WAA Podcast Episode 24: Does God Speak? (54:10)

Adventists believe that God shows He cares by always being in touch with people. The way God continues to speak to us today is through the Bible and prophecy. But before the Bible even existed, God used a variety of means and methods, including people, to communicate his plans. Although some ways were stranger than others, the messages were always clear, relevant, and life saving (click on title to hear podcast).

This week Jesse Sias and Samuel Ikonne have an insightful talk with WAA? Contributor, Roshan Mansinghani, about the different ways God speaks to us through prophecy and the Bible. Roshan also shares how the question of whether God’s inspired messages are true and meaningful was the difference between becoming Christian or rejecting God.


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WAA Podcast Episode 23: A.J. Talks Relationships (55:35)

Jesse Sias (left), Samuel Ikonne (Center), AJ Jones (right)

Welcome to another podcast episode of “What’s an Adventist?”

Relationships play an important role in the world of Adventism. Although Adventists are taught to live in harmony with both God and people, that doesn’t mean there won’t be any problems. Adventists are just as human as anyone and can experience relationship problems as they grow in their faith. The good news is that no matter how bad things may get, God has a way of healing broken relationships if there is a willingness to live by His principles (click on title to hear podcast).

This week Jesse Sias and Samuel Ikonne talk to a loyal listener turned guest A.J. Jones about how God’s principles have made a difference in his life and his relationship with others. A.J. is currently involved at the Arlington Seventh-day Adventist Chruch in a ministry called Divorce Care whose purpose is to help people rebuild their lives using Biblical principles and guidelines. Divorce care is a ministry open to the community.

For more information on Divorce Care click here.

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WAA Podcast Episode 22: Raquel Goes Solo to GYC (50:08)



(left to right) Jesse Sias, Raquel Coy, Samuel Ikonne 

 It’s not every day you see young people stepping out to share their faith and making a difference. But this past December that’s exactly what over 5,000 young people did at the 2010 GYC Session in Maryland and WAA? brings you a first hand account.

This week Jesse Sias and Samuel Ikonne talk to Raquel Coy about her experience at her first GYC. Being that it was her first solo trip anywhere outside of Texas, Raquel says that despite the challenges it was all worth it in the end. Raquel’s commitment to her faith this early in life is what being an Adventist youth is all about.

GYC is a youth led movement of Seventh-day Adventists which focuses on Bible study, intense prayer and living out one’s faith in Jesus. To learn more about GYC go to gycweb.org.

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WAA? Special Christmas Podcast: Where Did Christmas Come From? (41:16)

Welcome to a special Christmas podcast of “What’s an Adventist?”

In case you were wondering, the majority of Adventists observe Christmas and embrace the occasion as an opportunity to share Jesus with the world around them. But there are some Adventists, and Christians in general, who wonder whether they should be observing or celebrating Christmas at all being that it has pagan roots. But what’s the real story behind Christmas? Where did it all begin? Was Christmas an ancient festival made for sun worship? Or is December 25th the day Jesus was really born? The answers to these questions may surprise you (click on title to hear podcast).

This week Jesse Sias explores this intriguing topic from an Adventist point of view. Also, in this week’s podcast, WAA? listeners share what Christmas means to them. Thanks to all our listeners who shared their thoughts and helped make this special podcast, special indeed!

Merry Christmas from everyone at WAA?

Article mentioned in this podcast: "Is Christmas pagan, Christian, or just convenient?"

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WAA Podcast Episode 20: What You Didn't Know About William Miller (54:28)

Welcome to our season finale of "What's an Adventist?"

William Miller, Adventist Pioneer

Although the roots of Adventism go way back to the time of the apostles, it really became a movement in America during the 19th century in large part due to the work of a man by the name of William Miller. Persuaded by his studies of the Bible, Miller was convinced that Jesus would return within his lifetime. But when Jesus didn’t return, Miller along with many Advent believers, were ridiculed and mocked for their faith. To this day there remain some questions as to what kind of man and preacher William Miller was. Some think he was a fanatical “monomaniac” while others believe he was a sincere man who made great sacrifices for his faith.

This week Jesse Sias and Samuel Ikonne highlight some of the things people may not know about William Miller and how he became a pioneer of the Advent movement in America.

Thanks to all our listeners to who have supported us on our first season! We hope you will join us for more next season. Coming soon!

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WAA Podcast Episode 19: What People Should Know About Adventists (48:20)

Welcome back to another episode of “What’s an Adventist?”

People have all sorts of wacky ideas about Adventists. Some people think Adventists are a cult while others think they’re religious health nuts. But those who have embraced Adventism beg to differ. This week Jesse Sias and Samuel Ikonne with the help of the WAA? listeners, speak up and set the record straight about what being an Adventist is really like (click on title to hear podcast).

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WAA Podcast Episode 18: Adventists Making Headlines (41:53)





Chilean miners rescued at Camp Hope

  Welcome to another podcast episode of “What’s an Adventist?”

Some people may think that Adventists are an exclusive or “cultish” group of people that only take care of their own. But although Adventists aren’t publicized as much as other Christian denominations, they are still prominently involved behind the scenes of many of today’s mainstream news stories.

This week Jesse Sias goes solo to bring you some of the stories around the world where Adventists are making a difference. Whether a need is found in the collapsed mines of Chile or in the frigid land of the Arctic, Adventists are there to provide hope and relief in order to follow Christ’s example of love and compassion and to finish the work of the gospel.

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