Former Adventist
by Colleen Tinker and Nikki Stevenson
Friends Colleen Tinker and Nikki Stevenson sip coffee and talk about life after Adventism. They discuss their journey to truth including eating pork, going to church on Sunday, and learning to trust the real Jesus. (Music © 2010 Nathanael Tinker. Used by permission.) Website, donation link: http://proclamationmagazine.com/ Facebook—Former Adventist: https://www.facebook.com/FormerAdventist/ Facebook—Life Assurance Ministries: https://www.facebook.com/ProclamationMagazine/ #sda #adventist #sabbath © 2019–2024 Life Assurance Ministries, Inc.
Episodes
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You Left Adventism—Now What? | 390
Colleen Tinker and Nikki Stevenson talk about what to do after leaving Adventism. There are many paths to choose from, but there is only one that is based on reality—which one? How does one find that path? Music: Falling Awake © 2010 Nathanael Tinker. Used by permission. Support the show Website,...
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Mormon to JW to SDA to Christian: Carma's Story—Part Two | 389
Colleen and Nikki are joined with Carma Naylor, a former fifth-generation Mormon who walked away from Mormonism towards Jehovah's Witnesses and Seventh-day Adventists before becoming a born-again Christian. In two parts, Carma tells her story of loss, surprises, and ultimate security in Christ as...
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Mormon to JW to SDA to Christian: Carma's Story—Part One | 388
Colleen and Nikki are joined with Carma Naylor, a former fifth-generation Mormon who walked away from Mormonism towards Jehovah's Witnesses and Seventh-day Adventists before becoming a born-again Christian. In two parts, Carma tells her story of loss, surprises, and ultimate security in Christ as...
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Reaction to Got Questions: “Is Adventism a Cult?”—Part Two | 387
Colleen and Nikki's second part to their reaction to “What is Seventh Day Adventism? Is SDA a Christian denomination or a cult?” on the Got Questions podcast. Nikki and Colleen are supportive of the work of Got Questions, but in this two part series, they suggest that a deeper study of Adventism...
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Reaction to Got Questions: “Is Adventism a Cult?”—Part One | 386
Colleen and Nikki react to “What is Seventh Day Adventism? Is SDA a Christian denomination or a cult?” on the Got Questions podcast. This is part 1 of a two-part series. Even though Nikki and Colleen are supportive of the work of Got Questions, they use this episode to gently correct and inform...
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Christian Pastors: You Must Hear This Podcast | 385
Colleen and Nikki challenge true Christian leaders, including pastors and elders, to take Adventism seriously and learn how they can protect their flock from them. What would you tell your member to do if they were considering marriage to an Adventist? Support the show Website, donation link:...
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Reaction: “1 Evangelical Christian vs. 3 Seventh Day Adventists” | 384
Colleen and Nikki take a break from their topical series and react to “1 Evangelical Christian vs. 3 Seventh Day Adventists” on the Dr. Daf Show with Kalea, an evangelical Christian who questioned three Seventh-day Adventists: Felicia, Anna, and Rochelle. Did Kalea understand Adventism enough to...
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Married To an Adventist? | 383
Nikki and Colleen continue their discussion on how former Seventh-day Adventists navigate relationships. In this episode, they talk about marriage involving a Christian being married to an Adventist. Examples of former Adventists who have navigated through this difficult situation are shared, as...
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Formers and Their Adventist Parents | 382
Nikki and Colleen discuss how former Seventh-day Adventists navigate relationships and hurts with their Adventist family, especially their parents. Also discussed is the needed confession and repentance that needs to occur for the sins committed in Adventism. This podcast should be heard by all...
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Parents Blamed for Kid's Sins? Parenting in Adventism | 381
Nikki and Colleen discuss parenting back when they were Adventists. What kind of parenting was practiced, and how did the Adventist prophet, Ellen G. White, teach about proper parenting, and who was to blame for naughty kids. Don't miss it! Support the show Website, donation link:...
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Leaving Adventism—Is it Worth it? | 380
Colleen and Nikki discuss what happens when a person leaves Adventism. What is lost when leaving the culture and practices of a religious community? How do family and friends react? Is leaving worth the loss? Personal stories of those who have left are included. Support the show Website, donation...
