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	* Vol. 1, p.131,132, Testimonies for the Church. This statement was made in 1856 and everyone present in that meeting is now dead. None lived to see Christ return. This is clearly a false prophecy. White		* Vol. 1, p.131,132, Testimonies for the Church. This statement was made in 1856 and everyone present in that meeting is now dead. None lived to see Christ return. This is clearly a false prophecy. White
	made no conditions for the fulfillment of this prophecy.		made no conditions for the fulfillment of this prophecy.

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	The Seventh-day Adventist Church is the largest of several [[Adventist]] groups which arose from the [[Millerites\|Millerite]] movement of the 1840s in upstate [[New York]], a phase of the [[Second Great Awakening]]. Miller predicted on the basis of [[Daniel 8:14]]–[[Daniel 8:16\|16]] and the "[[day-year principle]]", that [[Jesus Christ]] would return to Earth on October 22, [[1844 AD\|1844]]. [[Great Disappointment\|When this did not happen]], most of his followers disbanded and returned to their original churches.		The Seventh-day Adventist Church is the largest of several [[Adventist]] groups which arose from the [[Millerites\|Millerite]] movement of the 1840s in upstate [[New York]], a phase of the [[Second Great Awakening]]. Miller predicted on the basis of [[Daniel 8:14]]–[[Daniel 8:16\|16]] and the "[[day-year principle]]", that [[Jesus Christ]] would return to Earth on October 22, [[1844 AD\|1844]]. [[Great Disappointment\|When this did not happen]], most of his followers disbanded and returned to their original churches.

	Some Millerites came to believe that Miller's calculations were correct, but that his interpretation of [[Daniel 8:14]] was flawed as he assumed it was the 'earth that was to be cleansed' or Christ would come to cleanse the world. These Adventists arrived at the conviction that [[Daniel 8:14]] foretold Christ's entrance into the Most Holy Place of the heavenly sanctuary rather than his [[second coming]]. Although in [[Hebrews 10:12]] is states that this wa alread accomplished after Christ's ~~ressurection~~. Over the next decade this understanding developed into the false doctrine of the [[investigative judgment]]: an [[eschatology\|eschatological]] process commencing in [[1844 AD\|1844]] in which Christians will be judged to verify their eligibility for salvation and God's justice will be confirmed before the universe. The Adventists continued to believe that Christ's second coming would be imminent and White falsely predicted in [[1856 AD\|1856]] that some living would live to see Christ return:		Some Millerites came to believe that Miller's calculations were correct, but that his interpretation of [[Daniel 8:14]] was flawed as he assumed it was the 'earth that was to be cleansed' or Christ would come to cleanse the world. These Adventists arrived at the conviction that [[Daniel 8:14]] foretold Christ's entrance into the Most Holy Place of the heavenly sanctuary rather than his [[second coming]]. Although in [[Hebrews 10:12]] is states that this wa alread accomplished after Christ's resurrection. Over the next decade this understanding developed into the false doctrine of the [[investigative judgment]]: an [[eschatology\|eschatological]] process commencing in [[1844 AD\|1844]] in which Christians will be judged to verify their eligibility for salvation and God's justice will be confirmed before the universe. The Adventists continued to believe that Christ's second coming would be imminent and White falsely predicted in [[1856 AD\|1856]] that some living would live to see Christ return:

	:‘I was shown the company present at the Conference. Said the angel: ‘Some food for worms, some subjects of the 7 last plagues, some will be alive and remain upon the earth to be translated at the coming of Jesus.'’ <sup>[]</sup> See [[False Prophecies of Ellen G, White]]		:‘I was shown the company present at the Conference. Said the angel: ‘Some food for worms, some subjects of the 7 last plagues, some will be alive and remain upon the earth to be translated at the coming of Jesus.'’ <sup>[]</sup> See [[False Prophecies of Ellen G, White]]
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	The official teachings of the Seventh-day Adventist cult are expressed in its [[28 Fundamental Beliefs]]. This statement of beliefs was originally adopted by the [[General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists\|General Conference]] in [[1980 AD\|1980]], with an additional belief (number 11) being added in [[2005 AD\|2005]]. Acceptance of either of the church's two [[Adventist baptismal vow\|baptismal vows]] is a prerequisite for membership. The following statement of beliefs is not meant to be read or received as a "creed" that is set in theological concrete. [[Adventists]] falsely claim have but one creed: “The Bible, and the Bible alone.” The reality is, many of their main beliefs and practices, such as [[Sabbath Keeping]], [[Investigative Judgment]], [[Great Controversy]] etc, have no biblical foundation, but are founded in teachings of [[Ellen G. White]]'s.		The official teachings of the Seventh-day Adventist cult are expressed in its [[28 Fundamental Beliefs]]. This statement of beliefs was originally adopted by the [[General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists\|General Conference]] in [[1980 AD\|1980]], with an additional belief (number 11) being added in [[2005 AD\|2005]]. Acceptance of either of the church's two [[Adventist baptismal vow\|baptismal vows]] is a prerequisite for membership. The following statement of beliefs is not meant to be read or received as a "creed" that is set in theological concrete. [[Adventists]] falsely claim have but one creed: “The Bible, and the Bible alone.” The reality is, many of their main beliefs and practices, such as [[Sabbath Keeping]], [[Investigative Judgment]], [[Great Controversy]] etc, have no biblical foundation, but are founded in teachings of [[Ellen G. White]]'s.

