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(Copyright 03-29-2025) by Obed Mambwe (Kawambwa, Zambia) I’m Mambwe obed hold a copy of Bible and wearing a white jacket.Another picture: is our believers there in Kawambwa home church. This Sabbath today. Thank you! Mambwe obed Response:Thank you for sharing these pictures with us. Please remember that after July 1, 2025, we will no longer print anything that is less than 50 words. Laura Lee

Impeach Judges Who Use “Due Process” to License Crimes in Process!

(Copyright 03-29-2025) by Richard Frates (Easly, South Carolina) “due process” license crimes in process! Impeach the Judges Due Process: Concept ensure fair treatment when the government seeks to deprive individuals of life, liberty, or property.” government democratic party judges did just that with no “due process.” They deprived January 6 Americans of “life, liberty and property” because they were republicans. In the dark minds of media-devils and democratic party judges – only democrats are free to demonstrate! And when democrats riot Media-Devils applaud. “Due process concepts were devised by historical figures such as King John of England. and the drafters of the […]

Passover: Atonement For Sin

(Copyright 03-29-2025) by Richard Frates (Easly, South Carolina) Christian and Jews – Final Passover” that welcomes all: Matthew 4:17 “Repent for the kingdom is near.” Believe God’s Love: The Son of God Crucified paid your debt of sin. This year Passover April 12,2025 – is the memorial of our Lords death: Christ Jesus Crucified the final and real Passover – Salvation from sin and death. Exodus 12: 1-16 – Verse 13 – “The blood will be a sign for you on your houses where you are; and when I see the blood, I will Pass Over You.” When God’s Judgment fell […]

Requesting

(Copyright 03-29-2025) by William P. Goff (Tuckerton, New Jersey) Greetings Brethren, Below is a letter composed by our orphan James. He has recently graduated from High School (and with good grades.) He is looking for help to fulfill his dream of becoming a nurse. Thank You,Bill Goff “I hope this message finds you well. My name is James, and I am from Kenya, currently residing at Sengera Orphanage, where I have lived for the past nine years. Throughout this time, I have been under the care and support of Kenya Hands of Hope, led by Mr. Bill. Kenya Hands of Hope has been immensely […]

Appreciation and Recommendations

(Copyright 03-29-2025) by Rebecca Wise (East Bend, North Carolina) First of all, great job on both the old and new websites. They’re easy to navigate, either by searching for keywords or by clicking on authors. The parrot photo for the old, and the sheep photo for the new, are a nice touch. Also, the editors’ corrections were appropriate (and gracious) regarding the Passover confusion. Your follow-up was also scripturally based. We definitely want to avoid error and base our understanding on corrected mistranslations of the Bible rather than the thoughts or traditions of men (often based on bias, misunderstanding or personal […]

Receipt for Purchased Bibles

(Copyright 03-30-2025) by Obed Mambwe (Kawambwa, Zambia) Dear brethren in the Most Highest God thank you for funds that we have received $50 and we purchased 5 copies Bibles in our local languages by $9 each and 1 diary book $5 for my personal use for write some issues in our home church and etc. We praise God for His wonderful works through The New church of God messenger. Our home church here are very much appreciated to purchased Bibles this morning. After receiving funds I went to purchased Bibles without delay. See receipt as well. Additional by this, we […]

Three Aspects of Love in Your Marriage

(Copyright 2022) by Zac Poonen (Bangalore, India) 1. Love expresses appreciation:There is a whole book on married love that God has included in the Bible – the Song of Solomon. Consider what the husband says to his wife here in Song of Solomon (from various verses in the Message Bible): “You’re beautiful, my dear love, from head to toe – beautiful beyond compare and absolutely flawless. You’re as lovely as the ravishing visions of my ecstasy. Your voice is soothing, and your face is ravishing. Your beauty, within and without, is absolute, my dear friend. You’re a paradise.” “You’ve captured […]

The Zacchaeus Principle

(Copyright 03-22-2025) by Gary C. Miller (Pocahontas, Arkansas) What was Zacchaeus’ little-known secret that made him rich? WHO WAS THIS MAN?Zacchaeus was not just that “wee little man in a sycamore tree.” He was the highest-ranking publican(Lk. 19:2) collecting revenue for the Roman government. Publicans had bad reputations (often overcharged; Lk. 3:13). But Zacchaeus was different. WHAT WAS HIS SECRET OF RICHES?Regardless of present circumstances; difficult financial situation, education, training, talent, pedigree, or past failures, Zacchaeus’ secret to riches can be applied by virtually anyone, anywhere, most any time! FREE YOURSELF FROM FINANCIAL “PRISON”THE KEY IS IN YOUR HAND!His method had […]

Why Do We Keep the Passover?

(Copyright 03-22-2025) by Rod Reynolds (Wentzville, Missouri) It’s widely acknowledged among Biblical scholars and historians that Jesus and the early Apostles kept the Passover — as the historical and Biblical evidence clearly shows. Is there any reason for Christians to keep the Passover today? YES! Find out why! Unless otherwise noted Scripture taken from the New King James VersionTM Copyright © 1982 by Thomas Nelson, Inc. Used by permission. This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License. Sermon Link: Why Do We Keep the Passover? | COGMessenger ————————————————————————————-Reprinted with permission from: Messenger Church of Godhttps://www.cogmessenger.org/————————————————————————————-

Date for Pentecost in 2025

(Copyright 03-22-2025) by Keith Slough (Kannapolis, North Carolina) I noticed a typo in your Holyday dates at the end of the page. The Day of Pentecost is JUNE 8th. Someone wrote June 2nd — so I thought I would bring this to your attention so you can correct it. I’m an independent COG minister in North Carolina — AC graduate in Pasadena Editor’s Note:My education comes directly from God and Christ through their Holy Scriptures (the Bible) and the Holy Spirit that was granted to me at Baptism. I am glad we got those credentials out of the way. June 2, 2025, […]

The WOW Factor

(Copyright 03-24-2025) by Darwin Lee (Bismarck, North Dakota) No doubt everyone has used the word “wow” in expressing some excitement in something they have never seen or heard before. I know I have; I lost count of them back when I was four or five years old. Like when I first saw in person or in a photo an exotic bird. Wow! Or when I first heard the story of God parting the waters of Red Sea. Wow! Just where am I going with this one might ask? A word used often; many can relate to. At least I can as […]

‘The apostle Paul walks into a bar’ (an oldie but goodie)

(Copyright 03-24-2025) by Curtis Dahlgren (Stephenson, Michigan) THREE DAYS before Christmas, I walked into a bar. I looked around, but no one was there, though the Packers were playing to a full house. After awhile a bartender appeared, all bubbly and bright, and I ordered a beer. As she popped the top, a stranger came in, dusting off snow, kind of nondescript. He had nary a smile, and for some reason he seemed older than he looked (though I’m not too good at judging the cover of a book). I SAID “HOWDY” and he said “Shalom, or, that is to say, […]

Does Geology Really Disagree with the Bible?

(Copyright 03-24-2025) by David Rives (Lewisburg, Tennessee) Galileo famously stated that the Bible teaches “how to go to heaven, not how the heavens go,” which highlights the idea that the bible is not an exhaustive record of how God uses physics. But some have taken it too far, using this idea to support a long-standing belief that faith and science are fundamentally opposed. This perspective is increasingly being challenged and has been by the brightest minds in science for years. Today, a growing body of evidence suggests that Biblical scripture can offer valuable insights into various scientific fields, particularly geology. While the Bible […]

What Does ‘Examine Yourselves’ Mean?

(Copyright 03-26-2025) by Staff (Charlotte, North Carolina) “Examine yourselves as to whether you are in the faith.” —II Corinthians 13:5 From time to time, it is desirable to examine or prove ourselves to know we align with God’s mind and will. We check ourselves, as it were, to ensure that we are walking worthy of our calling. Passover is only a short time away. As Christians, we need to consider the self-examination process God’s Word says we should be undergoing as the spring festivals approach. The apostle Paul writes in I Corinthians 11:28-30: But let a man examine himself and so let him eat of the bread and drink of […]

Need Bibles!

(Copyright 03-27-2025) by Kasuba Manad (Unknown) Dearest Saints of our Lord Jesus Christ, Sister LAURA,Warmest Christian greetings to each one of you all, your beloved families and all the dear brethren at your Church in the Precious Name of our Lord Jesus Christ! Myself, my beloved families, the Orphans under my care and all the dear brethren at our Church we greet each one of you with so much Christian love! How are you and your beloved families? It has been a long time since I last heard from you. I am here humbly requesting you in the Precious Name of […]

The Golden Age of America?

(Copyright 03-27-2025) by James Steinle (Swanville, Minnesota) MIGHT BE VERY USEFUL TO WATCH THIS…https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YKfoECigaPo 23:33 Min. It covers pride and the results of pride, for the last days of this age (if you understand what I mean). A well put-together report/study/sermon. If he is right…and he seems to be..

Guard Your Lips

(Copyright 2010) by Jamie McNab (England) Today I want to return to a topic that I have spoken on at least a couple of times before over the last five or ten years. This is a very important topic; but also, one which is very practical, because it affects our conduct throughout our waking hours. I want to look again at our words – how we use our tongues. Do we use them for good or bad, for blessing or cursing, for life or death? Because, if we do not learn to use our words properly – in the way that […]

Only 14 Percent

(Copyright 03-15-2025) by Gary C. Miller (Pocahontas, Arkansas) SERMON-ON-THE MOUNT IS 111 VERSES LONG COVERING 3 CHAPTERS. ONLY 16 VERSES ARE COMMONLY QUOTED (14 percent)! WHAT ABOUT THE OTHER 95? HERE ARE COMMON AND NOT-S0-COMMON QUOTES, COMMON QUOTES:BLESSINGS TO HIS DISCIPLES: Matthew Chapter Five “Blessed are the Poor in Spirit: for theirs is the Kingdom of Heaven.” (5:3) “Blessed are the Merciful: for they shall obtain Mercy.” (5:7) “Blessed are the Pure in Heart: for they shall See Yahweh [“God”; KJV].” (5:8) “Blessed are the Peacemakers:…shall be called the People of Yahweh.” (5:9) “Let your Light so Shine before men, that they may See your Good […]

Fulfilled Prophecy a Proof of God and the Bible

(Copyright 03-16-2025) by Rod Reynolds (Wentzville, Missouri) How do we really know God exists? How do we really know that God answers prayers and keeps his word? How do we really know even what his word is? Many people, in reality the vast majority, live their lives with little or no knowledge of or regard for the true God. There are many who scoff at the idea that God actually intervenes in a decisive way in the affairs of men and nations (2 Peter 3:3-4). Fulfilled prophecy is one of the primary proofs not only that God exists, but of his identity […]

Coming Mideast War

(Copyright 03-17-2025) by Dwight Fleming (Oroville, California) The Gaza conflict is turning into a volatile powder keg which may sooner than later explode into a major regional war. Egypt flat out rejected President Trump’s proposal to move Palestinians out of Gaza and resettle them in Egypt and Jordan. An Arab Summit on Gaza was held on March 4, 2025, in Cairo, Egypt. President Trump’s “Gaza Riviera” proposal was rejected and Egypt’s reconstruction plan for Gaza was adopted by the attending Arab states including Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. Key element of the Egyptian Plan is to allow the Palestinians […]

Love God

(Copyright 03-17-2025) by Rod Reynolds (Wentzville, Missouri) Jesus was asked the question, “Teacher, which is the great commandment in the law?” (Matthew 22:36). Jesus answer, as recorded in Matthew 22:37-38, was, “’You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind.’ This is the first and great commandment.” We see then that the first and greatest requirement for a Christian is that we love God. And not just that we love God, but that we love him totally, with all our heart, mind and being. This means that we must love God […]

Speech-Crimes, Shut Your Mouth, Trump and Elon:

(Copyright 03-17-2025) by Richard Frates (Easly, South Carolina) SPEECH-CRIMES, Shut Your Mouth, Trump and Elon: And America! Bellows England, France, and Germany! Genesis 1:4 – God called “Light Good” and “Separated Light from Darkness” Free Speech will do the same. The threat from Europe’s ICC court tyrants – to arrest Trump and Elon Musk for allowing and practicing “Freedom of Speech” is diabolical. An attempt to enslave nations: The “Beast” Slave-Master of your mind: ICC Arrogant Bastards Assume, WORLDWIDE AUTHORITY over all nations: to dictate “good and evil” innocent or guilty! In France, England, and Germany, speaking truth is against the law: If […]

Adam and Eve Really Did Exist

(Copyright 03-17-2025) by David Rives (Lewisburg, Tennessee) Here is a recent headline in the Daily Mail: “Scientists reveal all the evidence Adam and Eve really did exist.” Now, as you can imagine, the article lacks a lot of substance or detail on who these people were… but the idea is simply that there is genetic proof that we do actually have a common ancestor. That is a good start. Reporters consistently come to the conclusion that evidence for some of the biblical accounts are being discovered but still fall short. You’ve heard me talk about Darwin’s Darkest Lie (which is that we came […]

Happy to Meet You!

(Copyright 03-18-2025) by Nicholas (Kenya) Hello, I am pastor Nicholas from Kenya. I have gone through your website, and I am happy to say that we share a lot. I am requesting to be a mentee of your Church specifically to learn more about Christ. This would assist My ministry positively here in Kenya. Looking forward to hear from you.Shalom. Response:We are happy to hear from you and we hope that our newsletter helps you in some way. Laura Lee

The US and EU Alliance is Dead

(Copyright 03-19-2025) by James Steinle (Swanville, Minnesota) https://discernreport.com/europe-goes-full-totalitarian-and-puts-the-entire-western-world-at-risk/ “Europe Goes Full Totalitarian and Puts the Entire Western World at Risk”“by Brandon Smith, March 19, 2025, in Opinions “ A very well thought out examination and analysis of a major on-going socialist movement by leaders of Europe that has the goal of “We WILL rule over you!”; and the leaders are afraid of their people going the same way the U.S. has. The spiritual war between the adversary of Satan the devil (the god of this world – 2 Corinthians 4:4) and his dominion against Heaven’s intent of ‘the way’ that produces peace on […]

How Long Until America Experiences a Second Civil War?

(Copyright) by Richard Markland (London, Ohio) It’s more than obvious that the United States is divided, yet far too many people are not willing to admit how dangerous the American condition is. Why is it that Americans are pitted against one another on numerous issues, yet there is an attitude that somehow such a reckless disregard for one another can continue without serious consequences? Differences are so serious that the country will collapse if people don’t wake up before it’s too late. America is living on borrowed time, and a complete change in individual and collective attitudes must take place if […]

Freedom Fighters

(Copyright 03-09-2025) by Dwight Fleming (Oroville, California) I’ve heard the music, “Freedom Fighters,” by Two Steps From Hell before with other videos. But this particular video outdoes them all. You may recognize the music from a later Star Trek movie with Chris Pine. However, this video put out by “Seven7Lives” is so rich in symbolism. The white blindfold put on the woman to be shot turns blood red. It then becomes a symbol of freedom. There is much symbolism of historical oppression, such as that which occurred during the Nazi era and some allusions to oppression taking place today by terrorists. Notice […]

Spiritual Significance of Washings and Sacrifices

(Copyright 03-09-2025) by Rod Reynolds (Wentzville, Missouri) We are told in Scripture that the “law,” which often in the New Testament refers to not just a law code but to the Old Covenant system, “was our tutor to bring us unto Christ” (Galatians 3:24, NKJV). In the King James Version is “schoolmaster” in place of tutor. The Greek word is “paidagōgós,” and the role includes not only instruction, but “guardianship,” both training of and constant attendance to the conduct and safety of a child. As Paul goes on to point out, those who are faithful to Christ are no longer under […]

Donor Letter – March 9, 2025

(Copyright 03-09-2025) by William P. Goff (Tuckerton, New Jersey) Greetings Brethren,First, let us thank our Heavenly Father for creating us. Yes, let us thank Him for giving us a chance to learn of Him and all of His wonderful ways. He gives us physical life so we can learn and see by experience how wonderful His ways are, and how evil the ways of this world can be. Second: let us pray and ask Him to give us the power that it takes to come out of this untoward world (Scripturally known as Babylon) in which we live. And that Brethren […]

Our Brethren Continue to Die of Starvation

(Copyright 03-10-2025) by William P. Goff (Tuckerton, New Jersey) The Donor letter dated March 9, 2025, is now posted at: https://khofh.com/donor-letter-march-9-2025/ Our Brethren continue to die from starvation. I revised the last paragraph in that letter to say the following: “I just received word from Dauglas, it’s very sad news. Another orphan, Brian from the Getionko congregation has now died from starvation. And a few widows are too weak to get out of bed, they too are starving to death. God Help Us. The need is great over there; we need to make others aware of the suffering. If others only knew of […]

Darwin’s Darkest Lie

(Copyright 03-10-2025) by David Rives (Lewisburg, Tennessee) Let’s talk about Darwin’s darkest lie. “Degraded views of humanity–particularly in denying that the human being is made in the image of God–inevitably [lead to] human misery.” This quote, from David Casas of Luther Rice University, points us to some of the darkest events in modern history. Since Charles Darwin penned his influential works, the world has experienced tragedies that are beyond words. First, Communism and Marxism. Darwinism and Marxism are philosophically joined at the hip, and according to The Black Book of Communism, it is Marxism and Communism that have led to over 100 million deaths […]

Moses’ Sin at Kadesh

(Copyright 03-12-2025) by Mike Ford (Oxford, Georgia) How often have you wanted God to speak directly to you and tell you His will? Most Christians have likely wished this at certain times. Would it not be great, we think, if God would just send us an e-mail, call us, or simply respond out loud to us as we pray? What if He did? What if God spoke to us and told us what to do? And what if, after telling us what to do, we failed to do it? This very thing happened to Moses. The story is recorded in Numbers 20, which we […]

Greatest quotations by the greatest liberals (of all time?)

