foundational references: 0:58 Matthew 23:23 [not to neglect] the weightier matters of the law: justice and mercy and faithfulness (“Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! For you tithe mint and dill and cumin, and have neglected the weightier matters of the law: justice and mercy and faithfulness. These you ought to have done, without neglecting the others.) ESV 1:14 "Those who have too little courage to reprove wrong, or who through indolence or lack of interest make no earnest effort to purify the family or the church of God, are held accountable for the evil that may result from their neglect of duty. We are just as responsible for evils that we might have checked in others by exercise of parental or pastoral authority as if the acts had been our own." Patriarchs and Prophets 478.2 6:50 "Every association of life calls for the exercise of self-control, forbearance, and sympathy. We differ so widely in disposition, habits, education, that our ways of looking at things vary. We judge differently. Our understanding of truth, our ideas in regard to the conduct of life, are not in all respects the same. There are no two whose experience is alike in every particular. The trials of one are not the trials of another. The duties that one finds light are to another most difficult and perplexing. So frail, so ignorant, so liable to misconception is human nature, that each should be careful in the estimate he places upon another. We little know the bearing of our acts upon the experience of others. What we do or say may seem to us of little moment, when, could our eyes be opened, we should see that upon it depended the most important results for good or for evil." The Ministry of Healing 483 (Chapter 41-In Contact With Others) 8:28 Matthew 18:15-17 (not quotet) 9:47 SDA Fundamental Belief 13: The Remnant and Its Mission (not quotet) 9:59 "Some have been dissatisfied and have said: “I will not longer pay my tithe; for I have no confidence in the way things are managed at the heart of the work.” But will you rob God because you think the management of the work is not right? Make your complaint, plainly and openly, in the right spirit, to the proper ones. Send in your petitions for things to be adjusted and set in order; but do not withdraw from the work of God, and prove unfaithful, because others are not doing right." Testimonies for The Church Vol.9 249.2
foundational references: 0:58 Matthew 23:23 [not to neglect] the weightier matters of the law: justice and mercy and faithfulness 1:14 "Those who have too little courage to reprove wrong, or who through indolence or lack of interest make no earnest effort to purify the family or the church of God, are held accountable for the evil that may result from their neglect of duty. We are just as responsible for evils that we might have checked in others by exercise of parental or pastoral authority as if the acts had been our own." Patriarchs and Prophets 478.2 6:42 "Every association of life calls for the exercise of self-control, forbearance, and sympathy. We differ so widely in disposition, habits, education, that our ways of looking at things vary. We judge differently. Our understanding of truth, our ideas in regard to the conduct of life, are not in all respects the same. There are no two whose experience is alike in every particular. The trials of one are not the trials of another. The duties that one finds light are to another most difficult and perplexing. So frail, so ignorant, so liable to misconception is human nature, that each should be careful in the estimate he places upon another. We little know the bearing of our acts upon the experience of others. What we do or say may seem to us of little moment, when, could our eyes be opened, we should see that upon it depended the most important results for good or for evil." The Ministry of Healing 483 (Chapter 41-In Contact With Others) 8:28 Matthew 18:15-17 (mentioned, not quotet) 9:47 SDA Fundamental Belief 13: The Remnant and Its Mission (mentioned, not quotet) 9:59 "Some have been dissatisfied and have said: “I will not longer pay my tithe; for I have no confidence in the way things are managed at the heart of the work.” But will you rob God because you think the management of the work is not right? Make your complaint, plainly and openly, in the right spirit, to the proper ones. Send in your petitions for things to be adjusted and set in order; but do not withdraw from the work of God, and prove unfaithful, because others are not doing right." Testimonies for The Church Vol.9 249.2
This church brings tears to my eyes. I see the love of God in the Brethren. I see unity in Christ. Praise be to God. God is going to vindicate His servants Pastors Vine and Kelly. They are true servants of the Almighty God.
Amen, praying that we all pray for the courage to stand up for our beliefs not only in our churches but in our world with love. We are all human, but if we don't stand up for right, who will? We are the Remnant Church, and we have a duty we've been given. I pray we all take this seriously because I personally think this has been a warning of things to come, and this is just showing all of us how much we need to stand up for Christ and what his will is. Wake up call.❤
Our church leaders will probably see this video and comments. Let us unite with the village church with our comments and with the love of God, that we are praying for our church leaders to re consider their stand and let us all humble ourselves for the sake of the gospel and the glory of God, that it will not be our will but that God’s will be done. “ if my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land.” 2 Chr. 7:14. Please make an appeal to our leaders and pray, till these gets resolved.
Remember there's a statement sister White wrote, " are we hoping for the whole church to revive? That time will never come" as long as Noah, job and Daniel lived in the land, they were saved by their own right doing. No one can save another, each one of us need to go to Jesus Christ in the Most Holy Place throne room, ask for pardon, mercy and justice. In this time of God's judgement, when nations are angry, God's wrath is also coming in quick successions, nothing will be safe, if you seen the destroying angels doing the work in the Californian fires, out of control, in NSW there was a great hailstorm this week causing destruction, many lives and properties will be lost. I also see that God in His mercy is warning the people through these destructive forces, earthquakes, fires, floods, tsunamis, tidal waves, hurricanes , cyclones and pandemics
The way the SDA conference churches are heading speedily towards joining together with Rome and the image of the beast, in keeping Sunday holy, it's heading for destruction of the last days and hence receiving the seven last plagues. More judgements are metered out to the ones who once knew the truth and then left it for the sake of popularity and prosperity and self gain.
They do not have the authority to ban anyone. The people are the authority not the organization. Does the organization choose a pastor or do the people?
