Is the Former Adventists Philippines Really "Attacking" the Seventh-Day Adventist Church? Let’s Clear This Up!

We’ve been hearing some interesting things lately — especially from some of our beloved Seventh-day Adventist (SDA) friends who think that Former Adventists Philippines (FAP) exists just to badmouth or destroy the SDA church. Some even accuse us of “sinisiraan lang ang iglesia” or “lumalaban sa bayan ng Diyos.”

Well, let’s talk about this honestly and openly. It’s about time we clarify a few myths and give helpful tips to our SDA friends para hindi sila agad mapaniwala sa haka-haka.

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FAP’s Ministry Is About the Gospel, Not Grudges

First off, Former Adventists Philippines was created not to destroy but to reach out — to help those who, like us, had honest questions about SDA teachings and found biblical answers outside of it. FAP exists because we care enough to tell the truth, especially about doctrines we once believed and preached ourselves.

When we explain the errors in the SDA’s Investigative Judgment, Sabbath requirements, or Ellen G. White’s prophetic claims, it’s not out of bitterness — it’s about faithfully standing for the biblical gospel. Wala kaming galit sa mga tao. What we reject are the teachings we’ve seen to be unbiblical after careful study.

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Correction Is Not the Same as Destruction

To our SDA friends: There’s a big difference between attacking people and correcting wrong ideas.

Even Jesus and the apostles publicly corrected the Pharisees and false teachers in their time, not because they hated them, but because they cared for the souls of people being misled. The Bible commands believers to “contend for the faith that was once for all delivered to the saints” (Jude 3).

When FAP points out where the SDA doctrines go against Scripture, it’s part of our Christian duty. Hindi ito siraan — it’s loving correction. And just like how SDAs preach against Catholicism, Born-Again churches, or other faiths they disagree with, FAP also has the freedom and responsibility to explain why we left and what the Bible truly teaches.

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Tips for SDAs to Avoid Misunderstanding FAP

Dear SDA friends, here are some friendly reminders when you encounter FAP materials:

1. Listen to understand, not to react.
   Don’t assume agad that we’re attacking you personally. Listen to what’s actually being said, and check it against your Bible.

2. Separate people from teachings.
   We’re not against you as individuals. We’re addressing specific doctrines, and those can be examined without getting offended.

3. Check your church history honestly.
   Before accusing others of “attacking the church,” remember how early Adventists spoke against other denominations, too. Even Ellen White herself had sharp words for other faiths. If they had the right to do it for what they believed was the truth, so do we.

4. Use open dialogue, not defensive blocking.
   When people leave the SDA and share their reasons biblically, it deserves a fair hearing. Shouting “naninira kayo!” only shows insecurity in one’s own position.

5. Remember, Truth doesn’t fear examination.
   If your beliefs are truly biblical, you have nothing to fear from open, respectful dialogue.

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Conclusion: Let’s Talk Like Family

FAP isn’t here to mock, insult, or destroy anyone. We’re here to lovingly challenge and invite people to see the freedom of the gospel found in Christ alone, not in legalistic systems or man-made doctrines.

To our SDA friends: We were once like you. And it’s because we care about you that we dare to speak. Truth can stand examination. Falsehood fears it. So let’s talk, let’s reason, and let’s examine the Scriptures together.

No name-calling. No fear-mongering. Just honest, Bible-based conversation.

For more inquiries, contact us:

Email: formeradventist.ph@gmail.com

Website: formeradventistph.blogspot.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/formeradventistph

Phone: 09695143944