Theologian Des Ford was “defrocked” for having alternate views on …

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Theologian Des Ford was “defrocked” for having alternate views on the 2300 days.

Should a university professor be allowed to not only have, but teach views contrary to stated SDA beliefs in schools devoted to graduating students solid in the faith?

Des Ford presented his views to a group of seasoned theologians. I find this more appropriate than incorporating non-SDA views into student curriculum.

I believe that an apology is owed to Des Ford for this double standard.

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Michigan Conference takes substantial action in LSU conflict
David Kendall used the phrase “safely guide” in reference to the education of students. It seems that full disclosure of course content would be a good start. The objectives of the course should be openly stated. The description should tell the leanings of the professor. The course description should state if the course promotes evolution as a superior model, or if it promotes design/creation as a superior model. The course description should also disclose whether or not the curriculum meets SDA standards/guidelines. This way parents and students could safely choose if they want an education that is in harmony with their religious beliefs, or a secular education. There is a time and place to deal with tough subject matter, but non-SDA views should not be introduced surreptitiously into the curriculum, posing as “Adventist education”. If a school is claiming to be a Seventh-day Adventist institution, it should uphold SDA ideals and philosophy. Basic honesty.


Michigan Conference takes substantial action in LSU conflict
Bill Sorensen lists 6 positions that he feels are non-negotiable for SDA’s, namely:

1. Creation as revealed in Gen. 1.
2. The Seventh day Sabbath.
3. State of the dead.
4. Issues on the visible and literal second coming.
5. 1844 and the pre-advent judgment.
6. Validity of the ministry of EGW.

I would hope that belief in God, and faith in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior would top the list. If that were the case, and the last two (#5-6) were optional, I could be a good Seventh-day Adventist. Ellen was a tireless worker and inspirational writer, but to believe that everything she wrote was “rays of light direct from the throne of God” is just too much for me to handle. I have studied her works extensively.


Michigan Conference takes substantial action in LSU conflict
It is a traumatic thing to leave the church after being immersed (literally) in it. However, if the point comes that a person cannot keep their baptismal vow to support the church with their tithes and their influence, it is the only honorable thing to do. It is dishonest to stay in because of social or financial advantage when not believing the fundamentals. And those who subvert students in SDA schools, when they and their parents are making great sacrifices to receive an “Adventist” education, are traitors. If evolution is being taught as a superior model, the course should be clearly defined as such.