SDA: Get Together

[2tim]

Ah ha. Disfelloshipping someone is such a sad affair. As an elder I've seen some of that action and it's a real downer. On the other side of that coin though, when folks get rebaptized it's a real joy. Like seeing them get pulled right from the fire!

2T

 

[SassySDA]

First Name: Steve-o
Church: i attend Paterson (Temple) SDA, NJ
Seminary studies/Ordained?:None
Outlook regarding SDAism: not a member, but i search for the truth.
Accepted Christ/ Baptismal age: Babtized at around 11, accepted Jesus as my Christ at 21 waiting to get babtized....this time understanding what it means.
Favorite church activity: i can't get up in time for the sermon on sabbath mornings
Participation in your church: not an active member....can't get used to the whole church thing.
Favorite book of the Bible: John
Favorite verse/passage: so many!!!!!
Favorite Bible version/study Bible: NKJV/KJV Parallel Bible....don't like the newer translations.

First name: Jackie
Church: Portsmouth Seventh-day Adventist
Seminary Studies/Ordained: None
Outlook regarding SDAism: After 40+ years as a baptist, I can't tell you how refreshing the truth has been. My decision to join this church was the best one of my life. I've never been happier.
Accepted Christ/Baptismal age: I can't ever remember NOT believing in Jesus, my first baptism was by sprinkling at age 30. I knew it was wrong, not biblical when they did it...I felt nothing. My REAL baptism was April 16, 2005 - I buried the ol' man and now I walk with Christ a new being. PRAISE HIS NAME!
Favorite Church Activity: Visitor's lunch. (lol) Communion Service
Participation in your Church: Primary Sabbath School teacher, and anything else they ask me to do.
Favorite Book of the Bible: Mark
Favorite Passage: Matthew 7:21-23
Favorite Bible Version/study bible: KJV, cannot abide NIV, or most of the newer translations

Welcome steve-o and everyone else, SDA or not.

It's not about a building or the name written on the marquis outside of it...it's about Jesus, loving Him, worshipping Him, picking up our mats and following Him.

God bless us one and all.

 

[TrustAndObey]

First name: Lainie
Church: Bentonville Adventist Church
Seminary Studies/Ordained: School of hard knocks
Outlook regarding SDAism: I imagine the persecution we experience daily is just a small piece of what's to come, but the truth has never been popular and never will be. Matthew 24:13 - But he that shall endure unto the end, the same shall be saved.
Accepted Christ/Baptismal age: I have always believed in Christ. However, as a stubborn teenager I decided it was just too difficult to live a proper life and I turned my back on the knowledge I grew up with (for about 15 years). I came back to Christ in September of 2003 and was baptized on December 25th, 2004 (the true celebration of His birth is baptism, so I was thrilled that "Christmas" fell on a Sabbath)
Favorite Church Activity: Foot washing and communion
Participation in your Church: My husband and I are developing a website for our local church (he's more in charge of that than I am). I am a member of the Women's Ministry.
Favorite Book of the Bible: James
Favorite Passage: Just one of many....Romans 11:36 - For of Him, and through Him, and to Him, are all things: to Whom be glory for ever. Amen.
Favorite Bible Version/study bible: KJV

 

[Inne]

Hi, my name is Inne. I'm a Seventh-day Adventist, I've been an SDA since birth. I go to Denver South SDA Church. I was baptized around 11 or 12. But I was re-baptized on 2004 (is that wrong to get re-baptized?) becaue I felt like I'm far from God at that time even though I never really done anything that is considered extremely bad. I just felt that God is far from me at the time and really didn't understand what the bible and everything is about when I was first baptized, but when Mark Finley and Shawn Boonstra came to Denver to do a Seminar, I was moved and decided to be re-baptized. I'm currently a second semester freshman at Metropolitan State College of Denver majoring in Engineering and medicine. I'm planning to transfer to University of Colorado at Denver on Spring06. My Favorite activity in church is the whole thing. I participate in the Adventist youths ministry. My fav. bible version is the KJV because that's the only version I and the SDA brothers and sisters, my parents, siblings, uncles, aunts, gramma/grampa always read to me when I was little. By the way, can you guys answer my question above??? is it wrong/a sin to get re-baptized?

