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      • 1994
        • 1994 Quarter 1
          • Windows
          • The Gospel of Jesus Christ
          • The Reading of the Scriptures
          • Future Elder's Digest Articles
          • Reclaiming Former Members
          • Elder's Digest Statement of Mission
          • Home Visitation: Necessary for a Healthy Church
          • The Central Work of Prayer
          • An Analysis of the Lay Preaching of Jesus
          • Reflection
          • Sermon Outline
          • Sermon
          • Balancing Your Members' Diet: Planning the Sermonic Year
          • Why the Sabbath?
          • Chairing Committees
          • The Outlook
        • 1994 Quarter 2
          • Christ-centered Preaching
          • Igniting the Fire
          • Principles of the Servant-Leader
          • Who Is the Servant-Leader?
          • Elder Plants Trees and Churches in Bolivia
          • Laity: The Future of the Church
          • Present the Sabbath
          • Supporting the Baptismal Class
          • Does Anyone Care?
          • Church Leadership and the Law
          • How to Deal With Criticism
          • Are You a Day's Journey From God?
          • Your Church Through the Eyes of a Visitor
          • Sermon
          • Sermon 1
          • The Kind of Sermons Needed
      • 1995
        • 1995 Quarter 1
          • Jesus the Focus of 1844
          • "I Saw the Lord"
          • Why Ophelia Couldn't Wait
          • 1844 - The Seal of Authenticity of the Adventist Church
          • Jesus in the Hebrew Sanctuary
          • The Perfect Church
          • 1844 Is It Biblical?
          • If God Were the Church Elder
          • Securing the Co-operation of the People
          • Calling all Laity
          • How to Give the Pastoral Prayer
          • Elder's Job Description
          • Did Moses Really Write Genesis?
          • Trends That Should Be Guarded Against
          • The Clear Word: A paraphrase to nurture faith and growth.
        • 1995 Quarter 2
          • From the Editor
          • Is Your Church Senior-Sensitive?
          • A Friendly Church
          • Anointing
          • Prejudice in Church
          • The Art of Listening
          • We Still Believe ... That Jesus Is Coming Soon
          • Have You Noticed the Time?
          • How I Visit Pastors of Other Faiths
          • Even So, Come Lord Jesus
          • Prudence and Forethought
          • Support the Multi-Church Pastor
          • From Here and There
          • Signs of the Second Coming
        • 1995 Quarter 3
          • EIders—Stewards of God's Flock
          • The Importance of Young Elders in the Church
          • Warm Up Your Congregation with that Personal Touch
          • A Children's Corner in Every Sermon
          • Is Money the Problem?
          • Ellen G. White and Tithe
          • Attitudes & Answers
          • Stewardship Adds Value to Life
          • Planning Our Giving to God
          • How to Honor God
          • Help in Daily Living
          • From the Editor's Pen
          • Answering Your Questions
        • 1995 Quarter 4
          • Worship—The Greatest Priority
          • Congregational Singing
          • More Music in Communion Service
          • The Art of Announcing a Hymn
          • It Oils The Gears
          • Preach the Word!
          • The Elder as Leader of True Worship
          • Does the Bible Give Us a Pattern of Worship?
          • Biblical Characteristics of True Worship
          • Seven Facts About CHRIST'S RETURN
          • Biblical Principles of Worship and Behavior in the House of God
          • Decision Story
          • Sermon 1
          • How Elders Can Encourage Pastors
          • Here are some illustrations and concepts on worship.
      • 1996
        • 1996 Quarter 1
        • 1996 Quarter 2
          • Small Groups Can Make the Difference in Your Congregation
          • God's Gifts
          • Little Things That Make the Church Attractive
          • Fulfilling Your Mission
          • The Bible Basis for Small Groups
          • A Small Group is Different
          • The Use of Small Groups in Evangelism
          • Small Group Plant Churches
          • I Am the Church, You are the Church
          • Seven Facts About Jesus Christ
          • Study to Show Thyself Approved
          • Ministry for the Young Elder
          • Sermon
          • From the Editor's Pen
        • 1996 Quarter 3
          • Love, Not Power, Is the Mark of a Christian Leader
          • Standing on Solid Ground─The Bible
          • The Uniqueness of the Seventh-day Adventist Message
          • Finding Joy in the Sabbath
          • Seven Facts About The Sabbath
          • Three Teaching Categories in Evangelism
          • The Greatest of These is Evangelism
          • His Hands are at the Wheel
          • Ministering to the Whole Church
          • Setting Goals
          • Dreaming the Impossible
          • What Can the Church and Elder Do for the Youth?
          • What's Good About Our Church?
          • What God Requires from an Elder
          • Communion Services
          • Funeral Services
          • Deciding Now for Christ
          • The Remnant Church Not Babylon
          • Here are some illustrations for your files.
        • 1996 Quarter 4
          • Serving With Grace at the Lord's Table
          • Why Baptism Is Important To Me
          • The Need for Warm-Hearted Greeters
          • The Trinity—Heaven's First Family
          • Thy Will Be Done
          • Sermon
          • The First Celebration of the Ordinances of the Lord's House
          • Sermon 2
          • Sermon 3
          • Sermon 4
          • The Art of Sermon Delivery
          • Essential Elements in a Call
          • Paul's Alignment Shop
          • A View of the Conflict
          • From the Editor's Pen
      • 1997
        • 1997 Quarter 1
          • A Message for the Last Days
          • Better Next Year
          • The Successful Career Woman and Christian
          • Basic Concepts on the Ministry of Visitation
          • Greensboro Church Has Two Weekly Prayer Groups
          • The Gospel in the Doctrines
          • Jesus in the Doctrine of Creation
          • The Essence of New Testament Preaching
          • Techniques That Help in Teaching the Truth
          • Perseverance
          • Danger in Speculative Knowledge
          • Preaching Tools for Church Leaders
          • From the Editor's Pen
        • 1997 Quarter 2
          • Only One Banner in the Army of the Lord
          • The Joy of Present Salvation
          • Elder as Supporter of His Pastor
          • Hospital Visitation
          • A Series for Prayer Meeting
          • Unity
          • The Bible and the Bible Only the Mark of Unity
          • Strength in Unity Through Prophetic Gift
          • Letting the Children Come to Jesus
          • The Christian's Highest Aim
          • Sermon 1
          • Sermon 2
          • The Future of Evangelism
          • Seven Facts About Death, Immortality, and Resurrection
          • Unity in Faith and Doctrine
          • From the Editor’s Pen
        • 1997 Quarter 3
          • Broad Vision and the Narrow Way
          • "I Remember Our Dear Old Church Elder..."
          • Preparing New Converts for Baptism
          • Sermons and Sleep
          • The Government of the Church
          • Should Our Church Elders Resign?
          • Why Committees?
          • Devotional 1
          • Devotional 2
          • Devotional 3
          • Devotional 4
          • Guidelines for New Committee Members
          • Guidelines for Successfully Chairing a Committee
          • How to Effectively Lead a Committee
          • Summer Schools for Elders in Australia and New Zealand
          • Bible Prophecy and the Judgment
          • Church Discipline
          • From the Editor's Pen
        • 1997 Quarter 4
          • The Elder's Loyalty to Jesus and His Denomination
          • The Man God Uses
          • The Monthly Elders' Meeting
          • Intercessory Prayer as Part of Local Elder's Ministry
          • A Biblical Perspective of the Local Elder in the Congregation
          • Our Prophetic Credentials
          • Adventist Amalekites
          • Facing Pressures on Adventism Today
          • The Importance of Adult Interaction With Children
          • Sermon 1
          • Sermon 2
          • Reading The Bible in the Pulpit
          • Unity and Organization
          • From the Editor’s Pen
      • 1998
        • 1998 Quarter 1
          • Working Together
          • Assured of God's Help
          • What Is Preaching?
