en http://www.fullylive.com © Copyright 2000 - 2010Church Community Builder. All Rights Reserved. http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=9 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=9&article_id=4 God intended for His children to experience life in all its fullness. Not in a reckless way but in a fulfilled way. The Highland View Church is fully committed to this mission. We believe that God's amazing Grace transforms people's lives in amazing ways. When God is invited into someone's life, the transformation is obvious though not always over night. It is our purpose and mission to provide an environment in which people can be exposed and experience God's amazing Grace. Know that we are here to serve you. If you choose to visit us, may you encounter the God who loves you so much that He sent His only Son so you could plan on living for ever, in a fresh way. Our prayer is that our worship service will be used by God to speak to your heart in ways that will amaze you and transform you. God's Grace to you as you seek Him. Mon, 10 Aug 2009 11:24:58 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=9 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=9&article_id=10 610.781.8050 Sat, 8 Aug 2009 08:22:52 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=1 Uplifting Christian praise, powerful prayer and sharing, and relevant multi-media are all a part of what makes our church a special place! Our pastor presents biblical truths in a practical way for this day and age, and our services reflect our belief that attending church should be an enjoyable, uplifting and meaningful experience. All things work together to encourage you to develop a closer relationship with Jesus Christ. Join us as we seek truth, claim God's promise of hope, and grow in faith and service. Most importantly, we long to experience and share the love and grace of Christ, because if we fully love Him we can fully live and love others! In this site you will find: Opportunities to learn about Jesus and what Seventh-day Adventists believe.Links to Bible-based resources for adults and children, alike. A calendar of events to attend and to which you're encouraged to invite others.And much more! Explore, have fun and add this site to your "Favorites" so you can easily find us again! Sun, 21 Dec 2008 21:51:56 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=18 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=18&article_id=127 http://www.ssnet.org/ The Sabbath School Network, and Bible Study Center (SSNET) is operated by lay members of the Seventh-day Adventist Church who volunteer their time so that you can use the online capabilities of the internet to study the Bible. Within the SSNET you will find Bible study guides for ALL ages and interests. Sun, 21 Dec 2008 21:41:03 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=2 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=2&article_id=2 Our church is a community of believers with Jesus Christ as its head. We seek to love, respect and care for one another as a demonstration of our love for God and His character. Our purpose is to... Encourage and equip people toExperience and extend Christ andDiscover, develop and direct their God-given talents toward revealing the truth about God. In other words, we want you to experience the exhiliration of living whole-heartedly for one purpose: to know and share the true character of Christ and His Father, God. This is our prayer and striving for each person with whom we come in contact. Sun, 21 Dec 2008 21:32:35 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=121 Highland View Academy is a coeducational secondary school for the purpose of providing quality Christian-centered education. The primary objective of this school is to help each student personally experience the unconditional love of God through the redemption in His Son, and the restoration of His image. Read the HIGHLIGHTER for the latest weekly news.   Sun, 21 Dec 2008 20:11:41 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=4 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=4&article_id=134 Well, how is your summer going? Wow, it's going by fast, isn't it? Speaking of summer, I was reading a short history of Mt. Aetna camp the other day. Did you know that there used to be an iron work shop near where the firehouse now stands? This is where some of the Revolutionary war cannons were made. Well, the glow from the furnace, reminded the locals of the Etna Volcano in Sicily, Italy. Some people think that's the reason that corner of town is called the Mt. Aetna area. Of course, now Mt. Aetna camp is a year-round facility. Any way, it turns out on July 1948, 116 juniors (58 girls and 58 boys) and 16 staff had camp in the present location. They set up tents with bunk-beds to sleep eight children and one counselor. What a great illustration of Psalm 34:7. The Lords also likes to camp. Specifically, He sends His angels. In fact I'm convinced He sends armies of His angels to camp (set up camp, pitch their tents, set up watch with the intention of staying for a while) around His children. According to this verse if you and I choose to recognize Him as THE authority for our lives (that's what the word 'fear' means); we qualify for this benefit. Are you interested? What a wonderful thing to know that God is ready, and absolutely able to rescue us from the battle wounds of life. He can do that because His angels are near by. After all that's why He's called Emanuel, God with us; later in the New Testament. He really wants to be with us and us with Him. Make sure you've invited Him to pitch His tent right next to yours, will you? Why don't you take a minute to tell Him right now. Have a great week, Pastor Vladimir Fri, 19 Dec 2008 06:04:42 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=4 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=4&article_id=133 I’ve noticed a new trend among young people. It’s called Henna Tattoos. Henna is a plant used to make dye, especially hair dye. The ink is used for temporary tattoos known as mehndi or something like that. The plant is found in India, Pakistan, the Middle East and North Africa. It’s considered ‘cool’ because the tattoos (as colorful as you would like them to be) can have very detailed designs and will last up to 2 weeks. It’s considered harmless for people who want to dabble in the tattoo world without the permanent damage. I guess people who are into tattoos are looking for a permanent reminder of something significant to them. Sometimes they change their mind about that something but they’re stuck with the reminder. Interesting, isn’t it? In one way or another we all need to belong to someone or something in a permanent way. I don’t know if you’re struggling with belonging these days. Here’s an awesome verse to remind us how permanently the Lord would like us to belong to Him. Spend some time in Isaiah 49:14-18, especially vs. 16. What would you call it? God’s tattoo? I don’t know, but you and I are permanently engraved in the palm of His hand. That is a wonderful thing to remember when I’m wondering if I’m important to Him in the big scheme of things. I invite you to rest in that promise this week; after all you are already engraved in the palm of His hand. Have a great week. Pastor Vladimir Fri, 19 Dec 2008 06:04:12 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=4 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=4&article_id=140 The headline read: Health Officials Warn of Heat Related Dangers. And they were not kidding. I understand some stores were asked to let people simply hang around for a while. People who did not have air conditioning at home were advised to take advantage of such stores. But most of all, every one was told to keep hydrated. Here's what one Web site had to say: "Drink plenty of fluids even if you do not feel thirsty. Injury and death can occur from dehydration, which can happen quickly and unnoticed. Symptoms of dehydration are often confused with other causes." It's a good thing the Lord promises to be like a garden fountain for our lives, a well of living water and as refreshing as the streams from the Lebanon mountains. (Song of Solomon 4:15). That's an analogy that everyone could understand today. But the Lord has an expanded plan in