 

[awesumtenor]

Hi, my name is Inne. I'm a Seventh-day Adventist, I've been an SDA since birth. I go to Denver South SDA Church. I was baptized around 11 or 12. But I was re-baptized on 2004 (is that wrong to get re-baptized?) becaue I felt like I'm far from God at that time even though I never really done anything that is considered extremely bad. I just felt that God is far from me at the time and really didn't understand what the bible and everything is about when I was first baptized, but when Mark Finley and Shawn Boonstra came to Denver to do a Seminar, I was moved and decided to be re-baptized. I'm currently a second semester freshman at Metropolitan State College of Denver majoring in Engineering and medicine. I'm planning to transfer to University of Colorado at Denver on Spring06. My Favorite activity in church is the whole thing. I participate in the Adventist youths ministry. My fav. bible version is the KJV because that's the only version I and the SDA brothers and sisters, my parents, siblings, uncles, aunts, gramma/grampa always read to me when I was little. By the way, can you guys answer my question above??? is it wrong/a sin to get re-baptized?

It is neither wrong nor a sin to be re-baptized.

In His service,
Mr. J

 

[Cliff2]

Hi, my name is Inne. I'm a Seventh-day Adventist, I've been an SDA since birth. I go to Denver South SDA Church. I was baptized around 11 or 12. But I was re-baptized on 2004 (is that wrong to get re-baptized?) becaue I felt like I'm far from God at that time even though I never really done anything that is considered extremely bad. I just felt that God is far from me at the time and really didn't understand what the bible and everything is about when I was first baptized, but when Mark Finley and Shawn Boonstra came to Denver to do a Seminar, I was moved and decided to be re-baptized. I'm currently a second semester freshman at Metropolitan State College of Denver majoring in Engineering and medicine. I'm planning to transfer to University of Colorado at Denver on Spring06. My Favorite activity in church is the whole thing. I participate in the Adventist youths ministry. My fav. bible version is the KJV because that's the only version I and the SDA brothers and sisters, my parents, siblings, uncles, aunts, gramma/grampa always read to me when I was little. By the way, can you guys answer my question above??? is it wrong/a sin to get re-baptized?

It is not a sin to be re-baptised and as far as I am concerned it is often a very good idea.

Praise the Lord you have been convicted.

 

[TrustAndObey]

Hi Inne! My husband and I just moved back to Arkansas from Aurora, CO. It's so gorgeous there...I really miss the scenary! We weren't Adventist when we lived there, but have had the opportunity since becoming Adventist to attend the Adventist church in Aurora (on Mississippi). Everybody there was SO friendly and we really enjoyed it!

 

[Megs06]

Hi I'm Megan.. I attend the Bishopdale SDA church in Christchurch New Zealand, I'm 17 as you can see... I was baptised when i was 12.. I dont think it was a very good decision as now my life is on the "rocks" as one might wanna say... but yea... I dont have a favourite verse.. my favourite version of bible would probably be the CEV extremely easy to understand... umm... I like being involved in church.. but I'm not very involved only involvement i've had is help organise a teens to teen outreach but I'm too old for that now..my passion is christian music... and yea i think thats all bout me

 

[Seraph1m]

Welcome Megan. Nice to have you with us. Believe me nobodys life here is perfect. We are all on the rocks at one time or another in our relationship with the Lord but, even after we are broken and battered He is able to clean us up and make us whole in Him.

Even if you were over 18yrs, if you enjoy the interaction and fellowship with the youth, that you can be a blessing in that ministry at just about any age. So don't give up on it ok. I still have a number of ideas for youth ministry and all my young people are over 18yrs

Hi I'm Megan.. I attend the Bishopdale SDA church in Christchurch New Zealand, I'm 17 as you can see... I was baptised when i was 12.. I dont think it was a very good decision as now my life is on the "rocks" as one might wanna say... but yea... I dont have a favourite verse.. my favourite version of bible would probably be the CEV extremely easy to understand... umm... I like being involved in church.. but I'm not very involved only involvement i've had is help organise a teens to teen outreach but I'm too old for that now..my passion is christian music... and yea i think thats all bout me

 

[PaleHorse]

First Name: Austin
Church: I attend the Bentonville Seventh-day Adventist church
Seminary studies/Ordained?: Nope, not yet at least.
Outlook regarding SDAism: I truly believe Adventists are a large part of the Remnant church and will be instrumental in proclaiming His second coming - if I didn't believe this I wouldn't be in this church.
Accepted Christ/ Baptismal age: I was baptized at the age of 35 after a lifetime of searching and many ups and downs.
Favorite church activity: Sabbath school - we have a great study group and I always learn something more
Participation in your church: Active member. I am on the multi-media team (which means I run the mix board during services and other activities), helped to build our church school's website and am currently building the church website - if you are curious to see what stage its in here is the test-site: http://www.geocities.com/finding_remnants/
Favorite book of the Bible: Psalms
Favorite verse/passage: John 3:16 (I know, not very original but the verse says it all)
Favorite Bible version/study Bible: I study many many versions because different versions are better suited to different topics. Most times I read from the 1611 KJV (without Apocrypha) but I also enjoy the YLT, BBE, ESV, and the WYC when doing essays/studies.

