Social Bonding/Integration and Alcohol Use in the Chinese Union of Seventh-day Adventists

The relationship between alcohol use and social bonding with the Seventh-day Adventist Church in China was examined. There was inverse relationship between alcohol and commitment to, involvement with and belief in the Adventist Church in China. These findings indicate that social bonding theory may be useful in non-western cultures. [email protected]

Religious Belief and Culture: The Curious Case of the Intuitive Soul

While Adventists recognize some of the straightforward and concrete ideas that are part of doctrinal training on human nature and the state of the dead, the core intuitive belief in mind-body dualism likely continues to influence how Adventists understand human nature

Seminary Training, Role Demands, Family Stressors and Strategies for Alleviation of Stressors in Pastors’ Families

This is a report from a study of the stressors faced by Seventh-day Adventist pastors and their families in the North American Division.https://digitalcommons.andrews.edu/hrsa/1231/thumbnail.jp

Through Christ Alone?: Adventists’ Beliefs about Salvation

This presentation examines how Adventists from four world divisions view the issue of salvation. Using data from the 2018 and 2023 Global Church Member’s Surveys, we compare and contrast members’ stated beliefs over time about how one receives salvation. The analysis includes cultural factors that may be influencing these outcomes

Religion’s Impact on the Mental Health of Seventh-Day Adventist College Students

Depression and anxiety rates among college students are increasing around the world. This paper will examine results of a 2018 survey that found high rates of depression and anxiety among Adventist College students as well as results from a focus group follow-up study that helped to explain those results. Our objective is to examine the positive and negative influence of religion on the mental health of Seventh-day Adventist college students