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The Biblical Research Institute was established by action of the General Conference Committee in 1975. The historical roots of the institute go back to the Defense Literature Committee (established 1943) and the Committee on the Biblical Study and Research (established 1952). It consists of several Adventist theologians and staff working at the world headquarters of the Seventh-day Adventist Church.
Purpose
The Biblical Research Institute staff exists to promote the study and practice of Adventist theology and lifestyle as understood by the world church.
It provides theological resources for the administration and departments of the General Conference and the world church. It identifies areas of doctrinal and theological discussion seeking to enhance their understanding and builds commitment to the truths of Scripture.
It encourages and facilitates dialogue with the Seventh-day Adventist theological community, endeavoring to foster doctrinal and theological unity in the world church.
The institute also directs the work of the Biblical Research Institute Committee which consists of about forty members from around the world.
Note - The above statements are from their official site.
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https://www.adventistreview.org/1513-20
The Biblical Research Institute (BRI) serves the needs of the Seventh-day Adventist Church worldwide in the areas of theology, doctrine, and Christian lifestyle. Five Adventist theologians with expertise in several fields carry forward the work of BRI: Elias Brasil de Souza (Old Testament), Kwabena Donkor (systematic theology), Ekkehardt Mueller (New Testament), Artur Stele (Old Testament), and Clinton Wahlen (New Testament). In addition, Ángel M. Rodríguez (Old Testament) and Gerhard Pfandl (Old Testament) have lent their expertise in a part-time capacity. We have three full-time assistants: Brenda Flemmer (administration), Marlene Bacchus (desktop publishing), and Marly Timm (administration).
The responsibilities of BRI can be grouped under three main headings: First is research. It identifies areas and issues requiring biblical research in the Seventh-day Adventist Church; organizes and conducts the research together with other Adventist theologians; and attempts to enhance and deepen the understanding and expression of biblical truth. Second is apologetics, responding to challenges to the Adventist faith. Third, the BRI serves as consultant to church leaders on matters related to biblical interpretation, doctrine, and theological trends within the church.
This quinquennium BRI was asked to take a leading role in organizing International Bible and Mission Conferences (IBMCs) for the world church. In consultation with division leadership about the needs of their local fields and in response to their requests, 65 IBMCs were conducted. Vital topics for pastors and administrators were addressed in the areas of hermeneutics, Daniel and Revelation, the remnant, the sanctuary, Adventist identity, righteousness by faith, the Trinity, and Creation. Special emphasis was also given to mission, evangelism, nurture, and retention. Selected presentations from these conferences are now available in one of BRI’s latest books, Preach the Word.
Other books published during the quinquennium were The Church, Culture, and Spirits: Adventism in Africa (2011), Message, Mission, and Unity of the Church (2013), as well as five new volumes so far in 2015: The Great Controversy and the End of Evil; Jesus of Nazareth (two volumes); Marriage: Biblical and Theological Aspects; and “What Are Human Beings That You Remember Them?” Proceedings of the Third International Bible Conference.
Committee Work
Much of BRI’s work is done through committees. These include:
Biblical Research Institute Committee (BRICOM). This committee, consisting of about 40 theologians from around the world, and several church administrators, meets semiannually to advise BRI regarding the books we publish, and other issues.
Biblical Research Committees (BRCs). During this quinquennium each division, through its local Biblical Research Committee (BRC), contributed to the study of ordination and a review of our 28 Fundamental Beliefs, as did the members of BRICOM, which includes BRC representatives. In addition, the division BRCs addressed local issues such as Seventh-day Adventists and military service (EUD), Adventists and politics (SID, SSD), and the prosperity gospel (WAD). The work of the BRCs is vital in fostering our theological and doctrinal unity for a rapidly growing church.
Biblical Research Institute Ethics Committee (BRIEC). This committee was established in 2012 to help respond to inquiries from divisions and other entities concerning practical issues. Recently it has dealt with topics related to Sabbath observance, marriage and sexuality (including transgender issues), assisted su***de, tithe from gambling, and more.
Sola Scriptura Research Group. BRI, together with the Theology and Christian Philosophy Department of Andrews University, meets periodically to assist the worldwide church in developing a methodology for its theological task that is biblically grounded and theologically sound in order to further its ministerial and missiological dimensions.
Five Productive Years in Numbers
231 Articles
8 Books
7 BRI Releases
2 Sabbath School Study Guides
19 Newsletters
65 International Bible and Mission Conferences
14 Courses Taught in Colleges/Universities
64 Seminars/Ministers’ Meetings
58 Television Programs
