Excel Adventist Academy’s fourth grader Austin Bullard shines as a kind, faith-filled leader whose compassion, diligence and quiet consistency inspire everyone around him.
Though stress is unavoidable, Scripture reminds us we can choose our response—and in that sacred space, God offers peace that transcends understanding.
As I sat in my Biblical Preaching class at Southwestern Adventist University (SWAU) one fall afternoon in 2024, I silently asked God for a theme to guide our campus prayer ministry.
When one teacher saw a language barrier holding families back, he started evening English classes.
Here are simple, age-specific ways to stay active—at every stage of life.
What began as casual bike rides has become a ministry of friendship and faith—with one young life already changed through baptism.
Self-defense classes at the Bartlesville church are empowering women to stay safe—while forming unexpected friendships.
What began with one teacher’s compassion—and a few free lunches—has grown into a thriving Bible club reaching dozens of high school students in Albuquerque.
Earl “Blue” Jones Jr. uses photography to reflect God’s love to veterans.
It looks like laundry day—but sounds like laughter, feels like love and turns a chore into community.
Audrey Hoover’s quiet compassion and service shine through in every note and act of kindness.
A Bible verse from James sparked Deirdre Rivera-Martin to step out of her comfort zone and form a virtual life group that grew into a transformative community, changing lives and leading to the formation of new groups.
Savita Fay’s journey at Sandia View Academy highlights how Adventist education fosters personal growth, academic excellence, and spiritual development through supportive teachers and a strong sense of community.
McKenna Giunta-Moreno found hope, healing, and a new life in Christ through the love of her husband, the support of a women's life group and the transforming power of God.
Discover how physical, mental and spiritual health align with God’s design to empower a lasting transformation for the new year.
Warm up with this silky vegan golden butternut squash bisque, packed with nourishing ingredients and topped with sweet, crunchy candied pepitas.
Embrace God's design for whole-person living through CREATION Life, a wellness program by AdventHealth
How to survive the holidays when facing grief or sadness.
Oklahoma City Member Volunteers with Afghan Refugees
Southwestern Adventist University Professor Impacts Beyond the Classroom
Texas Health Mansfield Serves Their Neighbors
The Impact of Family Ministries at Home and in the Community
103-year-old Alice Capps Hudgins Shares Lessons From a Life Lived for Christ
A Young Adult’s Journey to Overcome Anxiety and Follow God’s Call
Boost Immunity and Fight Disease While Having Fun
Building Churches and Relationships in São Paulo
“Parental match.” It seemed impossible that those words were on the computer screen before her.
Joseph Bates, a founding father of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, thrived on adventure.
As a teacher, one of the advantages of teaching in an Adventist school is that we get to teach from the Bible!
With the state of the world today, I can’t but fear what my children will live in when I am gone. Then, somehow, a calm comes over me as if my worry never existed. I know that calm comes from the Holy Spirit.
Each person traverses their own spiritual journey. Whether by life-changing conversion, seeds of faith planted in a Christian home, or somewhere in between––we each have a deeply personal experience with the God of the universe.
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Joseph Bates, a founding father of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, thrived on adventure. Twenty-one years as a sailor molded him into a strong-willed, passionate, and brave man. When convicted to follow Christ due to personal Bible study, he became an unstoppable force and inspiring leader for the early church.
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