(Copyright 03-12-2025) by Curtis Dahlgren (Stephenson, Michigan) “Sometimes I think the world is going crazy. The rest of the time I KNOW it.” – BT magazine CHOOSING THE BEST NIHILIST QUOTATIONS OF ALL TIME ISN’T EASY, but here goes nothing: “The era of big government is over.” – Wm. Jefferson Blythe Clinton “No more deficits; no more debt.” – Nancy Pelosi (2006?) “We have beaten the business cycle.” – WJBC “We have to pass it so we can find out what’s in it.” – Nancy Pelosi (2009) “Fox News is worse than al Qaeda. It’s as dangerous as the Ku Klux Klan.” – Keith Olbermann “This is […]

Where Was the Passover Sacrificed?

(Copyright 03-13-2025) by Rod Reynolds (Wentzville, Missouri) Was the Temple in Jerusalem the only Jewish temple in ancient times? Was it acceptable to sacrifice the Passover lambs just anywhere? Was the Passover a “home sacrifice,” as some contend? Correct answers to these questions can help us have a more complete understanding of the history of the Passover institution and how it was administered under the Old Covenant. The Temple in SamariaDuring the latter days of Solomon’s reign, the kingdom of Israel was led into idolatry, as Solomon built “high places” (places of worship) for foreign gods of his wives, and his […]

Please Pray for Menley

(Copyright 04-09-2025) by William P. Goff (Tuckerton, New Jersey) Greetings Brethren, Menley Machoma needs our prayers right now. Menley is one of our Sengera House orphans who came to us quite a number of years ago, along with his sister Jemima. Menley graduated High School with good grades, and with the help of a few brethren who sponsor him, he has been attending University to become a pilot and is about half way through the course. But a few years back when he was in High School, he helped one of his school mates and his Grandfather with some food and medication. […]

The Prayers of George Washington

(Copyright 2022) by Eddie Hyatt (Grapevine, Texas) As he was preparing to leave home as a young soldier, George Washington’s mother, Mary Ball Washington, exhorted him, “Remember that God is our only sure trust.” She also urged him, “My son, neglect not the duty of secret prayer” (Hyatt, 1726: The Year that Defined America, 131). The evidence is overwhelming that Washington remembered and carried out his mother’s exhortations. It is obvious that prayer played a prominent role in his life and in the birthing of the United States of America. Prayer As a Young ManIn April of 1891, several of Washington’s descendants, […]

Donor Letter March 1, 2025

(Copyright 03-01-2025) by William P. Goff (Tuckerton, New Jersey) Greetings Brethren, The March 1, 2025 Donor Letter is now posted at: https://khofh.com/donor-letter-march-1-2025/ Thank You.Bill Goff Website: https://khofh.com/E-mail: [email protected]: https://khofh.com/support-us/ Kenya Hands of Hope, a 5013c charity founded in 2006 by William P. GoffWebsite: KHOFH – Kenya Hands of Hope Send Donations to:Kenya Hands of Hope, 334 E. Main Street, Bldg. B Unit A-3, Tuckerton, NJ 08087PayPal Donations: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=GYQKRX264EMNW Please consider donating monthly by PayPal or e-checks scheduled through your bank. For More Information:Phone: (843) 447-0140Email: [email protected] ————————————————————————————Reprinted with permission from: A Voice in the Wildernesshttps://khofh.org/ ————————————————————————————

Covenant Promise and Prophecy

(Copyright 03-02-2025) by Rod Reynolds (Wentzville, Missouri) God made promises to Abraham, Isaac and Jacob concerning their descendants. These promises included physical blessings to specific peoples, or nations, and to the entire world. And the fulfillment of many of the prophecies concerning these nations was to occur at the “end time,” that is, near the time in which we are living now. Understanding how these promises have been, are being, and will continue to be fulfilled is an important key to understanding Bible prophecy. The fulfillment of these prophecies not only is a powerful testimony to the existence of God, […]

Compass for Birds

(Copyright 03-03-2025) by David Rives (Lewisburg, Tennessee) Did you ever play with magnets as a child, watching them snap together as the negative and positive charges found one another? Magnetism. – It’s not just childhood curiosity, as positive attracts negative and boom, two pieces come together. It is an essential part of our world. This fundamental force plays a crucial role in various aspects of nature, from the operations of technology to the survival strategies of living organisms. At the core of this significance is the Earth’s magnetic field, generated by the motion of molten iron in its outer core. This geomagnetic […]

There isn’t much difference between slaughter and laughter

(Copyright 03-04-2025) by Curtis Dahlgren (Stephenson, Michigan) WAR IS RAW SPELLED BACKWARDS. – CD Borrowed: My advice to Volodymyr Zelenskyy comes from my dad: “Don’t read your own press and never drink your own tubwater.” Jim Croce said it best: “You don’t tug on Superman’s cape, you don’t spit in the wind, you don’t pull the mask off the Ol’ Lone Ranger . . . ” and you don’t mess around with Trump! YOU WOULD THINK that everyone would prefer peace, but that’s not the case. The following is from “Eisenhower in War and Peace,” by Jean Edward Smith: After the death of […]

Something is Wrong?

(Copyright 03-04-2025) by James Steinle (Swanville, Minnesota) Something is Going Wrong: Putin Gives “Chilling” Speech: “The World May End Earlier, but Russia Will Never Fall” https://halturnerradioshow.com/index.php/news-selections/world-news/something-is-going-wrong-putin-gives-chilling-speech-the-world-may-end-earlier-but-russia-will-never-fall A very serious and telling speech by Russia’s Putin (written – see above link), and an analysis by Hal Turner. Editor’s Note:Please make sure items you send for print are at least 50 words and that you title it. Thank you, Laura Lee

Conquering Temptation: Learn from Jesus Christ

(Copyright 03-07-2025) by Pat Higgins (Charlotte, North Carolina) “I have written to you, young men, because you are strong, and the word of God abides in you, and you have overcome the wicked one.” (I John 2:14) As Christians, we are to follow Christ’s example (I Peter 2:21). Like Him, we seek God’s will (John 6:38), which requires replacing our thoughts with His thoughts. We understand this vital transformation into Christ’s image (II Corinthians 3:18) as the process of overcoming. In Revelation, Jesus urges each church to prevail in this struggle to overcome so it can receive its promised reward (Revelation 2:7, 11, 17, 26; […]

The Ultimate Climate Hazard!

(Copyright 03-08-2025) by Gary C. Miller (Pocahontas, Arkansas) “And except those days be shortened, there should no flesh be saved.” (Matt. 24:22) WILL AN AGE-ENDING CLIMATE CHANGE COME BY:Global warming, sea-ice melts, hurricanes, earthquakes, flooding, drought, burning fossil fuels, Nuclear World War III? None of these! So, what does the Bible say will be the Cause? A RECKONING:THE GREAT TRIBULATION: “…then shall be Great Tribulation, such as was not since the beginning of the world to this time, no nor ever shall be…” (Matt. 24: 21) This Includes the Noatian Flood (Gen.6:17). “…except those days be shortened, there Should No Flesh Be Saved.” (Matt. […]

Satellite?

(Copyright 03-08-2025) by James Steinle (Swanville, Minnesota) Satellite Reveals God’s Name on Israeli Mountain | Perry Stone https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GhjJLfJISig 9:59 min. Amazing! Not man made! Shadows form Hebrew letters in the mountains. Editor’s Note:Please make sure that the items you send for print are at least 50 words long and have a title. Starting on July 1, 2025, we will no longer print items that are less than 50 words long and/or have no title. Thank you, Laura Lee

Purim

(Copyright 2024) by William P. Goff (Tuckerton, New Jersey) (I know Purim is not a commanded Feast to keep, but I was asked to speak on that day, so this is the message I gave.) Purim, also called the Feast of Lots, is a Biblical Jewish festival with many customs. It commemorates how ancient Jews were spared from massacre during the Persian Empire, when Esther (a Jew) became the queen of Persia, or ancient Iran (fifth century BCE) Esther convinced her husband the King of Persia to stop his anti-Semitic advisor Haman from annihilating the Jewish people. It all ended with Haman being hanged on the gallows that had originally […]

Finish the Race!

(Copyright 02-22-2025) by Gary C. Miller (Pocahontas, Arkansas) THE RACE: It’s not over until it’s over. “…let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which does so easily beset us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us.” (Heb. 12:1) “Know you not that they which run in a race run all, but one receives the prize. So run, that you may obtain.” (I Cor. 9:24) NOT JUST TO THE SWIFT:“…I saw under the Sun, that the Race is not to the swift….” (Ecl. 9:11) “No man is ever whipped until he quits, –in his own mind…. with Persistence […]

Europe Is Dead

(Copyright 02-23-2025) by Dwight Fleming (Oroville, California) Another hard-hitting interview with Scott Ritter. This is a more extensive interview than the interview linked in my previous letter, “NATO Is Dead.” Bible prophecy is unfolding before our very eyes. Scott has high praise for President Trump’s revolutionary agenda in making drastic changes that will eradicate the Deep State’s hold on power and influence which has been pushing us toward World War III with Russia. Ritter does not “mince words” as he details Trump’s overhaul of federal agencies and his efforts to re-establish relations with Putin for working out realistic solutions to the Ukraine […]

Repentance

(Copyright 02-23-2025) by Rod Reynolds (Wentzville, Missouri) Repentance(Copyright 02-23-2025) by Rod Reynolds (Wentzville, Missouri) Repentance according to Scripture is necessary for salvation. Genuine repentance from a Scriptural standpoint is not just remorse, although it includes that, but a change in the way you think, and behave, and are – to a different way – to become a different person. Repentance from sin is a “change of mind [that] involves both a turning from sin and a turning to God” (Vine’s Expository Dictionary). In this message, we examine repentance from the standpoint of one’s attitude towards God, neighbors, and self. This work is licensed […]

Something to Consider

(Copyright 02-23-25) by James Steinle (Swanville, Minnesota) Something to Consider(Copyright 02-23-25) by James Steinle (Swanville, Minnesota) Something to consider if traveling to the UK – jail for what you wrote on social media back in the States? Esp. for conservatives https://www.wnd.com/2025/02/americans-warned-you-could-be-arrested-as-soon-as-you-step-foot-in-major-western-country-for-your-social-media-posts-back-home/?_bhlid=d25761ce14ed0caaa2813e5c324cbbf5206172b9 short article Editor’s Note:In the future please write at least a 50-word description or it will be deleted without being printed. Also put a title on it. Thank you, Laura Lee

Dollars With Eyes

(Copyright 02-24-2025) by Dwight Fleming (Oroville, California) On the back of a U.S. one dollar bill is a pyramid capped with an eye. This is the “eye of Providence” which symbolizes God’s eye. God is certainly watching the affairs of men upon the earth and not via any paper currency. “The eyes of the LORD are upon the righteous, and His ears are inclined to their cry” (Psalm 34:15). “The eyes of the LORD are in every place, observing the evil and the good” (Proverbs 15:3). But evil men, lusting to have God-like power, now have the technology to place electronic “eyes” into […]

Fossil Destruction

(Copyright 02-24-2025) by David Rives (Lewisburg, Tennessee) The Biblical flood, as described in the Genesis account, presents a fascinating scenario that could have dramatically reshaped the Earth’s landscape. The turbulent waters of the flood, which were said to have covered the Earth, caused significant geological changes, including erosion, sediment deposition, and the displacement of ecosystems! These events not only altered the physical appearance of the planet but also had profound implications for the fossil record. Many people enjoy marveling at the grand skeletal structures of dinosaurs, such as the T-Rex, or the remains of extinct megafauna like the woolly mammoth and […]

The Incredible Lynx

(Copyright 02-24-2025) by Doug Velting (Grand Rapids, Michigan) Lynx on a rock: ID 67285849 © Oleg Shishkunov | Dreamstime.com The lynx has always been one of my favorite wild cats, living in the cold northern forest where no other cat could survive. I remember one animal documentary that showed a Canada lynx chasing a snowshoe hare over deep snow. The cat and the hare were evenly matched as they raced over the snow. The lynx was gaining on its prey, but with a quick turn on the hare’s part, it was able to escape. I remember being disappointed in the outcome, […]

Jerking the Rug

(Copyright 02-25-2025) by Dwight Fleming (Oroville, California) On August 15, 1971, President Nixon went on national TV to announce his decision to “jerk the rug” out from anyone wanting to convert their U.S. dollars into gold. This was also known as “closing the gold window” and taking the dollar off the “gold standard.” I remember seeing Nixon’s world-shaking speech on a Sunday evening. In addition, Nixon also put into place a 90-day wage and price freeze in an attempt to curb inflation. I had graduated from high school in June of that year and would be starting college in September. I […]

Shake and Bake!

(Copyright 02-26-2025) by Dwight Fleming (Oroville, California) “We ain’t fakin’. Whole lotta shakin’ goin’ on,” so goes the classic song by Jerry Lee Lewis. The shaking has begun! The old order is being uprooted and removed. A new era is emerging from the ashes of yesterday’s failed policies which too often ignored geopolitical reality causing chaos and suffering for millions throughout the world. “Then the LORD reached out His hand, touched my mouth, and said to me [Jeremiah]: ‘Behold, I have put My words in your mouth. See, I have appointed you today over nations and kingdoms to uproot and tear down, to destroy […]

Will Judah and Israel Go into Captivity Again?

(Copyright) by Rhoda Foust (Lehigh Acres, Florida) What caused Judah and Israel to go into captivity? Was it not Yahweh’s command? De 4:19 And lest thou lift up thine eyes unto heaven, and when thou seest the sun, and the moon, and the stars, [even] all the host of heaven, shouldest be driven to worship them, and serve them, which Yahweh thy Elohim hath divided unto all nations under the whole heaven. Did they do just that? Jer 8:2 And they shall spread them before the sun, and the moon, and all the host of heaven, whom they have loved, and whom they have […]

AI: Good or Evil?

(Copyright 02-17-2025) by David Rives (Lewisburg, Tennessee) Artificial Intelligence (AI) is often portrayed as a revolutionary advancement that may reshape the landscape of society, industry, and even human interaction! However, it is crucial to recognize that AI is not truly “artificial” in the sense of being independent or self-originating. Instead, AI is a product of human ingenuity and design. This leads to a profound realization: the intelligence exhibited by AI systems is indicative of a designer behind its creation—humans. Thus, one could argue that the existence of AI serves as a testament to the notion that intelligence inherently requires design, […]

How Evolution Took Over Science –The Evolution to Evolution

(Copyright 02-17-2025) by David Rives (Lewisburg, Tennessee) Every time you turn on the TV, watch the news, or read a science magazine you will more than likely find evolutionary content, so much so that you would think that science and evolution go hand-in-hand. The scene was set for the acceptance of Darwin’s evolutionary ideas long before Darwin ever visited the Galapagos Islands. In the 1600s the science of geology was born as people began collecting rock samples and theorizing about the rocks as well as the fossils inside them. Many of these early geologists saw the rock layers and fossils as […]

What is a Christian?