	Most Adventist doctrine resembles [[trinitarianism\|trinitarian]] [[Protestantism\|Protestant]] theology, with [[premillennialism\|premillennial]] and [[Arminianism\|Arminian]] emphases. Adventists uphold teachings such as the infallibility of [[Bible\|Scripture]], the substitutionary [[Atonement in Christianity\|atonement]], the [[resurrection of the dead]] and [[justification (theology)\|justification]] [[Sola fide\|by faith alone]], and are therefore often considered [[evangelicalism\|evangelical]].<sup>[]</sup> In common with certain other Christian churches, they believe in [[believers baptism\|baptism by immersion]] and [[creationism\|creation]] in [[Young Earth creationism\|six literal days]]. (The modern Creationist movement started with Adventist [[George McCready Price]], who was inspired by a vision of Ellen White.<sup>[]</sup>) Because Adventists do not seem as cultic as the Jehovah's Witnesses, they are many times accepted into evangelical churches as orthodox, but true ~~adventists~~ will claim that all believers who go to church on Sunday are in danger of damnation and will eventually take the Mark of the Beast.		Most Adventist doctrine resembles [[trinitarianism\|trinitarian]] [[Protestantism\|Protestant]] theology, with [[premillennialism\|premillennial]] and [[Arminianism\|Arminian]] emphases. Adventists uphold teachings such as the infallibility of [[Bible\|Scripture]], the substitutionary [[Atonement in Christianity\|atonement]], the [[resurrection of the dead]] and [[justification (theology)\|justification]] [[Sola fide\|by faith alone]], and are therefore often considered [[evangelicalism\|evangelical]].<sup>[]</sup> In common with certain other Christian churches, they believe in [[believers baptism\|baptism by immersion]] and [[creationism\|creation]] in [[Young Earth creationism\|six literal days]]. (The modern Creationist movement started with Adventist [[George McCready Price]], who was inspired by a vision of Ellen White.<sup>[]</sup>) Because Adventists do not seem as cultic as the Jehovah's Witnesses, they are many times accepted into evangelical churches as orthodox, but true Adventists will claim that all believers who go to church on Sunday are in danger of damnation and will eventually take the Mark of the Beast.

	In addition, there is a generally recognized set of "distinctive" doctrines which distinguish Adventism from the rest of the Christian world, although not all of these teachings are wholly unique to Adventism:		In addition, there is a generally recognized set of "distinctive" doctrines which distinguish Adventism from the rest of the Christian world, although not all of these teachings are wholly unique to Adventism:
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	* Vol. 1, p.131,132, Testimonies for the Church. This statement was made in 1856 and everyone present in that meeting is now dead. None lived to see Christ return. This is clearly a false prophecy. White		* Vol. 1, p.131,132, Testimonies for the Church. This statement was made in 1856 and everyone present in that meeting is now dead. None lived to see Christ return. This is clearly a false prophecy. White
	made no conditions for the ~~fulfilment~~ of this prophecy.		made no conditions for the fulfillment of this prophecy.

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	* '''Remnant''' (fundamental belief 13)—There will be an end-time [[remnant (Adventist)\|remnant]] who keep the commandments of God and have "the testimony of Jesus" ([[Revelation 12:17]]). This remnant proclaims the "[[three angels' messages]]" of [[Revelation 14:6]]–[[Revelation 14:12\|12]] to the world.		* '''Remnant''' (fundamental belief 13)—There will be an end-time [[remnant (Adventist)\|remnant]] who keep the commandments of God and have "the testimony of Jesus" ([[Revelation 12:17]]). This remnant proclaims the "[[three angels' messages]]" of [[Revelation 14:6]]–[[Revelation 14:12\|12]] to the world.
	* '''Spirit of Prophecy''' (fundamental belief 18)—The ministry of [[Ellen G. White]] is commonly referred to as the "[[Spirit of Prophecy (Adventist)\|Spirit of Prophecy]]" and her writings are considered "a continuing and authoritative source of truth",<sup>[]</sup> though ultimately and in absolute terms subject to the Bible; the highest authority of faith for the church. (See: ''[[Inspiration of Ellen White]]'')		* '''Spirit of Prophecy''' (fundamental belief 18)—The ministry of [[Ellen G. White]] is commonly referred to as the "[[Spirit of Prophecy (Adventist)\|Spirit of Prophecy]]" and her writings are considered "a continuing and authoritative source of truth",<sup>[]</sup> though ultimately and in absolute terms subject to the Bible; the highest authority of faith for the church. (See: ''[[Inspiration of Ellen White]]'')

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	=== Theological spectrum ===		=== Theological spectrum ===
	As with any religious movement, a theological spectrum exists within Adventism comparable to the [[Christian fundamentalism\|fundamentalist]]-conservative-moderate-[[liberal Christianity\|liberal]] spectrum in the wider Christian church and in other religions. A variety of groups, movements or [[subcultures]] within the church present differing views on beliefs and lifestyle.		As with any religious movement, a theological spectrum exists within Adventism comparable to the [[Christian fundamentalism\|fundamentalist]]-conservative-moderate-[[liberal Christianity\|liberal]] spectrum in the wider Christian church and in other religions. A variety of groups, movements or [[subcultures]] within the church present differing views on beliefs and lifestyle.

