Camp Meeting Inspires New Sabbath Keepers

DALLAS, TEX. – One day, I received an unexpected phone call from a woman in Louisiana who contacted the Dallas Korean Seventh-day Adventist Church after realizing that the fourth commandment was often overlooked. Although Seone had faithfully attended church on Sundays, prayer led her to understand that the true Sabbath is the seventh day.

As I listened, her words echoed the message we proclaim. What she discovered through prayer and Scripture aligned with our faith. From that moment on, I began sharing our church’s YouTube worship services with her every Sabbath morning, and she frequently expressed gratitude for the messages and worship.

About a month later, I invited Seone to the Southwestern Korean Camp Meeting at Lone Star Camp. She hoped to attend with her husband, although his health was a concern. Our church prayed earnestly for them.

A week before the camp meeting, she sent wonderful news: “We will attend together. My husband’s health has improved greatly.” We were overjoyed and gave thanks to God.

Seone and her husband attended the camp meeting and were touched by the warm fellowship and messages shared. They expressed heartfelt gratitude for the grace they experienced during their time with us. After returning home, Seone and her husband wanted to continue to observe the Sabbath and stay connected with us through online fellowship. 

Their experience reflected the broader outreach impact of the camp meeting, which also welcomed three non-Christians and six non-Adventists. For many attendees, the weekend provided a meaningful opportunity to encounter the faith and fellowship of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. At a time when evangelism is not easy, this experience served as a reminder that camp meetings can be opportunities for outreach and spiritual renewal.

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By Jin Sung Kim

Pastor

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