Best Adventist Record Podcasts (2025)

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Adventist origins: How the church started in the South Pacific 19:17

18d ago19:17

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The Seventh-day Adventist Church in the South Pacific (SPD) was established by mission minded people and printing and sharing their faith was a key part of that strategy. We join Dr Barry Oliver, former SPD president, as he takes us through some of that history and how Adventist Record has played a part. #RecordLive Wednesdays 4pm, podcast Friday m…

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Big changes are coming to Adventist Review 8:45

25d ago8:45

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Big changes are coming to Adventist Review, we had a chance to sit down with AR's news editor to find out what’s ahead for the Church’s most historic publications. Plus: A new women’s devotional launches in Australia, the SPD opens an exhibit of rare Bibles and ELIA Wellness gets ready for its 2025 summit. 00:00 Opening and headlines 00:31 Adventis…

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46: Skeptics of church-state separation versus the historical record - with Steven Green. 37:12

5h ago37:12

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How can we make sense of competing visions for the role of religion in American governance? We can start by following the paper trail left by Thomas Jefferson and James Madison. Guest: Steven K. Green, Professor of Law and Director of the Center for Religion, Law & Democracy, Willamette University Show Notes: New book by Steven Green, The Grand Col…

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45: An "outsider's" perspective on Christianity and American democracy with Jonathan Rauch 37:24

6d ago37:24

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What can a Jewish atheist teach us about the vital role Christianity plays in maintaining the health of the American republic? Guest: Jonathan Rauch, author and Brookings Institute fellow Show Notes: Book by Jonathan Rauch, Cross Purposes: Christianty's Broken Bargain with Democracy https://www.amazon.com/Cross-Purposes-Christianitys-Bargain-Democr…

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Record Editors: the people behind the pages 23:00

12d ago23:00

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Did you know the longest serving editor of Adventist Record was a woman, named Anna Hindson? Do you know when the letters section started letting people have contrary opinions? And why? You're about the find out. Adventist Record is a hungry beast, with deadlines rolling around week to week. In this episode we meet some of the editors that have mad…

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44: A global trend we can't ignore. Interview with Aykan Erdemir. 35:22

13d ago35:22

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History's lessons about antisemitism are fading from our collective memory. A new generation must grapple with this age-old form of hate and what it means for minorities of every kind in today's world. Guest: Aykan Erdemir, Anti-Defamation League Show Notes: "The ADL Global 100 Index results: https://www.adl.org/adl-global-100-index-antisemitism Pr…

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Can healthy eating cut grocery costs? 11:30

18d ago11:30

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Eating healthy might actually save you money—up to 20 per cent, according to a new initiative by a team of Adventist health professionals. In this episode, we look at how the FoodSAVE program is equipping churches to help their communities eat well on a budget. Plus: Why Adventist leaders in Australia are urging the government to be more generous w…

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43: A final push on the teetering church-state wall? Interview with Frank Ravitch 38:02

20d ago38:02

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Can the state of Oklahoma fully fund a Catholic charter school that exists to "evangelize" its students? The Supreme Court will soon say "yes" or "no" in a case that may overturn decades of church-state constitutional law. Guest: Frank Ravitch, Professor of law and religion, Michigan State University. Aykan Erdemir, Anti-Defamation League Show Note…

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The wilderness experience: does God use pain to teach? 31:25

25d ago31:25

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"In my life, it’s often my own hubris that brings me into the desert place. And when confronted with the results of my own choices, sometimes all we can do is reach out to God." The Bible is filled with wilderness experiences, where characters find a moment of testing, growth or trial in the desert. But God promises to bring up springs in the deser…

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42: Mere presidential puffery? Or constitutional crisis? with David French. 31:06

27d ago31:06

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As the Trump administration redraws the boundaries of executive authority, are we merely in the midst of a constitutional "adjustment"? Or are we staring down a constitutional crisis with long term implications for civil liberties? Guest: David French, New York Times columnist Show Notes: Advisory Opinions podcast: https://thedispatch.com/podcast/a…

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Napkin testimonies: building community through authenticity 30:24

1M ago30:24

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In a world where trust in business, government and the media is diminishing, how can Christians cut through the noise and build meaningful connections? One answer is the power of authentic stories. Jarrod and Zanita discuss authenticity and how it changed Jarrod's life. #RecordLive Wednesdays 4pm, podcast Friday mornings.…

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Adventists want to build trust online 7:22

1M ago7:22

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Adventists want to build trust online—and more than 100 digital missionaries from around the South Pacific gathered on the Gold Coast to learn how. In this episode, we take you inside the 2025 Digital Discipleship Conference. Plus: Hundreds of young people hit the streets for Global Youth Day, and we hear the story of 275 baptisms at a prison in Zi…