	The conservative end of the theological spectrum is represented by [[historic Adventist]]s, who are characterized by their opposition to theological trends within the denomination, beginning in the ~~1950s~~.<sup>[]</sup> They object to theological compromises with evangelicalism, and seek to defend what they consider to be traditional Adventist teachings such as the [[Last_Generation_Theology#Christology_-_The_human_nature_of_Jesus_Christ\|human post-fall nature]] of Jesus Christ, an [[investigative judgment]], and character [[Last Generation Theology\|perfectionism]].<sup>[]</sup> Historic Adventism is represented by some scholars,<sup>[]</sup> is also seen at the [[grassroots]] level of the church<sup>[]</sup> and is often promoted through [[Independent ministries of the Seventh-day Adventist Church\|independent ministries]].		The conservative end of the theological spectrum is represented by [[historic Adventist]]s, who are characterized by their opposition to theological trends within the denomination, beginning in the [[1950 AD\|1950]]s.<sup>[]</sup> They object to theological compromises with evangelicalism, and seek to defend what they consider to be traditional Adventist teachings such as the [[Last_Generation_Theology#Christology_-_The_human_nature_of_Jesus_Christ\|human post-fall nature]] of Jesus Christ, an [[investigative judgment]], and character [[Last Generation Theology\|perfectionism]].<sup>[]</sup> Historic Adventism is represented by some scholars,<sup>[]</sup> is also seen at the [[grassroots]] level of the church<sup>[]</sup> and is often promoted through [[Independent ministries of the Seventh-day Adventist Church\|independent ministries]].

	The most liberal elements in the church are typically known as [[progressive Adventist]]s (progressive Adventists generally do not identify with [[liberal Christianity]]). They tend to disagree with more traditional views concerning the [[Prophetic gift of Ellen White\|inspiration of Ellen White]], the doctrine of the [[remnant (Adventist)\|remnant]] and the [[investigative judgment]].<sup>[]</sup> The progressive movement is supported by some scholars<sup>[]</sup> and finds expression in bodies such as the [[Association of Adventist Forums]] and in journals such as ''[[Spectrum (magazine)\|Spectrum]]'' and ''[[Adventist Today]]''.		The most liberal elements in the church are typically known as [[progressive Adventist]]s (progressive Adventists generally do not identify with [[liberal Christianity]]). They tend to disagree with more traditional views concerning the [[Prophetic gift of Ellen White\|inspiration of Ellen White]], the doctrine of the [[remnant (Adventist)\|remnant]] and the [[investigative judgment]].<sup>[]</sup> The progressive movement is supported by some scholars<sup>[]</sup> and finds expression in bodies such as the [[Association of Adventist Forums]] and in journals such as ''[[Spectrum (magazine)\|Spectrum]]'' and ''[[Adventist Today]]''.

	=== Theological organizations ===		=== Theological organizations ===
	The [[Biblical Research Institute]] is the official theological research center of the church. The church has two ~~professional~~ organizations for Adventist theologians who are affiliated with the denomination. The [[Adventist Society for Religious Studies]] (ASRS) was formed to foster a community among Adventist theologians who attend the [[Society of Biblical Literature]] (SBL) and the [[American Academy of Religion]]. In 2006 ASRS voted to continue their meetings in the future in conjunction with SBL. During the 1980s the [[Adventist Theological Society]] was formed to provide a forum for more conservative theologians to meet and is held in conjunction with the [[Evangelical Theological Society]].		The [[Biblical Research Institute]] is the official theological research center of the church. The church has two organizations for Adventist theologians who are affiliated with the denomination. The [[Adventist Society for Religious Studies]] (ASRS) was formed to foster a community among Adventist theologians who attend the [[Society of Biblical Literature]] (SBL) and the [[American Academy of Religion]]. In [[2006 AD\|2006]] ASRS voted to continue their meetings in the future in conjunction with SBL. During the 1980s the [[Adventist Theological Society]] was formed to provide a forum for more conservative theologians to meet and is held in conjunction with the [[Evangelical Theological Society]].

	==See Also==		==See Also==

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	''See Also [[Seventh-day Adventist theology]]''		''See Also [[Seventh-day Adventist theology]]''

	The official teachings of the Seventh-day Adventist cult are expressed in its [[28 Fundamental Beliefs]]. This statement of beliefs was originally adopted by the [[General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists\|General Conference]] in [[1980 AD\|1980]], with an additional belief (number 11) being added in [[2005 AD\|2005]]. Acceptance of either of the church's two [[Adventist baptismal vow\|baptismal vows]] is a prerequisite for membership. The following statement of beliefs is not meant to be read or received as a "creed" that is set in theological concrete. [[Adventists]] falsely claim have but one creed: “The Bible, and the Bible alone.” The reality is, many of their main beliefs and practices, such as [[Sabbath Keeping]], [[Investigative Judgment]], [[Great Controversy]] etc, have no biblical foundation, but are founded in teachings of [[Ellen G. White]]'s .		The official teachings of the Seventh-day Adventist cult are expressed in its [[28 Fundamental Beliefs]]. This statement of beliefs was originally adopted by the [[General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists\|General Conference]] in [[1980 AD\|1980]], with an additional belief (number 11) being added in [[2005 AD\|2005]]. Acceptance of either of the church's two [[Adventist baptismal vow\|baptismal vows]] is a prerequisite for membership. The following statement of beliefs is not meant to be read or received as a "creed" that is set in theological concrete. [[Adventists]] falsely claim have but one creed: “The Bible, and the Bible alone.” The reality is, many of their main beliefs and practices, such as [[Sabbath Keeping]], [[Investigative Judgment]], [[Great Controversy]] etc, have no biblical foundation, but are founded in teachings of [[Ellen G. White]]'s.

	~~====EDITED TO HERE====~~		Most Adventist doctrine resembles [[trinitarianism\|trinitarian]] [[Protestantism\|Protestant]] theology, with [[premillennialism\|premillennial]] and [[Arminianism\|Arminian]] emphases. Adventists uphold teachings such as the infallibility of [[Bible\|Scripture]], the substitutionary [[Atonement in Christianity\|atonement]], the [[resurrection of the dead]] and [[justification (theology)\|justification]] [[Sola fide\|by faith alone]], and are therefore often considered [[evangelicalism\|evangelical]].<sup>[]</sup> In common with certain other Christian churches, they believe in [[believers baptism\|baptism by immersion]] and [[creationism\|creation]] in [[Young Earth creationism\|six literal days]]. (The modern Creationist movement started with Adventist [[George McCready Price]], who was inspired by a vision of Ellen White.<sup>[]</sup>) Because Adventists do not seem as cultic as the Jehovah's Witnesses, they are many times accepted into evangelical churches as orthodox, but true adventists will claim that all believers who go to church on Sunday are in danger of damnation and will eventually take the Mark of the Beast.

