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A new Member Letter (July 2019) is now posted and copies have been mailed to our subscribers. In this letter, Elder Robb Harris draws attention to our urgent need to not allow ourselves to drift away from God and fall back into the world.

“Trying to Appease Russia?” is the title of a special new StandingWatch program, present by Evangelist Norbert Link. Here is a summary:

Many desperate attempts are being made today to appease Putin’s Russia. Will any of these attempts succeed? What does the Bible prophesy about the future relationship between Russia and the EU, Ukraine, the Roman Catholic Church and the USA?

Here is some information about our ever-enlarging German website—which you can find at: https://www.ewigengottes.de/

In addition to our German sermonettes, sermons and AufPostenStehen Programs, as well as occasional editorials, articles and Q&As, we are posting installments of our German translation of our Zechariah booklet, to be published as a German booklet upon completion (Buch Sacharja, seven parts so far), as well as German translations of our member letters (under Mitgliederbrief) and of portions of our Current Events (under Weltnachrichten).

We are currently running Google Ads which highlight our new booklet, “How Can We Know that Christ’s Return Is Near?”  Here is more information as presented in last week’s Update 883:

“WHY Christ’s Return IS NEAR Indeed!” is the title of a special new StandingWatch program, present by Evangelist Norbert Link. This program introduces our newest booklet, “How Can We Know that Christ’s Return Is Near?” Here is a summary:

How can we be so SURE that Christ’s return is near? Why is Christ’s soon-coming return the only hope for mankind’s survival? What are many different news events PROVING to us that Christ will return very soon? Our new free booklet, “How Can We Know that Christ’s Return Is Near?” gives you answers to these all-important questions. Please be sure to watch the short VIDEO at the END of this program.

In addition, a promotional video presented by Michael Link is included with the StandingWatch program and features the booklet. This video, titled, “How Can We Know that Christ’s Return Is Near?” is also posted.

“Glauben Sie dem Teufel?” is the title of this Sabbath’s new German sermon, presented by Norbert Link. Title in English: “Do You Believe the Devil?”

“Salt of the Earth,” the sermonette presented last Sabbath by Brian Gale, is now posted. Here is a summary:

This message looks at 4 different aspects of salt and compares it to God’s people who are the “the salt of the earth” and who must not lose their savour!

“The Devil is Loose!” the sermon presented last Sabbath by Norbert Link, is now posted. Here is a summary:

Satan’s wrath is great, as he knows that he has only a short time. But he is still the god of this evil world, the prince of darkness, who walks about like a roaring lion, seeking his victims in order to destroy them. He is a murderer, a liar, a deceiver, a fraud, an accuser and a tempter, and so are his servants and ministers who are acting on his behalf, even though many may think that they serve the true God. Those who were able to free themselves from Satan’s clutches through the understanding of the Truth and become again his victims are walking towards their spiritual and perhaps even physical death. This sermon will show from the Bible how Satan has inflicted misery and pain on so many people, but it also emphasizes that with God’s help, we will conquer the Devil.

compiled by Dave Harris

“WHY Christ’s Return IS NEAR Indeed!” is the title of a special new StandingWatch program, present by Evangelist Norbert Link. This program introduces our newest booklet, “How Can We Know that Christ’s Return Is Near?” Here is a summary:

How can we be so SURE that Christ’s return is near? Why is Christ’s soon-coming return the only hope for mankind’s survival? What are many different news events PROVING to us that Christ will return very soon? Our new free booklet, “How Can We Know that Christ’s Return Is Near?” gives you answers to these all-important questions. Please be sure to watch the short VIDEO at the END of this program.

In addition, a promotional video presented by Michael Link is included with the StandingWatch program and features the booklet. This video, titled, “How Can We Know that Christ’s Return Is Near?” is also posted.

“Wie Satan bekennende Christen verführt!” is the title of this Sabbath’s new German sermon, presented by Norbert Link. Title in English: “How Satan Deceives Professing Christians.”

“Schwächen machen uns stärker,” is the title of last Sabbath’s new German sermonette, presented by Michael Link. Title in English: “Weaknesses Make Us Stronger.”

