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“How to Find the True Church of God,” our newest booklet, has been sent to graphic designer Shelly Bruno in preparation for printing. We anticipate having this booklet ready for distribution to attendees during the Feast of Tabernacles. The mailing of the booklet to our subscribers will occur after the Feast.

A Tech Team meeting was conducted last Sunday morning via SKYPE. Hosted by Eric Rank, various tasks associated with foreign language postings, website presentation of StandingWatch programs along with sermons and sermonettes and equipment needs for Sabbath services and the Feast were among topics presented.

“Nuclear War Between North Korea and the USA?” is the newest StandingWatch program, presented by Evangelist Norbert Link. Here is a summary:

Many feel that the most recent economic sanctions by the UN Security Council will not halt North Korea’s nuclear power program. But what can America do, short of a military strike, which would be a devastating move? Is it possible that North Korea could attack American territory, like Guam, and American cities?  Does the Bible give us any hints?

“Nuklearkrieg zwischen Nordkorea und Amerika?” is the German AufPostenStehen program, covering the same topic.

“Die ganze Welt ist schuldig vor Gott,” is the title of this Sabbath’s new German sermon, presented by Norbert Link. Title in English: “All the World is Guilty Before God.”

“Christ’s Praise and Rebuke,” the sermonette presented last Sabbath by Norbert Link, is now posted. Here is a summary:

In Revelation 2 and 3, Christ addresses seven local churches, seven Church eras, and every Christian throughout the ages. What are some of Christ’s statements of rebuke, praise and admonition which speak to us individually, and which all of us should take to heart?

“True Freedom,” the sermon presented last Sabbath by Michael Link, is now posted. Here is a summary:

The Declaration of Independence written 241 years ago contained some familiar information that has been remembered throughout the years as a symbol of freedom. Interestingly enough, the Bible shares some similarities that the Declaration touches upon, such as liberty, happiness, slavery, and divine protection. What does the Bible have to say about these very issues and what does it take to become truly free in God’s eyes?

Here are the dates for the 2017 Fall Holy Days:

Feast of Trumpets—September 21
Day of Atonement—September 30
Feast of Tabernacles—October 5-11
Last Great Day—October 12

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Norbert and Johanna Link, along with Margaret Adair, have safely returned home after traveling to visit brethren in Oregon, British Columbia and Colorado. We are very grateful for this time together—especially, since they will travel to Germany for the Feast of Tabernacles.

Here are the dates for the 2017 Fall Holy Days:

Feast of Trumpets—September 21
Day of Atonement—September 30
Feast of Tabernacles—October 5-11
Last Great Day—October 12

“Obeying Trump to Launch Nuclear Strike?” is the newest StandingWatch program, presented by Evangelist Norbert Link. Here is a summary:

Adm. Scott Swift, the U.S. Pacific Fleet commander, said he would launch a nuclear attack against  a foreign country, if ordered by President Trump, stating that every member of the US military has sworn an oath to obey the Commander in Chief. This is the same reasoning which was employed by German officers for obeying Adolf Hitler. What is wrong with this rationale in the eyes of God and the Bible? Can a true Christian be a nationalist, defending his country, “whether right or wrong,” and fighting in his country’s wars?

“Der Baum der Erkenntnis des Guten und Bösen” is the title of this Sabbath’s German sermon, presented by Norbert Link. Title in English: “The Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil.”

“Are You an Overcomer?” the sermonette presented last Sabbath by Dave Harris, is now posted. Here is a summary:

We must continue to overcome and to advance as we make progress in Christian living. This is a life-long battle—nothing short of a personal “world war”!

“What Does the Bible Say About Smoking?” the sermon presented last Sabbath by Norbert Link, is now posted. Here is a summary:

Why do people smoke? Do they do it because they love God, their neighbor or themselves? Or do people smoke to satisfy their selfish passions and desires? Is smoking sin? Is a Christian free to smoke? Does the Bible condemn smoking in no uncertain terms? How can one overcome their addiction to tobacco, mind-altering drugs and pot?

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Norbert and Johanna Link, along with Margaret Adair, are traveling to visit some of the brethren. This coming weekend, they will be in Fort Collins, Colorado.

“Was Sagt die Bibel über Rauchen und ‘Kiffen?‘ (Teil 2),” is the title of this Sabbath’s German sermon, presented by Norbert Link.  Title in English: “What Does the Bible Say about Smoking and Pot?” (Part 2).

“A Willing Attitude is a Winning Attitude,” the sermonette presented last Sabbath by Joe Bourque, is now posted.