          • Which Version of the Bible Should I Use?
          • Seventh-day Adventists Believe.. .
          • Some Tyrannies of Earth
          • A Wise Youth Ministry
          • God's Priorities
          • First Things First
          • Your Church Where Is The Emphasis?
          • We Can Trust in the Lord's Promises
          • The Successful Mentor
          • Sermon 1
          • Sermon 2
          • Sermon 3
          • The Great Need of the Holy Spirit
          • News Watch
        • 1998 Quarter 2
          • "Not of the World" but "In the World"
          • The Anointing of the Spirit
          • The Other Half of the Gospel
          • Essential in Religious Awakening
          • Diversified Talents are Needed in God's Church
          • The Making of a Spiritual Leader
          • Evangelistic Objectives and Techniques in the Local Congregation
          • The Use of Texts in Bible Studies
          • How to Heal Hurt Feelings
          • Our Children, Treasures for His Kingdom
          • An Experience with Pentecostal ism
          • Reasons Why Apocrypha Is Rejected
          • Sermon Structure: Introduction Illustrations/ and Conclusion
          • Sermon 1
          • Proclaiming the Message
          • From the Editor's Pen
        • 1998 Quarter 3
          • Don't Rush People Into Baptism
          • Elder's Digest Statement of Mission
          • Elder's Digest─Window for Local Church Elder
          • Building the Spiritual Life of the Church
          • Caring Eldership for the Aged
          • The High Price of Eldership
          • Seventh-day Adventists Believe ...
          • When Should a Person Be Baptized?
          • The Baptismal Service
          • How to Perform the Ordinance of Baptism with Grace
          • Three Qualities That Make a Good Usher
          • The Child Dedication Service
          • Focus on Faith— The Crisis Over Scripture
          • Differentiate Between Sacred and Secular
          • What is Expository Preaching?
          • Sermon 1
          • Baptism and the True Test of Discipleship
          • From the Editor's Pen
        • 1998 Quarter 4
          • Outlet For Spiritual Power
          • How to Lead Your Church to Grow
          • Position Does Not Give Holiness
          • The Elder and the Sabbath School
          • How to Deal With Different Ministries in the Local Congregation
          • Who Is Sufficient for These Things?
          • Using Group Dynamics to Increase Baptisms
          • If Jesus Came to Your House
          • Sermon 1
          • Sermon 2
          • Grief in Human Experience
          • Dealing With Abnormal Symptoms of Grief
          • Don’t Forget the Children
          • Healing of the Soul
          • Inspiration: What Is It?
          • Slices of Life
      • 1999
        • 1999 Quarter 1
          • Watching and Working The Responsibility of Local Church Elders
          • Ambition and Church Responsibility
          • Introducing the Guest Speaker
          • How to Differ with the Brethren and Yet Love Them
          • The Elder and the Home
          • Worship Is the Devotion of the Heart of God!
          • The Elder's Treasure Chest
          • The Power of Prayer Evangelism
          • Meteor Showers and 1833
          • Visitation
          • Sermon 1
          • Sermon 2
          • Close That Door!
          • Seeking His Lost Sheep
          • Seeking the Lost
          • Bible Marking for Doodlers
          • Principles of Pastoral Administration
          • Snap, Crackle, Pop, Tony the Tiger, and Ellen G. White
        • 1999 Quarter 2
          • Conversion Comes First
          • The Wider Meaning of Stewardship
          • Time Management
          • The Challenge of Absenteeism
          • Misuse of Public Prayer
          • Sermon 1
          • Sermon 2
          • Sermon 3
          • Sermon 4
          • Baptism A Legitimate Church Priority
          • Baptism
          • Using Group Dynamics to Increase Baptisms
          • "Involve Me, and I Will Understand"
          • Making the Sermon Clear
          • Promoting Your Child's Self-Esteem
          • The Meaning of Ordination in the Apostolic Church
          • Working Together With Your Pastor in a Team Ministry
          • He Who Prays
        • 1999 Quarter 3
          • Healthy Attitude Toward Truth
          • Priorities in Elder’s Ministry to the Flock
          • The Joy of Memorizing Scripture
          • Effective Health Evangelism in the Local Church
          • Spiritual Significance of the Imposition of Hands
          • Sermon 1
          • Testing God’s Guidance
          • How to Understand the Bible
          • Happy Endings For Small Groups
          • Building Prayer Meeting Attendance
          • The Elder and Church Problem
          • The Beatitudes for Elders and Congregation
          • "The Minister and the Children"
          • Be Approved as Ministers of God
          • Illustrations
        • 1999 Quarter 4
          • More Than Public Evangelism
          • The Truth for Our Time
          • Seven Reasons for Joining the Advent Movement
          • Steps to Success
          • The Content of the Pastoral Prayer
          • Hospital Visitation an Important Ministry for Elders
          • Sermon 1
          • Sermon 2
          • Elder's Job Description
          • Church Pulpit Year
          • Soul-Warming Tales That Touch the Heart
          • Small Groups What About the Children?
      • 2000
        • 2000 Quarter 1
          • The Greatest Need for the Third Millennium
          • Interpreting Prophecies Is Historicism Dead?
          • Don’t Read Into Scripture What Is Not There
          • The Lisbon Earthquake
          • What I Wish I Had Known About Nominating Committees
          • Dealing With Ineffective Officers
          • Adventist Worship
          • Code of Ethics for Elders
          • Footprints of God in Creation
          • Sermon 1
          • Preparing and Presenting Bible Studies
          • "To Such Belongs the Kingdom of Heaven"
          • Christ and the Law
          • Questions and Answers
          • Slices of Life
        • 2000 Quarter 2
          • Editorial
          • God’s People at the End of Time
          • How Much is He Worth?
          • Sermons from the Life and Teachings of Christ
          • Needs of New Members
          • Good Listening: Indispensable Quality of a Good Elder
          • 10 Ways to Build a Personal Relationship With God Through Bible Study
          • Sermon 1
          • Sermon 2
          • Dealing with Children in the Congregation
          • How To Conduct a Pleasant Prayer Meeting
          • Revitalizing Lethargic Liturgy
          • The Place and Importance of Personal Work
          • Leading the Silent Sheep
          • Christ Our Only Hope
          • Child Dedication
          • Slices of Life
          • Understanding Your Bible
        • 2000 Quarter 3
          • Editorial
          • Sacred and Secular
          • Caring for the Lambs
          • Making Your Sermons Live
          • Sermon 1
          • Sermon 2
          • The Ministry of The Elder
          • The Ministry of Deacons and Deaconesses
          • Pastor-Elder Relationships
          • A Church That's Moving
          • Is God to Blame for Pain and Evil?
          • Explanation of Difficult Texts in the Bible
          • Righteousness by Faith
          • Questions & Answers
          • Slices of Life
        • 2000 Quarter 4
          • Guest Editorial
          • Our Attitude Toward Bible Study
          • Children in the Church
          • Slices of Life
          • Why God Permits His Children to Suffer
          • Know Your Song!