	Adventist doctrine resembles [[trinitarianism\|trinitarian]] [[Protestantism\|Protestant]] theology, with [[premillennialism\|premillennial]] and [[Arminianism\|Arminian]] emphases. Adventists uphold teachings such as the infallibility of [[Bible\|Scripture]], the substitutionary [[Atonement in Christianity\|atonement]], the [[resurrection of the dead]] and [[justification (theology)\|justification]] [[Sola fide\|by faith alone]], and are therefore often considered [[evangelicalism\|evangelical]].<sup>[]</sup> In common with certain other Christian churches, they believe in [[believers baptism\|baptism by immersion]] and [[creationism\|creation]] in [[Young Earth creationism\|six literal days]]. (The modern Creationist movement started with Adventist [[George McCready Price]], who was inspired by a vision of Ellen White.<sup>[]</sup>)

	In addition, there is a generally recognized set of "distinctive" doctrines which distinguish Adventism from the rest of the Christian world, although not all of these teachings are wholly unique to Adventism:		In addition, there is a generally recognized set of "distinctive" doctrines which distinguish Adventism from the rest of the Christian world, although not all of these teachings are wholly unique to Adventism:
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	* '''Conditional immortality''' (fundamental belief 27)—The wicked will not suffer eternal torment in [[hell]], but instead will be permanently destroyed. (See: [[Christian conditionalism\|Conditional immortality]], [[Annihilationism]])		* '''Conditional immortality''' (fundamental belief 27)—The wicked will not suffer eternal torment in [[hell]], but instead will be permanently destroyed. (See: [[Christian conditionalism\|Conditional immortality]], [[Annihilationism]])
	* '''Great Controversy''' (fundamental belief 8)—Humanity is involved in a "[[Great Controversy theme\|great controversy]]" between [[Jesus Christ]] and [[Satan]]. This is an elaboration on the common Christian theory that evil began in heaven when an angelic being ([[Lucifer]]) rebelled against the Law of God.		* '''Great Controversy''' (fundamental belief 8)—Humanity is involved in a "[[Great Controversy theme\|great controversy]]" between [[Jesus Christ]] and [[Satan]]. This is an elaboration on the common Christian theory that evil began in heaven when an angelic being ([[Lucifer]]) rebelled against the Law of God.
	* '''Heavenly sanctuary''' (fundamental belief 24)—At his ascension, Jesus Christ commenced an [[Atonement in Christianity\|atoning]] ministry in the [[heavenly sanctuary]]. In 1844, he began to cleanse the heavenly sanctuary in fulfillment of the [[Yom Kippur\|Day of Atonement]].		* '''Heavenly sanctuary''' (fundamental belief 24)—At his ascension, Jesus Christ commenced an [[Atonement in Christianity\|atoning]] ministry in the [[heavenly sanctuary]]. In [[1844 AD\|1844]], he began to cleanse the heavenly sanctuary in fulfillment of the [[Yom Kippur\|Day of Atonement]].
	* '''Investigative Judgment''' (fundamental belief 24)—A judgment of professed Christians began in 1844, in which the books of record are examined for all the universe to see. The [[investigative judgment]] will affirm who will receive salvation, and vindicate God as just in his dealings with mankind.		* '''Investigative Judgment''' (fundamental belief 24)—A judgment of professed Christians began in [[1844 AD\|1844]], in which the books of record are examined for all the universe to see. The [[investigative judgment]] will affirm who will receive salvation, and vindicate God as just in his dealings with mankind.
	* '''Remnant''' (fundamental belief 13)—There will be an end-time [[remnant (Adventist)\|remnant]] who keep the commandments of God and have "the testimony of Jesus" ([[Revelation 12:17]]). This remnant proclaims the "[[three angels' messages]]" of [[Revelation 14:6]]–[[Revelation 14:12\|12]] to the world.		* '''Remnant''' (fundamental belief 13)—There will be an end-time [[remnant (Adventist)\|remnant]] who keep the commandments of God and have "the testimony of Jesus" ([[Revelation 12:17]]). This remnant proclaims the "[[three angels' messages]]" of [[Revelation 14:6]]–[[Revelation 14:12\|12]] to the world.
	* '''Spirit of Prophecy''' (fundamental belief 18)—The ministry of [[Ellen G. White]] is commonly referred to as the "[[Spirit of Prophecy (Adventist)\|Spirit of Prophecy]]" and her writings are considered "a continuing and authoritative source of truth",<sup>[]</sup> though ultimately and in absolute terms subject to the Bible; the highest authority of faith for the church. (See: ''[[Inspiration of Ellen White]]'')		* '''Spirit of Prophecy''' (fundamental belief 18)—The ministry of [[Ellen G. White]] is commonly referred to as the "[[Spirit of Prophecy (Adventist)\|Spirit of Prophecy]]" and her writings are considered "a continuing and authoritative source of truth",<sup>[]</sup> though ultimately and in absolute terms subject to the Bible; the highest authority of faith for the church. (See: ''[[Inspiration of Ellen White]]'')

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	=== Theological spectrum ===		=== Theological spectrum ===

