Bjorn Karlman is a blogger at The Planet D and ADVENTIST TODAY FOUNDATION. He focuses on themes of religion and spirituality, exploring topics such as Christianity, church administration, and religious organizations, while also delving into atheism and astrology. His work has been featured in notable publications, including The Planet D and ADVENTIST TODAY FOUNDATION.
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By: Bjorn Karlman
Right now, Islam is everywhere in the news. With America’s strike on Iran, some Adventists cheer. Others are horrified. And that’s the point—we are all over the political spectrum as a faith. Politics aside, the real question is how we relate to the people behind the headlines. As Adventists, we share meaningful points of connection […]
By: Alexander Carpenter, Bjorn Karlman
This is the fourth report from our series based on our multi-week visit to Papua New Guinea. For much of Adventist media, the headline from Papua New Guinea (PNG) was a jaw-dropping baptism number that told a story of evangelistic success and denominational growth. Yet, as explored in our previous installment, many of the numerical…
By: Bjorn Karlman
Every Adventist congregation has at least one member who is especially enthusiastic in a very specific way 😄 In the spirit of spotting (and gently laughing with) these familiar church personalities, here’s a lighthearted guide to some common “types” you might recognize: • The Hardcore Vegetarian So committed to health principles that they question anything […]
Adventism wasn’t built by people who thought they had everything figured out. It was built by people who were hungry for more truth. People who believed God was still leading. People who were willing to change their minds. People who understood there was a very real possibility they were wrong about some things—and that Jesus […]
By: Bjorn Karlman
By Björn Karlman, Executive Director, Adventist Today Newbold College of Higher Education, the oldest Adventist educational institution outside North America, marked its 125th anniversary June 25–28 under the theme “Founded in Faith, Forged in Purpose.” The event drew alumni, church leaders, students, and families from around the world for a blend of historical reflection, honest […]
By: Bjorn Karlman
As Adventists, we can spend hours discussing prophecy, doctrine, and the signs of the times. Yet many of us struggle to have an honest conversation about something far more immediate: whether we can cover next month’s bills. In many congregations, financial stress remains largely invisible. We arrive at church looking composed, participate in worship, and […]
By: Bjorn Karlman
By Björn Karlman Executive Director, Adventist Today South England Conference Delegate to the British Union Conference Session
By: Bjorn Karlman
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Look, I get why the question keeps coming up. We have a prolific co-founder whose writings still guide the church, distinctive doctrines like the investigative judgment and Saturday Sabbath, and a serious emphasis on healthy living that can feel all-consuming. To outsiders — and many who’ve walked away — it sometimes looks like high-demand religion […]
By: Bjorn Karlman
August 1, 2026 — Munich, Germany Tomorrow I’m lacing up for the first day an epic 220-mile #ATAugustChallenge adventure — running from Munich all the way to Prague for Adventist Today! Goal? Run a marathon most days and somehow still smile at the finish. This isn’t just a crazy physical challenge… it’s a mission to […]
