John Wesley Taylor V

John Wesley Taylor V, PhD, EdD, is associate director of Education, General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists, Silver Spring, Maryland, United States.

Articles by John Wesley Taylor V

Improbable hero

March 2021

Many members of our churches do not occupy leadership positions. Not making decisions that directly affect the lives of others, they may wonder, Does my life make a difference at all?

The Bible contains a story showcasing…

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The teaching ministry of Jesus1

October 2018

Jesus was an effective Preacher and sought after Healer. But He was also a master Teacher (Matt. 4:23; John 3:2).

Throughout the Gospels, we encounter a variety of teaching episodes—learning experiences…

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People Catchers

August 2013

I like fish. No, I do not like to eat fish nor do I have any amazing fish stories to tell. I have never caught any really big fish, either—only small fish, very small, in fact.

I…

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Faith and Politics: How Should We Live?

September 2012

How should a Christian relate to politics? Should the believer, for example, become involved in social causes, engage in political activism, or practice civil disobedience? Should a Christian vote, join a political party, or campaign for…

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