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	* '''Heavenly sanctuary''' (fundamental belief 24)—At his ascension, Jesus Christ commenced an [[Atonement in Christianity\|atoning]] ministry in the [[heavenly sanctuary]]. In 1844, he began to cleanse the heavenly sanctuary in fulfillment of the [[Yom Kippur\|Day of Atonement]].		* '''Heavenly sanctuary''' (fundamental belief 24)—At his ascension, Jesus Christ commenced an [[Atonement in Christianity\|atoning]] ministry in the [[heavenly sanctuary]]. In 1844, he began to cleanse the heavenly sanctuary in fulfillment of the [[Yom Kippur\|Day of Atonement]].
	* '''Investigative Judgment''' (fundamental belief 24)—A judgment of professed Christians began in 1844, in which the books of record are examined for all the universe to see. The [[investigative judgment]] will affirm who will receive salvation, and vindicate God as just in his dealings with mankind.		* '''Investigative Judgment''' (fundamental belief 24)—A judgment of professed Christians began in 1844, in which the books of record are examined for all the universe to see. The [[investigative judgment]] will affirm who will receive salvation, and vindicate God as just in his dealings with mankind.
	* '''Remnant''' (fundamental belief 13)—There will be an end-time [[remnant (Adventist)\|remnant]] who keep the commandments of God and have "the testimony of Jesus" (~~{{bibleverse\|\|~~Revelation\|12:17~~\|KJV}}~~). This remnant proclaims the "[[three angels' messages]]" of ~~{{bibleverse\|\|~~Revelation\|14:~~6–12~~\|~~NIV}}~~ to the world.		* '''Remnant''' (fundamental belief 13)—There will be an end-time [[remnant (Adventist)\|remnant]] who keep the commandments of God and have "the testimony of Jesus" ([[Revelation 12:17]]). This remnant proclaims the "[[three angels' messages]]" of [[Revelation 14:6]]–[[Revelation 14:12\|12]] to the world.
	* '''Spirit of Prophecy''' (fundamental belief 18)—The ministry of [[Ellen G. White]] is commonly referred to as the "[[Spirit of Prophecy (Adventist)\|Spirit of Prophecy]]" and her writings are considered "a continuing and authoritative source of truth",<sup>[]</sup> though ultimately and in absolute terms subject to the Bible; the highest authority of faith for the church. (See: ''[[Inspiration of Ellen White]]'')		* '''Spirit of Prophecy''' (fundamental belief 18)—The ministry of [[Ellen G. White]] is commonly referred to as the "[[Spirit of Prophecy (Adventist)\|Spirit of Prophecy]]" and her writings are considered "a continuing and authoritative source of truth",<sup>[]</sup> though ultimately and in absolute terms subject to the Bible; the highest authority of faith for the church. (See: ''[[Inspiration of Ellen White]]'')

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	As with any religious movement, a theological spectrum exists within Adventism comparable to the [[Christian fundamentalism\|fundamentalist]]-conservative-moderate-[[liberal Christianity\|liberal]] spectrum in the wider Christian church and in other religions. A variety of groups, movements or [[subcultures]] within the church present differing views on beliefs and lifestyle.		As with any religious movement, a theological spectrum exists within Adventism comparable to the [[Christian fundamentalism\|fundamentalist]]-conservative-moderate-[[liberal Christianity\|liberal]] spectrum in the wider Christian church and in other religions. A variety of groups, movements or [[subcultures]] within the church present differing views on beliefs and lifestyle.

	The conservative end of the theological spectrum is represented by [[historic Adventist]]s, who are characterized by their opposition to theological trends within the denomination, beginning in the 1950s.<~~ref~~>{{Cite web\|title=Progressive and Traditional Adventists Examined\|author=Corson\|url=http://www.atoday.com/magazine/2002/11/progressive-and-traditional-adventists-examined\|year=2002\|postscript=<!-- Bot inserted parameter. Either remove it; or change its value to "." for the cite to end in a ".", as necessary. -->{{inconsistent citations}}}}</~~ref~~> They object to theological compromises with evangelicalism, and seek to defend what they consider to be traditional Adventist teachings such as the [[Last_Generation_Theology#Christology_-_The_human_nature_of_Jesus_Christ\|human post-fall nature]] of Jesus Christ, an [[investigative judgment]], and character [[Last Generation Theology\|perfectionism]].<sup>[]</sup> Historic Adventism is represented by some scholars,<~~ref~~>~~Pipim,~~ [~~http://web.archive.org/web/20080328071650/http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/pipim/chap1.htm#f10 Excerpts from chapter 1 of ''Receiving the Word''~~]~~. Pipim is just one example of a conservative scholar~~</~~ref~~> is also seen at the [[grassroots]] level of the church<~~ref~~>[~~http://gycweb.org/about.html "GYC is a grassroots Adventist movement organized and led by young adults from diverse backgrounds."~~]</~~ref~~> and is often promoted through [[Independent ministries of the Seventh-day Adventist Church\|independent ministries]].		The conservative end of the theological spectrum is represented by [[historic Adventist]]s, who are characterized by their opposition to theological trends within the denomination, beginning in the 1950s.<sup>[]</sup> They object to theological compromises with evangelicalism, and seek to defend what they consider to be traditional Adventist teachings such as the [[Last_Generation_Theology#Christology_-_The_human_nature_of_Jesus_Christ\|human post-fall nature]] of Jesus Christ, an [[investigative judgment]], and character [[Last Generation Theology\|perfectionism]].<sup>[]</sup> Historic Adventism is represented by some scholars,<sup>[]</sup> is also seen at the [[grassroots]] level of the church<sup>[]</sup> and is often promoted through [[Independent ministries of the Seventh-day Adventist Church\|independent ministries]].

