# allowing (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 5 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover allowing. Page: Feed: --- ## [“We’ve Decided To Cover Really Controversial Topics.” NNEC Pastors’ Retreat Takes Up Last Generation Theology, Church-State Separation, and Tithe](https://spectrummagazine.org/news/weve-decided-to-cover-really-controversial-topics-nnec-pastors-retreat-takes-up-last-generation-theology-church-state-separation-and-tithe/) _2026-08-28 · Stanton Witherspoon · Spectrum Magazine_ Two years after Conrad Vine stirred up debate at a Maine camp meeting over tithe and denominational authority, Northern New England Conference leaders have brought several contentious Adventist questions into official discussions with pastors and, more recently, members. The post “We’ve Decided To Cover Really Controversial Topics.” NNEC Pastors’ Retreat Takes Up Last Generation Theology,… ## [DEEP TIME: Rock and Dirt Have a Remarkable Story To Tell](https://spectrummagazine.org/views/deep-time-rock-and-dirt-have-a-remarkable-story-to-tell/) _2026-08-27 · Jared Wright · Spectrum Magazine_ “My best find—ever—was a layer of dirt!” While this revelation might not be what audiences expect, this discovery shows what archaeology can reveal about time. So what does buried earth tell us about our planet’s past? The post DEEP TIME: Rock and Dirt Have a Remarkable Story To Tell appeared first on Spectrum Magazine . ## [NPUC Constituency Sets New Quinquennial Vision, Holds Historic Women’s Ordination Vote](https://spectrummagazine.org/news/npuc-constituency-sets-new-quinquennial-vision-holds-historic-womens-ordination-vote/) _2026-08-27 · Jared Wright · Spectrum Magazine_ The North Pacific Union Conference’s 30th constituency meeting highlights shifts in leadership, organizational structure, and significant strides for women’s ordination. How will this union move forward in the new quinquennium? The post NPUC Constituency Sets New Quinquennial Vision, Holds Historic Women’s Ordination Vote appeared first on Spectrum Magazine . ## [After the Quiet, Adventism in Cabo Verde Raises Its Voice With New Radio Broadcast](https://spectrummagazine.org/news/after-the-quiet-adventism-in-cabo-verde-raises-its-voice-with-new-radio-broadcast/) _2026-08-26 · Jared Wright · Spectrum Magazine_ Through a time of silent waiting, patience, and faith, a new voice speaks Cabo Verde: Rádio Maranatha. Overcoming challenges, this Adventist station has gone from a brainwave to the airwaves, and has already changed at least one listener's life. The post After the Quiet, Adventism in Cabo Verde Raises Its Voice With New Radio Broadcast appeared first on Spectrum Magazine . ## [Addressing Adventism’s Doctrinal Paralysis, Part 2: The Institutional Logic of Inaction](https://spectrummagazine.org/views/analysis/addressing-adventisms-doctrinal-paralysis-part-2-the-institutional-logic-of-inaction/) _2026-08-26 · Jared Wright · Spectrum Magazine_ Adventist governance can reinforce the denomination's horizon problem, making inaction easier than reform; the costs of change are immediate while benefits are often delayed. When concentrated authority, weak accountability, and constrained corrective feedback turn hesitation into paralysis how does an institution suffer? The post Addressing Adventism’s Doctrinal Paralysis, Part 2: The… ## [Love, Conquest, and the Light We Leave Behind](https://spectrummagazine.org/sabbath-school/love-conquest-and-the-light-we-leave-behind/) _2026-08-25 · Jacklyn Frias · Spectrum Magazine_ Paul’s story is full of trials and suffering. But that doesn’t mean we must suffer to prove our love for God. Our lives tell different stories and it is up to us to decide what kind of light we leave behind us. (Commentary on the Adult Bible Study Guide for August 22 -28). The post Love, Conquest, and the Light We Leave Behind appeared first on Spectrum Magazine . ## [Pathfinders, Patriotism and Prophetic Retreat in