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10 Questions for God Grade 10-TertiaryConsider 10 big questions with answers from a Biblical worldview from Christian apologist Grenville Kent. -
A Biblical Perspective on the Philosophy of Science Tertiary-Lifelong"Modern science began in Christian Europe, and many great scientists in past centuries viewed their scientific work as thinking God’s thoughts after Him. This attitude toward science and religion went into a serious decline, until it seemed that... -
A Biblical-Christian Approach to Teaching Philosophy of Science - A Proposal Tertiary-LifelongThomas proposes a course in Philosophy of Science. "The Philosophy of Science class is an earnest effort to instill in our students faith and a desire to search the scriptures and find truth." This paper was presented at the 26th Institute of Christian... -
A Call to Nurture Resilient Faith in Adventist Education Kindergarten-Tertiary"Adventist educators and education professionals must prepare students to face a secular world that is increasingly and openly hostile to Christianity. Our Adventist schools must address how we prepare students to face this secular world independently... -
A Christian Approach to Biology Tertiary-LifelongGibson discusses how biology "touches our lives in important ways-- ranging from molecular biology to principles of health, and from the diversity of plants and animals to concern for the environment. But the philosophical context in which these topics... -
A Christian View of Sex Tertiary-LifelongSociety’s attitude toward sex has swung from one extreme to another. Bacchiocchi shares seven principles from a biblical perspective on how to relate to sex. -
A Creation Perspective on Economics, Ecology and Environment Tertiary-LifelongFisher considers how many features of society (economics) and religion have affected nature in a drastic way. He looks specifically at Christians and ways they can change. -
A Journey of Faith and Science Grade 11-LifelongThe author, currently an assistant professor of medicinal chemistry, has "found that though the conflict between faith and science may occasionally strain friendships, and has strained several of mine over the years, there is no logical tension between... -
A Proposal for Adventist Christian Education - From Rhetoric to Reality Tertiary-LifelongCoupland unpacks the fundamental ideas behind the statement "True education is the harmonious development of the physical, mental and spiritual powers." Coupland points out the areas where the statement hasn't been fulfilled in Adventist education.... -
Abraham Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs - A Christian Perspective Preschool-LifelongPfeifer encourages Christians to think critically and to take the challenge of education seriously. He notes that "an examination of Maslow's hierarchy of needs theory can provide an example of Christian scholarship at work." This paper was presented... -
Adventists and Fiction - Another Look Grade 9-TertiaryMoncrieff talks about factual and fictional writing. He covers several key arguments and includes information about Ellen White's writing and the Bible in regards to fiction. -
Affirming Our Position on Creation Tertiary-LifelongResponding to ongoing discussions in the church, the president of the General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists urges Adventists to look to Scripture as the validity of their faith as it relates to origins. -
After the Wedding Comes a Marriage TertiaryNancy Van Pelt talks about married life and some of the challenges couples face after the wedding. She offers several suggestions to help maintain a happy home. -
Altered Consciousness - Near-Death Episodes, and Mystical Experiences Tertiary-LifelongWhat are we to make of the claims of altered consciousness, near-death episodes, and after-death experiences? A current survey and a biblical critique. -
American Patriots Interdisciplinary Unit Grade 5-Grade 8"American Patriots presents an interdisciplinary unit incorporating the Christian perspective of early American History. Activities are designed for small group use - as well as individual projects." -
Animals and Humans - Are They Equal? Tertiary"Are humans and animals equal? Animal rights advocates would say yes. Others would say that there are essential differences between the two. What is the Christian stand? Does the Bible say anything on the issue?" -
Another Look at the Battle of the Sexes Tertiary"In many societies an uncertainty seems to grip men and women as to their roles. On the one hand, women, having won their right to the workplace after being excluded for centuries, feel stressed out from the pressures of trying to be "superwoman"--breadwinner,... -
