This work presents inspiring accounts of the men and women who helped establish the foundation of the Second Advent movement. Through narrative storytelling, Spalding highlights the faith, courage, and perseverance of the pioneers, showing how their devotion to truth and mission shaped the development of Seventh-day Adventism and continues to inspire believers today.
This autobiographical sketch follows Alma E. McKibbin’s journey from classroom teacher to curriculum pioneer, showing how her resourcefulness and faith shaped early Adventist elementary education. Filled with first-hand anecdotes and practical recollections, the book provides both a personal testimony of perseverance and a useful historical source for those studying Adventist schooling, women…
This work provides a narrative of how the Adventist faith took root and flourished in the western frontier of America. Through stories of sacrifice, dedication, and mission, Harold O. McCumber captures the spirit of the early church and its determination to proclaim the Advent message despite hardships. It serves as both a historical record and an inspiration for continued faith and evangelism.
This work illustrates how God’s hand still directs events and sustains His people in times of crisis. Through missionary accounts, church history, and testimonies of providential leading, Spicer and Menkel emphasize that divine intervention did not end in biblical times but continues in the present. The book encourages readers to recognize God’s activity in their own lives and to find coura…
This book serves as both a historical reference and a travel companion for those interested in the heritage of the Seventh-day Adventist movement. Merlin D. Burt explores the towns, homes, churches, and landmarks connected with early leaders such as Ellen G. White, James White, Joseph Bates, and others. By visiting these places—through text, maps, and photographs—readers gain a deeper appre…
Richard W. Schwarz presents a comprehensive account of the life of John Harvey Kellogg, tracing his rise as a visionary health reformer whose influence extended far beyond the Adventist community. The biography highlights his groundbreaking approaches to diet, hygiene, and preventive medicine, alongside his personal struggles and theological conflicts. The book portrays Kellogg as both a brilli…
This biography portrays Joseph Bates as a visionary reformer and key architect of Seventh-day Adventism. Through his writings, evangelism, and unyielding dedication to biblical truth, Bates helped define core Adventist beliefs and practices. George Knight presents an engaging study of Bates’s influence, offering valuable insights into the development of the denomination and its enduring legacy.