Seventh-day Adventists anchor their hope in the life, death, and resurrection of Christ and joyfully look forward to the consummation of that hope in the soon return of Jesus. Adventists base their faith on the teachings of Scripture and believe that the passage of time is significant inasmuch as it brings us closer to the most wonderful event that ever will be witnessed by human eyes. We eagerly expect the visible return of Christ. Yet we do not speculate about the precise historical moment when that event will take place. Jesus told us, "'It is not for you to know the times or dates the Father has set by His own authority'" (Acts 1:7, NIV).

Consequently, Adventists do not attach religious significance to the ending of one millennium and the beginning of a new one. The year 2000 has no particular prophetic significance; it is not mentioned in the Bible, and any speculation concerning its religious meaning is to be rejected. However, we see each year that passes as bringing us closer to the return of our Lord.

We realize that the turn of a millennium has a significant emotional impact on the human race. No one alive has experienced such an event. Many are filled with concern, expectation, and even fear as we approach the year 2000. While many people are apprehensive in the face of turmoil in nature and in society, our Lord says, "Let not your heart be troubled" (John 14:1, KJV). Thus, as Seventh-day Adventist Christians, we share the hope of a glorious future that will become a reality at God's appointed time.

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This statement was voted during the Annual Council of the General Conference Executive Committee on Wednesday, September 29, 1999 in Silver Spring, Maryland.

Here is a quote from Sister White: "The solemn messages that have been given in their order in the Revelation are to occupy the first place in the minds of God's people." 8 T 302
In view of this and other similar statements, why doesn't Club Adventist have a forum section for the 2nd coming or prophecy? Seems to me you did have at one time and was well attended. Wha happn?

I would love to have that again....

Looing for someone to be the moderator and to keep it active..........

hmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm?????

Looking for a Sheila on this

I think you scared her away, Stan. LOL
If she doesn't come back, I can volunteer ...

Hi Stan, how are u doin? The year 2,000 is significant for the simple reason that in vision Sister White saw that the controversy between Christ and Satan would last 6,000 years. It re-emphasises the importance of being aware that we are living in the very last days preceding the second coming! (If what she saw in vision is true, and I believe it is, then the latter rain and loud cry will soon take place) right?

I, like many adventist believe the 6000 years + 1000 years of rest general concept.

It is interesting that the Ethiopian calendar it is 1997 this year, rather than the Roman Calendar of 2004. Up until a couple hundred or so years ago, The Ethiopian Christians were all Sabbath Keepers as well.

It does seem a little strange to us, that not everyone uses the same calendar as us.

Regarding your need of a moderator:

I don't think you want me, Stan.

Good luck finding someone though.....

In our calendar year 2007, it will be the Ethopian calendar year 2000. Interesting.


I also believe in the 6000 year theory, followed by a 1000 years of rest where there will be NO activity on planet earth and where the devil will be all alone as the scapegoat. However, I can find very few Christians who have ever heard of this unique EGW theory and I've only broached this theory to them a couple of times, but was met with disbelief, like a stunned deer in headlights.

Happy day... Florida guy is visible here again. Hi there from me!

Hi! I just came here for the smilies. LOL