@@BEvans7 Thanks for a very good question. We SDA's are Protestants... and I wonder why we as a church so often tend to practise papal attitude. We do NOT want and seek a king among us, because we already have one; Jesus Christ. He alone is our authority, and not even thousand church meetings or boards can dictate or tell what we should do when our feets are standing on the foundations of Biblical truth. We all know and appreciate the attitude of Luther when being charged as a heretic: "“My conscience is captive to the Word of God. Thus I cannot and will not recant, because acting against one's conscience is neither safe nor sound. Here I stand; I can do no other. God help me.” So, I wonder, why does we not show this attitude, practising it, following in the same footsteps? How does our elders and trusted administrators in our organization sees themselves? As semi gods, with power to rule over us members? Have SDA become a corporation, where the top gives instruction downward and expect everyone below to dance as obedient circus monkeys? Every member of our church are called by God individually, and has a purpose to fulfill, given by our Creator. This is where our "power" comes from; unity in truth. The faster we adopt to God's ways, the faster we may be changed by His spirit and can start to practicing love among us. Then He will return, meeting His bride ;) What do YOU think?
It's a blessing to see Conrad vine on the platform at The Village Church again. May Conrad Vine and Ron Kelly be at seen not just on a platform but at the pulpit again and again, bringing us the words of the Holy Spirit. 🙏
I have been watching the Religious Liberty weekends each January since Covid started, and was so blessed to find a body of believers and speakers who were standing up for freedom of conscience. God has asked each one of us to be the caretakers of our own body and our decisions. We are not to bow to the dictates of government when it is in direct conflict with what we believe the Bible teaches us! This church has been a light on a hill, a beacon of Hope! I, too, agree with the elders statements!
Village, you are a light on the hill. Continue to shine to the world, particularly to Adventists around the world. Adventists elders around the world have much to learn from you. Congrats, and blessings!
Praise God from whom all blessings flow!! I applaud all these elders for their STAND for justice and fairness for all members and not dictatorship!! Bless each one of them!!
Many believers from Australia stand with you in unity, in spirit and in truth. We praise God for the courage that you have, to stand firmly - and to stand humbly!
Thank you Elders. You have modeled the SDA fellowship, Christ like love and strength that I thought I joined 30 years ago. I have never seen unity and Godliness like this. I pray that all of our congregations will follow the example of Christ's love and strength to stand for the truth as you have done. God bless you all and I am praying for you.
Religious liberty starts in the church. I couldn't be more honored to be in the audience for this powerful, truthful, profound religious liberty stance.
It is the most significant moment in our history since Desmond Ford, except this time there is a global viewership & it is in DEFENCE of our SDA beliefs and the SOP. I have NEVER seen a church so dedicated to living out the guidelines as recorded in the SOP and it is unbelievably encouraging to watch. For many of us, VSDA became our spiritual home, a beacon of what we are meant to be as a people. Please, please hold the line. We are praying for you all. The outcome will have a profound and lasting significance for us as a global church body.
Yes, of course, Pastor Kelly and Dr Vine along with the Village church has been and still is a beacon of hope for many. We are in faithful prayer, Sincerely, Jim and Suzy Vance. Prescott AZ
Thank you so much for the update. The Elders and the people of the Village Church have been seen as a united front, and I love to see how the Holy Spirit is giving them the words to speak. We are praying for our brothers and sisters, and praying to have Pastor Conrad Vine & Pastor Ron Kelly back in their positions as Watchmen on the towers. We as a church, are at greater risk when our watchmen are not at their post. 🙏
Actually, “The Watchmen” that are SDA Christians have a Mission from God to the World, not to His Church!* Revelation 14 📖 * See: EGW/SOP, published book 📕 4 years after the apostasy (1906-07) from the SDA 💒organization of the then popular Pastors Waggoner & Jones, due to their independence spirits erroneous views of: “Individuality in Religion”** * Testimonies to the Church, Volume 9, page 19. Revelation 22:17🤗💒🙏 ** Also published in 1911, 4 years after Waggoner & Jones apostasy from the SDA Church organization: EGW, The Acts of the Apostles, pages 📖 120-122
Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, My fellow members and I from various churches in Germany are praying for Pastor Vine, Pastor Kelly and the members of Village Church. We support your efforts and mission. may God continue to lead you.
I stand with and support the elders of Village SDA Church. May God bless this leadership and see them as the Princes that protested in the Great Controversy.
Dispite the time difference I had the privilege of praying with you the 24 hour from Switzerland. We a small group are so encouraged. It is like the reformation inthe days of King Hezekiah. Hold fast what you have. Our God is with us and the enemy is trembling.
As I’ve posted elsewhere in this thread….These leaders were among the ONLY leaders to offer ongoing spiritual nourishment and validity on my spiritual path - and so many others - during the dark days of international church closures as leaders bowed to the demands of government. The SDA church is in need of men and women who are filled with the courage to stand as did Joshua - we are headed into the furnace of Trouble, we need steadfast servants of God to stand and lead Gods army of believers. Thank you Dr Vine and Pastor Kelly for giving us the example of how to stand though the winds blow. Thank you Elders for your commitment to stand as leaders of Gods people also.
Praise God for principle members like you who are bold in standing for the right, such men are so needed to help God’s remnant through what lies ahead as we near the imminent return of our Lord Jesus Christ!!!❤
I am so honored to be an Adventist and to be a part of this great congregation in VSDA! May the Lord be with you all and continue to lead you all in the part of righteousness! What an honor to see leaders such as this who stand for the truth though the heavens fall with no fear or favor. VSDA I pray that you may continue to shine as a beacon of light for Jesus in the dark clouds which are gathering in the horizon. GOD BLESS YOU ALL!!!🥰🥰🥰🙏🙏🙏
If the state is an “employment at will state” the employer can terminate at will. While the effort of the elders is admirable, unless legalities are imposed (lawsuit), then all this reading has accomplished is express disagreement. Sounds as if the pastor was non-compliant with the Conference decision. Consequently, action was termination.
@@Parousia77it was not the pastors right to remove Conrad Vine according to the church manual. It would have to come from the elders of the church, who clearly would not have been in agreement with the conferences decision to have Vine removed. So the question remains, why was Pastor Kelly fired? If Kelly is asking for transparency, what does the conference have to lose by not being just that?