Apologetics Without Apology - Developing Arguments for the Existence of God from Business and Economics Grade 12-LifelongThis paper suggests ways for the business practitioner to participate in Christian apologetics. Apologetics is defined and its purpose and tasks described. The author makes a case for the importance of Christian apologetics and introduces several tactics... -
Are Christian Schools Really Christian? Perceptions of Final Year Pre-service Teachers in Australia Grade 9-Grade 12“Final year pre-service teachers at a private provider of Christian higher education were surveyed to discover their perceptions of the special character of a wide spectrum of Australian Christian faith-based schools. . . . The results indicated that... -
Are the Bible and Science in Conflict? Grade 7-TertiaryCan both science and Scripture be believed? This article explores how a Christian who is also a scientist relates to this issue. Section headings include: Experimental and Historical Science, Different Types of Bible Passages, Natural and Supernatural Explanations,... -
Artificial Intelligence - Can Machines Think? TertiaryThe attempt to emulate human intelligence raises ethical questions. Christianity and science have disagreed over this issue for many centuries. So how should a Christian respond? Scripture provides principles which can help us evaluate potential consequences... -
Audacity Personified - Leading With Hope, Searching for Truth(s) Tertiary-Lifelong"This article examines the theme of hope within the context of my own spiritual positionality and my philosophical journey during a graduate course in Philosophy of Education—a course that I was completing as Barack Obama transitioned from presidential... -
B F Skinner's Theory and Education - A Christian Critique Tertiary-LifelongTayo looks at the life of behavioral psychologist Skinner and the circumstances that shaped his idea. Tayo goes on to examine Skinners' theoretical framework as it relates to education. Lastly, Tayo sets forth a "Christian response to the theory as it... -
Biblically Integrated Music Lessons Grade 7-Grade 8Two classroom music lessons for junior high students demonstrate how to teach from a biblical worldview, integrating faith in the learning experience, including authentic assessments through service learning. The accompanying powerpoint presents the themes... -
Brain and Mind - A Christian Perspective Tertiary-LifelongKoh looks at "the philosophical questions revolving around the mind-brain relationship which challenge the Christian to consider the human brain from the standpoint of the human person, and the person from the standpoint of God's purposes." This... -
Can Reality Be Understood Without God? Tertiary-Lifelong"Only through philosophical and rational education, argued Plato, could anyone escape the cave and ascend into the world of sunlight, that is, reality as it truly is. However apt (or crude) Plato’s metaphor, what if indeed we could slip out, and... -
Can We Believe in Miracles? Tertiary-LifelongThis article is responses to a reader's question about rectifying his spiritual beliefs with what he's learning as a science student. -
Career in the Marketplace - Is It Appropriate for a Christian? Grade 11-Tertiary"All settings where productive and legitimate service can be provided are valued in the Bible so long as each endeavor is pursued in a manner that honors God." -
Carl Roger's View of Personal Wholeness - An Evaluation and Critique from a Christian Perspective Tertiary-LifelongLamberton identifies and compares Christianity and humanistic psychology, which are "two conceptions of meaning that have been especially influential in contemporary culture." This paper was presented at the 10th Institute of Christian Teaching. -
Celebrating Paradoxes in Christian Leadership Grade 12-LifelongThis article explores fundamental paradoxes of leadership. -
Challenged - Christian Ethics in Life and Business Grade 11-LifelongIn a world where integrity is continually tested, this book will help you live in harmony with God’s standards for ethics and integrity. -
Christians and Homosexuality - Awareness, Understanding, and Healing Tertiary-LifelongAfter hearing “too many desperate, heartbreaking cries in the wilderness of our church to ignore”, Blake felt it was his duty, all of our duty, to alleviate suffering and to generate awareness, spawn understanding, and foster healing where we can,... -
Christians and War Grade 5-TertiaryShould Christians participate in war? What is the church's position? -
Christians Versus Culture Tertiary"We are in the world, a world that God loves, and a world in which we have a mission. And yet we are not of this world, and we should guard against falling in love with this world...."In a broad sense, culture may be defined as the beliefs, values,... -
