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60 years ago, Singapore was a sleepy trading outpost of the British empire at only 736 sq. km in size; with no natural resource, farmland, nor hinterland. Today, Singapore is a 1st world nation with a GDP of US$501 billion in 2023, ranked by IMF as the 4th richest nation per capita GDP in the world. WHY has God blessed us so richly, and in such a short time? How is this all tied to our call as an Antioch for Asia?

Episódio apresentado a pastores de uma associação da União Noroeste Brasileira em 8 de maio de 2025.

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Como Ensinar Valores de Mordomia Cristã - ideias praticas

O que é Mordomia Cristã? É o serviço daquele que põem de parte o “eu”, aceita o Senhorio de Cristo, e guiado pelo Espírito Santo, trabalha em íntima relação com Deus, como Seu representante, administrando Seus negócios nesta Terra.

O FOCO DO DEPARTAMENTO DE MORDOMIA CRISTÃ: 

PERGUNTA CRUCIAL

 Qual é o meu objetivo com o ensino?

•Atrair mais dinheiro para a Igreja?

•Levar pessoas a conhecer a Deus?

VANTAGENS DA PRÁTICA DA DADIVOSIDADE ESPIRITUAL

•Confiança em Deus é exercitada (Prov. 3:5, 9)

•Esperança de eternidade é fortalecida (Mat. 6:21; Col. 3:1-3)

•Paz é o resultado (Isa. 48:18; 27:5)

Tipos de Ensino:

• Exemplo (modelagem) - o mais eficaz

• Verbal, Expositivo - o menos eficaz se usado isoladamente. Não causa transformação se não for acompanhado de prática e exemplo. Sermão.

• Dialógico (ou socrático) - baseado no diálogo (informal), na troca de ideias e perguntas-respostas. (Jesus usava muito esse método). Acampamentos, visitas às classes infantis, viagens, caminhadas, esportes…

• Experiencial (aprendizagem pela experiencia) - vivencias práticas, viagens missionárias, trabalhos voluntários, dramatizações, estágios, etc.

• Colaborativo ou cooperativo - aprendizagem ocore em grupo (Pequenos Grupos)

• Indutivo - Parte-se da experiência ou observação de casos particulares para chegar a princípios gerais. Exemplo: estudo da Bíblia a partir de textos concretos antes de formular doutrinas.

• Dedutivo - Parte de princípios ou verdades gerais para aplicá-los a situações específicas. Exemplo: aplicar um ensinamento bíblico a um problema atual.

• Visual ou audiovisual - Uso de imagens, vídeos, gráficos, objetos para facilitar a compreensão. Muito eficaz para aprendizes visuais ou em contextos com barreiras linguísticas.

• Repetição e memorização - Baseado na repetição de conteúdos até que sejam fixados. Comum no ensino de versos bíblicos ou catecismos. nao garante entendimento nem aplicação da verdade.

A melhor abordagem é a combinada, usando:

• Exemplo para inspirar,

• Experiência prática para consolidar,

• Diálogo para refletir e aplicar,

• Ensino verbal para instruir,

• Elementos visuais para facilitar a compreensão.

Paulo: Gal 2:19-20 - estou crucificado com Cristo…

Isa 53

Fil 2:5-11

Fil 3:7-11

1. Viver os valores ou princípios a serem ensinados (integridade). Como eles se refletem na minha vida?
1. Prioridade: “Primeiro Deus” (Mat 6:33)
1. Reflete-se nas minhas acoes diárias. 
2. Humildade: quem deve aparecer, sobressair? Joao 1:6-8 Houve um homem enviado por Deus cujo nome era João. Este veio como testemunha para que testificase a respeito da luz, a fim de todos virem a crer por intermédio dele. Ele nao era a luz, mas veio para que testificasse da luz.
3. Propriedade - Sal 24:1; Ag 2:8; Sal 50:10-12
1. Deus, o Dono de todas as coisas (“Minha é a prata, meu o ouro…). O dizimo e o pacto exercitam esta noção. 
1. Tenho um certo apego às coisas materiais? 
2. Fico triste quando as perco? 
3. Tenho certa tendencia para a ostentação?
4. Meu corpo é Sua propriedade. Cuido do corpo como pertencendo a  Ele?