American Adventism](https://spectrummagazine.org/views/pathfinders-patriotism-and-prophetic-retreat-in-american-adventism/) _2026-08-23 · Stanton Witherspoon · Spectrum Magazine_ Between prophetic dissent and patriotic accommodation, Adventism’s relationship with American culture reveals a tension between national loyalty and faithfulness to God. When faced with war, prophecy, and cultural expectations, how did this tension change the Adventist Church to what we have today? The post Pathfinders, Patriotism and Prophetic Retreat in American Adventism appeared first on… ## [A Vision in a Dream](https://spectrummagazine.org/editorial/a-vision-in-a-dream/) _2026-08-21 · Jared Wright · Spectrum Magazine_ When the Oregon Conference asked the North Pacific Union to put women's ordination on the upcoming constituency session agenda, the union punted, instead calling on the GC to consider the topic at the 2030 GC Session. Still, this places the northwestern US at the center of a much longer Adventist debate over authority, conscience, policy, and the recognition of women whom congregations and… ## [Being or Beyond the Remnant? A Book Review](https://spectrummagazine.org/culture/books-film/being-or-beyond-the-remnant-a-book-review/) _2026-08-21 · Jared Wright · Spectrum Magazine_ From Sabbath to slavery to systematic theology, this collection of essays on Adventist identity covers plenty of territory. But the people, events, and ideas omitted from this book speak as loudly as all of the words it contains. The post Being or Beyond the Remnant? A Book Review appeared first on Spectrum Magazine . ## [In South American Division, Church Manual Revision Used to Compel Clergy and Lay Leader Offering Payment](https://spectrummagazine.org/news/in-south-american-division-church-manual-revision-used-to-compel-clergy-and-lay-leader-offering-payment/) _2026-08-20 · Jared Wright · Spectrum Magazine_ At the 2025 General Conference Session, delegates approved changes to the Church Manual, extending church officer tithing requirements to offerings. In South America, pastors are discussing how the denomination might apply these changes. What does it all mean for church leaders? The post In South American Division, Church Manual Revision Used to Compel Clergy and Lay Leader Offering Payment… ## [Build with the cheapest GPUs (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/M2YIvjCS7onN) _2026-08-20 · **Sponsored**_ Deployed a live API in minutes; one user spent under $10. ## [Case by Casebolt: Millerite Math and Historicism’s Demands](https://spectrummagazine.org/views/analysis/case-by-casebolt-millerite-math-and-historicisms-demands/) _2026-08-19 · Jared Wright · Spectrum Magazine_ It takes exegetical dexterity to convincingly link a specific biblical text to a specific historical event. One of Adventism's foundational beliefs requires several such maneuvers. Can historicism deliver what William Miller promised? The post Case by Casebolt: Millerite Math and Historicism’s Demands appeared first on Spectrum Magazine . ## [The Kingdom of God, Within You](https://spectrummagazine.org/views/columns/the-kingdom-of-god-within-you/) _2026-08-19 · Jared Wright · Spectrum Magazine_ When my great-uncle unexpectedly passed away my family spoke of Heaven. But as a man who did not believe in God, he apprehended something about the heavenly kingdom that Adventists often forget. The post The Kingdom of God, Within You appeared first on Spectrum Magazine . ## [By What Moral Reasoning Does the US Ban Iran’s Nukes While Allowing Israel’s?](https://spectrummagazine.org/views/opinion/by-what-moral-reasoning-does-the-us-ban-irans-nukes-while-allowing-israels/) _2026-08-19 · Jared Wright · Spectrum Magazine_ The Golden Rule presents arguably the most profound ethical principle in scripture. But fairness is sacrificed in the presence of power when we neglect to judge ourselves by the same standards we apply to our enemies. Why are Israel and Iran treated