God gave the Seventh-day Adventist health message to:
1) Enable people to live healthier, happier lives and experience the abundant life Jesus desires for us.
2) Link physical, mental, and spiritual health so we can know God more fully with clear minds.
3) Help prepare people for Jesus' second coming by opening their minds and bodies for the Holy Spirit.
4) Provide opportunities for powerful witnessing and introducing others to Jesus through medical missionary work.
Through the agencies of nature, God is working, day by day, hour by hour, moment by moment, to keep us alive, to build up and restore us. When any part of the body sustains injury, a healing process is at once begun; nature's agencies are set at work to restore soundness. But the power working through these agencies is the power of God. All life-giving power is from Him. When one recovers from disease, it is God who restores him.
- Ministry of Healing, p.113
There are Many Ways of Practicing the Healing art, But there is only one way that Heaven approves. God's remedies are the simple agencies of nature that will not tax or debilitate the system through their powerful properties. - Ellen White, 5 Testimonies p.443
This document discusses God's plan of healing throughout history and the importance of lifestyle and health reform as part of God's plan of salvation. It covers:
1) God created humanity in a perfect, sinless state without disease, but humanity lost this state through sin. God's plan of salvation aims to fully restore humanity to its original state.
2) Health reform principles like diet, exercise, and avoiding harmful substances are based on natural and biblical laws from God, and following them promotes physical, mental and spiritual well-being.
3) Body, mind and soul are interconnected, and lifestyle habits impact our risk for chronic diseases like cancer, heart disease and diabetes. God's ultimate purpose is for complete restoration
This document discusses the Adventist health message as received through Ellen White. It provides 10 key points that summarize the message:
1. There is a significant link between physical and spiritual health.
2. God communicates to us through our mind and body.
3. Following health principles does not earn salvation.
4. Christians seek to promote life and do their best in all circumstances.
5. Christians follow principles of true temperance.
6. Various bad habits can pollute and destroy the body.
7. The church should establish healthcare and education centers.
8. Healing should use natural remedies when possible.
9. The original diet is ideal.
This document discusses the importance of connecting with divine power for physical, mental and spiritual health. It asserts that perfect health is only possible through obedience to God's health laws, which include diet, exercise, water, sunlight, temperance, fresh air, rest and faith. The human-divine connection occurs in the brain and is achieved through obeying God's laws, serving Him, and serving others. As God's created beings, humans have an obligation to study and apply God's physical, mental and moral laws to daily life.
This document provides notes for a minister on an integral and holistic approach to ministry, healing, and deliverance. Some key points:
1. An integral approach sees the gospel, human beings, the church's mission, and ministry as addressing all aspects of life - physical, emotional, spiritual, social, etc. The needs of the people should guide the types of ministry provided.
2. In terms of healing, a Christian definition sees it as restoring total harmony in body, mind and spirit. The church should fulfill its healing ministry through compassion. There are six dimensions of healing, including physical, spiritual, inner, mental, psycho-social, and social healing.
3. The medical model reduces health
The document discusses Christian faith and health. It defines health from a biblical perspective and explores the perfect will of God for divine health. It examines various causes of sickness, including sin, curses, strain, improper care of the body, and ignorance. It argues that while it is God's will to heal, using medicine does not demonstrate a lack of faith. Scripture provides evidence that God can use medical means to aid the healing process.
The document discusses the spiritual gift of healing mentioned in 1 Corinthians 12. It provides context on spiritual gifts and debates around whether the gift of healing is still operative today. The document also discusses divine healing more broadly and provides biblical answers to questions about why God doesn't heal everyone, the role of faith in healing, and what the Bible says about healing. Key points made include that the gift of healing in the Bible was given primarily to apostles to affirm their message, God's healing isn't always physical, and ultimate healing awaits in heaven.
In many communities churches are a primary partner in community health. By uniting the best practices of public health and congregational-based principles emphasizing wellness, wholeness, prevention, and education, churches can influence people's values and life choices, and enable them to assume responsibility for their own health. A survey conducted by the Congregational Health ReSource, in partnership with the Virginia Department of Health Office of Minority Health and Public Health Policy, will report the findings from four rural communities that participated in a pilot congregational health assessment.
Many churches with health ministries understand the concept of congregational health. For those churches that don't already have health ministries, this concept provides a way of improving the health of church members without increasing the existing workload of leadership. When introduced to the idea of congregational health, most churches are eager to begin developing health ministries. How can we leverage churches as a force multiplier to decrease gaps in health equity, develop partnerships, and educate the public?
Through the agencies of nature, God is working, day by day, hour by hour, moment by moment, to keep us alive, to build up and restore us. When any part of the body sustains injury, a healing process is at once begun; nature's agencies are set at work to restore soundness. But the power working through these agencies is the power of God. All life-giving power is from Him. When one recovers from disease, it is God who restores him.