“You Are Not Alone,” the sermonette presented last Sabbath by Dave Harris, is now posted. Here is a summary:

“Are we alone in the universe?” is the question. But if the answer is that “you are not alone,” how will mankind respond? What if God is the One Who answers?

“Retaining Our Hope in the Growing Darkness,” the sermon presented last Sabbath by Robb Harris, is now posted. Here is a summary:

We live in a world that increasingly walks away from God. Mankind reaches out to find answers to the growing problems they face but very few seek Godliness. We must, like Noah, continue to proclaim the Truth of God through our actions and attitudes. Our hope in the plan of God is the only rock that will keep us above the sins and approaching judgement for mankind.

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“Coming—US War with Iran?” is the title of a new StandingWatch program, presented by Evangelist Norbert Link. Here is a summary:

The Huffington Post wrote on June 21: “The night we almost went to war.” What had happened and what will be the outcome? Many are afraid America will go to war with Iran in the near future, while hoping that it won’t happen, and some signs seem to indicate indeed an extremely uncertain and volatile situation. However, the Bible suggests a totally different scenario.

“Abominable! Court Orders Abortion Despite Mother’s Objection,” is the title of the latest StandingWatch program, presented by Evangelist Norbert Link. Here is a summary:

An absolutely terrible court decision was rendered in England by a pro-abortion judge, ORDERING an abortion although the 22 weeks pregnant Catholic mother and her mother objected, with the rationale that because six “psychiatric specialists” recommended abortion and the mother was mentally disabled, it was in her “best interest” to abort the child. Fortunately, a Court of Appeals overturned this inhuman judgment, but in what kind of an indifferent society do we live, allowing such a court decision to become possible in the first place.

“Muss man seine Eltern immer ehren?” is the title of this Sabbath’s new German sermon, presented by Norbert Link. Title in English: “Do We Always Have to Honor our Parents?”

“Die Zeit,” the German sermonette presented last Sabbath by Robert Kintzi, is now posted. Title in English: “Its Time.”

“A Legacy Left,” the sermonette presented last Sabbath by Dave Harris, is now posted. Here is a summary:

For good or bad we are all establishing a legacy, and for those called to the Truth the consequences will be eternal. What legacy are we leaving?

“Prevailing Over Pride,” the sermon presented last Sabbath by Eric Rank, is now posted. Here is a summary:

Pride is an abomination in God’s eyes. Yet, this attribute is closely associated with confidence. How can we overcome the sin of pride and practice humility without damaging the healthy confidence we need to succeed in life?

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“How Can We Know that Jesus Christ’s Return Is Near?” our newest booklet has now been printed and mailed to our subscribers. Along with this booklet, a special Member Letter (June 2019) written by Norbert Link has been included. All of this is posted on our website, and you are invited to request your own free copy.

A Ministerial Meeting was conducted over SKYPE on Sunday morning, June 16, 2019. It was reported that members have been contacted to make personal reservations for the Feast—along with several other matters.

“Der Teufel ist los!” is the title of this Sabbath’s new German sermon, presented by Norbert Link. Title in English (approximately): “The Devil is Loose.”

“Bin ich hübsch?” the sermonette presented last Sabbath in Germany by Johann Schell, is now posted. Title in English: “Am I Pretty?”

“Are You Really Different?” the first split-sermon presented last Sabbath by Thilo Hanstein, is now posted. Here is a summary:

As a true follower of Christ, we must be truly different from others in our way of life in this world. We should consciously recognize the difference between right and wrong, and God has brought us into this world for a reason, so we must follow that calling.  Or are we still looking at what the world admires, and do we still perform what the masses expect of us?

“Learning How to Make Christian Change,” the second split-sermon presented last Sabbath by Kalon Mitchell, is now posted. Here is a summary:

We must change, that fact is inevitable. But how? How do habits come into play? When should we change? How do we come to have the mind of Christ? Why should we read the Bible? Why should we meditate? Why is ANY of this important for a true Christian?

