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I have been a Seventh-day Adventist for 36 years. I know this faith well. I can bring to light all the condemnations of the church based on false beliefs and accusations based on partial truth or ignorance.
Experience in the area
I was baptized an SDA when I was 12 years old. I have studied long and hard, not only on this belief system, but many others as well. The SDA church DOES NOT proclaim EGW as a prophet; however, and very sadly, there are those within the church that proclaim such untruth. Most of what EGW wrote was for the benefit of a particular person to whom she was addressing. Other writings were based on "new truth" discovered by not only her, but others that studied with her. Her "visions" are another story, and, well...that's a whole other area of debate. The Seventh-day Sabbath is not an OT "law," but it is part of the 10 Commandments. You can't do away with that...it is what it is. According to Hebrews 4:9, 10: "There remaineth therefore a rest to the people of God. For the one who has entered His rest has himself also rested from his works, as God did from His." It doesn't get any clearer than that.
Education/Credentials
As far a theological credentials, I do not have any. However, a piece of paper does not make one knowledgeable in an area of study. It is experience. I have over 36 years of experience.
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Recent Reviews from Users
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| JO | 11/02/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Catherine, Thank you so much for answering ..... |
| JO | 11/02/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you for your answer.I agree ..... |
| Thomas | 10/26/09 | 7 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks for the quick response. I don't ..... |
| Thomas | 10/25/09 | 8 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks for the quick response. |
Recent Answers from Catherine Michele
2009-11-02 holidays birthdays:
Actually, by participating in such a holiday it may make all too clear whose side you're on. It is difficult for me as I do not celebrate this holiday, but my grown children do. I cannot demand that
2009-11-02 holidays birthdays:
Yes, you're right. I hadn't thought about answering that one. Sorry! :-) Again, I cannot give you a reason as to why there isn't an official stand. I can say this; as an Adventist I do not celebrate
2009-11-02 holidays birthdays:
Jo: I cannot tell you why the SDA church does not have an "official" standing in regard to holiday's and birthdays. I do know that most of our church members do celebrate these days, but we celebrate
2009-10-25 sabbath among Christians:
Did you read any of the Bible verses, Thomas? They don't get any clearer that the Sabbath is for everyone and everyone kept the Sabbath that followed Christ. So, how can I be wrong? Please provide verses
2009-10-25 sabbath among Christians:
Hello, Thomas. Thank you for your question. This same question is asked many times, and the answer is still the same: "If ye love me, keep my commandments." Here are a few verses that specifically
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