Berean Seventh-day Adventist Church welcomed members and guests for its seventh annual Religious Liberty Weekend, with guest speaker Stephen Brooks, Public Affairs and Religious Liberty director for the Southwestern Union. The annual gathering provided an opportunity for the congregation to reflect on religious liberty, biblical prophecy, and the importance of remaining faithful to God.
The weekend’s programs were coordinated by Sonja Miller, whose efforts to promote the event included announcements in the local newspaper for two consecutive weeks.
Friday evening’s program featured Brooks presenting “Signs of Jesus’ Soon Return.” Through a slide presentation and references to Matthew and Revelation, he explored biblical teachings concerning political turmoil, conflict, wars, deception, and false prophets. The evening concluded with a traditional haystack meal.
On Sabbath, Brooks presented “The Seal of God,” drawing from Revelation 7:1–4. He contrasted the seal of God with the mark of the beast and emphasized the importance of being firmly committed to following Jesus. He also challenged the congregation with two questions: “Are you just or unjust?” and “Are you on the Lord’s side?”
Brooks reminded attendees that salvation does not come through human effort but through Christ, who continues His priestly ministry on behalf of His people. He encouraged listeners to respond to God’s voice while the opportunity remains.