ABC Book Center Fuels Seabloom’s 30-Year Literature Ministry

CLOVIS, Calif. — For Corey Seabloom, a Fresno Suunyside church member, the Adventist Book Center isn't just a bookstore — it's the cornerstone of his literature evangelism ministry that has spanned three decades.

Seabloom, who visits the ABC two to three times weekly, has been an Adventist since November 1993. His journey began when a young pastor completing his training repeatedly reached out to him over 11 months while Seabloom wrestled with accepting the Adventist message.

"I loved the truth and the message I was hearing, but I was experiencing culture shock coming from a charismatic background," Seabloom recalled. "This pastor told me he'd been fasting and praying for me that week. He said I needed to make a decision for the truth, not for the people."

That conversation led to Seabloom’s baptism and ignited a 17-year literature-evangelism ministry that carried him across multiple states, serving with the Georgia-Cumberland Conference, as well as in Washington, Texas, and Fresno.

A Reliable Resource

The ABC has become essential to Seabloom's ministry, providing materials that both strengthen his faith and equip him to share with others.

"I can always be sure I'll find books that are solidly based on the Adventist message," Seabloom said. "I want to promote materials that help people submit to God's plan and trust in church leadership."

Seabloom sees literature evangelism as one of the most effective soul-winning methods available to Adventists today. He cites testimonies from veteran colporteurs who filled churches through their work, bringing in quality members who quickly became church officers.

Divine Appointments

Through years of door-to-door ministry, Seabloom has witnessed countless divine appointments. People regularly tell him they've been praying for a good book to read or seeking something to help them understand the Bible better.

"I've seen Muslims, Hindus, Buddhists — people I never thought would respond to my materials — open up and purchase books," he said. "When I approach each person as a brother or sister, without prejudice, amazing things happen."

One encounter particularly touched Seabloom: A 12-year-old girl listened to his presentation about "Steps to Christ" and disappeared into another room. She returned with six crumpled dollar bills.

"The smile she had after getting that book, the sincere gratitude — you can't put a price on that experience," Seabloom said. "I knew she would savor every word."

Recent experiences continue to affirm his calling. A shirtless man who seemed uninterested ended up with tears in his eyes after their conversation.

Continuing the Mission

After more than 30 years as an Adventist and nearly two decades in literature ministry, Seabloom remains committed to what he calls "the very work God would have us do at this time."

As he continues visiting homes throughout Fresno, Seabloom carries materials from the ABC that he trusts will present a balanced, Christ-centered message. For him, each book represents another opportunity for someone to encounter Jesus.

"Even if they say they're just supporting me, they have a book in their hands," Seabloom said. "And in that moment, they'll consider Jesus, maybe in a deeper way than before they met me."

Written by Justin Kim

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