- Ministry of Healing, p.113
There are Many Ways of Practicing the Healing art, But there is only one way that Heaven approves. God's remedies are the simple agencies of nature that will not tax or debilitate the system through their powerful properties. - Ellen White, 5 Testimonies p.443
This document discusses God's plan of healing throughout history and the importance of lifestyle and health reform as part of God's plan of salvation. It covers:
1) God created humanity in a perfect, sinless state without disease, but humanity lost this state through sin. God's plan of salvation aims to fully restore humanity to its original state.
2) Health reform principles like diet, exercise, and avoiding harmful substances are based on natural and biblical laws from God, and following them promotes physical, mental and spiritual well-being.
3) Body, mind and soul are interconnected, and lifestyle habits impact our risk for chronic diseases like cancer, heart disease and diabetes. God's ultimate purpose is for complete restoration
This document discusses the Adventist health message as received through Ellen White. It provides 10 key points that summarize the message:
1. There is a significant link between physical and spiritual health.
2. God communicates to us through our mind and body.
3. Following health principles does not earn salvation.
4. Christians seek to promote life and do their best in all circumstances.
5. Christians follow principles of true temperance.
6. Various bad habits can pollute and destroy the body.
7. The church should establish healthcare and education centers.
8. Healing should use natural remedies when possible.
9. The original diet is ideal.
This document discusses the importance of connecting with divine power for physical, mental and spiritual health. It asserts that perfect health is only possible through obedience to God's health laws, which include diet, exercise, water, sunlight, temperance, fresh air, rest and faith. The human-divine connection occurs in the brain and is achieved through obeying God's laws, serving Him, and serving others. As God's created beings, humans have an obligation to study and apply God's physical, mental and moral laws to daily life.
This document provides notes for a minister on an integral and holistic approach to ministry, healing, and deliverance. Some key points:
1. An integral approach sees the gospel, human beings, the church's mission, and ministry as addressing all aspects of life - physical, emotional, spiritual, social, etc. The needs of the people should guide the types of ministry provided.
2. In terms of healing, a Christian definition sees it as restoring total harmony in body, mind and spirit. The church should fulfill its healing ministry through compassion. There are six dimensions of healing, including physical, spiritual, inner, mental, psycho-social, and social healing.
3. The medical model reduces health
The document discusses Christian faith and health. It defines health from a biblical perspective and explores the perfect will of God for divine health. It examines various causes of sickness, including sin, curses, strain, improper care of the body, and ignorance. It argues that while it is God's will to heal, using medicine does not demonstrate a lack of faith. Scripture provides evidence that God can use medical means to aid the healing process.
The document discusses the spiritual gift of healing mentioned in 1 Corinthians 12. It provides context on spiritual gifts and debates around whether the gift of healing is still operative today. The document also discusses divine healing more broadly and provides biblical answers to questions about why God doesn't heal everyone, the role of faith in healing, and what the Bible says about healing. Key points made include that the gift of healing in the Bible was given primarily to apostles to affirm their message, God's healing isn't always physical, and ultimate healing awaits in heaven.
In many communities churches are a primary partner in community health. By uniting the best practices of public health and congregational-based principles emphasizing wellness, wholeness, prevention, and education, churches can influence people's values and life choices, and enable them to assume responsibility for their own health. A survey conducted by the Congregational Health ReSource, in partnership with the Virginia Department of Health Office of Minority Health and Public Health Policy, will report the findings from four rural communities that participated in a pilot congregational health assessment.
Many churches with health ministries understand the concept of congregational health. For those churches that don't already have health ministries, this concept provides a way of improving the health of church members without increasing the existing workload of leadership. When introduced to the idea of congregational health, most churches are eager to begin developing health ministries. How can we leverage churches as a force multiplier to decrease gaps in health equity, develop partnerships, and educate the public?
The document discusses the importance of rest for physical and mental health. It states that nearly 1/3 of life is spent sleeping, and sleep is essential for restoring both body and mind functions. The best quality of sleep occurs before midnight, and an empty stomach at least 3 hours after eating promotes better sleep. Insufficient sleep can lead to irritability, memory loss, depression, and difficulty concentrating. The mind also needs rest from sin, as mental depression can contribute to disease. The Sabbath was created as a special day of rest to provide physical, mental, and spiritual restoration from God.
This document discusses the human heart from both a physical and spiritual perspective. It describes the heart as the center of one's personality, emotions, thoughts and will. The heart can be wounded through traumatic experiences, which can then lead to stress responses in the body. When trauma overwhelms one's defenses, it can result in conditions like post-traumatic stress disorder. Healing involves processing traumatic memories and finding peace through spiritual renewal of the heart. Counseling and prayer are recommended to help address underlying issues fueling stress.
This document discusses faith healing and provides different perspectives on the topic. It begins by providing examples of faith healing successes reported by people around the world. However, it notes that some question how faith healing works and whether there is any guarantee it will be effective. The document then explores faith healing stories in the Bible and reports of modern day successes. At the same time, it acknowledges faith healing does not always work and provides an example of parents being charged with murder for relying solely on faith healing for their son. Ultimately, the document concludes that it is reasonable to seek both medical help and rely on God for healing, and that what God and modern medicine can do are not contradictory approaches.
