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Please join us for a Sabbath of marriage enrichment! Dates: October 5, 2024 Dates: 10:45 am - First Session, 12:30 pm - Vistors Lunch, 2:00 pm - Afternoon Session Location: Kernersville SDA Church ( Directions ) Pastor Ralph Henderson will be presenting a two-part series on the principles of lasting love. Whether your marriage is on the rocks, or it’s built on the Rock, whether you’re just surviving or thriving, you will gain some fresh insights to make your marriage a little piece of heaven on earth. About Our Speaker: Ralph's passion for vibrant, healthy relationships is based on his challenges and victories during his 41 years of marriage, and his experiences as a pastoral couple. Ralph has had the opportunity to work with couples in many situations. Pastor Ralph currently pastors the Kernersville SDA Church in Kernersville, NC. Prior to Kernersville, he pastored in the Asheville, NC area, Florida and California. He has been in pastoral ministry for 23 years.

You are invited to join us for an evening of fellowship, food, and fun! Bring your friends and enjoy a youth-led program filled with worship, games, and activities! Food and drinks will be provided. Date: Friday, September 20, 2024 Time: 6:30 p.m. Location: Kernersville SDA Church - Fellowship Hall ( Directions )

Depression is the leading cause of disability worldwide. Anxiety is the most common mental health disorder. Although these diseases (and their underlying conditions) are prevalent, you do not need to suffer without a cure. Join Dr Marcela Clapp as she walks you through the Depression and Anxiety Recovery Program™. With this comprehensive mental health education program, you will find the keys to a new life in just eight weeks. When you sign up for this program you will receive eight presentations, a well-formatted workbook, and specially-designed lesson plans. Take advantage of this opportunity now and learn how you can overcome depression and anxiety, find motivation to reach your goals, and achieve optimal mental health. Recovery is for you. Dr. Nedley’s Depression Recovery Program has successfully helped thousands not only identify and correct the cause of depression but also improve overall mental performance. Starting Date : September 9, 2024, every Monday night thru October 28, 2024 Time : 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Place : Kernersville SDA Church

About “For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them.” —Ephesians 2:10 About the Pastor Pastor Ralph and Joni Henderson have been in the ministry together for 30 years. Pastor Ralph first began his work as a Minister of Music at a ministry/church outside of Orlando, Florida. After serving as a Minister of Music, he began a full time... READ MORE Who We Are The Seventh-day Adventist Church is a mainstream Protestant church with almost 22 million members worldwide, including more than one million members in North America. It ranks among one of the fastest growing churches in the world today. LEARN MORE QR Code iOS Help QR Code Android Help Dear Members: Our church directory is available to view on your mobile device! Instant Church Directory - the program we use to build our church directory - has a free app for church members to download on their Apple and Android devices. To download the app to your Apple device, Click Here . To download the app to your Android device, Click Here . You will be asked to enter your email address as it's listed in our directory. If your email address isn't listed in the directory, let our Office Manager, Priscilla Moretz , know so it can be added. Once you enter your email address, follow the directions on the screen to complete the login process. After you login, the directory will be downloaded to your device, and anytime updates are made they will also update on your device. In the app, you will be able to search for families and members and call, email, and text them right from the app. ​ You can also login online at, members.instantchurchdirectory.com ​ Not a member yet? Learn More ! ​ We look forward to connecting with you! ​ The Kernersville SDA Church Staff Directory

Fundamental Beliefs DOWNLOAD Seventh-day Adventists accept the Bible as their only creed and hold certain fundamental beliefs to be the teaching of the Holy Scriptures. . .The expression of these concepts help provide an overall picture of what this Christian denomination collectively believes and practices. Currently, the church holds a total of 28 distinct fundamental beliefs that can be organized into six categories—the doctrines of God, man, salvation, the church, the Christian life, and last day events. In each teaching, God is the architect, who in great wisdom, grace and infinite love, is restoring a relationship with humanity that will last for all eternity.