“Alcoholism in the Bible,” the sermon presented last Sabbath by Norbert Link, is now posted. Here is a summary:

What does the Bible say about alcoholism and alcohol addiction? Do we understand the physical and spiritual dangers which could prevent us from entering the Kingdom of God? Are there any particular admonitions and prohibitions for those in religious and political authority, ministers and church members? Are you addicted to alcohol? How much may be too much?

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Norbert and Johanna Link, along with Margaret Adair, are traveling to visit some of the brethren. During this time Mr. Link will present the sermon on July 22, 2017, in Woodburn, Oregon, and in Fort Collins, Colorado, on July 29, 2017.

A new Member Letter (July 2017) has been written and mailed to our subscribers. In this letter, Norbert Link writes about the distinction between patriotism and nationalism and the implications for Christians.

“Is Russia a Threat to the West?” is the title of a new StandingWatch program, presented by Evangelist Norbert Link. Here is a summary:

The answer to this question is an unequivocal “Yes.” We address some of the many frightening Russian activities, both internationally and domestically. Russia, under Vladimir Putin and the Russian Orthodox Church, is a military and religious dictatorship. In this program, we are especially focusing on Syria, the Mediterranean, Ukraine, North Korea and Russia’s ongoing persecution of the Jehovah’s Witnesses, and show how the world is speeding towards nuclear World War III.

“Was Sagt die Bibel über Rauchen und “Kiffen?” (Teil 1),” is the title of this Sabbath’s new German sermon, presented by Norbert Link. Title in English: “What Does the Bible Say about Smoking and Pot?” (Part 1).

“Edify,” the sermonette presented last Sabbath by Eric Rank, is now posted. Here is a summary:

Building enough strength to endure the trials in this world takes more work than any person can handle alone. The job of a Christian involves actively encouraging and building up one another so that we all can succeed.

“A Pattern That Binds,” the sermon presented last Sabbath by Robb Harris, is now posted. Here is a summary:

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Norbert and Johanna Link, along with Margaret Adair, will begin traveling next week to visit some of the brethren. During this time Mr. Link will present the sermon on July 22, 2017, in Woodburn, Oregon, and in Fort Collins, Colorado, on July 29, 2017.

“The Man of Sin in the Temple of God,” is the newest StandingWatch program, presented by Evangelist Norbert Link. Here is a summary:

Jews will build a Third Temple on the Temple Mount, and this will cause unparalleled turmoil in the Middle East. Already today, Muslims are asked to “save” parts of the Temple Mount by building on the site, and Israel is charged with plans to build a synagogue and to open the “Gate of Mercy” on the eastern side of the Temple Mount. Expectations for the arrival of a red heifer in 2018 are high, which orthodox Jews maintain is necessary to purify the area and permit animal sacrifices and the building of a Temple. The world is already condemning Israel for its occupation of the West Bank, including Hebron, and it cannot rely on any help from the USA. Soon, European armies will occupy Israel, and the man of sin will sit in the Third Temple in Jerusalem, claiming to be God.

“Alkoholmissbrauch in der Bibel,” is the title of this Sabbath’s German sermon, presented by Norbert Link. Title in English: ” Alcohol Abuse in the Bible”

“Stranded on a Limb,” the sermonette presented last Sabbath by Robb Harris, is now posted.

“Does Your Life Matter?” the sermon presented last Sabbath by Dave Harris, is now posted. Here is a summary:

With the unspeakable atrocities of war, persecution, slavery and abuse by those who have power over others, human life doesn’t seem to matter very much. That, however, is not the case. The life of every man, woman and child matters to God! The truth and certainty of this fact is revealed in the Word of God, and it is something we must understand!

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Our new booklet, “How to Find the True Church of God,” has entered the second review cycle.

“Sacrificial System,” is the title of a new Global Trailer, presented by Pastor Brian Gale. Here is a summary:

Be prepared now, for an astonishing journey through the pages of history, as well as the prophecies that point to events that are yet to be fulfilled, and you will begin to see the bigger picture of how the sacrificial system and the tabernacle in the wilderness are very relevant in YOUR life today!

“Das Europa der gierigen Bären, bissigen Wölfe und giftigen Schlangen,” is the title of this Sabbath’s new German sermon, presented by Norbert Link. This is based on this week’s Q&A. Title in English: “The Europe of Devouring Bears, Savage Wolves and Poisonous Snakes.”

“Be Like Minded,” the sermonette presented last Sabbath by Kalon Mitchell, is now posted. Here is a summary:

How can we all become like-minded? We all want our own way at times. We all seek what is best for ourselves. This is human nature. But is that what God intended? How can we make sure that we are each being like-minded with each other, as well as with God and Christ? Is such a thing even humanly possible?

