Elder's Digest Podcast

What made Stephen’s unwavering faith and radiant courage so powerful in the face of persecution? How did the martyrdom of the first Christian deacon shape the early church and Saul’s transformation? 

Abuse has no place in the body of Christ. This article calls church leaders to a sacred, biblical mandate: to protect children and vulnerable adults by fostering safe, nurturing, and accountable chur…

What is at the core of the Seventh-day Adventist message? This article powerfully reaffirms that Jesus Christ—not just as Savior but as the center of all doctrine—is the heart of our identity, missio…

What does true Christian hospitality look like—and why did Jesus use it at such critical moments in His ministry? This article explores biblical examples of hospitality, showing how meeting physical …

Can a single church model revolutionize how we think about evangelism, retention, and discipleship? Barandillas Church in Honduras shows how intentional care and involvement can transform a congregat…

What is the true condition of your heart—physically, emotionally, and spiritually? This editorial explores the wonder of the human heart and invites you to consider how your lifestyle, relationships,…

Preserving the harvest is just as vital as preparing, planting, and reaping. Discover how coordinated, united disciple-making—with every church member and ministry involved—can transform new believer…

Revival came to four churches in Manchester when every member became a mentor or a mentee. Discover how a bold discipleship strategy transformed struggling congregations into the fastest growing chur…

Baptism is just the beginning. Without intentional discipleship, many new Adventists drift away from the church. Discover practical steps churches can take to preserve the harvest by integrating, men…

The record-breaking evangelistic success of PNG for Christ—with over 300,000 baptisms—was no accident. It was the result of four years of prayer, planning, and Total Member Involvement. Discover how …

A well-timed, Spirit-led appeal can make the difference between conviction and commitment. Discover why appeals are essential and how local churches can be equipped to lead people to decisions for Ch…

The Euro-Asia Division is transforming evangelism with a bold goal: a Bible School in every church. Discover how this growing movement is leading thousands to Christ through personal and systematic B…

After preparing hearts and planting seeds of truth, the next vital step is cultivating interest through personal Bible studies. Every Adventist—regardless of background—can help lead others to Jesus …

Through literature, digital media, and everyday conversations, members of the Central California Conference are inviting neighbors to experience God’s love. From handing out The Great Controversy to …

When one piece of literature changed a Muslim couple’s life—and led to nine more baptisms—it showed the incredible power of planting spiritual seeds. This article highlights how literature, personal …

In the midst of war and loss, Adventist churches in Ukraine became places of refuge, healing, and spiritual awakening. By meeting urgent physical needs, they opened hearts to the gospel and built thr…

Before we can share the gospel effectively, we must first prepare the soil of people’s hearts—just like Jesus did. Discover how kindness, friendship, and service help us gain trust and make room for …

Witnessing is a spiritual battle that demands more than strategy—it requires surrender. Learn how prayer, communion with Jesus, and meditating on His Word are essential to prepare your heart for effe…

Global Total Member Involvement isn’t just about adding names to the church—it’s about engaging every member in the mission of making disciples. Learn how preparing, planting, cultivating, harvesting…

The mission of the church won’t be finished by pastors alone. Every member, every ministry, every level of leadership must work together—united and empowered by the Holy Spirit—to make disciples. Lea…