​ ​ GOD ▸ 1 . The Holy Scriptures ▸ 2 . The Trinity ▸ 3 . The Father ▸ 4 . The Son ▸ 5 . The Holy Spirit HUMANITY ▸ 6 . Creation ▸ 7 . The Nature of Humanity SALVATION ▸ 8 . The Great Controversy ▸ 9 . The Life, Death and Resurrection of Christ ▸ 10 . The Experience of Salvation ▸ 11 . Growing in Christ CHURCH ▸ 12 . The Church ▸ 13 . The Remnant and Its Mission ▸ 14 . Unity in the Body of Christ ▸ 15 . Baptism ▸ 16 . The Lord's Supper DAILY LIVING ▸ 17 . Spiritual Gifts and Ministries ▸ 18 . The Gift of Prophecy ▸ 19 . The Law of God ▸ 20 . The Sabbath ▸ 21 . Stewardship ▸ 22 . Christian Behavior ▸ 23 . Marriage and the Family RESTORATION ▸ 24 . Christ’s Ministry in the Heavenly Sanctuary ▸ 25 . The Second Coming of Christ ▸ 26 . Death and Resurrection ▸ 27 . The Millennium and the End of Sin ▸ 28 . The New Earth 1. The Holy Scriptures The Holy Scriptures, Old and New Testaments, are the written Word of God, given by divine inspiration. The inspired authors spoke and wrote as they were moved by the Holy Spirit. In this Word, God has committed to humanity the knowledge necessary for salvation. The Holy Scriptures are the supreme, authoritative, and the infallible revelation of His will. They are the standard of character, the test of experience, the definitive revealer of doctrines, and the trustworthy record of God’s acts in history. UP ⬆ ​ (Ps. 119:105 ; Prov. 30:5-6 ; Isa. 8:20 ; John 17:17 ; 1 Thess. 2:13 ; 2 Tim. 3:16-17 ; Heb. 4:12 ; 2 Peter 1:20-21 .) ​ 2. The Trinity There is one God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, a unity of three coeternal Persons. God is immortal, all-powerful, all-knowing, above all, and ever present. He is infinite and beyond human comprehension, yet known through His self-revelation. God, who is love, is forever worthy of worship, adoration, and service by the whole creation. UP ⬆ (Gen. 1:26 ; Deut. 6:4 ; Isa. 6:8 ; Matt. 28:19 ; John 3:16 ; 2 Cor. 1:21-22 ; 2 Cor. 13:14 ; Eph. 4:4-6 ; 1 Peter 1:2 .) ​ 3. The Father God the eternal Father is the Creator, Source, Sustainer, and Sovereign of all creation. He is just and holy, merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and abounding in steadfast love and faithfulness. The qualities and powers exhibited in the Son and the Holy Spirit are also those of the Father. UP ⬆ (Gen. 1:1 ; Deut. 4:35 ; Ps. 110:1 , Ps. 110:4 ; John 3:16 ; John 14:9 ; 1 Cor. 15:28 ; 1 Tim. 1:17 ; 1 John 4:8 ; Rev. 4:11 .) ​ 4. The Son God the eternal Son became incarnate in Jesus Christ. Through Him all things were created, the character of God is revealed, the salvation of humanity is accomplished, and the world is judged. Forever truly God, He became also truly human, Jesus the Christ. He was conceived of the Holy Spirit and born of the virgin Mary. He lived and experienced temptation as a human being, but perfectly exemplified the righteousness and love of God. By His miracles He manifested God’s power and was attested as God’s promised Messiah. He suffered and died voluntarily on the cross for our sins and in our place, was raised from the dead, and ascended to heaven to minister in the heavenly sanctuary on our behalf. He will come again in glory for the final deliverance of His people and the restoration of all things. UP ⬆ (Isa. 53:4-6 ; Dan. 9:25-27 ; Luke 1:35 ; John 1:1-3 , John 1:14 ; John 5:22 ; John 10:30 ; John 14:1–3 , John 14:9 , John 14:13 ; Rom. 6:23 ; 1 Cor. 15:3-4 ; 2 Cor. 3:18 ; 2 Cor. 5:17-19 ; Phil. 2:5–11 ; Col. 1:15-19 ; Heb. 2:9-18 ; Heb. 8:1-2 .) ​ 5. The Holy Spirit God the eternal Spirit was active with the Father and the Son in Creation, incarnation, and redemption. He is as much a person as are the Father and the Son. He inspired the writers of Scripture. He filled Christ’s life with power. He draws and convicts human beings; and those who respond He renews and transforms into the image of God. Sent by the Father and the Son to be always with His children, He extends spiritual gifts to the church, empowers it to bear witness to Christ, and in harmony with the Scriptures leads it into all truth. UP ⬆ (Gen. 1:1-2 ; 2 Sam. 23:2 ; Ps. 51:11 ; Isa. 61:1 ; Luke 1:35 ; Luke 4:18 ; John 14:16-18 , John 14:26 ; John 15:26 ; John 16:7-13 ; Acts 1:8 ; Acts 5:3 ; Acts 10:38 ; Rom. 5:5 ; 1 Cor. 12:7-11 ; 2 Cor. 3:18 ; 2 Peter 1:21 .) ​ 6. Creation God has revealed in Scripture the authentic and historical account of His creative activity. He created the universe, and in a recent six-day creation the Lord made “the heavens and the earth, the sea, and all that is in them” and rested on the seventh day. Thus He established the Sabbath as a perpetual memorial of the work He performed and completed during six literal days that together with the Sabbath constituted the same unit of time that we call a week today. The first man and woman were made in the image of God as the crowning work of Creation, given dominion over the world, and charged with responsibility to care for it. When the world was finished it was “very good,” declaring the glory of God. UP ⬆ (Gen. 1-2 ; Gen. 5 ; Gen. 11 ; Exod. 20:8-11 ; Ps. 19:1–6 ; Ps. 33:6 , Ps. 33:9 ; Ps. 104 ; Isa. 45:12 , Isa. 45:18 ; Acts 17:24 ; Col. 1:16 ; Heb. 1:2 ; Heb. 11:3 ; Rev. 