WAA Podcast Episode 50: The Holidays and Myths About Church Dropouts (1:19:56)

Welcome to the 50th podcast episode of "What's an Adventist?"


The majority of Adventists celebrate the holiday season with their friends, families and churches. Within Adventism it is encouraged to take the opportunity to reflect on the gift of Christ as well as find opportunities to reach out to others who are less fortunate. One of Adventism's founders wrote "When you have a holiday, make it a pleasant and happy day for your children, and make it also a pleasant day for the poor and afflicted. Do not let the day pass without bringing thanksgiving and thank offerings to Jesus."


This week on WAA, Jesse Sias and Abraham Miranda, with the help of our WAA listeners, spread some holiday cheer by talking about some of the things Adventists do during the holidays and what some of our listeners are thankful for. Jesse and Abraham also talk about some of the myths around why young adults drop out of church. (Click on title to hear podcast)


As WAA wraps up 2011 we want to thank all of our contributors and listeners. We also want to thank the Lord for blessing this ministry and for giving us an opportunity to share our faith in this manner. WAA will be back in 2012 with more topics, guests, and commentaries. Please come back and join us! 


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See you next year!


Click here for article about Church Dropout Myths

WAA Podcast Episode 49: Fundamental Belief 3: The Father (58:14)

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

Ever think of God as a Father? Well Jesus did. Jesus taught his followers over and over again to look to the Father as the source of all things and to trust in His care. Even Jesus himself prayed earnestly to the Father for guidance and sustainability. No wonder that Jesus taught us to depend on a heavenly Father for all of our needs.  The Bible teaches us that "God the eternal Father is the Creator, Source, Sustainer, and Sovereign of all creation. He is just and holy, merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and abounding in steadfast love and faithfulness. The qualities and powers exhibited in the Son and the Holy Spirit are also revelations of the Father. (Gen. 1:1; Rev. 4:11; 1 Cor. 15:28; John 3:16; 1 John 4:8; 1 Tim. 1:17; Ex. 34:6, 7; John 14:9.) (click on title to hear podcast)


This week Jesse Sias and Abraham Miranda continue a podcast series on the fundamental beliefs of the Seventh-day Adventist Church and talk with Adventist Pastor Tony Gonzales about Fundamental Belief 3: God the Father. Pastor Gonzales helps us explore this part of God's nature as revealed in the Bible and reminds us that our heavenly Father is truly a person who is interested in each one of us. 


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Click here to view all 28 fundamental beliefs of the Seventh-day Adventist Church

WAA Podcast Episode 48: What About Mental Health Reform? (1:04:34)

According to the World Health Organization
121 million people struggle with depression

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

Early in its history Adventism helped lead the way in health reform and drastically changed the American way of life. Today, although many Americans live healthier lives, many are experiencing emotional and psychological pain. A recent Barna study revealed that over 70 million Americans feel that they are being held back by their past and not living life to their fullest potential. Among other problems Americans face are depression, domestic violence, abuse, addictions and more. Mental health issues are becoming more and more widespread and are affecting countless of people including those in churches everywhere (click on title to hear podcast).


This week Jesse Sias and Abraham Miranda talk about what the Adventist Church is doing to raise awareness regarding mental health and what things are being done to encourage Adventists to get involved in helping those who are hurting inside and outside the church.

If you would like to comment on this podcast, click on the “comment” link below. You can also email us at whatsanadventist@hotmail.com. “Like” us on facebook and join in on our discussions. Thank you for your support!

Articles mentioned in this podcast:
 
70 Million Americans Feel Held Back by Their Past
 
Adventist Health Leaders Aim to Destigmatize, Treat Mental Health
 
Urban Evangelism Is Wilson's Call To Adventist World Church
 
Commentary: 10th Abuse Prevention Emphasis Sabbath is August 27
 
Commentary: Denomination's first emotional health conference seeks to destigmatize mental illness

WAA Podcast Episode 47: Halloween, A Vegan State Fair, and The Preppers (1:08:57)

Welcome to our first "gabcast" episode of “What’s an Adventist?”


Every now and again we like to take a moment to reflect on some of the more “ordinary” things in life. So we have put together a "gabcast" that brings together a variety of stories and life experiences that will make you laugh, cry, or want to pull your hair out!

This week Jesse Sias and Abraham Miranda, with the help of our WAA Facebook Fans and yes even our very own “Mr. Producer” (Eli Miranda), talk about, “should Adventist’s celebrate Halloween?”, “Should Vegan/Vegetarians make meat dishes?” and more! (Click on title to listen)

If you would like to comment on this podcast, click on the “comment” link below or you can contact WAA at Whatsanadventist@hotmail.com. A heartfelt thank you goes out to our WAA Fans who keep this ministry both fun and riveting. God bless!

Sources:

Woman of Vision, “Learning a New Lifestyle”

10 Things to Know About History, Origin of Halloween

The Prepper Movement: Why Are Millions of Preppers Preparing Feverishly For the End of the World As We Know It?

WAA Podcast Episode 46: Fundamental Belief 2: The Trinity (1:03:53)

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

All Christians believe in one God, but not all Christians believe in the idea of the Trinity. Although the word “Trinity” never appears in the Bible (neither does the word "incarnation"), Adventists believe that, “There is one God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, a unity of three co-eternal Persons. God is immortal, all-powerful, all-knowing, above all, and ever present. He is infinite and beyond human comprehension, yet known through His self-revelation. He is forever worthy of worship, adoration, and service by the whole creation.” (Deut. 6:4; Matt. 28:19; 2 Cor. 13:14; Eph. 4:4-6; 1 Peter 1:2; 1 Tim. 1:17; Rev. 14:7.) 

The idea of the Trinity or the “Godhead” was even controversial among the early Adventist pioneers. Today there continues to be some struggle in trying to understand this part of God’s nature.

This week Jesse Sias and Abraham Miranda continue their series of commentary on the fundamental beliefs of the Seventh-day Adventist church and talk about the second fundamental belief, “The Trinity.” This podcast is an introduction to this topic and does not cover every aspect of the idea of the Trinity in the Bible. Look out for more podcasts about this topic in the near future. 

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Click here to learn more about the fundamental beliefs of the Seventh-day Adventist Church.

Other WAA Podcasts on the Fundamental Beliefs

WAA Podcast Episode 43: Fundamental Belief 1: The Holy Bible

WAA Podcast Episode 45: A Vision For Better Health (49:10)

Diptheria was a deadly disease that threatened the lives of many
Americans in the 19th century

Living in the 19th century in America was like living in a third world country. Most Americans had no idea what a healthy lifestyle consisted of. As a result, many suffered from deadly diseases and because of the lack of proper medical attention many men, women, and children died. Very few medical professionals practiced natural medicine to treat their patients and those that did were not very well known nor were their methods widely accepted.

Christians were just as ignorant as the average American when it came to living a healthy life. There was very little difference in health habits between Christians and the world. Even early Adventists did not fully understand what a healthy life meant and it wasn’t until Ellen White received a divinely inspired vision that Adventists began to take a serious look at their health. This eventually helped spark a health reform movement that would literally breathe life into a sick, disease ridden, and dying nation (click on title to listen to podcast).

This week Jesse Sias talks about the vision that would eventually make Adventists the leading Christian denomination in health reform. Thank God for the light He shed on health and for alleviating some of the pain and suffering in our dying world.

Also, look out for our Adven-Test in this podcast. Email us the correct answer to the Adven-Test at whatsanadventist@hotmail.com and be eligible to win the devotional book by George Knight titled, "Lest We Forget."

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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