(Copyright 02-19-2025) by Darwin Lee (Bismarck, North Dakota) Just what and who is a Christian? Some would say a Christian is someone who confesses that Jesus is their Lord and Savior. Confessing that their sins have been bought and paid for by Jesus, gave His life in death that they can live eternal at the resurrection. Certainly, that is a prerequisite to acknowledge that as an absolute necessity. Accepting His broken body and Jesus’ shedding of His blood for payment of sins death penalty in our stead. That faith and personal belief is the only hope for payment of our sins […]

Free Chicken Little

(Copyright 02-20-2025) by Dwight Fleming (Oroville, California) “The sky is falling! The sky is falling!” Head for the nearest bomb shelter before all hell breaks loose! Human extinction is imminent. Life on planet earth may come to an abrupt end through various means: Nuclear war, asteroid impact, and the most feared calamity of all—Climate Change! In the name of Climate Change, our God-given liberties are being taken away from us, little by little. Tyranny and oppression are on the rise. Vice President Vance [standing in for Chicken Little] spoke against censorship of free speech in his recent address at the Munich Security […]

An Elderly Native Chief Prophesies the Destiny of George Washington and America

(Copyright 02-20-2025) by Eddie Hyatt (Grapevine, Texas) He cannot die in battle. The Great Spirit protects that man and guides his destinies. He will become chief of nations, and a people yet unborn will hail him the founder of a mighty nation (Hyatt, America’s Revival Heritage-Second Edition, 73). According to historian, George Bancroft, these words were spoken by an old Native American chief concerning George Washington several years before the Declaration of Independence. He spoke these words as he reminisced with Washington and others about a battle, 15 years previous, when they were on opposite sides during the French and Indian Wars. The Chief […]

The Powerful Prayers of George Washington

(Copyright 02-20-2025) by Eddie Hyatt (Grapevine, Texas) George Washington’s father died when he was 11, which forced him to become a person of responsibility very early in life. He was profoundly influenced by his mother who was a devout Christian and when he was leaving home as a young soldier, she exhorted him, “Remember that God is our only sure trust.” She also urged him, “My son, neglect not the duty of secret prayer.” It is now obvious thatWashington took his mother’s admonition to heart. The evidence has accumulated that Washington was a man of prayer both publicly and privately. This […]

Kenya Update February 20, 2025

(Copyright 02-20-2025) by William P. Goff (Tuckerton, New Jersey) Greetings Brethren, The February 20, 2025, Kenya Update is now posted at: http://www.khofh.org Thank You.Bill Goff Website: https://khofh.com/E-mail: [email protected]: https://khofh.com/support-us/ Kenya Hands of Hope, a 5013c charity founded in 2006 by William P. GoffWebsite: KHOFH – Kenya Hands of Hope Send Donations to:Kenya Hands of Hope, 334 E. Main Street, Bldg. B Unit A-3, Tuckerton, NJ 08087PayPal Donations: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=GYQKRX264EMNW Please consider donating monthly by PayPal or e-checks scheduled through your bank. For More Information:Phone: (843) 447-0140Email: [email protected] ————————————————————————————Reprinted with permission from: A Voice in the Wildernesshttps://khofh.org/ ————————————————————————————

NATO Is Dead

(Copyright 02-22-2025) by Dwight Fleming (Oroville, California) The North Atlantic Treaty Organization was formed in April, 1949, in response to the Soviet Union’s threat of expansion into Western European countries after obtaining an “iron grip” on Eastern Europe at the end of World War II. With the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991, the Cold War came to an end. Yet Russia was still looked upon as an evil enemy by Neocons in America. Keeping Russia in the category of a war-mongering boogeyman also helped to keep money flowing to the coffers of the military-industrial complex which also kept certain […]

Your Publication

(Copyright 02-22-2025) by Helena Lehman (Email) Thanks so much for your publication. I learn something new every time I take the time to read the featured articles. Blessings in Christ,Helena Lehman Response: Hi Helena, thank you for the nice note. We sincerely hope you will find articles to read and learn from every week. Thank you so much. Laura Lee

Was Jesus Married?

(Copyright) by Mike Ford (Oxford, Georgia) “. . . and certain women who had been healed of evil spirits and infirmities—Mary called Magdalene, out of whom had come seven demons . . .” (Luke 8:2) The sad news came out not long ago. It happens in all too many marriages: yet another celebrity divorce, this time between Jesus and Mary Magdalene! Before you cry, “Blasphemy!” some explanation is required. For over four years, Dr. Karen L. King, a professor of early Christianity at Harvard Divinity School, proclaimed to the world that a tiny piece of papyrus proves Jesus Christ was married. She revealed this 1” x […]

The Holy Spirit

(Copyright 02-08-2025) by Gary C. Miller (Pocahontas, Arkansas) DOES BEING RELIGIOUS MEAN WE HAVE THE HOLY SPIRIT? ALL SPIRITS ARE NOT HOLY:“Beloved, believe Not every spirit, but try the spirits whether they are of Yahweh [“God”; KJV].” (I Jn. 4:1) “But the Spirit explicitly says that in later times some shall fall away from the faith, paying attention to Deceitful Spirits and Doctrines of Demons. “(I Tim. 4:1) “Speaking lies in hypocrisy; having their conscience seared… For-bidding to marry [celibacy].” (I Tim. 4:2) KINDS OF SPIRITS:UNCLEAN SPIRITS (Lk. 6:18; Acts 5:16; spirits who break the Laws of clean/unclean [meats, persons, Lev.12-13, 15) DECEITFUL SPIRITS (I […]

Fundamentals of Prayer

Fundamentals of Prayer – Part 1(Copyright 02-09-2025) by Rod Reynolds (Wentzville, Missouri) Prayer is an essential element in spiritual vitality. It’s in prayer that we develop the close personal relationship with God that makes his spirit a power in our lives. We repent in prayer. It’s in prayer that we labor for the salvation not only of ourselves but of others. It’s in prayer that we give praise and thanksgiving to God and seek of him those things of which we have need. It’s vital to pray–and to understand how to pray, when, for what. Even if you have been praying […]

Obed Mambwe & Paul Janvier Mbock

(Copyright 02-11-2025) by Name Removed (USA) Dear Laura – Obed Mambwe again requests food and Bibles in his language (Zambia uses English for education and commerce) but provides no contact information – where & how to donate (address, email, website, social media, phone, etc.) A namesake from Lusaka Zambia is mentioned online as an ASL interpreter; also, on Facebook and LinkedIn, educated near London, and worked in the USA through the Embassy. Is he the same person? Assuming this is a legitimate request, more information about him would be helpful. Also do you have contact information for Paul Janvier Mbock of Cameroon? […]

Valentine’s Day and Real Love

(Copyright 02-12-2025) by Staff (Charlotte, North Carolina) How can we say, “I love you”? Let me count the ways! On their wedding anniversary, a husband might give his wife a lovely card and a gift, some flowers, and maybe even a romantic dinner at an upscale restaurant. With them, he is saying, “I love you.” On Father’s Day, his wife might give him a card and a gift. Likewise, she is telling him that she loves him. But our society, urged on by the greeting card industry and other merchants, tries to tell us that it is not enough for family members to declare […]

Was Tom Homan Right to Rebuke the Pope?

(Copyright 02-13-2025) by Eddie Hyatt (Grapevine, Texas) In an open letter to the U.S. Catholic bishops, Pope Francis rebuked the Trump administration for its deportation of illegal immigrants. Francis insisted that assigning criminality to illegal status is contrary to Christianity and warned that such an approach will “end badly.” This is not the first time the pope has taken issue with Trump and his approach to immigration. In 2016 Francis held a mass near the Texas/Mexico border where Trump was planning the building of the border wall. He afterwards declared that anyone who builds a wall, rather than a bridge, to […]

A Historic Moment

(Copyright 02-15-2025) by Dwight Fleming (Oroville, California) Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was sworn in today as Secretary of Health and Human Services. I consider this a historic moment for our nation. May Bobby be successful in his efforts to Make America Healthy Again. It is sorely needed and long overdue. Linked below is the video of his swearing-in ceremony. I encourage everyone to watch this historic moment. Mr. Kennedy is joined by his beautiful family at this ground-shaking event. Listen carefully to Mr. Kennedy’s remarks after taking his oath of office. He is the right man for the job of bringing […]

Showing Love

(Copyright 02-16-2025) by Dave Rothwell (St. Joseph, Missouri) Dear Laura,I want you to know that I appreciate the work that you do to publish the Church of God Messenger, and I am sure your heart is in the right place, but I am writing to express my dismay at your editorial comments on Dwight Fleming’s article about the Passover. Although I do not agree with all of Dwight’s assertions or conclusions, I cannot support the practice of public, personal attacks on someone for their beliefs. It’s one thing to post a rebuttal, but your comments struck me as harsh and […]

The Dream

(Copyright 02-16-2025) by James Steinle (Swanville, Minnesota) “I Just Had One Of The Most Alarming Dreams Of My Entire Life” By Michael Synder 2/15/25 https://endoftheamericandream.com/i-just-had-one-of-the-most-alarming-dreams-of-my-entire-life/ (In case you may have missed it). His first two paragraphs to set the stage….“I don’t even know where to begin. I normally do not write an article on Saturday night, but in this case, I feel compelled to do so. I need to share the dream that I just had with everyone that I know, and the easiest way for me to do that is to publish it online. I want to get this out while the […]

Message for America

(Copyright) by Dwight Fleming (Oroville, California) John Mitchell of Rocklin, CA delivered a powerful message just before Independence Day of this year. It was just posted on the ICG YouTube channel. John does not hold back on describing the wretched condition that America has lowered itself to by following false and godless leaders who reject the God of the Bible and rebel against His Word. His timely message is based on Ezekiel’s commission to warn the House of Israel. The House of Israel was composed of the ten northern tribes which rebelled against Solomon’s son after the death of Solomon. Their […]

Biblical Symbolism

March 8, 2025April 24, 2025 by Laura Lee

(Part One)(Copyright 01-29-2025) by Richard T. Ritenbaugh (Charlotte, North Carolina) Many people who profess Christianity feel they understand the Bible. Tens of thousands of books, commentaries, Bible dictionaries, and prophetic writings explain and re-explain it by thesis, exegesis, and endless debate. However, how much do the authors of these works truly understand? If the Bible is so easy to understand, why are there so many varying opinions? Why do equally brilliant scholars come up with opposing explanations? Even within the many denominations of Christianity, innumerable disagreements exist on virtually every part of God’s Word. The Bible contains numerous images and illustrations. It […]

Rider with Bow?

(Copyright) by Dwight Fleming (Oroville, California) In the Book of Revelation, chapter six, we find the famous “four horsemen of the Apocalypse.” The first horse listed is a white horse. Some may think this white horse is similar to the white horse that Christ is riding in Revelation 19 at His return to fight against the nations. However, when you correlate the four horses with Christ’s explanation found in Matthew 24, then this white horse corresponds to the spread of false religion or a false message of some kind. Notice Revelation 6:1-2: “And I saw when the Lamb opened one of the […]

“Hummingbird Nest”

(Copyright) by David Rives (Tennessee) Tiny homes are all the rage these days. They even have television shows dedicated to showcasing these little custom jewels. But if you think that 300 square feet is minimalist, what if I told you that I’m showcasing today a comfortable home with a floor plan of only 250 – square millimeters, that is! A lot of work goes into building a Hummingbird nest. These tiny homes are normally really hard to spot, because otherwise, predators might come and harm the young. The female Hummingbird camouflages the nest with bits and pieces of lichen and moss […]

Why Are We to Count to Pentecost?

(Copyright) by Laura Lee (Bismarck, North Dakota) PentecostPentecost means count fifty. Pentecost is also called the Feast of First Fruits and the Feast of Weeks. We are told in: Leviticus 23:15 to count to Pentecost. Lev 23:15 And ye shall count unto you from the morrow after the sabbath, from the day that ye brought the sheaf of the wave offering; seven sabbaths shall be complete: When was the Wave Sheaf Offering?Many believe that because we are told to count on the morrow after the sabbath, that this means the weekly sabbath. And, because we are to count, they understand that to […]

Yet Another “Happy New Year”

(Copyright) by John Jewell (London, England) Is what most of the British people were wishing each other as the chimes of Big Ben rang throughout London and resounded from the loudspeakers of radios and television sets throughout the rest of the western world as their citizens likewise wished each other a Happy New Year or however it is in their local language. Bonne Annee I think, in French! Throughout the United Kingdom parties were being held, fireworks let off in celebration. And, of course, the usual competition for best firework display between Sydney in Australia and London. The London organizers […]

You Are King

(Copyright) by Nathaniel Burson (Big Sandy, Texas) Are you afraid of snakes? Spiders? Sharks? Tornadoes, germs, lightning, thieves, bats? WHY?? Don’t you know that you are in CHARGE of them all? That God GAVE them to you?? Let’s get this straight right now. YOU ARE KING! They are all YOURS, to do with as you see fit! Unless… well, we’ll get to that in a moment. Genesis 1:28 And God blessed them, and God said unto them, Be fruitful, and multiply, and replenish the earth, and subdue it: and have dominion over the fish of the sea, and over the fowl of […]

A New Era? Causes of War, Causes of Defeat

(Copyright) by Curtis Dahlgren (Stephenson, Michigan) “O that you would have hearkened unto My Commandments! Your peace would have been like a river and your godliness as the waves of the sea.” – the God of Israel FROM WHENCE COME WARS AND FIGHTING AMONG YOU? “From the lusts that war within you… You adulterers and adulteresses, know you not that friendship with the world is enmity with God?” – James Someone said that only a nation on its knees is able to stand up to its enemies. As for defeats, the U.S. has had plenty of them since World War II. This […]

Creation of Life in Contemporary Times

(Copyright) by Ernest L. Martin (Portland, Oregon)Edited by David Sielaff

What Time Is It?

(Copyright) by Gary Miller (Pocahontas, Arkansas) 2022 Doomsday Clock is currently set at 160 seconds to Midnight.Updated January 20, 2022, staying the same as 2021. DOOMSDAY CLOCK TURNS 75 THIS MONTHCreated in 1947 at the University of Chicago the Bulletin of Atomic Scientists, dubbed it the “Doomsday Clock” as a symbolic clock whose setting is based on world events. It is an estimation by Bulletin scientists of the likelihood of a manmade global catastrophe. The clock’s midnight hour spells doomsday for humanity. Realizing the bomb, they had created could be a global threat, the clock was developed by the Manhattan […]

Prayer Closet Dynamo!

(Copyright) by Dwight Fleming (Oroville, California) When you pray, what is your spirit saying to God? “O God, I’m a miserable wretch, not worthy of your mercy. I beg and plead with you to hear my cry and grant me this one petition to be delivered from my need [whatever it may be: healing, financial help, peace of mind, etc.].” We are all familiar with the Psalms which are hymns set to music. Yet, they are also prayers. “Thus conclude the prayers of David son of Jesse” (Psalm 72:20). David was a musician. He knew the powerful effect that music has on our […]

Facts on Tithing

by Wayne Schatzle (West Chester, Ohio) I am bewildered by the tactics seen on television in fund raising efforts. If you watch much of “Christian” broadcasting there is a common teaching: (a) the law of God is done away; (b) no amount of good works will get you a place in heaven; (c) believers are to Tithe, which is to pay 10% of their income to the Christian effort. Any thinking person will find some confusion in the things preached. If the Law is done away- why does a person have to tithe? And if no good works earn you […]

Evolution Is Dead! Take That, Nietzsche!

