WAA Podcast Episode 44: Trust Me, I'm a Prophet! (59:24)

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Welcome to another podcast episode of "What's an Adventist?"

If someone walked into your church claiming to be a messenger from God, how would you know if you could believe their claims? 

Early in their history Adventists had to grapple with that dilemma when a young girl by the name of Ellen Harmon claimed to have dreams and visions that were divinely inspired. Contrary to what many may believe, Ellen Harmon (later known as Ellen G. White) was not quickly embraced by early Adventists. As a matter of fact, many were skeptical and were not willing to accept her messages unless they could find Biblical support for her claims. 

Today, despite her tremendous achievements and the evidence of good fruits produced by her ministry, Ellen G. White continues to be a controversial and highly scrutinized figure within and without Adventist circles.

This week Jesse Sias and WAA Contributor Roshan Mansinghani talk about the Biblical tests a person must pass if they are to be considered a prophet or messenger of God and begin a biographical journey to see whether this Advent pioneer can truly be considered a godly messenger. 

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Resources:

Click here to go to the Ellen White Estate website and find out more about Ellen G. White. You can also download the free E.G.W app for apple devices.

Biographical information in this podcast is from the publication "Woman of Vision" found on the E.G.W app

Other WAA Podcasts with Roshan:

WAA Podcast 32: Let's Face It, Adventists Have a Prophet

WAA Podcast 24: Does God Speak?

WAA Podcast 14: Roshan Finds an Anchor for the Soul

WAA Podcast Episode 43: Fundamental Belief 1: The Holy Bible (1:1:42)

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

Through the ages the Bible has remained a controversial book, yet its impact on the course of history and individual lives is beyond dispute. Among Adventists, the Bible remains an spiritual authority and a true and literal record of God’s dealing with mankind. Adventists believe that the entire Bible from Genesis to Revelation is God’s inspired word and within its pages lies a spectacular revelation of God’s immutable will and holy character. 

Over the course of the next few months, WAA will be introducing a series of podcast commentaries dealing with the 28 fundamental beliefs of the Seventh-Day Adventist Church. This week Jesse Sias and WAA Contributor Abraham MIranda provide a commentary on the first fundamental belief of the SDA Church, “The Holy Scriptures.” (click on title to hear podcast)

If you would like to comment on this podcast, please click on the comment link below. Thank you for your continued support of WAA.

Sound bites played on this podcast are from the following videos: 

Click here to see part 1 of a 4 part series with Richard Dawkins and the Bible on “The Big Questions”

Click here to see Richard Dawkins interview with Ben Stein

Click here to view all 28 Fundamental Beliefs of the SDA Church


Other WAA podcasts on the Bible:


WAA Podcast Episode 5: The Bible Alone

WAA Podcast Episode 42: Commentary: Responding To Hard Times (56:33)

Welcome to another podcast episode of "What's an Adventist?"

Religion and politics in America have always closed the gap in times of hardship and crisis and as times get harder this union will become stronger. Recently, Texas Governor Rick Perry made national headlines as he appealed to Americans to invite Jesus to guide and lead our nation at an event in Houston, TX called, “The Response.”

This week Jesse Sias and Adventist Pastor Tony Gonzales provide a commentary on Governor Perry’s appeal to America’s Christians and the implications of church and state from an Adventist perspective as well as talk about ideas within Adventism that should never be compromised even when times get hard (click on title to listen to podcast).

Click here to listen to Texas Governor Rick Perry's message at "The Response."

Click here for the article on the 1848 Conference which identified the 5 doctrinal landmarks that make up the "solid immovable platform" of Adventism. 

Also, read The Great Controversy by Ellen White for additional commentary on Christian  history and Bible Prophecy.

WAA Podcast Episode 41: From Teacher to Preacher (54:28)

James White, started his career as
a school teacher until God changed his life

Welcome to season 3 of "What's an Adventist?"


James White wrote of his young adult days, "At the age of twenty I had buried myself in the spirit of study and school teaching and had lain down the cross...I loved this world more than I loved Christ and the next, and was worshiping education instead of the God of heaven." 


