Podcasts about adventist

Have you ever met someone whom you felt could see inside you? Do you like what you see when you look inside yourself? Imagine David, the youngest of a large family.

Last month there were positive headlines on how opting for a plant-based diet could significantly reduce cancer risk. This was following the latest study using data from the Adventist 2 Health cohort. Daisy and Clare discuss the study's exciting conclusions.https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0002916525003284https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/plant-heavy-diets-link-reduced-cancer-risk-strengthened-2025a1000mhu?ecd=WNL_trdalrt_pos1_ous_250828_etid7673504&uac=299177SR&impID=7673504https://www.nature.com/articles/s41564-024-01870-zhttps://plantbasedhealthprofessionals.com/membershiphttps://plantbasedhealthprofessionals.com/diet-and-prostate-cancer

In this episode of the Zambezi Belle Podcast, Joy, a multifaceted woman with a rich background from Zimbabwe. shares her journey from a privileged childhood to navigating the complexities of marriage and motherhood. She discusses her experiences with dating, the challenges of postpartum depression, and the importance of self-discovery through travel. Joy's faith journey has evolved significantly, influenced by her marriage to a non-Adventist, and she emphasizes the importance of communication and compromise in relationships. This conversation highlights the resilience and growth that come from life's challenges and the beauty of cultural experiences. In this engaging conversation, we explore themes of community, leadership, and personal growth through the lens of faith and obedience. We reflect on the importance of forgiveness, the lessons learned from biblical figures, and the challenges of parenting. The discussion also touches on the savior complex and the need for self-care and acceptance in leadership roles. Through personal anecdotes and insights, we emphasize the significance of humility, patience, and the journey of self-discovery.#Zimbabwe, #marriage, #parenting, #postpartum #travel, #faith, #selfdiscovery , #culturalheritage #obedience, #heaven, #biblical women, #personalgrowth #forgiveness Takeaways:*Joy describes herself as a lifelong student and international citizen.*Her childhood in Zimbabwe was marked by a close-knit family and a sense of entitlement.*Transitioning to boarding school was a pivotal moment that taught her resilience.*Dating experiences helped her understand what she wanted in a partner before marriage.*The transition from single to married life was challenging, especially with a long-distance relationship.*Postpartum depression affected her early motherhood experience, leading to feelings of detachment.*Traveling solo has been a significant way for her to rejuvenate and rediscover herself.*Her faith journey evolved from being influenced by her parents to becoming a personal commitment.*Marriage to a non-Adventist has strengthened her faith and understanding of spirituality.*She emphasizes the importance of communication and compromise in relationships. Community and leadership can strengthen one's faith.*Obedience is about timely action and trust in God.*Heaven is a place of grace that we don't deserve.*Biblical women like Eve and Sarah offer valuable lessons.*It's okay to fail; what matters is getting back up.*Forgiveness is essential for personal healing.*Parenting requires patience and understanding of imperfection.*Self-reflection is crucial for personal growth.*We need to accept ourselves and others as they are.*A savior complex can lead to burnout; self-care is important.

Audio recording of Ken Hart's Sabbath School recorded for Sabbath, September 20, 2025.

Have you ever been frustrated because “bad guys” seemed to be in charge and “good guys” just stood around and did nothing? Have you ever wondered what God wanted you to do about it? Sometimes God asks us to wait, but sometimes He asks us to act in faith.

If you are in need of prayer, let our Prayer Team know by contacting prayer@forestlakechurch.orgSermon video is available on YouTube and full service archives are available on Vimeo.Live services weekly from the sanctuary at 8:45 or 11:30 AM and 11:30 AM (Warehouse Community Contemporary Service) EST at www.ForestLake.Church

Geoff Patterson | Based on Revelation 14:6-12

The Sabbath theme book-ends the entire discourse to Moses on Mount Sinai. Last week we saw how the Sabbath entwined with justice at the beginning of God's instructions, and in this episode we find Sabbath featuring at the end. In this case the emphasis seems more on holiness than on justice, and we explore some of these juxtapositions.

Audio recording of Ken Hart's Sabbath School recorded for Sabbath, September 6, 2025.