          • Hospitality Evangelism
          • Try It and See
          • Duties of the Deacon and Deaconess
          • Duties of the Elder
          • Behind the Door
          • The Pastoral Prayer
          • Explanation of Difficult Passages of the Bible
          • Timidity and Presumption
      • 2001
        • 2001 Quarter 1
          • Editorial
          • How to Offer a Pastoral Prayer
          • Health Reform: A Balanced Program
          • The Elders' Guardianship Program
          • Across the Table
          • Two Men Named Jesus
          • Sermon 1
          • Sermon 2
          • Leadership and Adventist Objectives
          • Children in the Church
          • Accepted in Christ
          • Slices of Life
          • Fanaticism, Revival, and Reformation
          • Greeters Are VIPs in the Church
        • 2001 Quarter 2
          • Editorial
          • Jesus Is All We Need
          • He Spoke Without Knowing
          • Pulpit Labor Followed by Private Effort
          • Developing a Philosophy of Church Music
          • "Follow His Steps"
          • Basic Principles in Approaching Non-adventists
          • Investing in Baptisms
          • Ingredients of an Evangelist Church
          • Overcoming Poor Articulation
          • Sermon 1
          • Sermon 2
          • Don’t Depend on Feelings
          • Slices of Life
          • Promoting Your Child’s Self-Esteem
        • 2001 Quarter 3
          • Editorial
          • Parleying With God
          • Sing Unto the Lord
          • Managing Committees Before They Manage You
          • The Fine Art of Visitation
          • Why the Heavy Losses Among Converts?
          • The Pastor’s Relationship to the Sabbath School
          • Sermon 1
          • Sermon 2
          • The Two Covenants
          • In Case of Baptism- Read These Instructions
          • Soul-Winning Elders
          • Unity in Christ
          • Children-Our Greatest Resource
          • What Is the Meaning of: Elder's Digest explains some difficult passages in the Bible.
          • Slices of Life
        • 2001 Quarter 4
          • Editorial
          • How God Qualifies a Man for His Task
          • Adventist Youth Prevail With Calm, Dignified Music
          • The Value of Making Disciples
          • Health and Religion
          • Our Part in an Unfinished Work
          • Making Sermons Interesting for Children
          • Sermon Seeds
          • Sermon 1
          • Sermon 2
          • Guidelines for the Communion Service
          • Funeral Service Orientation
          • Freedom From Fear
          • Questions and Answers About Miracles and the End of Time
          • Nurturing the Little Ones of the Lord
          • The Hebrew of Exodus 20:10
          • The Bible
      • 2002
        • 2002 Quarter 1
          • Editorial
          • From Daniel to Revelation
          • A Courteous Church
          • The Undershepherds
          • The Christian Way To Contend for the Faith
          • "I Can Take Care of Myself" -Peter
          • Jesus' Second Coming
          • Sermons and Worship Ideas
          • Sermons and Worship Ideas 2
          • How To Make the Most of Time
          • "Our Time Belongs to God"
          • Who Said Children Need To Participate?
          • SIices of Life
        • 2002 Quarter 2
          • Editorial
          • Submission: Is It Real?
          • Christian Influence and Ministry
          • Revitalizing Lethargic Liturgy
          • Renewing Worship Service
          • Sermon 1
          • Every Believer a Preacher
          • Qualifications for Successful Leadership
          • Child Friendly Pastoring
          • Are Adventist Teachings Christ-Centered?
          • Slices of Life
        • 2002 Quarter 3
          • Editorial
          • Preaching Is Like Growing a Garden
          • New Members and Their "Extended Family"
          • Creative Ideas for Renewing
          • Pastoral Prayer
          • Halifax, Nova Scotia to Host Net 2002
          • Sermon/Worship 1
          • Sermon/Worship 2
          • Slices of Life
          • Spirit of Prophecy
          • Reverence With Children in Church, or Socialized To Sit and Wait
          • About Christmas?
        • 2002 Quarter 4
          • Editorial
          • Preparing for Preaching
          • Strategies for Keeping New Members
          • Ideas for better Worship Service (Part II)
          • Pastoral Prayers
          • Causes for Neglecting Church Discipline
          • Sermon 1
          • Sermon 2
          • Qualifications for Successful Leadership
          • Slices of Life
          • Should We Kneel in Prayer?
          • Loving People You Don’t Like
          • Church Discipline Test
      • 2003
        • 2003 Quarter 1
          • Editorial
          • Time: The Unrenewable Resource
          • Sensitivity in Witnessing
          • The Beatitudes of the Preacher
          • Include Everyone in Sabbath School
          • A Roadmap for Sermons
          • Renew My Church
          • Twelve Great Signs of Jesus' Return
          • Suffer the Little Children
          • Do Your Best to Present Yourself Approved
          • Understanding the Book of Hebrews
        • 2003 Quarter 2
          • Editorial
          • Interview
          • Devotional
          • Music Worship Is a Matter of Principle
          • The Elder and the Quality of His Work
          • Working With Your Pastor in a Ministerial Team
          • Sermon 1
          • Sermon 2
          • Or Should We Look for Another?
          • Questions & Answers
          • Interesting Sermons for Children
          • The Power of a Picture
          • Spirit of Prophecy
        • 2003 Quarter 3
          • Sound a Clear Call
          • A Prevailing Prayer
          • The Revolution of the Church
          • The Pastor and Elder Relationship
          • How To Develop a Mutual Fellowship
          • The Prospects in Our Midst
          • Ellen G. White the Inspiration of the Prophet
          • How I Make an Altar Call
          • Children’s Story
          • Sermon 1
          • Sermon 2
          • What Church Members Expect of an Elder’s Spouse
          • Illustrations
          • Honoring Pastors
        • 2003 Quarter 4
          • Spirtual Revival
          • Vision of a Young Elder
          • Giving Glory to God
          • How Do You Accept Your Position?
          • The Need for Doctrinal Preaching
          • Such as I Have
          • Where is Jesus?
          • The Worship Recognized by Heaven
          • Confirmed on You
          • Children's Story
          • Celebrates the Pastor's Day
          • Don’t Forget the Children
          • God Has Work for You To Do
          • Understanding Your Bible
          • What Shall I Preach
      • 2004
        • 2004 Quarter 1
          • Editorial
          • Interview
          • Deacons Take Care of Almost Everything
          • Venturesome Leadership
          • The Historicity of the Bible
          • Sermon 1
          • Sermon 2
          • Know the Norms
          • The Need for Doctrinal Preaching
          • Two Messages for Me
          • Shepherd the Little Lambs
          • The Great Need of the Holy Spirit
          • Illustrations & Seeds for Sermons
          • Hurry Up and Wait
        • 2004 Quarter 2
          • Editorial
          • Interview
          • Preaching With an Objective
          • Do Adventists Need To Be Concerned About the Charismatic Movement?
          • The Management of Life
          • What is Preaching?
          • Evangelism in the Local Church-Entry Events
          • Bible
          • The Scriptures a Sufficient Guide
          • Questions and Answers
          • Nothing but the Blood
        • 2004 Quarter 3
          • Editorial
          • Interview
          • The Congregation and Finances
          • Leadership
          • Children's Story
          • Sermon 1
          • Sermon 2
          • The Harvest and the Scarecrow
          • Satan’s Plans Exposed
          • Ellen G. White: Inspired Woman
          • The Challenge of the Future
          • The Power of a Visit
        • 2004 Quarter 4
          • Editorial
          • God Answered on the Same Day
          • Can You Keep a Secret?
          • Facing Death: Does Faith Make a Difference?
          • Putting the Bible on the Map
          • Sermon 1
          • Spirit of Prophecy
          • Man’s Relationship to God
          • Questions & Answers
          • Looking Unto Jesus
          • Hands Off, Brethren!
          • Power in the Blood
      • 2005
        • 2005 Quarter 1
          • Editorial
          • Managing Conflict in the Congregation
          • Question & Answer
          • Prophecy
          • Sermon 1
          • Sermon 2
          • Children's Story
          • Unity of the Spirit
          • Affirmation of Creation
          • Legalism the Enemy of the Leadership
          • Platform Decorum and Dress
        • 2005 Quarter 2
          • Editorial
          • Managing Relationships Wisely
          • Questions & Answers
          • Almost Home
          • Pulpit to People
          • Sermon 1
          • Redemption Only Through Christ
          • What Is Preaching?
