Best Adventist Learning Community Podcasts (2024)

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Ep. 222: Jewels Olsen. What do we experience at the end of life? 27:32

12h ago27:32

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How can we continue learning and healing as we approach the end of our mortal life? Jewels Olsen sits down with Steve for a conversation about the end of life and how we can approach it with peace and reassurance, and how we can honor those we know who are dying. Jewels Olsen is a chaplain at Applegate Home and Hospice in Utah, where she has a pass…

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Ep. 221: Reverend Phyllis Spiegel. How can we say goodbye to our loved ones? 28:15

1h ago28:15

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What is a holy death and how can we make sure our loved ones experience peace and love as they die? Episcopal Bishop Phyllis Spiegel joins Steve to describe how we can prepare ourselves and those who are dying for a process we all experiences. The Rt. Rev. Phyllis A. Spiegel was consecrated as the 12th Bishop of Utah on September 17, 2022. She is p…

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A Better Life: Those Who Hunger for Righteousness

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How hungry we are for righteousness--for Jesus--shows the condition of our spiritual life. If you are in need of prayer, let our Prayer Team know by contacting prayer@forestlakechurch.org Sermon video is available on YouTube and full service archives are available on Vimeo. Live services weekly from the sanctuary at 8:45 or 11:30 AM and 11:30 AM (W…

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Ep. 220: Marianne Bahri. How can a near-death experience help us heal? 29:23

8m ago29:23

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Welcome back to our mini-series on death. This week we are learning about near-death experience from Marianne Bahri. She speaks about her own NDE with senior producer Heather Bigley to discuss how her life was altered, and how introspective soul-searching helped her heal. Next week, we are speaking to Rev. Phyllis Spiegel and Jewels Chaplain to lea…

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Ep. 219: Martin Tanner. What can we learn from near-death experiences? 28:57

4h ago28:57

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Welcome to part one of our death mini-series! We are exploring near-death experiences, working with those at the end of life, and grieving a loss. In this episode, Steve sits down with Martin Tanner from KSL to discuss how hearing near-death experiences from other people have impacted his own religion. This episode is jam-packed with powerful stori…

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A Better Life: The Meek

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Meekness is not weakness, but a conscious decision to be controlled. Jesus' meekness is total submission to His Father. If you are in need of prayer, let our Prayer Team know by contacting prayer@forestlakechurch.org Sermon video is available on YouTube and full service archives are available on Vimeo. Live services weekly from the sanctuary at 8:4…

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Who Is This Man? Part 19

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Jesus’ resources are infinite when it comes to meeting your needs. If you are in need of prayer, let our Prayer Team know by contacting prayer@forestlakechurch.org Connect with the Warehouse Community at Forest Lake church on Facebook, on Instagram or at www.warehouse.community Sermon video is available on YouTube Live services weekly from the sanc…

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Ep. 218: Dr. Alp Aslandogan. How does secular society impact our faith lives? 27:45

7d ago27:45

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Dr. Alp Aslandogan joins Steve for a conversation about his personal journey from Turkey to the U.S., his experiences with interfaith interactions, and how he integrates faith, science, and art under his belief in God. Dr. Alp reflects on faith, love, and compassion, as well as his commitment to fostering interfaith dialogue and understanding in se…

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Ep. 217: Dr. Carmela Javellana. How can we understand suffering? 28:23

17d ago28:23

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Carmela Javellana chats with Steve about the importance of crisis as an opportunity for growth and the universal nature of suffering. She shares how she came to Buddhism and the vibrant differences within Buddhism. Dr. Carmela Javellana is a volunteer assistant minister at the Salt Lake Buddhist Temple since 2010, which includes leading meditation …

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A Better Life: They That Mourn

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While we do need to examine our own hearts and our own lives, shouldn't we also mourn for others that aren't in a relationship with Jesus? If you are in need of prayer, let our Prayer Team know by contacting prayer@forestlakechurch.org Sermon video is available on YouTube and full service archives are available on Vimeo. Live services weekly from t…

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Who Is This Man? Part 18

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By looking to Jesus and the evidence of His identity as God’s Son, we can be encouraged even during difficult times. If you are in need of prayer, let our Prayer Team know by contacting prayer@forestlakechurch.org Connect with the Warehouse Community at Forest Lake church on Facebook, on Instagram or at www.warehouse.community Sermon video is avail…

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Ep. 216: Anne Snyder. How do we revitalize Christianity? 28:25

10d ago28:25

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Anne Snyder, Editor-in-Chief of Comment Magazine, joins Steve for a conversation about public theology. Discover how faith can transcend individual congregations and touch communities, blending spiritual and secular efforts. Anne shares her unique perspective shaped by her childhood experiences in outside the US and discusses the significance of pu…

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Ep. 215: Scott Warren. How can I be a workplace apostle? 27:28

