On March 2, 2015, the worldwide Seventh-day Adventist Church released an official statement declaring church members should “responsibly participate” in vaccination for the prevention of disease and promulgation of “herd immunity.” The official statement alleges vaccination is consistent with Adventism’s “strong emphasis on health and well-being.” This position is said to rest upon “biblical revelation, the inspired writing of Ellen G. White (co-founder of the Church), and on peer-reviewed scientific literature.” The statement also declares there is “no religious or faith-based reason” for Seventh-day Adventists to avoid, delay, or refuse to participate in vaccination programs.

This book challenges these claims, offering up evidence from the Bible, the writings of Ellen G. White, history, and science. Additionally we answer the question as to whether or not faithful members of the Seventh-day Adventist Church can refuse or delay vaccination while being consistent with their faith.