(Copyright) by David Rives (Tennessee) We have never been able to create life from non-life in the lab, despite millions upon millions of tests in the most favorable conditions possible. We have never observed one basic kind of animal turn into another kind, much less a human. Animals adapt…they change… this is observable. But a dinosaur has never turned into a bird any more than a giraffe could ever turn into a hippopotamus! That is a belief based purely on faith — not on the fossil record. Charles Darwin was not a scientist. He was an explorer and author with a vivid imagination […]

Overview of the Covenants

by B. L. Cocherell & Vernon O. Jones (Nevada) The following pages contain the basic outlines of the old and new agreements with national Israel and the Sovereign Father’s agreement with the elect during the Gospel age of salvation. THE FIRST AGREEMENT WITH NATIONAL ISRAEL TYPE OF AGREEMENTThe first agreement was an exclusive agreement between God and the individuals who comprised national Israel. Moreover, this agreement was open-ended and included the ten commandments, obedience to whatever God asked of them, and the practice of the sacrificial system. Deut.29:1. ExclusiveThe agreement was made exclusively with the nation of Israel, but other people could participate […]

Wake Up to Reality

by John Jewell (London, England) In the Letter from London a couple of weeks ago we wrote of the next major financial disaster to hit the western world following the credit crunch and the fallout from that. This was the incredible scam perpetrated by Bernard Madoff which resulted in a large number of people losing around $50 billion in total. A newspaper survey of the major losses showed that quite a number of people, who had many millions of dollars and pounds and wanted a safe, but profitable, haven for these funds had entrusted Mr. Madoff with the entire amount. […]

HOW Elijah will Restore all Things!

by Paul Janvier Mbock (Cameroon) Here is How Elijah will restore all things (Matthew 17:11), Before the coming of Jesus-Christ (Mal 4:5-6; Act 3:19-21) ! (NB: All in this document is translated from French) God says in the Bible: “Do not keep the prophetic words of this book (the Bible) a secret, because the time is near.” (Rev 22:10). With the help of the Holy Spirit (Jn 14:26; 16:13-14), God shows us today, the work Elijah has to do, just before the coming of the Great Tribulation and the Day of the Lord! (A) What are the Things to be restored, according to the […]

You Can Pray Like King David

(Copyright) by Nestor A. Toro (Wadsworth, Ohio) The ancient king of Israel has more of his prayers recorded than any other figure in Scripture. Examining them allows us to deepen our relationships with our Creator. King David was a man so extraordinary that, in Acts 13:22, God described him as “a man after My own heart, which shall fulfill all My will.” That is a huge compliment from the God of the universe. How would you like to be referenced as a role model of righteousness? As was the case with other great servants of God, David was not perfect. In I Chronicles 28:3, he […]

A Day of Lust, Not Love

(Copyright) by Martin G. Collins (Charlotte, North Carolina) Our Savior Jesus Christ tells the woman at the well in Samaria, “But the hour is coming, and now is, when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth; for the Father is seeking such to worship Him” (John 4:23). As the first great commandment (Matthew 22:37-38) suggests, true worship of God and agape love are entwined. In flagrant contrast, most people in this world celebrate their holidays, not in spirit, truth, and love, but in fleshly practices, lies, and in the case of Saint Valentine’s Day, lust. Sexual immorality has always been the essential ingredient […]

Jesus Our Passover

Dwight Fleming (Oroville, California) The Crucifixion of Jesus of Nazareth marked a turning point in the history of the Jewish people and led to the birth of the church of God forming the spiritual body of Christ. Concerning the death of Jesus, the Lamb of God, the apostle Paul states, “For even Christ our passover is sacrificed for us” (I Corinthians 5:7). The term “passover” refers back to the Israelites’ sojourn in Egypt when God commanded them to slay a lamb then put its blood upon the lintel and doorposts of their dwellings. The lamb’s blood would cause the destroyer to […]

Are You a Princess?

by Wayne Schatzle (West Chester, Ohio) Some time ago I read a book about the familiar nursery rhymes and childhood stories published by the Grimm brothers in the early 1800s. Apparently these were mostly German folk stories passed down through generations by word of mouth, and we can thank the Grimm brothers for recording them for posterity. More often than not each story has a prince on a journey, a princess in danger, and an evil individual bent on coming between them. The object of the book was to show that the point of these folklore stories was not […]

The Doctrine of the Stones

by Jim Patterson (Lisle, Illinois) Anyone will become aware of the various contentions that arise over doctrine; often surrounding points of view about the nature of God or proper worship. Although in this article we will touch on a couple of specific teachings that give birth to contentions and controversy, we do so only to illustrate and shed light on a greater over-riding perspective of the New Covenant regarding worship and proliferation of the gospel that may be often lost on us. The intent here is to step back for a moment to hopefully get a proper healthy perspective on […]

The Long Night of Sennacherib

(Copyright) by Chuck Missler (Coeur d’Alene, Idaho)

New Beginning

(Copyright) by Gary Miller (Pocahontas, Arkansas) Every Tomorrow is a New Beginning. BE WORD WISE:“A word fitly spoken is like apples of gold in pictures of silver.” (Prv. 25:11) “For by your Words you are justified and by your Words you are condemned.” (Matt. 12:37) Every Yesterday cannot be rewritten. WHEN A NEW BEGINNING HAPPENS:The ending of one cycle is connected to the beginning of another.Always. This is always the case…not something rare: Every Ending signals a New Beginning is about to start…just over the horizon or only moments away. “Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, and lean not to your own understanding. […]

Why on Earth are you here?

by James McBride (United Kingdom) That thought crosses the mind of most of us sooner or later. The basic reply is ‘from mum and dad’. But where did that life force originate? Almost universally it is believed that each of us has an ‘immortal soul’. It’s in us throughout life and persists in some form when we die. Few give thought as to where the ‘soul’ originated. In the Mormon faith all humans lived in a premortal state before coming to earth. The Hindu belief is that the soul continually recycles. For Catholics each human soul is ‘individual and immortal, immediately […]

Human Savagery Reaches a New Level

(Copyright) by David Sielaff (Portland, Oregon)

Transgenderism: Erasing the Created Order

by Richard T. Ritenbaugh (Charlotte, North Carolina) As late as 2019, Will Thomas swam for the University of Pennsylvania’s men’s swim team, winning one 500-meter freestyle event in 2019 and being named to the All-Ivy League second-team a season earlier. COVID-19 canceled the 2020-2021 season. When swimming competitions resumed in late 2021, Thomas—now known as Lia—swam for the university’s women’s team after undergoing at least a year of testosterone-suppression treatments, as required by the NCAA. Swimming against biological females, Thomas wins races and breaks records with ease, shattering pool, meet, school, and national marks, sometimes by several whole seconds. If Thomas […]

The Spirit of Antichrist is Prevalent

by Alfio La Spina (Victoria British Columbia) Scripture tells us to try the spirits to see if they are of God this is an important test because we need to be in unity with those that we have fellowship with and those that are teaching. 1Jn 4:1 Beloved, believe not every spirit, but try the spirits whether they are of God: because many false prophets are gone out into the world. 1Jn 4:2 Hereby know ye the Spirit of God: Every spirit that confesseth that Jesus Christ is come in the flesh is of God: 1Jn 4:3 And every spirit that confesseth not that […]

Vulture Bees Evolved or Adapted to Eat Meat?

(Copyright) by David Rives (Tennessee) We know that vultures eat dead animals and are helpful in cleaning up those rotting remains, but did you know there are also bees that eat carrion? With all the talk of killer bees and murder hornets, here are some bees we can be thankful for! Vulture bees, as they have been named, have been found to have acid in their guts similar to the stomach acid of other animals that feed on carrion, like vultures and hyenas. While there are only three species of vulture bees that exclusively consume dead meat, there are other bees […]

Does Belief in Women’s Equality Lead to an Acceptance of Homosexual Practice?

by Catherine C. Kroeger (Brewster, Massachusetts)

Victims and Vindication

by Catherine C. Kroeger (Brewster, Massachusetts) Some months ago, I made a duty tour of a section of the Bible that I find incredibly boring. It was in fact the book of Job, composed of interminably long speeches from a crowd of unbelievably rigid and self-righteous snobs. As I started again to plow through their torrent of rhetoric, I suddenly realized that I was hearing the same sentiments that came to me from a far different contemporary source. The opinions of Job’s friends are very much the same as those voiced by faith communities when they address victims of domestic […]

The Time is Very Very Short!

by Paul Janvier Mbock (Cameroon) NB: Please read this document with the Bible in your hands! “The night is far spent, the Day is at hand” (Rom 13:12). This Civilization is drawing to a close. Babylon is falling (Rev 14:8; 18:2)! The Bible announces the major events marking the fulfillment of God’s Plan on earth, including the future of mankind, and how the Divine Government will replace our human-led society. So here is the Biblical Timeline of events that have happened recently, are happening right now before our eyes, or are expected to happen soon! 1) In 2015 – Fulfillment of Joel 2:31: “The […]

No One Knows The Day

February 12, 2022May 10, 2025 by Laura Lee

Dwight Fleming (Oroville, California) Jesus Christ warned His followers to be watching for the signs of His return lest they be caught unprepared and miss out on the Resurrection. Concerning the time of His return, notice: “No one knows about that day or hour, not even the angels in heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father. … Therefore keep watch, because you do not know the day on which your Lord will come. But understand this: If the homeowner had known in which hour the thief was coming, he would have kept watch and would not have let his house […]

Mexico Reaches Natural Gas Agreement with Russia and China

(Copyright) by Richard Markland (London, Ohio) Mexico has reached an agreement with two Russian and two Chinese companies after months of negotiations involving natural gas-pipeline contracts, according to negotiators directly involved with the talks. Under the terms agreed upon, Mexico will allow Russian and Chinese troops to stay in the country in order to protect America’s neighbor from “U. S. Aggression.” In return Russia and China will have access to all natural gas supplies “with assurances that all citizens of Mexico will be provided adequate supplies for all their needs,” according to negotiators. “This is a solution to a very tense and […]

Designed for Discovery

(Copyright) by Bradford G. Schleifer (Wadsworth, Ohio) Part 1: Why the Earth Is UniqueThe Earth is filled with inferences of design. Here is a look at some of these unique and inspiring markers. Getty Images Many millions view Earth as just another planet in a vast universe. They see it as neither unique nor special in any way. But decades of research are changing this view. If we peer through the lens of science, something remarkable can be shown about our planet. The more we discover, the more we realize that hundreds of conditions are needed for the rich abundance of plant, animal, […]

Did Noah Have a Rain Gauge?

(Copyright) by Ernest L. Martin (Portland, Oregon) What were the waters in the firmament that finally came down to earth? In what form were they before they came to earth? An interesting question now presents itself for our attention. If 15 cubits of water (276 inches of rainfall) descended upon earth, from where did that water have its origin? That is what we want to determine if possible, and it may be shown in the Bible itself. Since the results of the flood, according to Moses, were worldwide in extent, it can reasonably be believed that there was a uniform (or […]

Giving Thanks?

by Royce Mitchell, Jr. (Manvel, Texas) In the United States, we are rapidly approaching a national holiday known as “Thanksgiving Day.” On this day, people in the United States are told that they should focus on being thankful for everything they have, including a free nation, the freedom to worship God as they wish, for families and pretty much every good thing that they enjoy. However, the scriptures do not seem to limit what we should be thankful for. Indeed, even the time does not seem to be limited. We are told that we should be “always giving thanks for all things to God the Father in the name of […]

The Nativity and the Weather

by Samuel S. Martin (Israel) Before my late father began a career as a pastor and then a religious scholar, he was trained as a weather forecaster. He learned this discipline at first in university, but later in the United States Air Force. As a scientist training in the observation of the weather, he always took this matter into consideration when it came to his research studies dealing with the Bible. A number of books that he wrote which he has been recognized for from an academic point of view dealing with the birth of Jesus Christ come to my mind at this […]

Translated to Where?

by James Steinle (Swanville, Minnesota) Some believe Enoch was translated and never died per Genesis 5:24. That he did not die is not true; that Enoch was ‘translated’ is true. For an example of what happened to Enoch, we will examine what happened to Elijah which I believe cannot be any different in essence. 2 Kings 2:11 is used to supposedly prove that Elijah was taken up into heaven in a whirlwind, and so that is where he has been ever since; “And it came to pass, as they (Elijah and Elisha) still went on, and talked, that, behold, there […]

Bodies and Souls As Commodities

(Copyright) by David Sielaff (Portland, Oregon) Iron Sharpening IronIn regard to: Bodies and Souls As CommoditiesArticle by David SielaffComments by Laura Lee (Bismarck, North Dakota) I only have one thing to add to this article. The author claims that it will be decades before Christ returns, in my opinion I believe the return of Christ is much closer than that, probably sometime within the next 10 years or less. No one knows when Christ will return but there are many signs in place that argues for sooner than for later.

Heavenly Father

by Richard Frates (Easley, South Carolina) Heavenly Father, the Tower of Babel is standing high; rising to the heavens; the world nations are united against you. Terrorists kill, men women and children in the UK, and the explosion is heard in New York and Moscow, Genesis 11:4-8. Heavenly father, we citizens of the world no longer need you. Leaders of the nations can communicate in a moment. Our scientists, educators and engineers can quickly devise a plan or scheme to solve all the world’s problems. Heavenly Father, go away; we, the world nations will make our own gods and give them artificial […]

Signs That He Has Changed

Brenda Branson (Hanson, Kentucky) Copyright © 2004 He is willing to wait however long it takes for her trust in him to be rebuilt and does not pressure her to forgive or reconcile until she is ready.He does not say or do things that threaten or frighten her.He listens to and respects her opinion, even if he disagrees.She can express anger or frustration toward him without being punished or abused.He respects her “no” in all situations, including physical contact.He does not prevent her from spending time with friends and family and does not punish her later.He is willing to continue […]

Advocate of Socialism says America is too Anti-Social

(Copyright) by Richard Markland (London, Ohio)

The Devil, UFOs, and Invaders from Space!

by HOIM Staff, John Keyser (Azusa, California) Do “flying saucers” exist? And are they extraterrestrial visitations from another planet or planets? Or do they involve Satan the devil in some way? If so, how? And for what reason? There is no doubt that many unexplained phenomena occur which nobody understands fully. Many claims have been made by men and women who say they have seen unusual creatures or strange beings who appeared to be unearthly in appearance. Sometimes they seemed to appear out of a strange flying object, perhaps some sort of space craft. Some of these men were put to […]

Suffer the Little Children

(Copyright) by David Sielaff (Portland, Oregon)

Why Wouldn’t He?

by Nathaniel Burson & James E. Burson (Big Sandy, Texas) YOU LACK FAITH. You know this is true. You may not like accepting it, but it is true. You know full well that you could have more faith than you do – probably a lot. DO YOU WANT TO KNOW WHY? If the answer is not a resounding yes – a YES, that YOU INTEND TO BACK UP by doing WHATEVER IT TAKES to correct it – then you are reading the wrong article. If you are willing to pay ANY PRICE to have God pleased with you, if you TRULY want to have […]

Teaching of the Tithe

by Ray Daly (Lincoln, North Dakota) Deut. 14:22. “You shall truly TITHE all of the increase of all your [produce] that the fields bring forth. Year by year!” As shown, this Study is on “Tithing”. And to “Tithe”, meant to set aside the “first of each ten”. The first of animals, and the first of anything grown from the ground. Whether crops, fruits, and the like. Actually, since all “livings” are made from that which is produced from the ground, then ALL occupations that earn money, is to be Tithed on. And take note that, there is only ONE […]

Atonement and Suffering

by Richard Frates (Easley, South Carolina) The apostles felt privileged to suffer persecution for Christ. Acts 5:41” rejoicing because they had been counted worthy of suffering” for Jesus Christ. 2 Corinthians 1:3-5 the sufferings of Christ flow over into our lives. Philippians 1:29 “It has been granted to you on behalf of Christ, not only to believe in him, but also to suffer for him”. Philippians 3:10-11, I want to know Christ and the power of his resurrection and the fellowship of sharing in his sufferings, becoming like him in his death, and so, somehow to attain to the resurrection […]

How a Great Awakening Turned America’s Founders Against Slavery

by Eddie Hyatt (Tulsa, Oklahoma) America’s Founders are under attack. Their monuments are being toppled and their names removed from schools and other public buildings. Children are being taught that George Washington and Benjamin Franklin were evil, rich slaveowners who formed this nation to protect their wealth and maintain the institution of slavery. This twisted history of America is dividing and destroying her. The truth is that at a time when slavery was being practiced in Africa, Asia, the Middle East, and many parts of the world, America’s founders turned against it. Dr. Thomas Sowell, who happens to be black, has written […]

Just What Do You Mean “Ezekiel’s Message”?

