Restore Podcast

For episode 64, we're dropping a special edition that was recorded during Florida Conference's Virtual Camp Meeting in April 2021. The theme, "Reconnect," was the panel discussion topic I led for the Sabbath School program.Over the course of the past year with the pandemic—and currently, to some extent—many people have felt, to various degrees, disconnected with their community. In some cases, that means disconnection from their church. So how do we reconnect?Dr. Derek Morris, President of Hope Channel International and keynote speaker for Virtual Camp Meeting 2021, takes part in the panel discussion along with Julie McLafferty, associate pastor at Forest Lake Church, and Gervon Marsh, Florida Conference Pastoral Ministries north area field associate, who has joined me on this podcast several times.I hope you will find this conversation helpful and hopeful as we seek to be more intentional in connecting and/or reconnecting with Jesus and the mission He's given to us as His followers.S

In episode 63, I have an amazing conversation with well-known pastor and evangelist Mark Finley. Mark has been a pastor and is perhaps most known for his time at It Is Written.In our conversation, we talk about his faith journey, evangelism in today's world, the power of the local church, and more. I know you will be blessed and challenged by this conversation.Show Notes/Links/ResourcesHopeLives365.com: main siteHopeLives365BibleStudy.com: training siteHopeLives365 on YouTubeLiving Hope Seventh-day Adventist Church on Facebook

In episode 62, I have a great conversation with our Florida Conference president, Allan Machado, D.Min. We discuss his faith journey, the many lessons he's learned over the course of that journey, specific lessons learned over the course of the past year, the future church, and more.Show Notes/Links/ResourcesFlorida Conference Administration

In episode 61, we have the new speaker/director of the media ministry Faith for Today. Pastor Roy accepted this new role after previously serving as an associate pastor at Loma Linda University Church. We had a great conversation about his life, future plans at Faith for Today, and his current project, Indestructible.Show Notes/Links/ResourcesIndestructible interactive series with Faith for Today partnering with local congregations.Faith for TodayWeb siteFacebookTwitterLifestyle MagazineWeb siteFacebookTwitterInstagramYouTubeRoy IceFacebookTwitter"Faith for Today," Restore episode 17 with Mike Tucker

Episode 60 of the Restore Podcast is in honor of Black History Month as we have a conversation about the art and beauty of the Black preaching tradition. I was blessed to speak with Dr. Hyveth Williams, professor of Homiletics at Andrews University Theological Seminary and senior pastor of The Grace Place Seventh-day Adventist Church, and Dr. Gervon Marsh who is part of our Pastoral Ministries team here at Florida Conference and holds a doctorate in preaching from Dallas Theological Seminary.There's so much that can be said about this incredible topic, and surely not everything is covered in this one conversation. I do hope and pray this episode, along with the links, will be a catalyst for you to continue exploring and listening to the art and beauty of Black preaching.Show Notes/Links/ResourcesBiographiesDr. Hyveth WilliamsThe Grace Place Seventh-day Adventist ChurchDr. Gervon MarshBooks and ArticlesBlack Preaching: The Recovery of Powerful Art by Henry H. MitchellThose Preaching Women: A Multicultural

In this special episode of the Restore Podcast, episode 59, we speak with the creators of the Humans of Adventism documentary. This documentary explores the lives of Seventh-day Adventism in everyday life within specific topics covered in each episode. In this conversation, we dig a bit behind the scenes and much more!Show Notes/Links/ResourcesHumans of Adventism web siteFacebookInstagramYouTubePatreonHumans of Adventism documentaryDevotional Series by Justin KhoeI'm Listening Series by Justin KhoeRestore Podcast Episode 24 with Justin KhoeApple Podcast linkRestore Podcast Episode 30 with Kaleb EiseleApple Podcast link

In episode 58, our first for 2021, I had a great conversation with practicing psychologist and leadership coach Dr. Nick Howard who has helped pastors, leaders, and anyone who has come his way to flourish through God's grace.With about 20 years of experience in this field, Dr. Howard brings a wealth of first-hand knowledge—both practical and theoretical. I hope this conversation is helpful and hopeful to those who listen and that it will encourage you, unashamedly, if needed to seek professional help if you are struggling in any way with mental health issues and/or wanting a coach for your life.Show Notes/Links/ResourcesContact Dr. Nick HowardFinish Well Group Web SiteValues and Vision WorkA Psychological Pandemic ~USA TodayBook: Strengthening the Soul of Your Leadership: Seeking God in the Crucible of Ministry by Ruth Haley BartonBook: The Emotionally Healthy Leader: How Transforming Your Inner Life Will Deeply Transform Your Church, Team, and the World by Peter Scazzero

