adventist Missionaries in Kenya The glorious grace of God's power shows a surprising outcome. Discover how Arthur Carscallen and Peter Nyambo worked persistently in their missions. Be inspired by how they responded to God's calling. Even various religious denominations did not hinder them from fulfilling their duty. Find out how they strive and survive at: https://encyclopedia.adventist.org/article?id=6IHG&highlight=Arthur|Carscallen Maasai Culture: Transformation without Compromising Faith
In Maasai culture, polygamy has been a long-accepted belief. This belief makes things hard to reach people, but God works surprisingly with Adventist missionaries. Faced with a culture against the Adventist faith, history reveals the power of God. He made the field workable for Adventist pioneers. Find out how the Maasai accept, commit, and hold the Adventist belief. Next on Deck… If you missed the previous podcast episodes, please don’t hesitate to explore the link: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-k2Gb-DBYo-_LOrS0obIEGcCOTQgdvGa Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lWJG3GJaxYQ

We bring you the latest Adventist worldwide news: Still recovering from the onslaughts of three typhoons, another strong storm devastated the Philippines. Typhoon Vamco left ruins in the northern and eastern parts of the country. The Adventist Development and Relief Agency continues to respond to the needs of the affected victims. To extend help thru ADRA, click here: https://donations.adra.org/donate. Recovering Adventist Families in Nicaragua Braces for Another Hurricane Hurricane Eta, a Category 4 storm, swept and flooded Nicaragua, forcing evacuation among its residents. More than 400 displaced persons sought refuge in the Adventist school in Puerto Cabezas. The local Adventist churches continue to help in the relief drive. However, the country is facing another threat from a Category 5 storm, Hurricane Iota. Let us pray for deliverance for the region. Adventist Youth and ADRA Aid Landslide Victims in El Salvador Due to torrential rains, mudslides ravaged Nejapa, El Salvador, leaving many people homeless and helpless. The Adventist young people immediately responded by activating the local Pathfinder clubs to collect essential relief goods for the affected families. The youth also assisted the efforts of ADRA in distributing relief packs to the community. Watch and catch the contagious helpful enthusiasm of these young people. Media Evangelism Results in 34,000 Baptisms in ECD With the theme “More Than Conquerors,” the media evangelistic campaign in the English-speaking countries of the East-Central African Division of the Seventh-day Adventists proved successful. More than 34,000 people were baptized. ECD Executive Secretary Alain Coralie and his wife Caroline served as the speakers of the said event. Tune in and hear how God has worked to make the project possible despite the challenges. Catch these and more news-feature updates here in ANN and be mobilized to be the good news, bringing relief to our helpless and homeless friends through prayers and generous donations. Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hc1XnxWHnhk

Do we minister to “one of the least of these"? Pastor Ted Wilson reminds us of a very interesting and serious passage that gives us a glimpse into the final judgment. In Matthew 25:31-40, we read “When the Son of Man comes in His glory, and all the holy angels with Him, then He will sit on the throne of His glory. All the nations will be gathered before Him, and He will separate them one from another, as a shepherd divides his sheep from the goats. And He will set the sheep on His right hand, but the goats on the left. Then the King will say to those on His right hand, ‘Come, you blessed of My Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world: for I was hungry and you gave Me food; I was thirsty and you gave Me drink; I was a stranger and you took Me in; I was naked and you clothed Me; I was sick and you visited Me; I was in prison and you came to Me.’ Then the righteous will answer Him, saying, ‘Lord, when did we see You hungry and feed You, or thirsty and give You drink? When did we see You a stranger and take You in, or naked and clothe You? Or when did we see You sick, or in prison, and come to You?’ And the King will answer and say to them, ‘Assuredly, I say to you, inasmuch as you did it to one of the least of these My brethren, you did it to Me.’ (Matt. 25:31-40, NKJV). This passage goes on in verses 41-43, describing how Jesus then turns to those on the left hand and says the words, “Depart from Me, you cursed, into the everlasting fire prepared for the devil and his angels: for I was hungry and you gave Me no food; I was thirsty and you gave Me no drink; I was a stranger and you did not take Me in, naked and you did not clothe Me, sick and in prison and you did not visit Me.” Sadly, those on the left hand are surprised when they learn that when they did not minister to “one of the least of these,” they were refusing to minister to Jesus. As we look around today, there are so many opportunities to minister for Jesus. But one area that is often overlooked, one affecting the “very least of these” is the special ministry of reaching out to orphans and other vulnerable children. According to recent estimates, there are at least 140 million orphaned children around the world, with almost 10,000 children becoming orphans each day. How very sad to think of the trials these precious little one’s face at such a young age. Sadly, statistics show that many of these vulnerable ones will turn to a life of crime once they are older. As Seventh-day Adventists, what can we do to help reach these precious ones—the “very least of these”—before it is too late? In order to raise awareness, and to encourage action, the world church has designated this Sabbath, November 21, as “World Orphans/Vulnerable Children’s Day.” More information about this special day is provided by Adventist Possibilities Ministries here: https://www.possibilityministries.org/world-orphans-vulnerable-childrens-day Here you will find suggestions and opportunities of how you can become involved in this very special and important ministry. May God bless each one as, through the power of the Holy Spirit, we reach out in love and care to the “very least of these.” 00:00 Greetings
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