@@natalie9741 It appears as if whatever happened is private and hush-hush. As of the video/reading there are a lot of options to consider. I can only imagine ONE scenario that would necessitate a removal from a private-sector position. Consider that the person removed from their position would rather NOT publicize it. To that end, I hope and pray the ‘reading’, by those in attendance was completed in a business meeting and not a church session. The pulpit is sacrosanct; not for airing laundry 🧺, however measured/soiled. Nothing can be accomplished by casting aspersions on those that met, prayed and deliberated. Let it go. Faaaar too much time has been on the issue. 🙏🏾
👏🏾this is so amazing and inspiring. Thank you all for being willing to stand for what is right and respectfully requesting correction to what has erroneously occurred
Im an SDA member in the Southern California Conference and I stand with you, the Elders and the Village SDA Congregation. May God's will be done and may Jesus' character be evident in His people. Amen.
I pray these conference leaders will remove their fingers from their ears. As those who have been given the charge to deliver the truth in these final days, this shaking will become more severe. As God blesses you, your obligation is to share HIS blessing to accomplish the unfinished work of Jesus Christ our Lord. Pray for all and remember we are stewards of God’s blessings. Remember the Sermon on Mt Olives. Everything belongs to God. Stay faithful and TRUST GOD! I love you all. Shabbat Shalom
This is what church unity is. This group of people is doing the Lord's work. They stand as a beacon of hope and example that other churches can follow.
I love the way you all at VC have handled this all the way through. I have so appreciated the videos of speakers from your pulpit and your emphasis on service to the community! Praying for blessings upon you all…
I have very RARELY made comments but this church deserves a big AMEN for their statements and standing up for the leaders removed from their church. Praying for resolution and unity as you are also. God bless your church as you continue to witness for His word.
My respects to this church, board, group of elders with backbone to stand no matter what…and to stand in fírmness, justice and sweet spirit. God WILL see us through.
Thankyou Lord for Brothers and sisters who will stand for the right though heavens may fall… Thankyou Lord, We have hope… Thankyou Lord for those who stand for the freedom of Conscience and our fundamental beliefs as Gods Last day remnant Church… God bless the Village Church… God work on the hearts of those who appose Heavenly order, Have mercy on these Leaders in opposition to your Character… Amen 🙏
It’s uplifting observing the firm standing this local church for the truth and SDA values in following Biblical principles. I’ll continue praying for pastors Ron Kelly and Conrad Vine. 🙏
Praise God! I commend the board of village church for the courage ti stand against tyrants in our church. Thank you for showing the world church what we should do in times and case like this. Especially as sunday law is looming.
A beautiful picture of valiant men of God and virtuous women of God standing for God’s truth! Our church heroes! The Elijah’s of these last days! God bless and protect each one, Dr.Vine, Pastor Kelly, Village church, and all truth warriors around the world! May we all continue to be strong and of a good courage!
35 And said unto them, Ye men of Israel, take heed to yourselves what ye intend to do as touching these men... 38 And now I say unto you, Refrain from these men, and let them alone: for if this counsel or this work be of men, it will come to nought: 39 But if it be of God, ye cannot overthrow it; lest haply ye be found even to fight against God. Acts 5:35,38,39
This is a lesson on standing on truth, God's word is TRUTH. Reinstate Pastor Kelly and Uncensor Dr. Conrad Vine. 🙏🏽 God lead the way and His will be done!
I personally have benefited tremendously from Sermons provided by both Pastor Ron Kelly and Dr. Conrad Vine. I literally believe, that my life has been spared,through their wisdom and strategies,that have been passed on to me,a devout listener of their messages. May God continue to bless and keep them and make his face shine upon them and grant them his peace now and forever!!! May God’s will be done in this situation, and every other aspect of their lives.
Thank God for all this, can't wait to witness the reinstatement of pastor Kelly. God bless you all for standing up for justice. The truth of God will always overcome over injustice and dictatorial tendencies
This is a testament to the quality of Ps Ron Kelly that he has nurtured fearless leaders in the church who are not afraid to stand for principle; something that is severely lacking in the body of Christ. I pray God’s will be done 🙏🏽🙏🏽
The Michigan conference need to know that there are many in the world who concur with the views expressed by Dr Vine and Pr Ronny Kelly. Truth will have the last say
Let us live in love and exercise a spirit of forgiveness and be a light to the world. I agree to the reinstating of both Pastor Ron Kelly and Pastor Conrad Vein. May God bless His people and lead them to be a light to the world. 🇧🇧
Your standing by the truth for that which is just. Thank you for your Christlike example, may we (those who have followed this process) stand for the right "though the heavens fall".
The conference does need to take heed of the messages and the messengers. These leaders humbled themselves in prayer and supplication. Others in similar situations have gone off-shoots. The Villagers clearly believe and are adhering to the advent message. I am praying for an amicable and spiritual resolve 🙏.
So proud of this church leadership... Its about service to God not subservitude in fear of dismissal by a conference or general conference Organization... Liberty of continence.... True freedom... May Gods Will Prevail.... Sometimes the Church has to take a Righteous Stand. Organization Leaders are mere human and can err.... Grace and healing for All 🙏 ... Take that Stand Elders! Praises to God!
So disappointed that the conference continued to interfere with your ministry to the world by forcing you to cancel your religious liberty conference. I will be waiting for this much appreciated information hopefully coming up soon. Am fasting and praying today for Village Church and Pastor Kelly and Conrad Vine.
Amen! Glory to God in the Highest! His righteousness and justice is Holy. As the word of God says, ''It is better to TRUST in the Lord than to put confidence in man. Psalm 118:8" At times Conference church leaders have to be REMINDED, that they are God's faithful, trusted, humble and obedient servants for the tasks that He commissions for them to do. As God's church family we're earnestly praying for our global Church Leaders. May the spirit of humility and heavenly wisdom be poured abundantly into the hearts. The enduring strength of the Conference leaders are to come down to the level of our dedicated Pastors who are serving their churches tirelessly and prayerfully winning souls for God's kingdom. "Without the Faithful Shepherds and the flocks in the field, makes me wonder! Would there be any Conference up the top?" Praise the Lord for a Godly united Church Elders and Church people who know the voice WELL with their Shepherds! "Psalms 133:1,2- Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for the brethren to dwell together in unity! It is like a precious ointment upon the head,..." Lessons to carefully learn by God's grace. May His Peace, Love, and forgiveness take control in each heart. More Power! Prayer /Blessings
We are living in serious times. Things are rapidly unfolding before our very eyes....there is a shaking and sifting going on in the SDA World Church as well as the world....