          • My thoughts/Poem
          • Christian Leadership
          • Personal Work for Decisions
          • Slippery Slope
        • 2005 Quarter 3
          • Editorial
          • How To Become a Disciple
          • Questions & Answers
          • Never lose your sense of urgency
          • Believers As Builders
          • Sermon 1
          • Sermon 2
          • Exalt Christ Not Man
          • Children’s Story
          • One Day We Will Be Called Up
          • Short Story
          • How Shall We Search the Scriptures?
          • How To Get More Decisions
          • The Peril of Playing One Note
        • 2005 Quarter 4
          • Editorial
          • Interview
          • Youth Ministry
          • The Spirit of the Lord God Is Upon Me
          • A Foundation for the Standard of the Church
          • How To Involve the Youth in the Church
          • Compelled by Mission
          • Tell the World
          • Ministry to the And
          • Touch a Heart Tell the World
          • Specializing in the Impossible
          • Laborers Together With God
          • Questions & Answers
          • Sermon 1
          • Sermon 2
          • Sermon 3
          • Sermon 4
          • Sabbath School Where It Came From and Where It’s Going
          • Why Lay Preaching?
          • Stranded With Grief
          • The Church Elder According to a Minister’s Wife
          • The Spirited Meeting
          • Reflections for a New Year
          • Which Version of the Bible Should I Use?
          • Spiritual Nature of Children
          • From Pastor to Elders
      • 2006
        • 2006 Quarter 1
          • Editorial
          • Interview
          • Youth Ministry
          • The Spirit of the Lord God Is Upon Me
          • A Foundation for the Standard of the Church
          • How To Involve the Youth in the Church
          • Compelled by Mission
          • Tell the World
          • Ministry to the And
          • Touch a Heart Tell the World
          • Specializing in the Impossible
          • Laborers Together With God
          • Questions & Answers
          • Sermon 1
          • Sermon 2
          • Sermon 3
          • Sermon 4
          • Why Lay Preaching?
          • Sabbath School Where It Came From and Where It’s Going
          • Stranded With Grief
          • The Church Elder According to a Minister’s Wife
          • The Spirited Meeting
          • Reflections for a New Year
          • Which Version of the Bible Should I Use?
          • Spiritual Nature of Children
          • From Pastor to Elders
        • 2006 Quarter 2
          • Editorial
          • Interview
          • Tips for Better Public Speaking
          • A Seventh-Day Adventist Philosophy of Music
          • A Church Filled With the Holy Spirit
          • Questions & Answers
          • Sermon 1
          • Sermon 2
          • Sermon 3
          • Sermon 4
          • Preaching With Power
          • A God Who Judges
          • The Mission of the Church
          • Is There a Worship Service or a Program in Your Church?
          • From Pastor to Elders
        • 2006 Quarter 3
          • Editorial
          • Interview
          • You Can Understand the Bible
          • Close That Door
          • Questions & Answers
          • Sermon 1
          • Sermon 2
          • Sermon 3
          • Sermon 4
          • The Reason for Mission
          • God’s Pulpit
          • Why Prayer Fails
          • Building Strong Families
          • The Meaning of Marriage
          • How About Platform Appearance and Manners?
          • From Pastor to Elders
        • 2006 Quarter 4
          • Editorial
          • Interview
          • Pastor’s Day 2006
          • Introducing the Guest Speaker
          • Questions & Answers
          • Can the Pastor Do It Alone?
          • Posture in Prayer
          • Sermon 1
          • Sermon 2
          • Sermon 3
          • Sermon 4
          • Steps to Success
          • Competence To Lead
          • Basic Requirements for Leaders
          • Home Visitation: Necessary for a Healthy Church
          • From Pastor to Elders
      • 2007
        • 2007 Quarter 1
          • Editorial
          • Interview
          • How Do Efficient Leaders Act?
          • Questions & Answers
          • Doing More in the Year 2007
          • A Moddest Appeal to Preachers
          • Sermon 1
          • Sermon 2
          • Sermon 3
          • Sermon 4
          • Why a Church Wedding?
          • Time for the Second Angel’s Message
          • The Art of Speech
          • From Pastor to Elders
          • Starting All Over
        • 2007 Quarter 2
          • Editorial
          • Interview
          • When Trying Is Not Enough
          • Another Attack on the Family
          • Questions & Answers
          • Steps for Effective Visitation
          • Sermon 1
          • Sermon 2
          • Sermon 3
          • Sermon 4
          • Dealing With Criticism
          • Bibles That Divide
          • Ethics: 20 "NOs" for Young Elders
          • Living Principles of Worship
        • 2007 Quarter 3
          • Editorial
          • Interview
          • Addictions
          • Questions & Answers
          • Charles Dudley on Youth
          • Sermon 1
          • Sermon 2
          • Sermon 3
          • Sermon 4
          • He World Church: Without Lay Leaders, the Church’s Work Would Cease
          • The Elder’s Wife and the Pastor’s Wife
          • Invest in Kids!
          • Leadership for Spiritual Renewal and Growth
          • Fair-Weather Christians
          • The Challenge of Postmodernism
          • From Pastor to Elders
        • 2007 Quarter 4
          • Editorial
          • Message
          • Should Adventist Elders Talk With Other Religious Leaders?
          • The Art of Speech
          • Questions & Answers
          • New Year
          • Sermon 1
          • Sermon 2
          • Sermon 3
          • Sermon 4
          • Sermon 5
          • Worship: Sacred & Secular
          • Where Have All the Adventists Gone?
          • Supporting the Baptismal Class
          • Planning a Good Church Election
          • Appreciating
          • From Pastor to Elders
      • 2008
        • 2008 Quarter 1
          • Editorial
          • Interview
          • Questions & Answers
          • What Is Preaching?
          • Entertainment as a Form of Worship
          • Making Time for the Essential
          • Sermon 1
          • Sermon 2
          • Sermon 3
          • Sermon 4
          • The Many Gifts of Gracelink
          • The Ministry of the Elder
          • Children’s Ministries
          • The Art of Speech
          • From Pastor to Elders
        • 2008 Quarter 2
          • Editorial
          • Interview
          • Becoming a Bridge Builder for Buddhists
          • Questions & Answers
          • Elders As Shepherds and Leaders of a Local Church
          • Sermon 1
          • Sermon 2
          • Sermon 3
          • Sermon 4
          • The Communion Service in the Adventist Worship and the Issue of "Unworthiness"
          • Global Perspective
          • The Joy of Service
          • A Special Feast:
          • The Art of Speech
          • The Elder and the Sabbath School
          • From Pastor to Elders
        • 2008 Quarter 3
          • Editorial
          • Interview
          • Church Administration
          • Questions & Answers
          • Cowboys, Stockmen and Elders: Some Common Pitfalls
          • Nurture: Receiving and Holding Converts
          • Sermon 1
          • Sermon 2
          • Sermon 3
          • Sermon 4
          • Global Perspective - Part 2
          • Ecumenism or Good Relations?
          • Refocusing Our Priorities
          • Mission Spotlight: A Tribute
          • The Art of Speech
          • From Pastor to Elders
        • 2008 Quarter 4
          • Editorial
          • Interview
          • The Art of Speech
          • Taking the Gospel to People One-by-One
          • The Christian and Politics
          • Local Sabbath School Expands Its Horizons
          • Sermon 1
          • Sermon 2
          • Sermon 3
          • Sermon 4
          • The Visitor-Friendly Church
          • Elders Encouraging Small Groups for Youth
          • Question & Answers
          • Welcome, Pastor!
