October 2017 Issue
Pavel Goia
I was six and she was three. I noticed her at church and said to my sister, “I like this girl; I am going to marry her.” From that moment on I was in love. In the seventh grade I sang in the church choir. I sat in the back row, right side. She sat in the front row, left side. During the sermon, instead of facing the pastor, I was looking at her. I would memorize her features so that when I got home I could still remember them. I watched how she walked, how she… Continue reading...
Here We Stand: Luther, the Reformation, and Seventh-day Adventism
Edward Allen
An impressive volume that thoughtfully reviews Seventh-day Adventist teachings in light of of Luther and the Reformation.
An impressive volume that thoughtfully reviews Seventh-day Adventist teachings in light of of Luther and the Reformation.Reformation principles for an end-time ministry
Ganoune Diop
Twelve revolutionary principles of Martin Luther took center stage—then. Examining current pastoral practices, to what extent can we still call ourselves heirs of the Reformation—now?
Twelve revolutionary principles of Martin Luther took center stage—then. Examining current pastoral practices, to what extent can we still call ourselves heirs of the Reformation—now?Another look at the three angels’ messages
Norman R. Gulley
Luther received the baton of righteousness by faith, then passed it on. The final runners are carrying it to the finish line. It’s called the three angels’ messages. It’s the everlasting gospel.
Luther received the baton of righteousness by faith, then passed it on. The final runners are carrying it to the finish line. It’s called the three angels’ messages. It’s the everlasting gospel.Prayer and finishing the mission
Pat Gustin
A persistent and consistent prayer life propelled the gospel during the Protestant Reformation. A look at our prayer life today begs the question—is the protest over?
A persistent and consistent prayer life propelled the gospel during the Protestant Reformation. A look at our prayer life today begs the question—is the protest over?The priesthood of believers: Our proclamation and practice
Mxolisi Michael Sokupa
All agree that pastors and church members should work together. Luther revived the doctrine of the priesthood of all believers—is the doctrine now on life support?
All agree that pastors and church members should work together. Luther revived the doctrine of the priesthood of all believers—is the doctrine now on life support?95 theses on righteousness by faith (apologies to Martin Luther)
Morris Venden
A beloved university pastor once penned his version of the Ninety-Five Theses, based on justification by faith. Should these "95 theses" be fastened to the door of our hearts?
A beloved university pastor once penned his version of the Ninety-Five Theses, based on justification by faith. Should these "95 theses" be fastened to the door of our hearts?Lest we forget
George R. Knight
From our continuing revival and reformation series.
From our continuing revival and reformation series.The ancient Waldenses: Did the Reformation predate Luther? 1
Gerard Damsteegt
Many recognize there were reformers before Luther; few know about the Waldenses. Here is the fascinating history of the sacrificial contribution of the Waldenses—from one who knows.
Many recognize there were reformers before Luther; few know about the Waldenses. Here is the fascinating history of the sacrificial contribution of the Waldenses—from one who knows.The pastor’s guide to Martin Luther and the Reformation
Michael W. Campbell
How can a pastor begin to appreciate the life and writings of Martin Luther?
How can a pastor begin to appreciate the life and writings of Martin Luther?