The document discusses the formation of the gospel tradition regarding Jesus' death and passion narratives. It notes that the gospel tradition formed "backwards" from Jesus' resurrection to his birth. Early Christians focused on the crucifixion and resurrection. The passion narratives came to include a narrative plot and characters like Peter, Judas, Pilate, and the Roman soldier who recognized Jesus. Debate continues around Jewish and Roman involvement in Jesus' death and how Jesus may have viewed his own death. The gospels each provide distinctive perspectives on the passion, with Mark portraying Jesus' resignation and loneliness.
The document discusses faith-based approaches to health and wellness. It introduces the Congregational Health ReSource (CHR) organization, which aims to serve as a bridge between the health care and faith communities by advancing biblical perspectives on health, increasing awareness of prevention and treatment options, and providing a clearinghouse of health information resources. CHR's goal is to connect these communities so that together they can promote healing. The document then covers various aspects of health as they relate to the body, soul, spirit, and faith from biblical perspectives.
A respected pastor who founded Living Epistles Ministries in New York, Sheila R. Vitale integrates Christian doctrine with the teachings of Lurian Kabbalah in ways that provide an alternate, spiritually centered interpretation of the Bible. On the Christ-Centered Kabbalah website, Sheila Vitale interprets dreams and answers complex questions on topics such as "the sin nature and the carnal mind."
Without faith it is impossible to please God. When we trust in God and ask him for help, He is willing to cooperate with us. This assurance provides healing for the soul.
The document discusses the significance of the resurrection of Jesus Christ from three perspectives - as a biological miracle, psychological miracle, or theological miracle. It argues that the biological and psychological miracle explanations fail due to historical and medical evidence. Specifically, the Romans were experts at crucifixion and ensured Jesus died, and multiple people witnessed his appearances over 40 days in various circumstances. Therefore, the best explanation as supported by historians is that God performed the theological miracle of raising Jesus from the dead, as the foundational event of Christianity.
The document discusses the health benefits of an ancient practice called "the Apostle's Protocol" which involves mindfulness meditation techniques. It claims that these techniques were used by Jesus and mentioned in the "Secret Gospel of Thomas" discovered in 1945. Practicing mindfulness meditation can improve focus, memory, lower blood pressure, reduce stress and anxiety, and help conditions like insomnia and chronic pain. The document provides an overview of different types of meditation and instructions for practicing mindfulness meditation.
Week 3 RISEN resurrection myth or miracle 1015am mediaJose Ramos
This document provides information about an upcoming church series on the resurrection of Jesus Christ. It discusses the evidence for the resurrection in 3 points - the empty tomb, the lack of alternative explanations for what happened to Jesus' body, and the transformed lives of Jesus' disciples and early believers. It also lists some common objections to the resurrection and provides counterpoints. The document aims to convince readers of the truth of the resurrection and invites them to accept Jesus as their savior.
The sacrament of Anointing of the Sick confers several graces upon those who are ill or elderly: it unites them to Christ's suffering for their salvation and the Church's, strengthens them with peace and courage to endure illness, and forgives sins if the person is sorry; it also restores health if beneficial and prepares one for eternal life, lessening temporal punishment from sin. The sacrament gives strength against Satan as one transitions between this life and the next. Suffering is caused by original sin and we must accept our fallen nature results in suffering. Cardinal Bernardin wrote of accepting illness not for one's own piety but to help others.
Throughout most of the significant spiritual and religious traditions on Earth, can be
found references to a mysterious presence, usually defined as an energy or Spirit of some
sort, which is deeply involved in the spiritual awakening and evolution of both the
individual, and humanity at large. Though this presence-energy-spirit has gone by many
different labels, for the sake of simplicity we are referring to it in this essay as the “Only
Spirit”.
The document discusses Jewish views on medical intervention and faith healing. It presents various sources from the Torah and Talmud that indicate seeking medical care is not just permissible but obligatory under Jewish law, including to treat illnesses not caused by human actions. Physicians are given permission to heal, and one should not refrain from medical treatment due to the belief that it interferes with God's plan or will.
This document discusses the Adventist health message as received through Ellen White. It provides 10 key points that summarize the message:
1. There is a significant link between physical and spiritual health.
2. God communicates to us through our mind and body.
3. Following health principles does not earn salvation but helps sanctification.
4. Christians seek to promote life and do their best in all circumstances.
5. True temperance means moderation and abstinence from harm.
6. Various bad habits can pollute the body.
7. The church should establish healthcare and educate about prevention.
8. Healing should use natural remedies when possible.
In many communities churches are a primary partner in community health. By uniting the best practices of public health and congregational-based principles emphasizing wellness, wholeness, prevention, and education, churches can influence people's values and life choices, and enable them to assume responsibility for their own health. A survey conducted by the Congregational Health ReSource, in partnership with the Virginia Department of Health Office of Minority Health and Public Health Policy, will report the findings from four rural communities that participated in a pilot congregational health assessment.
