May 29, 2020
By Michael Spearl Modern culture has altered the way many Christians live their faith. Christianity has been removed from many of our social structures, sometimes politely, sometimes with disdain. It’s true. Mentioning the name of Jesus in a public forum usually brings some funny looks at a minimum, other times a quick rebuke. Christians are expected to...
May 29, 2020
WHILE the Sabbath is not a sacrament, we feel that it partakes of the nature of a sacrament. In the midst of time the Sabbath anchors eternity, signifying and symbolizing the sacredness of all time. To observe the Sabbath therefore is to worship God and acknowledge His love and care. Even as we read in New Testament times of the preparation day preceding...
By Rev. Nicholas J. Kersten Director of Education and History The mission that Jesus gave to his disciples after His resurrection was to “make disciples of all nations” (Matthew 28:18-20). The message of His saving death, miraculous bodily resurrection, and ascension to heaven are signs that the Kingdom of God has broken back into our world and...
May 29, 2020
By John J. Pethtel Something that I often say while preaching—and why the gospel must be shared in ways that all can understand it—is, “The gospel is for believers and unbelievers.” The gospel for unbelievers is meant to offer conviction of sin and/or hope for the future. The gospel for believers is for confession of sin and a...
May 29, 2020
The Seventh Day Baptist General Council is pleased to announce that Rev. Kevin Butler has agreed to serve as SDB Conference President and Charlotte Chroniger as President-elect for the 2021 General Conference session. In light of the difficult decision to cancel the 2020 General Conference session, the willingness of Kevin and...