mind. Leave it to Him to want to include us in His plan. Did you know He would like you and me to pass out His refreshment to others? But like the other details of His plan for us, it's completely up to us. Here's the invitation, when a friend or someone you know is experiencing some kind of heat wave of sorts in his/her life, you have an opportunity to provide cool, refreshing relief. Proverbs 18:4, in my favorite version (NLT) puts it like this: “A person's words can be life-giving water; words of true wisdom are as refreshing as a bubbling brook." What do you think, interested? Talk to Him about becoming a distributor today and have a cool summer, no matter how high the mercury rises. Pastor Vladimir Fri, 19 Dec 2008 06:03:22 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=4 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=4&article_id=132 Sunday it rained all day. In fact if you check the weather forecast it looks like we'll have rain on and off for the next week with the exception of a couple of days. During a good rain, vegetation is nourished, animals are nourished, the grass gets greener; rain refreshes the land. Rain causes things to grow and be fruitful. You and I need to be refreshed from time to time also. But the bottom line is that we need God to rain on us to make us fruitful for His kingdom. I don't know if instead; you're experiencing a time of drought of sorts in your life. That happens in the seasons of our lives. Sometimes it happens more often than not. You know what I'm talking about: you pray but you feel like the prayers don’t leave the roof of your house or wherever you happen to be living at the time. Perhaps you read your Bible but it is like reading Greek and Hebrew and worse yet, it puts you to sleep; and you go to church and get absolutely nothing out of it. Here's the good news, listen and look at the rain this week. Let it remind you of the fact that God is alive and well. Look at Jeremiah 14:22 and Isaiah 30:23 when you have a chance this week, preferably while it's raining and you can see it hit soak the ground near by. Let it remind you that God is near, with blessings specifically designed for you. With plans to grow you and bring your drought to an end. Pastor Vladimir Fri, 19 Dec 2008 06:02:40 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=4 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=4&article_id=130 How is your summer going? Does it look like it's going to be a busy one or a relaxing one? Will you have a chance to catch up with your own spiritual needs? Lately I've had a chance to closely review details about how a house is built, the need to dig until firm ground can be found, the definite need for a solid foundation. Perhaps this summer would be a good time for you to review the foundation of your life. How is that these days? Is the house of your life a little shaky? The Lord offers some amazing promises to those who look to Him for their foundation. Look at Isaiah 28:16, in your favorite version, when you have a chance. You know, the New Testament says that foundation is the Lord Jesus Christ (1 Peter 2:6). Touch base with Him, review the blueprints for the foundation, just the two of you. After all, unless He is the foundation and He actually builds the structure of your life, it's all going to collapse one of these days (Psalm 127:1). Have a great summer. Let the summer remind you of His Grace to you; and give Him a chance to make sure your life is based on solid ground. Pastor Vladimir Fri, 19 Dec 2008 06:02:08 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=4 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=4&article_id=5 You don't mind if I call you a saint, do you? Now, am I implying you're perfect or very close to reaching a state of 'holiness'? Absolutely not! You see, the word 'Saint', using New Testament terminology, simply means: Chosen. The New Testament very explicitly explains how you and I have been chosen by the Lord. In fact He decided long ago to adopt us as His children. You and I are "Saints" by the Lord's own definition, look up 1 Peter 2:9 and Deuteronomy 7:6 in your favorite version when you have a chance. 'Holy' not because we are perfect but because He has a special purpose for us. 'Holy' He has chosen us with a big plan in mind. That is wonderful news, my friend. I don't know about you but I tend to question my purpose in life from time to time and also question His plan when things become difficult. He chose us, we did not choose Him. That's how much He loves us. Enjoy that, appreciated it and put it to use in your daily experience. Every week, you can come to this area of our brand new Web site and find a short devotional designed to give you a quick lift for the day. I'd like to call it our "Dear Saint Letter." It will be my privilege to do this at the beginning of the week. If you find it encouraging, I feel priviledged and blessed. Feel free to send friends to this site too. See you next week, dear saint! Pastor Vladimir Fri, 19 Dec 2008 06:01:16 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=4 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=4&article_id=142 Xunantunich is a spectacular place. Everyone who goes there confirms that. It means: 'the stone madden.' It's the ancient city of the Mayas in Central Belize. Oh yeah, I forgot to tell you, I'm in Belize right now with a group of young professionals from the D.C. area, we're going to visit Actun Tunichil Muknal, it means: 'chamber of the stone tomb.' And it's the largest Mayan sacrificial chamber ever discovered. It was a powerful civilization. A Theocracy really! Everything they did from the way they gathered their food to the number of steps on the main temple was directly related to their religion. Imagine an entire civilization built on an extreme religion. Why do I say extreme? Well, the whole point of the Mayan religion had to do with survival by means of appeasing the gods. Gods who could turn on you at any moment and then you were in big trouble, everyone in the empire was, the whole world even. I have wonderful news today. Well, ok, an invitation. Let's stop doing religion and instead let's focus on relationships; first with the God who is so amazingly faithful to us and reliable beyond our comprehension. Then, based on that, let's focus on and enjoy our relationships with each other. To a planet in need of freedom from guilt and all the other curses that come along with it, the Lord says: 'there is therefore no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.' Read if for yourself and rejoice in Romans 8:1. Those who are in relationship with Christ Jesus don't have to wonder any more if their God (and by the way, there is only ONE) is ever going to turn on them, ever! Fri, 19 Dec 2008 06:00:40 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=4 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=4&article_id=131 Ready or not, it's back to school time! In our local community, the school calendar started last week. For others, such as public school people or college students, it begins this week. Some home-schoolers take the summer off but others continue their learning experience during family vacations. Some in our community don't have to worry about the school calendar any more since they don't have school age children at home any more. But perhaps the real question has nothing to do with the school calendar. We get excited when our children learn facts and produce high scores but the real goal is to help them cross the bridge from book facts to practical every day life. Education experts tell us that real learning happens in non-neutral environments and teachers everywhere, including home school parents, are encouraged to provide such environments in their classrooms. As Christians, we should continue to be students of life, until the day we die; school calendar or not. What's amazing to me, is that the Lord Himself uses the non-neutral environment approach to teach us a thing or two every so often. You see, no matter what is going on in your life, the learning is still up to you. The so called learned of the Jesus' day were always amazed at the practicality of His knowledge; His source: the Father. (John 7:14-18) Here’s my challenge to you: next time the Lord sets up a non-neutral environment in