Civics & Government Unit - Identifying Rules and Laws and Why They Exist Grade 1-Grade 2This integrated thematic unit is designed to help students identify rules and laws and why they exist. The Biblical perspective on order and interrelationships is woven through active learning experiences in Bible, Handwriting, Spelling, Math, Fine Arts, Social... -
Creation and a Logical Faith Tertiary-LifelongEd Christian talks about believing in creation as an important aspect of having faith in Christ. -
Data and Interpretation - Knowing the Difference Tertiary-Lifelong"Scientists are fairly confident that they know what they are doing. However, especially in the area of origins, science alone cannot assess the complete database because the scientific approach does not consider the possibility of supernatural involvement... -
Dialogue Editorial - Mountain Shrines Tertiary"Christianity is more than a shrine. It is a lifelong calling, a forever commitment." -
Dialogue Editorial - Waiting and Hoping Tertiary-Lifelong"While Christian life is one of waiting linked to hope, the fulfillment of this often seems to take too long a time, and the process seems to raise anxiety, engender questions, test patience, and sometimes foster doubts. Yet in biblical perspective, waiting... -
Dialogue Editorial: Be Not Pretenders Tertiary-LifelongThe editor encourages her readers to live as the children of God they are. -
Dimensions of the Integration of Faith and Learning - A Sociological Perspective Tertiary-LifelongMatthews notes a need for greater clarity in the meaning of the integration of faith and learning. To advance the discourse of the meaning of faith/learning integration Matthews looks at this concept through the lens of sociologists. This paper was... -
Dinosaurs - Questions Christians Ask Grade 6-LifelongHow do dinosaurs fit into a biblical worldview? What appears to be a rather simple question becomes quite complex when addressing the issues inherent in it. The author examines these issues by answering several questions including: Did dinosaurs really exist?... -
DNA and Design Grade 11-Lifelong"There is beauty, complexity, elegance and efficiency in the choice of DNA as the medium for storing genetic information, and the information itself is amazing. Some of what we know about genomes fits well with the thesis of common ancestry and Darwinian... -
Editor’s Perspective: Saturating Minds and Hearts with Scripture Grade 12-LifelongThis article, written by a Seventh-day Adventist business scholar, introduces the reader to the concept of "faith integration" in business. -
Ellen White on the Search for Knowledge and the Experience of Salvation - Why They Must Go Together Tertiary-LifelongFortin draws on Ellen White's writings in the context written to explore warnings regarding the search for knowledge and truth, and the importance of steadfastness to Adventist teachings. He concludes that "[s]cholarship and teaching must always be directed... -
Endowments - One Perspective Tertiary-LifelongDavidson weighs the pros and cons of building endowments, reflecting on biblical principles and the philosophy of Adventist education. -
Enlightenment and the Christian Worldview - One's Perspective Makes All the Difference Tertiary"Many theological pitfalls in the Christian community might be avoided if we understood the worldview in which they are rooted." -
Experimenting on Humans - A Christian Perspective Tertiary-Lifelong"Christians have an obligation to adhere to a higher standard of conduct as they seek to expand the horizons of science while living out their faith. This obligation raises some significant issues: reasons for such research, moral cautions, choosing the... -
Exploring the Fundamental Paradox of Being an Organizational Leader Grade 12-LifelongThis paper, written by a Seventh-day Adventist business scholar, explores a fundamental, universally experienced leadership tension of caring for the needs of the individual and caring for the needs of the organization. The paper draws a distinction between... -
Exploring Worldviews - A Framework Kindergarten-Grade 12"In an educational environment where multicultural and multi-faith classrooms have become the norm, it is essential that teachers are aware of, and are knowledgeable about contemporary worldviews. This article provides a general framework for exploring... -
Factors that Characterize the Reality of Lasallian Association in Latin America and Spain Grade 7-TertiaryThis research is framed within the broad current that the Lasallian world is experiencing around the concept and the experience of association. The study focuses its attention on some indicators that can classify Lasallians into groups, according to their... -
