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May 2026 Issue

Artur Stele

In Revelation 21 is a description of the heavenly Jerusalem descending from heaven to earth, a city with twelve foundations containing the names of the twelve apostles of the Lamb (vv. 10–14). Let us note two characteristics of the city and contemplate how the church today could already represent these two characteristics. Two city characteristics The first characteristic of the city is a high, strong wall. It is important to note that the Holy City has not only… Continue reading...

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The deconstruction of the superpastor: A therapeutic reading of Psalm 23

Wagner Augusto Vieira Aragão

Psalm 23 is a beautiful chapter that can calm a Christian’s soul, but can it have deep meaning for a seasoned pastor as well?

Psalm 23 is a beautiful chapter that can calm a Christian’s soul, but can it have deep meaning for a seasoned pastor as well?

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Legalism 2.0: The rise of a new heresy

Sam Neves

The fallacy of salvation by works may not be on the minds of your congregation, but another fallacy may be taking its place.

The fallacy of salvation by works may not be on the minds of your congregation, but another fallacy may be taking its place.

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Paulinian altercentrism: A call to other-centered living

Frantzcel Aguy

One can argue that a pastor’s life is defined by being other-centered, but is there an aspect of altercentrism that may be missing in your life?

One can argue that a pastor’s life is defined by being other-centered, but is there an aspect of altercentrism that may be missing in your life?

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On the justice and mercy of God

Kevin Harvestbell

God has all authority, but what about Him being merciful? And where do the rights of humans come into play in the plan of salvation?

God has all authority, but what about Him being merciful? And where do the rights of humans come into play in the plan of salvation?

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The need for spiritual direction

Frank Matovu

“Bear one another’s burdens . . .” Pastor, have you been a guide for someone? And have you allowed someone to be a guide for you?

“Bear one another’s burdens . . .” Pastor, have you been a guide for someone? And have you allowed someone to be a guide for you?

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Ramon J. Canals

On September 11, 2001, nearly 3,000 lives from across the world were lost in a devastating terrorist attack on the World Trade Center in New York City. It was one of our darkest days. Families grieved and cried out for justice, a longing that echoed in hearts across the globe. Most certainly, the world’s justice may bring momentary relief or temporary satisfaction—but does it usher in lasting joy? Where can true justice be found in a world filled with injustice? The… Continue reading...

Screenshot from the YouTube recording of the sermon Newbold theology student recognized internationally for sermon on compassion Bracknell, Berkshire, England A student at Newbold College of Higher Education (NCHE) pursuing a master’s in theology has gained international recognition for a sermon that highlights compassion as a key response to end-time prophecy. Mia Orgla received second place in the Haddon W. Robinson Biblical Preaching award, organized… Continue reading...

Jud Lake

Much has happened in the Seventh-day Adventist Church during the first quarter of the twenty-first century, and historians Michael W. Campbell and Edward M. Allen have commemorated it with A Global History of Seventh-day Adventists. The previous general church histories—George Knight’s A Brief History of Seventh-day Adventists (2nd ed., 2005; 160 pages), and the long-standing tome Light Bearers: A History of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, by Richard W. Schwarz… Continue reading...

Jimmy Arthur Atkins

A Lifeway Research survey found that among evangelical pastors who leave their congregations, 26 percent do so because of church conflict.1 Despite the church’s mission of love and unity, conflict is not uncommon in faith communities. Yet according to associate professor Arthur Boers, “Members refuse to recognize destructive behavior in those who attend regularly, give sacrificially, or volunteer extensively.”2 Indeed, “Many are willing to pay a high price to remain… Continue reading...