the classroom of your life; take some time to ask the Master Teacher what lesson He would like you to learn and make sure it's His classroom. After all that’s the ultimate goal of education, isn’t it? Happy learning, this week and beyond! Fri, 19 Dec 2008 06:00:11 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=4 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=4&article_id=152 Fri, 19 Dec 2008 05:59:44 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=29 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=29&article_id=153 For the best selection of Christian resources in the area, visit the Highland View Academy Adventist Book Center. From inspirational reading and music to children's Bible school teaching materials to a wide variety of vegetarian products, the HVA ABC has everything you're looking for to nurture your relationship with God and encourage your desire for healthy living. Stop by during our regular business hours and find out how the Highland View Academy Adventist Book Center can help you foster a deeper understanding of God's love for you!MONDAY - 11:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.TUESDAY - 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.WEDNESDAY - 11:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.THURSDAY - 11:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.FRIDAY - 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.EVERY 1ST AND 3RD SUNDAY - 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Fri, 19 Dec 2008 05:52:16 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=115 Feel free to visit Discover Online to begin an interactive online Bible study today. At DiscoverOnline you can create your own account and progress with the study at your own pace. It's a personal spiritual adventure with just a click. Fri, 19 Dec 2008 05:33:44 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=75 Visit BibleGateway to search the Bible in any version for specific passages or topics. Our Pastor usually uses the New Living Translation during our Worship Service but he encourages you to use more than one version for your personal study to compare and learn and BibleGateway is en excellent resource for that. Fri, 19 Dec 2008 05:32:51 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=30 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=30&article_id=162 The Alendu Village Mission is part of a larger project that actually involves two villages in Western Kenya, South Nyanza. Alendu, is of course one of those villages and the other is Wimagak. Each village, supporting a population of roughly 2000 people, is experiencing the scourge of HIV/AIDS, leaving their communities devastated socially and economically. Two women, Drs. Martey Ochola and Eucabeth Odhiambo, have both a professional and a personal investment in these two villages. Dr. Ochola is from Wimagak and Dr. Odhiambo is from Alendu. They know first-hand of the ravaged land and people they seek to help. Professionally, these two women were inspired by the spirit of activism within the women's groups at the villages and determined to study how the groups' efforts could be supported. In an effort to conduct primary research for the purpose of soliciting funding, Dr. Ochola and Dr. Odhiambo engaged in a two-month long needs assessment in 2006, sponsored by Shippensburg University in Pennsylvania. The purpose of this assessment was to determine the population of each community, as well as the residents' knowledge of HIV/AIDS. They also sought to conduct an HIV/AIDS impact assessment on various target groups, determine the influence of Non-government Organizations (NGOs) on HIV/AIDS awareness, and the population needs that, if met, will help elicit behavior change. The data gathered indicates that there is serious need for the following: HIV/AIDS educationHIV/AIDS testing and counseling facilitiesVibrant feeding programs for HIV/AIDS orphaned childrenEducational facilities for orphansDevelopmental activities geared toward the youthTwo of the biggest hurdles to leap involve information dissemination and poverty. Primarily, people are not learning about HIV/AIDS and how to prevent it in a way that brings about lifestyle change. Many young people get information about HIV/AIDS from school; however, those people who are not in school are left with little educational options. They may learn something from their church, an NGO or possibly from some government source. Often the information is sterile or incomplete--without explanation of relevancy or how to apply it. Severe poverty has also been shown to correspond with a higher prevalence of HIV/AIDS. For instance, a poverty-stricken household is less likely to purchase food. According to the Kenyan National Guidelines on Nutrition and HIV/AIDS, without nutrient-rich foods, the risk of opportunistic infections increases and the progression of HIV to AIDS is accelerated. (p. vi, Forward by Honourable Charity Ngilu EGH.M.P, Minister for Health). Within these two poverty-stricken villages over 35% of the population has HIV/AIDS and each village studied has over 200 orphans and vulnerable children (OVC) as a result of HIV/AIDS. This percentage of prevalence contrasts sharply with a national average of 7%, according to the Kenya Demographic and Health Survey (KDHS, 2003). The need for HIV/AIDS education and the alleviation of poverty is extreme in these two villages, even when compared to the atrocity of national norms. Drs. Ochola and Odhiambo conclude that HIV/AIDS prevention could be realized through the following three initiatives: Comprehensive HIV/AIDS educationCare for orphans and vulnerable children, including food, shelter and educationEconomically relevant and viable community projects organized to alleviate poverty and provide employment for young people, widows and widowers (including micro-financing) Mon, 24 Mar 2008 08:46:36 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1&article_id=153 MINISTRY NEEDS: There are several volunteer positions open at HVC for ministry-minded people. Those positions include: Beginners class teacher, Kindergarten class teacher/assistant, Primary class coordinator and teacher, Social committee coordinator, Head Deaconess, Sabbath School Secretary etc. Contact Pastor Corea at 301.573.0271 if you want to know more about these positions or are interested in filling one of these needs. To view an entire list of our ministry needs log out of our Web site and click on "Ministry Needs" in the main menu of the public side of our site. Fri, 7 Mar 2008 07:36:18 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14&article_id=177 To find out how you can become involved in a ministry at Highland View Seventh-day Adventist Church, contact our Ministry Development Director, Vladimir Corea at 301.573.0271, unless otherwise directed in a particular ministry description. Fri, 7 Mar 2008 07:34:39 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=23 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=23&article_id=190 9 cups water 1 large onion, coursely chopped 2 large cloves garlic, minced 2 celery stalks, coursely chopped 2 cups of squash cubed 1 cauliflower, chopped 4 carrots, cubed 4 zucchini, sliced or cubed 4 golden zucchini cubed 3 potatoes, sliced or cubed 1 head of cabbage, sliced thin 1/2 tsp dried thyme 1/2 tsp dried basil 1/2 tsp dried summer savory Sea salt to taste Olive oil to taste Dash of cinnamon Dash of nutmeg 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice In large soup kettle, bring water to a boil. Add all ingredients except lemon juice. Return to boil. Simmer for 30 minutes, stirring frequently to break up squash. Stir in lemon juice at end of cooking. This soup can be made in large quantities because it is a great leftover.Submitted 2.10.2008. Sun, 10 Feb 2008 11:33:35 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=23 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=23&article_id=150 2 c brown lentils 5 c water 2 t olive oil 1 medium onion, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, crushed 20 English spinach leaves, stalks removed and leaves finely shredded 1 t ground cumin 1 t finely grated lemon rind 2 c vegetable stock 2 c water 2 T finely chopped fresh coriander Place lentils in a large pan with water. Bring to a boil and then simmer, uncovered, for 1 hour. Rinse and drain, then set aside. In a separate pan heat the oil; add the onion and garlic. Cook over medium heat until golden. Add the lentils, cumin, lemon rind, stock and water to the pan. Simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes. Add the corianer and stir through. Serve immediately. Submitted 9.29.2006 from The Essential Vegetarian Cookbook Sun, 10 Feb 2008 11:29:44 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=23 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=23&article_id=92 Sun, 10 Feb 2008 11:29:44 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=23 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=23&article_id=71 1 lb great northern beans 6 c water 6 c broth using McKay's Chicken Seasoning 1 large onion, chopped (1 cup) 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 4-oz cans diced green chili peppers 1 T dried oregano, crushed 1 T ground cumin 1/2 t ground red pepper 4 c chopped Worthington Fri-chik or other chicken substitute 1/2 c shredded Monterey Jack cheese fresh chili peppers (optional) Rinse beans. Place in a Dutch oven or crock pot and add water. Bring to boiling. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 2 minutes. Remove from heat. Cover and let soak for 1 hour. (Or cover and soak beans overnight.) Drain off water. In same pot, combine beans broth, onion, garlic, chilies, oregano, cumin, red pepper, 1/2 t salt and 1/2 t pepper. Bring to boiling. Reduce heat. Cover and simmer 1 hour. Stir in Fri-chik. Simmer covered for 1/2 to 1 hour more. Before serving, stir in cheese till just melted. Serve with sliced fresh chili peppers and/or additional cheese. Submitted 5.24.2006 Sun, 10 Feb 2008 11:29:44 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1&article_id=166 NEED AFTER SCHOOL CARE? LouAnn McCain, HVC member and very experienced mom, has three more openings for children who need after school care from Mt. Aetna Adventist Elementary School. Please contact her at 240.217.5249 for more information. Fri, 25 Jan 2008 10:06:04 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1&article_id=123 COME PRAY WITH US: We have a prayer group every Sabbath morning during our regular small group Bible study time. Our purpose is to consistently lift up Highland View Academy, our church, and each other. The format is simple, and you are welcome to come every week or just on occasion. We meet from 10:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall. For more information, please contact Sheri Tydings at 301.573.5255 or Sherry Hostetler at 301.797.3904. Fri, 25 Jan 2008 10:06:04 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1&article_id=15 Fri, 25 Jan 2008 10:06:04 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1&article_id=16 Fri, 25 Jan 2008 10:06:04 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14&article_id=93 Tue, 8 Jan 2008 20:44:17 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=9 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=9&article_id=35 301.573.4381 Mon, 31 Dec 2007 14:32:45 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=18 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=18&article_id=55 301.596.5600 - http://www.columbiaunion.org/article.php?id=21 State or area conferences are made up of 30 to 100 congregations with the purpose of facilitating, strengthening and coordinating the work of the local church. The Chesapeake Conference currently includes 54 congregations in DE, MD, and on the edges of VA and WV. Wed, 29 Aug 2007 09:49:50 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=30 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=30&article_id=168 From June 2006 to June 2007 over $40,000 has been raised by Highland View Seventh-day Adventist Church in Hagerstown, Maryland as a springboard for the community center in Alendu. After purchasing 2 acres of land, the church sent a team of 14 people from June 18 through July 4, 2007 to complete the first phase of community center which consists of the foundation, floor, and walls. As of August 2, 2007 another $7,300 has been made available for the roof and other basic fixtures. Fund raising continues in order to provide windows and doors, tables and chairs, storage shelving, kitchen supplies, office furniture, etc. Also there is a steady need for funds to provide food for the orphans. Mon, 13 Aug 2007 10:42:12 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=30 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=30&article_id=166 The immediate goals include the following: To become an ongoing resource for the purchase of food for the more than 400 orphans in the villages of Alendu and WimagakTo build a community center in Alendu which will serve as a food distribution hub for the orphans thereTo construct a daycare/nursery school for the orphans in Wimagak to serve as an educational facility, as well as a place where food is available to them Mon, 13 Aug 2007 10:41:39 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=30 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=30&article_id=167 Looking to the future, the emphases of these Kenyan projects will include: Expanding the Alendu Village Community Center into an orphanage, as well as a facility providing free health education, counseling and basic care and free vocational skills in agricultureOrganizing community health testing and counseling for both villagesExpanding the Wimagak day care into a free elementary school for orphansFacilitating community development projects for the villages' existing organizations (the women's groups and the Alendu Community Development Group) such as micro-financing, water and agricultural projectsUtilizing Wimagak and Alendu as locations where universities can participate in educational undertakingsCombating the language and cultural barriers to HIV/AIDS education by collaborating with various organizations to provide culturally relevant educational materials such as books, cultural narratives and videos in the native language of Luo and also Kiswahili to broaden the target populations. Mon, 13 Aug 2007 10:40:44 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=3 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=3&article_id=3 We hold certain basic beliefs to be the teaching of the Holy Scriptures, our only measurement for truth. These beliefs, as set forth here, represent our understanding and expression of the teaching of Scripture. Revision of these statements may occur when the Seventh-day Adventist church is led by the Holy Spirit to a fuller understanding of Bible truth or finds better language in which to express the teachings of God's Holy Word. Click on your topics of interest below or scroll down to read all topics.The Holy Scriptures The Trinity The Father The Son The Holy Spirit Creation The Nature of Man The Great Controversy The Life, Death, and Resurrection of Christ The Experience of Salvation Growing in Christ The Church The Remnant and Its Mission Unity in the Body of Christ Baptism The Lord's Supper Spiritual Gifts and Ministries The Gift of Prophecy The Law of God The Sabbath Stewardship Christian Behavior Marriage and the Family Christ's Ministry in the Heavenly Sanctuary The Second Coming of Christ Death and Resurrection The Millennium and the End of Sin The New Earth 1. The Holy Scriptures: The Holy Scriptures, Old and New Testaments, are the written Word of God, given by divine inspiration through holy men of God who spoke and wrote as they were moved by the Holy Spirit. In this Word, God has committed to man the knowledge necessary for salvation. The Holy Scriptures are the infallible revelation of His will. They are the standard of character, the test of experience, the authoritative revealer of doctrines, and the trustworthy record of God's acts in history. (2 Peter 1:20, 21; 2 Tim. 3:16, 17; Ps. 119:105; Prov. 30:5, 6; Isa. 8:20; John 17:17; 1 Thess. 