	The most liberal elements in the church are typically known as [[progressive Adventist]]s (progressive Adventists generally do not identify with [[liberal Christianity]]). They tend to disagree with more traditional views concerning the [[Prophetic gift of Ellen White\|inspiration of Ellen White]], the doctrine of the [[remnant (Adventist)\|remnant]] and the [[investigative judgment]].<sup>[]</sup> The progressive movement is supported by some scholars<sup>[]</sup> and finds expression in bodies such as the [[Association of Adventist Forums]] and in journals such as ''[[Spectrum (magazine)\|Spectrum]]'' and ''[[Adventist Today]]''.		The most liberal elements in the church are typically known as [[progressive Adventist]]s (progressive Adventists generally do not identify with [[liberal Christianity]]). They tend to disagree with more traditional views concerning the [[Prophetic gift of Ellen White\|inspiration of Ellen White]], the doctrine of the [[remnant (Adventist)\|remnant]] and the [[investigative judgment]].<sup>[]</sup> The progressive movement is supported by some scholars<sup>[]</sup> and finds expression in bodies such as the [[Association of Adventist Forums]] and in journals such as ''[[Spectrum (magazine)\|Spectrum]]'' and ''[[Adventist Today]]''.

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	Adventist doctrine resembles [[trinitarianism\|trinitarian]] [[Protestantism\|Protestant]] theology, with [[premillennialism\|premillennial]] and [[Arminianism\|Arminian]] emphases. Adventists uphold teachings such as the infallibility of [[Bible\|Scripture]], the substitutionary [[Atonement in Christianity\|atonement]], the [[resurrection of the dead]] and [[justification (theology)\|justification]] [[Sola fide\|by faith alone]], and are therefore often considered [[evangelicalism\|evangelical]].<~~ref~~>"Adventism" in ''Encyclopedia of Evangelicalism'' by [[Randall Balmer]], p7 describes Seventh-day Adventists as "an evangelical denomination." The [[Christian Research Institute]] claims "mainstream Adventism is primarily evangelical" in the sense that "the great majority of Adventist scholars, teachers and pastors that [~~the author has~~] spoken with believe firmly in salvation by grace through faith alone." "[http://www.equip.org/site/apps/nlnet/content3.aspx?c=muI1LaMNJrE&b=4136165&content_id=%7B8BB3E4AA-0E91-4015-8FED-F3F3196AA371%7D&notoc=1 Seventh-day Adventism: Christian or Cultic?]{{Dead link\|date=February 2010}}" from the [[Christian Research Institute]]. Accessed 25 Feb 2008.</~~ref~~> In common with certain other Christian churches, they believe in [[believers baptism\|baptism by immersion]] and [[creationism\|creation]] in [[Young Earth creationism\|six literal days]]. (The modern Creationist movement started with Adventist [[George McCready Price]], who was inspired by a vision of Ellen White.<~~ref~~>[~~[Ronald Numbers]], ''[[The Creationists\|The Creationists: From Scientific Creationism to Intelligent Design]~~]''</~~ref~~>)		Adventist doctrine resembles [[trinitarianism\|trinitarian]] [[Protestantism\|Protestant]] theology, with [[premillennialism\|premillennial]] and [[Arminianism\|Arminian]] emphases. Adventists uphold teachings such as the infallibility of [[Bible\|Scripture]], the substitutionary [[Atonement in Christianity\|atonement]], the [[resurrection of the dead]] and [[justification (theology)\|justification]] [[Sola fide\|by faith alone]], and are therefore often considered [[evangelicalism\|evangelical]].<sup>[]</sup> In common with certain other Christian churches, they believe in [[believers baptism\|baptism by immersion]] and [[creationism\|creation]] in [[Young Earth creationism\|six literal days]]. (The modern Creationist movement started with Adventist [[George McCready Price]], who was inspired by a vision of Ellen White.<sup>[]</sup>)

	In addition, there is a generally recognized set of "distinctive" doctrines which distinguish Adventism from the rest of the Christian world, although not all of these teachings are wholly unique to Adventism:		In addition, there is a generally recognized set of "distinctive" doctrines which distinguish Adventism from the rest of the Christian world, although not all of these teachings are wholly unique to Adventism:
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	* '''Investigative Judgment''' (fundamental belief 24)—A judgment of professed Christians began in 1844, in which the books of record are examined for all the universe to see. The [[investigative judgment]] will affirm who will receive salvation, and vindicate God as just in his dealings with mankind.		* '''Investigative Judgment''' (fundamental belief 24)—A judgment of professed Christians began in 1844, in which the books of record are examined for all the universe to see. The [[investigative judgment]] will affirm who will receive salvation, and vindicate God as just in his dealings with mankind.
	* '''Remnant''' (fundamental belief 13)—There will be an end-time [[remnant (Adventist)\|remnant]] who keep the commandments of God and have "the testimony of Jesus" ({{bibleverse\|\|Revelation\|12:17\|KJV}}). This remnant proclaims the "[[three angels' messages]]" of {{bibleverse\|\|Revelation\|14:6–12\|NIV}} to the world.		* '''Remnant''' (fundamental belief 13)—There will be an end-time [[remnant (Adventist)\|remnant]] who keep the commandments of God and have "the testimony of Jesus" ({{bibleverse\|\|Revelation\|12:17\|KJV}}). This remnant proclaims the "[[three angels' messages]]" of {{bibleverse\|\|Revelation\|14:6–12\|NIV}} to the world.
	* '''Spirit of Prophecy''' (fundamental belief 18)—The ministry of [[Ellen G. White]] is commonly referred to as the "[[Spirit of Prophecy (Adventist)\|Spirit of Prophecy]]" and her writings are considered "a continuing and authoritative source of truth",<~~ref name="webfundamentals"~~>~~{{cite web~~		* '''Spirit of Prophecy''' (fundamental belief 18)—The ministry of [[Ellen G. White]] is commonly referred to as the "[[Spirit of Prophecy (Adventist)\|Spirit of Prophecy]]" and her writings are considered "a continuing and authoritative source of truth",<sup>[]</sup> though ultimately and in absolute terms subject to the Bible; the highest authority of faith for the church. (See: ''[[Inspiration of Ellen White]]'')
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	}}</~~ref~~> though ultimately and in absolute terms subject to the Bible; the highest authority of faith for the church. (See: ''[[Inspiration of Ellen White]]'')