10:6 ; Rev. 14:7 .) ​ 7. The Nature of Humanity Man and woman were made in the image of God with individuality, the power and freedom to think and to do. Though created free beings, each is an indivisible unity of body, mind, and spirit, dependent upon God for life and breath and all else. When our first parents disobeyed God, they denied their dependence upon Him and fell from their high position. The image of God in them was marred and they became subject to death. Their descendants share this fallen nature and its consequences. They are born with weaknesses and tendencies to evil. But God in Christ reconciled the world to Himself and by His Spirit restores in penitent mortals the image of their Maker. Created for the glory of God, they are called to love Him and one another, and to care for their environment. UP ⬆ (Gen. 1:26-28 ; Gen. 2:7 , Gen. 2:15 ; Gen. 3 ; Ps. 8:4-8 ; Ps. 51:5 , Ps. 51:10 ; Ps. 58:3 ; Jer. 17:9 ; Acts 17:24-28 ; Rom. 5:12-17 ; 2 Cor. 5:19-20 ; Eph. 2:3 ; 1 Thess. 5:23 ; 1 John 3:4 ; 1 John 4:7-8 , 1 John 4:11 , 1 John 4:20 .) ​ 8. The Great Controversy All humanity is now involved in a great controversy between Christ and Satan regarding the character of God, His law, and His sovereignty over the universe. This conflict originated in heaven when a created being, endowed with freedom of choice, in self-exaltation became Satan, God’s adversary, and led into rebellion a portion of the angels. He introduced the spirit of rebellion into this world when he led Adam and Eve into sin.This human sin resulted in the distortion of the image of God in humanity, the disordering of the created world, and its eventual devastation at the time of the global flood, as presented in the historical account of Genesis 1-11. Observed by the whole creation, this world became the arena of the universal conflict, out of which the God of love will ultimately be vindicated. To assist His people in this controversy, Christ sends the Holy Spirit and the loyal angels to guide, protect, and sustain them in the way of salvation. UP ⬆ (Gen. 3 ; Gen. 6-8 ; Job 1:6-12 ; Isa. 14:12-14 ; Ezek. 28:12-18 ; Rom. 1:19-32 ; Romans 3:4 ; Romans 5:12-21 ; Romans 8:19-22 ; 1 Cor. 4:9 ; Heb. 1:14 ; 1 Peter 5:8 ; 2 Peter 3:6 ; Rev. 12:4-9 .) ​ 9. The Life, Death and Resurrection of Christ In Christ’s life of perfect obedience to God’s will, His suffering, death, and resurrection, God provided the only means of atonement for human sin, so that those who by faith accept this atonement may have eternal life, and the whole creation may better understand the infinite and holy love of the Creator. This perfect atonement vindicates the righteousness of God’s law and the graciousness of His character; for it both condemns our sin and provides for our forgiveness. The death of Christ is substitutionary and expiatory, reconciling and transforming. The bodily resurrection of Christ proclaims God’s triumph over the forces of evil, and for those who accept the atonement, assures their final victory over sin and death. It declares the Lordship of Jesus Christ, before whom every knee in heaven and on earth will bow. UP ⬆ (Gen. 3:15 ; Ps. 22:1 ; Isa. 53 ; John 3:16 ; John 14:30 ; Rom. 1:4 ; Rom. 3:25 ; Romans 4:25 ; Romans 8:3-4 ; 1 Cor. 15:3-4 , Romans 15:20-22 ; 2 Cor. 5:14-15 , 2 Cor. 5:19-21 ; Phil. 2:6-11 ; Col. 2:15 ; 1 Peter 2:21-22 ; 1 John 2:2 ; 1 John 4:10 .) ​ 10. The Experience of Salvation In infinite love and mercy God made Christ, who knew no sin, to be sin for us, so that in Him we might be made the righteousness of God. Led by the Holy Spirit we sense our need, acknowledge our sinfulness, repent of our transgressions, and exercise faith in Jesus as Saviour and Lord, Substitute and Example. This saving faith comes through the divine power of the Word and is the gift of God’s grace. Through Christ we are justified, adopted as God’s sons and daughters, and delivered from the lordship of sin. Through the Spirit we are born again and sanctified; the Spirit renews our minds, writes God’s law of love in our hearts, and we are given the power to live a holy life. Abiding in Him we become partakers of the divine nature and have the assurance of salvation now and in the judgment. UP ⬆ (Gen. 3:15 ; Isa. 45:22 ; Isa. 45:53 ; Jer. 31:31-34 ; Ezek. 33:11 ; Ezek. 36:25-27 ; Hab. 2:4 ; Mark 9:23-24 ; John 3:3-8 , John 3:6 ; John 16:8 ; Rom. 3:21-26 ; Rom. 1:1-4 , Rom. 1:14-17 ; Rom. 5:6-10 ; Rom. 10:17 ; Rom. 12:2 ; 2 Cor. 5:17-21 ; Gal. 1:4 ; Gal. 3:13-14 , Gal. 3:26 ; Gal. 4:4-7 ; Eph. 2:4-10 ; Col. 1:13-14 ; Titus 3:3-7 ; Heb. 8:7-12 ; 1 Peter 1:23 ; 1 Peter 2:21-22 ; 2 Peter 1:3-4 ; Rev. 13:8 .) ​ 11. Growing in Christ By His death on the cross, Jesus triumphed over the forces of evil. He who subjugated the demonic spirits during His earthly ministry has broken their power and made certain their ultimate doom. Jesus’ victory gives us victory over the evil forces that still seek to control us, as we walk with Him in peace, joy, and assurance of His love. Now the Holy Spirit dwells