2:13; Heb. 4:12.) Return to Top 2. The Trinity: There is one God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, a unity of three co-eternal Persons. God is immortal, all-powerful, all-knowing, above all, and ever present. He is infinite and beyond human comprehension, yet known through His self-revelation. He is forever worthy of worship, adoration, and service by the whole creation. (Deut. 6:4; Matt. 28:19; 2 Cor. 13:14; Eph. 4:4-6; 1 Peter 1:2; 1 Tim. 1:17; Rev. 14:7.) Return to Top 3. The Father: God the eternal Father is the Creator, Source, Sustainer, and Sovereign of all creation. He is just and holy, merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and abounding in steadfast love and faithfulness. The qualities and powers exhibited in the Son and the Holy Spirit are also revelations of the Father. (Gen. 1:1; Rev. 4:11; 1 Cor. 15:28; John 3:16; 1 John 4:8; 1 Tim. 1:17; Ex. 34:6, 7; John 14:9.) Return to Top 4. The Son: God the eternal Son became incarnate in Jesus Christ. Through Him all things were created, the character of God is revealed, the salvation of humanity is accomplished, and the world is judged. Forever truly God, He became also truly man, Jesus the Christ. He was conceived of the Holy Spirit and born of the virgin Mary. He lived and experienced temptation as a human being, but perfectly exemplified the righteousness and love of God. By His miracles He manifested God's power and was attested as God's promised Messiah. He suffered and died voluntarily on the cross for our sins and in our place, was raised from the dead, and ascended to minister in the heavenly sanctuary in our behalf. He will come again in glory for the final deliverance of His people and the restoration of all things. (John 1:1-3, 14; Col. 1:15-19; John 10:30; 14:9; Rom. 6:23; 2 Cor. 5:17-19; John 5:22; Luke 1:35; Phil. 2:5-11; Heb. 2:9-18; 1 Cor. 15:3, 4; Heb. 8:1, 2; John 14:1-3.) Return to Top 5. The Holy Spirit: God the eternal Spirit was active with the Father and the Son in Creation, incarnation, and redemption. He inspired the writers of Scripture. He filled Christ's life with power. He draws and convicts human beings; and those who respond He renews and transforms into the image of God. Sent by the Father and the Son to be always with His children, He extends spiritual gifts to the church, empowers it to bear witness to Christ, and in harmony with the Scriptures leads it into all truth. (Gen. 1:1, 2; Luke 1:35; 4:18; Acts 10:38; 2 Peter 1:21; 2 Cor. 3:18; Eph. 4:11, 12; Acts 1:8; John 14:16-18, 26; 15:26, 27; 16:7-13.) Return to Top 6. Creation: God is Creator of all things, and has revealed in Scripture the authentic account of His creative activity. In six days the Lord made "the heaven and the earth" and all living things upon the earth, and rested on the seventh day of that first week. Thus He established the Sabbath as a perpetual memorial of His completed creative work. The first man and woman were made in the image of God as the crowning work of Creation, given dominion over the world, and charged with responsibility to care for it. When the world was finished it was very good,'' declaring the glory of God. (Gen. 1; 2; Ex. 20:8-11; Ps. 19:1-6; 33:6, 9; 104; Heb. 11:3.) Return to Top 7. The Nature of Man: Man and woman were made in the image of God with individuality, the power and freedom to think and to do. Though created free beings, each is an indivisible unity of body, mind, and spirit, dependent upon God for life and breath and all else. When our first parents disobeyed God, they denied their dependence upon Him and fell from their high position under God. The image of God in them was marred and they became subject to death. Their descendants share this fallen nature and its consequences. They are born with weaknesses and tendencies to evil. But God in Christ reconciled the world to Himself and by His Spirit restores in penitent mortals the image of their Maker. Created for the glory of God, they are called to love Him and one another, and to care for their environment. (Gen. 1:26-28; 2:7; Ps. 8:4-8; Acts 17:24-28; Gen. 3; Ps. 51:5; Rom. 5:12-17; 2 Cor. 5:19, 20; Ps. 51:10; 1 John 4:7, 8, 11, 20; Gen. 2:15.) Return to Top 8. The Great Controversy: All humanity is now involved in a great controversy between Christ and Satan regarding the character of God, His law, and His sovereignty over the universe. This conflict originated in heaven when a created being, endowed with freedom of choice, in self-exaltation became Satan, God's adversary, and led into rebellion a portion of the angels. He introduced the spirit of rebellion into this world when he led Adam and Eve into sin. This human sin resulted in the distortion of the image of God in humanity, the disordering of the created world, and its eventual devastation at the time of the worldwide flood. Observed by the whole creation, this world became the arena of the universal conflict, out of which the God of love will ultimately be vindicated. To assist His people in this controversy, Christ sends the Holy Spirit and the loyal angels to guide, protect, and sustain them in the way of salvation. (Rev. 12:4-9; Isa. 14:12-14; Eze. 28:12-18; Gen. 3; Rom. 1:19-32; 5:12-21; 8:19-22; Gen. 6-8; 2 Peter 3:6; 1 Cor. 4:9; Heb. 1:14.) Return to Top 9. The Life, Death, and Resurrection of Christ: In Christ's life of perfect obedience to God's will, His suffering, death, and resurrection, God provided the only means of atonement for human sin, so that those who by faith accept this atonement may have eternal life, and the whole creation may better understand the infinite and holy love of the Creator. This perfect atonement vindicates the righteousness of God's law and the graciousness of His character; for it both condemns our sin and provides for our forgiveness. The death of Christ is substitutionary and expiatory, reconciling and transforming. The resurrection of Christ proclaims God's triumph over the forces of evil, and for those who accept the atonement assures their final victory over sin and death. It declares the Lordship of Jesus Christ, before whom every knee in heaven and on earth will bow. (John 3:16; Isa. 53; 1 Peter 2:21, 22; 1 Cor. 15:3, 4, 20-22; 2 Cor. 5:14, 15, 19-21; Rom. 1:4; 3:25; 4:25; 8:3, 4; 1 John 2:2; 4:10; Col. 2:15; Phil. 2:6-11.) Return to Top 10. The Experience of Salvation: In infinite love and mercy God made Christ, who knew no sin, to be sin for us, so that in Him we might be made the righteousness of God. Led by the Holy Spirit we sense our need, acknowledge our sinfulness, repent of our transgressions, and exercise faith in Jesus as Lord and Christ, as Substitute and Example. This faith which receives salvation comes through the divine power of the Word and is the gift of God's grace. Through Christ we are justified, adopted as God's sons and daughters, and delivered from the lordship of sin. Through the Spirit we are born again and sanctified; the Spirit renews our minds, writes God's law of love in our hearts, and we are given the power to live a holy life. Abiding in Him we become partakers of the divine nature and have the assurance of salvation now and in the judgment. (2 Cor. 5:17-21; John 3:16; Gal. 1:4; 4:4-7; Titus 3:3-7; John 16:8; Gal. 3:13, 14; 1 Peter 2:21, 22; Rom. 10:17; Luke 17:5; Mark 9:23, 24; Eph. 2:5-10; Rom. 3:21-26; Col. 1:13, 14; Rom. 8:14-17; Gal. 3:26; John 3:3-8; 1 Peter 1:23; Rom. 12:2; Heb. 8:7-12; Eze. 36:25-27; 2 Peter 1:3, 4; Rom. 8:1-4; 5:6-10.) Return to Top 11. Growing in Christ: By His death on the cross Jesus triumphed over the forces of evil. He who subjugated the demonic spirits during His earthly ministry has broken their power and made certain their ultimate doom. Jesus' victory gives us victory over the evil forces that still seek to control us, as we walk with Him in peace, joy, and assurance of His love. Now the Holy Spirit dwells within us and empowers us. Continually committed to Jesus as our Saviour and Lord, we are set free from the burden of our past deeds. No longer do we live in the darkness, fear of evil powers, ignorance, and meaninglessness of our former way of life. In this new freedom in Jesus, we are called to grow into the likeness of His character, communing with Him daily in prayer, feeding on His Word, meditating on it and on His providence, singing His praises, gathering together for worship, and participating in the mission of the Church. As we give ourselves in loving service to those around us and in witnessing to His salvation, His constant presence with us through the Spirit transforms every moment and every task into a spiritual experience. (Ps 1:1, 2; 23:4; 77:11, 12; Col 1:13, 14; 2:6, 14, 15; Luke 10:17-20; Eph 5:19, 20; 6:12-18; 1 Thess 5:23; 2 