Elder’s Digest was founded in 1994. This magazine is precisely designed to attend to the needs of local church leaders around the world and to keep them informed and connected.
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How to Deal with Theological Conflicts - Part 1: The Importance of Prayer and Love — Joseph Kidder and Timothy Baze
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8:16How can church leaders effectively handle theological disagreements while fostering unity through prayer and love?Por Joseph Kidder and Timothy Baze
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The Ministry Of Deacons And Deaconesses - Part 2 — Ellen G. White
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9:10How did the roles of deacons and deaconesses shape early church organization and leadership, and what can we learn from Moses' leadership model for today’s church?Por Ellen G. White
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Ministering to and Ministering with People Who Are Introverts - Part 4 — Regina Fleischmann
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11:09Are you overlooking the unique strengths of introverted leaders in your ministry, and how can you create a church environment that honors both introverted and extroverted gifts?Por Regina Fleischmann
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Treasuring the History of Your Local Church: Preserving the Service and Dedication of People Who Made a Difference — Ashlee Chism
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9:59Ever wondered how to preserve the rich history of your local church? Discover the essential steps to safeguard and share your congregation’s legacy through photographs, records, and stories.Por Ashlee Chism
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When the Blood of a Missionary Spoke — Dr. Godwin Lekundayo
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6:22How did a missionary's self-sacrifice transform the hearts of a resistant Maasai community?Por Dr. Godwin Lekundayo
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The Story of Timothy: Homeless Orphan to Scholar - The Orphan Laxman — Part 2 — Timothy Patrick Roane
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7:39What drove a young boy to flee from the only family he had ever known, and how did he eventually come to embrace his new life?Por Timothy Patrick Roane
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Addicts in Your Congregation: What’s the Best Way to Help? — Mickey Ask
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17:56How can your congregation effectively support members struggling with addiction, considering its diverse manifestations and chronic nature?Por Mickey Ask
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The Impact of Mission Refocus — Erton C. Kohler
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3:36How can we overcome the challenges of reaching every nation and people with Biblical hope in a world where millions are lost daily? What role does the Mission Refocus movement play in addressing the urgent need for global outreach and increasing missionary efforts?Por Erton C. Kohler
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A Miraculous Reconciliation — Anthony R. Kent
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5:05How did Esau, known for his self-indulgence and lack of restraint, transform into the epitome of forgiveness and grace? What role did a divine intervention play in his unexpected act of reconciliation with Jacob?Por Anthony R. Kent
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Mentoring as a Way of Life for the Local Church: Everyone Can Be a Mentor — Tom Grove and S. Joseph Kidder
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6:43How everyone can be a mentor, tips on mentoring, how to create a culture of mentorship, and six ways a mentor can benefit the life of a mentee.Por Tom Grove and S. Joseph Kidder
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The Ministry of Deacons and Deaconesses - Part 1 — Ellen G. White
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10:25This is an invaluable perspective on the ministry of deacons and deaconesses for the service of the church, taken from The Acts of the Apostles by Ellen G. White.Por Ellen G. White
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How can we deal with feelings of hopelessness due to events of the past? Three things to remember that will help us navigate difficult past experiences and memories.Por Rex D. Edwards
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What Are the Tongues in 1 Corinthians? - Part 2 — Ekkehardt Mueller
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8:02What was the nature of the tongues Paul mentioned in his first letter to the Corinthians? How can we know that the tongues in 1 Corinthians refer to real languages?Por Ekkehardt Mueller
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Ministering to and Ministering with People Who Are Introverts - Part 3 — Regina Fleischmann
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13:03In every society, significant numbers of people are introverts. This is the third of a four-part series to facilitate a greater understanding of people who are introverts and how to effectively minister to and with introverts.Por Regina Fleischmann
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Mission: Seven Words to Transform Your Marriage — Jeffrey O. Brown
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10:40Seven critical keywords (and scripture-rich practical pointers) to make for a happy, successful marriage for elders.Por Jeffrey O. Brown
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The Story of Timothy: Homeless Orphan to Scholar — Timothy Patrick Roane
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9:50In this two-part true story, an orphan boy begging in an Indian train station is rescued by an Adventist pastor, who offers him a new name and a new life in Jesus.Por Timothy Patrick Roane