within us and empowers us. Continually committed to Jesus as our Saviour and Lord, we are set free from the burden of our past deeds. No longer do we live in the darkness, fear of evil powers, ignorance, and meaninglessness of our former way of life. In this new freedom in Jesus, we are called to grow into the likeness of His character, communing with Him daily in prayer, feeding on His Word, meditating on it and on His providence, singing His praises, gathering together for worship, and participating in the mission of the Church. We are also called to follow Christ’s example by compassionately ministering to the physical, mental, social, emotional, and spiritual needs of humanity. As we give ourselves in loving service to those around us and in witnessing to His salvation, His constant presence with us through the Spirit transforms every moment and every task into a spiritual experience. UP ⬆ (1 Chron. 29:11 ; Ps. 1:1-2 ; Ps. 23:4 ; Ps. 77:11-12 ; Matt. 20:25-28 ; Matt. 25:31-46 ; Luke 10:17-20 ; John 20:21 ; Rom. 8:38-39 ; 2 Cor. 3:17-18 ; Gal. 5:22-25 ; Eph. 5:19-20 ; Eph. 6:12-18 ; Phil. 3:7-14 ; Col. 1:13-14 ; Col. 2:6 , Col. 2:14-15 ; 1 Thess. 5:16-18 , 1 Thess. 5:23 ; Heb. 10:25 ; James 1:27 ; 2 Peter 2:9 ; 2 Peter 3:18 ; 1 John 4:4 .) ​ 12. The Church The church is the community of believers who confess Jesus Christ as Lord and Saviour. In continuity with the people of God in Old Testament times, we are called out from the world; and we join together for worship, for fellowship, for instruction in the Word, for the celebration of the Lord’s Supper, for service to humanity, and for the worldwide proclamation of the gospel. The church derives its authority from Christ, who is the incarnate Word revealed in the Scriptures. The church is God’s family; adopted by Him as children, its members live on the basis of the new covenant. The church is the body of Christ, a community of faith of which Christ Himself is the Head. The church is the bride for whom Christ died that He might sanctify and cleanse her. At His return in triumph, He will present her to Himself a glorious church, the faithful of all the ages, the purchase of His blood, not having spot or wrinkle, but holy and without blemish. UP ⬆ (Gen. 12:1-3 ; Exod. 19:3-7 ; Matt. 16:13-20 ; Matt. 18:18 ; Matt. 28:19-20 ; Acts 2:38-42 ; Acts 7:38 ; 1 Cor. 1:2 ; Eph. 1:22-23 ; Eph. 2:19-22 ; Eph. 3:8-11 ; Eph. 5:23-27 ; Col. 1:17-18 ; 1 Peter 2:9 .) ​ 13. The Remnant and its Mission The universal church is composed of all who truly believe in Christ, but in the last days, a time of widespread apostasy, a remnant has been called out to keep the commandments of God and the faith of Jesus. This remnant announces the arrival of the judgment hour, proclaims salvation through Christ, and heralds the approach of His second advent. This proclamation is symbolized by the three angels of Revelation 14 ; it coincides with the work of judgment in heaven and results in a work of repentance and reform on earth. Every believer is called to have a personal part in this worldwide witness. UP ⬆ ​ (Dan. 7:9-14 ; Isa. 1:9 ; Isa. 11:11 ; Jer. 23:3 ; Mic. 2:12 ; 2 Cor. 5:10 ; 1 Peter 1:16-19 ; 1 Peter 4:17 ; 2 Peter 3:10-14 ; Jude 3 , Jude 14 ; Rev. 12:17 ; Rev. 14:6-12 ; Rev. 18:1-4 .) ​ 14. Unity in the Body of Christ The church is one body with many members, called from every nation, kindred, tongue, and people. In Christ we are a new creation; distinctions of race, culture, learning, and nationality, and differences between high and low, rich and poor, male and female, must not be divisive among us. We are all equal in Christ, who by one Spirit has bonded us into one fellowship with Him and with one another; we are to serve and be served without partiality or reservation. Through the revelation of Jesus Christ in the Scriptures we share the same faith and hope, and reach out in one witness to all. This unity has its source in the oneness of the triune God, who has adopted us as His children. UP ⬆ (Ps. 133:1 ; Matt. 28:19-20 ; John 17:20-23 ; Acts 17:26-27 ; Rom. 12:4-5 ; 1 Cor. 12:12-14 ; 2 Cor. 5:16-17 ; Gal. 3:27-29 ; Eph. 2:13-16 ; Eph. 4:3-6 , Eph. 4:11-16 ; Col. 3:10-15 .) ​ 15. Baptism By baptism we confess our faith in the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, and testify of our death to sin and of our purpose to walk in newness of life. Thus we acknowledge Christ as Lord and Saviour, become His people, and are received as members by His church. Baptism is a symbol of our union with Christ, the forgiveness of our sins, and our reception of the Holy Spirit. It is by immersion in water and is contingent on an affirmation of faith in Jesus and evidence of repentance of sin. It follows instruction in the Holy Scriptures and acceptance of their teachings. UP ⬆ (Matt. 28:19-20 ; Acts 2:38 ; Acts 16:30-33 ; Acts 22:16 ; Rom. 6:1-6 ; Gal. 3:27 ; Col. 2:12-13 .) ​ 16. The Lord’s Supper The Lord’s Supper is a participation in the emblems of the body and blood of Jesus as an expression of faith in