Exploring John’s unique testimony. by R. Herbert The Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke all record the arrest, trial, and crucifixion of Jesus, and each gives its own details regarding these events. But the Gospel of John provides many unique insights into what occurred leading up to the death of Christ, with its whole second […]

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by Moises Capetillo “You who destroy the temple and build it in three days, save Yourself! If You are the Son of God, come down from the cross” (Matthew 27:40). The people yelled and mocked our Savior. Their words were meant to cut. They came from people passing by Calvary, shaking their heads and taunting the suffering Savior. […]

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The drink and the taste that stay. by Ruhama Tewodros Assefa Some tastes stay with a person long after they are swallowed. I was the kind of daughter who always refused to drink homemade remedies. In our country, before running to the pharmacy, parents — and especially grandmothers — often prepare remedies for stomachaches, common […]

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by Kathryn E. Darden I have recently found myself captivated by the story of Jesus in Gethsemane: the arrest of our Savior and the strange, desperate predicament of His followers. When I think of the garden and the tomb, I don’t see a fable, nor do I envision stained glass images. I see grit in […]

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by Kelsey Gjesdal And He withdrew from them about a stone’s throw, and He knelt down and began to pray, saying, “Father, if You are willing, remove this cup from Me; yet not My will, but Yours be done.” Now an angel from heaven appeared to Him, strengthening Him. And being in agony He was praying very fervently; and His sweat became like drops of blood, […]

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“Oh come, let us worship and bow down; let us kneel before the Lord our Maker” (Psalm 95:6). I am excited to announce our 2027 Adult Quarterly Series. The BAP joins the GC Convention in making “In His Presence” our theme for next year. Written by Elder Whaid Rose and BA Editor Jason Overman, this […]

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by Bob Hostetler At 6:55 on a cold March evening, twelve-year-old Valerie Webb, who lost her father in the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on New York’s World Trade Center towers, threw a switch that sent twin towers of light into the sky. The bright beacons, a tribute to the nearly 3,000 lives lost at […]

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Part 1 Examining the only plan of salvation. by Loren Stacy At some point, we will find ourselves face to face with God. What will we answer if God asks us, “Why should I let you into My kingdom?” Most people respond, “I’m a good person, certainly better than many people I know.” Religious people […]

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by Laura L. Bradford “Grandma’s weird,” I muttered as I sat alone on our lawn, mindlessly plucking blades of grass. As a seven-year-old, I couldn’t understand why Grandma behaved so differently from other adults, particularly my mother. For one, whenever Grandma had an opportunity to sit down, she read a book called the Bible. Then […]

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by Sarah Schwerin With my head bowed and eyes shut tight, the lady next to me grasped my hand and prayed. “Dear Lord, thank You for the wonderful plan you have for Sarah’s future. Help her wait on You.” No breeze blew through the camp meeting’s open-air building, and sweat trickled down my back. Yet […]

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September-October 2026 Our Audio BA is now available on the following platforms: INSIDE THIS ISSUE ArticlesPage 4: Grace and Faith: The Gospel Truth – Part 1 | Loren StacyPage 7: A Fitting Memorial | Bob HostetlerPage 8: Sweat Like Blood | Kelsey GiesdalPage 10: The Grit and the Glory | Kathryn E. DardenPage 12: The […]

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What does spreading the gospel really mean? by Kurt Lang Engaging in Witness. As one of the ten vision points of a Vibrant 21st Century Church, which we as the Church of God (Seventh Day) strive to be, this is a catchy phrase for evangelism. Is your evangelism vibrant? What exactly is evangelism? Why do […]

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