Peter 2:9; 3:18; 2 Cor. 3:17, 18; Phil 3:7-14; 1 Thess 5:16-18; Matt 20:25-28; John 20:21; Gal 5:22-25; Rom 8:38, 39; 1 John 4:4; Heb 10:25.) Return to Top 12. The Church: The church is the community of believers who confess Jesus Christ as Lord and Saviour. In continuity with the people of God in Old Testament times, we are called out from the world; and we join together for worship, for fellowship, for instruction in the Word, for the celebration of the Lord's Supper, for service to all mankind, and for the worldwide proclamation of the gospel. The church derives its authority from Christ, who is the incarnate Word, and from the Scriptures, which are the written Word. The church is God's family; adopted by Him as children, its members live on the basis of the new covenant. The church is the body of Christ, a community of faith of which Christ Himself is the Head. The church is the bride for whom Christ died that He might sanctify and cleanse her. At His return in triumph, He will present her to Himself a glorious church, the faithful of all the ages, the purchase of His blood, not having spot or wrinkle, but holy and without blemish. (Gen. 12:3; Acts 7:38; Eph. 4:11-15; 3:8-11; Matt. 28:19, 20; 16:13-20; 18:18; Eph. 2:19-22; 1:22, 23; 5:23-27; Col. 1:17, 18.) Return to Top 13. The Remnant and Its Mission: The universal church is composed of all who truly believe in Christ, but in the last days, a time of widespread apostasy, a remnant has been called out to keep the commandments of God and the faith of Jesus. This remnant announces the arrival of the judgment hour, proclaims salvation through Christ, and heralds the approach of His second advent. This proclamation is symbolized by the three angels of Revelation 14; it coincides with the work of judgment in heaven and results in a work of repentance and reform on earth. Every believer is called to have a personal part in this worldwide witness. (Rev. 12:17; 14:6-12; 18:1-4; 2 Cor. 5:10; Jude 3, 14; 1 Peter 1:16-19; 2 Peter 3:10-14; Rev. 21:1-14.) Return to Top 14. Unity in the Body of Christ: The church is one body with many members, called from every nation, kindred, tongue, and people. In Christ we are a new creation; distinctions of race, culture, learning, and nationality, and differences between high and low, rich and poor, male and female, must not be divisive among us. We are all equal in Christ, who by one Spirit has bonded us into one fellowship with Him and with one another; we are to serve and be served without partiality or reservation. Through the revelation of Jesus Christ in the Scriptures we share the same faith and hope, and reach out in one witness to all. This unity has its source in the oneness of the triune God, who has adopted us as His children. (Rom. 12:4, 5; 1 Cor. 12:12-14; Matt. 28:19, 20; Ps. 133:1; 2 Cor. 5:16, 17; Acts 17:26, 27; Gal. 3:27, 29; Col. 3:10-15; Eph. 4:14-16; 4:1-6; John 17:20-23.) Return to Top 15. Baptism: By baptism we confess our faith in the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, and testify of our death to sin and of our purpose to walk in newness of life. Thus we acknowledge Christ as Lord and Saviour, become His people, and are received as members by His church. Baptism is a symbol of our union with Christ, the forgiveness of our sins, and our reception of the Holy Spirit. It is by immersion in water and is contingent on an affirmation of faith in Jesus and evidence of repentance of sin. It follows instruction in the Holy Scriptures and acceptance of their teachings. (Rom. 6:1-6; Col. 2:12, 13; Acts 16:30-33; 22:16; 2:38; Matt. 28:19, 20.) Return to Top 16. The Lord's Supper: The Lord's Supper is a participation in the emblems of the body and blood of Jesus as an expression of faith in Him, our Lord and Saviour. In this experience of communion Christ is present to meet and strengthen His people. As we partake, we joyfully proclaim the Lord's death until He comes again. Preparation for the Supper includes self-examination, repentance, and confession. The Master ordained the service of foot washing to signify renewed cleansing, to express a willingness to serve one another in Christlike humility, and to unite our hearts in love. The communion service is open to all believing Christians. (1 Cor. 10:16, 17; 11:23-30; Matt. 26:17-30; Rev. 3:20; John 6:48-63; 13:1-17.) Return to Top 17. Spiritual Gifts and Ministries: God bestows upon all members of His church in every age spiritual gifts which each member is to employ in loving ministry for the common good of the church and of humanity. Given by the agency of the Holy Spirit, who apportions to each member as He wills, the gifts provide all abilities and ministries needed by the church to fulfill its divinely ordained functions. According to the Scriptures, these gifts include such ministries as faith, healing, prophecy, proclamation, teaching, administration, reconciliation, compassion, and self-sacrificing service and charity for the help and encouragement of people. Some members are called of God and endowed by the Spirit for functions recognized by the church in pastoral, evangelistic, apostolic, and teaching ministries particularly needed to equip the members for service, to build up the church to spiritual maturity, and to foster unity of the faith and knowledge of God. When members employ these spiritual gifts as faithful stewards of God's varied grace, the church is protected from the destructive influence of false doctrine, grows with a growth that is from God, and is built up in faith and love. (Rom. 12:4-8; 1 Cor. 12:9-11, 27, 28; Eph. 4:8, 11-16; Acts 6:1-7; 1 Tim. 3:1-13; 1 Peter 4:10, 11.) Return to Top 18. The Gift of Prophecy: One of the gifts of the Holy Spirit is prophecy. This gift is an identifying mark of the remnant church and was manifested in the ministry of Ellen. G. White . As the Lord's messenger, her writings are a continuing and authoritative source of truth which provide for the church comfort, guidance, instruction, and correction. They also make clear that the Bible is the standard by which all teaching and experience must be tested. (Joel 2:28, 29; Acts 2:14-21; Heb. 1:1-3; Rev. 12:17; 19:10.) Return to Top 19. The Law of God: The great principles of God's law are embodied in the Ten Commandments and exemplified in the life of Christ. They express God's love, will, and purposes concerning human conduct and relationships and are binding upon all people in every age. These precepts are the basis of God's covenant with His people and the standard in God's judgment. Through the agency of the Holy Spirit they point out sin and awaken a sense of need for a Saviour. Salvation is all of grace and not of works, but its fruitage is obedience to the Commandments. This obedience develops Christian character and results in a sense of well-being. It is an evidence of our love for the Lord and our concern for our fellow men. The obedience of faith demonstrates the power of Christ to transform lives, and therefore strengthens Christian witness. (Ex. 20:1-17; Ps. 40:7, 8; Matt. 22:36-40; Deut. 28:1-14; Matt. 5:17-20; Heb. 8:8-10; John 15:7-10; Eph. 2:8-10; 1 John 5:3; Rom. 8:3, 4; Ps. 19:7-14.) Return to Top 20. The Sabbath: The beneficent Creator, after the six days of Creation, rested on the seventh day and instituted the Sabbath for all people as a memorial of Creation. The fourth commandment of God's unchangeable law requires the observance of this seventh-day Sabbath as the day of rest, worship, and ministry in harmony with the teaching and practice of Jesus, the Lord of the Sabbath. The Sabbath is a day of delightful communion with God and one another. It is a symbol of our redemption in Christ, a sign of our sanctification, a token of our allegiance, and a foretaste of our eternal future in God's kingdom. The Sabbath is God's perpetual sign of His eternal covenant between Him and His people. Joyful observance of this holy time from evening to evening, sunset to sunset, is a celebration of God's creative and redemptive acts. (Gen. 2:1-3; Ex. 20:8-11; Luke 4:16; Isa. 56:5, 6; 58:13, 14; Matt. 12:1-12; Ex. 31:13-17; Eze. 20:12, 20; Deut. 5:12-15; Heb. 4:1-11; Lev. 23:32; Mark 1:32.) Return to Top 21. Stewardship: We are God's stewards, entrusted by Him with time and opportunities, abilities and possessions, and the blessings of the earth and its resources. We are responsible to Him for their proper use. We acknowledge God's ownership by faithful service to Him and our fellow men, and by returning tithes and giving offerings for the proclamation of His gospel and the support and growth of His church. Stewardship is a privilege given to us by God for nurture in love and the victory over selfishness and covetousness. The steward rejoices in the blessings that come to others as a result of his faithfulness. (Gen. 1:26-28; 2:15; 1 Chron. 