Hvor relevant er bjergprædikenen i dag? Kan man bruge noget af det Jesus lærte os i sin hverdag? Hør med når vi dykker ned i kapitel 5-7 i Mattæusevangeliet og taler om alt fra den gyldne regel og skal man bygge hus på sand til skilsmisse og fjendekærlighed.Medvirkende: Jonathan Pinto Præstiin ("Et-år-for-Herren" for SABUS), Dorte Thyregod Svendsen (leder af SABUS og afd.-leder for Ungdom) og Zakarias Jeppe Bindesbøll Andersen.

Have you ever chosen to be silent rather than to sing the hymns in church? Have you ever kept your eyes open during prayer or distracted others from listening to the sermon? How do your choices affect your ability to truly worship God?

Have you ever been lost? The Israelites didn't get lost, because they had two things to lead them. “I am with you and will watch over you wherever you go.” GENESIS 28:15, NIV. We thank God for taking good care of us.

God has a detailed plan for our lives, we just need to slow down and observe what He is all around us.If you are in need of prayer, let our Prayer Team know by contacting prayer@forestlakechurch.orgSermon video is available on YouTube and full service archives are available on Vimeo.Live services weekly from the sanctuary at 8:45 or 11:30 AM and 11:30 AM (Warehouse Community Contemporary Service) EST at www.ForestLake.Church

God is worthy of our worship.”You are worthy, our Lord and God, to receive glory and honor and power, for you created all things” (Revelation 4:11, NIV).

Have you ever been lost? The Israelites didn't get lost, because they had two things to lead them. “I am with you and will watch over you wherever you go.” GENESIS 28:15, NIV. We thank God for taking good care of us.

God is worthy of our worship."You are worthy, our Lord and God, to receive glory and honor and power, for you created all things” (Revelation 4:11, NIV).

Jonathan Leonardo returns to share his journey through the challenges of pastoring while maintaining gospel integrity, revealing how institutional pressure led to personal compromise before finding freedom in uncompromised truth.• Transitioning from evangelist to pastor created tension between preaching clear gospel freedom and meeting denominational expectations• The Seventh-day Adventist relationship with the law creates unique challenges when preaching freedom from sin• Public criticism from denominational leadership created real-world consequences for Jonathan and his ministry• Compromising gospel clarity for job security led to internal dissonance and declining mental health• The pain of rejection from a church community that had been like a "third parent" was particularly devastating• Finding freedom required choosing conscience over compromise, even at professional cost• Despite challenges, Jonathan maintains his Adventist identity while refusing to water down the gospel message• Moving forward with greater awareness while continuing to preach the transformative power of being in ChristJoin us for Internet Church in the coming months as Jonathan explores living without double-mindedness and dives into seeing the gospel in Leviticus and Hebrews.

Audio recording of Ken Hart's Sabbath School recorded for Sabbath, September 6, 2025.

Have you ever felt so sad you thought your heart would break? Or ever been so upset that you couldn't stop crying? In this story a woman felt just that way. Thankfully, she was able to find a solution by talking to God about it.

Do you know you have angels watching you all the time? Baby Moses had angels watching him. “You are my hiding place.” PSALM 32:7, NIV. We worship God when we thank Him.

God is very aware with your pain and sorrow that you experience.If you are in need of prayer, let our Prayer Team know by contacting prayer@forestlakechurch.orgSermon video is available on YouTube and full service archives are available on Vimeo.Live services weekly from the sanctuary at 8:45 or 11:30 AM and 11:30 AM (Warehouse Community Contemporary Service) EST at www.ForestLake.Church

We serve when we help others.“I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God for the salvation of everyone who believes”(Romans 1:16, NIV).

Do you know you have angels watching you all the time? Baby Moses had angels watching him. “You are my hiding place.” PSALM 32:7, NIV. We worship God when we thank Him.

We serve when we help others.“I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God for the salvation of everyone who believes”(Romans 1:16, NIV).

