Lecture Notes: Ryan Day's Departure from 3ABN and SDA Church

Introduction

• Ryan Day, previously seen on 3ABN, announces his departure.
• Posted a message on Facebook on April 12, 2025, stating he is no longer with 3ABN.
• Promised to explain reasons during a live stream on Facebook and YouTube.
• Concerns arose as he was not seen on 3ABN for weeks.

Key Events

• April 12, 2025: Ryan Day went live to discuss his departure.
• Addressed rumors about his status and future plans.
• Explained deeply personal reasons for leaving.
• Shared excerpts from his journey and exploration into religious beliefs.

Reasons for Leaving

• Scriptural Exploration:

  • Ryan began a deep study of the Bible and religious texts.
  • Attempted to read the Bible without Adventist biases.
  • Discovered contradictions and issues, particularly with Ellen White's writings.

• Ellen White's Influence:

  • Recognized Ellen White's significant influence on SDA teachings.
  • Found some of her statements problematic and contradictory.
  • Struggled with her role as a prophetic authority in the church.

• Doctrinal Issues:

  • Questioned the Adventist doctrine of investigative judgment.
  • Found discrepancies between the Bible teachings and Ellen White’s writings.
  • Encountered difficulties reconciling SDA doctrines with his newfound understanding of the Bible.

Personal Reflections

• Spiritual and Emotional Journey:

  • Ryan felt a lack of assurance of salvation within the SDA church.
  • Spoke of personal struggles with faith and perfectionism preached within the church.
  • Experienced a newfound appreciation for the gospel outside of SDA teachings.

• Cultural Observations:

  • Critiqued the perceived elitism and doctrinal confusion within the Adventist community.
  • Observed a disconnect between SDA teachings and the behaviors of its followers.

Professional Dynamics

• 3ABN and Pastoral Offer:

  • Offered a pastoral position which he declined due to theological disagreements.
  • Openly communicated his issues with 3ABN’s administration.

• Resignation and Aftermath:

  • Offered to resign from teaching and preaching, not music management.
  • Eventually resigned due to irreconcilable differences over Ellen White’s authority.

Impact and Future Directions

• Rethink Adventism:

  • Launched a channel to discuss his journey and invite others to reconsider SDA beliefs.
  • Plans to explore and share more about his findings and experiences.

• Community Reactions:

  • Mixed reactions including skepticism about his past teachings.
  • Concerns about preaching beliefs not personally held for years.

Biblical Context

• Referenced John 6:60-66 to illustrate departures due to misunderstandings of teachings.
• Highlighted similarities between biblical disciples leaving Jesus and his own departure from the church.

Conclusion

• Ryan Day’s story is an example of personal and doctrinal struggles leading to significant life changes.
• Encourages open discussion and examination of traditional beliefs within religious communities.

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Discussion Points:

• Consideration of how personal beliefs can evolve over time.
• The role of religious texts and their interpretations in shaping faith.
• The impact of external teachings and internal church dynamics on individual spirituality.