differently on nuclear weapons? The post By What Moral Reasoning Does the US Ban Iran’s Nukes While Allowing Israel’s? appeared first on Spectrum… ## [When a Blessing Intended Isn’t a Blessing Delivered](https://spectrummagazine.org/views/opinion/when-a-blessing-intended-isnt-a-blessing-delivered/) _2026-08-18 · Jared Wright · Spectrum Magazine_ I might sound like a killjoy but perhaps Christians should think twice before casually saying, “Have a blessed day.” How does what seems like harmless goodwill to some, alienate others? Can this phrase be a barrier to faith? The post When a Blessing Intended Isn’t a Blessing Delivered appeared first on Spectrum Magazine . ## [“I’ll See You in the Morning”: Grief, Hope and Resurrection](https://spectrummagazine.org/sabbath-school/ill-see-you-in-the-morning-grief-hope-and-resurrection/) _2026-08-17 · Jacklyn Frias · Spectrum Magazine_ Through reflections on loss, changing identities, childhood, trauma, and the death of loved ones, consider how hope can emerge without denying the reality of the grief and the tomb. Letting yourself feel your emotions can become a place where faith, love, and new life take root. (Commentary on the Adult Bible Study Guide for August 15 -21). The post “I’ll See You in the Morning”: Grief, Hope and… ## [To All Nations, Peoples and Languages – Cameroon, Ivory Coast, and the US: 1984 – 1993](https://spectrummagazine.org/views/to-all-nations-peoples-and-languages-cameroon-ivory-coast-and-the-usa-1984-1993/) _2026-08-16 · Stanton Witherspoon · Spectrum Magazine_ Reinder Bruinsma reflects on his years working with the Adventist Church in Africa and argues that global Adventism should keep its shared beliefs while allowing faith to reflect local cultures and experiences. The post To All Nations, Peoples and Languages – Cameroon, Ivory Coast, and the US: 1984 – 1993 appeared first on Spectrum Magazine . ## [The Good—Not Great—Commission of Women Pastors](https://spectrummagazine.org/news/the-good-not-great-commission-of-women-pastors/) _2026-08-13 · Stanton Witherspoon · Spectrum Magazine_ In New York on July 4, four pastors took the ordination stage but only three were ordained. Why? When the Adventist Church restricts its membership's participation in pastoral ministry based on gender, how does it play out in the lives of women pastors? What hypocrisy does this reality reveal? The post The Good—Not Great—Commission of Women Pastors appeared first on Spectrum Magazine . ## [Former Employees of Weimar-Associated Clinic Allege Wrongful Termination, Describe Spiritual Manipulation](https://spectrummagazine.org/news/former-employees-of-weimar-associated-clinic-allege-wrongful-termination-describe-spiritual-manipulation/) _2026-08-13 · Jared Wright · Spectrum Magazine_ “I was operating under the false hope that because we were all Adventists, God would eventually redeem the situation and the division would one day culminate in reconciliation.” When two former employees voice concerns over spiritual manipulation, favoritism, safety, and more, how does leadership respond? Can faith, familiarity, and accountability effectively coexist? The post Former Employees of… ## [The VP Files, Volume 8: Rite of Passage](https://spectrummagazine.org/views/columns/the-vp-files-volume-8-rite-of-passage/) _2026-08-12 · Jared Wright · Spectrum Magazine_ A student came with a vision: Black graduates adorned with kente stoles, increasing the visual representation of AU’s cultural diversity. How did her determination open doors for other students to pursue similar initiatives? The post The VP Files, Volume 8: Rite of Passage appeared first on Spectrum Magazine . ## [Christ and the Struggle to Live Well: Review of ‘A Primer in Christian Ethics’](https://spectrummagazine.org/culture/books-film/christ-and-the-struggle-to-live-well-review-of-a-primer-in-christian-ethics/) _2026-08-12 · Jared Wright · Spectrum Magazine_ My years in Adventist education taught me