(Copyright) by Craig White (Australia)

A Little Here and A Little There

January 22, 2022May 10, 2025 by Laura Lee

by Laura Lee (Bismarck, North Dakota) I have no idea how many times I have read my Bible from cover to cover, since I bought my first Bible when I was in third grade. Recently two different people have pointed out scriptures which I clearly don’t think I ever saw before. Yes, I read them many times, but I never saw them before. I am sure that not just me, but others have read right over these same scriptures and probably many others and for some reason they just never registered. Rachel and Deborah (This section written by Dwight Fleming.)When Jacob […]

Some Things to Consider as a Possibility

by James Steinle (Swanville, Minnesota) Ever wonder how even the very elect could, if possible, be deceived by false Christs (Messiahs) and false prophets which will show great signs and wonders (Matthew 24:24)? Most of the elect base their world and society views on basic conservative teachings from the Scriptures. So, if the elect might if possible be deceived by false Messiahs (or, a false Messiah), does it not make sense that a false messiah (and false prophets) would come across as very conservative sounding also in order to deceive? In the middle of the Scriptures is Psalm 118, preceded by […]

Happy New Year…!

by John Jewell (London, England) That’s what most of the British people were wishing each other as the chimes of Big Ben rang throughout London and resounded from the loudspeakers of radios and television sets throughout the rest of the western world as their citizens likewise wished each other a Happy New Year or however it is in their local language. Bonne Annee, I think, in French! Throughout the United Kingdom parties were being held, fireworks let off in celebration. And, I suppose, the usual competition for best firework display between Sydney in Australia and London. I enjoy firework displays. […]

A Warning from the Past

(Copyright) by Richard Markland A war on free speech is being waged. Targeting anyone who speaks out or questions Leaders in power is becoming increasingly dangerous. As sinister actions on the part of elected officials in Washington are becoming more obvious, there is a real danger for anyone who holds leaders accountable for their abuse of power. The key to keeping the American people at bay is to instill fear for what is openly expressed. What people are saying and doing is being used against them. Washington is Big Brother. Out of control government is now dictating what people can and […]

Profile of a Victim

Brenda Branson (Hanson, Kentucky) Copyright © 2004 Although battered women may exhibit some of the characteristics in the list below, the one element that is shared by all victims is FEAR! A woman is more likely to be killed when she tries to leave than at any other time. The abuser may also threaten to hurt or kill family members or friends who try to help the victim. Besides living in fear for her own safety and that of her family, a battered woman fears being homeless and unable to provide for her children, as well as threats by the […]

Are All Christians Hypocrites?

January 22, 2022May 5, 2025 by Laura Lee

(Copyright) by Curtis Dahlgren (Stephenson, Michigan) “If we expect others to rescue our nation for us, as we go about our daily lives as mere observers to what is transpiring, or close our eyes and ears to current events, we will lose the struggle.” – Mark Levin, “American Marxism” THE LEFT HATES AMERICA. Because it is still “too Christian” for their taste. My topic this week came from a Facebook post by a personal friend of mine who calls herself “spiritual” but thinks most of us are hypocrites. She posted a reply to a Laura Schlesinger comment on her radio show: Dear […]

Ezekiel’s Timeless Message – What is the Real “Work of the Watchman”?

(Copyright) by Vance A. Stinson (Tyler, Texas) God said to the prophet Ezekiel, “I have made you a watchman for the house of Israel; therefore, you shall hear a word from My mouth and warn them for Me.” What kind of warning was this? Was it primarily geopolitical in nature? Did it involve dire warnings about coming earthquakes, famines, disease epidemics, floods, droughts, and other disasters? Was it an ancient form of the sensational “headline theology” that is so popular among a large number of evangelical preachers and writers today? What does the watchman’s message have to do with the mission of the New […]

The Mystery of God

by Dwight Fleming (California) “In the beginning . . . God created man in his own image, in the image of God created he him; male and female created he them” Genesis 1:1, 27. Both a man and a woman picture the likeness and nature of God. We primarily only see the masculine side of God while the feminine side of God is not as obvious. There is God the Father and Jesus the Son of God. Both members of the Godhead are described as masculine and for good reason. But if the Godhead is both male and female, then where can […]

What Makes a Great Nation?

by Jeffrey Caldwell (Redwood City, California) What makes for a great nation is relevant to God’s holy nation. It seems good to me to share with you a couple of my recent Facebook posts: The day after the election: ————Today we, here in the United States, have a new President-elect — not the one that I, nor many of us, were expecting! Reminded that citizenship confers not only rights, but also responsibilities. Thanks to the wisdom of our founders each of us has a say in the public square and ability to communicate with fellow citizens or our officials. Even, where appropriate, to engage […]

The Leaven of Righteousness

by Nathaniel Burson (Big Sandy, Texas) Matthew 13:33 Another parable spake he unto them; The kingdom of heaven is like unto leaven, which a woman took, and hid in three measures of meal, till the whole was leavened. WHY is the Kingdom of God like LEAVEN, of all things? Why use LEAVEN, which appears to represent SIN throughout the Bible, to represent the Kingdom of God? And why are there THREE measures of meal – not twelve or seven or some other number? And why was the leaven HID in them? And how did the WHOLE get leavened? In leading into […]

ATONEMENT and Suffering: Crucified – The Price Paid

by Richard Frates (Easley, South Carolina) God’s Atonement is Universal: From the Beginning – Revelation 13:8 “The Lamb Slain from the Creation of the world.” Exodus 30:12-16 – Speaks of Atonement Money – being a Half Shekel when Israel was counted. “The rich shall not give more, and the poor shall not give less. “It will be a memorial for the Israelites before the Lord, making atonement for your lives. How God will remember his children today? 1 John 2:1-2 “My dear children, I write this to you so that you will Not sin. But if anyone does sin, we […]

Critical Race Theory and the Bible Answer

January 15, 2022May 5, 2025 by Laura Lee

by Eddie Hyatt (Tulsa, Oklahoma) Critical Race Theory is defined by its name. For proponents of this new and novel theory, race is everything and “critical” for interpreting all of life, particularly American life. According to CRT, race is what defines you, labels you, and determines your worth and your role in society. This, of course, is rooted in Marxist ideology, which seeks to divide and conquer by dividing people into groups—the oppressed and the oppressors—and pitting them against one another. Classic Marxism sought to divide nations on the basis of economics, pitting the bourgeoisie (wealthy land and factory owners) against the proletariat […]

Ezekiel’s Message

January 15, 2022May 6, 2025 by Laura Lee

by John & Rosemary Morton (New Zealand)(Edited for Shepherd’s Voice Magazine) A note from the editor of Shepherd’s Voice Magazine Jim Patterson:Prophecy in the Old Testament must not be maligned and misinterpreted to suit denominational ideas regarding the future of modern nations and of the church as a whole, where in fact the prophecy had already been fulfilled. Unless compelled to do otherwise by the context in which a prophecy was given, we are not at liberty to interpret it with dual fulfillments, create suitable scenarios in how they apply to our modern day, nor use it to fulfill any […]

Stop. Slow down, Pray and Think

by Tommy Willis (New Orleans, Louisiana) In this modern world we have many time saving devices, yet we are more in a rush than ever before. Why? Well, every fulfilled desire lays the seed for more desires. If we had a washing machine that washed clothes in 15 minutes instead of 30 minutes, then we would want that one; then we would want the newer one that claims to wash our clothes in 10 minutes. Then we would want the newer one after that, which is ever faster. The problem is our human nature as it is, is never satisfied. […]

How They Make Us Sick Trying to Make Us Well

by David Antion (Pasadena, California) Do you have sugar diabetes?Well, it might all depend upon the year. Prior to 1997, if you had a fasting blood sugar level over 140 you were considered to have sugar diabetes. But in 1997 an expert committee on the diagnosis and classification of diabetes lowered this number. After 1997 you had sugar diabetes if you had a fasting blood sugar level over 126. When doctors saw that a person had a blood sugar of over 125, they immediately diagnosed them with sugar diabetes. When diagnosed, they treated them. Even though the patient may not have […]

What is “Sucralose”?

by Jeffrey Caldwell (Redwood City, California) Technically, the correct chemical name for “sucralose” — a popular ‘sugar substitute’ – is “1,6-dichloro-1,6-dideoxy-beta-D-fructofuranosyl-4-chloro-4-deoxy-alpha-D-galactopyranoside” (!) Sucralose is a common ingredient in “light” calorie foods. “Sucralose” is a generic trade name for Splenda*, the artificial sweetener advertised as “made from sugar”. The “ose” ending is standard in chemistry for real sugars, such as sucrose, glucose, or dextrose. But sucralose is actually a sweet-tasting chlorinated hydrocarbon. Sucralose is an official nickname coined to sell the chlorinated hydrocarbon “1,6-dichloro-1,6-dideoxy-beta-D-fructofuranosyl-4-chloro-4-deoxy-alpha-D-galactopyranoside” as a sugar substitute. Splenda — “1,6-dichloro-1,6-dideoxy-beta-D-fructofuranosyl-4-chloro-4-deoxy-alpha-D-galactopyranoside” — is indeed made from sugar – by means of a complicated […]

Invisible Wounds That Scar the Soul

by Brenda Branson (Hanson, Kentucky) Copyright © 2004 “Yelling at living things does tendto kill the spirit in them. Sticks and stones may break our bones, but words will break our hearts . . .” Robert Fulghum It is difficult for a man who punches a woman or throws her into a wall to not know that he is an abuser. It is equally difficult for a woman who sustains a black eye and body bruises not to know she has been abused, although both of them find rationales to avoid reality.However, the subtle manifestations of nonphysical abuse usually escape acknowledgement—at least for a […]

The Coming of the Son of Man

by Ray Daly (Lincoln, North Dakota) This short study is based on the Scriptural teachings regarding the coming of the Son of Man, at the end time. At which end time he will, after all enemies have been removed, sit on his throne, and begin to teach and judge the peoples on earth. Allowing them to make their own choices, and not “forcing the Truth” down their throats. As the saying goes. Consider the following Scriptures regarding the Son of Man, and the role he will play on earth. For, he will come to the earth at least two […]

2018 poll: 40 percent of Americans trust science “a great deal”

(Copyright) by Curtis Dahlgren (Stephenson, Michigan) “If you cannot question it, it’s not science. It’s propaganda.” – meme ON WISCONSIN magazine, Spring 2020, published an article, “There’s no war on Science among the American Public; an analysis of opinion polls over time shows that Americans across the political spectrum maintain high levels of confidence in scientists.” The real question is, do we have a high level of confidence in polls? And 40 percent trust is nothing to brag about. Excerpt from the article: “In the 2018 General Social Survey, about 40 percent of respondents reported a great deal of confidence in the […]

Your Bank Account

Sent by Robert Chisolm (Email) This is AWESOME….something we should all remember. A 92-year-old, petite, well-poised and proud man, who is fully dressed each morning by eight o’clock, with his hair fashionably combed and shaved perfectly, even though he is legally blind, moved to a nursing home today. His wife of 70 years recently passed away, making the move necessary. After many hours of waiting patiently in the lobby of the nursing home, he smiled sweetly when told his room was ready. As he maneuvered his walker to the elevator, I provided a visual description of his tiny room, including the eyelet sheets […]

Feasts of Charity

by William P. Goff (Myrtle Beach, South Carolina) Last time I spoke, we were discussing the overall condition of the church of God, and how the church is lacking; yes, lacking in spiritual power in these latter days in which we are living. We were discussing how the miracles that our Lord assured would follow those who believe (the signs that He would perform to confirm where He is working) are absent today from the rollcall (if you will) within the church of the Living God. Where are these signs brethren, the signs that were to follow? The Powerful Spiritual gifts that […]

The “AT LARGE” Christian

(Copyright) by Rich Traver (Clifton, Colorado) In the middle decades of the twentieth century, a movement within the Churches of God began to gain a momentum not seen previously in the modern era. What began as a radio-based ministry took root and grew exponentially, providing a nucleus for a potent organization that changed the landscape of the Church for the next several decades. From rather simple beginnings, that organization grew to become the most dynamic within the spectrum of organizations previously known. It created waves among its predecessors, but even more among the evangelical religious community. The organization went on […]

True Values

by Jeffrey Caldwell (Redwood City, California) True Values of the Kingdom of God for the Bride of Christ: In respect to the family the Father and the Son are building, freedom the supreme value! God has more freedom than any created being. Sometimes we say, quite truly, “God is love”–God always chooses godly love–the very nature of His holiness! His is a HOLY love. His holy teaching guidance, His holy commandments guidance–in HOLY love. The GENUINE freedom of God that He wants for all of His children is HOLY freedom. All of the LORD’s holy days – the weekly Sabbath, the annual Sabbaths […]

Preparation for Hard Times

January 1, 2022May 3, 2025 by Laura Lee

by Laura Lee (Bismarck, North Dakota) This list is not just written by me and even though I will print this in the newsletter, this list is not complete. Some people have already helped me with this list but did not want to be named. I thank them for their input. Once this list has been printed, I will post a link to it on the newsletter as it goes out each week and when you think of something that should be on the list, please let us know and we will add it to the list. Times have been hard […]

What was WRONG with the Pharisees?

by Nathaniel Burson (Big Sandy, Texas) What was wrong with the Pharisees? Why did Christ condemn them? Was it for keeping the letter of the law? WHY would He condemn them for doing what HE, HIMSELF said? HE DIDN’T! He never condemned them for the righteous things they did! Matthew 23:23 Woe unto you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! for ye pay tithe of mint and anise and cummin, and have omitted the weightier matters of the law, judgment, mercy, and faith: these ought ye to have done, and not to leave the other undone. Notice He said that tithing of mint, anise, and […]

Something to Do!

by James Steinle (Swanville, Minnesota) Something to Do!by James Steinle (Swanville, Minnesota) Every 5 weeks I can send in a ‘letter to the editor’ of our local Morrison County Newspaper which I have been doing for less than a year now. The letter must be limited to 200 words or less (not counting the title or signature). My hope is some other believers might be inclined to start doing the same thing in their local paper area. Below is an example of two for any interest or inspiration. Example 1:BEST GIFT TO GIVEWhat gift could we possibly give to someone who has […]

Isn’t it Strange?

Sent by Robert Chisolm (Email) Isn’t it strange how a 20-dollar bill seems like such a large amount when you donate it to church, but such a small amount when you go shopping? Isn’t it strange how 2 hours seem so long when you’re at church, and how short they seem when you’re watching a good movie? Isn’t it strange that you can’t find a word to say when you’re praying but you have no trouble thinking what to talk about with a friend? Isn’t it strange how difficult and boring it is to read one chapter of the Bible, but how easy […]

One Flaw in Women

January 1, 2022May 9, 2025 by Laura Lee

Sent by Rich Daniels (Shawano, Wisconsin) Women have strengths that amaze men. They bear hardships and they carry burdens, but they hold happiness, love and joy. They smile when they want to scream. They sing when they want to cry. They cry when they are happy and laugh when they are nervous. They fight for what they believe in. They stand up to injustice. They don’t take “no” for an answer when they believe there is a better solution. They go without so their family can have. They go to the doctor with a frightened friend. They love unconditionally. They […]

Thanksgiving Day – Pagan?

