How can we press close to #Jesus during these times of uncertainty? In this video, Pastor Ted Wilson reminds us of a story in the Bible when the disciples put their trust in Jesus through the storm. Since the start of #COVID-19 our world has turned upside down and grown more unstable and uncertain. Just about everywhere we turn we see unease, unrest, and uncertainty. Things don’t seem to be getting better, and many hearts are filled with anxiety, fearful about what lies ahead. While times and situations may change, fear and anxiety are not new. Tracing back into history 2,000 years ago, we can see it in the faces of Christ’s #disciples and hear it in their voices as they are sure they are going to drown in the Sea of Galilee. It had been a fairly normal day, filled with activity as Jesus taught and healed the many people who crowded around Him. But now it was time to leave and get some much-needed rest. The evening was calm and pleasant as Jesus and the disciples stepped into the wooden boat. Soon, Jesus was fast asleep in the back of the boat. Quickly, however, everything changed. Deep darkness spread across the sky as the wind swept wildly down the mountain gorges along the eastern shore, causing a fierce tempest to suddenly burst upon the lake. The disciples were terrified. It was so dark they could no longer see Jesus. And their voices were drowned out by the terrible storm. Where was Jesus? Had He forsaken them? Absorbed by trying to save themselves, they rowed harder, and forgot about Jesus. It was only as a lightning bolt lit up the sky that they saw Jesus, asleep in the back. He was there in the boat with them the whole time. Amazed, they woke Him up and in despair cried out, “Master, don’t you care that we are perishing?” Instantly, the storm stops. Imagine it. Suddenly, the Sea is calm again. And so are the amazed disciples. We are indeed in the midst of a storm—a storm of uncertainty and fear. But we know that an even greater storm is coming. As we go through these turbulent, unpredictable, and even frightening times, let’s press close to Jesus, knowing that He is with us in the storm and wants to teach us valuable lessons of faith and trust right now, which will help us now and in the future. 00:00 Greetings
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How can we reach young people with the gospel? How can we help them form strong relationships with Jesus? Find answers to these questions in this newest episode of ANN In-Depth! This episode is based on the “Reach the World: I Will Go” Spiritual Growth Objective #3: To help youth and young adults place God first and exemplify a biblical worldview. One focus of this objective is for youth and young adults to embrace the belief that the body is the temple of the Holy Spirit, abstaining from alcohol, tobacco, recreational use of drugs, and other high-risk behaviors, and embrace church teachings on marriage, and demonstrate sexual purity. Another focus is on an increased ethical and responsible use of media platforms by students. You can learn more about "I Will Go" at https://iwillgo2020.org/ This week we are joined by Rachel Arner and Eric Jean-Baptiste. Rachel is a student at Andrew's University studying for her Master of Divinity. She is a preacher and a podcaster. Eric serves the Lake Region Conference as Executive Coordinator for Pathfinder Ministries and specializes in drilling and marching and teen leadership training. He began preaching at his local church at a very young age and has been working in youth ministry ever since. OUR GUESTS: Rachel Arner
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Here are the most recent news on ANN today: Not losing time, the Adventist Development and Relief Agency distributed food packs to the victims of the ongoing conflict between Armenia and Azerbaijan. The team will continue to provide emergency relief and recovery assistance to the needy. The recent violence resulted in casualties and thousands of displaced families. News agencies even describe the adversity as the worst since 1994. ADRA-Cambodia helps flood victims
At least 39,000 households have been affected by the storms and flooding in Cambodia. ADRA-Cambodia partnered with local authorities to provide food assistance to the victims. ACS-NAD mobilizes warehouse distribution branches
To assist in disaster response, the Adventist Community Services of the North American Division organized warehouse distribution sites in the states within its territory. The activated operations aim to continue extending relief and assistance to the victims of the recent disasters in the region. Tune in to get more updates on the 2020 Annual Council and the General Conference Session and more exciting stories. Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5BLPhm9aytg

Creation Sabbath is on the fourth Sabbath of October every year. This year, it falls on October 24. In this video, Pastor Ted Wilson will remind us that Creation Sabbath is a time to reflect on the beauty of #Creation and of our #Creator. Have you ever stopped a moment to ponder the incredible beauty of the words found in Genesis 1:1? “In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth.” How amazing. How wonderful. But then, the second verse tells us more— “The earth was without form, and void . . .” “Void”—an empty space. Nothingness. How incredible. #God created the earth, the sky, the sun, the moon, the stars, and living things—out of nothing at all. What a powerful, loving, Creator God! And yet, this incredible truth is hardly recognized in the world today. The devil has worked hard to obliterate the truth we find in God’s Word. Nevertheless, God invites us, through His power, to be lights in the world today. To let the world know that there is a Creator God who made them, who loves them, who died for them, and who is one day soon coming back to redeem His own. In order to fully understand the Creator, it is important to be out in nature where we can observe and appreciate His creation. This coming Sabbath, October 24, has been designated as “Creation Sabbath”—a beautiful time to reflect on the beauty of Creation and of our Creator. This worldwide celebration of Creation is organized by the Geoscience Research Institute, an entity of the Seventh-day Adventist Church that specializes in original research and the study of scientific and Biblical literature. On the website, creationsabbath.net, you will find many wonderful resources to help you celebrate this event. As you celebrate this Sabbath and every day, remember that God is our Creator, Redeemer, and Friend! 00:00 Greetings
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How can the #Adventist Church speak with one voice? We have churches all over the world, but many people have never heard of us. How can we work together so that we reach more people? Find out in this week's episode of #ANN In-Depth! This episode is based on the “Reach the World: I Will Go” Leadership Objective: To align world church resources with strategic objectives. The focus is for the General Conference to have, and its entities are working toward, an integrated media plan that maximizes the potential of technology. Another focus is for every organization to systematically review and align resources in light of the worldwide #mission priorities. This week we are joined by Ray Wahlen. He is the Undersecretary for the Global Seventh-day Adventist Church. SHOW NOTES
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