mathematics, science, humanities, doctrine, theology, prayer, worship, and healthy living. But something was sorely missing: a systematic training in ethics. When I read Luke Bretherton’s 'A Primer in Christian Ethics,' I found remarkable insights into listening, reflecting, and living well in community. The post Christ and the Struggle to Live Well:… ## [Refer a Friend, Earn Rewards (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/gn5hOI7zITTx) _2026-08-12 · **Sponsored**_ Earn rewards when friends get the Graphite Business Card through your referral. ## [Hackers steal over $130M by exploiting bug in offline hardware wallets](https://techcrunch.com/2026/08/04/hackers-steal-over-130-million-by-exploiting-bug-in-offline-hardware-wallets/) _2026-08-04 · Lorenzo Franceschi-Bicchierai · Bitcoin | TechCrunch_ A security vulnerability in the cryptocurrency hardware wallet Coldcard is allowing hackers to drain the crypto from victims’ wallets. The total losses amount to more than $130 million, according to blockchain-monitoring firms. ## [British cryptographer Adam Back denies NYT report that he is Bitcoin creator Satoshi Nakamoto](https://techcrunch.com/2026/04/08/british-cryptographer-adam-back-denies-nyt-report-that-he-is-bitcoin-creator-satoshi-nakamoto/) _2026-04-08 · Amanda Silberling · Bitcoin | TechCrunch_ Back, a long-time researcher and pioneer in cryptography, denies the allegation that he is the secretive creator of Bitcoin. ## [European cops shut down crypto mixing website that helped launder 1.3B euros](https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/01/european-cops-shut-down-crypto-mixing-website-that-helped-launder-1-3-billion-euros/) _2025-12-01 · Lorenzo Franceschi-Bicchierai · Bitcoin | TechCrunch_ Europol announced the seizure of Cryptomixer’s official website, as well as 25 million euros and 12 terabytes of data from the mixer's service. ## [Cash App debuts a new AI assistant that answers questions about your finances](https://techcrunch.com/2025/11/13/cash-app-debuts-a-new-ai-assistant-that-answers-questions-about-your-finances/) _2025-11-13 · Ivan Mehta · Bitcoin | TechCrunch_ Cash App released a slate of new features as part of its fall update, including an AI chatbot that can answer questions about users' finances, a new benefits program, and the ability to discover places that accept Bitcoin payments and make Bitcoin payments using USD. ## [Square launches AI voice ordering and an integrated Bitcoin solution for merchants](https://techcrunch.com/2025/10/08/square-launches-ai-voice-ordering-and-an-integrated-bitcoin-solution-for-merchants/) _2025-10-08 · Ivan Mehta · Bitcoin | TechCrunch_ Block is now allowing Square merchants to accept Bitcoin payments without any processing fee for one year ## [US government seized $1M from Russian ransomware gang](https://techcrunch.com/2025/08/11/u-s-government-seized-1-million-from-russian-ransomware-gang/) _2025-08-11 · Lorenzo Franceschi-Bicchierai · Bitcoin | TechCrunch_ A global law enforcement coalition targeted the infrastructure of the group behind the Royal and BlackSuit ransomware strains, allegedly responsible for extorting victims out of $370 million since 2022. ## [Bitcoin surpasses $118K, its second all-time high in less than 24 hours](https://techcrunch.com/2025/07/11/bitcoin-surpasses-118k-its-second-all-time-high-in-less-than-24-hours/) _2025-07-11 · Lauren Forristal · Bitcoin | TechCrunch_ Factors contributing to Bitcoin’s surge include the pro-crypto stance of President Trump, which has spurred greater interest from institutional investors. ## [Elon dips from DOGE, and Silicon Valley enters the ‘find out’ stage](https://techcrunch.com/podcast/elon-dips-from-doge-and-silicon-valley-enters-the-find-out-stage/) _2025-05-30 · Theresa Loconsolo, Anthony Ha, Kirsten Korosec, Maxwell Zeff · Bitcoin | TechCrunch_ Elon Musk has officially announced he’s stepping down as a U.S. special government employee and the de facto head of the Department