I am delighted and impressed with this united action of the elders of the village church in the US, it was essential to stand by the truth and to protect the expression of liberty!
I love to see this unity,God bless all of you and I'll be praying love you all. I love worshipping with you guys ❤❤❤❤. Love form a sister in Christ in Antigua 🇦🇬 ❤️
I appreciate the Elders of the Village church carefully and prayerfully considering what to say, and for putting it in writing clearly and concisely, and for standing up for their convictions! I pray that all concerned will follow the Lords leading and do what is right because there is a lot at stake here and a lot of souls will be influenced!
I find myself weeping because such statements need to be made in God’s remnant church. How have we arrived here? I admire your courage in standing for principle, but I don’t think church leadership will budge even one nanometer. Keep the faith. Stand strong. Resist. And may God help us all.
Thank you Scott for sharing this very inspiring clip! I was privileged to be part of their prayer vigil last night, online! What a precious group of believers! My heart is full of holly pride watching these faithful, loving and strong leaders stand up for God, for their/our beloved Pastor Kelly, for the incredible servant of God, Dr Conrad Vine, and the church family! Thank you ❤ The influence of Dr Conrad Vine, Pastor Kelly and Village SDA Church, has been felt world wide. We have been so blessed by their God given messages, faith, courage, integrity, honesty, truthfulness and firm stands on principle! May God bless them, their families, the Village family and the world wide church! May justice, love and faith prevail! Let us be inspired to stand firm and faithful! Marranatha
Wonderful. I am proud of my brothers and sisters. Heavenly Father, let truth and righteousness triumph again. The Michigan's Conference and GC need eye salve, humility, repentance and spiritual restoration. These brothers MUST be reinstated. But this is a snipit of what standing for the truth can cause.
Many of us Brazilians are with you too. This video will be dubbed, as others of yours have been dubbed, into Portuguese so that others can learn about the truth of the lack of freedom of conscience in the Adventist Church. May God bless the courageous ones who stand up for the truth. May God protect them.
Am from the SVG MISSION of SDA, and am standing with the Village SDA CHURCH, Pastors Kelly and Vines stay strong for the LORD and His people, and I prayer that the brethren will by God's grace remain strong in the LORD.
Email me for the text of the statement. scottritsema@gmail.com
I tried to add the it to the description, but it’s too long.
@@beltoftruthministries I have sent you an email with what happened in our church also. Very similar situation
Scott, what do you think about adding the statement as subtitles and maybe even turning subtitles on by default?
foundational
references:
0:58 Matthew 23:23 [not to neglect] the weightier matters of the law: justice and mercy and faithfulness
(“Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! For you tithe mint and dill and cumin, and have neglected the weightier matters of the law: justice and mercy and faithfulness. These you ought to have done, without neglecting the others.) ESV
1:14 "Those who have too little courage to reprove wrong, or who through indolence or lack of interest make no earnest effort to purify the family or the church of God, are held accountable for the evil that may result from their neglect of duty. We are just as responsible for evils that we might have checked in others by exercise of parental or pastoral authority as if the acts had been our own." Patriarchs and Prophets 478.2
6:50 "Every association of life calls for the exercise of self-control, forbearance, and sympathy. We differ so widely in disposition, habits, education, that our ways of looking at things vary. We judge differently. Our understanding of truth, our ideas in regard to the conduct of life, are not in all respects the same. There are no two whose experience is alike in every particular. The trials of one are not the trials of another. The duties that one finds light are to another most difficult and perplexing.
So frail, so ignorant, so liable to misconception is human nature, that each should be careful in the estimate he places upon another. We little know the bearing of our acts upon the experience of others. What we do or say may seem to us of little moment, when, could our eyes be opened, we should see that upon it depended the most important results for good or for evil." The Ministry of Healing 483 (Chapter 41-In Contact With Others)
8:28 Matthew 18:15-17 (not quotet)
9:47 SDA Fundamental Belief 13: The Remnant and Its Mission (not quotet)
9:59 "Some have been dissatisfied and have said: “I will not longer pay my tithe; for I have no confidence in the way things are managed at the heart of the work.” But will you rob God because you think the management of the work is not right? Make your complaint, plainly and openly, in the right spirit, to the proper ones. Send in your petitions for things to be adjusted and set in order; but do not withdraw from the work of God, and prove unfaithful, because others are not doing right." Testimonies for The Church Vol.9 249.2
foundational
references:
0:58 Matthew 23:23 [not to neglect] the weightier matters of the law: justice and mercy and faithfulness
1:14 "Those who have too little courage to reprove wrong, or who through indolence or lack of interest make no earnest effort to purify the family or the church of God, are held accountable for the evil that may result from their neglect of duty. We are just as responsible for evils that we might have checked in others by exercise of parental or pastoral authority as if the acts had been our own." Patriarchs and Prophets 478.2
6:42 "Every association of life calls for the exercise of self-control, forbearance, and sympathy. We differ so widely in disposition, habits, education, that our ways of looking at things vary. We judge differently. Our understanding of truth, our ideas in regard to the conduct of life, are not in all respects the same. There are no two whose experience is alike in every particular. The trials of one are not the trials of another. The duties that one finds light are to another most difficult and perplexing.
