Adventist World Magazine

12/30/2024

Several Seventh-day Adventist church members are among the deceased in the plane crash that occurred at Muan International Airport in the South Jeolla Province, South Korea, on December 29. Leaders at the Korean Union Conference issued a statement to express their condolences and ask church members to pray for the bereaved.

Regional church leaders ask for prayers for the bereaved.

12/30/2024

La Sierra University, a Seventh-day Adventist institution in Riverside, California, United States, celebrated the institution’s recent receipt of a US$1.5 million federal grant. The moment commemorated the first installment of a $7.5 million, five-year grant aimed at assisting underserved students and supporting health-care career trajectories.

La Sierra University has already received the first installment of the 5-year initiative.

12/28/2024

Noting that we’re living in the last days of earth’s history, Nepal Section church leaders emphasize the importance of unity and commitment to God’s mission during their November 21 and 22, 2024, year-end meeting.

Nepal Section church leaders emphasize unity and urgency in sharing the gospel during their November 2024 year-end meeting.

12/28/2024

https://adventistreview.org/perspectives/columnists/retraction-watch-2/
"Science is a human endeavor and, as such, can be tainted or even corrupted by… the common foibles that impact even the most honest and dedicated scientists."

Science is a human endeavor and, as such, can be tainted or even corrupted by… the common foibles that impact even the most honest and dedicated scientists.

12/27/2024

For the first time in 19 years, in 2024, Christmas Day coincided with the first day of Hanukkah, “the Feast of Dedication.” What does this celebration, which Jesus Himself commemorated, and the history attached to it, have to say about our life as contemporary Seventh-day Adventists? A lot, it turns out. Here’s why.

Why Seventh-day Adventists must choose ‘inquiry over invective’

12/26/2024

Pacific Union College’s dorm worship attendance has almost doubled since last year, indicating an increased desire among students to strengthen their relationship with Christ and study His Word.

Changes in dorm worship format almost doubles attendance.

12/25/2024

12/25/2024

God spoke to Dawson Stephens at a party when he was 17, and his life trajectory changed direction. Stephens now shares his testimony to inspire others struggling with their faith.

Southern Adventist University student shares his call to ministry.

12/24/2024

Since its inception in 2015, Operation Save a Drunkard has emerged as a transformative ministry within the Greater Rift Valley Conference of the West Kenya Union Conference. Its mission is both simple and profound: to rescue individuals ensnared by alcoholism and guide them toward healing, freedom, and a renewed purpose in Christ.

Since its inception in 2015, Operation Okoa Mlevi (Operation Save a Drunkard) has emerged as a transformative ministry within the Greater Rift Valley […]

12/24/2024

ARt, a new, regular section of the Adventist Review, will continue the Adventist Review’s appreciation of the arts in a more intentional way by featuring various original art created, written, and/or performed by Adventist artists. This month’s theme is Christmas and winter.

12/24/2024

https://adventistreview.org/experiences/testimonies/the-christmas-voice/

"He knew what he wanted for Christmas."

He knew what he wanted for Christmas.

12/24/2024

https://adventistreview.org/experiences/missions/bake-sale-for-halima/

"In the middle of our English language lesson my Afghan student, Halima, burst into tears. They were not quiet tears leaking into the corner of her eye. No. She was downright sobbing. When I leaned forward to give her a hug, she reached out and clung to me, still crying."

In the middle of our English language lesson my Afghan student, Halima, burst into tears.

12/24/2024

https://adventistreview.org/theology/devotionals/christmas-with-abraham/

And so He comes as a desert wanderer who accepts our fatted calf, our fine flour cakes, our curds and milk, and drinks of our water, and sits under our tree. He is still God. The man under the tree is God. It is a thing of wonder.

God under a tree. God in a manger. Both unexpected. Both welcomed guests.

12/23/2024

"It had only been a few weeks since our family had been unexpectedly and tragically reduced. ...The empty chair at the table reminded us that we were no longer a complete family of six. And sadly, we know the crescendo of our emotions will intensify as we behold the vacant chair during the approaching holidays."

How can I have hope when my son died by su***de? How can I believe after I whispered in his ear, “Child, get up,” and he did not move?

12/21/2024

Jesse Leavelle had experienced so much loss. As a sophomore in high school his best friend ended his life. Due to COVID-19, he lost the end of his senior year and graduation, and he had a difficult breakup with his girlfriend. But then he decided to go to Guam as a student missionary, an experience that helped him find healing, friends, and God.

Jesse Leavelle says that in the mission field he found healing, friends, and God.

12/21/2024

Maranatha Volunteers International’s most recent open-team project took place on the eastern coast of Brazil, where in just ten days, 11 volunteers laid block walls for the Serraria Seventh-day Adventist Church’s brand-new building. This construction project was an important accomplishment for a congregation in need. Here’s the story.

In just ten days, they laid block for a new building.

12/20/2024

A recent ribbon-cutting ceremony heralded the opening of AdventHealth University Tampa in Tampa, Florida, United States. The new facilities house the region’s newest nursing school. Leaders said AdventHealth University Tampa is committed to helping stem the national and local nursing shortfall, estimated at 59,000 nurses by 2035.

AdventHealth graduates are poised to practice health care as a ministry, leaders say.

12/20/2024

Nestled in the hills near Chiang Mai, Northern Thailand, the Kirsten Jade Rescue Centre is a haven for orphaned, abandoned, and destitute children. Operating for more than 25 years, the center provides a nurturing Christian environment where children can thrive physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Here’s the story.

Facilities have become a haven of hope in the region, Adventist leaders say.