of Government Efficiency, better known as DOGE. The move follows Musk’s cooling relationship with the Trump administration and slumping Tesla sales tied to his political advocacy. Despite his announced departure, Musk gave a \[ \] ## [GameStop bought $500 million of bitcoin](https://techcrunch.com/2025/05/28/gamestop-bought-500-million-of-bitcoin/) _2025-05-28 · Amanda Silberling · Bitcoin | TechCrunch_ GameStop's recent interest in bitcoin isn't as random as it may seem. ## [Garantex administrator arrested in India at request of US authorities](https://techcrunch.com/2025/03/12/garantex-administrator-arrested-in-india-under-extradition-law/) _2025-03-12 · Jagmeet Singh, Lorenzo Franceschi-Bicchierai · Bitcoin | TechCrunch_ Garantex co-founder Aleksej Besciokov was arrested in India's Kerala on Tuesday, U.S. and Indian officials tell TechCrunch. ## [International money transfers (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/TqNAK1vNyux3) _2025-03-12 · **Sponsored**_ Send money to other countries and manage multi‑currency balances online. ## [Hackers launder most of Bybit’s stolen crypto worth $1.4B](https://techcrunch.com/2025/03/04/hackers-launder-most-of-bybits-stolen-crypto-worth-1-4-billion/) _2025-03-04 · Lorenzo Franceschi-Bicchierai · Bitcoin | TechCrunch_ Experts note that this is just the first step for the alleged North Korean hackers to profit from the historic heist. ## [Remote enables USDC crypto payouts for contractors](https://techcrunch.com/2024/12/17/remote-enables-usdc-crypto-payouts-for-contractors/) _2024-12-17 · Romain Dillet · Bitcoin | TechCrunch_ Getting paid in cryptocurrencies may sound like a bad idea, but this could be an actually useful feature for international contractors. Remote, the company that lets you hire people and manage contractors all around the world, is introducing crypto payouts on Tuesday. Companies based in the U.S. can start paying their contractors with stablecoins in \[ \] ## [Bitcoin zooms past $100K mark for the first time](https://techcrunch.com/2024/12/04/bitcoin-zooms-past-100k-mark-for-the-first-time/) _2024-12-05 · Ivan Mehta, Matt Rosoff · Bitcoin | TechCrunch_ Bitcoin prices have been on the rise this year, and the cryptocurrency has reached the $100,000 price point for the first time on Wednesday. The cryptocurrency s price has jumped more than 5% in the last 24 hours. The latest rally began with the election of Donald Trump as president, as he promised a more crypto-friendly \[ \] ## [Flutter gRPC File Transfers](https://www.stevenskelton.ca/flutter-grpc-file-transfer/) _2024-10-03 · Steven Skelton · Steven Skelton_ Modern mobile apps are benefiting from using gRPC with Protobuf to reduce boilerplate code for their client-server networking implementation. While directly implemented by gRPC, the library can easily implement all necessary features for efficient file transfers. ## [File Transfers using gRPC and ZIO](https://www.stevenskelton.ca/grpc-file-transfer-zio/) _2024-10-01 · Steven Skelton · Steven Skelton_ gRPC with Protobuf is a framework to efficiently simplify the client-server networking requirements of modern applications. One use-case where the low-level simplicity of pure HTTP maintains an advantage over gRPC is handling file transfers: the uploading and downloading of contiguous binary block data. But gRPC can efficiently replicate all HTTP functionality within its Protobuf message framework… ## [Bitcoin ATMs are a hotbed for scams, FTC says](https://techcrunch.com/2024/09/03/bitcoin-atms-are-a-hotbed-for-scams-ftc-says/) _2024-09-03 · Amanda Silberling · Bitcoin | TechCrunch_ The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) published a report about increasing fraud at bitcoin ATMs. These ATMs allow people to turn their cash into crypto, but they ve become a tool for scammers to perpetrate fraud. Since 2020, the FTC says, fraud at bitcoin ATMs has ballooned nearly tenfold, and just in the first half of 2024, \[ \]