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Editorial - What are your passions? — Anthony R. Kent
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4:18What gets you excited about life? Does Jesus feature on your list of passions? Anthony shares why Jesus Christ and His second advent is his passion.Por Anthony R. Kent
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Finding encouragement in Elijah's incredible story and seven practical steps to live at the altar of God when you are exhausted or discouraged.Por Don MacLafferty
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Mentoring as a Way of Life for the Local Church — Tom Grove and S. Joseph Kidder
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7:20In this two-part article we will give the definition of mentoring, some biblical examples of mentoring, some of the benefits of mentoring, and how to create a culture of mentoring in the local church.Por Tom Grove and S. Joseph Kidder
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Book Review - John C. Peckham. God With Us: An Introduction to Adventist Theology. Andrews University Press, 2023 — Endi Stojanovic
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3:58Why you need to read 'God With Us: An Introduction to Adventist Theology' by John Peckham. A book review.Por Endi Stojanovic
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Ministering to and Ministering with People Who Are Introverts - Part 2 — Regina Fleischmann
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13:40In every society there are significant numbers of people who are introverts. This is the second of a four-part series to facilitate a greater understanding of people who are introverts and how to effectively minister to and with introverts.Por Regina Fleischmann
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Why Do We Need a Church Manual? — Gerson P. Santos
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11:09Why do we have a church manual? What is the history of the church manual? Is the church manual still relevant? What does the church manual do for us?Por Gerson P. Santos
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A Consecrated Ministry - Part 3 — Ellen G. White
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10:45This is the third of a three-part series featuring “A Consecrated Ministry,” chapter 34 from The Acts of the Apostles by Ellen G. White. This chapter highlights the value of a soul, provides valuable counsel about the priorities of life and ministry, and inspires all readers to consecrated selfless service.…
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Children of Ishmael: Walls of Separation or Bridges of Understanding? — Petras Bahadur
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11:33How do we connect with the millions of Muslims not just in other parts of the world, but with those who are now living in our neighborhoods, going to school with our children, and doing jobs alongside us? As a church, what should be our response to these neighbors?Por Petras Bahadur
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Six Thousand Churches Planted in Papua New Guinea: Elders Instrumental — Glenn Townend
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10:36How Discovery-Based Bible Studies in small groups caused explosive church growth in Papua New Guinea. Stories of how worshiping in small groups brought people closer to Jesus.Por Glenn Townend
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God’s Call for Revival and Reformation — Ted N. C. Wilson
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11:36Humility is an essential quality for true reformation. A call to lay pride, selfishness, and self-seeking aside and allow Christ to transform us into His beautiful image, an image of humility.Por Ted N. C. Wilson
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Editorial - Barnabas: The Son of Encouragement - Part 3 — Anthony R. Kent
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6:53What can we learn from the speeches of Barnabas? Exploring eight literary, thematic, and theological similarities between his speech in Lystra, and the Three Angels’ Messages of Revelation.Por Anthony R. Kent
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Hidden Behind the Shield — S. Joseph Kidder and Boris Reyes
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8:53When our whole world shakes, and we are in deep trouble facing the earthquakes in our lives, we can always hide behind our shield, Jesus Christ.Por S. Joseph Kidder and Boris Reyes
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Suggestions for a Training Retreat for Deacons and Deaconesses — Vincent E. White, Sr
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6:03An example of a vision statement, a mission statement, goals and objectives for deacons and deaconesses, as well as a suggested outline of events for a weekend deacon and deaconess retreat.Por Vincent E. White, Sr
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What Are the Tongues in 1 Corinthians? - Part 1 — Ekkehardt Mueller
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9:51What was the nature of the tongues Paul mentioned in his first letter to the Corinthians? Was he referring to an ecstatic or angelic unintelligible speech, comparable to that in Pentecostal and charismatic circles, or were the tongues in Corinth foreign languages?Por Ekkehardt Mueller
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Ministering to and Ministering with People Who Are Introverts - Part 1 — Regina Fleischmann
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12:51This is the first of a four-part series to facilitate a greater understanding of people who are introverts and how to effectively minister to and with introverts. A personal story of dealing with being an introvert.Por Regina Fleischmann
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A Consecrated Ministry - Part 2 — Ellen G. White