Ange shares her powerful journey from growing up with a transactional view of God to discovering the freedom that comes through understanding her true identity in Christ. She opens up about childhood trauma, religious performance, and how gospel truth transformed her life.• Grew up in an Adventist family in Rwanda believing God's love was conditional on her behavior• Experienced childhood trauma that led to shame and unhealthy coping mechanisms• Struggled with self-worth and body image issues throughout adolescence• Used romance novels and pornography to regulate emotions when feeling rejected• Believed Romans 7 meant Christians were destined to struggle with sin forever• Health scare in 2020 began shifting her understanding of God's character• Discovered the truth that she was already right with God through Jesus• Found freedom from addictive behaviors not through trying harder but by understanding her identity• Now experiences a relationship with God based on love rather than fear• Regulates emotions through talking to God and community rather than unhealthy coping mechanismsThe world doesn't think that the gospel can change your life, but we know that it can and that's why we want you to hear these stories, stories of transformation, stories of freedom, people getting free from sin and healed from sin because of Jesus.

Audio recording of Ken Hart's Sabbath School recorded for Sabbath, August 30, 2025.

Send us a textIn this inspiring conversation, host Jennifer H. Rosen sits down with Andrea Trout, manager of Prime IV of Florida, to talk about her journey from California to the East Coast, her unique upbringing in a Seventh-day Adventist family, and how her passion for health and wellness has shaped her career. Andrea shares valuable insights on IV vitamin therapy, hydration, clean nutrition, weight loss, and the importance of preserving muscle while shedding fat. From navigating food choices and supplements to the surprising truth about electrolytes, sea salt, and the “Clean 15,” Andrea offers a wealth of knowledge to help you feel better, live longer, and embrace a healthier lifestyle. Whether you're curious about holistic wellness, GLP-1 weight loss, or just want to be inspired by a story of transformation, this episode delivers practical tips and plenty of heart.Contact Jennifer Rosen:Email: jennifer@mindyournest.com

with Pastor Micheal Oxentenko

Have you ever noticed the faraway look in the eyes of your grandparents when they start telling stories of long ago? This must have been the look that the old man Joshua had on his face as he began reminding the people of God's care through the years he h

What things are very important to you? Your family? Your friends? What about God? Why did Naaman say that God was the true “Now I know that there is no God in all the world except in Israel.” 2 KINGS 5:15, NIV. We serve others, but we put God first.

Blessing others ends up blessing us.If you are in need of prayer, let our Prayer Team know by contacting prayer@forestlakechurch.orgSermon video is available on YouTube and full service archives are available on Vimeo.Live services weekly from the sanctuary at 8:45 or 11:30 AM and 11:30 AM (Warehouse Community Contemporary Service) EST at www.ForestLake.Church

We serve when we help others understand the Bible.“I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God for . . . salvation” (Romans 1:16, NIV).

What things are very important to you? Your family? Your friends? What about God? Why did Naaman say that God was the true God? "Now I know that there is no God in all the world except in Israel." 2 KINGS 5:15, NIV. We serve others, but we put God first

We serve when we help others understand the Bible.“I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God for . . . salvation” (Romans 1:16, NIV).

Audio recording of Ken Hart's Sabbath School recorded for Sabbath, August 23, 2025.

Questions and Answers—Part 3: Nikki and Colleen invite show producer Richard Tinker to join them in answering random questions concerning advice for Christians concerning Adventism. This is part three of a three-part series discussing Adventist lifestyle, doctrine, and advice for those who have left Adventism.Support the showWebsite, donation link: http://proclamationmagazine.com/Facebook—Former Adventist: https://www.facebook.com/FormerAdventist/Facebook—Life Assurance Ministries: https://www.facebook.com/ProclamationMagazine/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FormerAdventist

with Pastor De Los Santos

People are so different! Some of your friends love nothing more than being outside; other friends are more quiet. Most of the time our differences make our friendships more interesting. Sometimes, however, those differences lead to trouble.

Have you ever done something really nice for someone else just because you wanted to? Naaman had some people doing good deeds for him. "For we are . . . created . . . to do good works." EPHESIANS 2:10, NIV. We serve God by doing good for others.