Faith, Reason, and Choice - Loving God with All Our Mind Tertiary-LifelongRasi presents "a brief survey of the options available in considering issues of faith and reason, reviews key biblical passages on the subject, suggests how believers can deal with questions and doubts, and proposes ways in which thoughtful Christians... -
Faith-Science Issues - An Epistemological Perspective Tertiary-LifelongZinke does not argue against the use of reason and science, nor does it deny the validity of understanding the structure of our existence. But it does speak against rationalism, empiricism, existentialism, and any other form of humanism that makes some aspect... -
Following Jesus Unreservedly Grade 11-Lifelong"Institutions of higher education entice us with promises of excellence and distinction, and the opportunity to change the world through the acquisition of knowledge. Jesus’ model is drastically different: Come. Follow Me. Be nothing. And I will... -
Footprints in the Sands of Time Tertiary-Lifelong"How should science relate to ideas that seem unusual, outrageous, or simply absurd?" -
Formative and Transformative Assessment - The Formal Examination in Christian University Education Tertiary-LifelongThis article presents some reflections on the formal examination and its importance for the integral formation of the student, from the perspective provided by the philosophy of Christian education. Starting from the awareness of the purpose of Christian education,... -
Fossils - The story they tell us Tertiary-Lifelong"What story do fossils, including those found in South America, tell us? They speak of catastrophic burial by water in many areas of the world, thus contradicting the uniformitarian model. A growing number of modern geologists concur with this view, although... -
Freedom and Nationalism - A Pauline Perspective TertiaryHerold Weiss talks about Paul's prospective of the freedom through Christ, the ultimate freedom, and freedom and the body of Christ. He concludes with denationalization - Paul's theological legacy. -
Fruit of the Spirit - Dig Deeper Questions Grade 5-Grade 8NOTE: This resource corresponds with the previously used NAD Bible curriculum, not the Encounter program. Additional questions created to accompany the religion textbook, Fruit of the Spirit, formerly used in the North American Adventist... -
God and History - Interpreting Contemporary Events from a Christian Perspective Tertiary-LifelongSibanda believes that "in as much as the atheists have developed their own interpretation of historical events, which is compatible with their worldview, Christians should also interpret contemporary events according to their worldview." This... -
Graffiti On Our Hearts Tertiary-Lifelong"God wants to inscribe within the depths of our lives the ultimate expression of love. His law is not simply a list of duties. As we develop in the joy of loving God and our fellow human beings, we find that it is a way of life. Now that is a life-changing... -
Halloween - Should We Celebrate? 0-2 years-Lifelong"The history of Halloween reveals that its celebration has no root in God’s Word. Its pagan origin and practices seem to have been forgotten today and made light of." -
Heroes with a Mission Unit Kindergarten-Grade 8"The Pathways theme of this unit is Heroes. The concept that we have chosen to emphasize is being a hero at home and abroad. The students will define and gain an understanding of what it means to be a hero, how they can recognize everyday heroes around... -
Honorable in Business - Business Ethics from a Christian Perspective Grade 11-Lifelong"How can one be a Christian in the world of business, not just on the weekend? How can one be honorable in business? Through the integration of the Christian worldview and business ethics, this book provides Christians with a mental framework with which... -
I Am a Millionaire – and Much More! Tertiary-Lifelong“Don’t hoard treasure down here where it gets eaten by moths and corroded by rust or – worse! – stolen by burglars …. It’s obvious, isn’t it? The place where your treasure is, is the place you will most want... -
In our own image? Ethics and human cloning Tertiary-LifelongZuccarelli and Winslow talk about animal clones and the cloning process, as well as a Christian view on cloning humans. -
In the Beginning - How to Interpret Genesis 1 Tertiary-Lifelong"With such beauty, majesty, and simplicity begins the Genesis account of Creation. Yet an analysis of Genesis chapter 1 is not as simple and straightforward as a casual reading of the biblical text may suggest. Modern interpretation of biblical cosmogony... -
Innovative Americans Grade 3-Grade 8"They were not citizens; they were slaves. They were not supposed to be knowledgeable; yet they were creative. Who were they? African American Innovators! This unit will explore the contributions these unique men and women have made to improve the lives of people in their time and in today's society." -
