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FREEDOM TO BE HEALED (April 24, 2026)

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2026/04/23

It seems, at first, a profoundly foolish question: “Do you want to be healed?”Jesus once asked it of a paralyzed man who for 38 years had lingered beside a legendary pool. The answer feels self-evident: who wouldn’t instantly reach out for healing, for wholeness, for a mended body and the restoration of fractured relationships? But Jesus knows how tenderly we caress our wounds; how suffering weaves itself into our core; how grief and bitterness pulse with dark, compelling energy. So He lingers

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unScripted EP 10 | Heaven's Riskiest Adoption

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2026/04/18

What if God’s radical love turns messy, broken lives into cherished members of His family?In this engaging episode, Shawn Boonstra and Siku Dako explore the powerful April issue of Adventist Review, centered on the theme of adoption. Discover how one family’s real-life adoption story reveals breathtaking truths about God’s costly, inconvenient love for us—while we were still sinners. They also unpack President Erton Kohler’s timely call for right motives and Christlike methods (especially online),

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unScripted ep 12 | GC Date Got Changed?

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2026/04/17

What if your faithful tithes and offerings are quietly fueling a massive global push to finish God's work? In this special edition of Unscripted, recorded live from Spring Meeting at the General Conference, Shawn Boonstra and Justin Kim break down the latest financial reports with surprising transparency and hope. Discover how the church is staying fiscally responsible amid global uncertainty, exceeding goals for One Voice 2027—the bold initiative marking 2,000 years since Jesus’ baptism—and

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HELP MY UNBELIEF (April 17, 2026)

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2026/04/16

So you don’t have perfect faith. There are moments—even hours or days—when trusting God’s continued goodness seems beyond your reach. You wonder if the effort of this life of trust is wise—or yields anything. Join the crowd—the great, blood-washed crowd of those who say they follow Jesus. Unlike the spiritually intimidating stories we often tell each other, there are no sturdy souls who never know a moment’s doubt—who always sing the sun up in the morning and bless the coolness of the night. We

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How the Bible Affects Money — Alistair Huong

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2026/04/15

What if the way you handle money revealed the true condition of your heart and faith? This insightful article lays out 10 powerful, timeless biblical principles that transform how Seventh-day Adventists view finances—from recognizing God as the true Owner of everything, to living as faithful stewards who multiply resources for His mission. Discover why tithing is only the starting point, how to avoid losing the Lord’s capital, and why generous, responsible management trains us for eternity. Far more

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She Opened the way to Christ (April 13, 2026)

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2026/04/09

What if one courageous woman, stepping off a ship in 1895 with nothing but faith and a trunk, could spark an entire mission movement across India? Georgia Burrus arrived alone in Calcutta—no station, no salary, no guarantees—yet quietly entered zenanas, taught Bible stories, and opened hearts. From her humble school came India’s first Adventist converts: a suffering widow and a brave child widow who chose Christ over family and fortune. Their transformed lives ignited a flame that spread through

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More than Interpretation (April 20, 2026)

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2026/04/09

What if the key to vibrant Deaf ministry isn’t just skilled interpreters—but genuine partnership? When hearing and Deaf Adventists team up beyond translation, something powerful happens: walls crumble, gifts flourish, and the gospel reaches hearts in fresh ways. From a hesitant teen interpreter mentored by a Deaf believer, to a small church where members learned basic signs to welcome visitors, these stories reveal how love and collaboration turn Sabbath-morning strain into Sabbath joy. Discover why

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Adopted by Love (April 6, 2026)

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2026/04/09

What if one risky decision to open your home could forever change two families—yours and a child’s? When a couple welcomed a troubled Ukrainian girl for Christmas, they never imagined the chalk heart she’d draw with their names, declaring them “сім’я”—family. What began as compassion led to costly adoption, deep healing, and a profound glimpse into God’s heart. Through laughter, tears, and transformation, they discovered how divine love moves us from orphan to heir, from fear to belonging. This

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How Superstitions Are Ruining Spirituality | EP 8...

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2026/04/09

This week on unScripted from the Adventist Review, we dive into the March edition and uncover some eye-opening truths!We explore how superstition can quietly creep into Christian (and Adventist) life—morning devotion guilt, fear-based rituals, not putting anything on the Bible, and more. Seth Pierce’s powerful article challenges us: Is our faith rooted in Scripture or mixed with magical thinking? Then we tackle one of the most shocking stats: One-third of Seventh-day Adventists worldwide still

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unScripted EP 9 | Church Dropout Crisis

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2026/04/09

Join Shawn Boonstra and Justin Kim in unScripted EP 9 for raw talks on SDA life from the March Adventist Review. Tackle the hot debate on Ellen White's city vs. country counsel in our urban world – is it time to step up outreach? Face the facts on marijuana and vaping: are they harmless highs or faith-killers? Plus, Shane Anderson's 7 raw reasons people skip church, with real tips to connect and keep them. Subscribe for unfiltered Adventist insights! Hit the bell. #unscriptedmoments

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A MELODY FOR THE UNCHAINED (April 10, 2026)

