August 17 - The Influence of Pure Hope

Summary

The Seventh-day Adventist community unites to support the Pure Hope Center of Influence at Central America Adventist University, Costa Rica, funded by the 13th Sabbath Offering in 2021. The center, directed by a professional psychologist, offers free mental health workshops and therapy groups for men with anger issues and women victims of domestic violence, fostering healing and personal growth. The initiative emphasizes God's love through practical help, with health fairs, computer classes, and tutoring sessions, inviting viewers to continue their support and prayers for such impactful projects worldwide.

Takeaways

• 🤝 The Seventh-day Adventist community unites to extend help to those in need, pooling resources, time, and prayers into initiatives that bring hope and healing.
• 🌏 The 13th Sabbath Offering in 2021 was used to establish a center of influence at Central America Adventist University in Costa Rica.
• 🏫 The Pure Hope Center of Influence is a place for community projects that impact non-Adventists, inviting them to experience benefits and the love of God.
• 👨‍⚕️ Eduardo, the center's director and a professional psychologist, offers free classes and workshops with volunteer support to address mental health issues.
• 🚹 A specific therapy group for men with anger management issues is one of the most attended, aiming to help them recover through therapy and faith.
• 🚺 There is also a group for women who have suffered from domestic violence, where emotional wounds are healed through meetings and support.
• 🤔 The center does not make decisions for individuals but guides them to make the best choices for their lives.
• 💼 The 13th Sabbath Offerings facilitated various programs like health fairs, computer classes, and tutoring sessions, enhancing community well-being.
• 📖 Speaking of God's love is not limited to preaching through the Bible; it can be done through different professions and services.
• 🙏 The script encourages viewers to continue praying for the Center of Influence and for those who need to know God.
• 👥 The audience is invited to pray for those who are going through difficulties and to support the center's mission through their contributions.

Q & A

What is the purpose of the Seventh-day Adventist mission offerings?

The purpose of the Seventh-day Adventist mission offerings is to unite believers for a common purpose, extending a helping hand to those in need through various initiatives that bring hope, healing, and love.

How did the 13th Sabbath Offering in 2021 benefit Central America Adventist University?

The 13th Sabbath Offering in 2021 helped Central America Adventist University to open a center of influence on their campus in Costa Rica, known as the Pure Hope Center of Influence.

What kind of projects are carried out at the Pure Hope Center of Influence?

The Pure Hope Center of Influence carries out projects that impact the community, inviting mainly non-Adventists to benefit from these initiatives, such as free classes, workshops, and mental health therapy groups.

Who is Eduardo and what is his role at the Pure Hope Center of Influence?

Eduardo is the director of the Pure Hope Center of Influence and a professional psychologist, who holds free classes and workshops for the community with the help of volunteers.

What specific therapy group is most attended at the Pure Hope Center of Influence?

One of the most attended therapy groups at the center is specifically for men who have anger management problems, aggression, or violence at home.

How does the center address the issue of domestic violence among women?

The center has a group for women who have suffered from domestic violence, where deep emotional wounds have been healed as a result of the meetings and therapy provided.

What is the approach of the center when helping individuals with their problems?

The center does not make decisions for other people; instead, it helps and guides them so that they can make the best decision that they believe is appropriate for their lives.

How do the projects at the Center of Influence demonstrate the love of God?

The projects at the Center of Influence demonstrate the love of God by addressing the needs of individuals and showing them love and care through their various initiatives.

What other services were made possible by the 13th Sabbath Offerings in 2021?

Health fairs, computer classes, and tutoring sessions were all made possible through the 13th Sabbath Offerings in 2021, thanks to the faithful giving of the community.

How does the speaker believe God's love can be spoken of beyond preaching through the Bible?

The speaker believes that God's love can also be spoken of through different professions, allowing individuals to serve in various ways and reach those who might not be reached by approaching them with a Bible alone.

What is the speaker's invitation to the audience regarding prayer and support for the Center of Influence?

The speaker invites the audience to continue praying for the Center of Influence and other centers around the world, and to pray for those who need to know God, asking for guidance and help for those going through difficulties.