Integrite Grade 9-LifelongIntégrité is a journal published semiannually by the Faith and Learning Committee and the Humanities Division of the Missouri Baptist University. -
Is God Coming to Campus Too? Thoughts on the Distinctive Features of Adventist Higher Education TertiaryThis article is an adaptation of Dr. Andreason’s Fall Semester 2005 Convocation speech delivered September 1, 2005 on the campus of Andrews University. Andreasen argues the necessity of Christian colleges and universities offering their students a... -
Is Left Behind Biblical? Tertiary-Lifelong"The Left Behind saga may be popular; its ideas going around the world. Yet solid biblical teaching is against every one of the four core positions upon which the phenomena of Left Behind is built. The Left Behind indeed leaves behind biblical truth and... -
Is There Hope for the Unevangelized? Tertiary-Lifelong"I believe that God usually saves people through human messengers sharing His good news. I also believe that God is fair and loving, and not limited by our failure to give the message. He reads the hearts of people and judges accordingly. While Jesus... -
Isaac Newton - Scientist and theologian TertiaryDr. Vieira presents Isaac Newton as a theologian. He talks about some of Newton's interpretations of the Bible. -
Jesus Christ, Master Teacher - His Focus, Strategies, and Results Preschool-LifelongTaylor establishes principles for Christian teachers through a constructive review of the focus of Jesus' teaching, the way He taught, His example or model, and the impact of His teaching. -
Keepers of the Garden - Christians and the Environment Tertiary-Lifelong"Unfortunately, because of wrongful interactions by human beings with the environment, an ecological crisis is underway. Some scientists suggest that 'we are living on borrowed time, and tragically, we are borrowing the time from coming generations.…The... -
Kuyer Mathematics Online Grade 7-Grade 12This math curriculum "integrates a Christian approach, using mathematics to think about and better understand God, his creation, and our place and calling in the world." The math curriculum has 9 lessons to enrich a high school level mathematics... -
Land of the Dinosaurs Webquest Grade 5-Grade 8Students will learn about dinosaurs from an Adventist Christian perspective in this interesting interactive online learning project. This is the same topic as the NAD Pathways 5th grade book selection for Theme 6: The Environment. -
Learning About Sexuality in the Context of Christian Values - Two Practical Experiences Grade 3-TertiaryIn accordance with the theoretical foundation and methodological suggestions presented in a previous article, the following highlights two experiences, one at the middle school level and the other at the primary level, with different strategies that can serve... -
Learning to Follow Jesus, Step by Step Preschool-Grade 4This handy reference tabulates Jerry D Thomas' book, Step by Step, in 3 pages. Each of the 30 steps for children include a summary statement and Bible reference. This discipleship resource helps children understand how to live the principles of Ellen... -
List of Christians in Science and Technology Grade 5-LifelongUse this list to find information about Christian mathematicians, physicists, chemists, biologists, engineers, and other scientists, to enrich your teaching from a Christian worldview. -
Listening to Sadness Tertiary-Lifelong"One out of four individuals in the United States is likely to experience at least one episode of depression in his or her lifetime. Out of this group, only a quarter will receive appropriate diagnosis, and of these, only a quarter will receive appropriate... -
Living Beyond Grief Tertiary-Lifelong"Christians may believe that faith in Christ and the prospect of eternal life can take away the need to grieve, the need to cry, and the need to be fully human. But rather than denying the pain of the human predicament, it is faith and God’s enduring... -
Love - Living Life with the Power of the Indwelling Presence of God Tertiary-Lifelong“The biblical concept of love is not merely a moral mandate, an interpersonal expression of the deepest emotion, or the highest virtue or fulfillment of all God’s commandments as a sign of belonging to a morally and doctrinally pristine community... -
Management - A Christian Perspective Tertiary-LifelongFor the Christian manager managerial techniques "are not as critical as the framework in which management is practiced. The challenge is to reflect the Christian faith in managing people and resources. This essay explores the underlying currents in many... -
Mathematics - A catalyst for faith? Tertiary"A number of features of mathematics and its relation to the sciences speak in harmony with Scripture’s revelation of God. Can this serve as a catalyst for faith?" -