In episode 57, I talk with Dr. Derek Morris, president of Hope Channel International, a television network of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. Dr. Morris has held several roles in the Adventist Church. He has pastored and also taught for many years at Southern College (now Southern Adventist University). He has served as president of Hope Channel since 2016.Dr. Morris and I talk in this episode about Hope Channel's growth, its current plans, and trajectory in the digital age. We also speak about his faith journey, preaching, miracles, and more.Show Notes/Links/ResourcesHope ChannelHope Channel on FacebookHope Channel on InstagramHope Channel on TwitterHope Channel Contact InfoHope Channel Bible Study SiteFree Powerful Biblical Preaching eBookUse coupon code POWERFUL (all capitals)Code is only valid for eBook

A short devotional thought on giving thanks in the midst of this crazy, unprecedented 2020 year.  I pray it will bless you!Show Notes/Links:Henry Smith (Wikipedia page)Don Moen (YouTube): Give Thanks

In episode 55, we have Pastor Tara VinCross from Azure Hills Church in California. Pastor Tara talks about her faith journey and her recently released book on discipleship: Deep Calling: On Being and Growing Disciples.On Being and Growing Disciples is a wholistic discipleship movement—discipleship and disciple-making that emphasizes a life-long process, not a destination. It's about making space for God in the every day, bearing witness to transformation in the ordinary. It's about knowing truth and experiencing truth. It's about learning to listen to the voice of God in your own, precious life. It's about satisfying your longing with the only One who can satisfy your soul. All are invited. All are welcome to answer the deep call of God.I hope this conversation will bless and encourage you to go and make disciples!Show Notes/Links/ResourcesBio for Tara VinCrossDeep Calling book and resources from AdventSourceDeep Calling book in Kindle or paperback from Amazon

In episode 54, we continue with part 3 of our tithing series featuring North American Division CFO/Treasurer Randy Robinson. We discuss how tithe is distributed at the Union, Division, and General Conference levels of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. Along with valuable information regarding tithe distribution, you will find Randy's heart for mission at the center of his role.Show Notes/Links/ResourcesBio for Randy RobinsonAugust 2020 Tithe Report (PDF)Index of all available past reports

On episode 53, we talk with Frank Hasel, Ph.D., an associate director at the Adventist Biblical Research Institute, and Michael Hasel, Ph.D., professor of Near Eastern Studies and Archaeology at Southern Adventist University. They were the authors of the second quarter 2020 Sabbath School lesson, "How to Interpret Scripture." We pray this in-depth conversation will be helpful and hopeful as we encourage you to engage with the Word of God.Show Notes/Links/ResourcesBio for Dr. Michael HaselBio for Dr. Frank HaselLiving for God: Reclaiming the Joy of Christian Virtue book by Frank HaselAdventist Book CenterAmazonAdventist Biblical Research InstituteA Thousand Shall Fall: The Electrifying Story of a Soldier and His Family Who Dared to Practice Their Faith in Hitler's Germany book by Susi Hasel MundyAdventist Book CenterAmazonSecond quarter 2020 Sabbath School lesson, "How to Interpret Scripture."Adventist Book Center (hard copy purchase)Amazon (Kindle eBook purchase)Adult Bible Study Guid

On episode 52, we welcome back Ty Gibson, author, speaker, director of Light Bearers ministry, and pastor at Storyline Church in Eugene, Oregon. He recently released his newest book, The Heavenly Trio: Exploring the Views of Ellen White and the Early Adventist Pioneers Regarding the Trinity.For any leader or church member who has questions regarding our Church's past and current understanding of the doctrine of the trinity, or simply wants to dig deeper into this fascinating topic, this is not only a must-listen conversation, but also a must-read book.Show Notes/Links/ResourcesLightbearers Ministry: lightbearers.orgStoryline Church: storyline.churchOfficial Statement On the Trinity: adventist.org/beliefs/fundamental-beliefs/god/trinityThe Heavenly Trio Book: Adventst Book Center or AmazonThe Sonship of Christ Book: Adventist Book Center or AmazonCamp Meeting Sermon Series—The End: YouTube PlaylistTeaching Series—Early Adventists and Social Justice: YouTube PlaylistTy Gibson on Twitter: twitter.com/tyfgib

Episode 51 is part 2 of a series we started on tithing in the Adventist Church. Part 1 was episode 45 with Dr. Jud Lake titled, "Brief History and Theology of Tithing in the Adventist Church." In this part 2 episode, we feature Elisa Rahming, Florida Conference Treasurer/CFO, explaining how tithe is distributed and used in a local conference. We hope this series will be informative and helpful in explaining how tithing is used.Show Notes/Links/ResourcesAre We Suing Ourselves? article by Elisa RahmingAdventistGiving.orgNorth American Division Tithe and Offering Reports