Him, our Lord and Saviour. In this experience of communion Christ is present to meet and strengthen His people. As we partake, we joyfully proclaim the Lord’s death until He comes again. Preparation for the Supper includes self-examination, repentance, and confession. The Master ordained the service of foot-washing to signify renewed cleansing, to express a willingness to serve one another in Christlike humility, and to unite our hearts in love. The communion service is open to all believing Christians. UP ⬆ (Matt. 26:17-30 ; John 6:48-63 ; John 13:1-17 ; 1 Cor. 10:16-17 ; 1 Cor. 11:23-30 ; Rev. 3:20 .) ​ 17. Spiritual Gifts and Ministries God bestows upon all members of His church in every age spiritual gifts that each member is to employ in loving ministry for the common good of the church and of humanity. Given by the agency of the Holy Spirit, who apportions to each member as He wills, the gifts provide all abilities and ministries needed by the church to fulfill its divinely ordained functions. According to the Scriptures, these gifts include such ministries as faith, healing, prophecy, proclamation, teaching, administration, reconciliation, compassion, and self-sacrificing service and charity for the help and encouragement of people. Some members are called of God and endowed by the Spirit for functions recognized by the church in pastoral, evangelistic, and teaching ministries particularly needed to equip the members for service, to build up the church to spiritual maturity, and to foster unity of the faith and knowledge of God. When members employ these spiritual gifts as faithful stewards of God’s varied grace, the church is protected from the destructive influence of false doctrine, grows with a growth that is from God, and is built up in faith and love. UP ⬆ (Acts 6:1-7 ; Rom. 12:4-8 ; 1 Cor. 12:7-11 , 1 Cor. 12:27 , 1 Cor. 12:28 ; Eph. 4:8 , Eph. 4:11-16 ; 1 Tim. 3:1-13 ; 1 Peter 4:10-11 .) ​ 18. The Gift of Prophecy The Scriptures testify that one of the gifts of the Holy Spirit is prophecy. This gift is an identifying mark of the remnant church and we believe it was manifested in the ministry of Ellen G. White. Her writings speak with prophetic authority and provide comfort, guidance, instruction, and correction to the church. They also make clear that the Bible is the standard by which all teaching and experience must be tested. UP ⬆ (Num. 12:6 ; 2 Chron. 20:20 ; Amos 3:7 ; Joel 2:28-29 ; Acts 2:14-21 ; 2 Tim. 3:16-17 ; Heb. 1:1-3 ; Rev. 12:17 ; Rev. 19:10 ; Rev. 22:8-9 .) ​ 19. The Law of God The great principles of God’s law are embodied in the Ten Commandments and exemplified in the life of Christ. They express God’s love, will, and purposes concerning human conduct and relationships and are binding upon all people in every age. These precepts are the basis of God’s covenant with His people and the standard in God’s judgment. Through the agency of the Holy Spirit they point out sin and awaken a sense of need for a Saviour. Salvation is all of grace and not of works, and its fruit is obedience to the Commandments. This obedience develops Christian character and results in a sense of well-being. It is evidence of our love for the Lord and our concern for our fellow human beings. The obedience of faith demonstrates the power of Christ to transform lives, and therefore strengthens Christian witness. UP ⬆ (Exod. 20:1-17 ; Deut. 28:1-14 ; Ps. 19:7-14 ; Ps. 40:7-8 ; Matt. 5:17-20 ; Matt. 22:36-40 ; John 14:15 ; John 15:7-10 ; Rom. 8:3-4 ; Eph. 2:8-10 ; Heb. 8:8-10 ; 1 John 2:3 ; 1 John 5:3 ; Rev. 12:17 ; Rev. 14:12 .) ​ 20. The Sabbath The gracious Creator, after the six days of Creation, rested on the seventh day and instituted the Sabbath for all people as a memorial of Creation. The fourth commandment of God’s unchangeable law requires the observance of this seventh-day Sabbath as the day of rest, worship, and ministry in harmony with the teaching and practice of Jesus, the Lord of the Sabbath. The Sabbath is a day of delightful communion with God and one another. It is a symbol of our redemption in Christ, a sign of our sanctification, a token of our allegiance, and a foretaste of our eternal future in God’s kingdom. The Sabbath is God’s perpetual sign of His eternal covenant between Him and His people. Joyful observance of this holy time from evening to evening, sunset to sunset, is a celebration of God’s creative and redemptive acts. UP ⬆ (Gen. 2:1-3 ; Exod. 20:8-11 ; Exod. 31:13-17 ; Lev. 23:32 ; Deut. 5:12-15 ; Isa. 56:5-6 ; Isa. 58:13-14 ; Ezek. 20:12 , Ezek. 20:20 ; Matt. 12:1-12 ; Mark 1:32 ; Luke 4:16 ; Heb. 4:1-11 .) ​ 21. Stewardship We are God’s stewards, entrusted by Him with time and opportunities, abilities and possessions, and the blessings of the earth and its resources. We are responsible to Him for their proper use. We acknowledge God’s ownership by faithful service to Him and our fellow human beings, and by returning tithe and giving offerings for the proclamation of His gospel and the support and growth of His church. Stewardship is a privilege given to us by God for nurture in love and the victory over selfishness and covetousness. Stewards rejoice in the blessings that come to others as a result of their faithfulness. UP ⬆ (Gen. 1:26-28 ; Gen. 2:15 ; 1 Chron. 