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41: Quakers, ICE, and "chilled expression" with Noah Merrill. 31:29

1M ago31:29

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Houses of worship are no longer off-limits for immigration enforcement as the Trump administration pursues aggressive new policies. But some faith groups are drawing First Amendment lines and asking the courts to enforce them. Guest: Noah Merrill, Secretary, New England Yearly Meeting of Friends Show Notes: The legal complaint filed by Quakers and …

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Why does the Adventist Church need news? 33:25

1M ago33:25

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In this episode, we chat with Enno Mueller, News and Communication director for the Adventist Review, Adventism's flagship publication. The Adventist Review has a storied history—launched by James White in 1849, before the Seventh-day Adventist Church was organised. But why does the church need news, and why should you submit and share your own loc…

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40: The ABCs of faith in the classroom with Richard Foltin 33:27

1M ago33:27

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Do public schools have to be faith-free zones? Or is this a misunderstanding of our Constitution's First Amendment? We delve into the dos and don'ts of religious expression at school, as well as the rationale for these guardrails. Guest: Richard Foltin, Senior Fellow, Freedom Forum Show Notes: "Freedom Forum's Guidelines for Religion in Public Scho…

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How to pray without ceasing 28:16

2M ago28:16

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Prayer is one of those disciplines that is expected of a Christian. It is always the right answer for what we might need more of to get more spiritual. But Paul's injunction is to pray without stopping. Is it even possible? Or was he exaggerating? On this episode of #RecordLive we look at prayer in new and old ways and as always, we get practical. …

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Former Avondale leader steps into a national role 5:37

2M ago5:37

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Former Avondale vice-chancellor Kerri-Lee Krause is stepping into a national role in Australia’s higher education sector. In this episode, we explore what her new position means. Plus, Fulton Adventist University College is expanding its academic offerings, including a new media program and research journal, and new research challenges the idea tha…

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39: Pt. 2 When immigration policy steps on religious toes with Steve Allred and Jason Mustard 30:58

2M ago30:58

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The stories keep on coming--with new federal policies in place, even immigrants with legal status are afraid to go to church or send their children to school. How can individuals navigate this new immigration enforcement landscape?By Liberty Magazine & Adventist Learning Community

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Third culture kids: where mission and identity clash 29:25

2M ago29:25

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Have you hear about Third Culture Kids? They grow up in a culture that is not their own, often in missionary families, leading to feelings of dislocation and isolation. In this episode we speak with a TCK about the experience, how it has shaped her identity and how she has navigated finding "home". #RecordLive Wednesdays 4pm, Podcasts Friday mornin…

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Why is this 100-year-old car driving around Australia? 8:21

2M ago8:21

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Why is a 100-year-old car on a road trip across Australia? In this episode, we explore the Right Around Australia initiative and how Bubsie is reviving the legacy of Adventist mission. Plus: an SPD-wide conference reaffirms the role of women in ministry, a new study reveals how different sedentary activities impact brain health, and an Adventist fa…

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38: When immigration enforcement steps on religious toes with Steve Allred and Jason Mustard 32:00

2M ago32:00

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Could immigration enforcement policy be a religious liberty issue? Under new federal enforcement policies, churches and church properties are no longer off limits for raids or other enforcement activities. How should churches respond? Guests: Steve Allred, attorney and religious liberty advocate Jason Mustard, immigration attorney…

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Scroll, click, pray: exploring faith in a digital age 29:32

2M ago29:32

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In a world of swipes and clicks, how do we connect with something greater? This episode unpacks how technology is reshaping faith—from prayer apps to online communities, AI-driven content, and the Holy Spirit in digital spaces. Is tech deepening our spiritual lives or just adding noise? Let’s explore. #RecordLive Wednesdays 4pm, Friday morning podc…

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37: A Christian case against 10 Commandment laws with Amireh Al-Haddad. 31:02

2M ago31:02

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It sounds plausible. There must be some net positives from exposing school children to biblical values, right? But is this true? What are the issues that Christians should consider in the face of the growing push for so-called "10 Commandment laws"? Guest: Amireh Al-Haddad, religious liberty advocate Show notes: Liberty magazine articles: "Thou Sha…

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When the Bible doesn't have the answers 29:49

2M ago29:49

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#RecordLive family, we're back for 2025. Many people approach the Bible as a step-by-step guide, but was it designed that way? We examine the purpose of the Bible, how to read it responsibly and how NOT to read it. We also explore the question of what to do when the Bible doesn't answer the questions you have or the scenarios modern life throws at …

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36: Untangling the COVID religious liberty controversies with Jonathan Cherne 32:39

