A Knight, George R. creator text mdu Hagerstown, Md Review and Herald Pub. Association c2012 1999 monographic eng

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160 p. : ill. ; 21 cm. 1. Millerite roots -- William Miller: The reluctant prophet -- Adventism takes a giant step forward with Joshua V. Himes -- Charles Fitch and the "fall of Babylon" -- The passing of the time -- The Seventh-month Movement and the "true midnight cry" -- The "Great Disappointment" -- For those who would like to read more -- 2. Era of doctrinal development (1844-1848) -- Redefining the Sanctuary -- The gift of prophecy -- The Sabbath -- Conditional immortality -- The "pillar" doctrines and the three angels' messages -- The "shut door" approach to mission -- For those who would like to read more -- 3. Era of organizational development (1848-1863) -- The Sabbatarian conferences -- Publishing "the truth" -- Early moves toward formal organization -- "Sister Betsy" and support for the ministry -- The final drive for church organization -- The "shut door" cracks open a little -- For those who would like to read more -- 4. Era of institutional and lifestyle development (1863-1888) -- Healthful living and the Western Health Reform Institute -- The struggle for noncombatancy -- In search of proper education -- Advances in financial stewardship -- Ellen White's role in the development of Adventist lifestyles -- Missions: Foreign and not so foreign -- Other important developments between 1863 and 1888 -- For those who would like to read more -- 5. Era of revival, reform, and expansion (1888-1900) -- The 1888 General Conference session -- The aftermath of Minneapolis -- Spiritual revival and educational expansion -- Worldwide mission explosion -- Mission to black America -- The contribution of female ministers in early Adventism -- For those who would like to read more -- 6. Era of reorganization and crisis (1901-1910) -- Denominational reorganization -- Tension n a power structure -- The Battle Creek exodus and new beginnings -- A renewed mission emphasis -- For those who would like to read more -- 7. Era of worldwide growth (1910-1955) -- The passing of Ellen White -- A period of crisis and promise -- Unparalleled growth in Adventist missions -- The maturation of Adventism among African-Americans -- For those who would like to read more -- 8. The challenges and possibilities of maturity (1955- ) -- Arriving at maturity -- Mission with conscious intent -- Challenges as Adventism faces the twenty-first century -- Infinite possibilities -- For those who would like to read more. George R. Knight. William Miller Charles Fitch Ellen White Seventh-day Adventists History 9780828014304 TCA 990623 20230719185405.0 41597841