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Do Adventists Shun? | 379
Colleen and Nikki discuss shunning in Adventism, based on a recent Adventist article on the topic. Do Adventists shun? What have former Adventists experienced as they have transitioned to biblical Christianity? Personal stories are included in this important episode. Support the show Website,...
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Ten Questions and Answers on Seventh-day Adventism | 378
Colleen and Nikki discuss the pamphlet "10 Questions & Answers on Seventh-day Adventism". They discuss the answers and go deeper into the background and teachings of Adventism. Offer is limited in quantities and to US addresses only. Support the show Website, donation link:...
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Camp Meeting and the Investigative Judgment | 377
Colleen and Nikki discuss Adventism's camp meetings—a time for fellowship, fundraising and especially, shoring up faith in Adventism. They also discuss the investigative judgment and the changing face of Adventism as a new generation becomes more influential. Support the show Website, donation...
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Abortion in Adventism | 376
Nikki and Colleen discuss abortion within the Adventist organization, and the doctrinal foundations that led to that practice. The nature of man as taught in Adventism is also discussed. Support the show Website, donation link: http://proclamationmagazine.com/ Facebook—Former Adventist:...
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Our Peculiar Memories of Adventism with Richard Tinker | 375
Nikki and Colleen discuss Seventh-day Adventist worship practices and details with behind the scenes details. Did you know that their communion service includes washing each other's feet? Special guest Richard Tinker joins Nikki and Colleen with insider facts. Support the show Website, donation...
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Adventist Worship—What You Don't Know | 374
Nikki and Colleen discuss Seventh-day Adventist worship practices and details with behind the scenes details. Did you know that their communion service includes washing each other's feet? Special guest Richard Tinker joins Nikki and Colleen with insider facts. Support the show Website, donation...
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Sabbath School Deception | 373
Colleen and Nikki discuss Seventh-day Adventism's largest weekly indoctrination project, the weekly Sabbath School lessons. Did you know that around the world all Adventists are learning the same lesson each Saturday, with the goal of educating the organization's members in their worldview and...
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Finding Jesus Finding Church with Roy Tinker | 372
Colleen and Nikki join with guest Roy Tinker to discuss Roy's Journey of finding the true Jesus and Jesus' true Body of believers—the church. Like Abraham, Roy was called to move to a distant land. Roy discusses how his faith journey informed his doctrines and beliefs. Also, Roy shares his…
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Inside the Adventist Org | 371
Colleen and Nikki join with guest Richard Tinker to discuss their experiences and observations while they were on the inside of Adventist organization. How is the "church" organized? Where does all the money go? Who has the power? Support the show Website, donation link:...
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How to Study the Bible Like a Christian | 370
Former Adventist Podcast Hosts: Colleen Tinker and Nikki Stevenson Podcast Channel: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/former-adventist/id1482887969 Nikki and Colleen share key points on how to study the Bible not as an Adventist might approach the Word of God, but as a believer and Christ...
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Is There a New Adventism? | 369
Former Adventist Podcast Hosts: Colleen Tinker and Nikki Stevenson Podcast Channel: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/former-adventist/id1482887969 Colleen and Nikki discuss a new kind of Adventism, Neo-Adventism. What is it and is it really new? How should former Adventists relate to this...
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How To Evangelize Adventists | 368
Former Adventist Podcast Hosts: Colleen Tinker and Nikki Stevenson Podcast Channel: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/former-adventist/id1482887969 Colleen and Nikki read letters from listeners who are seeking help in talking with their Adventist relatives and neighbors and discuss how...
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Adventist: You Must Be Born Again, with Guest Richard Tinker | 367
Former Adventist Podcast Hosts: Colleen Tinker and Nikki Stevenson Podcast Channel: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/former-adventist/id1482887969 Colleen and Nikki invite guest Richard Tinker to talk about his recent sermon, "You Must Be Born Again." Adventism doesn't teach the biblical new...
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Former Adventist Podcast Update | 366
Former Adventist Podcast Hosts: Colleen Tinker and Nikki Stevenson Podcast Channel: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/former-adventist/id1482887969 Nikki and Colleen talk about the future of Former Adventist Podcast. Get the details of their upcoming podcasts and hear them discuss their...
