Preaching the Gospel and Feeding the Flock

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A new Member Letter (July 2018) has been written and mailed our subscribers. In this letter, Michael Link encourages Christians to set our goal to be victorious in God’s calling.

“How God Views the 2018 NATO Summit” is the title of a new StandingWatch program, presented by Evangelist Norbert Link. Here is a summary:

 It started with a bang. President Trump voiced his strong objections to Germany’s plan to build a pipeline with Russia that would bring gas from Russia to Germany, thereby becoming dependent on and being held captive by Russia. Mr. Trump is not alone with his criticism of Germany. In addition, he chided NATO members, especially Germany, for not paying enough to NATO, comparing it with the huge amount which the USA provides. Disagreements exist as to what was really committed to during the summit. Fears have resurfaced that the USA may leave NATO and withdraw its troops from Europe, especially Germany. What DOES the Bible say about these developments?

“Schon sehr bald–Weltweite Vernichtung vor Christi Kommen!” is the title of this Sabbath’s German sermon, presented by Norbert Link. Title in English: “Very Soon–Worldwide Destruction Before Christ’s Coming!”

“Turbulence Along the Way,” the sermonette presented last Sabbath by Frank Bruno, is now posted. Here is a summary:

This sermonette makes the point that true chaos as we humans experience it is well within God’s plan for his creation. What appears to be chaotic and discordant is actually quite ordered and precisely designed by God. We are not unlike a small creature living among the branches of a great tree with seemingly endless limbs, sub-branches, and intricate leaves—each with their own complex structure that God planned and designed. When we are converted and we trust and believe in God our Creator—all falls into place with His order.

“Great Leadership,” the sermon presented last Sabbath by Eric Rank, is now posted. Here is a summary:

Throughout the history recorded in the Bible, leaders emerge and come to power with a wide range of quality. Some leaders were bad, some were good, and a few were great. What are the attributes that make a great leader? What can we learn and apply in our own lives where we have a scope of leadership?

Preaching the Gospel and Feeding the Flock

compiled by Dave Harris

A Tech Team Meeting was conducted on July 1, 2018, via SKYPE. Hosted by Eric Rank, plans for ad campaigns on the Internet, podcasts and specific equipment needs for our live broadcasts were discussed.

Europe’s Immigration Nightmare,” is the title of a new StandingWatch program, presented by Evangelist Norbert Link. Here is a summary: 

Europe is involved in an unparalleled immigration scandal, showing complete disharmony, backstabbing, blackmail, compromise, selling out, a defeat of moderate voices and a victory of the far right. A European “deal” of establishing “screening centers” in African countries has been described as a “farce.” Germany’s Angela Merkel is fighting for her political survival and striking controversial and probably illegal deals with Bavaria’s Horst Seehofer regarding transit centers on European soil. Austria’s Sebastian Kurz is proposing more controversial ideas. Where will this all end?

Europas katastrophale Einwanderungspolitik,” is the title of a new AufPostenStehen program, presented by Norbert Link. This is the German language version of the subject described above.

“Die Bibel zeigt: Der Dritte Weltkrieg kommt bald!” is the title of this Sabbath’s German sermon, presented by Norbert Link. Title in English: “The Bible Shows: World War III Comes Soon.“

“Hungering for the Unknown,” the sermonette presented last Sabbath by Robb Harris, is now posted. Here is a summary:

Man’s arrogance led him to build the tower in Babel, not to glorify God but to stand as a monument to man. God commanded man to be prosperous and fill the earth, something quite opposite to what those in Babel were doing. We must not fall into a similar trap, through arrogance, assuming our own desires and knowledge are sufficient to please God.

“Is This the Time of the End?” the sermon presented last Sabbath by Dave Harris, is now posted. Here is a summary:

We live in a period when things are about to change. In fact, they already are—IF we understand what to look for! By all indications, this is the time of the end spoken of in the Bible. It is the closing generation of Satan’s rule over mankind.

Is This the Time of the End?

We live in a period when things are about to change. In fact, they already are—IF we understand what to look for! By all indications, this is the time of the end spoken of in the Bible. It is the closing generation of Satan’s rule over mankind.

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Preaching the Gospel and Feeding the Flock

compiled by Dave Harris

“Soon! The Bible Prophesies WAR Between Europe and the USA!” is the title of a new StandingWatch program, presented by Evangelist Norbert Link. Here is a summary:

Even though this might still be difficult or even impossible for many to comprehend, the Bible clearly reveals that prior to Christ’s return, a terrible war will be fought between Europe and the USA. Reviewing the facts, we can see that preparatory movements are already in place to bring about what Scripture calls the “Great Tribulation.” Without taking any political position, we are just telling you what God’s Word is revealing to you, and if Jesus were not to return to shorten those coming days, no human being would survive.

“Are you Already Born Again?” is the title of a new StandingWatch Talking Points, presented by Pastor Rene Messier. Here is a summary:

Many professing Christians think they are already born again, and they readily share their convictions with others, presenting what would seem to be a convincing case for the need to be “born again” in this life. In reality, they miss one of the most important teachings of the Bible—what man’s ultimate potential is and how to attain it.