So frail, so ignorant, so liable to misconception is human nature, that each should be careful in the estimate he places upon another. We little know the bearing of our acts upon the experience of others. What we do or say may seem to us of little moment, when, could our eyes be opened, we should see that upon it depended the most important results for good or for evil." The Ministry of Healing 483 (Chapter 41-In Contact With Others)
8:28 Matthew 18:15-17 (mentioned, not quotet)
9:47 SDA Fundamental Belief 13: The Remnant and Its Mission (mentioned, not quotet)
9:59 "Some have been dissatisfied and have said: “I will not longer pay my tithe; for I have no confidence in the way things are managed at the heart of the work.” But will you rob God because you think the management of the work is not right? Make your complaint, plainly and openly, in the right spirit, to the proper ones. Send in your petitions for things to be adjusted and set in order; but do not withdraw from the work of God, and prove unfaithful, because others are not doing right." Testimonies for The Church Vol.9 249.2
Love that you are standing you for the truth in this time. I approve this message
I've NEVER seen such a backbone in The Seventh Day Adventist Church, so glad to see it now. Blessings on you, family...
Yes, it is extraordinary and unheard of.
Because we let the leaders rule our lives and not God.
Lord have mercy who're we to judge I'm proud of the stand that the Elders takes 😂😂
@claudettejenny4419 Judge? It's called we the people period that's ALL...
Men of conviction are not firey but firm. Quite irritating to those who wish to control.
This church brings tears to my eyes. I see the love of God in the Brethren. I see unity in Christ. Praise be to God. God is going to vindicate His servants Pastors Vine and Kelly. They are true servants of the Almighty God.
Yes, they are the Elijah of this generation. Praying constantly for Pastor Kelly and Dr. Vine
Amen, praying that we all pray for the courage to stand up for our beliefs not only in our churches but in our world with love. We are all human, but if we don't stand up for right, who will? We are the Remnant Church, and we have a duty we've been given. I pray we all take this seriously because I personally think this has been a warning of things to come, and this is just showing all of us how much we need to stand up for Christ and what his will is. Wake up call.❤
Our church leaders will probably see this video and comments. Let us unite with the village church with our comments and with the love of God, that we are praying for our church leaders to re consider their stand and let us all humble ourselves for the sake of the gospel and the glory of God, that it will not be our will but that God’s will be done.
“ if my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land.” 2 Chr. 7:14. Please make an appeal to our leaders and pray, till these gets resolved.
Remember there's a statement sister White wrote, " are we hoping for the whole church to revive? That time will never come" as long as Noah, job and Daniel lived in the land, they were saved by their own right doing. No one can save another, each one of us need to go to Jesus Christ in the Most Holy Place throne room, ask for pardon, mercy and justice. In this time of God's judgement, when nations are angry, God's wrath is also coming in quick successions, nothing will be safe, if you seen the destroying angels doing the work in the Californian fires, out of control, in NSW there was a great hailstorm this week causing destruction, many lives and properties will be lost. I also see that God in His mercy is warning the people through these destructive forces, earthquakes, fires, floods, tsunamis, tidal waves, hurricanes , cyclones and pandemics
Thank you Scott for keeping your audience updated on the latest regarding this sad and unfortunate situation at the Village SDA Church.
@@ChristianLove7
What’s the reason for the protest? Nobody states why. 🙏🏾
The way the SDA conference churches are heading speedily towards joining together with Rome and the image of the beast, in keeping Sunday holy, it's heading for destruction of the last days and hence receiving the seven last plagues. More judgements are metered out to the ones who once knew the truth and then left it for the sake of popularity and prosperity and self gain.
Pray they also lift the ban put on Pastor Conrad. Grateful for the Elders standing up.
They do not have the authority to ban anyone. The people are the authority not the organization. Does the organization choose a pastor or do the people?
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The Michigan conference has inflicted unnecessary pain to this congregation.
@@waveofthinking And have brought the ire of the entire church down upon them, we see their true character and now understand what drives them.
@@BEvans7 Thanks for a very good question.
We SDA's are Protestants... and I wonder why we as a church so often tend to practise papal attitude.
We do NOT want and seek a king among us, because we already have one; Jesus Christ. He alone is our authority, and not even thousand church meetings or boards can dictate or tell what we should do when our feets are standing on the foundations of Biblical truth.
We all know and appreciate the attitude of Luther when being charged as a heretic:
"“My conscience is captive to the Word of God. Thus I cannot and will not recant, because acting against one's conscience is neither safe nor sound. Here I stand; I can do no other. God help me.”
So, I wonder, why does we not show this attitude, practising it, following in the same footsteps?
How does our elders and trusted administrators in our organization sees themselves? As semi gods, with power to rule over us members?
Have SDA become a corporation, where the top gives instruction downward and expect everyone below to dance as obedient circus monkeys?
Every member of our church are called by God individually, and has a purpose to fulfill, given by our Creator. This is where our "power" comes from; unity in truth. The faster we adopt to God's ways, the faster we may be changed by His spirit and can start to practicing love among us. Then He will return, meeting His bride ;)
What do YOU think?
It's a blessing to see Conrad vine on the platform at The Village Church again. May Conrad Vine and Ron Kelly be at seen not just on a platform but at the pulpit again and again, bringing us the words of the Holy Spirit. 🙏
Amen
@@kentdavis9624 Amen
Amen
They don't. In reality a deeoer study reveals they're been satans instruments to devide, threat and decieved.
Amen 🙏😊
A well thought out statement. Very well spoken. I support Pastor Kelly and Conrad Vine.
Me too, from Serbia.
Are you sure as to the reason they removed them?
I have been watching the Religious Liberty weekends each January since Covid started, and was so blessed to find a body of believers and speakers who were standing up for freedom of conscience. God has asked each one of us to be the caretakers of our own body and our decisions. We are not to bow to the dictates of government when it is in direct conflict with what we believe the Bible teaches us!
This church has been a light on a hill, a beacon of Hope! I, too, agree with the elders statements!
@ What did the government do that was in conflict with the Bible?
@@oat138 forces armed services to take covid shot
Thank you for sharing this with us Scott. It is a blessing to see Dr Vine and will be praying for pastor Kelley's return. Praying for you all
Village, you are a light on the hill. Continue to shine to the world, particularly to Adventists around the world. Adventists elders around the world have much to learn from you. Congrats, and blessings!
Praise God from whom all blessings flow!! I applaud all these elders for their STAND for justice and fairness for all members and not dictatorship!! Bless each one of them!!