January 1, 2022May 3, 2025 by Laura Lee

by Bradley RichardsonEdited and Revised by Avram Yehoshua (Flagstaff, Arizona) Before getting into the actual history of Thanksgiving, which may shock some people, let’s look at two Christian arguments for keeping it: ‘I don’t keep Thanksgiving Day as a holy day. It’s a national day of giving thanks for what God has provided. It’s not a holy day.’ Isn’t this the response many Christians use for justifying Sunday, Easter, and Christmas? Many who observe those thoroughly pagan days do not keep them as pagan holy days but observe them none the less. The question is: Is it right to keep any of […]

Does God Love All Men Equally?

by Nathaniel Burson (Big Sandy, Texas) The churches in the world today almost UNIVERSALLY believe that God loves ALL MEN equally, showing no favoritism, AFTER ALL, they say, God is not a respecter of persons! What does your BIBLE say – the very words GOD HIMSELF inspired to be written for you? You’ll find that it says that God does NOT love all men Equally! He, Himself said so! Psalms 11:5 The LORD trieth the righteous: but the wicked and him that loveth violence his soul HATETH Yes, the Lord HATES the wicked! He does NOT LOVE HIM the same as a RIGHTEOUS […]

Roles of Father, Son and Holy Spirit

December 25, 2021May 6, 2025 by Laura Lee

by Ray Daly (Lincoln, North Dakota) Mathew 28:19. “Go you therefore and teach all nations. BAPTIZING them in the NAME of the Father, and [the NAME of] the Son, and [the NAME of] the Holy Spirit!” Obviously, I applied the word “Name” in brackets, when referring to the latter two. Simply, because most of mainstream Christianity believes that that is the main “topic” of the above. The names of the “three” beings in the God head. It seems that, even though they believe the three mentioned are three individuals, they NEVER tell us what said names are. While the […]

A Nation That Talks the Talk, but Refuses to Walk the Walk

(Copyright) by Richard Markland (London, Ohio) When it comes to problems, America is a nation that naively believes it has the leisure of looking the other way and turning a blind eye to what is urgent and in need of immediate attention. This in all actuality is a monumental understatement when realizing the cold hard reality of what we’ve become as a nation and people. Even though the very survival of the country is at stake, this is a generation either in complete denial of its true condition or is tragically viewing problems with a wait and see attitude. This non-urgent […]

America’s Founding Documents Declared “Harmful” By Our Own Government

by Eddie Hyatt (Tulsa, Oklahoma) In a stunning capitulation to the Marxist crusade to transform America, the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) has determined that America’s founding documents may be “harmful or difficult” for some users. They have, therefore, posted a “Harmful Language Alert” above their online catalog, which includes the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. Constitution, and other documents related to our founding. With statues of George Washington and Thomas Jefferson being toppled, the 1619 narrative being taught in public schools, and now this official warning of potential “harm” in reading America’s founding documents, it is obvious that the Leftist […]

The Plain Truth about The Way

by Jeffrey Caldwell (Redwood City, California) The way to: Advance the Kingdom of God Advance the true values of the Kingdom of God Express pure devotion to Christ Eat from the Tree of Life Genuinely love God “Follow none but the LORD your God, and revere none but Him; observe His commandments alone, and heed only His orders; worship none but Him, and hold fast to Him” (Moses, the man of God, his last sermon; Deuteronomy 13:5, Tanakh, a new translation of the Holy Scriptures according to the traditional Hebrew text). Please forgive me if I am tempted to shout this (in my exceedingly loud voice) but, […]

The Feasts of Israel and the Church

by Avram Yehoshua (Flagstaff, Arizona) The use of many of the Feasts of Israel in Acts and First Corinthians, and them as time markers, reveals that the Apostles continued to celebrate them all their lives. The Church teaches that the Feasts were ‘done away with’ at the crucifixion, and therefore, Christians don’t keep them, but NT Scripture clearly reveals otherwise: 1. Acts 2:1 30 AD—The Feast of Weeks (Hebrew: Shavu’ot—Pentecost; Ex. 34:22; Dt. 16:9-10)2. Acts 12:3 44 AD—The Feast of Unleavened Bread (Ex. 12:8, 15f.; 23:15; 34:18; Lev. 23:6f)3. Acts 12:4 44 AD—Passover (Ex. 12:11, 27; Lev. 23:5f.; Num. 9:5; 28:16; […]

Holy Day Charts

(Copyright) by Craig White (Australia)

Your Duck is Dead

Sent by Ted & Joanne Saunders (Renton, Washington) A woman brought a very limp duck into a veterinary surgeon. As she laid her pet on the table, the vet pulled out his stethoscope and listened to the bird’s chest. After a moment or two, the vet shook his head and sadly said, “I’m sorry, your duck, Cuddles, has passed away.” The distressed woman wailed, “Are you sure?” “Yes, I am sure, your duck is dead,” replied the vet. How can you be so sure?” she protested. “I mean you haven’t done any testing on him or anything. He might just be in […]

It Happened Near You

by Jonathan Gray (New Zealand) Amazing, don’t you think? Incredibly, 4 million in America alone. As many as 4 million citizens from all walks of life claim to have been kidnapped against their will. And to have suffered medical and examination procedures, and even bizarre sexual assault, aboard alien spacecraft (according to research polls such as the Roper poll). Oh, come on! An encounter with a space “alien”? Nonsense! Yet these include sane and honest persons making the claim. So how can we know the truth? Is it possible that the experience itself may be real, but the contactee being the victim of a well-orchestrated, clever […]

Understanding Circumcision and the New Testament Covenant

by Gregory Diaz (Wayne, New Jersey) The great controversy of the New Testament church regarded whether or not gentile believers needed to be circumcised. It will be seen that this question is one concerning whether the unconverted may fellowship with the church. It is a question regarding communication. Communication is the key component of the gospel message. We know that God inspired it on Pentecost at the founding of the church. Romans 10:17 says “So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.” Also, Malachi 3:16 says “Then they that feared the LORD spake often one to […]

Strive to Be a Perfect Servant of the Most High

by Alfio La Spina (Sooke British Columbia, Canada) Matthew 20:25-28 (ESV) 25 But Jesus called them to him and said, “You know that the rulers of the Gentiles lord it over them, and their great ones exercise authority over them. 26 It shall not be so among you. But whoever would be great among you must be your servant, 27 and whoever would be first among you must be your slave, 28 even as the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.” Those of us that have […]

Can There Be False Prophets… Today?

by Royce Mitchell, Jr. (Manvel, Texas) Virtually from the beginning of the existence of man there have been those trying to deceive man with false doctrines and teachings. We are even told that one of the last enemies of God to be put away is the False Prophet. Whoever these people are, we need to be aware of their existence and to work steadfastly to keep our minds free from their false teachings. This author hopes to guide the brethren in their quest to be one of those who it is impossible to deceive in the end. We first need to […]

Jews of Judea Today

by Ray Daly (Lincoln, North Dakota) I have been engaged in a normal “2-3” year project. That being, the creation of “room” in my bedroom/office! Meaning, I have to “throw stuff out”. To make room for that which is yet to come. Hopefully? Yet, I do not try to “throw out”, until I have reviewed contents, to see if I may have passed by the “savable”. Which brings me to an article in the 9/10/16, #119 issue of AR. Titled. “Did Newton Predict the State of Israel”. By John Chambers. He is referring to the “Israeli Jews” living in […]

A “Populist Uprising” is Confronting the Darkness in America

by Eddie Hyatt (Tulsa, Oklahoma) Back in June, I sensed the Holy Spirit saying that “a populist uprising is coming to America.” I had a sense of the meaning of “populist” but decided to look it up since it is not a word I use. I was presently surprised by what I discovered. “Populist” refers to people—to common everyday people. I then knew that “uprising” merely referred to common, everyday people arising, praying, taking a stand, and letting their voices be heard. Since that time, I have seen parents flooding school board meetings to protest the introduction of Critical Race Theory […]

A Scriptural Perspective on Tithing

by James Steinle (Swanville, Minnesota) Tithing has long been established in the various COG’s and emphasized in many religious denominations and usually by most “ministers” (generically speaking) that have a “work”. It seems most feel the tithe(s) is still COMMANDED by Scripture and especially on money. However, how closely do those who like to be receivers of tithes follow and teach actually what the Bible commands about tithing? Remember, we are not to add to or take away from what is taught in Scripture. For many years I tithed on my wages in a 1st tithe, a 2nd tithe (to […]

Black Criminal Opportunity?

by Richard Frates (Easley, South Carolina) Love your Black Criminal – Hate Your White Neighbor! Wealthy and powerful – black athletes – relish the opportunity to insult white people and America at sports events; cheered on by media demons. Unappreciative that white people and America has made them rich. They are not thankful for what they have or “love their neighbors”. Instead, they delight in, insulting their neighbors publicly; in support of black criminals they would not, invite into their homes, unsupervised. Why express a – pretend love – for criminal blacks? Is it because they are black racists seeking […]

Love

Sent by Ted & Joanne Saunders (Renton, Washington) Whenever there is hopeThat keeps a dream alive, Wherever there is joyThat fills a grateful heart, Wherever there is happinessThat brings a smileTo another’s face, There is love…For love is what makes usHopeful, joyful,And happiest of all.

Do Church Eras Exist?

(Copyright) by Craig White (Australia)

Avoiding the Devil’s Details

by Royce Mitchell, Jr. (Manvel, Texas) There is among some of the brethren the tendency to want to make sure that everyone has exactly correct doctrine according to the Word of God. Some are kind and understanding of differences in understanding. Some are combative and accusative of the brethren. Certainly, it can be understood that good-hearted brethren want others to be sure that they are right before God so that they are accounted worthy to stand before Him at the end. However, as former presidential candidate Ross Perot said in his campaign speeches, “the devils in the details.” Our desire […]

How to Understand Prophecy

by BibleStudy.org (Farmington, Michigan) What is Biblical Prophecy? How can we understand it? Simply put, prophecy is history foretold before it happens. God uses it to reveal events to occur in the future and to warn man to repent and change his ways. The Bible is the only book ever written that can demonstrate its supernatural inspiration through prophecy. Our Creator not only can predict the future, he also has the power to cause his predictions to occur in every detail! Fulfilled Biblical prophecy is a major proof of God’s existence. They attest to his authority and power to influence the course […]

The Festival of Atonement

by B. L. Cocherell (Nevada) The Day of Atonement is the fifth annual festival, and is probably one of the most complex, mysterious, and misunderstood of the festivals celebrated in ancient Israel. However, God has preserved the knowledge and understanding of his plan of salvation in all of the annual Festivals which he revealed to the Israelites after he brought them out of Egypt. In order to fully understand the meaning of the fifth festival, it is important to begin by understanding that Israel’s physical deliverance from Egypt was prophetic of being freed from the bondage of sin and its […]

Black Citizens of America

by Ray Daly (Lincoln, North Dakota) “Their Past History” The following information comes from a number of sources, but for those that would like to have an overview of what I am reporting, they can look up a book written by J.N. Andrews, and L.R. Conrad. Titled: “Early Christianity in Africa”. Consider this one quote from their writing. “Africa received the light of the Gospel in the first century of the Christian Church.” Other sources show that this “light” came as a result of the Levite Barnabas and his nephew Mark taking the Gospel message to Ethiopia, just after Paul […]

Another Fine Old Mess!

by John Jewell (London, England) Do you remember the Laurel and Hardy films or movies of years ago? Every now and again one will pop up on television. One of the catchphrases used by Oliver Hardy was “this is another fine old mess you’ve got me into.” It’s a phrase that with a slight adaptation would fit the way the world is right now. Re-stated it looks like this “regarding the planet what a fine old mess we’ve got ourselves into!” I’ve also just been listening to a discussion on BBC World Service’s “One Planet” series. The three contributors made some […]

Chocolate Torte (Unleavened Recipe)

Sent by Rich Daniels (Shawano, Wisconsin) Bottom Layer = Crust1/2 cup or 1 stick of butter1 cup Flour1 Cup PecansMix. Put in oven at 350 degrees till light brownLet Cool Second Layer1 Package 8 oz. Creme Cheese1 Cup sugar1/2 container of 9 oz. Cool WhipMix. Put on crust. Third Layer1 Package Chocolate Pudding = Instant1 Package Vanilla Pudding = Instant3 cups of MilkMix and spread Last LayerTop off with rest of Cool Whip.

The State of the Church Today: Disheartening Woes? Or Doing His Will?

by Michael R. Zaeske (Kalamazoo, Michigan)

The Feast is Over…Now What?

by Staff (Charlotte, North Carolina) This year the Feast of Tabernacles was a great one—again. We have come home uplifted, encouraged, inspired, and corrected. We are filled with resolve to grow and overcome. We recognized God’s Spirit in both the ministry and the brethren. We heard expounded a great deal of God’s Word, and much of our fellowship centered on spiritual matters. During the Feast, we may even have committed ourselves to certain actions. We only wish everyone in the world could have heard what we heard and experienced what we have just experienced. We wonder how a Feast could be any […]

Obedience is Life

by Alfio La Spina (Sooke British Columbia, Canada) Obedience to the Word of God starts in the heart. The beginning of wisdom is the fear of the Lord. Proverbs 1:7 (NIV) 7 The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and instruction. Proverbs 9:10 (NIV) 10 The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding. Psalms 111:10 (NIV) 10 The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom; all who follow his precepts have good understanding. To him belongs eternal praise. The fear of our Lord and God […]

The True Trinity Doctrine

by Darwin Lee (Bismarck, North Dakota) The True Trinity Doctrineby Darwin Lee (Bismarck, North Dakota) 1: John 17:22 And the glory which thou gavest me I have given them; …………, even as we are one:” 2: John 17:22 “And the glory which thou gavest me I have given them; that they may be one, ……….” 3: John 17:21 “That they all may be one; as thou, Father, art in me, and I in thee, that they also may be one in us: …….” Thus: three in one and one in three: 1. God, 2. Jesus and 3. they-us (God’s chosen ones, now). John 17:21 Or: […]

To: God.com

Sent by Robert Chisolm (Email) Dear Lord, Every single eveningAs I’m lying here in bed,This tiny little PrayerKeeps running through my head: God bless all my familyWherever they may be,Keep them warmand safe from harmFor they’re so close to me. And God, there is one more thingI wish that you could do;Hope you don’t mind me asking,Please bless my computer too. Now I know that it’s unusualTo Bless a motherboard,But listen just a secondWhile I explain it to you, Lord. You see, that little metal boxHolds more than odds and ends;Inside those small compartmentsRest so many of my friends. I […]

Letter from Melanie Heitkamp and My Answer to It

by Laura Lee (Bismarck, North Dakota) November 10, 2018 Dear Melanie Heitkamp,Your letter was handed to me by my husband yesterday. We do not have a mail receptacle outside our residence and often forget to even look for the occasional letter that may show up there. This is to explain why we did not see this letter until yesterday. I am sure your letter was meant to pull at the heartstrings of many voters across the state of North Dakota, so they would vote for your sister Heidi Heitkamp and elect her for her second term in the US Senate. I […]

Gold

Sent by Ted & Joanne Saunders (Renton, Washington) There once was a rich man who was near death. He was very grieved because he had worked so hard for his money, and he wanted to be able to take it with him to heaven. So, he began to pray that he might be able to take some of his wealth with him. An angel hears his plea and appears to him. “Sorry, but you can’t take your wealth with you.” The man implores the angel to speak to God to see if He might bend the rules. The man continues to pray […]

Do You Desire the Day of the Lord?

by David C. Grabbe (Charlotte, North Carolina) In II Peter 3:10, the apostle prophesies that “the day of the Lord will come as a thief in the night, in which the heavens will pass away with a great noise, and the elements will melt with fervent heat; both the earth and the works that are in it will be burned up.” The Day of the Lord is a period of judgment just before Jesus Christ’s return when He will judge in favor of some but against many more. All but the most liberal mainstream Christians are looking forward to Christ’s return. However, many […]

Fulfil Your Specific Ministry Effectively

(Copyright) by Zac Poonen (Bangalore, India) In the Old Testament, the prophets spoke about a remnant among God’s people. They spoke about how in a time of spiritual decline among God’s people, there would be a few who would remain faithful to God. The theme of the Prophets was restoration. “The more we come into fellowship with God’s heart, the more we will share His burden.” For example, Hosea spoke about spiritual adultery and God’s unchanging love. Habakkuk spoke about the conflict of faith and triumph of faith. Zechariah’s burden was the movement of God’s people from Babylon to Jerusalem. Haggai’s burden […]

Let No One Deceive You

by Richard T. Ritenbaugh (Charlotte, North Carolina) As Daniel 12:4 predicts, we live in a time of increasing knowledge. Data flows constantly around the globe, facilitated by communications satellites, the Internet, television and radio, newspapers and magazines, telephones, pagers, and a host of other means and methods. This rapid—indeed, almost instantaneous—flow of information makes possible the doubling of man’s knowledge in just a few years rather than the decades it used to take. Having such a sea of information available at the touch of a key or the click of a mouse makes some people uneasy. They may like being able to get […]

Spiritual Gifts

by Betty Schatzle (West Chester, Ohio) In order to have and use the spiritual gifts that God gives individual persons, we must first have the Holy Spirit within us. To receive the Holy Spirit, you must first believe there is only one God and that he created all things in heaven and on Earth. Acts. 2:38 says “Repent and let everyone of you be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins; and you shall receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.” Jesus gave the Holy Spirit to His believers only, not to the whole world. […]

The Nightmare of Diabetes

by David Antion (Pasadena, California) A client of mine came in with tears this morning. She just got news that her mother, age 69, had only a short time to live and was in the final stages of kidney failure. Her mother has had type II diabetes for years and just a few weeks ago had to have her toes removed from one foot because of gangrene. I personally know of 8 people who are struggling with diabetes and its complications. Diabetes is one of the leading causes of death in the United States. And it is on the rise […]

Take Heed That No Man Deceive You

by Garry D. Pifer (Bloomington, Illinois) Jesus’ disciples came to Him on the mount of Olives and asked Him what would be the sign of His coming and of the end of the world. His response, known as the Olivet prophecy, is found in Matthew 24 and Mark 13. It is interesting to note His first statement, as recorded in verses 4 and 5 of Matthew 24. He instructed them, and us, to “take heed that no man deceive you.” He continued by saying “many shall come” and “shall deceive many.” They would be able to do that by […]

Baptism

Sent by Ted & Joanne Saunders (Renton, Washington) Johnny’s Mother looked out the window and noticed him “playing church” with their cat. He had the cat sitting quietly and he was preaching to it. She smiled and went about her work. A while later she heard loud meowing and hissing and ran back to the open window to see Johnny baptizing the cat in a tub of water. She called out, “Johnny, stop that! The cat is afraid of water!” Johnny looked up at her and said, “He should have thought about that before he joined my church.”