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2026/04/08

Is grace, at heart, believable?‘Of course,’ you say. Why not believe? It’s the noun that always follows “Amazing,” the tune the bagpipers skirl at dawn; the soaring hymn a tenor lifts into a vast cathedral. For some, it may be what the sermon is about, or what we learned in Bible class. But is grace believable at the baseline of our fears—in those tough places in the soul where shame and memory combust to make us cringe again, again? Does grace reach down below the intellect, the wonderful idea,

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THE MORNING DOUBTS DISAPPEAR (April 03, 2026)

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2026/04/02

“What if?” the soldiers wondered, as they watched His body sag. “A miracle man with a brazen claim—could He really rise again?”“What if?” the wise ones wondered, with a nagging, dull unease. “Could disciples come in the dead of night and spirit His body away?” “What if?” the governor worried, as he doubled the guarding troops. “Is there truly a power in heaven or hell that would dare to break my seal?” But the doubts that rang in their hollow souls had begun to lose their grip. This Man had

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THE JOURNEY OF A WEEK (March 27, 2026)

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2026/03/26

We walk the Passion story slowly, knowing it will seem to end as far too many stories end—with pain, with shame, with lonely death.The palm fronds we waved wildly on Sunday were woven into simple brooms that swept up 30 tarnished silver pieces; in ropes that tied Messiah to the blood-stained lashing post on Friday. All things trudge slowly toward His end, as if no other fate could be. Of Himself, the Saviour said: “The Son of Man will be handed over to the chief priests and the scribes, and they

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NOTHING IN MY HAND I BRING (March 20, 2026)

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2026/03/19

Ever long for the bad old days when you could at least depend upon yourself?We tire of grace when we’re tempted by the easy arrogance of effort. “If I just say another prayer; read another Bible verse; light another candle—then I can pull the love of God toward me and close up any distance.” We think to work our way back toward His will with scrupulous self-discipline—with vegetables, and fasting, and money given to the homeless. We want connection, but without the cross. As satisfying as it can

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A WORLD WITHOUT HATE (March 13, 2026)

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2026/03/12

The great illusion of our age is that the world must be divisible into clans and races and nations who inevitably hate each other. The histories of some countries—and entire political careers—have been built on this dangerous idea. Left versus right; rich opposed to poor; theists against atheists; the educated despising the illiterate. Trillions of dollars, euros, yen and rubles have been invested to sustain this pernicious illusion, for much money can be made by channeling hatred and

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Ep 6 unScripted—Daniel 3's Fiery lists

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2026/03/11

Welcome to Episode 6 of unScripted — live real talk on what's happening in the Seventh-day Adventist Church right now. Shawn Boonstra and Justin Kim unpack the latest Adventist Review, Bible truths, and jaw-dropping mission stories.This episode covers: New March 2026 Adventist Review spotlight: Superstition cover story + Justin's editorial "etcetera" on Daniel 3—why the Bible's repetitive lists poetically shout God's total supremacy over every power and ritual. The One Voice global initiative:

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A LIGHT THAT NEVER FAILS (March 06, 2026)

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2026/03/05

If you should meet a person happy with his life, or joyful in her story, you’ve likely met someone experiencing the deep security of living in the grace of God.He can look upon the rubble of his past with clarity but without shame—for he has found the liberating power of forgiveness. She can candidly assess the threats and stress the future may portend without the customary fear: her “life is hid with Christ in God” (Col 3:3). They do not take themselves too seriously, for they are quick to tell

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unScripted Episode 5 | Can the Church Ever Be Wrong?

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2026/03/04

Can the SDA Church ever be wrong? Was Hitler really a Christian? And was that "impression" from God... or just last night's pizza? 😅In this raw, no-holds-barred episode of unScripted, Shawn Boonstra sits down with Adventist Review assistant editor Jonathan (the guy with the fancy logo code we all envy) for real talk straight from the heart of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. We dive into: Audrey Anderson's powerful GC article: "Could the Church Be Wrong?" – Yes, mistakes happen, but God still

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TOO GOOD TO BE FALSE (February 27, 2026)

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2026/02/26

It’s the critic’s counterclaim, the “faithful doubter’s” last redoubt:“Say less about the grace of God, and more of human duty.” Afraid that others may secure by gift what they haven’t won by long, intensive effort, persistent voices challenge those who speak and preach of grace. “You make it all too easy,” they complain. “Where’s the struggle, pain, and sacrifice? Where are the nights of deep uncertainty when you despair of ever being right with God?” There’s just one answer for such fears, and

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unScripted EP 4 | Why God Didn't Heal Like We Prayed

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2026/02/25

In this episode of unScripted from the Adventist Review, Shawn Boonstra sits down with associate editor Sikhu Daco to unpack the powerful February 2026 issue.They dive deep into: Emily Gibbs' raw testimony: diagnosed with a brain tumor while pregnant — "Not One Miracle" explores why God sometimes works beyond physical healing. Dr. John Shin (Loma Linda oncologist): "Dying to Live" — what if the SDA health message isn't primarily about living longer on earth? James & Ellen White's real marriage:

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