29:14 ; Haggai 1:3-11 ; Mal. 3:8-12 ; Matt. 23:23 ; Rom. 15:26-27 ; 1 Cor. 9:9-14 ; 2 Cor. 8:1-15 ; 2 Cor. 9:7 .) ​ 22. Christian Behavior We are called to be a godly people who think, feel, and act in harmony with biblical principles in all aspects of personal and social life. For the Spirit to recreate in us the character of our Lord we involve ourselves only in those things that will produce Christlike purity, health, and joy in our lives. This means that our amusement and entertainment should meet the highest standards of Christian taste and beauty. While recognizing cultural differences, our dress is to be simple, modest, and neat, befitting those whose true beauty does not consist of outward adornment but in the imperishable ornament of a gentle and quiet spirit. It also means that because our bodies are the temples of the Holy Spirit, we are to care for them intelligently. Along with adequate exercise and rest, we are to adopt the most healthful diet possible and abstain from the unclean foods identified in the Scriptures. Since alcoholic beverages, tobacco, and the irresponsible use of drugs and narcotics are harmful to our bodies, we are to abstain from them as well. Instead, we are to engage in whatever brings our thoughts and bodies into the discipline of Christ, who desires our wholesomeness, joy, and goodness. UP ⬆ (Gen. 7:2 ; Exod. 20:15 ; Lev. 11:1-47 ; Ps. 106:3 ; Rom. 12:1-2 ; 1 Cor. 6:19-20 ; 1 Cor. 10:31 ; 2 Cor. 6:14-7:1 ; 2 Cor. 10:5 ; Eph. 5:1-21 ; Phil. 2:4 ; Phil. 4:8 ; 1 Tim. 2:9-10 ; Titus 2:11-12 ; 1 Peter 3:1-4 ; 1 John 2:6 ; 3 John 2 .) ​ 23. Marriage and the Family Marriage was divinely established in Eden and affirmed by Jesus to be a lifelong union between a man and a woman in loving companionship. For the Christian a marriage commitment is to God as well as to the spouse, and should be entered into only between a man and a woman who share a common faith. Mutual love, honor, respect, and responsibility are the fabric of this relationship, which is to reflect the love, sanctity, closeness, and permanence of the relationship between Christ and His church. Regarding divorce, Jesus taught that the person who divorces a spouse, except for fornication, and marries another, commits adultery. Although some family relationships may fall short of the ideal, a man and a woman who fully commit themselves to each other in Christ through marriage may achieve loving unity through the guidance of the Spirit and the nurture of the church. God blesses the family and intends that its members shall assist each other toward complete maturity. Increasing family closeness is one of the earmarks of the final gospel message. Parents are to bring up their children to love and obey the Lord. By their example and their words they are to teach them that Christ is a loving, tender, and caring guide who wants them to become members of His body, the family of God which embraces both single and married persons. UP ⬆ (Gen. 2:18-25 ; Exod. 20:12 ; Deut. 6:5-9 ; Prov. 22:6 ; Mal. 4:5-6 ; Matt. 5:31-32 ; Matt. 19:3-9 , Matt. 19:12 ; Mark 10:11-12 ; John 2:1-11 ; 1 Cor. 7:7 , 1 Cor. 7:10-11 ; 2 Cor. 6:14 ; Eph. 5:21-33 ; Eph. 6:1-4 .) ​ 24. Christ’s Ministry in the Heavenly Sanctuary There is a sanctuary in heaven, the true tabernacle that the Lord set up and not humans. In it Christ ministers on our behalf, making available to believers the benefits of His atoning sacrifice offered once for all on the cross. At His ascension, He was inaugurated as our great High Priest and began His intercessory ministry, which was typified by the work of the high priest in the holy place of the earthly sanctuary. In 1844, at the end of the prophetic period of 2300 days, He entered the second and last phase of His atoning ministry, which was typified by the work of the high priest in the most holy place of the earthly sanctuary. It is a work of investigative judgment, which is part of the ultimate disposition of all sin, typified by the cleansing of the ancient Hebrew sanctuary on the Day of Atonement. In that typical service the sanctuary was cleansed with the blood of animal sacrifices, but the heavenly things are purified with the perfect sacrifice of the blood of Jesus. The investigative judgment reveals to heavenly intelligences who among the dead are asleep in Christ and therefore, in Him, are deemed worthy to have part in the first resurrection. It also makes manifest who among the living are abiding in Christ, keeping the commandments of God and the faith of Jesus, and in Him, therefore, are ready for translation into His everlasting kingdom. This judgment vindicates the justice of God in saving those who believe in Jesus. It declares that those who have remained loyal to God shall receive the kingdom. The completion