Let the line of demarcation between the church and the world be plain and distinct, so that it can be discerned by both men and angels. The will of God, our Creator, is to be manifest in us as Christians, not only in the name we bear, but in our life of self-denial. The world, refusing to accept the man Christ Jesus to reign over them, are enslaved by a tyrant, even Satan; but let Christians show that they are free,—sons and daughters of the heavenly King. Let them give evidence that they are controlled by unselfish principles. Let all their purposes and pursuits stand in distinct contrast to the pride and selfishness of the world. PUR July 7, 1904, par. 7
July 4, 2025 Gerry Wagoner
In a move that surprised only a few, Erton Kohler was nominated for president by the nominating committee today. He was later confirmed by a vote of 1721 to 188.
Who is Erton Kohler?
- First off, he has a cool name. It rolls off the tongue.
- My only interaction with Kohler so far is riding in a elevator with him in 2022. We exchanged pleasantries, and asked how each other were. I replied “I am better than I deserve..” He replied, with a bit of humor “I have no way to verify that.”
- He was born in southern Brazil, as a generational Adventist. He is 55 years old, the first GC president that is younger than I am (scary).
- Köhler is married to Adriene Marques, a nurse, and the couple has two children (pictured above).
- He pastored from 1990-1994 in São Paulo.
- He was the South American Division President from 2007 to 2021.
- It was observed today that he is the first GC president to wear a wedding ring.
- South American culture is said to lean authoritarian in leadership. Time will if that is the model of the new president.
- Have a blessed Sabbath!
- Ps. There are 2809 delegates. Where are they? Vote totals the last two days hovered around 1900-2000. Maybe we should look for them..
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