We must teach people how to think critically for themselves in order to determine what they believe and why they believe it. It’s important we realize that motivation leads to emulation. As we share with others the blessing that comes from believing and obeying the truth, they will want to emulate our character and conduct. Let us seek to model

We need to uphold the beauty of the bride of Christ as a physical, local community of saints and the necessity of belonging to that community for spiritual growth and maturity in the faith.

Don’t separate Christianity from discipleship. The disciples were called “Christian” at Antioch (Acts 11:26). While most people point out that this term was used pejoratively, it’s important to note that the Bible doesn’t separate “disciple” from “Christian.” They’re synonymous. We must be intentional about not allowing people to separate the two

The Holy Spirit not only convicts people of sin, but he also brings them to repentance (Acts 17:30). The Holy Spirit brings to light our relationship to God. The convicting power of the Holy Spirit opens our eyes to our sin and opens our hearts to receive his grace (Eph. 2:8).

Having conviction protects us from deconstructing our faith to the point of apostasy. Deconstruction is the process of systematically dissecting, doubting, questioning, and possibly rejecting the beliefs you held previously. Sometimes a Christian will deconstruct all the way to atheism. Satan’s plan for your deconstruction is demolition. But

Conviction happens when we stop delighting in what God hates.

The Holy Spirit acts as an attorney in a courtroom who lovingly exposes our sin and awakens us to our need for a Savior (Eph. 5:14).

Adventists believe that adherence to aspects of the old covenant dietary laws are mandatory and salvific for Christians under the new covenant. Adventists reject the plain reading and meaning of every New Testament text that rescinds dietary laws for Christians and reinterpret them so their own distinct beliefs and teachings are upheld. They

Adventists are widely known for their emphasis on health. Their health institutions, hospitals, and programs are generally respected and utilized worldwide.