Marriage!

by James Steinle (Swanville, Minnesota) What joy! What happiness! What excitement the thought of marriage brings! What a paradox that weddingsat first seem so far off yet rush to quickly to the date. A bride to be, how flushed and beautiful and full of life! Hearts are full of exploding effervescence as though as a bottle of exquisite French Champagne. What joy shines out of sparkling eyes, so full of laughter and hidden mystery. Bride and groom, looking forward to spending a lifetime together. Looking forward to growing in loving and righteous character as the years roll on. Learning of love, patience, […]

The Days of Noah

(Copyright) by Samuel C. Baxter (Wadsworth, Ohio) What Was It Really Like Before the Flood?Cutting through countless theories, wild speculation, and odd ideas, there is much more to the story of Noah than most realize.FacebookTwitterEmailCopy LinkMore183“Once upon a time, long ago…” Unless you are in primary school, this worn-out first line is usually a cue to zone out. A child’s story is sure to follow. The tale will likely include cookie-cutter heroes and villains, a damsel in distress, and maybe a giant or two. It is usually a highly implausible myth, legend, or parable. This is how most view the idea of a […]

Charles Lyell and the “evolution” of Evolution

November 20, 2021April 25, 2025 by Laura Lee

(Copyright) by David Rives (Tennessee) Charles Lyell was a British lawyer and geologist who lived during the nineteenth century. He published a three-volume work called Principles of Geology, which promoted his ideas of an old earth, geologic ages, and uniformitarianism. This is the belief that the present is the key to the past. He believed that the slow and gradual processes we see today are the same processes that shaped our planet’s geology over millions of years. Lyell outright rejected the Bible as God’s Word and rejected it as an accurate account of earth’s history. He actually wrote that he wanted […]

His Last Day Ever

November 20, 2021April 25, 2025 by Laura Lee

by Jonathan Gray (New Zealand) “Get out! Get ready!” said the email in my box last Thursday. “Prepare while you have the chance.” There was urgency in the tone. “Get out of the big cities” quickly. And away from coastlines? Well, warnings like this had been coming for about five years now. Some from possible crackpots, but others through reputable intelligence sources. Now the warnings were growing more urgent. Our world economy in danger of collapse angry nations planning to invade when the collapse occurs, trial runs in some cities for possible nuclear attacks, Planet X on its way toward Earth, to cause […]

UFOS Exist! But What are They?

November 20, 2021April 25, 2025 by Laura Lee

(Copyright) by Lloyd W. Cary (Tyler, Texas) Are UFOs real—and if so, what are they? Does the Bible speak of UFOs? Was God an ancient astronaut? Are we being visited by non-earthlings, and if so, who are they and what do they want? Who will ultimately rule space? You can know! And the answers will astound you! –Part One–UFOs Exist… In this supposed age of reason, public officials and scientists find themselves facing a new wave of interest in unexplained phenomena. UFO sightings, testimony about alien abductions, and government agencies dabbling in telepathy have produced a steady stream of headlines. A […]

Calcium Complexities

November 13, 2021April 24, 2025 by Laura Lee

by David Antion (Pasadena, California) They say, “Take calcium. Take more. Add citric acid. Add phosphorus.” Did you know that there are three “kinds” of calcium in your body? What do you need to build bone and absorb calcium? Read this article for a thorough and sane approach to the problem of calcium absorption. The most abundant mineral in your body is calcium. You probably know it is plentiful in your bones. But do you know that calcium also has to be in your blood stream? At all times your blood must carry a certain amount of calcium in its […]

Respect or Respect of Persons?

November 13, 2021April 24, 2025 by Laura Lee

by John W. Ritenbaugh (Lancaster, South Carolina) The Bible frequently cautions us against respect of persons, yet we are also instructed to show proper respect for leaders, the elderly, and others. What is the proper balance? Unlike the current parental teaching, people in previous generations were taught to practice different attitudes of respect for people and property than the public generally holds today. Deference was given freely to many. Men and boys were expected to give up their seats on crowded buses and street cars to women, the elderly or disabled. People commonly addressed strangers—both rich or poor—as “Sir,” “Ma’am,” “Mister” […]

What in the World is Wormwood?

November 13, 2021April 29, 2025 by Laura Lee

by BibleStudy.org (Farmington, Michigan) What is wormwood? Where is it located in the Bible? What does it mean? How is it related to the prophetic Day of the Lord? Wormwood, in the Old Testament, is derived from a Hebrew word meaning bitterness or to curse (Strong’s Concordance #H3939). It was considered cursed since it was regarded as poisonous. Given that the word is found, in the KJV Bible, seven times in seven verses (Deuteronomy 29:18, Proverbs 5:4, Jeremiah 9:15, 23:15, Lamentations 3:15, 19 and Amos 5:7) it may symbolize complete bitterness or a perfect poison. In the latter regard, it is interesting to note that the […]

Jesus Paid it All

November 13, 2021April 24, 2025 by Laura Lee

Sent by Robert Chisolm (Email) After living what I felt was a ‘decent’ life, my time on earth came to an end.The first thing I remember is sitting on a bench in the waiting Roomof what I thought to be a court house. The doors opened and I was instructed to come in and have a seat by the defense table. As I looked around I saw the ‘prosecutor.’ He was a villainous looking gent who snarled as he stared at me. He definitely was the most evil person I have ever seen. I sat down and looked to my […]

Sin is Crouching at the Door

November 6, 2021April 23, 2025 by Laura Lee

by Alfio La Spina (Victoria British Columbia) 6 Then the Lord said to Cain, “Why are you angry? Why is your face downcast? 7 If you do what is right, will you not be accepted? But if you do not do what is right, sin is crouching at your door; it desires to have you, but you must rule over it.” (Genesis 4:6-7 NIV) We are faced with choices every day whether it be what we think about, say, or do. We get thoughts and many times these thoughts are not good ones, so we are faced with a decision whether to […]

Who was Jesus Christ?

November 6, 2021April 23, 2025 by Laura Lee

by Keith Slough (Kannapolis, North Carolina) The world does not understand. The billions of Earth’s population have not heard. Even many Americans simply don’t know the truth about who Jesus of Nazareth really was. Surprisingly, even some church goers do not know the true identity of Jesus of Nazareth. While most professing Christians do understand that Jesus is the promised Messiah whom we read about in the Old Testament (such as Daniel 9), there are those who cannot identify who Jesus actually was! It’s time you knew. More than One Person in the GodheadWe are told in the inspired scriptures of the New […]

Clouds

November 6, 2021April 25, 2025 by Laura Lee

(Part One): A Really Special Cloudby Charles Whitaker (Charlotte, North Carolina) “God’s cloud led them on by day when they broke camp and set out.” (Numbers 10:34, The Voice) One of the most nuanced yet telling dichotomies in God’s Word is that of concealment and revelation. Keeping something under one’s hat is the opposite of bringing it out into the open. The gambler who plays close to the vest is not likely to tip his hand. Anyone who is characteristically tight-lipped is not wont to spill the beans. The tension between God’s keeping a secret and sharing it with others mirrors another basic dichotomy, […]

A Puzzle Joke

November 6, 2021April 24, 2025 by Laura Lee

Part 1Sent by Ted & Joanne Saunders (Renton, Washington) A girl calls her boyfriend and says, “please come over here and help me. I have a really hard jigsaw puzzle, and I can’t figure out how to get started. Her boyfriend asks, “What is it supposed to be when it is finished?” The girl says, “According to the picture on the box, it’s a rooster.” Her boyfriend decides to go over and help with the puzzle. She lets him in and shows him where she has the puzzle spread all over the table. He studies the pieces for a moment, then looks at the box, […]

Comparison of Psalm 83 with Daniel 11

November 6, 2021April 23, 2025 by Laura Lee

(Copyright) by Craig White (Australia)

Like a Tree

by Mike Ford (Oxford, Georgia) “He shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that brings forth its fruit in its season, whose leaf also shall not wither; and whatever he does shall prosper.” (Psalm 1:3) The Eighth Day, often called the Last Great Day, immediately following the Feast of Tabernacles, represents the Great White Throne Judgment period, which will last, we believe, a hundred years. Just as this day follows the Feast of Tabernacles, the hundred years follow the Millennium, continuing all the benefits of that time. Isaiah 65:20-22, a beautiful section of Scripture, speaks of this period: No more […]

Just What Do You Mean Apostasy?

by Robert E. Tigue (Des Plains, Illinois) An apostasy is not people leaving an organization…. but it is the organization leaving…. turning aside from…or abandoning Truth. Apostasy (from Greek, meaning a defection or revolt, from, apo, “away, apart”, stasis, “standing”) is a term generally employed to describe the formal abandonment or renunciation of one’s religion, especially if the motive is deemed unworthy. In a technical sense, as used sometimes by sociologists without the pejorative connotations of the word, the term refers to renunciation and criticism of, or opposition to one’s former religion. One who commits apostasy is an apostate, or one […]

On the Lighter Side of Life

Sent by Ted & Joanne Saunders (Renton, Washington) Bilingual BarnyardA flock of sheep are romping in a field, happily going “baa baa” to each other and discussing life as usual when suddenly they hear a “moo mooooooooooooooooooo!” They look around and see only sheep. They carry on playing as before. “Moooooo mooooooooooo mmmoo!” One sheep can hear it all too clearly next to him. He shuffles away a little from his friend, a worried look on his face, and then asks, “Georgie, why are you mooing? You’re a sheep. Sheep go “baa!” His friend replies gladly, “I know. I thought I would learn […]

Must Women Be Silent in the Church?

by Jeffrey Caldwell (Redwood City, California) Ralph Woodrow, an evangelical Christian minister, is a correspondent of mine. He is a bit famous for formerly supporting Alexander Hislop’s thesis in The Two Babylon’s, but then repudiating his support in a follow-up book when he was challenged to check into the quality of Hislop’s scholarship, which he found quite lacking. He’s taken a lot of heat for that, but I believe he is being quite honest about it. He has written many short books which are edifying biblical studies and his latest is: Must Women Be Silent in the Church? a biblical study […]

The Mighty Grizzly – Reproducing After Their Own Kind

(Copyright) by David Rives (Tennessee) There are eight species of bears worldwide—the Asiatic black bear, also known as the moon bear, giant panda, Malayan sun bear, sloth bear, spectacled bear, brown bear, American black bear, and polar bear. Some of these species have subspecies, such as the grizzly bear, a subspecies of the brown bear. A couple of years ago I traveled to British Columbia, Canada and interacted with a real-life grizzly. They’re recognizable by their concave faces, the hump between their shoulders, and the lighter tips of their fur. This gives them almost a “grizzled” appearance, and that’s where the […]

Sabbath Thoughts: Forgiven as We Forgive

by Gary Miller (Pocahontas, Arkansas) “Forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors…” (Matt. 6:12) FORGIVING TRESPASSES “For if you forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you: But if you forgive not men their trespasses, neither will your heavenly Father forgive you.” (Matt. 6:14,15) WHAT FORGIVENESS REQUIRES:“If your brother trespass against you, rebuke him; and if he Repent, Forgive Him and if he trespass against you seven times in a day, and seven times in a day turn again to you, saying, I repent; you shall Forgive him.” (Lk. 17:3-4) Yahshua put forgiveness in context showing how it […]

Spirit Definition

by BibleStudy.org (Farmington Hills, Michigan) What does spirit mean in the Bible? How important is it to all conscious life in the universe? What vital role does it play in our eternal destiny? Spirit, in the King James Old Testament, is usually derived from the Hebrew word ruach (Strong’s Concordance #H7307). It can mean, among other things, a wind (Hosea 8:7), breath (Genesis 6:17) or mind (Genesis 26:35). The English word itself is recorded 244 times, with Isaiah utilizing it the most (37) followed by the prophet Ezekiel (26). The first recorded use of “spirit” is in the Bible’s second verse. And the earth was […]

Private Prayer

by Betty Schatzle (West Chester, Ohio) Jesus put considerable emphasis on Private Prayer (Matt 6:6). When you pray enter into your own room, shut the door and pray to your unseen Father and your Father who sees what is secret will reward you. Prayer is the highest exercise of man’s spiritual nature. First of all, we need to have a certain time to meet with God personally each and every day. David chose the mornings. “In the morning, O Lord you hear my voice, in the morning I lay my request before you and wait in expectation”. (Psalm 5:3). David’s tie […]

Are You in the True Church?

by Wayne Schatzle (West Chester, Ohio) Are you in the True Church that was founded by Jesus Christ? That is an important question to ask when you consider that Jesus warned there were false brethren and false ministers. Paul had a chilling warning to the church at Corinth:” There are false apostles, deceitful workers, transforming themselves into apostles of Christ’s. Marvel not! For Satan himself transforms himself into an angel of light, therefore it is no great thing if HIS ministers also transform themselves into ministers of righteousness”. That scripture should be a wakeup call to all of us. Consult […]

The Word, The Spirit and The Church

by Robert Schmid (Westminster, California) Is there any doubt in anybody’s mind that this world, that we live in, is NOT the Kingdom of God? I do not believe so, for we all know that we live in a world that is not God’s world, but Satan’s world. Satan is the ruler of this age, and the evidence of his rule is all around us. When Christ was on this earth, He was the light in a dark world, but after a few short years He left, to be at the right hand of God the Father in heaven. What about the […]

Have Faith as a Child

Sent by Rich Daniels (Shawano, Wisconsin) For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them. Matthew 18:20 Does this count? It doesn’t matter how many people you send this to, just remember if it made you smile, your friends will smile too.

