Preaching the Gospel and Feeding the Flock

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“The DRONES! No Danger? Are You Kidding?” is the title of a new StandingWatch program, presented by Evangelist Norbert Link. Here is the summary:

The many sightings of drones hovering over America and its military bases are no laughing matter, nor are these drones harmless. We are told that they don’t pose a danger to national security, but those assurances don’t ring true. Nor are opinions that they do not come from a foreign “enemy.” Reviewing the available evidence, what conclusions CAN we come to in regard to these drones? And what does this all mean?

Die DROHNEN! Keine Gefahr? Sie scherzen wohl!” is the title of a new AufPostenStehen program, presented by Norbert Link. This German program covers the same topics as described above.

We have posted our first Bible Story short video in German, “Die Schöpfung” (The Creation), on our German YouTube and Aufpostenstehen Website. Created by our members Evelyn Gerz and Andreas Rätz through AI technology, it is the start of a series. We plan to do the same in English shortly. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_2iE4AgYjKU 

“Memorial for Margaret Adair,” was conducted on Sunday, December 15, 2024, and this service is now posted. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AI81HalPidw

“Leben Sie mit Christus in himmlischen Regionen?” is the title of this Sabbath’s new German sermon, presented by Norbert Link. Title in English: “Do You Live with Christ in Heavenly Places?”

“Es gibt ein Zu Spät,” last Sabbath’s German sermonette presented by Johann Schell, is now posted. Title in English: “There Is Such a Thing as Too Late.”

“Wir WERDEN gross sein!” last Sabbath’s German sermon presented by Michael Link, is now posted. Title in English: “We Will Be Great!”

“What Does God Require of Us?” is the title of last Sabbath’s first split sermon, presented by Paul Niehoff. Here is the summary:

God has a number of requirements for us to live by, which are stated in many places throughout the Bible. However, there is one verse that summarizes what these requirements are, and that is found in the book of Micah.

“A Sinless Human Life,” is the title of last Sabbath’s second split-sermon, presented by Frank Bruno. Here is the summary:

In this Split Sermon we will consider various scriptures that help us in our study of the sinless human life of Jesus Christ. We understand that Jesus lived a fully human life, yet did so without sinning. This enabled Him to take on the sins of the world and offer salvation for true Christians who believe in Him and obey the commandments of the Father.

Preaching the Gospel and Feeding the Flock

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“Syria’s Terrible Future,” is the title of a new StandingWatch program, presented by Evangelist Norbert Link. Here is the summary:

The civil war in Syria has never stopped. But most recent events stunned the world. What happened, why, and what is Syria’s future? Many celebrate most current developments, but their celebration might be terribly premature.

“Syriens schreckliche Zukunft,” is the title of a new AufPostenStehen program, presented by Norbert Link. This program covers the same topic as described above in English.

The memorial service for Margaret Adair will take place on Sunday, December 15, 2024. It will begin promptly at 12:45pm at Escondido Columbus Club Hall, 515 W. Valley Pkwy, Escondido CA 92025. Please contact Johanna.Link@cox.net if you want to attend.

“Die wahre Liebe,” last Sabbath’s first split-sermon in Germany was presented by Christoph Sperzel and is now posted. Title in English: “True Love.”

“Sei ein Tempel,” last Sabbath’s second split-sermon in Germany was presented by Thilo Hanstein and is now posted. Title in English: “Be a Temple.”

“Reading Right Over Things,” last Sabbath’s sermonette presented by Brian Gale, is now posted. Here is the summary:

It is much more beneficial to our spiritual well-being if we read, think through, and understand the Scriptures we are reading which is obvious, but can be forgotten or neglected.   In addition, using a number of assorted Bible aids we will really profit from greater understanding and all the effort will be very worthwhile.

“Salvation of the World,” last Sabbath’s sermon presented by Norbert Link, is now posted. Here is the summary:

Did Christ come to save this world? Or are we talking about a completely different world? Didn’t Christ call us out of this evil world? Is this world being judged today? And if not, when will this be the case? Could this be related to the resurrections? And why does the Bible speak of the resurrection of the just and of the unjust, as well as the resurrection to everlasting life, to judgment and to everlasting contempt or condemnation?