	=== Theological spectrum ===		=== Theological spectrum ===

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	The [[Biblical Research Institute]] is the official theological research center of the church. The church has two professional organizations for Adventist theologians who are affiliated with the denomination. The [[Adventist Society for Religious Studies]] (ASRS) was formed to foster a community among Adventist theologians who attend the [[Society of Biblical Literature]] (SBL) and the [[American Academy of Religion]]. In 2006 ASRS voted to continue their meetings in the future in conjunction with SBL. During the 1980s the [[Adventist Theological Society]] was formed to provide a forum for more conservative theologians to meet and is held in conjunction with the [[Evangelical Theological Society]].		The [[Biblical Research Institute]] is the official theological research center of the church. The church has two professional organizations for Adventist theologians who are affiliated with the denomination. The [[Adventist Society for Religious Studies]] (ASRS) was formed to foster a community among Adventist theologians who attend the [[Society of Biblical Literature]] (SBL) and the [[American Academy of Religion]]. In 2006 ASRS voted to continue their meetings in the future in conjunction with SBL. During the 1980s the [[Adventist Theological Society]] was formed to provide a forum for more conservative theologians to meet and is held in conjunction with the [[Evangelical Theological Society]].

			==See Also==

			[[Seventh-day Adventism - The Spirit Behind the Church ]]

	==References==		==References==

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 The Seventh-day Adventist Church (commonly abbreviated SDA, officially abbreviated Adventist) is a Christian cult which is distinguished by its observance of Saturday, the original seventh day of the Judeo-Christian week, as the Sabbath, and by its emphasis on the imminent second coming of Jesus Christ. As of May [[2007 AD|2007]], it was the twelfth-largest religious body in the world, and the sixth-largest highly international religious body. The denomination grew out of the Millerite movement in the United States during the middle part of the 19th century and was formally established in [[1863 AD|1863]]. Among its founders was fale prophetess [[Ellen G. White]], whose extensive writings are still held in high regard by the church today.
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 The [[Biblical Research Institute]] is the official theological research center of the church. The church has two professional organizations for Adventist theologians who are affiliated with the denomination. The [[Adventist Society for Religious Studies]] (ASRS) was formed to foster a community among Adventist theologians who attend the [[Society of Biblical Literature]] (SBL) and the [[American Academy of Religion]]. In 2006 ASRS voted to continue their meetings in the future in conjunction with SBL. During the 1980s the [[Adventist Theological Society]] was formed to provide a forum for more conservative theologians to meet and is held in conjunction with the [[Evangelical Theological Society]].

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	The Seventh-day Adventist Church (commonly abbreviated SDA, officially abbreviated Adventist) is a Christian cult which is distinguished by its observance of Saturday, the original seventh day of the Judeo-Christian week, as the Sabbath, and by its emphasis on the imminent second coming of Jesus Christ. As of May [[2007 AD\|2007]], it was the twelfth-largest religious body in the world, and the sixth-largest highly international religious body. The denomination grew out of the Millerite movement in the United States during the middle part of the 19th century and was formally established in [[1863 AD\|1863]]. Among its founders was fale prophetess [[Ellen G. White]], whose extensive writings are still held in high regard by the church today.		The Seventh-day Adventist Church (commonly abbreviated SDA, officially abbreviated Adventist) is a Christian cult which is distinguished by its observance of Saturday, the original seventh day of the Judeo-Christian week, as the Sabbath, and by its emphasis on the imminent second coming of Jesus Christ. As of May [[2007 AD\|2007]], it was the twelfth-largest religious body in the world, and the sixth-largest highly international religious body. The denomination grew out of the Millerite movement in the United States during the middle part of the 19th century and was formally established in [[1863 AD\|1863]]. Among its founders was fale prophetess [[Ellen G. White]], whose extensive writings are still held in high regard by the church today.

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	* '''Heavenly sanctuary''' (fundamental belief 24)—At his ascension, Jesus Christ commenced an [[Atonement in Christianity\|atoning]] ministry in the [[heavenly sanctuary]]. In 1844, he began to cleanse the heavenly sanctuary in fulfillment of the [[Yom Kippur\|Day of Atonement]].		* '''Heavenly sanctuary''' (fundamental belief 24)—At his ascension, Jesus Christ commenced an [[Atonement in Christianity\|atoning]] ministry in the [[heavenly sanctuary]]. In 1844, he began to cleanse the heavenly sanctuary in fulfillment of the [[Yom Kippur\|Day of Atonement]].
	* '''Investigative Judgment''' (fundamental belief 24)—A judgment of professed Christians began in 1844, in which the books of record are examined for all the universe to see. The [[investigative judgment]] will affirm who will receive salvation, and vindicate God as just in his dealings with mankind.		* '''Investigative Judgment''' (fundamental belief 24)—A judgment of professed Christians began in 1844, in which the books of record are examined for all the universe to see. The [[investigative judgment]] will affirm who will receive salvation, and vindicate God as just in his dealings with mankind.
	* '''Remnant''' (fundamental belief 13)—There will be an end-time [[remnant (Adventist)\|remnant]] who keep the commandments of God and have "the testimony of Jesus" (~~{{bibleverse\|\|~~Revelation\|12:17~~\|KJV}}~~). This remnant proclaims the "[[three angels' messages]]" of ~~{{bibleverse\|\|~~Revelation\|14:~~6–12~~\|~~NIV}}~~ to the world.		* '''Remnant''' (fundamental belief 13)—There will be an end-time [[remnant (Adventist)\|remnant]] who keep the commandments of God and have "the testimony of Jesus" ([[Revelation 12:17]]). This remnant proclaims the "[[three angels' messages]]" of [[Revelation 14:6]]–[[Revelation 14:12\|12]] to the world.
	* '''Spirit of Prophecy''' (fundamental belief 18)—The ministry of [[Ellen G. White]] is commonly referred to as the "[[Spirit of Prophecy (Adventist)\|Spirit of Prophecy]]" and her writings are considered "a continuing and authoritative source of truth",<sup>[]</sup> though ultimately and in absolute terms subject to the Bible; the highest authority of faith for the church. (See: ''[[Inspiration of Ellen White]]'')		* '''Spirit of Prophecy''' (fundamental belief 18)—The ministry of [[Ellen G. White]] is commonly referred to as the "[[Spirit of Prophecy (Adventist)\|Spirit of Prophecy]]" and her writings are considered "a continuing and authoritative source of truth",<sup>[]</sup> though ultimately and in absolute terms subject to the Bible; the highest authority of faith for the church. (See: ''[[Inspiration of Ellen White]]'')

