What Will Lead to End of the World
There is much speculation regarding the end of the world. Is there a Mark of the Beast? If so, when will the Mark of the Beast be Enforced? When will Probation close for mankind? When will God’s people be delivered? When is the Parousia, the Second Coming of Jesus Christ? What is the Great Controversy? […]
Religious Decline in America
New surveys show Americans’ membership in communities of worship has declined sharply in recent years, with less than 50% of the country belonging to a church, synagogue or mosque. Why it matters: The accelerating trend towards a more secular America represents a fundamental change in the national character, one that will have major ramifications for politics […]
America’s Decline in Spiritual Belief
The number of Americans who believe in God has dropped to the lowest level in the 78 years Gallup has asked the question, per a recent poll. Driving the news: 81% of U.S. adults say they believe in God — down 6 points from 2017. Belief in God dropped the most among young adults, liberals and […]
1919 Bible Conference: Exiting the General Conference Presidency
Written by: Gilbert M. Valentine Published In Spectrum Magazine: May 10, 2022 In this two-part article, Dr. Gilbert Valentine explores the particular circumstances surrounding the exit from office of General Conference presidents Daniells and Butler, and then surveys the circumstances involved in the exit of the other occupants of the office of GC president since […]
The Vatican, Pope Francis, Patriarch Kirill and President Putin’s Holy War in Ukraine
The Vatican says that Pope Francis would be willing to facilitate dialogue to help stop the war in Ukraine. A large majority of the Ukrainian population identifies as orthodox Christian and their religious leaders have publicly condemned the invasion. Sadly, Russian Patriarch Kirill openly supported Moscow’s invasion. This has splintered the worldwide Orthodox Church and […]
