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The exegetical significance of election and predestination in Ephesians 1: 3-14
(Adventist University of Africa, Theological Seminary, 2017-03)The meaning of election and predestination in Ephesians 1:3-14 has generated ten different interpretations. The lack of general consensus on the meaning, prompted this further investigation. This study set forth two ... -
A strategy for retaining the youth in Betel Seventh-day Adventist church, Huambo, Angola
(Adventist University of Africa, School of Postgraduate Studies, 2015-06)This research has investigated and identified the dropping out of church and the low attendance of youths at Bethel Seventh-day Adventist church programs. What prompted the research were the reasons that the youth ... -
A Strategy to moderate the Belief in Immortality of the Soul in Apu-Ekpu District
(Adventist University of Africa, Theological Seminary, 2014-06)The state of the dead and human perception and relationship with the dead has been subjects of study among many biblical scholars within certain societies. The position one takes largely depends on one’s persuasion. Among ... -
A biblical-cultural strategy of Mtwara Seventh-Day Adventist Church in reaching the Makonde people of Mtwara-Mikindani Municipality
(Adventist University of Africa, Theological Seminary, 2017-01)The aim of this study was to examine the methods used by Adventists to reach the Makonde people with the Adventist message. The study engaged a descriptive case study design where thirty participants were involved in ... -
The development of strategies to tackle church divorce rates: a case study of Sefwi-Wiawso District of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, Ghana
(Adventist University of Africa, Theological Seminary, 2020-05)Divorce ranks high among the issues that threaten the church’s mission and growth. H. Wayne House observes that this problem is not only faced by the non Christian community, but Christians are also overwhelmed by the ... -
Exploring Pentecostalism in the Seventh-Day Adventist Church, Ghana, 1990-2015: A case Study of Meridian Ghana Conference
(Adventist University of Africa, Theological Seminary, 2019-04)Pentecostalism is a neo-religious movement that grows geometrically in Ghana. There is a seeming gap created by the charismatic renewals over the mainline churches as the Seventh-day Adventist (SDA) Church, Meridian Ghana ... -
A Strategy to increase weekly attendance meetings in Douala III District West Cameroon Mission
(Adventist University of Africa, Theological Seminary, 2014-06)The decline in church attendance during weekly meetings in Douala III district is alarming. Some observers after reflection before conducting the project have gone to the extent of shutting the doors on Wednesday and ... -
A strategy to alleviate poverty among members of the Seventh-day Adventist church in Kahondo, Western Uganda Field
(Adventist University of Africa, Theological Seminary, 2013-08-02)Poverty among the members of Kahondo Seventh Adventist Church brings a major financial challenge in their homesteads and to Western Uganda Field as well because the members are not effectively supporting the mission of ... -
Relationship between socio-economic factors and ethnic conflict in Lagos Mainland conference of Seventh-day Adventists
(Adventist University of Africa, School of Postgraduate Studies, 2013-09)This project examines the relationship between socio-economic factors— leadership, welfare needs of members, population, and representation on the one hand, and ethnic conflict on the other, in Lagos Mainland Conference ... -
Developing a strategy to revive teamwork spirit among leaders in Seventh-day Adventist church South Kenya Conference
(Adventist University of Africa, School of Postgraduate Studies, 2013-07)For a leader, teamwork spirit means blending together in unity, working together in harmony, laboring together with God in order to achieve the common set goal, that is the salvation of humanity. It is working together ... -
A strategy to combat financial non-reporting of churches in Malawi Union: a case study of North Malawi Field
(Adventist University of Africa, School of Postgraduate Studies, 2018-04)This case study was conducted to find strategies to combat financial non reporting in Malawi Union Conference. The result shows that financial non-reporting is a very serious issue that needs to be combated. The study ... -
The opinion of the employees of the South Katanga Field on Vegetarian diet
(Adventist University of Africa, School of Postgraduate Studies, 2013-08-02)Currently there are different trends both in preaching and practicing aspects regarding the diet that Seventh-day Adventists believers should adopt. The first trend stresses that vegetarian diet is the ideal for a healthy ... -
A Biblical response to marital inequality in Central Malawi Conference of the Seventh-Day Adventist Church
(Adventist University of Africa, Theological Seminary, 2009-07)Malawians have misunderstood the ‘complementary marital equality’ of husband and wife. Concepts and insights in this crucial ingredient of a fulfilling matrimony have been distorted and misapplied, leading to distrust, ... -
Conflict management in Seventh-day Adventist boarding schools in East Zimbabwe Conference
(Adventist University of Africa, School of Postgraduate Studies, 2013-08-02)The research dealt with the causes of conflict in Adventist boarding schools in East Zimbabwe Conference and how it could be managed. The data for the study were collected through a structured questionnaire on the causes ... -
Benefits of having an institutional place of worship : a case study of MUHAS and Dodoma universities, Tanzania
(Adventist University of Africa, Theological Seminary, 2020-05)Although Adventist students at the Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences (MUHAS) at Dar es Salaam in Tanzania are being allowed to worship within the University facilities, they do not have a dedicated place ... -
The influence of effective campus chaplaincy on student character formation at Kongowe Adventist Primary School, South-East Conference, Tanzania
(Adventist University of Africa, Theological Seminary, 2020-09)In recent years the Seventh-day Adventist denomination has become more aware of the importance of campus chaplaincy concerning character formation hence the presence of campus chaplains in most schools. However, there ... -
A performance appraisal tool for Seventh-day Adventist church pastors in Côte d'Ivoire Conference
(Adventist University of Africa, School of Postgraduate Studies, 2018-04)The purpose of this study was to create a performance appraisal tool that will allow an efficient performance management of Seventh-day Adventist (SDA) pastors within the conference of Côte d’Ivoire. The basis for such ... -
An exegetical study of Exodus 20:4-5 and its implication on pictorial ornamentation in the tabernacle
(Adventist University of Africa, Theological Seminary, 2020-05)The use of iconoclastic in modern Christian worship is the main focus which causes the researcher to investigate Exodus 20:4-6. God forbids idol worship among His people in both Old and New Testament believers (Exod ... -
A strategy of developing effective SDA ministers in South Ethiopia Field
(Adventist University of Africa, School of Postgraduate Studies, 2015-01)This project study was developed by observing the effectiveness of ministers in South Ethiopia Field of Seventh- day Adventist churches. The purpose of this study is to enhance ministers’ effectiveness and capacity so ... -
Determinants of perception of cohabitation among Christians in Ilishan-Remo, Ogun State, Nigeria
(Adventist University of Africa, Theological Seminary, 2014-06)Marriage is seen as a sacred institution among the Yoruba speaking people of Nigeria. It is therefore alarming to note that cohabitation which was a foreign phenomenon is gaining ground in Nigeria. Therefore, this research ...
