August 1987 Issue
J.R. Spangler
The April 1987 MINISTRY contained articles on tithe policies written by certified public accountant Bartram Jerry E. Bartram and me. We have received several letters expressing concern that some will use these articles to justify channeling tithe to private ministries. Covetousness, greed, and self-glorification constitute the sandy foundation on which the carnal-minded stand. These ever-present evils are common to both secular and Christian society. If for no… Continue reading...
Medical ministry misconceptions
G. Gordon Hadley
Patients in an Adventist facility should find an atmosphere found nowhere else
Patients in an Adventist facility should find an atmosphere found nowhere elseCan the church tolerate open minds?
James J. Londis
Should the church's schools produce dissenters? Should there be a little of the dissenter in each of us?
Should the church's schools produce dissenters? Should there be a little of the dissenter in each of us?Satan's consummate deception
Clifford Goldstein
Can we really expect a Sunday law to be the final test of loyalty to God in a non-Christian nation?
Can we really expect a Sunday law to be the final test of loyalty to God in a non-Christian nation?Understanding hospitalese
Jose A. Fuentes, Gerry Fuentes
By learning the meaning of a few simple medical terms, pastors can greatly enhance their ministry to the ill.
By learning the meaning of a few simple medical terms, pastors can greatly enhance their ministry to the ill.Special family worships for special kids
Judy Burton
How can you make family worship interesting for kids who already know all the Bible stories? Discover the joy of discovery.
How can you make family worship interesting for kids who already know all the Bible stories? Discover the joy of discovery.Religion teachers' opinions on the role of women
Roger Dudley
No one group should determine the church's theology. But we should consider carefully the opinions of those who have devoted their lives to the study of the Bible.
No one group should determine the church's theology. But we should consider carefully the opinions of those who have devoted their lives to the study of the Bible.A shared ministry
William Fagal
The way his wife fulfills her role may make or break a pastor's ministry. Kind of a scary challenge, but many examples show that it can be met successfully.
The way his wife fulfills her role may make or break a pastor's ministry. Kind of a scary challenge, but many examples show that it can be met successfully.Letters to the Editor
No harshness meantAfter reading your article "Are OurTithe Policies Important?" (April 1987),I cannot help noting the concern in yourmind for the tithe, which is commendable. However, your choice of words todescribe the Lake Region predicamentwas quite unfortunate.…