          • Church Administration: Resolving Conflicts
          • From Pastor to Elders
      • 2009
        • 2009 Quarter 1
          • Editorial
          • Interview
          • Touch a Heart, Tell the World
          • Mission Week for Kids
          • How Elder's Can Help
          • Say It Boldly
          • 10 Ways To Keep Your Church From Growing
          • Sermon 1
          • Sermon 2
          • Sermon 3
          • Sermon 4
          • Who Can Baptize?
          • Follow the Bible
          • Question & Answers
          • The Voice of Love
          • Church Administration: Strategies for the Coming Year
          • The Art of Speech
          • From Pastor to Elders
        • 2009 Quarter 2
          • Editorial
          • Interview
          • The Ministry of the Deacon and Deaconess
          • Local Church Elders: Team Leadership
          • Boring Board Meetings?
          • Guiding Principles for Sabbath Observance
          • Sermon 1
          • Sermon 2
          • Sermon 3
          • Sermon 4
          • Healthy Tips for Elders
          • Sabbath Observance - Guidelines - Part 1
          • Question & Answers
          • Go to the Ant . . .
          • A New Vision for 2009
          • The Art of Speech
          • From Pastor to Elders
        • 2009 Quarter 3
          • Editorial
          • Interview
          • Is Your Church a River Church?
          • CHURCH ADMINISTRATION: The nomination for the office of elder
          • Your Church: Where Is the Emphasis?
          • Discipling Postmoderns: It’s All About Getting Connected
          • Sermon 1
          • Sermon 2
          • Sermon 3
          • Sermon 4
          • Healthy Tips for Elders
          • Sabbath O Bservance - Guide Lines - Part 2 - Final
          • Question & Answers
          • The Art of Speech
          • Faith and Finances in the End Times
          • From Pastor to Elders
          • "Try My Mind and My Heart!"
          • Intersection: Your Faith, Your World
        • 2009 Quarter 4
          • Editorial
          • I Saw the Lord
          • Healthy Attitude Toward Truth
          • Interview
          • Celebrating Pastor Appreciation Day
          • The Challenge of Youth Leadership
          • Doctrinal Leadership
          • Sermon 1
          • Sermon 2
          • Sermon 3
          • Sermon 4
          • Chairing Committees
          • Healthy Tips for Elders
          • Do You Have Compassion Fatigue or Joy in Service?
          • Question & Answer
          • Adventist Preaching Offers Solution for Holiday Worship
          • Leadership: How To Lead Your Church to Growth
          • The Art of Speech
          • From Pastor to Elders
      • 2010
        • 2010 Quarter 1
          • Editorial
          • Interview
          • The Elder and the Bible
          • The Spirit of Prophecy
          • Church Elders As Advocates for Adventist Education
          • The Undershepherds
          • Elder’s Story
          • Sermon 1
          • Sermon 2
          • Sermon 3
          • Sermon 4
          • Healthy Tips for Elders
          • Adventist Worship
          • The Art of Speech
          • Question & Answer
          • The Unspoken Heroes
          • Book Review
          • Sharing the Good News in the 21st Century
          • Soldier for Christ
          • From Pastor to Elders
        • 2010 Quarter 2
          • Editorial
          • Interview
          • The Ideal Elder
          • Counsels to Elders
          • "The Perfect Church"
          • General Conference Session Theme Song
          • Festivals of Religious Freedom: They Made History and You Can, Too!
          • Sermon 1
          • Sermon 2
          • Sermon 3
          • Sermon 4
          • Question & Answer
          • Healthy Tips for Elders
          • The Art of Speech
          • Characteristics of Contemporary Preaching - Part 1
          • Start End It Now!
          • A Tribute to James A. Cress
        • 2010 Quarter 3
          • Editorial
          • Interview
          • Tell the World
          • Proclaiming God’s Grace
          • Let the Poor Give, Too
          • Healthy Tips for Elders
          • Sermon 1
          • Sermon 2
          • Sermon 3
          • Sermon 4
          • Question & Answer
          • Sabbath School and Personal Ministries in the Local Church
          • The Church Elder’s Four Pastoral Responsibilities
          • Heart and Money Matters
          • Characteristics of Contemporary Preaching - Part 2
          • The Art of Speech
          • Preventing Doctrinal Divisiveness Within the Church
        • 2010 Quarter 4
          • Editorial
          • News
          • My Testimony to God’s Love
          • Celebrating Pastor Appreciation Day
          • Some Problems With "Adventist" Futurism
          • Sharing the Load and the Blessings
          • Is My Bookmark Moving?
          • Sermon 1
          • Sermon 2
          • Sermon 3
          • Sermon 4
          • Question & Answer
          • From Woman to Woman: Think Before Acting
          • Trinity in the Bible - Worshipping Jesus - The "Eternally Blessed God!" Part 1
          • Worship Planning From the Perspective of the Pew
          • Healthy Tips for Elders
          • How Leaders Can Encourage Pastors
          • Finding Common Ground Learning To Value People From Other Religious Groups
          • The Art of Speech
          • The Best-Kept Secret in the Adventist Church
      • 2011
        • 2011 Quarter 1
          • Editorial
          • Interview
          • Question & Answer
          • Healthy Tips for Elders
          • Tell the World 2011 and You
          • God’s Promised Gift: An Urgent Appeal for Revival, Reformation, Discipleship, and Evangelism
          • Sermon 1
          • Sermon 2
          • Sermon 3
          • Sermon 4
          • Youth Perspective: The "Missing Generations"
          • New DVD Bible Studies for Women
          • Trinity in the Bible - Part 2 the Spirit: Distinct and Divine
          • How To Be a Good Farmer - Even in a City: Creating a Community-Based Ministry
          • Theological Focus: Creation Debate in the Seventh-Day Adventist Church
        • 2011 Quarter 2
          • Editorial
          • Interview
          • Leadership and the Church
          • Question & Answer
          • Supporting the Baptismal Class
          • Trinity in the Bible - Part 3 Adventists and the Trinity
          • Sermon 1
          • Sermon 2
          • Sermon 3
          • Sermon 4
          • If Not in the Church, Where Will the World Find Grace?
          • The Art of Speech
          • Adventist World Radio: Serving a "New Continent"
          • Foundations for Ellen White's Prophetic Call
          • Healthy Tips for Elders
          • Soul-Winning Elders
          • Kidder’s Column
        • 2011 Quarter 3
          • Editorial
          • Interview
          • World Divisions and the Great Controversy Project
          • A Bold Plan
          • Why the Great Controversy?
          • Showing Respect and Avoiding Cultural Blunders
          • Elders: A Call To Be Mediators
          • Healthy Tips for Elders
          • Revival as a Way of Life
          • Sermon 1
          • Sermon 2
          • Sermon 3
          • Sermon 4
          • While in the Hands of Jesus
          • Visiting for the Master
          • Motivation of a Church Elder
          • Ellen White’s Biblical Principles of Worship
          • Question & Answer
          • The Art of Speech
          • Kidder’s Column
        • 2011 Quarter 4
          • Editorial
          • Interview
          • Question & Answer
          • Clapping: Fit or Unfit for Worship?
          • Something Is Missing in All the Churches
          • Sermon 1
          • Sermon 2
          • Sermon 3
          • Sermon 4
          • Teaching by Example: Biblical Leadership Principles for Church Elders
          • Worship of Our God
          • Doing Church for Whom?
          • The Art of Speech
          • Once a Month Jesus Comes and Holds My Hand . . .
          • Pornography: Stay Away!
