Dear Palo Alto Adventist Church members and visitors, Sermon Summary   This Sabbath, we speak about the remarkable gift bestowed upon us by our Creator—the conscience. It is a beacon of light that illuminates our path and directs us toward righteousness. Our conscience acts as a moral compass, guiding our thoughts, words, and actions. As followers of Christ, we are called to cultivate and nurture our conscience, for it plays a crucial role in our spiritual journey. At its core, the conscience is the inner voice that whispers the truth to our souls. It is a deep-seated sense of right and wrong, a moral instinct woven into the very fabric of our being. Our conscience is not merely a product of societal norms or personal beliefs—it is a divine imprint on our hearts, a reflection of God's law etched within us. Let us explore the significance of conscience and understand how we can honor this divine gift in our lives. May the Lord bless us all as we explore this Wonderful Gift born out of the Wisdom of God which allows you and others to be taken care of. Join Us This Sabbath. SUBSCRIBE to Palo Alto Adventist Church of Seventh-day Adventists on YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/bderwssk Register for Live Zoom Webinar Here: https://tinyurl.com/yc3vzk62 ● Website: http://www.paloaltoadventist.org ● Facebook: https://tinyurl.com/4n8zcynh ● Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/bdxjx65h

Dear Palo Alto Adventist Church members and visitors, This Sabbath, Elder Julian Lake will be our speaker. Sermon Summary   In public policy, we often use a technique called game theory to asses the ramifications of a given policy and how to make that policy best serve the public. However, some of the ways these models assume that humans act run counter to the ways that Jesus tells us we should act. How does following Christ change how the way public policy works, and is it for the better? Join Us This Sabbath. SUBSCRIBE to Palo Alto Adventist Church of Seventh-day Adventists on YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/bderwssk Register for Live Zoom Webinar Here: https://tinyurl.com/yc3vzk62 ● Website: http://www.paloaltoadventist.org ● Facebook: https://tinyurl.com/4n8zcynh ● Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/bdxjx65h

Dear Palo Alto Adventist Church members and visitors, Sermon Summary   May the grace and peace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. This Sabbath, we approach the throne of Grace and share a few words rooted in the Word of God, specifically Mark 9:17-19. Let us turn our attention to this powerful passage that speaks to the depths of our faith, training, and the transformative work of our Savior. In this passage, we encounter a desperate father who brings his son to Jesus. The boy is possessed by a spirit that causes him great suffering and torment. The father pleads with Jesus, saying, "Teacher, I brought my son to you because he has a spirit that makes him unable to speak. Whenever it seizes him, it throws him down, and he foams at the mouth, grinds his teeth, and becomes rigid. So, I asked your disciples to drive it out, but they couldn't." When we go to this scene, we encounter a situation filled with anguish, confusion, and despair. The disciples, who had been given authority to heal and cast out demons, were unable to help this tormented child. What we see therefore is a failure of training that allows Satan to come out ahead as the disciples fail. May the Lord be with us as we consider this passage. Join Us This Sabbath. SUBSCRIBE to Palo Alto Adventist Church of Seventh-day Adventists on YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/bderwssk Register for Live Zoom Webinar Here: https://tinyurl.com/yc3vzk62 ● Website: http://www.paloaltoadventist.org ● Facebook: https://tinyurl.com/4n8zcynh ● Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/bdxjx65h

Dear Palo Alto Adventist Church members and visitors, This Sabbath, Elder Bert Williams will be our speaker. Sermon Summary   Jesus tells a parable about a man who has an unexpected guest. He needs food to extend the hospitality that would be expected in that culture. So, since his cupboard is bare, the man goes to a nearby neighbor's home seeking bread. Well, it's the middle of the night, the neighbor is none too pleased about this unexpected visit. As Jesus draws lessons from the parable, there are some unexpected twists.