13d ago27:28

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Can I discuss faith at work? Does my faith fit into my job? In this episode Steve sits down with Scott Warren to discuss faith in the workplace. Scott Warren also tells his conversion story and how he, and his whole family, dove head first into organized religion. He explains how this changed every aspect of his life... including his place of work …

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A Better Life: Poor In Spirit

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Jesus says we must be humble in spirit if you want to have the divine blessedness that comes from a life with God. If you are in need of prayer, let our Prayer Team know by contacting prayer@forestlakechurch.org Sermon video is available on YouTube and full service archives are available on Vimeo. Live services weekly from the sanctuary at 8:45 or …

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Ep. 214: Rev. Debra and Dr. Welton Smith. Why should we answer God's call? 29:45

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Steven Kapp Perry speaks in-person with the Smiths. They each share how they were called to ministry and answered that call. They describe how to discern the voice of God in our lives, including how He has helped them and their children find a higher purpose. Dr. Welton Smith is the pastor of the Greater Evergreen Missionary Baptist Church in Las V…

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Ep. 213: Sam Wilkinson. Where do evolution and religion intersect? 28:29

25d ago28:29

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This week, Steve meets Sam Wilkinson, author of "Purpose: What Evolution and Human Nature Imply about the Meaning of Our Existence." They discuss the idea that knowledge, both in science and in religion, are ever expanding. They also explore the psychological connection between serving a greater cause and feeling joy.Samuel T. Wilkinson is Assistan…

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If God Handed You a Guidebook 6:01

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If God handed you a guidebook tailored for your specific life’s choices, would you follow it? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/presenttruthparents/message

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Just A Little Faith

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Faith is trusting that God can work in a situation regardless of how things seem on the surface If you are in need of prayer, let our Prayer Team know by contacting prayer@forestlakechurch.org Sermon video is available on YouTube and full service archives are available on Vimeo. Live services weekly from the sanctuary at 8:45 or 11:30 AM and 11:30 …

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Ep. 212: Antonia Tomao. How can I be an instrument in God's hands? 24:19

24d ago24:19

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In this episode of In Good Faith, Steven Kapp Perry speaks with Antonia Tomao. She shares a touching story of recovery from a brain tumor. During this difficult time, she learned to lean on God. After her recovery, she started a business to help others who are enduring a difficulty realize that they are not alone.Antonia is the CEO of Antonia’s Pro…

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Ep. 211: Jon Ogden. How do I teach my kids about religion? 31:25

27d ago31:25

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How do you teach kids spiritual values? How do you have conversations that increase their empathy with other religious traditions? Steve sits down with podcaster and curriculum developer Jon Ogden. Jon shares how his religious upbringing inspired him to create a method to help families practice spirituality by drawing on the world's wisdom literatu…

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Ep. 210: Susan Murphy. How do I wrestle with God? 30:04

1M ago30:04

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Why do bad things happen to good people? How can we wrestle with God in times of trial? In this episode of In Good Faith, Steve sits down with local friend Susan Murphy. The discussion follows her journey with Catholicism and Christianity. Susan Murphy shares what she has learned in helping victims of sexual assault and incest, and how religion can…

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Ep. 209: Philip Goldberg. How can I change my perspective on religion? 27:02

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Steve speaks with Philip Goldberg about spirituality and how it can affect our understandings of other religions. Never before has the spiritual landscape been as diverse and abundant as it is today. Philip explains his anti-religious upbringing, how he learned about Eastern traditions, and how hosting an interfaith podcast has changed his life.Phi…

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Live It Well

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Growing deeper with Jesus rather than being stagnant. If you are in need of prayer, let our Prayer Team know by contacting prayer@forestlakechurch.org Sermon video is available on YouTube and full service archives are available on Vimeo. Live services weekly from the sanctuary at 8:45 or 11:30 AM and 11:30 AM (Warehouse Community Contemporary Servi…

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Who Is This Man? Part 17

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Faith is trusting that God can work in a situation regardless of how things seem on the surface. If you are in need of prayer, let our Prayer Team know by contacting prayer@forestlakechurch.org Connect with the Warehouse Community at Forest Lake church on Facebook, on Instagram or at www.warehouse.community Sermon video is available on YouTube Live…

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Ep. 208: Father Elias Kabuk & Bishop Gregory Gordon. How can we protect religious freedom abroad? 29:51

1M ago29:51

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Steve sits down with Bishop Gregory Gordon and Father Elias Kabuk to discuss attacks on Catholics in Nigeria and what we can do about it, here in the US. This is a sobering interview that covers the recent history of Boko Haram in Western Africa, a terrorist group that has killed over 50,000 people in the last 20 years. Originally from Philadelphia…

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Ep. 207: Corey Nathan. How can we discuss core disagreements? 28:47

1M ago28:47

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This week on the In Good Faith podcast, Steve speaks with Corey Nathan, host of the "Talkin’ Politics and Religion Without Killin’ Each Other" podcast. Together, they discuss how we can have conversations with people who have different core values from us; even if we strongly disagree, we can have these deep, meaningful discussions. He even shares …