29:14; Haggai 1:3-11; Mal. 3:8-12; 1 Cor. 9:9-14; Matt. 23:23; 2 Cor. 8:1-15; Rom. 15:26, 27.) Return to Top 22. Christian Behavior: We are called to be a godly people who think, feel, and act in harmony with the principles of heaven. For the Spirit to recreate in us the character of our Lord we involve ourselves only in those things which will produce Christlike purity, health, and joy in our lives. This means that our amusement and entertainment should meet the highest standards of Christian taste and beauty. While recognizing cultural differences, our dress is to be simple, modest, and neat, befitting those whose true beauty does not consist of outward adornment but in the imperishable ornament of a gentle and quiet spirit. It also means that because our bodies are the temples of the Holy Spirit, we are to care for them intelligently. Along with adequate exercise and rest, we are to adopt the most healthful diet possible and abstain from the unclean foods identified in the Scriptures. Since alcoholic beverages, tobacco, and the irresponsible use of drugs and narcotics are harmful to our bodies, we are to abstain from them as well. Instead, we are to engage in whatever brings our thoughts and bodies into the discipline of Christ, who desires our wholesomeness, joy, and goodness. (Rom. 12:1, 2; 1 John 2:6; Eph. 5:1-21; Phil. 4:8; 2 Cor. 10:5; 6:14-7:1; 1 Peter 3:1-4; 1 Cor. 6:19, 20; 10:31; Lev. 11:1-47; 3 John 2.) Return to Top 23. Marriage and the Family: Marriage was divinely established in Eden and affirmed by Jesus to be a lifelong union between a man and a woman in loving companionship. For the Christian a marriage commitment is to God as well as to the spouse, and should be entered into only between partners who share a common faith. Mutual love, honor, respect, and responsibility are the fabric of this relationship, which is to reflect the love, sanctity, closeness, and permanence of the relationship between Christ and His church. Regarding divorce, Jesus taught that the person who divorces a spouse, except for fornication, and marries another, commits adultery. Although some family relationships may fall short of the ideal, marriage partners who fully commit themselves to each other in Christ may achieve loving unity through the guidance of the Spirit and the nurture of the church. God blesses the family and intends that its members shall assist each other toward complete maturity. Parents are to bring up their children to love and obey the Lord. By their example and their words they are to teach them that Christ is a loving disciplinarian, ever tender and caring, who wants them to become members of His body, the family of God. Increasing family closeness is one of the earmarks of the final gospel message. (Gen. 2:18-25; Matt. 19:3-9; John 2:1-11; 2 Cor. 6:14; Eph. 5:21-33; Matt. 5:31, 32; Mark 10:11, 12; Luke 16:18; 1 Cor. 7:10, 11; Ex. 20:12; Eph. 6:1-4; Deut. 6:5-9; Prov. 22:6; Mal. 4:5, 6.) Return to Top 24. Christ's Ministry in the Heavenly Sanctuary: There is a sanctuary in heaven, the true tabernacle which the Lord set up and not man. In it Christ ministers on our behalf, making available to believers the benefits of His atoning sacrifice offered once for all on the cross. He was inaugurated as our great High Priest and began His intercessory ministry at the time of His ascension. In 1844, at the end of the prophetic period of 2300 days, He entered the second and last phase of His atoning ministry. It is a work of investigative judgment which is part of the ultimate disposition of all sin, typified by the cleansing of the ancient Hebrew sanctuary on the Day of Atonement. In that typical service the sanctuary was cleansed with the blood of animal sacrifices, but the heavenly things are purified with the perfect sacrifice of the blood of Jesus. The investigative judgment reveals to heavenly intelligences who among the dead are asleep in Christ and therefore, in Him, are deemed worthy to have part in the first resurrection. It also makes manifest who among the living are abiding in Christ, keeping the commandments of God and the faith of Jesus, and in Him, therefore, are ready for translation into His everlasting kingdom. This judgment vindicates the justice of God in saving those who believe in Jesus. It declares that those who have remained loyal to God shall receive the kingdom. The completion of this ministry of Christ will mark the close of human probation before the Second Advent. (Heb. 8:1-5; 4:14-16; 9:11-28; 10:19-22; 1:3; 2:16, 17; Dan. 7:9-27; 8:13, 14; 9:24-27; Num. 14:34; Eze. 4:6; Lev. 16; Rev. 14:6, 7; 20:12; 14:12; 22:12.) Return to Top 25. The Second Coming of Christ: The second coming of Christ is the blessed hope of the church, the grand climax of the gospel. The Saviour's coming will be literal, personal, visible, and worldwide. When He returns, the righteous dead will be resurrected, and together with the righteous living will be glorified and taken to heaven, but the unrighteous will die. The almost complete fulfillment of most lines of prophecy, together with the present condition of the world, indicates that Christ's coming is imminent. The time of that event has not been revealed, and we are therefore exhorted to be ready at all times. (Titus 2:13; Heb. 9:28; John 14:1-3; Acts 1:9-11; Matt. 24:14; Rev. 1:7; Matt. 24:43, 44; 1 Thess. 4:13-18; 1 Cor. 15:51-54; 2 Thess. 1:7-10; 2:8; Rev. 14:14-20; 19:11-21; Matt. 24; Mark 13; Luke 21; 2 Tim. 3:1-5; 1 Thess. 5:1-6.) Return to Top 26. Death and Resurrection: The wages of sin is death. But God, who alone is immortal, will grant eternal life to His redeemed. Until that day death is an unconscious state for all people. When Christ, who is our life, appears, the resurrected righteous and the living righteous will be glorified and caught up to meet their Lord. The second resurrection, the resurrection of the unrighteous, will take place a thousand years later. (Rom. 6:23; 1 Tim. 6:15, 16; Eccl. 9:5, 6; Ps. 146:3, 4; John 11:11-14; Col. 3:4; 1 Cor. 15:51-54; 1 Thess. 4:13-17; John 5:28, 29; Rev. 20:1-10.) Return to Top 27. The Millennium and the End of Sin: The millennium is the thousand-year reign of Christ with His saints in heaven between the first and second resurrections. During this time the wicked dead will be judged; the earth will be utterly desolate, without living human inhabitants, but occupied by Satan and his angels. At its close Christ with His saints and the Holy City will descend from heaven to earth. The unrighteous dead will then be resurrected, and with Satan and his angels will surround the city; but fire from God will consume them and cleanse the earth. The universe will thus be freed of sin and sinners forever. (Rev. 20; 1 Cor. 6:2, 3; Jer. 4:23-26; Rev. 21:1-5; Mal. 4:1; Eze. 28:18, 19.) Return to Top 28. The New Earth: On the new earth, in which righteousness dwells, God will provide an eternal home for the redeemed and a perfect environment for everlasting life, love, joy, and learning in His presence. For here God Himself will dwell with His people, and suffering and death will have passed away. The great controversy will be ended, and sin will be no more. All things, animate and inanimate, will declare that God is love; and He shall reign forever. Amen. (2 Peter 3:13; Isa. 35; 65:17-25; Matt. 5:5; Rev. 21:1-7; 22:1-5; 11:15.) Return to Top Thu, 2 Aug 2007 21:50:39 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=18 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=18&article_id=58 301.680.6540 - http://www.whiteestate.org/ Ellen White is the most translated woman writer in the entire history of literature, and the most translated American author of either gender. The EGW Estate, Inc. is an organization created by the last will and testament of Mrs. White to act as her