Preaching the Gospel and Feeding the Flock

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“What Jesus REALLY Looked Like,” is the title of a new StandingWatch program, presented by Evangelist Norbert Link. Here is the summary:

A non-religious publication wrote in a recent article that “experts say that every image you’ve seen of Jesus is almost certainly inaccurate.” It then explains what Jesus did look like—something which the Church of God has been teaching for almost a century. In this program, we quote from the article and make additional comments, and we offer in a short video at the end of this program a free booklet on the Jesus of the Bible. We also point out that, apart from the question as to what Jesus looked like, the important question arises as to how He lived while here on earth, what He stood for, and what He taught.

“Wie Jesus WIRKLICH aussah,” is the title of a new AufPostenStehen program, presented by Norbert Link. This German program covers the same material as described above.

The memorial service for Margaret Adair will take place on Sunday, December 15, 2024. It will begin promptly at 12:45pm at Escondido Columbus Club Hall, 515 W. Valley Pkwy, Escondido CA 92025. Please contact Johanna.Link@cox.net if you want to attend.

A Tech Meeting was conducted on December 1, 2024. Hosted by Eric Rank, we reviewed booklet ad campaigns which are ongoing in English and German. 2025 Feast plans were discussed and new advertising sources were presented.

We have created a new WhatsApp channel that you can subscribe to receive information and publications from our church. Click on the link to follow us on WhatsApp.

“Ist man als wahrer Christ einsam?”, last Sabbath’s German sermonette presented by Patrick Flück, is now posted. Title in English: “Are You Lonely as A True Christian?”

“Walk the Talk,” last Sabbath’s sermonette presented by Kalon Mitchell, is now posted.

“We WILL Be Great,” last Sabbath’s sermon presented by Michael Link, is now posted. Here is the summary:

What must we do in this life to become something that this world can’t even comprehend? God has given us a gift of understanding and all the tools necessary to be what He wants us to be. What is our role and what will it take to fulfill His plan for us?

Preaching the Gospel and Feeding the Flock

compiled by Dave Harris

The memorial service for Margaret Adair will take place on Sunday, December 15, 2024. It will begin promptly at 12:45pm at Escondido Columbus Club Hall, 515 W. Valley Pkwy, Escondido CA 92025. Please contact Johanna.Link@cox.net if you want to attend.

“Jesus Christus—unser alleiniger Heiland,” is the title of this Sabbath’s new German sermon, presented by Norbert Link. Title in English: “Jesus Christ—Our Only Savior.”

“Die Hoffnung in uns,” last Sabbath’s first split-sermon presented by Robert Muhr, is now posted. Title in English: “The Hope Within Us.”

“Wach endlich auf, Juda!” last Sabbath’s second split-sermon presented by Marc Völler, is now posted. Title in English: “Finally Wake Up, Judah!”

“Without Deceit,” last Sabbath’s sermonette presented by Paul Niehoff, is now posted. Here is the summary:

God has given us instructions to remove deceit from our lives reminding us that that is a characteristic of Satan. Jesus Christ praised Nathanael for being without deceit and the one- hundred and forty-four thousand in the book of Revelation are also described as being without deceit. Only those without deceit can be trusted to live God’s way forever.

“Jesus Christ—Our Savior,” last Sabbath’s sermon presented by Norbert Link, is now posted. Here is the summary:

The Bible tells us that we can ONLY be saved through Jesus Christ; that there is no salvation in any other. This means that we CANNOT be saved through any other means or name or religion. But in order to be saved, we must believe and follow the true Jesus Christ of the Bible. A belief in a false Jesus will not save us. What does this mean exactly? What must we believe, and what must we reject?

Strengthened in Faith

How do we become stronger and stronger in faith? Certainly, we must; but even having faith in our time seems outside our control. We can read about others in the pages of the Bible who were noted for having great faith, but can we also attain that key attribute?

We are challenged by a very crucial requirement as we follow Jesus Christ: “But without faith it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to God must believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him” (Hebrews 11:6).

We see then, first, that we must believe that God is real! That takes faith, because we can’t see Him, for He is a spirit (John 4:24). Yet, we do learn about God through His written Word and the Creation He has made—things we can see and understand. Since that is true, then can we learn more about Him and be strengthened in our faith?

