The weeklong event brought together African Adventist students from across India, fostering a spirit of unity and spiritual growth. During the event, new All India African Adventist Students Association (AIAASA) leaders were nominated, and their names were announced during the Sabbath worship on June 8th at the Spicer House of Prayer. The Sabbath service was a highlight of the week, featuring various esteemed resource personnel who contributed to the event's success.
The lineup of speakers included:
John Victor, executive secretary, Southern Asia Division
Dr. Jesin Israel, director of Ellen G. White Estate at Spicer Adventist University
Dr. Edison Samraj, AIAASA patron
Benoy Tirkey, president, North India Union
Dr. Ravi Shankar, Public Campus Ministry director, Southern Asia Division
Dr. Rohini, Pune Adventist Hospital
Initially, Dr. Geoffrey Gabriel Mbwana, vice president of the General Conference of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, was scheduled to preach at the Spicer House of Prayer on Sabbath, June 8th. However, due to an emergency meeting, Dr. Mbwana was unable to attend. In his place, Dr. Edison Samraj delivered a powerful sermon titled "When God Steps In."
Dr. Samraj's sermon emphasized the importance of nurturing healthy relationships and friendships in the age of social media and digital addictions. He highlighted the holistic approach to education at Spicer Adventist University, which focuses on the interconnectedness of mind, heart, and hand. Dr. Samraj stressed that neutrality has no place in Christian life, urging attendees to recognize the significance of their presence at Spicer, within AIAASA, and on this earth.
Quoting from Ephesians 4:2-8, Dr. Samraj underscored the need for Christian unity, transcending divisions of race, ethnicity, language, and culture. "When God steps into your life, you understand why you are here and discover your destination in life," he said, urging the audience to submit their lives to the Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
The event concluded with a renewed sense of purpose and unity among the participants, as they left with a deeper understanding of their faith and the importance of the Christian community.
The original article was provided by the Southern Asia Division.
