Introduction: Who We Are and Why We Exist
Former Adventists Philippines (FAP) is more than a ministry. It's a Gospel-centered discipleship and apologetics movement birthed from the conviction that salvation is by grace alone through faith in Christ alone—not by works, law-keeping, or prophetic allegiance to Ellen White.
For years, many within the Seventh-day Adventist (SDA) system lived in spiritual fear, anxiety, and confusion. But by God’s grace, a new generation of believers has risen believers who have stepped out of Adventist legalism and into the freedom of the New Covenant. FAP exists to guide, disciple, and equip those coming out of Adventism into the fullness of the Gospel.
1. Our Identity: What Is FAP?
FAP is not a local church. We are a national discipleship ministry composed of former SDAs and transitioning members. We are committed to biblical theology, pastoral care, and robust apologetics.
We support two main groups:
Former SDAs now worshiping in Gospel-centered churches.
Questioning SDAs who are beginning to reevaluate Ellen White, the Sabbath, the Investigative Judgment, and SDA exclusivism.
We provide a safe and Scripture-based space for these individuals to process their journey and discover New Covenant life in Christ.
2. Our Mission: What We Do
“Expose the false doctrines of Adventism, proclaim the sufficiency of Christ, and disciple transitioning SDAs into gospel-centered, local church membership.”
We accomplish this through:
Discipleship and spiritual formation
Apologetics and polemics addressing SDA theology
Bible teaching and expositional preaching
Church partnerships and regional discipleship hubs
We equip former Adventists to understand:
The finished work of Christ
The role of the Mosaic law in redemptive history
The identity of the true church
The sufficiency of Scripture alone
The freedom and responsibility of the New Covenant believer
3. Our Vision: Where We’re Headed
“To see former Adventists across the Philippines rooted in the Gospel of grace, living within biblical churches, and equipped to disciple others in truth and love.”
Rooted in biblical doctrine
Growing in grace and truth
Active in the Great Commission
Partnering with churches of like faith
Defending the faith against false doctrines
We are raising up leaders, publishing resources, holding conferences, and training churches to reach SDAs with compassion and clarity.
4. Our Core Beliefs
Sola Scriptura: The Bible alone is our highest authority
Sola Gratia, Sola Fide, Solus Christus: Salvation is by grace alone, through faith alone, in Christ alone
Ellen G. White is not a prophetess, and her writings hold no divine authority
The Sabbath was a shadow, not a sign of end-time faithfulness (Col. 2:16-17)
The Gospel is Christ's finished work, not a mixture of law and grace
The true church is not a denomination, but the Body of Christ composed of all believers
5. A Word of Encouragement
If you are reading this and feel unsure, afraid, or even confused—you are not alone. Thousands of believers have left Adventism and found new life in Christ, not by joining another group, but by being united to Jesus by faith.
Let us walk with you. You are not leaving behind truth—you are leaving behind the shadows and finding the One who is Truth Himself.
"For freedom Christ has set us free; stand firm therefore, and do not submit again to a yoke of slavery." (Galatians 5:1)
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Together, we press forward in Christ—freed, forgiven, and forever His.
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