Editorials

Editorial by Marcellus T. Robinson

I was pleasantly surprised to receive a flyer in the mail from one of our own churches the other day. This church, located about eight miles from my home, invited all in the neighboring community to join its “Forecasting Hope” prophecy seminar, providing all the necessary information for me to attend. So, attend I did.

On my way to the church, I received a call from G. Alexander Bryant, president of the North American Division, in which I shared with him that I was headed to a local church that was engaging in Pentecost 2025 to carry out the mission of evangelism. We rejoiced in the moment!

Editorial by Dillon C. Zimmerman 

What does service look like to you?  

Editorial by Elaine Lopez

I hear the beeping of machines, distant chatter and a grumpy voice calling for attention. These are the sounds of the Emergency Department where I currently find myself just two weeks before school begins.

For the past two years, these sounds have become familiar, as I’ve navigated challenges in every area of my life—particularly with my health and family. However, I have also experienced miracles that have left me in awe, reinforcing my belief that I serve a very real God.

Editorial by Kelly Butler Coe

At worship on Monday mornings, our prayer and praise time with the office staff at the Columbia Union Conference is especially meaningful. Every week, I eagerly anticipate a praise report from Rubén Ramos, Columbia Union’s vice president for Multilingual Ministries. His eyes light up—beaming with warmth and joy—as he regularly recounts beautiful stories of people who have decided to give their lives to the Lord.

Editorial by Weymouth Spence, WAU president