of this ministry of Christ will mark the close of human probation before the Second Advent. UP ⬆ (Lev. 16 ; Num. 14:34 ; Ezek. 4:6 ; Dan. 7:9-27 ; Dan. 8:13-14 ; Dan. 9:24-27 ; Heb. 1:3 ; Heb. 2:16-27 ; Heb. 4:14-16 ; Heb. 8:1-5 ; Heb. 9:11- 28 ; Heb. 10:19-22 ; Rev. 8:3-5 ; Rev. 11:19 ; Rev. 14:6-7 ; Rev. 20:12 ; Rev. 14:12 ; Rev. 22:11-12 .) ​ 25. The Second Coming of Christ The second coming of Christ is the blessed hope of the church, the grand climax of the gospel. The Saviour’s coming will be literal, personal, visible, and worldwide. When He returns, the righteous dead will be resurrected, and together with the righteous living will be glorified and taken to heaven, but the unrighteous will die. The almost complete fulfillment of most lines of prophecy, together with the present condition of the world, indicates that Christ’s coming is near. The time of that event has not been revealed, and we are therefore exhorted to be ready at all times. UP ⬆ (Matt. 24 ; Mark 13:1-37 ; Luke 21:1-38 ; John 14:1-3 ; Acts 1:9-11 ; 1 Cor. 15:51-54 ; 1 Thess. 4:13-18 ; 1 Thess. 5:1-6 ; 2 Thess. 1:7- 10 ; 2 Thess. 2:8 ; 2 Tim. 3:1-5 ; Titus 2:13 ; Heb. 9:28 ; Rev. 1:7 ; Rev. 14:14-20 ; Rev. 19:11-21 .) ​ 26. Death and Resurrection The wages of sin is death. But God, who alone is immortal, will grant eternal life to His redeemed. Until that day death is an unconscious state for all people. When Christ, who is our life, appears, the resurrected righteous and the living righteous will be glorified and caught up to meet their Lord. The second resurrection, the resurrection of the unrighteous, will take place a thousand years later. UP ⬆ (Job 19:25-27 ; Ps. 146:3-4 ; Eccl. 9:5-6 ; Eccl. 9:10 ; Dan. 12:2 , Dan 12:13 ; Isa. 25:8 ; John 5:28-29 ; John 11:11-14 ; Rom. 6:23 ; Rom. 6:16 ; 1 Cor. 15:51-54 ; Col. 3:4 ; 1 Thess. 4:13-17 ; 1 Tim. 6:15 ; Rev. 20:1-10 .) ​ 27. The Millennium and the End of Sin The millennium is the thousand-year reign of Christ with His saints in heaven between the first and second resurrections. During this time the wicked dead will be judged; the earth will be utterly desolate, without living human inhabitants, but occupied by Satan and his angels. At its close Christ with His saints and the Holy City will descend from heaven to earth. The unrighteous dead will then be resurrected, and with Satan and his angels will surround the city; but fire from God will consume them and cleanse the earth. The universe will thus be freed of sin and sinners forever. UP ⬆ (Jer. 4:23-26 ; Ezek. 28:18-19 ; Mal. 4:1 ; 1 Cor. 6:2-3 ; Rev. 20 ; Rev. 21:1-5 .) ​ 28. The New Earth On the new earth, in which righteousness dwells, God will provide an eternal home for the redeemed and a perfect environment for everlasting life, love, joy, and learning in His presence. For here God Himself will dwell with His people, and suffering and death will have passed away. The great controversy will be ended, and sin will be no more. All things, animate and inanimate, will declare that God is love; and He shall reign forever. Amen. UP ⬆ (Isa. 35 ; Isa. 65:17-25 ; Matt. 5:5 ; 2 Peter 3:13 ; Rev. 11:15 ; Rev. 21:1-7 ; Rev. 22:1-5 .) ​ Learn more at www.adventist.org The Holy Scriptures The Trinity The Father The Son The Holy Spirit Creation The Nature of Humanity The Great Controversy The Life, Death and Resurrection of Christ The Experience of Salvation Growing in Christ The Church The Remnant and Its Mission Unity in the Body of Chist Baptism The Lord's Supper Spiritual Gifts and Ministries The Gift of Prophecy The Law of God The Sabbath Stewardship Christian Behavior Marriage and the Family Christ’s Ministry in the Heavenly Sanctuary The Second Coming of Christ Death and Resurrection List The Millennium and the End of Sin The New Earth

From our various Sabbath morning classes, to our Spirit-filled church services, to our active ministry meet-up groups—there is something for everyone! Join Us Here at the Kernersville Seventh-day Adventist Church , we value our community and continually work towards creating lives that are happy, healthy, and Christ-filled. No matter what season of life you are in, we have something for every age and every stage of life. Please come and join us. We would love to have you join our family! ​ "Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity"—Psalm 133:1 See What We Offer! Adult Classes Designed to instruct men and woman of all ages to become strong and effective members of the body of Christ. LEARN MORE Child Classes Aimed at nurturing children of all age groups and helping them to develop a loving and serving relationship with Jesus Christ. LEARN MORE Youth Classes Developed to increase the involvement of our teens and young adults in their relationship with God and the surrounding communities. ​ LEARN MORE Learn about our Ministries , too! FAQs When is the church open? Tues.