I'm overwhelmed. God is still in control. We all in the body of Christ need to have this same attitude.
Amen!
Many believers from Australia stand with you in unity, in spirit and in truth. We praise God for the courage that you have, to stand firmly - and to stand humbly!
Thank you Elders. You have modeled the SDA fellowship, Christ like love and strength that I thought I joined 30 years ago. I have never seen unity and Godliness like this. I pray that all of our congregations will follow the example of Christ's love and strength to stand for the truth as you have done. God bless you all and I am praying for you.
Religious liberty starts in the church. I couldn't be more honored to be in the audience for this powerful, truthful, profound religious liberty stance.
Amen
I had to give them a clap for the stand they are taking. Glory to God!
It is the most significant moment in our history since Desmond Ford, except this time there is a global viewership & it is in DEFENCE of our SDA beliefs and the SOP. I have NEVER seen a church so dedicated to living out the guidelines as recorded in the SOP and it is unbelievably encouraging to watch. For many of us, VSDA became our spiritual home, a beacon of what we are meant to be as a people. Please, please hold the line. We are praying for you all. The outcome will have a profound and lasting significance for us as a global church body.
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AMEN!
Amen
Yes, of course, Pastor Kelly and Dr Vine along with the Village church has been and still is a beacon of hope for many. We are in faithful prayer, Sincerely, Jim and Suzy Vance. Prescott AZ
To God be the glory,
I am in tears, please keep standing, Jesus is among.
Choose to obey God rather than men
Read Hebrew chapter 9 it contradict egw shut door policy
Thank you so much for the update. The Elders and the people of the Village Church have been seen as a united front, and I love to see how the Holy Spirit is giving them the words to speak. We are praying for our brothers and sisters, and praying to have Pastor Conrad Vine & Pastor Ron Kelly back in their positions as Watchmen on the towers. We as a church, are at greater risk when our watchmen are not at their post. 🙏
We should love one ànother
We need to get along _ be humble for GOD his mercyful forever we need to have the character of JESUS CHRIST ❤ AMEN ❤❤❤ 13:54
Actually, “The Watchmen” that are SDA Christians have a Mission from God to the World, not to His Church!*
Revelation 14 📖
* See: EGW/SOP, published book 📕 4 years after the apostasy (1906-07)
from the SDA 💒organization of the then popular Pastors Waggoner & Jones, due to their independence spirits erroneous views of:
“Individuality in Religion”**
* Testimonies to the Church,
Volume 9, page 19.
Revelation 22:17🤗💒🙏
** Also published in 1911,
4 years after Waggoner & Jones apostasy from the SDA Church organization:
EGW, The Acts of the Apostles, pages 📖 120-122
Happy Sabbath!
This makes me very happy. I pray the conference realize their error and restore Pastor Kelly.
Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, My fellow members and I from various churches in Germany are praying for Pastor Vine, Pastor Kelly and the members of Village Church. We support your efforts and mission. may God continue to lead you.
Amen
Praise God for Men who stand for truth. Prayers continuing!
And WOMEN 🎀
We all need to take a stand for truth.
@@Johnny_55 At home and at church
@@Johnny_55 Amen
What's the truth you talk about?
I stand with and support the elders of Village SDA Church. May God bless this leadership and see them as the Princes that protested in the Great Controversy.
Thank you to all the elders of the Village Church for all the work and the well orchestrated timeliness of this reconciliation request
Sit down all you RACIST!!!
Using the 1 Black puppet to try and legitimize your LIES!!!
SHAME
The response will most likely be “dead silence”
Praise God! This is so moving to see a church united and not torn apart. Stand firm brethren you are in the right.
I am amazed and grateful to God that there are still corageous elders and church liders that are not afraid to stand for the truth!
God be blessed!🙌👍
Dispite the time difference I had the privilege of praying with you the 24 hour from Switzerland. We a small group are so encouraged. It is like the reformation inthe days of King Hezekiah. Hold fast what you have. Our God is with us and the enemy is trembling.
Highest quality of Christian backbone! Thank you all.
So happy to see this. Such. Beautiful unity in a church
As I’ve posted elsewhere in this thread….These leaders were among the ONLY leaders to offer ongoing spiritual nourishment and validity on my spiritual path - and so many others - during the dark days of international church closures as leaders bowed to the demands of government.
The SDA church is in need of men and women who are filled with the courage to stand as did Joshua - we are headed into the furnace of Trouble, we need steadfast servants of God to stand and lead Gods army of believers. Thank you Dr Vine and Pastor Kelly for giving us the example of how to stand though the winds blow. Thank you Elders for your commitment to stand as leaders of Gods people also.
Thank you, Scott! So good to see Dr. Vine and all the elders with a very prayerful statement. The Village church is a beacon of light to the world.
Praise God for principle members like you who are bold in standing for the right, such men are so needed to help God’s remnant through what lies ahead as we near the imminent return of our Lord Jesus Christ!!!❤
Amen. Love is the answer. Be like Jesus!
Well spoken. I agree with what was said. Thank you Scott for posting this. I'm participating in the prayer vigil online.
Amen. Thank you for standing strong, being loving but firm in your convictions.
I am so honored to be an Adventist and to be a part of this great congregation in VSDA! May the Lord be with you all and continue to lead you all in the part of righteousness! What an honor to see leaders such as this who stand for the truth though the heavens fall with no fear or favor. VSDA I pray that you may continue to shine as a beacon of light for Jesus in the dark clouds which are gathering in the horizon. GOD BLESS YOU ALL!!!🥰🥰🥰🙏🙏🙏
Due Process is essential. You can’t simply terminate an employee without Due Process.
Yes, you can.
At-will employment is common.
If the state is an “employment at will state” the employer can terminate at will. While the effort of the elders is admirable, unless legalities are imposed (lawsuit), then all this reading has accomplished is express disagreement. Sounds as if the pastor was non-compliant with the Conference decision. Consequently, action was termination.