God invites all people, regardless of background, to join His Kingdom according to His conditions.If you are in need of prayer, let our Prayer Team know by contacting prayer@forestlakechurch.orgConnect with the Warehouse Community at Forest Lake church on Facebook, on Instagram or at www.warehouse.communitySermon video is available on YouTubeLive services weekly from the sanctuary at 8:45 or 11:30 AM and 11:30 AM (Warehouse Community Contemporary Service) EST at www.ForestLake.Church

Audio recording of Ken Hart's Sabbath School recorded for Sabbath, August16, 2025.

Questions and Answers—Part 2: Colleen and Nikki invite show producer Richard Tinker to join them in answering random questions about Adventist doctrine. This is part two of a three-part series discussing Adventist lifestyle, doctrine, and advice for those who have left Adventism.Support the showWebsite, donation link: http://proclamationmagazine.com/Facebook—Former Adventist: https://www.facebook.com/FormerAdventist/Facebook—Life Assurance Ministries: https://www.facebook.com/ProclamationMagazine/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FormerAdventist

with Elder Tim Wade

Can you remember wanting something for a long time, and then finally getting it? Maybe it was a bicycle, a computer, a pet, or a brother or sister. It is the most precious thing you have. Now, can you imagine how you would feel if you were asked to give i

Patrick brings listeners through childhood Beatles memories, uncanny coincidences, and the ripple effects music has on family life while fielding questions about Catholic prayer, door-to-door missionaries, and engaging stories of faith discovery. Stories move quickly from John Lennon collectibles and quirky mobile ads to practical apologetics and lively advice about handling unexpected guests intent on conversion. Humor and thoughtful insight intermingle as Patrick tackles repetition in prayer and faith journeys, giving the hour a rhythm that keeps listeners on their toes. Glen shares his John Lennon story (00:31) Patrick shares the first time he talked with Mormon Missionaries (09:33) Aimee (email) – There was a very disturbing ad on one of the games I play on my phone (13:18) Valerie (email) – I’ve never heard anyone in the media discuss how the Beatle Invasion impacted families in this country. (21:59) Josiah - I am not Catholic, but I am curious about Catholic prayer. Can you explain how Catholics legitimize repetitive prayer in light of Matthew 6? (37:41) Kelly - I had Mormons come to my house and I was 7th day Adventist, and I asked about the Sabbath, and they needed to bring in an elder and told me I wasn't allowed to talk to them anymore. (43:33)

Send us a textNew episode of Vegan Hacks Pod! I'm joined by the unstoppable Eunice Reyes — aka Rated V for Vegan,  for a lively deep dive into the world of vegan influencing: the wins, the pitfalls, her adventures in vegan travel, and the unexpectedly strange canned meats lurking at your neighborhood Adventist store. Buckle up, you don't want to miss this one!

Greg and Jim have a sit down with Dr. Eric Anderson, editor and contributor to "Reclaiming the Prophet: An Honest Defense of Ellen White's Gift". Detailing the genesis of the book itself, Dr. Anderson also gives us a window into the thinking and the felt need that drove its production. Definitely worth a listen!

Bianca expresses love through cooking and feeding others.She reflects on her journey from Zimbabwe to the U.S.Marriage has taught her the importance of self-worth.She encourages young women to know themselves before dating.Growing up Adventist provided a balance of strictness and freedom.Bianca aims to make the Sabbath enjoyable for her children.She finds homemaking to be a challenging yet rewarding role.Bianca emphasizes the need for adult conversations as a stay-at-home mom.She practices self-care and prioritizes her relationship with God.Bianca believes motherhood is a ministry that requires grace.

Questions and Answers—Part 1: Colleen and Nikki invite show producer Richard Tinker to join them in answering random questions about living life as Adventists. This is part one of a three-part series discussing Adventist lifestyle, doctrine, and advice for those who have left Adventism.Support the showWebsite, donation link: http://proclamationmagazine.com/Facebook—Former Adventist: https://www.facebook.com/FormerAdventist/Facebook—Life Assurance Ministries: https://www.facebook.com/ProclamationMagazine/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FormerAdventist

with Pastor Micheal Oxentenko