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A Message of the Empty Chair — Leslie Louis 1:26:15

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Elder Leslie D. Louis was born to missionary parents from India on the island of Ceylon (today known as Sri Lanka) where he spent most of his boyhood days. He holds a B.A. degree in religion from Southern Missionary College (1973), along with an M.A. in education from Andrews University (1982). He has served in five conferences in North America inc…

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Commissioning Service — Kathy Russell 1:50:17

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As a child, Kathy wanted to be a nurse. She completed her first year of nursing classes at Columbia Union College, while also taking voice lessons. By the end of that year, she felt called to be a music teacher. Kathy sang her first solo when she was five years old for Adult Sabbath School. Thanks to her parents, music education was an important pa…

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Hardcore Jude

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Five things people do to keep from growing spiritually. If you are in need of prayer, let our Prayer Team know by contacting prayer@forestlakechurch.org Sermon video is available on YouTube and full service archives are available on Vimeo. Live services weekly from the sanctuary at 8:45 or 11:30 AM and 11:30 AM (Warehouse Community Contemporary Ser…

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The Gospel Reflected in Marriage

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How is the good news of Jesus seen in a healthy marriage relationship? If you are in need of prayer, let our Prayer Team know by contacting prayer@forestlakechurch.org Connect with the Warehouse Community at Forest Lake church on Facebook, on Instagram or at www.warehouse.community Sermon video is available on YouTube Live services weekly from the …

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Second Worship Service — Let the Rain Fall — Alex Bryant 1:59:32

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Glenward Alexander (Alex) Bryant, inspired to ministry soon after joining the Seventh-day Adventist Church, solidified his calling through evangelism and teaching in Japan as a student missionary. With a BA in Theology and Business from Oakwood College, an M.Div from Andrews University, and a D.Min from Fuller Theological Seminary, he has served in…

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Sabbath School — Eric Walsh & David Wright 1:29:49

1M ago1:29:49

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Adult Sabbath School Welcome and Opening Prayer — David Wright Mount Pisgah and Fletcher Academies' Mission — Academy Representatives Special Music — Choirs from Mount Pisgah & Fletcher Academies Mission Report — Jimmy Shwe Mission Offering/Special Music — Jacqueline & Janae Walsh Lesson — Eric Walsh Closing Prayer — David Wright…

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First Worship Service — Let the Rain Fall — Alex Bryant 1:38:21

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Glenward Alexander (Alex) Bryant, inspired to ministry soon after joining the Seventh-day Adventist Church, solidified his calling through evangelism and teaching in Japan as a student missionary. With a BA in Theology and Business from Oakwood College, an M.Div from Andrews University, and a D.Min from Fuller Theological Seminary, he has served in…

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Ye Shall Receive Power— Alex Bryant 2:18:33

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Glenward Alexander (Alex) Bryant, inspired to ministry soon after joining the Seventh-day Adventist Church, solidified his calling through evangelism and teaching in Japan as a student missionary. With a BA in Theology and Business from Oakwood College, an M.Div from Andrews University, and a D.Min from Fuller Theological Seminary, he has served in…

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Education: Learning Styles vs. Learning Disabilities - Sandra Doran 1:22:29

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Sandra Finley Doran, Ed.D., enjoys presenting Revelation’s grace-filled messages to children of all ages. She has served as an educator, administrator, and writer for more than thirty-five years. She is well-known throughout the Southern Union for her work as Associate Superintendent of Education for the Florida Conference, where she trained educat…

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Crushing Debt and Wealth Management - Michael Harpe 1:17:01

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Michael Anthony Harpe, director of Stewardship Ministries at the North American Division, has devoted 32 years to ministry, including pastoral roles, education, and departmental leadership. With degrees in theology, biblical languages, mathematics, and a master's in homiletics and church growth, he has contributed significantly across various capac…

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The Sufficiency of Christ's Peace - Stephen Bauer 57:30

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Stephen (Steve) Bauer has been with the School of Religion since 1999, bringing extensive pastoral experience from suburban and inner-city settings. Inspired by his parents' faith, Steve is passionate about teaching righteousness by faith in Christ, emphasizing the urgency of living by faith as the end times approach. His Ph.D. focused on Darwinian…

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Reaching the World Next Door - Ricardo Palacios 1:12:52

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Ricardo Palacios currently serves as the Hispanic Ministries and Church Planting Coordinator for the Carolina Conference of Seventh-day Adventists. Originally from Ecuador, Ricardo has ministered over the past 30 years in various responsibilities, serving both South and North America, Southeast Asia, and West Africa. He is grateful to share life wi…

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Asking for the Holy Spirit - Ron Clouzet 1:11:16

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Ron E. M. Clouzet has served in various leadership roles within the Adventist Church, including pastor at East Ridge Church in Tennessee, ministerial secretary in the Northern Asia-Pacific Division, and director of the North American Division Evangelism Institute. With a rich educational background from La Sierra University, Andrews University, and…

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