This document discusses the history and importance of the health message in the Adventist church. It traces the origins of the health reform message from visions received by Ellen White in 1863 instructing the establishment of health institutions. The Western Health Reform Institute (later Battle Creek Sanitarium) was opened in 1866. The document outlines biblical support for the health message and principles of diet, exercise, lifestyle, and their connection to spiritual growth and effectiveness in ministry. It emphasizes that health reform was meant to be an integral part of spreading the gospel message to all nations.
The sacrament of anointing of the sick brings Christ's compassionate healing to those suffering from serious illness. Healing does not necessarily mean cure, but rather a process that helps one realize their full potential before God. There are three universal human experiences - suffering, sickness, and death. The sacraments of healing are reconciliation/penance and anointing of the sick. Anointing of the sick strengthens faith and trust in God during illness, old age, or approaching death, giving grace, hope, and courage. The celebration includes a liturgy of the word, and a liturgy of anointing involving laying on of hands, prayer, and anointing of the head
The document discusses the importance of maintaining spiritual, mental, physical, and social health. It emphasizes that health is not merely the absence of disease, but a complete state of well-being in all four dimensions. Maintaining this optimal level of health requires making changes to lifestyle and behaviors.
The document discusses the importance of rest for physical and mental health. It states that nearly 1/3 of life is spent sleeping, and sleep is essential for restoring both body and mind functions. The best quality of sleep occurs before midnight, and an empty stomach at least 3 hours after eating promotes better sleep. Insufficient sleep can lead to irritability, memory loss, depression, and difficulty concentrating. The mind also needs rest from sin, as mental depression can contribute to disease. The Sabbath was created as a special day of rest to provide physical, mental, and spiritual restoration from God.
This document discusses the human heart from both a physical and spiritual perspective. It describes the heart as the center of one's personality, emotions, thoughts and will. The heart can be wounded through traumatic experiences, which can then lead to stress responses in the body. When trauma overwhelms one's defenses, it can result in conditions like post-traumatic stress disorder. Healing involves processing traumatic memories and finding peace through spiritual renewal of the heart. Counseling and prayer are recommended to help address underlying issues fueling stress.
This document discusses faith healing and provides different perspectives on the topic. It begins by providing examples of faith healing successes reported by people around the world. However, it notes that some question how faith healing works and whether there is any guarantee it will be effective. The document then explores faith healing stories in the Bible and reports of modern day successes. At the same time, it acknowledges faith healing does not always work and provides an example of parents being charged with murder for relying solely on faith healing for their son. Ultimately, the document concludes that it is reasonable to seek both medical help and rely on God for healing, and that what God and modern medicine can do are not contradictory approaches.
The document discusses the formation of the gospel tradition regarding Jesus' death and passion narratives. It notes that the gospel tradition formed "backwards" from Jesus' resurrection to his birth. Early Christians focused on the crucifixion and resurrection. The passion narratives came to include a narrative plot and characters like Peter, Judas, Pilate, and the Roman soldier who recognized Jesus. Debate continues around Jewish and Roman involvement in Jesus' death and how Jesus may have viewed his own death. The gospels each provide distinctive perspectives on the passion, with Mark portraying Jesus' resignation and loneliness.
The document discusses faith-based approaches to health and wellness. It introduces the Congregational Health ReSource (CHR) organization, which aims to serve as a bridge between the health care and faith communities by advancing biblical perspectives on health, increasing awareness of prevention and treatment options, and providing a clearinghouse of health information resources. CHR's goal is to connect these communities so that together they can promote healing. The document then covers various aspects of health as they relate to the body, soul, spirit, and faith from biblical perspectives.
A respected pastor who founded Living Epistles Ministries in New York, Sheila R. Vitale integrates Christian doctrine with the teachings of Lurian Kabbalah in ways that provide an alternate, spiritually centered interpretation of the Bible. On the Christ-Centered Kabbalah website, Sheila Vitale interprets dreams and answers complex questions on topics such as "the sin nature and the carnal mind."
Without faith it is impossible to please God. When we trust in God and ask him for help, He is willing to cooperate with us. This assurance provides healing for the soul.
The document discusses the significance of the resurrection of Jesus Christ from three perspectives - as a biological miracle, psychological miracle, or theological miracle. It argues that the biological and psychological miracle explanations fail due to historical and medical evidence. Specifically, the Romans were experts at crucifixion and ensured Jesus died, and multiple people witnessed his appearances over 40 days in various circumstances. Therefore, the best explanation as supported by historians is that God performed the theological miracle of raising Jesus from the dead, as the foundational event of Christianity.
The document discusses the health benefits of an ancient practice called "the Apostle's Protocol" which involves mindfulness meditation techniques. It claims that these techniques were used by Jesus and mentioned in the "Secret Gospel of Thomas" discovered in 1945. Practicing mindfulness meditation can improve focus, memory, lower blood pressure, reduce stress and anxiety, and help conditions like insomnia and chronic pain. The document provides an overview of different types of meditation and instructions for practicing mindfulness meditation.