2M ago32:39

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The avalanche of COVID-era vaccine exemption requests represented a "stress test" for the American legal system. What did we learn about how religious liberty is protected in America today? Show Notes: Church State Council wesbite: https://www.churchstate.org Cherne Law P.C. website: https://www.chernelaw.com…

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Should women be ordained to ministry? 57:43

2M ago57:43

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Last week, we had the privilege of interviewing Dr Darius Jankiewicz about the topic of ordination, and explored whether it was a biblical concept or not. Today, he will be joining us again to dive deeper into the topic of women's ordination specifically. We will look at biblical hermeneutics, headship theology, and tackle the interpretation of Bib…

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35: The Rise of Religious Politics 2.0. with Kevin Vallier 34:05

3M ago34:05

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A little-known political philosophy seeks to fuse religious mandates with a new understanding of political power. What is Catholic integralism? And how would it revolutionize church-state relations in America? Guest: Dr. Kevin Vallier, author and professor, University of Toledo. FB: https://www.facebook.com/kevinvallier1 X: https://x.com/kvallier S…

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Is ordination biblical? 55:07

3M ago55:07

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The issue of women's ordination has become a wedge issue in the Adventist Church, polarising communities and dividing "conservative' and "liberal" Adventists. Parties on either side will argue "YES!" or "NO!", but is there a third route we can take to understanding the issue? For the next two weeks, we will be joined by Dr Darius Jankiewicz, the So…

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34: Partisan Pulpits and Purple Churches with Stephen Cook 29:41

3M ago29:41

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Since 1950s, the so-called Johnson Amendment has been a lightning rod for controversy. Is it an unconstitutional restriction on the speech rights of pastors, as a new lawsuit argues? Or a last line of defense against the politicization of America's houses of worship? Guest: Dr. Stephen Cook, Senior Pastor, Second Baptist Church, Memphis, TN FB: htt…

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33: Pride, Prejudice, and Parental Rights - with Will Haun. 32:27

3M ago32:27

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When deeply held religious beliefs clash with public school lesson plans, finding workable solutions can be a challenge. What happens, though, when a solution is obvious, but compromise has been taken off the table? Guest: William Haun, Senior Counsel, Becket Fund for Religious Liberty X: https://x.com/BecketLaw FB: https://www.facebook.com/becketl…

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Season 3 Teaser 1:03

3M ago1:03

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Next Tuesday, Jan 28, 2025 we launch Season 3—take a peek at some of our upcoming guests!By Liberty Magazine & Adventist Learning Community

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What’s changing in children’s Sabbath school in 2025? 7:08

4M ago7:08

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A new children’s Sabbath School curriculum is set to launch in 2025, aiming to revitalise family worship and deepen kids’ connections with Jesus. In this episode, we explore how Alive in Jesus plans to make an impact. Plus, we share details about the upcoming Digital Discipleship Conference and the latest trends in faith among Gen Z. 00:00 Opening …

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32: The Bible Goes to School with Alan and Bettina 29:47

4M ago29:47

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Conversation between hosts Alan Reinach and Bettina Krause. __________________ Oklahoma's school superintendent has told teachers they must integrate the Christian Bible into all their classes. For Christians, is this a welcome development or a reason for concern? And what legal issues are raised by this growing movement in the US to return the Bib…

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How do I finish the year well? 30:57

5M ago30:57

30:57

On this episode, we've got a secret for you on how to finish the year well. Something that can help your mental health, your relationships and your spiritual life, this secret is better than making resolutions for the new year! You're not going to want to miss this conversation. OK enough mystery, we're actually talking about the important practice…

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Where's the peanut butter gone? 6:01

5M ago6:01

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Why has Sanitarium’s peanut butter disappeared from shelves after more than 125 years? And Papua New Guinea’s Prime Minister shares his gratitude for Australian missionaries. Also, a global milestone: Adventist churches are being planted faster than ever before. 00:00 Opening and Headlines 00:31 Church Growth Milestone 01:21 Homelessness Mortality …

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31: Enforcing "God's Law" with Dr. Sima Samar 29:20

5M ago29:20

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How did Afghanistan became the world's largest prison for women? Interview with Sima Samar. The Taliban has ruled Afghanistan since the US and NATO pulled out in 2021. Within days, they began rolling back the hard-won civil rights of women and girls. Today, to be female in Afghanistan is to be legally vulnerable and physically isolated. Sima Samar,…

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The songs that inspire us 29:14

5M ago29:14

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Songs are an important part of our faith. They provide a shared communal connection and inspiration. They encourage us and lift our hearts beyond the physical. Today we're going to talk about the songs that inspire us personally, especially the lyrics and meaning behind the songs. We'd love to hear from you as well. Share your favourite worship son…