Minding your Moral Conscience - Lessons from Huss and Jerome Tertiary-LifelongThis article presents the experience of John Huss as recorded in The Great Controversy to help show the limits of conscience and how to balance it with God’s Word. -
Not Everything for Sale - A Biblical Perspective on Economics Tertiary-LifelongGashugi discusses the economy, and gives general biblical principles for us to follow. -
Parenting Teens - It's All About Perspective Grade 6-Grade 12Through words and actions, parents can help their children choose a positive faith perspective to guide their lives. Part of a series of articles for parents of students attending Adventist schools, this undated, one-page newsletter is written by a family... -
Poverty and Wealth - A Christian Perspective Tertiary-LifelongOndari notes that "though poverty is a relative concept, it is a multidimensional problem, encompassing not only the material aspects of human life but also its social, physical, mental and spiritual dimensions." -
Prayer and the Meaning of Life Tertiary-Lifelong"What a tragedy it would be to walk through life without any indication of why we walk or where the path leads us! The journey of life is worthwhile in itself. But this journey has a meaning! The Holy Scriptures teach us about the existing relationship... -
Preparing for a Happy Marriage Tertiary-Lifelong"Marriage is important, but preparation for marriage is just as important. Choosing a marriage partner is one of the most important steps a young person takes in life. Such a decision must not be taken lightly or hastily. Experience suggests that there... -
Psychological Theories of Religious Development - A Seventh-day Adventist Perspective Tertiary-Lifelong"This paper summarizes some stage theories of religious development which are rooted in the Piagetian tradition. Some of the assumptions and presuppositions of R. Goldman, D. Elkind, J. Fowler, F. Oser are discussed. On the basis of exploratory studies... -
Redemption Grade 12-LifelongThis peer-reviewed article, written by a Seventh-day Adventist business scholar, explores how the Biblical concept of Redemption is applicable to business practice. -
Respect for Learners - A Christian Didactic Perspective Tertiary-LifelongSutcliffe's aim is to "convince the educator of the crucial importance of treating every learner with the utmost respect, especially in a Christian educational institution." This paper was presented at the 28th Institute of Christian Teaching. -
Science and Faith as Honest Friends Tertiary-Lifelong"Science provides a way to gain testable knowledge about nature, a method that drives the continuous accumulation of knowledge within paradigms as well as the occasional scientific revolution in which one paradigm replaces another. How do Christian beliefs... -
Science and religion - Pursuing a common goal? Tertiary-LifelongDe Groot explores the topics of science and Christian, their common goal, and three attitudes to unanswered questions. -
Seeing Through the Eyes of Jesus Tertiary-LifelongSo, what does seeing through Jesus' eyes mean? This article observes these four points - Vision of compassion, Vision without obstruction, Vision based on Cod's revelation, and Vision of courage. -
Shattered by Death, Strengthened by Hope - A Christian Perspective of Grief Tertiary-LifelongRoberts reminds that grief is necessary for mental well-being. For Christians "the resurrection provides an ending point for grief" because Christ is the one who holds the keys of death and the grave. "Christian health care workers need to understand... -
Sociobiology - Why Do Humans Behave as They Do? Grade 11-TertiaryThe Bible and evolutionary biology differ in their answers to this question. In sociobiology theory, right or wrong behavior doesn't exist in a moral sense, only behavioral strategies with differing effects on inclusive fitness. Sociobiology may be considered... -
Sociobiology and the Origins of Morality - A Christian Perspective Tertiary-LifelongGalusha considers the implications of the new developments in the behavioral and biological sciences by reflecting on two very similar obvservations of two mothers: on human, the other animal. He then considers their "possible proximal and distal causes."... -
Spectrum Magazine Tertiary-Lifelong"Our goal is to foster community through conversation. This website is the online companion to Spectrum, a quarterly journal established in 1969 to encourage Seventh-day Adventist participation in the discussion of contemporary issues from a Christian... -
Spiritual Intelligence and the Bible Tertiary-LifelongBeardsley explores spiritual intelligence as it relates to the Bible. She poses and answers the following questions: "What is spiritual intelligence? Is it another way to describe faith? What does it include? Faith, hope and love? How might it be measured?"... -
