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Aug 11, 2025
Do you know a young writer with a big imagination and a heart for God? We’re excited to announce our Kids Story Contest! Children and teens can submit a short story for a chance to be published in our 2026 magazine. Two categories are available: Each story should be 300–400 words and include a headshot. […]
Aug 11, 2025
True discipleship always begins with surrender. Jesus said this in Chapter 14 of Luke’s gospel: “Whoever does not renounce all that he has cannot be my disciple.” In a culture where following Christ is often reduced to church attendance, playlists full of worship songs and a convenient spiritual routine – the words of Jesus sound […]
Aug 11, 2025
PHILIPPINES – Fifteen believers from Blessed Hope Christian Fellowship (BHCF) in Cebu City, Philippines, publicly declared their faith through water baptism on Sunday, July 20, 2025, at El Nisio Events Place, Lapu-Lapu City. The ceremony was solemnly officiated by Pastor Jonathan Navacilla, BHCF senior pastor, who led the ceremony with prayers, encouragement and a message on the […]
Aug 05, 2025
MAINE – This year’s theme, “The Way Life Should Be: Blessed, Renewed, United” came to life at Lakeside Family Camp. Campers of all ages gathered for a week of worship, fellowship and renewal as they drew closer to God and one another. Rev. Dr. Glenn Rice led chapel services with devotions from the Sermon on […]
Aug 05, 2025
NEW HAMPSHIRE – This past weekend I had the opportunity spend some time at the Alton Bay Christian Retreat Center in Alton Bay, N.H. This year marks 162 years of continuous ministry for Alton Bay. The Second Advent Campmeeting held its first meeting on September 7, 1863, on land at Alton Bay overlooking Lake Winnipesaukee. […]
Aug 05, 2025
NORTH CAROLINA – Last week, during Family Camp at the Advent Christian Campground in Blowing Rock, NC, Missions Director Jeff Walsh led a missions class that took an unexpected and delightful turn on its first day. Campers were surprised by the arrival of two guests from halfway around the world, Ruth and Esther, young women […]
Aug 05, 2025
PHILIPPINES — As students across the Philippines returned to school in June, Agape House Ministries (AHMPI) made sure they didn’t do it empty-handed. Nearly 200 children in and around Mati received school supplies through the ministry’s back-to-school outreach, with plans to serve 100 more in the weeks ahead. In addition to distributing notebooks and pencils, […]
Jul 29, 2025
“Thanks be to God for his indescribable gift!” (2 Corinthians 9:15). Each fall, ACGC invites churches to take part in a special fundraising effort to bless those who serve Christ around the world — our missionaries and global ministry partners. Through Christmas in October, we have the opportunity to express our gratitude and encouragement with tangible […]
Jul 29, 2025
“In essentials unity, in non-essentials liberty, in all things charity.” — Rupertus Meldenius Over the last several weeks, we have published the results of our 2025 theological survey for Advent Christian pastors. The primary purpose of this survey was to gain an understanding of the theological positions held by our pastors. It had been more […]
Jul 28, 2025
What does it mean to be saved? To be justified? When I was younger, someone defined the word “justification” as being declared innocent, “just as if I’d never sinned.” This is a simplified definition of a complex theological truth, but at its core the definition still stands. For some, the core of the gospel is […]
Jul 22, 2025
TANZANIA – Pastors Johnson Odoyo and Amos Komanya arrived home from planting a new church in Mang’ola district and sent us the following, “We thank God for taking care of our families during our trip. Thank you too for your prayers. We have arrived home safely and found everyone fine.” This seems like a very […]
Jul 22, 2025
Apparently, there’s a new Superman movie currently in theaters. I have zero intention of seeing it anytime soon or commenting on its quality or messaging — I’m more of a Marvel guy. However, whenever I think about Superman, I can’t help but think of his one well-known weakness: Kryptonite. Superman is an apex superhero with […]
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Published quarterly, Witness Magazine is our flagship print publication. Content includes timely editorials, helpful stats, thought provoking features and news from our regions.
