The Downfalls of Satan in the Book of Revelation

The article examines the downfalls of satan in the book of Revelation and the old testament

North American Teachers\u27 Perceptions of Adventist Eschatology

This book examines teachers perceptions of mission, service and eschatology in the Seventh-day Adventist Church in North America

Teaching the Book of Revelation to Millennials and Gen Y

This chapter examines the challenge of interpreting the symbolism and the use of antecedent literature in the book of Revelation as a “discussion starter” that focuses on Millennial and Gen Y assumptions about the book. The chapter presents a Christo-centric methodology that builds the faith of students. The methodology emerges from the text itself and provides a responsible approach to the text that demonstrates its historical, theological, literary and contextual nuances. The symbol of the Lamb serves as a pedagogical tool that points to the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ and is woven into the narrative landscape amidst the rise and fall of beastly powers. Students are taught that this enigmatic book with its polyvalent symbols, intricate structure and hybrid genre is indeed a revelation of Jesus Christ

The Katartismos Pastor

Pastors often think their churches will not go on unless they lead out at every church function. Read how pastors could and should change this concept

Amazing Jesus in Turbulent Times

This article examines the theme of “amazing” in the Gospel of Mark. It studies the historical and literary context of the Gospel to understand why the author enlisted this concept to explain the Messiahship of Jesus Christ. The article makes application to the 2020 pandemic and provides readers with encouragement and insights on how to cope

The Way of the Cross in Mark\u27s Gospel

This article examines the usage of the word way in Mark and draws some theological and pastoral implications

Principles and Criteria for the Use of the Old Testament in the book of Revelation

The book of Revelation continues to inspire and challenge the contemporary reader with its poetic language and vexing symbolism. Its literary dynamics and visionary encounters trigger the imagination and deepen the desire to understand this enigmatic book better. Part of the complexity of Revelation is found in its indebtedness to antecedent literature, especially the Old Testament, which is woven into the very fabric of the book. This article will address three matters. First, I will propose four principles that can aid the interpreter in studying this book; second, I will examine the criteria of Richard Hays and Jon Paulien that they enlist for interpreting the Old Testament in the writings of Paul and John respectively; and third, I will discuss the debate surrounding the literary construct of echo and its implications for interpreting Revelation

A Biblical Theology of Ordination

This book chapter examines the New Testament evidence for or against ordination

Perceptions of Adventist Eschatology Among Teachers in Adventist Schools in Australia and the Solomon Islands

This chapter examines the views and perspectives of Adventist teachers in relation to eschatology. Teachers provide insights into topics like the Second Coming of Jesus, the judgement and the Three angels messages of Revelation 14 among others. Teachers in Australia and the Solomon Islands have similar perspectives on a range of eschatological matters, including commitment to the overall eschatological message of the church. Teachers in both countries do struggle with Adventist identity and the judgement message of 1844