@@Parousia77it was not the pastors right to remove Conrad Vine according to the church manual. It would have to come from the elders of the church, who clearly would not have been in agreement with the conferences decision to have Vine removed. So the question remains, why was Pastor Kelly fired? If Kelly is asking for transparency, what does the conference have to lose by not being just that?
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It appears as if whatever happened is private and hush-hush. As of the video/reading there are a lot of options to consider. I can only imagine ONE scenario that would necessitate a removal from a private-sector position. Consider that the person removed from their position would rather NOT publicize it. To that end, I hope and pray the ‘reading’, by those in attendance was completed in a business meeting and not a church session. The pulpit is sacrosanct; not for airing laundry 🧺, however measured/soiled. Nothing can be accomplished by casting aspersions on those that met, prayed and deliberated. Let it go. Faaaar too much time has been on the issue. 🙏🏾
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Good question. Why was the pastor terminated? Perhaps he chose to be terminated. Allowing the question to stand brings suppositions; some very dark.
Praise God for His leading of this church and the courage and faithfulness of its members. Continued prayers as you forge ahead under Gods guidance ❤🙏
👏🏾this is so amazing and inspiring. Thank you all for being willing to stand for what is right and respectfully requesting correction to what has erroneously occurred
@@lori-annebeckford2001
What “occurred”? 🙏🏾
This show of integrity and courage is inspiring. May we have make such a response when needed in our own lives. Mrs. Cathy Law
Im an SDA member in the Southern California Conference and I stand with you, the Elders and the Village SDA Congregation. May God's will be done and may Jesus' character be evident in His people. Amen.
I pray these conference leaders will remove their fingers from their ears.
As those who have been given the charge to deliver the truth in these final days, this shaking will become more severe.
As God blesses you, your obligation is to share HIS blessing to accomplish the unfinished work of Jesus Christ our Lord.
Pray for all and remember we are stewards of God’s blessings.
Remember the Sermon on Mt Olives.
Everything belongs to God.
Stay faithful and TRUST GOD!
I love you all. Shabbat Shalom
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Aren’t Conference leaders doing their jobs by taking a position on whatever the issue seems to be? 🙏🏾
Great job dear Elders! May the Lord be glorified!
This is what church unity is. This group of people is doing the Lord's work. They stand as a beacon of hope and example that other churches can follow.
I love the way you all at VC have handled this all the way through. I have so appreciated the videos of speakers from your pulpit and your emphasis on service to the community!
Praying for blessings upon you all…
I have very RARELY made comments but this church deserves a big AMEN for their statements and standing up for the leaders removed from their church. Praying for resolution and unity as you are also. God bless your church as you continue to witness for His word.
I Concur!!!!!
My respects to this church, board, group of elders with backbone to stand no matter what…and to stand in fírmness, justice and sweet spirit. God WILL see us through.
Thankyou Lord for Brothers and sisters who will stand for the right though heavens may fall… Thankyou Lord, We have hope… Thankyou Lord for those who stand for the freedom of Conscience and our fundamental beliefs as Gods Last day remnant Church… God bless the Village Church… God work on the hearts of those who appose Heavenly order, Have mercy on these Leaders in opposition to your Character… Amen 🙏
So grateful and pleased to see this church make such an honourable stand 🙏🙏 We're with you in spirit 🙏
It’s uplifting observing the firm standing this local church for the truth and SDA values in following Biblical principles. I’ll continue praying for pastors Ron Kelly and Conrad Vine. 🙏
Praise God! I commend the board of village church for the courage ti stand against tyrants in our church. Thank you for showing the world church what we should do in times and case like this. Especially as sunday law is looming.
It just proves Pastor Kelly as a good shepherd
A beautiful picture of valiant men of God and virtuous women of God standing for God’s truth! Our church heroes! The Elijah’s of these last days! God bless and protect each one, Dr.Vine, Pastor Kelly, Village church, and all truth warriors around the world! May we all continue to be strong and of a good courage!
Praise God for the Elders standing up tomorrow. God bless you all. This is powerful, my heart is blessed seeing this unity for truth. ❤ Prayers
35 And said unto them, Ye men of Israel, take heed to yourselves what ye intend to do as touching these men...
38 And now I say unto you, Refrain from these men, and let them alone: for if this counsel or this work be of men, it will come to nought:
39 But if it be of God, ye cannot overthrow it; lest haply ye be found even to fight against God.
Acts 5:35,38,39
Praise God! Thank you Lord for this firm stand of the Village SDA church leaders!
Thankyou for sharing. Tears in my eyes, I praise God for these Elders
Praise the Lord for the willingness of Village Church elders to stand for the right
I am glad to see a church stand up for God.
This is a lesson on standing on truth, God's word is TRUTH. Reinstate Pastor Kelly and Uncensor Dr. Conrad Vine. 🙏🏽 God lead the way and His will be done!
I personally have benefited tremendously from Sermons provided by both Pastor Ron Kelly and Dr. Conrad Vine. I literally believe, that my life has been spared,through their wisdom and strategies,that have been passed on to me,a devout listener of their messages. May God continue to bless and keep them and make his face shine upon them and grant them his peace now and forever!!! May God’s will be done in this situation, and every other aspect of their lives.
Thank God for all this, can't wait to witness the reinstatement of pastor Kelly. God bless you all for standing up for justice. The truth of God will always overcome over injustice and dictatorial tendencies
Praise God. I'm so happy to bear witness of such a remarkable moment that will be forever edged in our minds and history. 🙏🙌🥰❤️
This is a testament to the quality of Ps Ron Kelly that he has nurtured fearless leaders in the church who are not afraid to stand for principle; something that is severely lacking in the body of Christ. I pray God’s will be done 🙏🏽🙏🏽
Ron Kelly must be really proud of his elders.
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What happened? What’s the problem? 🙏🏾
The Michigan conference need to know that there are many in the world who concur with the views expressed by Dr Vine and Pr Ronny Kelly. Truth will have the last say
Let us live in love and exercise a spirit of forgiveness and be a light to the world. I agree to the reinstating of both Pastor Ron Kelly and Pastor Conrad Vein.