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12:34This is the second of a three-part series featuring “A Consecrated Ministry,” chapter 34 from The Acts of the Apostles by Ellen G. White. This chapter highlights the value of a soul, provides valuable counsel about the priorities of life and ministry, and inspires all readers to consecrated selfless service.…
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Dusty, Pot-Holed Dirt Roads — Rob Hansford
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15:15A testimony of Rob’s amazing experience on the I Will Go Bike Ride, and how God used him to minister to others by taking him on strange paths.Por Rob Hansford
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In Dialogue with Orthodox Believers — Eugene V. Zaitsev
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18:32What is Orthodoxy? What is the Orthodox Church's relationship with the Adventist Church? The organizational structure, theology, and eschatology of the Orthodox Church.Por Eugene V. Zaitsev
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Prioritizing and Focusing on Mission — Erton C. Kohler
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7:43Often the the church's goal is to offer modernity and comfort in the temple, but . . . what about the mission?Por Erton C. Kohler
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Editorial - Barnabas: The Son of Encouragement - Part 2 — Anthony R. Kent
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4:55What was the ministry of Barnabas, and what can we as disciples of Jesus learn from him?Por Anthony R. Kent
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Christ Is the Mediator of All Things — S. Joseph Kidder and Katelyn Campbell Weakley
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11:19What is the work of mediation in the Old Testament? What is the work of mediation in the person of Jesus Christ?Por S. Joseph Kidder and Katelyn Campbell Weakley
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Dealing with Conspiracy Theories — Frank M. Hasel
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12:31Here are 8 pointers that can help when talking with someone who believes in conspiracy theories.Por Frank M. Hasel
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Exercise the Muscle of Delight — Zanita Fletcher
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9:54How can we learn to take delight in the small pleasures in life which are so easy to overlook?Por Zanita Fletcher
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Deacons and Deaconesses as Care Givers to the Sick and Needy — Vincent E. White, Sr.
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4:53The history of deacons and deaconesses working alongside nurses and other health care professionals.Por Vincent E. White, Sr.
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A Consecrated Ministry - Part 1 — Ellen G. White
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8:29What is the value of a soul? What are the priorities of life and ministry? How do we live a consecrated life of selfless service?Por Ellen G. White
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Introducing Pastor Ramon and Mrs. Aurora Canals - Part 2
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12:47This is part 2 of a two-part interview. Getting to know Ramon and Aurora Canals.Por Elder's Digest
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Christ’s Bridges: How to Share My Faith with Secular/Post-Christian Friends — Kleber D. Gonçalves
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15:41How can we share our faith amid the lasting sociocultural revolutions which have brought new challenges for the church in the twenty-first century?Por Kleber D. Gonçalves
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Back to the Altar: The Role of Elders — Dwain N. Esmond
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9:53God is calling Seventh-day Adventist individuals and families to return to His presence consistently. Here are three critical things that elders can do to help revive personal devotional life among church members.Por Dwain N. Esmond
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Editorial- The Son of Encouragement - Part 1 — Anthony R. Kent
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6:06There is so much more to Barnabas than just a travelling companion of Paul! Who was Barnabas and what was his role?Por Anthony R. Kent
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Sharing the Three Angels’ Messages — Ekkehardt Mueller
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10:28Seven things to keep in mind when sharing the Three Angles Messages.Por Ekkehardt Mueller
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Suicide: Ministering to Those in the Shadow of Death — Torben Bergland
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17:45Suicide: What is it? Who is at risk? What are the risk factors? How do we minister to those at risk?Por Torben Bergland
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Dealing with Conspiracy Theories — Frank M. Hasel
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15:51How Does a Conspiracy Differ from a Conspiracy Theory? Why are some Christians susceptible to conspiracy theories?Por Frank M. Hasel
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Introducing Pastor Ramon and Mrs. Aurora Canals - An Interview
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21:50An interview with Pastor Ramon and Mrs. Aurora Canals.Por Elder's Digest
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How Is Your Courage? — Joseph Kidder and Boris Reyes
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9:21Finding God's peace in the midst of a chaotic and noisy world. Looking at Elijah's experience of God's peace and power.Por Joseph Kidder and Boris Reyes
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