In this episode of unScripted from the Adventist Review, Shawn Boonstra sits down with associate editor Sikhu Daco to unpack the powerful February 2026 issue.
They dive deep into:
Emily Gibbs' raw testimony: diagnosed with a brain tumor while pregnant — "Not One Miracle" explores why God sometimes works beyond physical healing.
Dr. John Shin (Loma Linda oncologist): "Dying to Live" — what if the SDA health message isn't primarily about living longer on earth?
James & Ellen White's real marriage: poverty, arguments, ministry strain, wayward kids, and deep mutual respect.
Whether you're wrestling with health challenges, supporting someone who is, questioning the health message, or navigating family/marriage pressures — this conversation brings honest hope grounded in Scripture and Adventist experience.
Timestamps:
0:00 – Fun intro & guest intro
2:30 – Sikhu's journey from Zimbabwe to Adventist Review
8:00 – February issue overview & why get the physical magazine
12:00 – "Not One Miracle" – Emily Gibbs brain tumor story
18:00 – Shawn's personal health crisis testimony
25:00 – Dr. John Shin "Dying to Live" – health message purpose
35:00 – Stewardship, science discernment & compassion for the suffering
45:00 – James & Ellen White marriage: real struggles & respect
55:00 – Closing thoughts & call to subscribe
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