-Fri., 9am-3pm Sat., 9am-2pm Is there lunch after the service? Yes! Kernersville hosts a traveler's/visitor's lunch on the 1st and 3rd Sabbath of every month. We have delicious vegetarian and vegan-friendly meals prepared by many of our members. Please come and join us! How else can I contact the Kernersville SDA Church? You can contact us at info@kernersvillesda.org, or call us at (336) 996-3777 during our regular business hours, from Tuesday through Friday, 9am-3pm. What if my child cries during the church service? Our church is filled with families and members of every age, so we understand that little ones will sometimes cry or make noise in church...but don't worry, we've got you covered! There is a nursery and training chapel that looks into the main sanctuary if your child begins to cry or needs a break to play. It is located to the left of the main sanctuary, just down the side hall. We appreciate your efforts to maintain the sanctity of the sanctuary and ensure there are no noisy distractions during the message portion of the service. We have many who are hard of hearing, so noise would make the sermon even harder to hear over talking, crying, or loud toys. Thank you for your understanding! Do I need to stay with my child during class? Younger Kids: We recommend that parents stay in the classroom with younger children who require aid. You'll likely see other parents in the classrooms, and we recommend this for classrooms ranging in age from 0-5. Once your child is comfortable with their class and teacher (and does not require full care), you are welcome to chat with the teacher about dropping your child off at classes. Older Kids: Feel free to drop off your older or more independent children. We have a friendly staff of teachers who can help your child enjoy participating in classes. When are services held? Sabbath School Classes: Saturdays at 9:30 a.m. Cradle Roll (ages 0-3) Kindergarten (ages 4-6) Primary (ages 7-9) Junior (ages 10-13) Teen (ages 14-18) Worship Service: Saturdays at 10:45 a.m. Prayer Meeting: Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m. How long are the services? On average, Sabbath school classes last a little less than an hour. The main church service usually lasts an hour and a half and includes song service, special music, children's story, tithe and offering, garden of prayer, and then culminates into the sermon. Prayer meeting lasts one hour. How should I dress? We respect the principles of Christian modesty and simplicity in our attire, therefore most members choose to wear attire that is business, business casual, or semi-formal. Please wear what is comfortable for you. Am I expected to give an offering? No. However, if you would like to give your tithe and/or give an offering, there are envelopes in the pews that you may use, or you can give a free-will offering without an envelope. Both are placed into the offering plates as they are passed around during the "offertory" portion of the service. You may notice many members participating in tithe and offering because of their desire to honor God by giving back 10% of their increase. If you would like to learn more about this subject, please Click Here! Ready to Become a Member? The Kernersville Seventh-day Adventist Church is a community of faith in which all are welcomed to participate in its worship services and its fellowship. Some choose to take a further step of commitment and personal involvement in the ministries of the church by becoming an active member. If you are looking for a church home, or perhaps you are new to our community, we would love to welcome you into our church! ​ There are 3 different ways you can become a member of the Kernersville Seventh-day Adventist Church : ​ 1. Baptism: The Seventh-day Adventist Church believes and practices baptism by immersion. For those who are beginning their walk with Jesus for the first time, or making a renewed commitment, baptism is a symbol of that new life in Christ and entrance into His church. ( Acts 2:38-47 ) ​ If you have never been baptized by immersion and would like to take that step, please contact us by phone , e-mail , or by online Contact Form , and your inquiry will be directed to the Pastor who will meet with you and help you prepare for this important event. ​ 2. Profession of Faith: If you have already been baptized by immersion in another Christian denomination, you may become a member of the Kernersville Seventh-day Adventist Church by a simple declaration of your personal faith in Jesus Christ, as well as have a clear understanding of basic Seventh-day Adventist Fundamental Beliefs . You can begin that process by contacting us by phone , e-mail , or by using our online Contact Form . As soon as we receive your information, we will contact you so that you can set up an appointment with the Pastor. ​ 3. Membership Transfer: If you currently hold membership in a Seventh-day Adventist church and want to establish your membership at the Kernersville Seventh-day Adventist Church , you may do so by transferring your membership. Please contact us by phone , e-mail , or use our online Contact Form to begin the Transfer Membership process. Member