agent in the custody of her writings, handling her properties, "conducting the business thereof," "securing the printing of new translations," and the "printing of compilations from my manuscripts." Wed, 15 Nov 2006 22:04:13 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=26 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=26&article_id=106 269.697.8600 - www.seekinghim.com Seeking Him is the ideal study for small groups looking to make a serious investment in spiritual growth. God promises to meet you when you seek Him together. Seeking Him is a guide for individuals or, ideally, small groups of Christians who are committed to seeking God for revival in their lives and in our world. The book has been designed as a 12-week study but can be adapted to a longer time frame. It includes opportunities for personal study and reflection, small-group discussion and practical response. Wed, 15 Nov 2006 21:59:43 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=28 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=28&article_id=128 http://www.ssnet.org/index.html The Sabbath School Network and Bible Study Center (SSNET) is operated by lay members of the Seventh-day Adventist Church who volunteer their time so that you can use the online capabilities of the internet to study the Bible. Within the SSNET you will find Bible study guides for ALL ages and interests. Wed, 15 Nov 2006 21:59:17 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=27 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=27&article_id=108 www.purposedrivenlife.com EXPERIENCING CHRIST TOGETHER Beginning in Christ Together Group Package One group set of the 6-week small group study on the 5 purposes of fellowship, discipeship, ministry, evangelism, and worship lived out in the life of Jesus Christ as seen through His disciples. Resources included: 10 Beginning in Christ Together Study Guides1 Beginning in Christ Together Teaching DVD Wed, 15 Nov 2006 21:58:29 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=25 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=25&article_id=99 800.525.9563 - www.serendipityhouse.com SMALL-GROUP STARTERS Great Beginnings: Your First Small-Group Study The first question new small groups ask is "where do we begin?" This new Great Beginnings study is the answer. The six interactive sessions are fun, easy, and perfect for developing a sense of connection in your group. As you get to know one another and share your stories, you'll also experience authentic small-group community. Wed, 15 Nov 2006 21:57:16 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=4 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=4&article_id=80 Fri, 13 Oct 2006 21:35:31 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=20 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=20&article_id=151 Crush 2 rolls of Ritz crackers and mix with one stick of melted butter or margarine. Put 1/2 of the mixture on the bottom of a 9 x 13 baking dish. Spread it around and pat it down. Mix together: 1 can of mushroom soup 1 can of celery soup 1 medium chopped onion 3/4 c chopped celery 1 1/2 c sour cream 1 c chopped mushrooms 2 small cans of water chestnuts 2 cans of diced Worthington Fri-Chik (drained) Spread gently over cracker mixture in pan and sprinkle remaining Ritz cracker mixture on top. Bake for 45 minutes at 450 degrees. Submitted 9.29.2006 Fri, 29 Sep 2006 10:34:02 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=20 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=20&article_id=90 Fri, 29 Sep 2006 10:28:21 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=22 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=22&article_id=149 16 tomatoes (or 36 Romas) 4 jalapeno peppers 1 1/2 cans green chilis (or 2 green and 2 red) 3 hot peppers 4 onions 2 green bell peppers 1 c white or apple cider vinegar 1/2 t celery salt 2 T salt 1/2 T mustard seed 3 cloves of garlic, minced 2 T lemon juice 1 t oregano 1 T chili powder 2 T parsley 1/2 t cilantro Combine all ingredients. Cook for 1 1/2 hours on low heat. Let cool. Add 2 small cans of tomato paste. If canning, boil canning jars for approximately 5 minutes. Then fill with salsa, put canning lids on and boil jars in enough water to cover 3/4 of the jars - for 20 minutes. (Can add corn or black beans to salsa.) Makes approximately 9 pints. Sumbitted 9.20.2006 Fri, 29 Sep 2006 10:17:28 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=22 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=22&article_id=89 Fri, 29 Sep 2006 10:10:53 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=22 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=22&article_id=69 1 bread stick 16 large sun-dried tomatoes, cut into thin strips 4 3/4 oz fresh Parmesan cheese, shaved thinly Pesto 1 c firmly packed fresh basil leaves 2 T chopped fresh chives 4 T pine nuts 2-3 cloves garlic, peeled 1/4 c olive oil Freeze the bread stick until firm. Cut it into very thin slices, using a sharp serrated knife. Toast the slices under a hot grill until they are golden brown on both sides. Place the basil leaves, chives, pine nuts, garlic and olive oil in a food processor. Process for 20-30 seconds or until smooth. Spread the pesto mixture evenly over the toasted slices. Top with strips of tomato and shavings of Parmesan cheese. Recipe submitted 5.24.2006 from The Essential Vegetarian Cookbook. Fri, 29 Sep 2006 10:10:53 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=19 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=19&article_id=50 Although not all Seventh-day Adventists are vegetarian, we are nonetheless known for our delectible vegetarian cuisine. Many people who eat meat often ask vegetarians, "So what do you eat, anyway?" The recipes within this Web site are of course only a fraction of the yummy possibilities, but we'd like to share some Highland View Church favorites. In fact, if you join us for church on the second Saturday of the month and then stay for our monthly fellowship lunch, you just might be able to sample some of these recipes for yourself. If you have a favorite vegetarian recipe you'd like to submit to our collection simply click here and put "Recipe" in the subject field. All of the referenced meat substitutes can be purchased from the Highland View Academy Adventist Book Center located at 10100 Academy Drive, Hagerstown, MD 21740. Visit today! Fri, 29 Sep 2006 10:06:26 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=20 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=20&article_id=147 1 6-oz package of corn chips 2 c shredded sharp cheddar cheese 1 15-oz can of chili with beans 1 10-oz can of enchilada sauce 1 8-oz can of seasoned tomato sauce 1 T minced onion 1 c sour cream Reserve 1 c corn chips and 1/2 c of cheese. Combine remaining chips and cheese with chili, sauces and onion. Pour into a 1 1/2 quart casserole. Bake uncovered at 375 degrees for 25 minutes. Spread sour cream on top, sprinkle with reserved cheese and ring with remaining chips. Bake 5 minutes longer. Serves 6. Recipe submitted 9.5.2006. Tue, 5 Sep 2006 17:24:35 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=20 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=20&article_id=66 1 T sesame seeds 2 spring onions 8 oz broccoli 1 medium red pepper 1 medium yellow pepper 4 3/4 oz button mushrooms 1 T oil 1 t sesame oil 1 clove garlic, crushed 2 t grated fresh ginger 1/4 c black olives 1 T soy sauce 1 T honey 1 T sweet chilli sauce Place the sesame seeds on an oven tray and cook under a hot grill until golden; set aside until needed. Finely slice the spring onions and cut the broccoli into small florets. Cut the peppers in half, remove and discard the seeds and membrane and cut the flesh into thin strips. Cut the mushrooms in half. Heat the oils in a wok or large frying pan. Add the garlic, ginger and spring onions. Stir-fry over medium heat for 1 minute. Add the broccoli, peppers, mushrooms and olives. Stir-fry another 2 minutes or until the vegetables are a bright colour and just tender. Combine the soy sauce, honey and chilli sauce over the vegetables and toss lightly to combine. Sprinkle with the sesame seeds and serve immediately. Recipe submitted 5.24.2006 from The Essential Vegetarian Cookbook, which sad to say, is out of print. Tue, 5 Sep 2006 17:21:38 MST