Our Goal (Mission):
To create a friendly and helpful group for people in the Philippines who used to be Adventists. We want to support each other as we move forward and talk openly and respectfully about our experiences.
What We Hope to Achieve (Vision):
To build a strong network where former Adventists in the Philippines can feel understood, connect with others, and find what they need to grow as individuals.
Through our mission and vision, we strive to honor Jesus Christ's great commission to make disciples, ensuring that all hear the gospel of salvation by grace alone.
FAP 28-Session Sabbath in Christ Free Weekly Seminar Online
Focus and Content:
Target Audience: The name suggests this Bible study is specifically designed for individuals who are former members of the Seventh-day Adventist (SDA) Church.
Duration: The 28 sessions are structured for an in-depth study held weekly on Saturdays from 10:00 to 11:00 AM.
Core Material: Using Pastor Dale Ratzlaff's Sabbath in Christ book as our guide indicates that we will likely focus on the theological distinctions between traditional Adventist Sabbath teachings and a more gospel-centered perspective. This study aims to help participants understand how the gospel of Jesus Christ transforms their lives, potentially contrasting this with legalistic interpretations or practices they may have encountered in their former faith.
Author's Background: Dale Ratzlaff, the author of Sabbath in Christ, is a significant figure in the former Adventist movement. His journey from being a fourth-generation Adventist pastor and Bible teacher within the SDA church to becoming a critic of some of its core doctrines, particularly the investigative judgment and the traditional understanding of the Sabbath, is central to his work. His organization, Life Assurance Ministries, and the Proclamation! magazine he founded are well-known resources for former Adventists seeking to understand the gospel from a different perspective. He passed away in January 2024.
Online Format: Being "online," the study will be held virtually, likely using Google Meet, making it accessible to participants across the Philippines.
Upon completing the online Bible study program, participants will be awarded a Certificate of Completion. Subsequently, FAP will endorse them to nearby Bible-believing and Christ-centered born-again Christian churches for ongoing nurturing, discipleship, and baptism.
Seventh-day Adventists Answered Verse-by-Verse Apologetics Course
This course is another offering from FAP (Former Adventists Philippines). This 3-month course focuses on providing detailed, verse-by-verse responses to the apologetics commonly used by Seventh-day Adventists in defense of their doctrines.
Here's a breakdown of what this course entails:
Focus: Equipping participants with the knowledge and skills to address specific Bible verses often cited by Adventists to support their theological positions. This suggests a direct and detailed engagement with Adventist interpretations of scripture.
Duration: The course spans three months, indicating a commitment to in-depth learning and discussion.
Materials: The Php 2,000 registration fee covers the cost of the course, including a syllabus outlining the topics and a collection of PDF ebooks serving as learning resources.
Enrollment Requirement: The course will commence once a minimum of 3 to 5 individuals have registered, highlighting a need for a small group to foster interaction and discussion.
This course appears to be designed for those who want a more comprehensive and detailed understanding of how to biblically address Adventist theology, moving beyond the broader themes covered in the 12-session Bible study. It likely aims to equip participants with specific counter-arguments and interpretations of key scriptural passages.
Contact us for more inquiries:
Email: formeradventist.ph@gmail.com
Mobile#: 09695143944
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/formeradventistph
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