          • Healthy Tips for Elders
          • Kidder’s Column
      • 2012
        • 2012 Quarter 1
          • Editorial
          • Operation Global Rain
          • The Art of Speech
          • Leadership: The 5 Worst Traits of Poor Leaders
          • Beautifying Baptismal Service
          • Question & Answer
          • Grace for "Stoning Sinners"
          • Sermon 1
          • Sermon 2
          • Sermon 3
          • Sermon 4
          • Statement on Creation: The Bible’s Worldview
          • The Tyranny of Technological Expectations
          • When Can Elders Say, "It Seems Good to Us"?
          • Counterfeit Worship: To Worship Is To Discern
          • "Our Community Does Not Know Us . . . "
          • "This Truth Is for Me as Well"
          • Healthy Tips
          • Kidder’s Column
        • 2012 Quarter 2
          • Editorial
          • Interview
          • The Mystery of the Godhead - Part 1
          • Question & Answer
          • Biblical Qualifications for Elders - Part 1 - Blameless
          • Spiritual Renewal Impacts Social Change
          • Take Your Eyes off Yourself and Lead
          • The Origin of Systematic Benevolence
          • Sermon 1
          • Sermon 2
          • Sermon 3
          • Sermon 4
          • Some Thoughts on the Content of the Mission of the Church
          • The Art of Speech
          • Evangelism in the Book of Acts: A Biblical Model for Churches
          • Healthy Tips
          • Child Dedication
          • Beyond Atlanta
          • Kidder’s Column
        • 2012 Quarter 3
          • Editorial
          • Getting the Best From Your Bible
          • Ten Days of Prayer
          • 777 InPrayer
          • The Mystery of the God Incarnate - Part 2
          • Biblical Qualifications for Elders - Part 2
          • Sermon 1
          • Sermon 2
          • Sermon 3
          • Sermon 4
          • Question & Answer
          • The Art of Speech
          • Statement on Child Sexual Abuse
          • What’s Your Domain?
          • Healthy Tips for Elders
          • Keeping "Your Cool" During Hot Committee Meetings
          • Help, Lord! I’ve Been Asked to Plant a Church!
          • Three Days to Kathmandu
          • Kidder’s Column
        • 2012 Quarter 4
          • Editorial
          • Interview
          • Biblical Doctrine
          • Question and Answer
          • Nurture, Empower, Outreach - Focus Equips Women for Ministry
          • Healthy Tips for Elders
          • How To Keep the Sabbath Holy
          • Sermon 1
          • Sermon 2
          • Sermon 3
          • Sermon 4
          • A Seventh-Day Adventist Statement on Gambling
          • Why Do People Come to Church?
          • 12 Steps for Preparing and Delivering Powerful Biblical Sermons
          • The Art of Speech
          • Open Your Bible: Enter the Gateway of God
          • Good Year-End Advice for Churches
          • Code of Ethics for Elders
          • Kidder’s Column
      • 2013
        • 2013 Quarter 1
          • Editorial
          • Interview
          • Recommitting to Mission After 150 Years
          • Stewardship of the Body
          • Those who believe in God > Part 1
          • Question & Answer
          • Open Your Bible: Enter the Gateway of God
          • Healthy Tips for Elders
          • "As I walked around and looked carefully . . ."
          • Sermon 1
          • Sermon 2
          • Sermon 3
          • Sermon 4
          • Seventh-day Adventist Statement on Homosexuality
          • The Foot-Washing Dilemma
          • Deacons: Servants of the Church
          • The Art of Speech
          • Thoughts for the New Year
          • Leading With Heart
          • Kidder’s Column
          • Adventist World Radio: Bringing Light to the World
        • 2013 Quarter 2
          • Editorial
          • Mission to the Cities: Hope for Large Urban Centers
          • Worldwide Initiative Will Reach 650 Large Cities
          • NY13: A Miracle in the Making
          • Evangelism in a World of Constant Change
          • Church Planting in the Context of Big Cities
          • How Can the Local Church Participate?
          • Evangelism and Service Go Together!
          • Kidder's Column
          • Sermon 1
          • Sermon 2
          • Sermon 3
          • Sermon 4
          • Open Your Bible: Enter the Gateway of God
          • Healthy Tips for Elders
          • Question & Answer
          • Those who believe in God > Part 2
          • Practical Tips: Preaching a Funeral
          • The Art of Speech
          • Seventh-day Advent Statement on Racism
          • Scripture and Food
          • Happiness in Madagascar
        • 2013 Quarter 3
          • Editorial
          • Interview
          • Deacons: Servants of the HOUSE OF GOD
          • Question & Answer
          • Other-Centered Worship Ministry
          • Healthy Tips for Elders
          • Sabbath School Rolls Out Resource for New Members
          • FM Programs Launched in India: A Historic First
          • Sermon 1
          • Sermon 2
          • Sermon 3
          • Sermon 4
          • "You’re the First Church That Ever Asked"
          • The Art of Speech
          • The Gift of Sexuality
          • Open Your Bible: Enter the Gateway of God
          • Seventh-day Adventist Response to same sex unions
          • Preaching Ethics: Is Pulpit Humor Ever Appropriate?
          • Those who believe in God > Part 3
          • Kidder's Column
        • 2013 Quarter 4
          • Editorial
          • Stewardship And Money
          • Stewardship: Five Essential Insights for Christians
          • Making the Case for Giving
          • Question & Answer
          • Healthy Tips for Elders
          • "Of Such Is the Kingdom of Heaven"
          • Changing the Future for Rwandan Widow
          • Sermon 1
          • Sermon 2
          • Sermon 3
          • Sermon 4
          • Pope Francis, 666, and Time Setting
          • "We Can’t Afford Not to Have Someone Like This in Our Community . . ."
          • Open Your Bible: Enter the Gateway of God
          • The Art of Speech
          • Chemical Use, Abuse, and Dependency
          • Child Dedication: A Suggested Ceremony
          • Kidder's Column
      • 2014
        • 2014 Quarter 1
          • Looking Forward To The New Year
          • The Great Controversy Project And The New Missionary Book, Beyond Imagination
          • Pictures Of Revival
          • Communion
          • 10 Tips For Better Preaching
          • New Year's Resolutions For Your Worship Ministry
          • What Does Membership Mean?
          • Choices For Life
          • Importance Of Speaking Well > part 2
          • Prosperous Health
          • Healthy Living
          • Healthy Family
          • The Healthy Church
          • Strategic Ministry Planning
          • Response To An Affirmation Of Creation
          • 10 Things Every Worship Leader Should Know
          • Christian Lifestyle And Appearance
          • Open Your Bible: Enter The Gateway of God
          • Qualifications And Work The Elder
          • Adventist World Radio: Location, Location, Location
        • 2014 Quarter 2
          • Welcome, Deacons And Deaconesses
          • Marching Orders
          • Nine B.L.E.S.S.I.N.G.S. Of Pastoral Visitation
          • Open Your Bible: Enter The Gateway of God
          • Dress Code
          • Birth Control
          • Noahs Ark: A Picture Of Salvation (Part 1)
          • Noahs Ark: A Picture Of Salvation (Part 2)
          • The Blessing No One Wants
          • "In Jesus' Name, Amen
          • Revival In The Local Church
          • The Art Of Listening To A Sermon
          • Clarity And Purity Of Utterance > part 1 of 3
          • Is A Church Building Necessary?