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Adventists: Do You Know the Mystery? | Romans 16:25–27 | 365
Former Adventist Podcast Hosts: Colleen Tinker and Nikki Stevenson Podcast Channel: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/former-adventist/id1482887969 Nikki and Colleen study through Romans 16:25–27 where Paul finishes the Bible book of Romans. He writes, in this passage, about a mystery which…
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Paul Has Friends at Church | Romans 16:1–24 | 364
Nikki and Colleen study through Romans 16:1–24 where Paul writes his greetings to his friends in the body of Christ—the Church. His friends include government officials and workers, Jews, Gentiles, and slaves. Would you have been greeted as a Christian back then? Music: Falling Awake © 2010...
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Adventist: Be Rescued! | Romans 15:22–33 | 363
Colleen and Nikki study through Romans 15:22–33. When Paul went to minister to the Christians in Judea, he asked his Christian brothers to pray for him that he would be rescued from the disobedient in Judea. Are you being called to leave Adventism and follow the true gospel of the true Jesus?...
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Adventist: Is Paul Your Apostle? | Romans 15:17–21 | 362
Nikki and Colleen study through Romans 15:17–21. Did you know that all Christian believers have an apostle? Are Adventists true believers? Music: Falling Awake © 2010 Nathanael Tinker. Used by permission. Support the show Website, donation link: http://proclamationmagazine.com/ Facebook—Former...
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Adventist Easter Controversy | 361
Colleen and Nikki recount their past experiences around Easter Sunday. Easter, Resurrection Sunday, is universally celebrated by Christians around the world, but Seventh-day Adventists, who claim to be Christians, are divided concerning the day and the importance of the resurrection. Music…
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Paul the Believer's Priest | Romans 15:14–16 | 360
Nikki and Colleen study through Romans 15:14–16.Paul declared that he was not only a minister of Christ Jesus to the Gentiles but that he was also a priest of the gospel of God. Is he your minister and priest? Music: Falling Awake © 2010 Nathanael Tinker. Used by permission. Support the show...
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Adventism's False Hope | Romans 15:13 | 359
Colleen and Nikki study through Romans 15:13. In 1962, at the meeting of the General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists, a new song was introduced to the organization: "We Have This Hope". But does Adventism have real hope—hope that is secure? Music: Falling Awake © 2010 Nathanael Tinker. Used…
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Adventists Are Not Israel | Romans 15:7–12 | 358
Nikki and Colleen study through Romans 15:7–12. The Adventist organization teaches that they, the Adventists, are the replacement for the promised remnant at the end of time. Are they? Music: Falling Awake © 2010 Nathanael Tinker. Used by permission. Support the show Website, donation link:...
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Unity Not Possible in Adventism? | Romans 15:5–6 | 357
Nikki and Colleen study through Romans 15:5–6. This passage calls for believers to be of the same mind with one another, but is that really possible with a group that worships a Jesus not found in the Bible? Music: Falling Awake © 2010 Nathanael Tinker. Used by permission. Support the show…
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Old Testament Law a Shadow | Romans 15:4 | 356
Nikki and Colleen study through Romans 15:4. Did you know that the Law that consisted of the Ten Commandments and all the other laws was a shadow of the Lord Jesus? The Adventist prophet, Ellen G. White taught that the Ten Commandments and other laws from the Old Testament are still binding…
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Strong? Bear the Weaknesses of the Weak | Romans 15:1–3 | 355
Nikki and Colleen study through Romans 15:1–3. This passage of scripture calls for the strong to bear the weaknesses of those without strength. Who are the strong, and what are the characteristics of the weak? And how is this teaching related to Christ Jesus? Music: Falling Awake © 2010 Nathanael...
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Are You Afraid of Evil? | 354
Nikki and Colleen discuss spiritual warfare. Are you frightened by the enemy of souls? Do you know how to fight the devil? What gives a believer in Jesus the victory? Music: Falling Awake © 2010 Nathanael Tinker. Used by permission. Support the show Website, donation link:...
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The Cross Matters | Live from Former Adventist Conference | 353
Colleen and Nikki were recorded live at the Former Adventist Conference in Loma Linda, California, on February 14, 2026. They talk about the cross and also take questions from the live conference audience. Music: Falling Awake © 2010 Nathanael Tinker. Used by permission. Support the show Website,...