Second, to strengthen our faith as Christians—begotten children of God—we have access to God the Father through Jesus Christ (John 14:6). We can have our prayers answered and, when that happens, our faith can grow. In every aspect of our life, we can seek to walk in righteousness before God, which simply means obeying Him. The more we become obedient sons and daughters of our Father in heaven, the more we will grow in faith.

God has all the answers to anything we could possibly imagine or ever need! Have we grown in faith to the extent that we believe this? Do we truly face all our challenges based on this kind of resolute and unshakeable faith?

Being called by God in this life should allow us to reflect and consider the many times when our faith has been tested. When we fellowship as members of the body of Christ (the Church of God), we share our stories of faith with others. We should also be able to see personal growth and how, with the power of God’s Holy Spirit, we are being strengthened in faith.

Having the kind of faith that will please God is, indeed, the hard work of salvation! Let’s remember that we aren’t alone when it all seems too great a challenge to have faith for the moment. Consider the example of a father who sought to have his son healed. Jesus said, “‘If you can believe, all things are possible to him who believes’” (Mark 9:23).

I think the father’s response hits home for all of us: “‘Lord, I believe; help my unbelief’” (Mark 9:24).

He did find the help he needed, as Jesus did help and healed his son. We, too, can be strengthened in faith by God.  In matters small or great, ask for God’s help—fully trusting that He will!

Preaching the Gospel and Feeding the Flock

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A memorial service for Margaret Adair will be held on Sunday, December 15. The exact time and location will be announced soon. If you are interested in attending, please contact Johanna.Link@cox.net

“So Close to World War III,” is the title of a new StandingWatch program, presented by Evangelist Norbert Link. Here is the summary:

Nuclear World War III is coming, but not in the way most suspect. Still, the terrible recent developments involving the war between Russia and Ukraine – and the conduct of Western nations, including the USA and Britain – have brought the “spectre of a nuclear holocaust ever closer” (Daily Mail, November 19). And what can we say about “Biden’s Missile Crisis?,” as Democratic author Dennis J. Kucinich described it?

“Dem Dritten Weltkrieg sehr nahe!” is the title of a new AufPostenStehen program, presented by Norbert Link. This German program covers the same topics as described above.

A new member letter has been written by Michael Link and will be posted and sent out soon. The letter includes reports on the Feast sites in 2024 in the USA and Germany and encourages all of us to grow in faith and to rely on God in everything.

“Die letzten Worte Jesu am Kreuz,” last Sabbath’s German sermonette by Tahir Coban, is now posted. Title in English: “The Last Words of Jesus on the Cross.” 

“A Mind to Work,” last Sabbath’s sermonette presented by Eric Rank, is now posted. Here is the summary:

Even when facing opposition, we can be confident that God’s work is worth doing. In the story of Nehemiah, the Jews rebuilt the wall of Jerusalem facing ridicule and adversity. Through their perseverance, dedication, and unwavering focus, they succeeded. What can we learn from their example that can help us succeed in our endeavors?

“Why Are There Preachers?” last Sabbath’s sermon presented by Dave Harris, is now posted. Here is the summary:

Are preachers chosen by God, or can just anyone—man, woman or child—decide on their own to preach? Do preachers have a specific message to proclaim, and does God give extra power to His preachers? Also, will those who preach be held accountable for what they teach? Do Christians really need preachers?

Why Are There Preachers? 

Are preachers chosen by God, or can just anyone—man, woman or child—decide on their own to preach? Do preachers have a specific message to proclaim, and does God give extra power to His preachers? Also, will those who preach be held accountable for what they teach? Do Christians really need preachers?

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Preaching the Gospel and Feeding the Flock

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“Why Riots Against Jews in Amsterdam?” is the title of a new StandingWatch program, presented by Evangelist Norbert Link. Here is the summary:

86 years after the “Reichskristallnacht” (the “Night of Broken Glass”), when Nazis led pogroms against Jews across the German Reich, terrible atrocities against Jewish soccer fans occurred in Amsterdam, the capital of The Netherlands. These violent antisemitic attacks were apparently planned well in advance and they were carried out by a mob of local Muslims and Arabs. How could something like this happen? Who is to be blamed? Have Amsterdam and the rest of Europe become unsafe again for the Jewish people?

“Warum die Gewalt gegen Juden in Amsterdam?” is the title of a new AufPostenStehen program, presented by Norbert Link. This program covers the topic described above.