          • "Be The Mission"
          • The Gift Of Prophecy
          • The Spiritual Heart Of The Leader: Leading From Within
          • Choices For Life
          • 5 Ways To Rate Your Church
        • 2014 Quarter 3
          • Worship: Purposes And Parts
          • Last Rites For A Dying Church
          • Deacons And Deaconesses
          • Basic Elements Of The Worship Service
          • Church Issues
          • Homelessness And Poverty
          • What Love Can Do
          • Jesus: The Fountain Of Living Water
          • Jesus: The Light Of The World
          • Jesus: The Good Shepherd
          • Jesus: The Bread Of Life
          • Nine Keys To Successful Visitation
          • Clarity And Purity Of Utterance > part 2 of 3
          • Seven Mistakes In Public Speaking
          • Stewardship Of Gifts And Talents
          • Open Your Bible: Enter The Gateway of God
          • Choices For Life
          • Training Tools For The Maasai
          • Great Lovers
        • 2014 Quarter 4
          • A Gift To The Human Family
          • Elders Digest 20th Anniversary
          • The End-Time Remnant
          • Ellen G. White's Ministry
          • The Seventh-Day Adventist Church's Understanding Of Ellen Whites Authority
          • Clarity And Purity Of Utterance > part 3 of 3
          • Confidence In The Spirit Of Prophecy
          • Jesus: The Great Soul-Winner
          • Jesus: The Great Physician
          • Jesus: The Great Encourager
          • Jesus: The Great Gift-Giver
          • Where Is God Already Active In Your Community
          • 10 Things
          • Loving Those Who Work For Us
          • What Is A Deacon?
          • Open Your Bible: Enter The Gateway of God
          • Choices For Life
          • Five Web Tools Your Church Needs
          • Training Worshipers: A Key To Effective Worship
      • 2015
        • 2015 Quarter 1
          • Making Church Relevant Today
          • 100th Anniversary Of Ellen G. White's Death
          • What Is Seventh-Day Adventist Preaching?
          • Centennial Of Ellen G. White's Prophetic Legacy
          • Ellen G. White's Life And Ministry
          • Spiritual Renewal Impacts Social Change
          • Be Filled With The Holy Spirit
          • Fear Not
          • What Is Heaven Like?
          • Belief Or Doubt?
          • Born Again
          • Steward Or Worshiper
          • Importance Of General Health
          • The Last Message For This World
          • 10 Points For Paperless Preaching
          • Open Your Bible
          • Choices For Life
          • The Four Types Of Church Conflict > part 1
        • 2015 Quarter 2
          • The Importance Of Appreciation
          • Worldwide Church Accomplishments And Challenges
          • A Unique Prophetic Movement
          • Marriage Of Persons Who Have Experienced Sex Change Surgery - A Current Position BRI Ethics Committee, October 2014
          • Statements On Aids And Drugs
          • Making The Right Choices
          • Go Forward
          • Jesus Our Savior
          • Light The World
          • 100 Days Of Prayer
          • Reap Them And Keep Them!
          • Proper Use Of The Voice
          • Don't Be A Friendly Church
          • Christian And The Church
          • Choices For Life
          • How To Handle Church Conflict > part 2
          • Entering The Land Of Dragon
        • 2015 Quarter 3
          • Ethics And The Church
          • The Church And Her Critics
          • Ending Violence Against Women And Girls
          • Women's Ordination To The Pastoral Ministry
          • Serving During The Services Of The Church
          • Generation Change
          • Important Counsels To Be Consideredw
          • Call To Listen
          • Lesson's From The Church At Ephesus
          • Lessons From The Church At Smyrna
          • Lesson From The Church At Pergamum
          • Lesson's From The Church At Thyatira
          • Elders And The Lost
          • Choices For Life
          • Sex Change Surgery
          • Lessons From Daniel 2
          • It's Our Ministry
          • Needed: More Leaders
          • Life-Changing Stories
        • 2015 Quarter 4
          • Sources Of Conflict In The Church
          • Unleashing God's Power!
          • Nurture And Protection Of Children
          • The Power Of Youth Leadership
          • Seven Suggestions For The Sound-System Specialist
          • Don't Grease The Slope
          • Proper Use Of The Voice
          • Effective Church Staff Meetings
          • Lessons From The Church At Sardis
          • Lessons From The Church At Philadelphia
          • Lesson's From The Church At Laodicea
          • God And My Righteousness
          • Truth That Is Not Afraid Of Innovation
          • Strategies For Difficult Disagreements
          • Serving The Church
          • Choices For Life
          • Contact Ellen G. White Estates
          • Lessons From Daniel 3
          • Sex On Sabbath
          • Life-Changing Stories
      • 2016
        • 2016 Quarter 1
          • Preaching Styles
          • Tips For Sermon Preparation
          • Is Your Local Church A Truly Safe One?
          • Freedom Of Speech
          • I'm Not God
          • Pulpits Of Hope
          • Love And Kindness > part 1
          • Preaching Styles: The Biographical Sermon
          • The Strongest Of Weak Men
          • Lesson's From The Life Of Daniel
          • Lessons From The Life Of Jonah
          • A Stewards Walk Of Faith
          • Elders And The Generational Relay
          • Global Health Issues
          • Adventists And Alcohol
          • Serving The Members Of The Church
          • Lessons From Daniel 4
          • A Lifestyle Of Compassion Is True Evangelism
          • Life-Changing Stories
        • 2016 Quarter 2
          • An Essential Leadership Quality
          • Reach The World
          • TMI: A New Approach
          • Who Can The Church Love?
          • Serving During The Services Of The Church
          • Preaching Powerfully: Is It Possible? > part 1 of 6
          • Love And Kindness > part 2
          • Preaching Styles
          • The Answered Question
          • The Unrestricted God
          • A Prodigal God: Generosity Unlimited
          • What You Give Means...
          • Pastor's Salary
          • Ministering In The Face Of Tragedy
          • Global Health Issues
          • Pornography
          • Everybody Belongs, Everybody Serves
          • Lessons From Daniel 5
          • How To Spend An Hour In Prayer
          • Craving Answers In Ukraine
        • 2016 Quarter 3
          • Good Sermon Preparation
          • Some Thoughts On The Inspiration Of The Bible
          • Listen, Share, Multiply
          • Preaching Powerfully: Is It Possible? > part 2 of 6
          • When People Disappoint
          • Pure Language
          • Preaching Styles
          • The Church Called Christian
          • The Adequacy Of Faith
          • A Praying Church
          • Correcting Another Christian
          • Why Can't We Use
          • Global Health Issues
          • Global Poverty
          • Winning The Worship Wars > part 1
          • Serving During The Services Of The Church
          • Lessons From Daniel 6
          • How To Study The Bible For Transformation
        • 2016 Quarter 4
          • Total Member Involvement
          • Total Member Involvement: A Call To Action
          • Massive Evangelism On A Personal Scale
          • TMI And Visionary Leadership
          • Serving During The Services Of The Church
          • Winning The Worship Wars > part 2
          • Safety While Serving
          • No Harsh Words Nor Debating Spirit > part 1
          • Stewardship And Joy
          • Funeral Message
          • Jesus Is The Light Of The World
          • What Is Jesus Trying To Say?
          • Contemporary Christian Music
          • Why Our Churches Need To Be On Social Media
          • Global Health Issues
          • Values
          • Commitment To Health And Healing
          • A Church Pastor's Dream List
          • Preaching Powerfully: Is It Possible? > part 3 of 6
          • Lessons From Daniel 7
          • The Worship Experience We Long For: The Why Of Worship
      • 2017
        • 2017 Quarter 1
          • Lessons From Bible Characters
          • What Is In Your Heart?
