Jesus promised the Holy Spirit—the representative of the God-head—to His disciples as part of His final instructions to the on the Thursday night before His cross and crucifixion (John 13). For Jesus, the Holy Spirit will be His “presence” in the world with His disciples (including all people beyond the first disciples). His Spirit will be their Comforter, Helper, and Transforming Agent (John 14,15). More importantly, the Holy Spirit will grow in them the fruit of discipleship—love.
When Sukeshinie Goonatilleke offered her services as a writer, she had no idea where God would lead her. Not only was she able to work with a world-wide ministry called Lineage, God also enabled her to author three books on heroes of faith in the Christian era. Join us as we discuss her work with Lineage and the incredible people she has had the privilege to write about––many of whom gave their lives for their faith. Could we be as faithful as they were?
This week Glynn Lock & Ron Keeler are back to finish their story of the history of Batuna, Solomon Islands. We learn about the local people who had no written language before the SDA Work began in their area but who, after only a few years of education, pioneered the printing and translation work. Marvel at what God was able to do with only a few honest hearted converts in such a short time.
What has the persecution of Jews in Spain and Portugal during the 1400s and 1500s got to do with the conversion of Dr Eddie Ramirez’s family? How did the granting of religious liberty cause a civil war? Join us as Dr Eddie takes us through some of the Ebenezer (remembrance) stories that led his ancestors to becoming Seventh-day Adventists.
Forgiveness is the main key to healing. It releases us from the slavery of anger and hate and brings us into harmony with God. Listen to Barry Gane as he tells his amazing and moving testimony and how forgiveness and forgiving set him free. He will give you practical ideas on how you can be set free too.
Thursday evening 7 pm session with Charissa Torossian.
The evidence for God’s existence is everywhere. If we seek Him, He has promised that we will find Him. God’s greatest desire is to have an eternal friendship with you.
Cedarvale is a Health & Lifestyle Retreat south of Sydney, NSW. Join us as Julie Higgins explains aspects of good health and how the staff seek to inspire people to make healthy choices for themselves and their families. They also have an accredited health training program for those who would like to learn how to help people through lifestyle medicine.
