The Autobiography of Elder Joseph Bates offers a first-hand look into the faith, perseverance, and missionary zeal of a key pioneer of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. From his early life as a sailor navigating the world’s oceans to his transformation into a bold preacher of the Sabbath message, Bates’ narrative captures the courage, sacrifice, and vision that fueled the Adventist movement…
Ralph Larson.
edited by Dean G. Peerman and Martin E. Marty.