 

[HoneyDew]

Hello Megan!
I ditto what Seraph1m says. We have been there and still go through those periods. It is a daily struggle but we are in His care. We pray for each other, and I know that you are blessed. Hope you find what you are seeking.

 

[PaleHorse]

Hi I'm Megan.. I attend the Bishopdale SDA church in Christchurch New Zealand, I'm 17 as you can see... I was baptised when i was 12.. I dont think it was a very good decision as now my life is on the "rocks" as one might wanna say... but yea... I dont have a favourite verse.. my favourite version of bible would probably be the CEV extremely easy to understand... umm... I like being involved in church.. but I'm not very involved only involvement i've had is help organise a teens to teen outreach but I'm too old for that now..my passion is christian music... and yea i think thats all bout me

Trust me, if Christ can clean up someone as "on the rocks" as I have been during periods in my life He can most certainly clean your robes. Praise be to the King of Kings and the Lord of Lords!! Remember, its the ones that are farthest from Him that He seeks out the most - as any good shepard would.

 

[Megs06]

thanks guys your awesome... God Bless...

 

[dezzie1180]

First Name: Destiny
Church: Brazosport Seventh-Day Adventist Church
Seminary Studies: None, as of yet
University Studies: Associates of Arts, Business Admin. Currently thinking about getting a BA in liberal arts
Outlook in regards to Adventism: The best decision I ever made
Date accepted Christ: 1988(as a pentecostal)& attended the Adventist church for awhile, and was rebaptised recently as an Adventist
Favorite church activity: Potluck, Sabbath School
Church Participation: Bible study teacher, and the lady with alot of the ideas for community outreach programs, currently working with my hubby on our church website.
Favorite book of the Bible: Toss up between Zechariah, and Psalms
Favorite verse: Psalms25:10 All the paths of the Lord are mercy and truth. To such as keep His convenant and His testimonies.Psalms25:14 The secret of the Lord is with those who fear Him. And He will show them His covenant.
Favorite Bible: NIV, NKJV,KJV
Lifestyle: Naturalist, vegan, tree hugger, animal lover.

 

[Inne]

can we talk now? I mean really talk... hehhehe

 

[moicherie]

First Name: Denise
Church: Stoke Newington Comunity Seventh Day Adventist Church
Studies: Chartered Management Accountant
Outlook in regards to Adventism: Why are we still here?
Date accepted Christ: 1980 a prayer regarding a specific issues was answered from then I believed God really existed, I was just a child
Favorite church activity: Singing, sleeping (least I'm honest lol)
Church Participation: Music and Communication department
Favorite book of the Bible: Psalms
Favorite verse: Psalm 23
Favorite Bible: all of em
Lifestyle: See food and eat it, go to gym

 

[Princessdi]

First Name: Diane
Church: Seventh Day Adventist Church, born and raised
Outlook in regards to Adventism: Love the message! Loving,caring People!! Simply LOVED growing up SDA!!! "The harvest is plentiful, but laborers are few"
Date accepted Christ: Can't remember not knowing Him
Favorite church activity: Hospitality, welcoming, serving, ushering
Church Participation: Communication department, Usher, Women's MInistry, Board Member
Favorite book of the Bible: Psalms
Favorite verse: Psalm 34
Favorite Bible: all of em
Lifestyle: Busy, church, work family,...... TRAVEL!!!

 

[seangoh]

Ok it's my turn!


First Name: Sean
Church: Jurong SDA Church
Seminary studies/Ordained?:NA
Outlook regarding SDAism: Very strong bible study methodology.
Accepted Christ/ Baptismal age: 15
Favorite church activity: Listening to inspiring sermons
Participation in your church: teach lesson study, Sabbath School Superintendent, librarian, guitarist, one of the teachers for my 2 cell groups, one of the PA guys.
Favorite book of the Bible: For now it's Revelation
Favorite verse/passage: "He which testifieth these things saith, Surely I come quickly. Amen. Even so, come, Lord Jesus. 21The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. Amen. " Rev 22:20-21
Favorite Bible version/study Bible: NIV/KJV

 

[Seraph1m]

Blessings to you all... nice to meet you

 

[jelvenko]

First Name: Jessica
Church: Bismarck SDA Church
Seminary studies/Ordained?: Nope.
Outlook regarding SDAism:
Accepted Christ/ Baptismal age: 13 I was first baptised, the rebaptised at 16.
Favorite church activity: Praise Time
Participation in your church: Help out in Kindergarten. Sometimes help out up front
Favorite book of the Bible: Psalms
Favorite verse/passage: Romans 8. the whole chapter. It's too long to put here though...
Favorite Bible version/study Bible: NKJV