Week 3 RISEN resurrection myth or miracle 1015am mediaJose Ramos
This document provides information about an upcoming church series on the resurrection of Jesus Christ. It discusses the evidence for the resurrection in 3 points - the empty tomb, the lack of alternative explanations for what happened to Jesus' body, and the transformed lives of Jesus' disciples and early believers. It also lists some common objections to the resurrection and provides counterpoints. The document aims to convince readers of the truth of the resurrection and invites them to accept Jesus as their savior.
The sacrament of Anointing of the Sick confers several graces upon those who are ill or elderly: it unites them to Christ's suffering for their salvation and the Church's, strengthens them with peace and courage to endure illness, and forgives sins if the person is sorry; it also restores health if beneficial and prepares one for eternal life, lessening temporal punishment from sin. The sacrament gives strength against Satan as one transitions between this life and the next. Suffering is caused by original sin and we must accept our fallen nature results in suffering. Cardinal Bernardin wrote of accepting illness not for one's own piety but to help others.
Throughout most of the significant spiritual and religious traditions on Earth, can be
found references to a mysterious presence, usually defined as an energy or Spirit of some
sort, which is deeply involved in the spiritual awakening and evolution of both the
individual, and humanity at large. Though this presence-energy-spirit has gone by many
different labels, for the sake of simplicity we are referring to it in this essay as the “Only
Spirit”.
The document discusses Jewish views on medical intervention and faith healing. It presents various sources from the Torah and Talmud that indicate seeking medical care is not just permissible but obligatory under Jewish law, including to treat illnesses not caused by human actions. Physicians are given permission to heal, and one should not refrain from medical treatment due to the belief that it interferes with God's plan or will.
This document discusses the Adventist health message as received through Ellen White. It provides 10 key points that summarize the message:
1. There is a significant link between physical and spiritual health.
2. God communicates to us through our mind and body.
3. Following health principles does not earn salvation but helps sanctification.
4. Christians seek to promote life and do their best in all circumstances.
5. True temperance means moderation and abstinence from harm.
6. Various bad habits can pollute the body.
7. The church should establish healthcare and educate about prevention.
8. Healing should use natural remedies when possible.
In many communities churches are a primary partner in community health. By uniting the best practices of public health and congregational-based principles emphasizing wellness, wholeness, prevention, and education, churches can influence people's values and life choices, and enable them to assume responsibility for their own health. A survey conducted by the Congregational Health ReSource, in partnership with the Virginia Department of Health Office of Minority Health and Public Health Policy, will report the findings from four rural communities that participated in a pilot congregational health assessment.
This document discusses the history and importance of the health message in the Adventist church. It traces the origins of the health reform message from visions received by Ellen White in 1863 instructing the establishment of health institutions. The Western Health Reform Institute (later Battle Creek Sanitarium) was opened in 1866. The document outlines biblical support for the health message and principles of diet, exercise, lifestyle, and their connection to spiritual growth and effectiveness in ministry. It emphasizes that health reform was meant to be an integral part of spreading the gospel message to all nations.
The sacrament of anointing of the sick brings Christ's compassionate healing to those suffering from serious illness. Healing does not necessarily mean cure, but rather a process that helps one realize their full potential before God. There are three universal human experiences - suffering, sickness, and death. The sacraments of healing are reconciliation/penance and anointing of the sick. Anointing of the sick strengthens faith and trust in God during illness, old age, or approaching death, giving grace, hope, and courage. The celebration includes a liturgy of the word, and a liturgy of anointing involving laying on of hands, prayer, and anointing of the head
The document discusses the importance of maintaining spiritual, mental, physical, and social health. It emphasizes that health is not merely the absence of disease, but a complete state of well-being in all four dimensions. Maintaining this optimal level of health requires making changes to lifestyle and behaviors.
This document discusses the concept of spiritual awakening from a biblical perspective. It defines spiritual awakening as being resurrected from spiritual death, not waking up from spiritual sleep. All people are born spiritually dead due to sin, separated from God, and unable to understand or relate to Him. True spiritual awakening is a new birth brought about by the power of the Holy Spirit through faith in Jesus Christ, creating a new person. It is characterized by a new heart that wants to please and obey God. Spiritual awakening begins when Jesus sheds His light upon us, awakening us from living in darkness and the shadow of death to salvation.
The document discusses the concepts of life, death, and resurrection from a biblical perspective. It outlines two types of death mentioned in the Bible: 1) the end of physical life and 2) falling under Satan's dominion by disobeying God. Resurrection refers to being restored from the second, spiritual death back to life with God. The resurrection of Jesus established spiritual salvation, but full physical and spiritual salvation was not achieved due to rejection. The Unification Church teaches that the true resurrection is the restoration of one's relationship to God through living according to His will.
The document discusses health from a biblical worldview. It defines health as involving wholeness of body, mind, and spirit, with an individual's health interconnected with their community. It also discusses that God desires to heal and restore wholeness, and that following Christ is key to overcoming disorder and moving toward restoration. Global communities of faith are God's means of transforming society toward abundant life through restoration of wholeness.