May God bless His people and lead them to be a light to the world. 🇧🇧
Thank you, Village SDA.... we stand with you....Brighton SDA member.
Your standing by the truth for that which is just. Thank you for your Christlike example, may we (those who have followed this process) stand for the right "though the heavens fall".
The conference does need to take heed of the messages and the messengers. These leaders humbled themselves in prayer and supplication. Others in similar situations have gone off-shoots. The Villagers clearly believe and are adhering to the advent message. I am praying for an amicable and spiritual resolve 🙏.
Praise God for you all! Praying for reconciliation.
So proud of this church leadership... Its about service to God not subservitude in fear of dismissal by a conference or general conference Organization... Liberty of continence.... True freedom... May Gods Will Prevail.... Sometimes the Church has to take a Righteous Stand. Organization Leaders are mere human and can err.... Grace and healing for All 🙏 ... Take that Stand Elders! Praises to God!
I applaud such courage to stand up for what is right! Bless these men and women of Village Church!! ❤
So disappointed that the conference continued to interfere with your ministry to the world by forcing you to cancel your religious liberty conference. I will be waiting for this much appreciated information hopefully coming up soon. Am fasting and praying today for Village Church and Pastor Kelly and Conrad Vine.
Amen! Glory to God in the Highest! His righteousness and justice is Holy.
As the word of God says, ''It is better to TRUST in the Lord than to put confidence in man. Psalm 118:8"
At times Conference church leaders have to be REMINDED, that they are God's faithful, trusted, humble and obedient servants for the tasks that He commissions for them to do.
As God's church family we're earnestly praying for our global Church Leaders. May the spirit of humility and heavenly wisdom be poured abundantly into the hearts.
The enduring strength of the Conference leaders are to come down to the level of our dedicated Pastors who are serving their churches tirelessly and prayerfully winning souls for God's kingdom.
"Without the Faithful Shepherds and the flocks in the field, makes me wonder! Would there be any Conference up the top?"
Praise the Lord for a Godly united Church Elders and Church people who know the voice WELL with their Shepherds!
"Psalms 133:1,2- Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for the brethren to dwell together in unity!
It is like a precious ointment upon the head,..."
Lessons to carefully learn by God's grace.
May His Peace, Love, and forgiveness take control in each heart.
More Power!
Prayer /Blessings
Jesus is coming soon. We must have pure hearts.
Humble hearts. Praying for all in the churches.
Thank you elders for standing firm with truth from the word of the Lord and spirit of prophecy.this is religious liberty
We are living in serious times. Things are rapidly unfolding before our very eyes....there is a shaking and sifting going on in the SDA World Church as well as the world....
I am delighted and impressed with this united action of the elders of the village church in the US, it was essential to stand by the truth and to protect the expression of liberty!
God bless the Village SDA Church and it's elders. What exemplary Christian leadership 🙌🏽🙏🏽
Praying from Australia that God’s will be done. Amen 🙏🏻
God be praised that there are still men that cannot be bought. Prayers from deep down my heart 💖
Thank GOD for UNITY.
Now let's ALL come together to fight the REAL enemy.
Thank you elders for standing for the truth when champions are few
Well done Village church! Praise the Lord!!
Praise God for this church that has taken a stand for the truth, may they never falter🙏🏼
Praise God! Standing on the Word of God!
I love to see this unity,God bless all of you and I'll be praying love you all. I love worshipping with you guys ❤❤❤❤. Love form a sister in Christ in Antigua 🇦🇬 ❤️
I appreciate the Elders of the Village church carefully and prayerfully considering what to say, and for putting it in writing clearly and concisely, and for standing up for their convictions! I pray that all concerned will follow the Lords leading and do what is right because there is a lot at stake here and a lot of souls will be influenced!
Jesus' spirit is represented in the message. I hope the conference has the same spirit in their response.
I find myself weeping because such statements need to be made in God’s remnant church. How have we arrived here? I admire your courage in standing for principle, but I don’t think church leadership will budge even one nanometer. Keep the faith. Stand strong. Resist. And may God help us all.
Amen! Keeping this in prayer 🙏🏻
I support your stand! In the spirit of due process & love...
So help you God.🙏
Amen. Well said. So many Sda's stand with you!🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿
God bless you all you have worldwide support. 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
Thank you for the update this is good example for the proper order
Praise God for his Church! The devil will never win. God bless these elders. Amen.
Thank you Scott for sharing this very inspiring clip! I was privileged to be part of their prayer vigil last night, online! What a precious group of believers! My heart is full of holly pride watching these faithful, loving and strong leaders stand up for God, for their/our beloved Pastor Kelly, for the incredible servant of God, Dr Conrad Vine, and the church family! Thank you ❤ The influence of Dr Conrad Vine, Pastor Kelly and Village SDA Church, has been felt world wide. We have been so blessed by their God given messages, faith, courage, integrity, honesty, truthfulness and firm stands on principle! May God bless them, their families, the Village family and the world wide church! May justice, love and faith prevail! Let us be inspired to stand firm and faithful! Marranatha
Wonderful. I am proud of my brothers and sisters. Heavenly Father, let truth and righteousness triumph again. The Michigan's Conference and GC need eye salve, humility, repentance and spiritual restoration.
These brothers MUST be reinstated.
But this is a snipit of what standing for the truth can cause.
Thank you Villager SDA Church, you have made us all proud for your strength to stand for what is right and what is good! Thank you Brothers!!
Praise the Lord for the unity expressed by the elders and the courage to stand on the word of God - justice, love and mercy.
Many of us Brazilians are with you too. This video will be dubbed, as others of yours have been dubbed, into Portuguese so that others can learn about the truth of the lack of freedom of conscience in the Adventist Church. May God bless the courageous ones who stand up for the truth. May God protect them.
Am from the SVG MISSION of SDA, and am standing with the Village SDA CHURCH, Pastors Kelly and Vines stay strong for the LORD and His people, and I prayer that the brethren will by God's grace remain strong in the LORD.
Well done for standing up.
Well done brothers, we are with you, the fight continues until the end!