          • Serving The Members Of The Church
          • Great Hymns Of The Church > part 1
          • Winning The Worship Wars > part 3
          • No Harsh Words Nor Debating Spirit > part 2
          • Parable Of The Sower
          • Parable Of The Good Samaritan
          • Christian Character
          • My God Can
          • Church Manual
          • The Power Of Humility
          • Sexual Behavior
          • Preaching Powerfully: Is It Possible? > part 4 of 6
          • Lessons From Daniel 8
          • The How Of Worship
          • Global Health Issues
        • 2017 Quarter 2
          • The Importance Of Unity
          • Theological Unity In A Growing World Church
          • 5 Ways To Encourage Youth
          • Serving The Members Of The Church
          • Great Hymns Of The Church > part 2
          • Starting Small
          • A Seventh-Day Adventist Philosophy Of Music
          • No Harsh Words Nor Debating Spirit > part 3
          • What Is Of Most Value
          • Radical Change
          • I Am With You
          • Your Faith Saved You
          • Resources
          • Global Health Issues
          • Well-Being And Value Of Children
          • Stopping A Watery Grave-Baptismal Tank Safety
          • Preaching Powerfully: Is It Possible? > part 5 of 6
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          • The Worship Experience We Long For: The Place Of Praise
          • I Only Want To Witness
        • 2017 Quarter 3
          • The Important Ministry Of Deacons And Deaconesses
          • The Ministry Of The Deaconess Through History > part 1 of 2
          • Lessons From Daniel 10
          • No Longer Alone
          • 4 Things You Can Do To Improve Safety At Your Church
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          • The Perfection Of The Holy Scriptures
          • The Preservation Of The Holy Scriptures
          • The Purpose Of The Holy Scriptures
          • The Profit Of The Holy Scriptures
          • Christ's Nature
          • Shepherding Artists In The Flock
          • Brevity > part 1
          • Preaching Powerfully: Is It Possible? > part 6 of 6
          • Global Health Issues
          • Great Hymns Of The Church > part 3
          • Christian Community
        • 2017 Quarter 4
          • Pastor's Appreciations Day: "I Also Send You"
          • The Ministry Of The Deaconess Through History > part 2 of 2
          • Affirmation Of Family
          • Music Matters > part 1
          • Brevity > part 2
          • Global Health Issues
          • Hope In Our Battles
          • Be Not Afraid, Only Believe
          • What Matters Most
          • The Roadmap For Revival
          • War In Heaven
          • Lessons From Daniel 11 And 12
          • 3 Ways To Increase Safety
          • Great Hymns Of The Church > part 4
          • Christian Community
          • Increase Your Influence
          • Hope In Our Battle
      • 2018
        • 2018 Quarter 1
          • Music Matters In The Church
          • Qualifications Of Deacons And Deaconesses > part 1
          • Adding Members Through Studies
          • Peace
          • Music Matters > part 2
          • Brevity > part 3
          • Another Year For Thee
          • We Can Trust His Word
          • We Must Obey His Word
          • Rightly Interpreting God's Word
          • God's Word Guides Us
          • An Act Of Worship
          • Missional Prayer
          • The Lord's Supper
          • Great Hymns Of The Church > part 5
          • Leadership Choices
          • Outrageous Forgiveness, Unpayable Debt
          • Total Member Involvement
        • 2018 Quarter 2
          • A Big Concern
          • Effective New Members
          • Am I My Sister's Keeper?
          • Nurture And Retention
          • Recommitting, Reconnecting, And Reconciling
          • Conserving Membership Gains
          • Brevity > part 4
          • What Matters Most
          • Christian Education
          • God's Pattern For His Church
          • Spirit-Filled Praying
          • Qualifications Of Deacons And Deaconesses > part 2
          • Seventh-Day Adventists And Nutrition
          • All About Cosmetics
          • Music Matters > part 3
          • Why Baptism?
          • Great Hymns Of The Church > part 6
          • Forgiveness
          • "Thank God For Not Leaving Me Behind"
        • 2018 Quarter 3
          • The Christian Life Test
          • Qualifications Of Deacons And Deaconesses > part 3
          • How To Make Your Church Irresistible
          • Adding Members Through Studies
          • What The Church Needs Most
          • Speed And Tone > part 1
          • Balanced Living, Balanced Teaching
          • A Gracious Invitation
          • He Knows And Cares For You
          • God's Faithfulness
          • The Problem And Solution To Sin
          • Do Christians Have To Be Vegetarian?
          • Music Matters > part 4
          • Attending Church
          • Local Fm Station In Spain
          • Longing For God
          • How To Avoid Controversy
          • Statement On Transgenderism
          • Forgiveness
        • 2018 Quarter 4
          • The Reason For Everything
          • Deacons: Proclaiming The Gospel and Winning Souls
          • Preaching: An Essential, Central, Spiritual Dimension Of Leadership
          • Same-Sex Unions
          • Adding Members Through Studies
          • Speed And Tone > part 2
          • Rest For The Soul
          • Who Is The Holy Spirit?
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          • Making Disciples: Another Look At The Great Commission (Matt.28:19)
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          • Introducing New Music In Worship Services General Principles > part 2
          • The Observance Of Christmas: What Is Christmas?
          • Modern-Day Sacrifices
          • Someone Who's Been There -- Greece
      • 2019
        • 2019 Quarter 1
          • Editorial
          • Discover the Power of Discipleship and Leave the Back Door Open!
          • Discipleship Handbook
          • Making Disciples
          • The Art of Speech
          • The Tests of Hymns Worthy of Worship
          • Four Hymns on Prayer
          • Healthy Tips for Elders
          • Sermon 1
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          • Sermon 3
          • Sermon 4
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          • Adding Members Through Studies: How You Can Achieve It > Part 4 of 8
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          • Deaconesses: Proclaiming the Gospel and Winning Souls > Part 5
          • Care for the Dying
          • Kidder's Column
          • Make Your Church a Safe Place
        • 2019 Quarter 2
          • Editorial
          • Healthy Tips for Elders
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          • Four Hymns of Service
          • Adding Members Through Studies: How You Can Achieve It > Part 5 of 8
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          • Buried Alive
        • 2019 Quarter 3
          • Editorial
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          • Four Hymns of Service
          • Healthy Tips for Elders
          • The Owner and the Steward
          • Adding Members Through Studies: How You Can Achieve It > Part 6 of 8
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          • Editorial
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          • The Theology of Life > Part 2
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          • Adding Members Through Studies: How You Can Achieve It > Part 7 of 8
          • Certainty in an Uncertain World?
          • Healthy Tips for Elders
          • Sermon 1
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          • Sermon 3
          • Sermon 4
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      • 2020
        • 2020 Quarter 1
          • Editorial
          • Disciples Keeping Disciples: Getting To Know One Another > Part 1
          • The Spiritual Leadership of the Diaconate
          • The Theology of Life > Part 3
          • Adding Members Through Studies: How You Can Achieve It > Part 8 of 8
          • A New Paradise
          • Healthy Tips for Elders
          • Sermon 1
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          • Reaching Children for Jesus
          • Christ’s Place in the Godhead
          • A Simple Guide to the Book of Revelation
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          • What Members Wish Pastors Knew
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          • Christ’s Second Coming
          • The Theology of Life > Part 4
          • The One-sermon Wonder: Grow with our HopeLives365 Online University
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          • Healthy Tips for Elders
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          • A Simple Guide to the Book of Isaiah
          • Seven Things Praise Teams Should Not Do
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          • Essential Guidance for Surviving the End Time
          • Kidder's Column
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          • Editorial
          • Nominating Committee: Ministry Models
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          • The Theology of Life > Part 5
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        • 2020 Quarter 4
          • Editorial
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          • The Theology of Life > Part 6
          • Empowering the Young
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          • Ministering to Widows
          • The Elder as a Discipler
          • The Theology of Life > Part 7
          • New Seventh-day Adventist Encyclopedia Is a Valuable Asset to Ministry Leaders
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          • Are Mission Offerings Still a Thing?
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          • Mentoring in the Great Outdoors
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          • Responding to: What Do Seventh-day Adventists Believe?
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