This document is the magazine "American Indian Living" published by the Southwestern Union Conference of Seventh-day Adventists. It focuses on the importance of rest. The first article discusses how a busy executive named Vanessa had a heart attack due to stress. She realized she needed to make changes to reduce stress through rest, including observing a weekly Sabbath and taking regular vacations. Other articles provide tips on how to help kids get more rest and discuss cultural roles and responsibilities as well as challenges facing Native students.
Biblical fasting is a spiritual discipline encouraged by Jesus where Christians deprive their body of food and nourishment to draw closer to God through prayer and meditation. Fasting should be done humbly and sincerely with the right attitudes and motives such as seeking God's will, helping others in need, and pursuing spiritual revival. When practiced correctly, fasting can strengthen a person spiritually and increase their sensitivity to God as their physical hunger and weakness draws them to rely more on God's strength.
This document discusses the concept of rest in Christianity. It explores what rest is and is not, according to scripture. The key points made are:
1. True rest is found in Jesus Christ, who invites us to find peace by communing with him and taking on his gentle yoke.
2. Rest does not mean idleness but allows us to cease from fruitless striving. It produces good works through salvation.
3. By learning from Jesus, we gain the freedom of knowing God and experiencing his unforced rhythms of grace.
True biblical rest is confidence in Christ, participation in his grace, and the freedom of our relationship with God and Jesus. It is the solution to
The document discusses the importance of physical and spiritual salvation in restoring humanity:
1. Jesus achieved spiritual salvation through the cross, but physical salvation remains unfinished as original sin continues in children.
2. The Second Coming must come in physical form to complete what Jesus started and establish the Kingdom of Heaven on earth.
3. True Parents achieved both physical and spiritual salvation as the first sinless couple, removing the failure of the first Adam and Eve and enabling blessings to remove original sin.
The document discusses the Catholic sacrament of Anointing of the Sick. It originated from Jesus' healing ministry and the practices of early Christians. The sacrament offers spiritual strength and comfort to those who are seriously ill or elderly. It involves anointing the forehead and hands with blessed oil, and can provide forgiveness of sins, restoration of health, or preparation for death.
Abstract: Health, as we all think is a state of feeling well and not being ill. The concept of health varies across time and place. Historically and culturally, there have been many attempts to define health. Though the World Health Organization’s definition is accepted globally as the standard definition of health, it is found that the concept of health is associated with several components. The objective of this study is to define health through a holistic and integrative approach. An extensive review is done to give an integrated definition to the term health. After reviewing several definitions and theories of health, it is defined as a complete physical, mental, social and spiritual wellbeing across the life span right from the conception till the end of life filled with three gunas and covered by four ecological nested systems overflowing with energy, life and productivity without any infirmity.
Dr Tim Harlow, Hospiscare Consultant
Spiritual causes of physical pain, presented at the Holy Living, Holy Dying conference held in Exeter on 2 November 2009
This document outlines the key points of a lesson on divine healing. It discusses how divine healing was provided in Jesus' atonement by bearing our sicknesses and infirmities. It explores the primary cause of sickness being humanity's disobedience and fall, as well as secondary causes like sin, Satan, and God allowing sickness for His works to be manifest. The document provides scriptural foundations for divine healing from the Old and New Testaments. It argues that Jesus heals today as He always has, and refutes common objections to divine healing such as miracles being past or medical science replacing God's healing.
Jesus healed many who were sick and possessed by demons, fulfilling a prophecy from Isaiah. The prophecy stated that the Messiah would bear our infirmities and diseases. While Jesus healed many physically during his ministry, the primary fulfillment of this prophecy referred to Jesus bearing our sins on the cross. Though we still experience disease and suffering in this life, Jesus sympathizes with our struggles and ultimately bore our sins and infirmities through his sacrificial death.
This document provides information about caring for Christian patients from different denominations. It discusses the core beliefs of Christianity and then focuses on specific practices for Roman Catholic, Jehovah's Witness, Mormon, and Seventh Day Adventist patients. For each group, it outlines their beliefs, practices around dying/death, health considerations, rituals, and holy days/festivals to facilitate culturally sensitive care for Christian patients from various traditions.
The document discusses the sacrament of anointing of the sick in Catholicism. It describes how through this sacrament, one of the two sacraments of healing, Jesus Christ brings physical and spiritual healing to those who are seriously ill. It provides scriptural examples of Jesus healing the sick and details how the sacrament is celebrated today, with the priest anointing the sick person with blessed oil on the forehead and hands. The sacrament offers graces to help the ill grow in faith and reminds them that they are not alone, as Jesus is present to heal them.
Communicating effectively and consistently with students can help them feel at ease during their learning experience and provide the instructor with a communication trail to track the course's progress. This workshop will take you through constructing an engaging course container to facilitate effective communication.
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Walmart Business+ and Spark Good for Nonprofits.pdfTechSoup
"Learn about all the ways Walmart supports nonprofit organizations.
You will hear from Liz Willett, the Head of Nonprofits, and hear about what Walmart is doing to help nonprofits, including Walmart Business and Spark Good. Walmart Business+ is a new offer for nonprofits that offers discounts and also streamlines nonprofits order and expense tracking, saving time and money.