“Lot in Sodom,” the sermon presented last Sabbath by Norbert Link, is now posted. Here is a summary:

Jesus warned us that the time of His Second Coming could be compared with the days of Lot and the conditions in Sodom. Was Lot a righteous man? Why did he live in Sodom? Why was Sodom destroyed?  Was it only because of homosexual conduct? Are there archeological proofs outside the Bible showing us that Sodom was indeed destroyed? Why did Lot’s daughters commit incest with their father? What can we learn from Lot’s life?

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“Limited Version of Trump’s Muslim Travel Ban Takes Effect” is the title of a new StandingWatch program, presented by Evangelist Norbert Link. Here is a summary:

With the controversial decision on the revised travel ban, the United States Supreme Court has set the stage for much more drastic and troublesome events to follow. What exactly is permitted and prohibited regarding tourists, business people, family members and refugees? Will citizens from European nations be affected in the future? The Bible shows us that TERRIBLE times of hostility are just around the corner.

“Europas blitzschneller Adler,” is the title of this Sabbath’s German sermon, presented by Norbert Link. This is based on this week’s Q&A. Title in English: “Europe’s Blazing-Fast Eagle”.

“Miracles Do Happen,” the sermonette presented last Sabbath by Michael Link, is now posted. Here is a summary:

Have we experienced or even witnessed some kind of miracle in our lives?  The Bible has several examples of miracles that have been performed.  What can we learn from these?

“Prove Everything… But How Exactly?” the sermon presented last Sabbath by Norbert Link, is now posted. Here is a summary:

The Bible tells us that we are to prove everything and hold fast what is good. What does this mean? Do we have to convince ourselves of the Truth and make it part of our being? What consequences does this have for our conduct towards others? Does one have to be appointed by God to be a teacher of the Truth? Are God’s ministers necessary so that one can even come to and understand the Truth? How do you know whether someone is a true or a false minister? Are we admonished not to argue with others about the Truth? Why can discussions about God’s Word be very dangerous?

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“HOW TO FIND THE TRUE CHURCH OF GOD,” is the title of our NEWEST BOOKLET. It has entered the first review stage.

A SKYPE meeting was conducted by the ministry on Sunday morning, June 17, 2017. Of special note was discussion for making our first Russian booklet—a translation of “The Keys to Happy Marriages and Families”—available on all of our websites.

“False End Time Predictions for 2017,” is the title of a new StandingWatch program, presented by Evangelist Norbert Link. Here is a summary:

Some predict that the end of the world will occur on August 21 or September 23 of 2017, based on a solar eclipse and a heavenly image which supposedly mirrors a description of the woman in Revelation 12.  Is there any credibility to this idea? What does Christ tell us about the end of the world, and especially about the great tribulation and the heavenly signs? How do His statements correspond with current news events and developments?

“Kein Weltuntergang in 2017,” is the title of a new AufPostenStehen program which is presented by Norbert Link in German. This presentation parallels the StandingWatch program described above. The title in English: “No End of the World in 2017.”

“Europa… ein grausamer Löwe,” is the title of this Sabbath’s new German sermon by Norbert Link. The German sermon is based on the Q&A from this week on biblical metaphors of animals of Babylon. Title in English “Europe … a  fierce  Lion.”

“Something to Keep,” the sermonette presented last Sabbath by Dave Harris, is now posted. Here is a summary:

Despite tremendous material success in life, in the end, everything is left behind. Yet, there are those who are able to keep something from this life, and that is because of their relationship with God.

“Ways of Knowing,” the sermon presented last Sabbath by Eric Rank, is now posted. Here is a summary:

Christians are obligated to continually learn and grow in the knowledge of the Truth. What is the right way to develop that knowledge? What are the ways of learning that are ineffective and need to be avoided? Unless we learn how to build our knowledge of the Truth in the right way, we are doomed to be ignorant.

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A new Member Letter (June 2017) has been written and sent out to our subscribers. In this letter Dave Harris focuses on the Work of God and our role in the end-time commission given to the Church of God.

“Why Britain’s Election Debacle?” is the title of a new StandingWatch program, presented by Evangelist Norbert Link. Here is a summary:

Theresa May’s call for early elections has backfired and left her and Great Britian in a deeply vulnerable position in the light of Brexit negotiations which are supposed to start very soon. Her miscalculations followed David Cameron’s gamble which equally went wrong. Why is all of this happening? Are there spiritual reasons which go far beyond human explanations?

“Prüfet aber alles–doch wie genau?,” is the title of this Sabbath’s new German Sermon by Norbert Link. Title in English: “Prove all Things… But How Exactly?”