Step Out in Faith Grade 11-Lifelong“Despite the unknown future, despite incredible suffering, the person of faith is able to affirm: ‘I know that my Redeemer lives!’ (Job 19: 25, NKJV).” -
Teaching Physical Science from a Christian Perspective Tertiary-LifelongBen Clausen shares ideas and suggestions on integrating faith into the teaching of science. A brief historical overview of Judeo-Christian foundations of scientific principles is presented. Also discussed are specific examples of physical science topics that... -
Teaching Social Work - A Christian Perspective Tertiary-LifelongMuller looks at how a social work teacher can help students integrate Christian beliefs into their work. Different situations are given to give examples of how teachers can help. This paper was presented at the 31st Institute of Christian Teaching. -
Teaching Sociology - A Biblical-Christian Approach Tertiary-LifelongDulan notes the need for more sociology professors at Adventist institutions. He attempts to answer two questions: Why should sociology be taught in an Adventist college or university? How can an integrated approach to biblical understanding take place as... -
The Affective Dimension in Adult Foreign Language Learning - A Christian Teacher's Perspective Tertiary-LifelongHole's purpose in writing this paper was a personal one but she trusts that it can be of some help to other language teachers taking the same journey. She wanted to find a biblical framework within which to articulate her thinking and practice regarding ways... -
The Bible and Literature Tertiary-LifelongHaluska notes that "we need to build our teaching on a clear understanding of Bible principles toward worldly literature, especially since Seventh-day Adventists have been blessed with a prophet who has made such a number of statements about the subject."... -
The Bible and Media Literacy Tertiary-LifelongSteyn looks at teaching media literacy and how that relates to the Seventh-day Adventist philosophy of education. The goal is not to make a list of do's and don'ts in regards to what people should watch. -
The Bible and the Church - Revisiting the Obvious Tertiary-Lifelong"As the written record of God’s overarching plan to redeem the world from sin, the Bible provides His people with a worldview, a meta-narrative that spans from creation to the new creation." -
The Choices We Make Tertiary-LifelongThis reflective piece details the author’s path to decide for herself to commit to God, and how her dream for her life changed. -
The Christian and Politics - Peril or Opportunity? Tertiary-Lifelong"A case for living a life like Christ, of Christ, and for Christ in every way." -
The Christian Understanding of God and Human Existence Tertiary-LifelongRice provides an overview of Seventh-day Adventist beliefs on the nature of God and man, the origin of sin and its consequences. This is part one of a two part series. -
The Christian's Pursuit, Accumulation, and Use of Wealth Tertiary-LifelongAnderson explores the "prominent features of a capitalistic economic system and compares these to Biblical values relating to business." -
The Common Rule - Habits of Purpose for an Age of Distraction Grade 9-LifelongTired of distractions in our technology saturated society? Useful in secondary and tertiary classrooms in addition to personal life, this resource offers a set of simple "daily and weekly practices designed to form us in the love of God and neighbor."... -
The Discovery of America - An Interdisciplinary Unit 1490-1585 Grade 5-Grade 8"The Discovery of America presents an interdisciplinary unit incorporating the Christian perspective of early American explorers. Activities are designed for small group use - as well as individual projects." -
The Five-fold Role of a Christian Teacher Kindergarten-LifelongMayer looks at the five roles of a Christian teacher. Hartmut von Hentig is noted as defining education: Clarify the subjects - strengthen human beings. Mayer asks, "How could one combine this given definition with biblical views in application of the... -
The Great Search Tertiary-Lifelong"In this article, Dr. Richard Hart, the President of Loma Linda University Health, shares some personal reflections on the role of knowledge in the quest for meaning and greater understanding." -
The Impact of Human Emotions upon Learning - a Christian Perspective Tertiary-LifelongMartin notes that "the purpose of this study is to raise the awareness of educators to how emotions impact learning." Martin notes in the paper many "physiological and emotional symptoms of potential distress indicators, followed by suggestions... -
