David Penno
David Penno, PhD, is Doctor of Ministry project coach, Andrews University Seventh-day Adventist Theological Seminary, Berrien Springs, Michigan, United States.
“Whosoever will . . .” Embracing everyone
“Come to Me, all . . .” (Matt. 11:28, NKJV). Is there really a place for everyone?
Personal happiness, self-fulfillment, and homosexuality in the church
Are church members shifting the basis of certain beliefs from theology to philosophy?
The Foundation for Genuine Community - Part 2 of 2
We all know Paul’s words: “There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free man, there is neither male nor female; for you are all one in Christ Jesus” (Gal. 3:28, NASB). In the fuller context (Gal. 3:26–29), the apostle describes our new primary identity after we experience baptism and become sons and daughters of God. . .
The foundation of genuine community (part 1 of 2)
While studying for a master’s degree, I took a class designed to teach those in ministry how to grow in personal spirituality. One assignment was to choose a prayer partner and then pray regularly together. God led Ben and me to choose each other, and we prayed together during those few weeks. After the intensive ended, we continued to pray via telephone. We developed a deep friendship that persists today—14 years later. This relationship brings great joy and happiness to our lives. . .