“Sagt uns Christus, dass seine Rückkehr nahe ist?” is the title of this Sabbath’s German sermon, presented by Norbert Link. Title in English: “Does Jesus Tell Us that His Return Is Near?”

“The Prophet Elijah in the Past, the Present and the Future,” last Sabbath’s sermon, presented by Norbert Link, is now posted. Here is a summary:

Remarkable events occurred in the life of ancient Elijah, and they are written down for us today for our learning, admonition and example. There are those who believe that Elijah did not die, but that he is still alive today in heaven or someplace else, and that we will soon return to do a powerful Work, prior to Christ’s Second Coming. What does the Bible tell us about these ideas? How are we to understand that Elijah will come before the terrible Day of the Lord?

Preaching the Gospel and Feeding the Flock

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“How Does Trump’s Executive Order Help Innocent Children?” is the title of a new StandingWatch program, presented by Evangelist Norbert Link. Here is a summary:

After a worldwide outcry over the “zero tolerance” policy of the Trump administration, criminalizing all illegal immigrants and leading to the separation of young children from their parents and the internment of the children in detention camps, President Trump signed an executive order, claiming that it will keep migrant families together. But does the executive order help the children, or does it make matters worse? Is the European condemnation hypocritical as they are engaging in similar conduct? Why are our immigration systems so broken and what does the Bible have to say about all of this? Is Attorney General Jeff Sessions right when he stated that Romans 13 commands us to obey the laws of the government? Must we obey all laws, even though they might violate the letter or the spirit of God’s Word?

“Hat Christus die steinernen Tafeln mit den 10 Geboten abgeschafft?” is the title of this Sabbath’s German sermon, presented by Norbert Link. Here is the summary for the German sermon. Title in English:  “Did Jesus Abolish the Tablets of Stone With the Ten Commandments?”

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

What are the requirements to actually be considered God’s children? Do we have to do more than just “believe” in Jesus Christ and what does that all entail? What is the difference between “born again” and “begotten” children of God?

“Joy of Living Today,” the sermon presented last Sabbath by Kalon Mitchell, is now posted. Here is a summary:

We are told as Christians that we need to be joyful. In fact one of the fruits of the Spirit is Joy! But what does it mean to be joyful in a Christian way? How can we achieve in obtaining this crucial part of God’s Spirit? What does it take and what are the consequences for not obtaining it and then also for it dwelling in our lives?

Preaching the Gospel and Feeding the Flock

compiled by Dave Harris

“US Summits in Singapore and Canada—With Opposite and Frightening Prophetic Results,” is the title of a new StandingWatch program, presented by Evangelist Norbert Link. Here is a summary:

The diametrically opposite results of Donald Trump’s summits with US trading partners in Canada and with North Korea’s Kim Jong Un in Singapore show how prophecy is marching on… if we have eyes to see. The distinctions between America’s friends and allies and America’s enemies become increasingly blurred. Events are being set in motion right now which are not accidental, but which might determine your future—including your physical and spiritual survival.

“Was sagt uns der Prophet Daniel über die Endzeit?” is the title of this Sabbath’s new German sermon, presented by Norbert Link. Title in English: “What Does the Prophet Daniel Tell Us About the End Time?”

“Renewal of Your Mind,” the sermonette presented last Sabbath by Kalon Mitchell, is now posted. Here is a summary:

What does the Bible really mean when it talks about renewing our minds? What are we doing every day to renew our minds in relation to our Christian calling? Does it really make that much of a difference how we think? Does God command it?

“God or Man—Part 2?” the sermon presented last Sabbath by Michael Link, is now posted. Here is a summary:

How do we correctly manifest love towards our neighbor? Are there laws or biblical teachings which man doesn’t consider to be sinful when God clearly does? In this second part, the next 6 commandments will be covered which describe the love towards our neighbor, or fellow man.

Preaching the Gospel and Feeding the Flock

compiled by Dave Harris

Our monthly Tech Team Meeting was conducted on Sunday, June 3, 2018, via SKYPE. Hosted by Eric Rank, aspects of complying with the GDPR requirements were discussed—this is a critical necessity for protecting the personal data of those who come to our various web pages.

“NATO: No Protection for Israel,” is the title of a NEW StandingWatch program, presented by Evangelist Norbert Link. Here is a summary:

NATO General Secretary Jens Stoltenberg explained that Israel could not rely on protection from NATO in case of an Iranian attack. Whether Israel would receive help from the EU and Germany is highly doubtful, as there is a “divide between Europe and Israel.” Benjamin Netanyahu and Angela Merkel are “miles apart” and on “diametrically opposite sides” on the Iran issue. Iran has announced that it will “increase its nuclear enrichment capacity,” and that Israel “must be eradicated.” What WILL the future bring?

“Netanyahu’s Announcement of a Third Temple?” the recent StandingWatch program presented by Evangelist Norbert Link, continues to have an exceptional response on YouTube—with over 66,000 views. Three booklets were offered on this program: The Book of Zachariah-Prophecies for Today; Is That In the Bible? Mysteries of the Book of Revelation; and, The Fall and Rise of the Jewish People.