The webinar may also give some examples on how nonprofits can best leverage Walmart Business+.
The event will cover the following::
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1. The Gospel of Good Health
God gave us the healthmessage fora reason
BY MARK A. FINLEY
In the newlyformedUnitedStatesatthe endof the eighteenthcentury,the youngnation’spresident,
George Washington,wasfatallyill.One doctordrew 14 ouncesof bloodfromthe president’sveinsin
the mistakenbelief thatwhenafeverrises,the bestthingtodoisto take overheatedbloodoutof the
body.Whenthat didn’twork,Washington’sphysiciansdrainedevenmore blood.Inthisweakened
conditionthe presidentbeggedhisdoctorstolethimdie inpeace.Hisdeathoccurred onDecember14,
1799, at hisMount Vernon,Virginia,estate.He was67 yearsold.
Thisstory givesusan ideaof the state of medicine inthe earlyUnitedStates.Infact,bythe mid-1800s
thingsweren’tmuchbetter.Some commonmedical proceduresincluded(believe itornot!) the use of
mercuryto cure disease;prescribingalcoholtohelppatientssleep;tobaccoasa remedyforailinglungs;
and,of course,the time-testedprocessof cuttingopenveinsandbleedingpatientsof whatwe now
knowisa fluidessentialforhealth—blood.
Thiswas the medical environmentinwhichGodraisedupthe Seventh-dayAdventisthealthmessage.It
was sorelyneededformanyreasons,notjusttocorrect some of the unscientificmedical practicesof the
time.
Let’sexamine fourreasonswhythe LordinHis mercygave His people the healthmessage toshare with
the world,andwhy itremainsrelevantforustoday.
HealthierLives
God gave us the healthmessage because He wantsusto live healthier,happierliveswhile livingonthis
earth.Thisprinciple isillustratedinJesus’healingof the paralyticinMatthew 9:1, 2: “So He got intoa
boat,crossedover,and came to His owncity.Thenbehold,theybrought toHim a paralyticlyingona
bed.”1Notice that “they”broughtto Hima paralyticlyingona bed.The paralyticdidnotcome by
himself.Don’tmissthiscrucial point:The New Testamentcataloguesabout30 separate casesof healing;
inmore thanhalf of themthe sickdidnot come to Jesusbythemselves.Somebodywasconcerned
enoughtobringtheirlovedone toJesus.
Jesusisthe true source of all healing.Inthe use of rational scientificmethodswe create anenvironment
inwhichhealingcantake place,but the One whohealsthe bodyisthe One whocreateditin the first
2. place.Whetherwe use natural remediesortwenty-first-centurycutting-edge technology,we donot
heal—Jesusdoes.
Verse 2 continues:“WhenJesussawtheirfaith...” Faithisnot justsomethingcognitivelybelieved;
rather,it’ssomethingthat’sseenwhenit’stranslatedintoaction.It’sreal;it’stangible.The fullsentence
inScripture reads,“WhenJesussawtheirfaith,He saidto the paralytic,‘Son,be of good cheer;yoursins
are forgivenyou.’”The manishealed,andJesusdeclares:“Be of goodcheer.”Notonlywas the paralytic
physicallyhealed,hissinswere forgiven,andJesusencouragedhimtobe of goodcheer.Inotherwords,
Christwas sayingtothe man, “My desire foryouisto live ahappy,abundantlife.Yoursicknesshas
robbedyouof enjoyinglife inall itsfullness.Ihave givenyoubacknotonlyyourhealthbutlife inall its
richness.”That’sthe same thingJesuswantsnotonlyfor usbut for the people we come incontactwith
inour dailylives.
One of the primaryreasonsGod hasgivenHispeople the healthmessageistoenable themtoenjoylife
to the fullest.It’snotsome legalisticrequirementtocause people tofeel oppressedbyall the things
theyhave to do or cannotdo. The healthmessage isgivenbyalovingGodso that you andI can live an
abundantlife andshare that life withthose we meet.
Linkto the Mind
God gave His message of healthsowe can know Himin all Hisfullness.There’sanintimate linkbetween
our physical,mental,andspiritual health.Jesusoftenspoke of physical healingandforgivenessinalmost
the same breath,such as inthe storyof the paralytic.
Many timesinthe NewTestamentJesustoldthose whomHe healedtogoand sinno more.On other
occasionsJesusfirstforgave,thenhealed.ThistellsusthathealingfromJesusisrestoration—physical,
mental,andemotional.Sinhasleftitsdeadlytoll onall aspectsof ourlives.The gospel istorestore men
and womenwholly tothe image of God.There isa strong mental andspiritual componenttothe health
message.Ourphysical bodies,ourmental states,andourspiritual livesare all intimatelyconnectedto
one another.
The brain,for instance,isnourishedbythe quality of the bloodtransportedtoitthroughveinsand
arteries.The HolySpiritspeakstousthroughour brain.Whenwe’re continuallyinactive,the bloodthat
passesto the brainisn’table tofullyoxygenate it.We canalsoimpairourhealthinotherways that
negativelyaffectourbrain,suchas eatinga high-fatdiet,whichdamagesthe qualityof the bloodthat
nourishesthe brain.Whenwe live suchunhealthful lifestyles,itbecomesmuchharderforthe HolySpirit
to “reach” us.Our mindsare unable tounderstandasclearlythe promptingsof the HolySpirit.