Dear Palo Alto Adventist Church members and visitors, This Sabbath, Elder Julian Lake will be our speaker. Sermon Summary   We will be exploring what it means to live in the fullness of Christ and let go of our earthly obligations, in order to meet Christ's higher ones. Join Us This Sabbath. SUBSCRIBE to Palo Alto Adventist Church of Seventh-day Adventists on YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/bderwssk Register for Live Zoom Webinar Here: https://tinyurl.com/yc3vzk62 ● Website: http://www.paloaltoadventist.org ● Facebook: https://tinyurl.com/4n8zcynh ● Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/bdxjx65h

Dear Palo Alto Adventist Church members and visitors, This Sabbath, Elder Alex Clerk will be our speaker. Sermon Summary: This Sabbath, we share a powerful message of hope and encouragement from 2 Kings 6:1-6. This passage tells the story of a miraculous event that happened during the time of the prophet Elisha. As we read in 2 Kings 6:6, "The man of God asked, 'Where did it fall?' When he showed him the place, Elisha cut a stick and threw it there, and made the iron float." This verse describes an amazing feat of faith that demonstrates the power of God. The prophet Elisha was able to perform a miraculous act that defies the laws of nature. He was able to make an iron axe head float on water. This passage reminds us that with God, all things are possible. The passage also offers everyone an opportunity to explore and be taught by God. May the Lord bless us when we listen to Him. Join Us This Sabbath. SUBSCRIBE to Palo Alto Adventist Church of Seventh-day Adventists on YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/bderwssk Register for Live Zoom Webinar Here: https://tinyurl.com/yc3vzk62 ● Website: http://www.paloaltoadventist.org ● Facebook: https://tinyurl.com/4n8zcynh ● Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/bdxjx65h

Introduction Dear Palo Alto Adventist Church members and visitors, This Sabbath, Elder Bert Williams will be our speaker. Sermon Summary   Who do you consider to be your neighbors? Although most of us have heard the Parable of the Good Samaritan a thousand times, Jesus' question at the end may still feel--if we really stop to think about it--like a troubling surprise. What is your usual answer to the question: Who are your neighbors? Well, my first response would be: my neighbors are the people who live around me--on my street. But Jesus' answer to the question suggests something vastly different--something nearly impossible to comprehend. Join Us This Sabbath. SUBSCRIBE to Palo Alto Adventist Church of Seventh-day Adventists on YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/bderwssk Register for Live Zoom Webinar Here: https://tinyurl.com/yc3vzk62 ● Website: http://www.paloaltoadventist.org ● Facebook: https://tinyurl.com/4n8zcynh ● Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/bdxjx65h

Dear Palo Alto Adventist Church members and visitors, This Sabbath, Elder Hyacinth Frank-Stephens will be our speaker. Sermon Summary: At a recent workshop that I attended, volunteers were asked to share with the group their reason for serving in their respective areas, or their "Why" for service. This exercise got me to thinking about my own,"Why", and some of the experiences that have shaped my choices. Join me as I reflect on my "Why", and invite you to think about your own reasons for being the "You" that you are. Join Us This Sabbath. SUBSCRIBE to Palo Alto Adventist Church of Seventh-day Adventists on YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/bderwssk Register for Live Zoom Webinar Here: https://tinyurl.com/yc3vzk62 ● Website: http://www.paloaltoadventist.org ● Facebook: https://tinyurl.com/4n8zcynh ● Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/bdxjx65h

Dear Palo Alto Adventist Church members and visitors, The Bible says, "everyone who calls on the name of the Lord shall be saved." But how can they call on someone they don't believe in or if they have never heard of Him? How will they hear of Him if no one tells them? We can answer that call. This Sabbath will be a special opportunity to celebrate the life, death and resurrection of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ through music and fellowship. We encourage you to join us in person and invite friends and family to celebrate Easter with us at Palo Alto Adventist Church Join Us This Sabbath. SUBSCRIBE to Palo Alto Adventist Church of Seventh-day Adventists on YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/bderwssk Register for Live Zoom Webinar Here: https://tinyurl.com/yc3vzk62 ● Website: http://www.paloaltoadventist.org ● Facebook: https://tinyurl.com/4n8zcynh ● Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/bdxjx65h