The joy of theology is just that—joyous conversations with the ultimate Author of the Word, the One who would like to be discovered in His Word.

This collection of reflections from a wide range of authors from around the globe was originally published in Adventist World. Women and men, theologians and non-theologians, young and old and in between—each one shares their interactions with a particular Bible belief. As they spell out their personal faith, you may be challenged to examine your own spiritual journey.

As you read these engaging chapters about the Seventh-day Adventist fundamental beliefs, you will discover not only spiritual nourishment, encouragement, and truth but also joy. It’s the joy of spending time with God’s personal message for humanity.

Get to know the One who would like to be discovered in His Word.

Contents

Introduction - The Joy of Theology | Gerald A. Klingbeil
Preamble - Big-Picture Theology | Lothar Wilhelm

The Word of God - God’s Message to Us | Gordon E. Christo
The Trinity - 1 + 1 + 1 = 1 | Norman R. Gulley
The Father - Meet My Father | Clinton Wahlen
The Son - Jesus, Center of All Our Hopes | William G. Johnsson
The Holy Spirit - Your Divine Supporter | Aecio E. Cairus
Creation - Creation Wonders | John T. Baldwin, Leonard R. Brand, Arthur Chadwick, Randall W. Younker
The Nature of Humanity - Who Am I? | Gerald A. Klingbeil
The Great Controversy - The Battle Is On | Alberto R. Timm
The Life, Death, and Resurrection of Jesus - Three Essentials of the Christian Faith | Elias Brasil de Souza
The Experience of Salvation - What Is It Like to Be a Christian? | Robert K. McIver
Growing in Christ - Growing Pains and Gains | Mxolisi Michael Sokupa
The Church - Church, Anyone? | Chantal J. Klingbeil
The Remnant and Its Mission - The Remnant | Kim Papaioannou
Unity in the Body of Christ - Pressing Together | Ekkehardt Mueller
Baptism - The Christian Rite of Passage | Thurman C. Petty Jr.
The Lord’s Supper - The Lord’s Supper | Gerald A. Klingbeil
Spiritual Gifts and Ministries - God’s Gift List | James A. Park
The Gift of Prophecy - The Gift of Prophecy | Gerhard Pfandl
The Law of God - Prescription for Freedom | Gabriel Maurer
The Sabbath - Finding God’s Rhythm | Dennis Meier
Stewardship - Stewardship: A Gift of the Heart! | Penny Brink
Christian Behavior - Behave Yourself! | Ray Roennfeldt
Marriage and the Family - Enjoying the Journey Together | Carol Tasker and David Tasker
Christ’s Ministry in the Heavenly Sanctuary - After the Cross | Roy Adams
The Second Coming of Christ - The Second Coming of Jesus | Alexis A. Goring
Death and Resurrection - The Final Rescue | Mark A. Finley
The Millennium and the End of Sin - When Sin Will Be No More | Martin G. Klingbeil
The New Earth - The New Earth—Under Construction | Keisha McKenzie