“Wie können Ihnen Dämonen erscheinen?” is the title of this coming Sabbath’s sermon, presented by Norbert Link. Title in English: “How Can Demons Appear to You?”

We have created a new WhatsApp channel that you can subscribe to receive information and publications from our church. Click on the link to follow us on WhatsApp.

“Eine zerstreute Welt,” last Sabbath’s first split sermon presented by Robert Indlekofer, is now posted. Title in English: “A Scattered World”.

“Ist Neugierde Sünde?” last Sabbath’s second split sermon presented by Norbert Link, is now posted. Title in English: “Is Curiosity a Sin?”

“Turn the Cheek,” last Sabbath’s sermonette presented by Frank Bruno, is now posted. Here is the summary:

Nearly everywhere we turn these days we see people claiming to be offended by colleagues, school mates, family, friends and even the brethren. Despite the ease of taking offense, true Christians understand the need to rely on God for the strength to turn the other cheek and avoid escalation. In this Sermonette we will consider various scriptures and examples of what true Christians must do in order to obey God and not the world.

“God is Angry,” last Sabbath’s sermon presented by Eric Rank, is now posted. Here is the summary:

If there are so many people in the world who are doing good things to help their communities demonstrating love for one another, could God really be angry enough to unleash His wrath upon the Earth as a punishment? What is it that makes God angry, and what can we do to appeal to His mercy as the Day of the Lord approaches?

Preaching the Gospel and Feeding the Flock

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Trump Won… Now What’s Next?” is the title of a new StandingWatch program, presented by Evangelist Norbert Link. Here is the summary:

We were told it would be a close race. But Trump won decisively, and many are stunned and shocked. His victory has been termed “a comeback for the ages” and “history’s greatest comeback.” Four years ago, many felt that Trump would win in 2020. A letter from us explained the situation and pointed at the next election in 2024, also suggesting that Trump might have a prophetic role to fulfill, especially in relationship to Israel and Europe. What we said then is more relevant now than ever before. Do you know what is coming next? Are you prepared for an astonishing and bumpy ride?

“Trump hat gewonnen.. was jetzt?” is the title of a new AufPostenStehen program, presented by Norbert Link. This covers the same topics as described above.

“Who is Jesus Christ?—His Many Descriptions in the Bible,” our newest booklet, written by Brian Gale and Norbert Link, has been sent to the printer, and it is posted.

A Tech Team Meeting was conducted on November 3, 2024. Hosted by Eric Rank, a review of Feast activities and reports for ongoing booklet ads were discussed.

“Ist Neugierde Sünde?” is the title of this Sabbath’s German sermon, presented by Norbert Link. Title in English: “Is Curiosity Sin?”

Recent sermons given in both the United States and Germany during the Fall festival season are posted on our websites.

“Wurdig,” last Sabbath’s first split-sermon, presented in Germany by Mike Richter, is now posted. Title in English: “Worthy.”

“Das Ende der Welt, wie wir sie kennen, ist nur der Anfang,” last Sabbath’s second split-sermon, presented in Germany by Daniel Blasinger, is now posted. Title in English: “The End Of The World As We Know It Is Just The Beginning.”

“Our Atmosphere,” last Sabbath’s sermonette presented by Michael Link, is now posted. Here is the summary:

We can survive physically through God’s perfect creation of the earth within the atmosphere mankind lives in. The atmosphere at this year’s Feast of Tabernacles was everything that this current world is not. It was positive with joy, peace, and spiritual food to prepare us for what the future holds. The atmosphere of this world is deteriorating more and more and we must remain vigilant spiritually as we fight against the god of this world. How can we succeed?

Why Are You Called Today?” last Sabbath’s sermon presented by Norbert Link, is now posted. Here is the summary:

If you can understand biblical Truth today, then God has called you and given you the opportunity to attain eternal salvation. Did God make a mistake? Don’t you know what to do with your calling… what God requires of you? If God has a plan for you, what is that plan? Are you expecting too much from God… or too little?

So Great A Salvation!

Jesus proclaimed a message of salvation on the eighth day of the Feast–which we have come to call “the Last Great Day.” What Jesus did and what He spoke about gives meaning to this last Annual Holy Day of God.

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