1. Sustentabilidade - Ele é o provedor (Fil 4:19)
1. Ando preocupado com coisas materiais? 
2. Gasto tempo pensando no salário e em como ganhar mais?
2. Conf

From skipping homework to compose on Sibelius at age 12 to arranging for acclaimed gospel groups, Reuben Hall's musical journey is one of passion and dedication. Now based in London, the arranger, composer, and violinist joins Kahn to share the story behind his beautiful instrumental of the Christmas hymn, "Gesù Bambino." Reuben also breaks down the practical side of music ministry, discussing royalties, distributors, and the most effective ways the church community can support its artists.

Thank you for listening to Adventist Music! We'd love to hear how this episode inspired you. Connect with us on social media or email Kahn at [email protected].

Discover Reuben Hall's arrangement of "Gesù Bambino" on Spotify and connect with him on his social channels.

Tune in next month for another inspiring story from a talented Adventist artist. This episode was produced by Kahn Ellmers for Blue Vineyard Audio. For professional audio production, visit bluevineyardaudio.com.

God’s Original Plan

Read Exodus 23:20-33. What methods did God desire to use for conquering the Promised Land?

It was not God’s intention for the Israelites to fight for their new territory; it was to be given to them. It had been promised to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob and should have been received as God’s special gift to Israel.

The model for the conquest of the Promised Land was demonstrated during the crossing of the Red Sea. God fought for His people and gave them total victory over those planning to kill them (Exod. 14:13-14). The Egyptians were defeated because the Lord miraculously intervened. Similarly, in the time of the Assyrian king Sennacherib, God also defeated the vast, heavily equipped, and well-trained Assyrian army, but without the Israelites having to fight. God granted victory because King Hezekiah believed God’s word given to him through the prophet Isaiah (2 Kings 19:35, Isa. 37:36).

God informed Abraham that the Promised Land would not be immediately given to his posterity, but only after 400 years (Gen. 15:13-16). Why? The reason was related to the wickedness of the inhabitants of the land of Canaan. God was mercifully working with those people and gave them another period of grace to repent. However, they continued in their rebellion against God and His values, so when the iniquity of those nations was complete, God was ready to give their territory to the Hebrews as a new homeland.

In addition, God promised that He would drive the nations out ahead of Israel by two unusual but very effective methods: (1) by sending terror and fear upon wicked nations, and (2) with hornets that would drive the people away. Before the Israelites arrived in the new territory, their enemies would abandon the place, and "turn their backs and run" (Exod. 23:27-28, NIV).

The crucial role in the conquest of the Promised Land is played by the Angel of God. This Messenger was Christ, who guided Israel, conquered territories, and protected them. He was the pillar of cloud guiding them during the day and the pillar of fire during the night. Israel had to pay careful attention and listen to Him because He had divine authority (Exod. 23:21). Defiance of God’s will and unbelief in His leadership would complicate their advancement.

What does this idea, that of God giving those pagans many years to change their ways, teach us about God’s grace, but also about the limits of that grace for those who refuse to accept it?

Gan Dunnington, MD, cardiothoracic surgeon at Adventist Health St. Helena, joins host Japhet De Oliveira to discuss following in his parents' footsteps by pursuing medicine, his pack of Labrador retrievers, and his love for the community he serves.

In a culture deeply skeptical of authority, Jesus offers a revolutionary model of leadership. By uniting the roles of judge, priest, king, and prophet, Jesus could have become the ultimate tyrant. Instead, at His baptism, God declared Him both King (Psalm 2:7) and Servant (Isaiah 42:1). Throughout His ministry, Jesus consistently rejected power without service, even when tempted by Satan in the wilderness and mocked at the cross. This servant-king model transforms our understanding of authority—showing that true leadership combines power with selfless service to others. The future of Christianity depends on followers embracing this countercultural approach of denying ourselves and living for others rather than seeking power for its own sake.