The Importance of the Intelligent Design Theory for Adventist Science Education Tertiary-LifelongAagaard encourages science teachers to boldly expose the fallacy of media today and also to boldly tell students about their own commitment to a God centered and biblical worldview. This paper was presented at the 26th Institute of Christian Teaching. -
The Liberated Imagination Kindergarten-LifelongA book worth reading - thinking Christianly about the arts. -
The Life I Now Live Tertiary-Lifelong"Christian life does not begin with birth. It begins with death. Until self dies, until self is crucified, there is no beginning at all." -
The Purpose of Business - The Viewpoint of IMITATIO DEI - Imitating God Grade 12-LifelongThis article, written by a Seventh-day Adventist business scholar, presents the deeper purpose of business as seen through the Biblical concept of the Image of God. -
The Sociological Imagination and a Christian Worldview Tertiary-LifelongMcBride notes, that "Like any other academic or scientific discipline, sociology offers a particular perspective or reality. It reminds us that social group membership affects behavior, attitudes, institutions, and even theology...reminds us of the rich... -
The Tough Gig - Being Salt and Light Tertiary-LifelongIn this Avondale College graduation address, the speaker considers what it means to be salt and light in the workplace. -
The View From Andromeda Tertiary"What about us, we launchers of the Viking and Apollo spacecrafts, we makers of the orbiting Hubble observatory and the Very Large Array radio telescopes strewn over 39 miles of New Mexico desert? Do our achievements make us more, or less, humble? More,... -
Though the Heavens Fall Tertiary-LifelongA number of trends in contemporary society seek to entice Christians away from how we should think and live. King talks about three of these trends - secularism, moral relativism, and inconsistent living. -
Towards an Adventist Paradigm in Psychology Tertiary-LifelongOuro looks at constructing an Adventist psychology which takes "the best of Adventist thought and contemporary psychology, without sacrificing either good science or what God has revealed about human beings and the ways He would have us relate to Him... -
Twenty-One Methods of Biblical Faith-Learning Integration TertiaryIntended for Christian business faculty but also applicable to other disciplines, this paper "examines twenty-one methods of biblical faith-learning integration with the goal of providing faculty members with ways to mentor and disciple their students... -
Two Cultures - One Marriage TertiarySmith talks about interracial and intercultural marriages, and the environmental impact on marriage. He also talks about the importance of religious background and common interests. -
What Adventists Have to Share with the Scientific Community Tertiary-Lifelong"Only if Christians can be trusted in areas scientists know, will they be trusted in areas scientists don’t know." -
What Does the Fossil Record Tell Us? Grade 9-TertiaryThis article examines widely held views on interpreting fossil records that are not supported by the data. Seven misconceptions are briefly discussed followed by three evidences of the viability of an alternative view of conventional geology and paleontology. -
What is a Hero Webquest Grade 5-Grade 8What is a true hero? This interactive online learning project will encourage students to think more closely about who really is a hero, and learn about some Christian heros. -
What is the meaning of kinds in Genesis? Tertiary-LifelongGibson answers four creation science questions: What does "according to their kinds" mean? Does the reference to "kinds" indicate that the created "kinds" could not change, but were fixed? Can species change so much that new species... -
What Shall I Wear? TertiarySamuele Bacchiocchi covers seven principles for Christian dress. "Clothes do not make a Christian, but Christians reveal their identity through their clothes and appearance." -
What Size Is Your God? Tertiary-LifelongAgard talks about how big and powerful God is, and that although we do not understand everything now, it will all become clearer some day soon. -
When the Earth's Crust Explodes Tertiary-LifelongKennedy talks about volcanos and earthquakes and a Christian framework. -
Worship as Adoration - A Perspective from Ellen G White Tertiary-LifelongThroughout her ministry, Ellen White’s approach to worship emphasized the role of practical religion in life. Although her focus did not fail to stress issues such as reverence, prayer, preaching, music, and singing, her writings reveal a fundamental... -
​Critical Thinking, the Bible, and the Christian Preschool-Tertiary"Educators in Adventist schools face challenges posed by the influences of secularism in public education when they choose a textbook, look for a video to illustrate a point, and even when they select articles for students to read. The question 'How do...