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October 2023 Issue

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Editorial

A shining light on God’s love

Merlin D. Burt

The entire Bible and the process of prophetic revelation is Christ-centered. The book of Hebrews begins with these words: “Long ago, at many times and in many ways, God spoke to our fathers by the prophets, but in these last days he has spoken to us by his Son, whom he appointed the heir of all things, through whom also he created the world” (Heb. 1:1, 2).1 Upholding Scripture Jesus, Himself the Word of God, pointed to the Old Testament Scriptures on the road… Continue reading...

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All about Jesus! The prophetic word through the ages

Alberto R. Timm

When they opened their eyes and looked around all they saw was Jesus, only Jesus” (Matt. 17:8, Message). Is this simple gospel message still prevalent and relevant today? We live in volatile times when almost everything is being critically assessed and subjectively…

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Messenger of the Lord and the great controversy

Merlin D. Burt

Ellen G. White wrote, “I claim to be simply a messenger of God.”1 She went through an intense conversion process during her childhood and early teenage years. Through it, she came to know Jesus as her Savior. Beginning in December 1844, her first visions had a distinctive…

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“A great while before day” The altar life of Ellen White

Dwain N. Esmond

It does not surprise close observers that Ellen White had a deep and meaningful relationship with God. The sheer scope of her literary output suggests it. At the time of her death in 1915, Ellen White had written more than 5,000 periodical articles, 200 tracts and…

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Affirming prophetic ministry in the local church

Jud Lake

Allegations that Ellen White was a plagiarist, deceiver, manipulator, religious bully, liar, alcoholic, and much more continue unabated today. “I expect these raids will be made against me till Christ comes,” she wrote. Every opposer to “our faith . . . makes Mrs.…

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Compilations and adaptations—are they the real thing?

Tim Poirier

Please send me a list of Ellen White’s original writings, not her compilations” is a request we often receive at the White Estate. But behind this lie unspoken and incorrect assumptions undermining the trustworthiness of compilations: Compilations contain material…

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More from this issue:

Revival and Reformation

It would be well

Sean Brizendine

Since 2016, I have been overwhelmingly enamored by the life of Jesus. I started to read a chapter a day from The Desire of Ages in my devotional life. It has been a source of tremendous strength to my life and ministry, and for good reason. In the midst of the change that has engulfed our world in the last few years, the one constant is, “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever” (Heb. 13:8, NKJV). I can testify that by beholding His life, I have… Continue reading...

Practical Pointers

Optimizing the impact of Ellen G. White’s writings

Darryl Thompson

Since Ellen G. White’s death on July 16, 1915, the Ellen G. White (EGW) Estate has shared her prophetic ministry and writings to support the Seventh-day Adventist Church and its members. The White Estate uses several methods to help achieve its goals: Maintain Ellen G. White’s letters, manuscripts, artifacts, and memorabilia in physical and digital custody. Ensure, as far as possible, the integrity of Ellen White’s writings. Distribute her books… Continue reading...

Resources

Revelation

Ekkhardt Mueller

Sigve K. Tonstad is a professor of religion and assistant professor of medicine at Loma Linda University. He is a prolific writer and has published a number of books, mostly with non-Seventh-day Adventist publishers. His commentary on Revelation is part of the Paideia Commentary series in Baker Book House’s Academic line. This series focuses on cultural settings and the theology of the discussed biblical book by going through the book, not in a strict sense, but… Continue reading...

Dateline

Religious news from around the world

Photo: Adventist Record Shining a light on Ellen White Cooranbong, Australia Two university students are helping younger generations discover a fresh perspective on the life and impact of Ellen White. Megan Skene and Zoe Cochrane, both third-generation Adventists, have a deep appreciation and enthusiasm for Ellen White, but that was not always the case. Growing up, they perceived Ellen White as a distant historical figure placed on a pedestal by many… Continue reading...