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Why Do We Do This? | See you at the conference! | 352
Colleen and Nikki talk about why they both continue to speak the truth about Adventism and the need for Adventists to trust the biblical Jesus. They also talk about the Former Adventist Conference coming in a few days. See you there! Music: Falling Awake © 2010 Nathanael Tinker. Used by…
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Don't Offend With Your Pork | Romans 14:19–23 | 351
Nikki and Colleen study through Romans 14:19–23. What does the Bible say about Christian freedom and eating? How must a Christian who loves sushi behave around a new believer that is still a solid vegetarian? Music: Falling Awake © 2010 Nathanael Tinker. Used by permission. Support the show...
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Adventist Health Message Heresy | Romans 14:17–18 | 350
Colleen and Nikki study through Romans 14:17–18. Does your church or belief system include rules concerning your diet? Do you follow a prophet that taught that you become like the animals you eat? Did you know that the Seventh-day Adventist organization helped create large food companies that...
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Charlie Kirk, His Sabbath, and Seventh-day Adventism | 349
Nikki and Colleen are joined by Richard Tinker in this discussion of the new book by the late Charlie Kirk, Stop In the Name of God, and the connection he makes to Adventism and the Saturday Sabbath. Music: Falling Awake © 2010 Nathanael Tinker. Used by permission. Support the show Website,...
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Do Not Allow Slander About Food | Romans 14:13–16 | 348
Colleen and Nikki study through Romans 14:13–16. This passage shows that you should not grieve a believer with your food choices, and a believer should never slander your own food choices. The kingdom of God is not about eating and drinking! Music: Falling Awake © 2010 Nathanael Tinker. Used by...
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Are You Judged For Works? | Romans 14:10–12 | 347
Colleen and Nikki study through Romans 14:10–12. Did you know that there is a special judgment by God for works? Is salvation based on works after all? And are degrees of rewards and punishments taught in the Bible? Music: Falling Awake © 2010 Nathanael Tinker. Used by permission. Support the…
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Come To the Conference in 2026 | 346
Colleen and Nikki are joined by Richard as they talk about past Former Adventist Conferences which have been meeting annually since 2006. You are encouraged to come to the conference this February, 2026. Music: Falling Awake © 2010 Nathanael Tinker. Used by permission. Support the show Website,...
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How Has Christmas Changed? | 345
Colleen and Nikki welcome Christmas by sharing how Christmas is different for them since they have become Christians. Richard ends the episode by reading the Christmas story from Luke 2. Have you trusted the Savior who came as a baby on Christmas? Support the show Website, donation link:...
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The Sabbath: Charlie Kirk & Adventism Wrong? | Romans 14:5–9 | 344
The Book of Romans Series: Colleen and Nikki discuss Romans 14:5–9. Charlie Kirk's book on the Sabbath, Stop in the Name of God, has sold out and is a "best seller" in America. Adventism is using Kirk's focus on the Sabbath to advance their doctrine of seventh-day Sabbath keeping. What does the...
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Do You Eat Only Veggies? | Romans 14:1–4 | 343
The Book of Romans Series: Nikki and Colleen discuss Romans 14:1–4. Did you know that Adventism's claim to a healthy diet is unbiblical? This passage says that the weak are the ones who only eat vegetables. Music: Falling Awake © 2010 Nathanael Tinker. Used by permission. Support the show…
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Adventists, Wake Up! | Romans 13:11–14 | 342
The Book of Romans Series: Colleen and Nikki discuss Romans 13:11–14. This passage begins with the admonition to "awaken from sleep, for now salvation is nearer to us than when we believed." Music: Falling Awake © 2010 Nathanael Tinker. Used by permission. Support the show Website, donation link:...
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Thanks Giving | 341
Thanksgiving Special: Nikki and Colleen discuss their thanks for so many things—and for you. Music: Falling Awake © 2010 Nathanael Tinker. Used by permission. Support the show Website, donation link: http://proclamationmagazine.com/ Facebook—Former Adventist:...
About this show
Friends Colleen Tinker and Nikki Stevenson sip coffee and talk about life after Adventism. They discuss their journey to truth including eating pork, going to church on Sunday, and learning to trust the real Jesus. (Music © 2010 Nathanael Tinker. Used by permission.)
Website, donation link: http://proclamationmagazine.com/ Facebook—Former Adventist: https://www.facebook.com/FormerAdventist/ Facebook—Life Assurance Ministries: https://www.facebook.com/ProclamationMagazine/
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