“Safety,” the sermonette presented last Sabbath by Eric Rank, is now posted. Here is a summary:

How do we plan for safety in the threat of imminent danger? What are the things that we try to protect? If we seek true safety, we must learn where to find it while avoiding the trap of false security.

“The Thessalonian Struggle,” the sermon presented last Sabbath by Robb Harris, is now posted. Here is a summary:

The building of the Thessalonian church exemplifies Christian character and a “first love” attitude. But that initial desire to follow Christian ideals turned lackluster in the latter examples of this church. We can easily fall into the same idle attitude if we don’t take Paul’s warnings to heart.

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“Trump Angers Israel–No Move of US Embassy to Jerusalem,” is the title of a new StandingWatch program, presented by Evangelist Norbert Link. Here is a summary:

Donald Trump’s signing of a waiver that delays, if not prevents, the move of the US embassy to Jerusalem, and that in violation of his clear promise, has upset and angered Israelis and Evangelicals alike. It shows again the major disagreement and sharp differences between Israel and the USA. In addition, another political and highly controversial player, Turkey under dictator Erdogan, is trying to get control over the Temple Mount and eastern Jerusalem. Watch the special video at the end of this program.

“Is Evolution an Insult to Your Intelligence?” is the title of a new StandingWatch program, presented by Evangelist Norbert Link. Here is a summary:

It’s a provocative question, because many believe in Evolution, without ever having looked into the evidence. But do you really believe that you are the evolutionary product of a mollusk, as Charles Darwin stated, or the descendent of crabs, spiders, squids, cuttlefish, slugs and snails, as a new seven yearlong study claims? If you strongly disagree with such silly nonsense, what then is the alternative? Watch the special video at the end of this program.

A new Global Trailer, titled “Heaven and Earth,” has been produced by Pastor Brian Gale.

“Trump gegen Merkel und Europas Zukunft,” is the title of a NEW AufPostenStehen program, presented by Norbert Link. This new APS program talks about the recent events regarding Trump and Merkel, etc., and includes the German Ad video on the German booklet on Europe in Prophecy. Title in English: Trump vs. Merkel and Europe’s future.

“Volkszählung und Tod–Missverständnisse über König David (Teil 6),” is the title of the new German sermon for this Sabbath. This is Part 6 of the series on David and concludes the series. Title in English: “Absalom–Misunderstandings about King David, Part 5.”

“An Aberration,” is the title of the morning sermonette on Pentecost, present by Robb Harris.

“The Promise of Pentecost,” the morning sermon presented on Pentecost by Dave Harris, is now posted. Here is a summary:

Before Abraham, before Adam and Eve—before time began, God made a promise. The promise was eternal life for His children, and Pentecost points to the fulfillment of this promise for those who believe and have the faith of Jesus Christ.

“Vessels of God,” the Offertory presented in the afternoon on Pentecost by Kalon Mitchell, is now posted. Here is a summary:

Many times the Bible mentions vessels or cups in both physical and spiritual realms. The Bible enjoins us to become vessels worthy of being used by God. What can we learn by looking at what God instructs us the use of these cups?

“How Is God’s Holy Spirit ONE Spirit?” the sermon presented in the afternoon on Pentecost by Norbert Link, is now posted. Here is a summary:

On the annual Feast Day of Pentecost, God gave His Holy Spirit to the New Testament Church. The Bible tells us that God’s Holy Spirit dwells in a true Christian, leading and motivating him or her. But what does this mean? Does only the Father have Holy Spirit, emanating from Him? Or does Jesus Christ have Holy Spirit as well, flowing out of Him? If so, which Holy Spirit dwells in a true Christian? The Holy Spirit of the Father, the Holy Spirit of Christ, or both? Who gives the Holy Spirit to a Christian? The Father, the Son, or both? And if it is true that a true Christian has received the Spirit of the Father and the Spirit of Christ, how can the Holy Spirit be ONE Spirit?

“Strangers in the Night,” the sermonette presented last Sabbath by Norbert Link, is now posted. Here is a summary:

According to the Bible, true Christians are strangers and pilgrims in the darkness of this world. But while they are in the world, they are not to be of this world and of the night. Rather, they are to be lights shining in the darkness. What practical consequence should that have for us?

“Longsuffering for Righteousness Sake,” the sermon presented last Sabbath by Michael Link, is now posted. Here is a summary:

Why do we suffer? Is it necessary for our eternal salvation? God has long-suffering for us just as we do for Him as we eagerly wait for Christ’s return. How do we live a life pleasing God and what does He promise us in return?