It was in this state of mind that James White set his course for life. Nothing appeared to be more important to him than having an education and developing a bright intellectual mind. But despite all of his academic and intellectual perseverance, God had different plans that would dramatically alter the course of James' life leading him to exchange worldly wisdom for the wisdom of God (click on title to hear podcast).


This week Jesse Sias gives a brief biographical sketch of one of the pioneers of the Seventh-day Adventist church. Like many of his Adventist contemporaries, James White faced many challenges and struggles in accepting God's calling in his life. The good news is that if God could use a man like James White, he can use people like you and I. 
Also in this podcast Jesse extends a heartfelt thank you to listeners, guests, and all who have contributed their time and talents to WAA.


Article from Adventist News Network mentioned in this podcast: 

Adventist history creates identity, confidence and purpose, church archives director says

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Other podcasts of Adventist pioneers:


WAA Podcast Episode 32: Let's Face It, Adventists Have a Prophet
WAA Podcast Episode 27: Meet Joseph Bates

WAA Podcast Epsiode 40: Relevant Last Words From SYC (12:44)

Welcome to another podcast episode of "What's an Adventist?"

Before we left SYC we had a chance to talk to one more guest, brother Earl Goodrich. Brother Earl grew up in the Adventist church and has been in a variety of leadership roles for many years. He has seen the challenges the church faces in being a relevant influence on young people. Brother Earl is actively involved in a project called "To be Continued" based out of Houston, TX. This project is a youth oriented ministry intent on reaching out to young people with the hopes of engaging them in genuine conversation about the issues of faith and God (click on title to listen to podcast).

On this final SYC podcast Jesse Sias and Sam Ikonne talk to brother Earl about his experiences within Adventism and explore his ideas about how churches can begin to engage today's youth.

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WAA would like to thank SYC for the opportunity to be a part of their ministry. Until next year!

WAA Podcast Episode 39: WAA Goes to Southern Youth Conference: Day 2 (1:55:54)

WAA Host Jesse Sias and WAA Producer Eli Miranda
with SYC VP of Programming Scott Iller and SYC President Ann Ikonne (center) 

Welcome back to a special 2 hour podcast episode of “What’s an Adventist?”

WAA brings you day 2 of the Southern Youth Conference from Richardson, TX. Jesse Sias and Samuel Ikonne take you behind the scenes to meet the Adventist’s that are the driving force making SYC a life changing and spiritually uplifting experience . 

On this podcast meet Adventists Barbara, Mark, NIck, Brother Dee as well as hear from influential leaders within the SDA Church like Lee Batton the Pathfinder Area Director for the Texas Conference, Richardson SDA Pastor Dan Serns, Student Pastor Daniel, Director of the Leadership Program Dave Ferguson from Andrews University and more!

WAA thanks everyone at SYC for their dedication to God and the passion they have demonstrated by living out their faith and reaching out to others. We at WAA pray that God continues to lift up young people everywhere who are looking to make a difference in the name of Christ.

If you would like to comment on this podcast, click on the “comment” link below. If you are planning an event or have ministry that you would like WAA to be a part of, please contact us at whatsanadventist@hotmail.com and we will do our best to support you.

Resources mentioned in this podcast:

Learn more about Pathfinders at: http://www.pathfindersonline.org/

For more about the Leadership program at Andrews University go to: www.andrews.edu/ulead or contact Director of the Leadership Program Dave Ferguson directly at ferg@andrews.edu

To see what else is happening at Richardson SDA Church go to: www.richardsonsdachurch.org/

WAA Podcast Episode 38: WAA Goes to Southern Youth Conference: Day 1 (75:15)

Welcome to a special edition of WAA! This week Jesse Sias and Samuel Ikonne head to Richardson, TX to the Southern Youth Conference. SYC is an event organized by young adult Adventists in order to equip and inspire other young adults for leadership and witnessing. WAA takes you behind the scenes of SYC where you’ll have a chance to meet some of the speakers, staff, and attendees.


On this podcast you’ll hear from Vice President of Advertisement for SYC,Phillip Parraway, SYC President Ann Ikonne, Seminar Presenter Matt McMearty, and WAA Contributor Raquel Coy.

Learn more about SYC at http://www.sycweb.net/

Other resources talked about in this podcast:

Visit http://www.libertymagazine.org/ for news and information on church and state relations.