November 2006 Issue
Reflections of a theologian: Raoul Dederen on theology, the church, and life
Nikolaus Satelmajer
An Adventist theologian shares his reflections on the Scriptures, life, and several decades of distinguished training of thousands of ministers.
An Adventist theologian shares his reflections on the Scriptures, life, and several decades of distinguished training of thousands of ministers.The ministry of teaching in the congregation
Kathy Beagles
The Great Commission is more than just a command. It also provides a model for religious instruction in the church.
The Great Commission is more than just a command. It also provides a model for religious instruction in the church.Nothing leadership
Roger Helland
Jesus set the perfect example of "downward mobility." How can today's pastors follow in His footsteps?
Jesus set the perfect example of "downward mobility." How can today's pastors follow in His footsteps?Reflecting on issues of ethics in church discipline
Richard P. Lehmann
Six lessons, drawn from 1 Corinthians, that assist the pastor in addressing conflicts that could split the local congregation.
Six lessons, drawn from 1 Corinthians, that assist the pastor in addressing conflicts that could split the local congregation.Your leadership toolbox
Greg Schaller, Sally Herigstad
Is leadership about power and authority, or is it more about building relationships and accomplishing a mission?
Is leadership about power and authority, or is it more about building relationships and accomplishing a mission?Paul's counsel to a discouraged pastor
Cedric Vine
What pastor hasn't felt discouraged and abandoned while serving the congregation? There is good news: you're not in the journey all by yourself!
What pastor hasn't felt discouraged and abandoned while serving the congregation? There is good news: you're not in the journey all by yourself!The great cost of refusing to change
V. Neil Wyrick,
If you believe that your church can't live without you, then you have to read this article.
If you believe that your church can't live without you, then you have to read this article.The role of the Ten Commandments in public life
Seventh-day Adventist Church
In the light of recent public interest in the Ten Commandments, the Seventh-day Adventist Church has again reaffirmed the centrality of the Law for the twenty-first century.
In the light of recent public interest in the Ten Commandments, the Seventh-day Adventist Church has again reaffirmed the centrality of the Law for the twenty-first century.Letters to the Editor
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