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“Is Austria’s Sebastian Kurz gay… and Would it Matter?” is the title of a new StandingWatch program presented by Evangelist Norbert Link. Here is a summary:

There have been rumors for quite a while about the alleged homosexuality of Austria’s former and future Chancellor, but the press basically avoids talking about them. However, would there exist any prophetic biblical significance in that regard?

“Ist Sebastian Kurz schwul… und wäre das wichtig?” is the title of a new AufPostenStehen program. Presented in German by Norbert Link, this program covers the same topic as the one described above.

“Unsere vorherbestimmte Berufung zum Heil,” is the title of this Sabbath’s new German sermon, presented by Norbert Link. Title in English: “Our Preordained Calling to Salvation.”

“Erntezeit,” is the title of the posted Offertory presented on Pentecost in Germany by Jens Herrmann. Title in English: “Harvest Time.”

“God’s Grief,” is the title of the posted Offertory presented by Thilo Hanstein on Pentecost during afternoon services. Here is a summary:

We often read in the Bible that God is very angry at man’s behavior and that He will soon pour out His anger. But is God’s wrath all there is to it? What do the prophets and Jesus Christ say about God’s feelings? You may be surprised to hear about God’s grief for man’s apostasy.

“What Exactly Is the Holy Spirit?” is title of the posted sermon presented by Norbert Link on Pentecost during afternoon services. Here is a summary:

Is the Holy Spirit an independent Personality or Person, or does it at least exist in some way as a conscious entity which is separate from the Father and the Son? If not, how are we to understand biblical Scriptures which seem to indicate that the Holy Spirit speaks or acts; and that this happens independently of God the Father and Jesus Christ? Upon closer examination, we will see that those passages, as well as the entire teachings of the Bible, convey something completely different from what is commonly assumed.

“Are We Always Half Empty?” is the title of the posted sermonette presented by Robb Harris on Pentecost during morning services.

“What Is the Church?” is the title of the posted sermon presented by Dave Harris on Pentecost during morning services. Here is a summary:

We hear it often, people talk about going to church, but is that really what church is all about? As shocking as it may sound, there is a great and marvelous purpose for the Church of God, and the Bible reveals that this is the ongoing work of Jesus Christ.

“Becoming Bold,” the sermonette presented last Sabbath by Kalon Mitchell, is now posted. Here is a summary:

Boldness is a Christian attitude that is talked about as being something we need to use. We have to make sure that our actions are correct and that our boldness comes from Christ.

“Fruits to be Desired,” the sermon presented last Sabbath by Michael Link, is now posted. Here is a summary:

Fruit has many advantages and benefits to our health and there are many different varieties of fruit with their own unique qualities. There are vital steps necessary for their growth which ultimately make them desirable. In the same respect, how can we apply these steps in our spiritual lives which are essential for our eternal salvation?

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“Gewissheit, im Reich Gottes zu sein!” is the title for this Sabbath’s German sermon, presented by Norbert Link. Title in English: “Certainty to be in God’s Kingdom!”

“Treffen Sie die richtige Wahl?” is the title for this Sabbath’s German sermonette, presented by Michael Link.  Title in English: “Are You Making the Right Choice?”

“Was genau ist der Heilige Geist?” is the title of the German sermon for Pentecost, presented by Norbert Link. Title in English: “What Exactly Is the Holy Spirit?”

“Wo liegt Ihr Fokus?” is the title of last Sabbath’s German sermonette, presented by Christoph Sperzel. English translation: “Where Is Your Focus?”

“How Much Fear and Worry Can We Endure?” the sermonette presented last Sabbath by Thilo Hanstein, is now posted.

“Why Do Righteous People Suffer?” the sermon presented last Sabbath by Norbert Link, is now posted. Here is a summary:

The main purpose of this sermon is not to explain that suffering can be the consequence of sin. Rather, it will be shown that and why righteous people must suffer… independently from sinful conduct. This might sound as a paradox at first sight, but it is not. Instead, we hope that this sermon will give you much encouragement and motivation.