On our 50th episode, we were privileged to have Pastor Seth Yelorda from Relove Seventh-day Adventist church in California. This is a power-packed conversation in which you will be blessed and challenged, and hopefully compelled to share so others will be as well. Pastor Seth is passionate about helping pastors, leaders, and churches have vision clarity for themselves and their organizations.Show Notes/Links/ResourcesRelove Church: relove.churchVision Clarity: visionclarity360.comVision Clarity YouTube: youtube.com/petersethTwitter: @sethyelordaFacebook: facebook.com/BridgeSolutionsLLC

Episode 49 features a conversation with Calvin B. Rock who has been a major leadership voice in the Seventh-day Adventist Church for more than six decades as a pastor, church administrator, and writer. He was president of Oakwood College (now Oakwood University) from 1971-1985, and general vice president of the General Conference from 1985 until his retirement in 2002.He has been an active participant in North American Adventism's continuing discussions of race relations. He holds a BA degree in theology from Oakwood University, an MA in sociology from the University of Detroit, and both a D.Min. and Ph.D. degree in religious ethics from Vanderbilt University. He is the author or editor of ten books.In his retirement in Las Vegas, Nevada, he returned to active pastoring and has a heart for helping the Church better understand the full meaning of the righteousness of Christ.Bio from Rock's book, Protest & Progress, link below.Show Notes/Links/ResourcesBook: Protest & Progress: Black Seventh-d

Pastor Dan Jackson has served the Seventh-day Adventist Church for nearly 50 years. The last ten years, he has faithfully served as North American Division president. For episode 48 of the Restore Podcast, we bring this in-depth interview discussing his life journey, mission, Church restructure, retirement, and more.Show Notes/Links/ResourcesBio: nadadventist.org/nad_directory/staff/Daniel-R-Jackson

With the ongoing pandemic we are all dealing with, mental health issues have been rising. As important as it is to deal with our physical body, it is also important to promote mental and emotional health.Practicing psychologist Annie Perez and family and marriage therapist Candy DeVore dive into this utmost important topic with practical tools and advice for everyone.This is a must-listen episode, and we pray that it will be helpful and hopeful for such a time as this.Show Notes/Links/ResourcesCONTACT INFODr. Annie Perez: annie.perez@floridaconference.comCandy DeVore: cdevore@forestlakechurch.orgWEB LINKSFree Guide To Living With Worry And Anxiety Amidst Global UncertaintyChildMin.org - Excellent resource for articles with very doable and applicable toolsHow to Avoid Passing Anxiety on To Your KidsWhat to Do (and Not Do) When Children Are AnxiousAnxious Stomach Aches and HeadachesDon't Just Avoid the Virus—Defeat It by Strengthening Your ImmunityPDF DOCUMENTSTalking to children about coronavirus (British

What does the Bible say, if anything, about going through a pandemic such as COVID-19? Is it a sign of the end? This question and so much more with well-respected biblical scholar Dr. Jonathan Paulien of the Loma Linda University School of Religion.Though we are living in uncertain times, we are certain that God is still on the throne and in control. Our trust is in Him. We are praying for you and we pray this episode will be a blessing to you during these unprecedented times.Show Notes/Links/ResourcesCoronavirus and Prophecy on The Battle of Armageddon blog: revelation-armageddon.com/2020/03/corona-virus-and-prophecyJonathan Paulien, Ph.D., bio: religion.llu.edu/faculty/faculty-profiles#paulienWikipedia page: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jon_PaulienGod's Prophetic Surprises on LLBN TV: llbn.tv/gps

In 2016, the Seventh-day Adventist Church surpassed $1 billion in tithe collected. It's an amazing amount when we ponder from where we came and how the concept of tithing began and evolved within the Church.So, with episode 45, we begin a series of episodes on tithing within our denomination. It's our hope you will not only find them informative, but you will be inspired and amazed how God has worked through the faithfulness of His people to spread the gospel of Jesus Christ in fulfilling the mission given to us to let the world know Jesus is coming soon.Show Notes/Links/ResourcesThe History and Use of Tithe (from Ellen White Estate)Tithe and Offering Resources from North American Division Stewardship DepartmentIn Search of the Store HouseIn almost every discussion of tithing, the question of where the tithe should be sent comes up. The following paper (Adobe PDF link) prepared by G. Edward Reid looks at the storehouse question from several points of view, coming to a concise answer for today’s Chri