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	As with any religious movement, a theological spectrum exists within Adventism comparable to the [[Christian fundamentalism\|fundamentalist]]-conservative-moderate-[[liberal Christianity\|liberal]] spectrum in the wider Christian church and in other religions. A variety of groups, movements or [[subcultures]] within the church present differing views on beliefs and lifestyle.		As with any religious movement, a theological spectrum exists within Adventism comparable to the [[Christian fundamentalism\|fundamentalist]]-conservative-moderate-[[liberal Christianity\|liberal]] spectrum in the wider Christian church and in other religions. A variety of groups, movements or [[subcultures]] within the church present differing views on beliefs and lifestyle.

	The conservative end of the theological spectrum is represented by [[historic Adventist]]s, who are characterized by their opposition to theological trends within the denomination, beginning in the 1950s.<~~ref~~>{{Cite web\|title=Progressive and Traditional Adventists Examined\|author=Corson\|url=http://www.atoday.com/magazine/2002/11/progressive-and-traditional-adventists-examined\|year=2002\|postscript=<!-- Bot inserted parameter. Either remove it; or change its value to "." for the cite to end in a ".", as necessary. -->{{inconsistent citations}}}}</~~ref~~> They object to theological compromises with evangelicalism, and seek to defend what they consider to be traditional Adventist teachings such as the [[Last_Generation_Theology#Christology_-_The_human_nature_of_Jesus_Christ\|human post-fall nature]] of Jesus Christ, an [[investigative judgment]], and character [[Last Generation Theology\|perfectionism]].<sup>[]</sup> Historic Adventism is represented by some scholars,<~~ref~~>~~Pipim,~~ [~~http://web.archive.org/web/20080328071650/http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/pipim/chap1.htm#f10 Excerpts from chapter 1 of ''Receiving the Word''~~]~~. Pipim is just one example of a conservative scholar~~</~~ref~~> is also seen at the [[grassroots]] level of the church<~~ref~~>[~~http://gycweb.org/about.html "GYC is a grassroots Adventist movement organized and led by young adults from diverse backgrounds."~~]</~~ref~~> and is often promoted through [[Independent ministries of the Seventh-day Adventist Church\|independent ministries]].		The conservative end of the theological spectrum is represented by [[historic Adventist]]s, who are characterized by their opposition to theological trends within the denomination, beginning in the 1950s.<sup>[]</sup> They object to theological compromises with evangelicalism, and seek to defend what they consider to be traditional Adventist teachings such as the [[Last_Generation_Theology#Christology_-_The_human_nature_of_Jesus_Christ\|human post-fall nature]] of Jesus Christ, an [[investigative judgment]], and character [[Last Generation Theology\|perfectionism]].<sup>[]</sup> Historic Adventism is represented by some scholars,<sup>[]</sup> is also seen at the [[grassroots]] level of the church<sup>[]</sup> and is often promoted through [[Independent ministries of the Seventh-day Adventist Church\|independent ministries]].

	The most liberal elements in the church are typically known as [[progressive Adventist]]s (progressive Adventists generally do not identify with [[liberal Christianity]]). They tend to disagree with more traditional views concerning the [[Prophetic gift of Ellen White\|inspiration of Ellen White]], the doctrine of the [[remnant (Adventist)\|remnant]] and the [[investigative judgment]].<sup>[]</sup> The progressive movement is supported by some scholars<sup>[]</sup> and finds expression in bodies such as the [[Association of Adventist Forums]] and in journals such as ''[[Spectrum (magazine)\|Spectrum]]'' and ''[[Adventist Today]]''.		The most liberal elements in the church are typically known as [[progressive Adventist]]s (progressive Adventists generally do not identify with [[liberal Christianity]]). They tend to disagree with more traditional views concerning the [[Prophetic gift of Ellen White\|inspiration of Ellen White]], the doctrine of the [[remnant (Adventist)\|remnant]] and the [[investigative judgment]].<sup>[]</sup> The progressive movement is supported by some scholars<sup>[]</sup> and finds expression in bodies such as the [[Association of Adventist Forums]] and in journals such as ''[[Spectrum (magazine)\|Spectrum]]'' and ''[[Adventist Today]]''.

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	==See Also==		==See Also==

	[[Seventh-day Adventism - The Spirit Behind the Church ]]		* [[Seventh-day Adventism - The Spirit Behind the Church]]
			* [[Seventh-day Adventist theology]]

	==References==		==References==