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(S1, E21): James White for President

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23 minutes

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Jun 22, 2016

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In this episode, we look at James White's first term as General Conference president as well as the people and circumstances which made it practically ineffective. Poor James.

Released:

Jun 22, 2016

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(S1, E14): Lovett's Grove: In this episode, we talk about the Great Controversy vision and how the eventual book was revised, revised, revised, and revised until it becomes the version Adventists value above anything else she wrote...and then try to pawn off on people for free. by Adventist History Podcast
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(S1, E5): Phoenix: In this episode, we see how Miller's followers handled the disappointment and examine some of the answers they tossed around. We also take a better look at Joseph Bates, which is always a treat. Listen: http://adventisthistorypodcast.org/ Support: https by Adventist History Podcast
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