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30: Antisemitism - The Canary in the Coal Mine with Mark Schickman 31:15

5M ago31:15

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Antisemitism is on the rise in America and around the world. Interview with Mark Schickman. Antisemitism has a long and sordid history and over the centuries, it has taken many different shapes. But what does it look like today in 21st century America? What's driving this spike in antisemitism and how can we better recognize and combat this form of…

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Fostering a relay-race faith 29:43

5M ago29:43

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Have you ever felt tired in your role at church? Have you ever felt like you’re the only one doing anything? Today, more than ever before, church members are experiencing burnout. We talk to Olivia Morton, regional youth and young adult leader, about how fostering a “relay race attitude” can help lighten the load and give back to others. Tune in to…

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PAU’s massive new auditorium to transform campus life 6:29

5M ago6:29

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Papua New Guinea marks 60 years of Adventist Aviation, highlighting decades of service and dedication. Meanwhile, Pacific Adventist University breaks ground on a 2000-seat auditorium, a project five years in the making, which is set to transform its campus. Plus, a diverse group of discipleship graduates complete the immersive Catalyst program, equ…

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What took SPD leaders to Thailand? 11:51

5M ago11:51

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SPD leaders headed to Thailand for their year-end meetings—but it wasn’t just business as usual. In this episode, we reveal what took them to the front lines of mission and how it’s reshaping their strategy. Plus, a remote tribe in PNG welcomed the Adventist Church with its first baptisms, and a young soccer player made headlines for choosing faith…

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29: Terminated Fire Chief case goes to the Supreme Court with Ron Hittle and Wendy Musell 28:44

5M ago28:44

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When Ron Hittle was fired by city leaders citing his attendence at a "religious event," Ron faced a choice. Accept the decision and move on or stand up against religious discimination. He chose the more difficult path and has now asked the Supreme Court to hear his case that tests legal protection for people of faith in the workplace.…

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How to be more welcoming at church 30:36

5M ago30:36

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Is your church friendly? Warm to visitors? Could it improve? Does it matter? These questions and more today on #RecordLive. Wednesdays 4pm, Friday morning Podcasts.By Adventist Record

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Can an old idea revive mission giving? 9:25

6M ago9:25

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As mission offerings continue to decline, the SPD is turning to an idea from Adventist pioneers to inspire a new wave of support. In this episode, we explore how “Sister Betsy” could help revive mission giving today. Plus, Avondale students step up to raise awareness for homelessness, and the Australian government proposes new social media regulati…

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28: A matter of survival with Steve McFarland 32:54

6M ago32:54

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A matter of survival. Why a legal principle called "church autonomy" is again facing scrutiny in the courtroom. An interview with Steve McFarland. Question: What makes an Adventist school "Adventist" or a Catholic charity "Catholic" or a Islamic humanitarian agency "Islamic"? Answer: In large part, its employees. Without staff members who share the…

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Unpacking the Bible in community 33:16

6M ago33:16

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It can be intimidating to read the Bible, either in personal devotion time or to lead a small group. In this episode, our team grapple with a random passage to both get something uplifting for ourselves but also to model how one can approach the Bible and find ways to access its richness to uplift, teach, challenge and grow the individuals who are …

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Milestones in mission: ADRA and Adventist Aviation 6:59

6M ago6:59

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ADRA and Adventist Aviation recently celebrated significant milestones, reflecting decades of dedication to mission. In this episode, we discuss these celebrations and hear from leaders involved in both ministries. Also: a baptism ceremony in Namibia had an unexpected guest in the water, and Egypt has achieved a major global health milestone. 00:00…

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27: Does mixing faith and politics always end in disaster? with Curtis Chang 31:17

6M ago31:17

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Suffering a political-party hangover? There's a remedy for that. The creators of "The After Party"--Curtis Chang, Russell Moore, and David French--have some thoughts for Christians trying to navigate America's toxic political landscape. We talk with podcaster, theologian, and evangelical leader Curtis Chang about "The After Party"--an online curric…

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What God has done: 125 years of Record 25:24

6M ago25:24

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Last year Adventist Record celebrated our 125th anniversary. In this episode, we are going to share the sermon from that Sabbath celebration as not all could attend. The emphasis on what God has done in our lives and the stories we tell is so important and a value that we believe in at Record and we're pleased to share some stories of God working t…

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Record growth—and losses—in Adventist church membership 6:30

6M ago6:30

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This week's Record Wrap highlights record growth and losses in church membership, the appointment of Pacific Adventist University's vice-chancellor as president of the new Pacific Academy of Sciences, and a service trip by Mountain View Adventist College students to Fiji, where they supported community projects and participated in a week of prayer.…

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