It. Is. Finished. As of May 7th 2017, I have officially obtained my Masters in Divinity degree from Andrews University – my alma mater. The past few years have been some of the most humbling, exciting, and paradigm-shifting years filled with lots of learning, love, and life. They say hindsight is 20/20 for a reason. HereContinue reading “10 Things I Wish They’d Told Me Before Starting Graduate School”
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How the 28 Fundamental Beliefs of Adventism Relate to the Cross
Ellen White writes, “The Sacrifice of Christ as an atonement for sin is the great truth around which all other truths cluster. In order to be rightly understood and appreciated, every truth in the Word of God, from Genesis to Revelation, must be studied in the light that streams from the cross of Calvary….* SoContinue reading “How the 28 Fundamental Beliefs of Adventism Relate to the Cross”
Why I Can’t Celebrate Christmas
Honestly, I could end this post in a few lines. Fire in Oakland. Chapecoense football team. Genocide in Syria. Bombings in Germany. Explosions in Mexico. Attacks in Pakistan. Post-election America. Add to this your own personal pains – the passing of loved ones, loss of opportunities, stresses of life – and they still wonder whyContinue reading “Why I Can’t Celebrate Christmas”
5 Ways To Share Your Beliefs Without Being a Jerk
Right + Rude = Wrong. Someone mentioned that to me and it has stuck ever since. The counsel is timely, especially in circles where truth claims are criticized and those who express them, in extreme cases, are dismissed as anachronistic. But is there a way to share your convictions without being snooty or insular? HereContinue reading “5 Ways To Share Your Beliefs Without Being a Jerk”
The Gospel According to Pulse
My heart is heavy as I reflect on what is considered the worst terrorist mass shooting of U.S history. The shooting at Pulse hit many pressure points eliciting various responses. Gun control, the 2nd amendment, Islamophobia, homophobia, and terrorism were some of the various issues which were re-sensitized and brought to the fore. And caught rightContinue reading “The Gospel According to Pulse”
A 3-Step “Hack” for Examining and Enjoying Scripture
Articulating the “why” and implementing the “how” are two things. That’s why some may spit some smoove words to you, but may not actually have game. OHHHHH! But that’s a topic for another day. (Get it together, Kevin.) The more I spend time with well-intentioned Christians, especially youth and young adults, the more I realize thatContinue reading “A 3-Step “Hack” for Examining and Enjoying Scripture”
Why I Did Not Overlay My Facebook Profile Picture
If you were on Facebook this week, you know exactly what I’m talking about. Here are three reasons why I didn’t do it. 1) The problem of selective solidarity France. Lebanon. Syria. Japan. Mexico. These were the countries who were severely affected during the same time as France, and yet where were the respective overlaysContinue reading “Why I Did Not Overlay My Facebook Profile Picture”
The Only Reason Why I’m a Seventh-Day Adventist Christian
“Potlucks” “Family-feel” “Haystacks” “My parents” “My teacher” “Sabbath” “Sam’s chicken” And the list goes on when one’s inquired about why they are a Seventh-Day Adventist. In light of the recent notoriety the denomination has been getting through media and news networks, I had to revisit this question myself: “Why are YOU a Seventh-Day Adventist, Kevin?”Continue reading “The Only Reason Why I’m a Seventh-Day Adventist Christian”
What Christians Do That is Worse Than Rejecting God
I recently read a quote last week that messed me up. “The darkness of the evil one encloses those who neglect to pray.” – Ellen White in “Steps to Christ.” “Yep. Heard that before. Nothing new there. Obviously when I refuse to pray then…” And that’s when it hit me. She doesn’t say refuse to pray;Continue reading “What Christians Do That is Worse Than Rejecting God”
Why Bible Reading is Difficult and What you Can Do About It.
“ It’s too boring…” “It’s too hard…” “It’s not relevant…” “I don’t get it…” “It’s too old…” And they go on. I’ve heard them, you’ve heard them. Let’s face it: Reading the Bible can sometimes be a slow death experience. Maybe it hasn’t for you. But it surely has been for me. Pastors, teachers, andContinue reading “Why Bible Reading is Difficult and What you Can Do About It.”
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