3. EllenWhite makesthispointinan1881 AdventReviewandSabbathHeraldarticle:“Letnone who
professgodlinessregardwithindifference the healthof the body,andflatterthemselvesthat
intemperance isnosin,andwill notaffecttheirspirituality.A close sympathyexistsbetweenthe
physical andthe moral nature.. . . Wrong habitsof eatingand drinkingleadtoerrorsinthoughtand
action.Indulgence of appetite strengthensthe animal propensities,givingthemthe ascendancyoverthe
mental andspiritual powers.”2
God has givenusthe healthmessage sothatamong otherthingswe can have clearminds,enablingus
to draw closertoHim inprayer andBible study.He wantsto protectus fromconsuminga dietthatwill
destroythe healthof ourbodiesanddeadenourspiritual impulses.Goddoesn’twantusto be so
stressedfromoverworkandthe lackof physical exercise thatwe have foggybrainsandsluggish
thoughts.He desiresthatwe have clearmindssothat we can hearHis voice speakingtousthroughHis
HolySpiritand HisWord—thenourheartswill be intune withHisheart,and our mindswithHismind.In
short,He wantsus to knowHimmore fully.
Preparingforthe Comingof Jesus
The giftof goodhealthhelpstoenable ustobe readyforthe comingof Jesus.Here’swhere the
Seventh-dayAdventisthealthmessage isunique.Althoughmanyof ourspecifichealthpracticesare
taught byothers,Adventistsendorsehealthfullivingforahigherpurpose—tohelpprepare peoplefor
Jesus’secondcoming.
Healthisnot an add-onto Jesus’teachings,butanintegral partof His last-daymessage.The apostlePaul
affirmsthisin1 Thessalonians5:23: “Now maythe God of peace Himself sanctifyyou completely;and
may yourwhole spirit,soul,andbodybe preservedblamelessatthe comingof our Lord JesusChrist.”
Adventistsbelievethathumanbeingsare anintegratedunit:physical,emotional,mental,andspiritual.
What affectsourphysical healthaffectsourstate of mind.Whataffectsour state of mindaffectsour
physical health.Whataffectsourmental andphysical healthaffectsouremotional health.Whataffects
our physical,mental,andemotional healthaffectsourspiritual health.
Healthful lifestylepracticesopenthe mindsothatthe HolySpiritcan take full control andprepare the
whole personforthe comingof Jesus.Inthiswaythe HolySpiritcan empowerustosurrenderourlives
fullytoJesus.It’simpossibletoobtainsalvation bydietorexercise;salvationcomesonlythroughthe
grace of JesusChrist.WhenHisgrace permeatesourlives,however,we consecrate everyaspectof our
4. beingstoHim inpreparationforHissoonreturn.The healthmessage ispartof His last-daymessage of
giving“glorytoHim” inthe final generation.3
More Effective Witnessing
The healthmessage enablesustobe the mostpowerful witnessespossible forJesusaswe approachHis
return.Many people willneverbe reachedthroughadirectproclamationof God’sWord. But whenwe
approach themwithkindness,love,andunderstanding,whenwe sympathize withthemovertheir
struggleswithhealthissues,doorsare openedtothe medical missionarythatare not openedtoone
whoproclaimsthe gospel only.
AgaininMatthew9 we read: “Astheywentout,behold,theybroughttoHima man,mute and demon-
possessed.”4Mark8:22 tellsus,“He came to Bethsaida;andtheybroughta blindmanto Him.” Again
and againmedical missionariesbroughtpeople toJesus.
EllenWhite wrote,“Nothingwill opendoorsforthe truthlike evangelisticmedical missionarywork.”5
The Ultimate Goal
What thenisthe ultimate purpose of medical missionarywork?It’scertainlytogive uslonger,healthier
livesanda more intimate relationshipwithJesus.Butitalsoprovidesuswithopportunitiestoshare
Jesuswithothers.Aswe provide hydrotherapytreatments,encourage smokingcessation,share the
benefitsof ahealthful diet,we are towatchfor momentsinwhichwe can tell of the Creator’slove and
His longingtodevelopaclose relationshipwithHischildrenandalwaysreflectHisgrace.
There’sa difference betweenmedical missionaryworkandprovidingonlyhealtheducation.We are
medical missionarieswithataskto accomplishfor Jesus.We are much more interestedinthe soulsof
menand womenthanwe are inmerelyhelpingthemtolive afew yearslongeronthisearth.We want
themto live eternallywithJesus.
If love forothersleadsus to workas a health professional—physician,dentist,healtheducator—orto
share the benefitsof healthful livinginmore simple wayssuchaswithcookingschoolsandsmoking-
cessationprograms,thatsame love shouldcompel ustointroduce otherstoJesus,the true health
restorer,ourfriendandSavior.