“Der Prophet Elia in Vergangenheit, Gegenwart und Zukunft, Teil 2,” is the title of this Sabbath’s German sermon, presented by Norbert Link. Title in English: “The Prophet Elijah in the Past, the Presence and the Future, Part 2.”

“Through His Blood,” the sermonette presented last Sabbath by Frank Bruno, is now posted. Here is a summary:

This Sermonette draws the parallel that exists with the human bodies that God created for us, along with the life of the flesh that is our blood. This combined with the ultimate sacrifice that Jesus Christ made for mankind through the shedding of his own blood and his death on the cross. Our human bodies maintain life through our blood, and Jesus Christ provides the potential for eternal life through  His sacrifice and His blood.

“Love Flows,” the sermon presented last Sabbath by Eric Rank, is now posted. Here is a summary:

Jesus’ commandment to love God and love one another is central to Christianity. The Bible reveals the fascinating truth about how this awesome force of love works when we practice it.

Preaching the Gospel and Feeding the Flock

A new Member Letter (June 2018) has been written by Brian Gale (United Kingdom). In this letter, Mr. Gale poignantly reminds us of the ingratitude which so characterizes our society—with a further caution that Christians must not take our blessings for granted.

“Trade War Coming? US Imposes Tariffs on Europe,” is the title of a new StandingWatch program, presented by Evangelist Norbert Link. Here is a summary:

The US is imposing harsh tariffs on European steel and aluminum. A total American ban on German luxury cars is also being investigated. The Europeans are furious and threaten with retaliation by imposing tariffs on American products. We have reached a new low of the deteriorating trans-Atlantic relationship. A trade war with unpredictable consequences could be on the horizon. Voices demand the creation of a “sovereign EU army” which would be independent from NATO or the USA.

Kommt ein Handelskrieg? Amerikanische Strafzölle für Europa! is the title of a new AufPostenStehen program, presented by Norbert Link. This video covers the same topic as described above.

“Netanyahu’s Announcement of a Third Temple?”, the recent StandingWatch program presented by Evangelist Norbert Link, has received an exceptional response on YouTube—with views already over 50,000. Three booklets were offered on this program: The Book of Zachariah-Prophecies for Today; Is That In the Bible? Mysteries of the Book of Revelation; and, The Fall and Rise of the Jewish People.

“Der Prophet Elia in Vergangenheit, Gegenwart und Zukunft, Teil 1,” is the title of this Sabbath’s German sermon, presented by Norbert Link. Title in English: “The Prophet Elijah in the Past, the Present and the Future, Part 1.”

“Your report Card,” the sermonette presented last Sabbath by Dave Harris, is now posted. Here is a summary:

We who have been called by God are being judged for eternal life—are we doing the things we must?

“Is Feeling Believing?” the sermon presented last Sabbath by Robb Harris, is now posted. Here is a summary:

Most forms of religion focus on the importance of personal feelings as part of worshiping. Political and social beliefs are increasingly falling into this same mode of thinking. While our emotional state is important in how we relate to God, we must take care to not let it override our decision making process.

Your Report Card

We who have been called by God are being judged for eternal life—are we doing the things we must?

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The News

It is a kind of ritual for people to watch the news each day. That, however, has become an almost unbearable challenge! World news, national news and even local news stories are so filled with atrocities that we often just tune out—it is simply too depressing!

The Bible speaks of these perplexing times—as a warning! Note this prophecy in Isaiah:

“‘…When the overflowing scourge passes through, Then you will be trampled down by it. As often as it goes out it will take you; For morning by morning it will pass over, And by day and by night; It will be a terror just to understand the report’” (Isaiah 28:18-19).

In another prophecy, also directed at the modern descendants of the Houses of Israel and Judah, God reveals the conditions that would and now have come upon us:

“‘“Destruction comes; They will seek peace, but there shall be none. Disaster will come upon disaster, And rumor will be upon rumor. Then they will seek a vision from a prophet; But the law will perish from the priest, And counsel from the elders”’” (Ezekiel 7:25-26).

We must not turn a blind eye to what is happening! In fact, it falls to the Church of God to address the bad news in the light of Bible prophecy. Jesus explicitly told us to “watch” and to be “ready” (compare Matthew 24:42, 44; 25:10, 13; Luke 21:36). In doing this—beyond our own personal preparedness—we are to also report news to the world that isn’t utterly dreadful and so filled with hopelessness!

The news we are to convey is ultimately GOOD NEWS—it is the gospel of the Kingdom of God! This is what Jesus proclaimed. It is the only true hope set before mankind, and it will happen! To be able to know the Truth of how God the Father will establish peace through sending His Son to this world removes the focus for all the bad news we now face.

As bad as things are now in the news, worse times lie immediately ahead—something we already know, because God has revealed this to us. And we, like Jesus did, must continue to look beyond, to that joy which is set before us—in the Kingdom of God (compare Hebrews 12:2).

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