Evolution

by Author Unknown (Internet) One day a 6-year-old girl was sitting in a classroom. The teacher was going to explain evolution to the children. THE TEACHER ASKED A LITTLE BOY: Tommy do you see the tree outside?TOMMY: Yes.TEACHER: Tommy, do you see the grass outside?TOMMY: Yes.TEACHER: Go outside and look up and see if you can see the sky.TOMMY: Okay. (He returned a few minutes later.) Yes, I saw the sky.TEACHER: Did you see God?TOMMY: No.TEACHER: That’s my point. We can’t see God because He isn’t there. He doesn’t exist. A little girl spoke up and wanted to ask the boy some […]

Holy Days: Atonement

by Richard T. Ritenbaugh (Charlotte, North Carolina) In our continuing study on the holy days, we have seen the plan of God broaden from our personal redemption and removal of sin in Jesus Christ’s offering of Himself on Passover to ridding the self of corruption in the Days of Unleavened Bread and to the founding of the church and giving of the Holy Spirit on Pentecost. Trumpets pictures the return of Christ, the changing of the saints into immortal spirit beings, and God’s judgment on all mankind. But before Christ’s rule on earth begins, another hurdle must be overcome: Spiritual cleansing leading to salvation must be made […]

Are UFO’s Real?

by Ernest L. Martin (Portland, Oregon) The letters UFO stand for ‘unidentified flying object.’ Technically, any flying object that remains unidentified by humans can be called a UFO. This means that if you are walking down a gravel road and a car comes that causes a small stone to hit you and you are unable to later identify it (because of the mass of small stones on the roadway), that would be a UFO. However, that is not what we are referring to in this Doctrinal Report We are also not speaking about weather balloons, lenticular clouds, new research aircraft, or unusual […]

The Test Commandment!

October 16, 2021April 28, 2025 by Laura Lee

by Robert Schmid (Westminster, California) Please open your Bibles to the gospel of John, the 14th chapter. John 14 and verse 15. Jesus Christ – God – is speaking to His disciples, that is, He is speaking to you and me, and He says: “IF, IF YOU LOVE ME, YOU WILL KEEP MY COMMANDMENTS”. In other words, those who do not keep all of Christ’s commandments do not love Him! Now we know that there are many people who claim to love Christ, claim to love God, but do all of them keep all of His commandments? How do we know? How can we […]

As It Was in The Days of Noah

by Alfio La Spina (Victoria British Columbia) Genesis 6:5 (ESV)5 The LORD saw that the wickedness of man was great in the earth, and that every intention of the thoughts of his heart was only evil continually. 2 Peter 2:5 (NIV)5 if he did not spare the ancient world when he brought the flood on its ungodly people, but protected Noah, a preacher of righteousness, and seven others, when he brought a flood upon the world of the ungodly; Noah and his family were the only ones saved from the flood. The rest were wicked and would not repent. Noah likely preached […]

A Parable

by Author Unknown (Internet) Everything I need to know about life, I learned from Noah’s Ark…# 1–Don’t miss the boat.# 2–Remember that we are all in the same boat.# 3–Plan ahead. It wasn’t raining when Noah built the Ark.# 4–Stay fit. When you’re 600 years old, someone may ask you to do something really big.# 5–Don’t listen to critics; just get on with the job that needs to be done.# 6–Build your future on high ground.# 7–For safety’s sake, travel in pairs.# 8–Speed isn’t always an advantage. The snails were on board with the cheetahs.# 9–When you’re stressed, float a […]

God’s Non-Transmittable Attributes

October 9, 2021April 22, 2025 by Laura Lee

(Part One) Omnipotenceby Martin G. Collins (Charlotte, North Carolina) There is a critical distinction between God’s transmittable attributes, which He shares with us, and His non-transmittable attributes, which He does not share with us. For example, when we attempt to describe God, we must consider that He is self-existent, self-sufficient, and eternal. These three qualities denote that God has existed and always will exist. He has no origin, needs, or changes, and He answers to no one (Colossians 1:17; Isaiah 40:13; Job 33:13; 41:11; Malachi 3:6). These attributes set God wholly apart from every living being. All physical life has an origin. In addition, living beings […]

Christmas, is it Scriptural?

October 9, 2021April 19, 2025 by Laura Lee

by David Klopfenstein (Kendallville, Indiana) WHAT ABOUT THE CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL?Since Christmas is one of the most celebrated religious holidays by Christianity today, wouldn’t you think that it must have come from the Bible? Therefore, Christianity should not object to an investigation of this tradition to see whether it is true or not. Many will say: “The birth of Messiah is in the scriptures, so why is there a need for an investigation?” Yes, the birth of Messiah is in the scriptures, and for the message of Messiah’s birth I do rejoice. Paul also rejoiced when the Gospel was preached regardless […]

The New Education

October 9, 2021April 19, 2025 by Laura Lee

by James McBride (United Kingdom) Many parents have received the brush-off when they ask, What did you do today at school? So, do you know what your child is being taught? Or do you just trust the school to do the ‘right’ thing? Can you be sure that they are taught values akin to your own? Is there a reason for an increasing number of parents choosing to homeschool their children? It used to be English, Math, Art, Gym, Geography, Religion. Now—in Primary! – it’s globalism, transgender, LGBTQ+, with a nod towards traditional subjects but each heavily loaded towards ‘climate change’, […]

Bees

October 9, 2021April 19, 2025 by Laura Lee

Sent by Sue Hyatt (Tulsa, Oklahoma)

God and Prayer

October 2, 2021April 18, 2025 by Laura Lee

by Betty Schatzle (West Chester, Ohio) No, I love you too much. Have you ever prayed long and hard about a problem and never received an answer? Boy, I have. You wonder if God is even listening or if He even cares. The Lord of the universe is not obliged to answer our prayer in the affirmative. He will not act in ways that are contrary to His will even if He is besieged by fervent prayer. That can be good, however, considering some of the things we request. Many of us have found it to be true that God […]

Universal Basic Income

October 2, 2021April 18, 2025 by Laura Lee

by Joseph B. Baity (Charlotte, North Carolina) Regardless of one’s perspective, the COVID-19 pandemic historically upended the global community. Of the many burdens the world has suffered in its wake, some of the greatest have been economic. In the United States, many businesses—large, medium, and small—were forced to shut down or dramatically scale back their operations for the best part of a year as much of society sheltered-in-place at home. Tragically, many of these businesses never reopened. Unemployment naturally skyrocketed to levels not seen since the Great Depression, and with that unemployment came widespread economic pain. Responding to the many fiscal woes of […]

Cleavage in the Church

October 2, 2021April 18, 2025 by Laura Lee

by Philip T. Derstine (Puckett, Mississippi) “If the foundations are destroyed, what can the righteous do?” We can speak up, so that our silence does not cause us to become partakers of other’s sins (Ezekiel 33, entire chapter). In this post-911 world, the sword has already come on the land with worse judgments to follow (verse 3), so when we see the connection between certain sins and an even more certain judgment, it is our job to warn the people being lulled to sleep by the complacency of Church leaders: The righteousness of the righteous shall not deliver him when he […]

Sharing Our Lives at the Feast

September 25, 2021April 18, 2025 by Laura Lee

by Mark Schindler (Charlotte, North Carolina) One of the great blessings that God gives us every year is the command to keep His holy days. As with all of His laws, they do much more for us than they do for Him. As a loving Father, He provides for our every need, and the holy days are a need that we do not fully realize that we have. The holy days give us a chance to spend extra time together. With other members of God’s church, we sing hymns, pray, and hear His Word expounded in a setting suitable for drawing us closer to each […]

The House of God: Where it was Built?

September 25, 2021April 18, 2025 by Laura Lee

by Samuel S. Martin (Israel) When Moses led the children of Israel out of Egypt, at that time, God dwelled among the Israelites in a moveable tent which was called “the Tabernacle.” Moses constructed this tent according to a pattern that the LORD had shown him when he was on Mount Sinai. “And have them make me a sanctuary, so that I may dwell among them. In accordance with all that I show you concerning the pattern of the tabernacle and of all its furniture, so you shall make it.” (Exodus 25:8,9 NRSV) This tabernacle existed for almost 500 years because from […]

A Drop to Drink

by Joseph B. Baity (Charlotte, North Carolina) Water is growing markedly more precious with the extended and expanding droughts of the American West. Some sub-regions count 2021 as the twenty-first consecutive year of too little rain. Currently, 95 percent of the West—the most extensive area ever on record—is officially in drought, with 65 percent rated “extreme” or “exceptional,” the two direst categories. As a result, hydrologists and other water experts are anxiously preparing for an unpleasant announcement, expected later this month, of the first-ever federally declared water shortage on the Colorado River. This declaration includes Lake Mead, the nation’s largest capacity […]

No Erosion Between Rock Layers!

(Copyright) by David Rives (Tennessee) You’ve probably heard the conventional story of how the rock layers formed. The most popular story is that rock layers form slowly over millions of years by the same geologic processes we see operating today. Weathering and erosion then produced hills, valleys, and the other topographical features we see today. But a quick trip into the Grand Canyon, perhaps the most spectacular place to view rock layers, shows this narrative can’t be right. If this old-age view is indeed a correct interpretation of the evidence, we’d expect to see weathering and erosion between rock layers. After […]

A Basket of Summer Fruit

by Charles Whitaker (Charlotte, North Carolina) “In the Good ‘Ol Summertime,” the local oldie-but-goodie radio station broadcasts Nat King Cole’s song: Give me those lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer,Those days of sodas and pretzels and beer.Give me those lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer;You’ll wish that summer could always be here. How well these words express the natural man’s response to summer! He feels release, even exuberance, as winter loosens its cold grip, and the land again becomes fruitful. As the days grow longer and warmer, human nature cries, “Let’s make hay while the sun shines” and characteristically turns summer into […]

Are Vaccines the Villain?

by Norman S. Edwards (Perry, Michigan) Ever since my wife and I were expecting our first child, I developed an interest in vaccines: What is in them? What will happen if we take them? What if not? The more I studied, the more convicted I became that I did not want to subject my family to them. Indeed, our last child never had any, and was our healthiest. Now that grandchildren are a prospect, I have been studying vaccines again. It is a good time to study. Almost every day, there are news stories about the H1N1 swine flu and the […]

Weather or Not

by James Steinle (Swanville, Minnesota) What is with all the weather, or lack of it? Record heat, drought, crop failures, gardens that we can’t keep up with in watering. It seems like the curses found in Deuteronomy 28 are coming to our nation. Give Deuteronomy 28 a read and see what you think. Are we reaping blessings or curses? Verses 22-24 are especially telling: “The LORD shall smite thee with a consumption, and with a fever, and with an inflammation, and with an extreme burning, and with the sword, and with blasting, and with mildew; and they shall pursue thee until […]

Command to Love

September 11, 2021April 18, 2025 by Laura Lee

Command to Loveby Church of God Group (Christchurch, New Zealand) To the Children of God, brothers, and sisters of Jesus Christ in whom the Holy Spirit dwells, this is a call to attention and a call to action. Jesus said, “A new commandment I give, that you love one another”. This Love is the ultimate gift of the Holy Spirit and yet is the greatest challenge to us, as humans. The church is the body of Christ, and as such is the Temple in which the Holy Spirit resides. All that Christ achieved and His miraculous powers were the work of the […]

What does BC and AD (B.C. and A.D.) Mean?

September 11, 2021April 18, 2025 by Laura Lee

by BibleStudy.org (Farmington, Michigan) What is the meaning of BC (B.C.) and what does AD (A.D.) stand for? Why are these abbreviations utilized less and less in the world in lieu of BCE (B.C.E.) and CE (C.E.)? BC (B.C.) is an abbreviation used in the Julian calendar, then later the Gregorian calendar (introduced in October 1582), that means “before Christ.” The letters AD (A.D.), although commonly thought to represent “After Death,” actually stand for “Anno Domini,” a Medieval Latin phrase that is translated as “in the year of our Lord.” The original designation for this type of year also included the Latin words “Jesu Christi” […]

Dancing with God

September 11, 2021April 18, 2025 by Laura Lee

Sent by Carolyn Klosowsky (Unknown) When I meditated on the word Guidance,I kept seeing “dance” at the end of the word.I remember reading that doing God’s will is a lot like dancing.When two people try to lead, nothing feels right.The movement doesn’t flow with the music,and everything is quite uncomfortable and jerky.When one person realizes that, and lets the other lead,both bodies begin to flow with the music.One gives gentle cues, perhaps with a nudge to the backor by pressing Lightly in one direction or another.It’s as if two become one body, moving beautifully.The dance takes surrender, willingness,and attentiveness from […]

Endure to the End

by Wayne Schatzle (West Chester, Ohio) Like everyone else I enjoy the beautiful autumn leaves as they turn colors. People flock to the mountains to witness the sometime breathtaking event each year. What I have come to appreciate more than the autumn leaves is the late winter leaves. Why is that you ask? For some reason after a long winter of icy cold and forceful winds a very few leaves manage to hang on the trees. They are dry and shriveled, yet still clinging to their life source. Why do I like seeing them? Nature teaches us many lessons and, […]

Books and Ledgers

by David Antion (Pasadena, California) Record keeping is a natural human function. People buy diaries, picture albums, and ledgers. Today people use such things as Facebook, QuickBooks, and Excel to help them remember and to keep records. Most cities have a Hall of Records containing property records, marriage licenses, death records and divorce records. If you and I keep a record of our lives — the trips, vacations, and special events, does God keep records too? The Bible contains lists of genealogies and records of tribes and families. We read in Psalm 56:8, “You have taken account of my wanderings; Put […]

What is the True Gospel?

by Bill Glover (Eugene, Oregon) Exactly what is the gospel of Jesus Christ? What did He actually teach? Why are there so many different Christian denominations all teaching different gospels about Jesus? We first need to understand the meaning of the word gospel. The literal meaning of the word “gospel” is GOOD TIDINGS or GOOD NEWS or GLAD TIDINGS. The English word comes from the Old English expression “good tidings” or “glad tidings.” Mark 1:14-15 [in the King James translation] states: “Now after John was put in prison, Jesus came to Galilee preaching the gospel of the kingdom of God and saying […]

Be Strong and of Good Courage

by Tommy S. West (Wake Forest, North Carolina) Recently, I was given the honor and privilege to present a short message to a small local church group in Garner, NC — The Sabbath Church of God — on the important subject of courage. Yesterday, I presented it to a group in Clinton, NC — The Clinton Church of God. Courage is an attribute that God demands of us as we trek the road of life. It is NOT limited to Christians only — it is a universal trait and is a characteristic of every successful person. Please allow me […]

Are there Still Elders in the Church?

August 14, 2021April 18, 2025 by Laura Lee

by B. L. Cocherell (Nevada) Some believe and teach that the early church did not have an organized ministry which selected men who were given authority through the ritual of laying on of hands to supervise, teach, and govern congregations in an official leadership capacity. Some also believe and teach that men identified as elders in the early church were not spiritual leaders but were just older men with no official capacity. The logic used to attempt to validate these two beliefs, is that the Greek words translated in most English bibles as ordained are not a correct translation of these […]

The Difference Between True Repentance and Temporary Regret

August 14, 2021April 11, 2025 by Laura Lee

by Brenda Branson (Hanson, Kentucky) Copyright © 2004 In the story of the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, there were two men who were sorry for their actions—Peter and Judas. Peter truly loved Jesus and boasted that he would even die for him if necessary. However, when Jesus was arrested and taken to the house of the high priest for a trial based on trumped-up charges, Peter’s resolve crumbled at the first taunt from a servant girl who recognized him as one of Jesus’ followers. Peter boasted a bit too loudly and trusted in his own strength to get him out […]

The Christian Sabbath

August 14, 2021April 18, 2025 by Laura Lee

by Catholic Mirror 1893 (Baltimore, Maryland) CATHOLIC MIRROR–BALTIMORE, SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 1893(From page 8 of the Catholic Mirror of Sept. 2, 1893) THE CHRISTIAN SABBATHTHE GENUINE OFFSPRING OF THE UNION OF THE HOLY SPIRIT AND THE CATHOLIC CHURCH HIS SPOUSE. THE CLAIMS OF PROTESTANTISM TO ANY PART THEREIN PROVED TO BE GROUNDLESS, SELF-CONTRADICTORY, AND SUICIDAL Our attention has been called to the above subject in the past week by the receipt of a brochure of twenty-one pages, published by the International Religious Liberty Association, entitled,” Appeal and Remonstrance,” embodying resolutions adopted by the General Conference of the Seventh-day Adventists (February 24th, […]

The Holy Ghost

August 14, 2021April 11, 2025 by Laura Lee

by James Steinle (Swanville, Minnesota) Someone wants to know about the Holy Ghost. What is the name of the Holy Ghost? Mat 28:19 Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: My understanding at this time is that there is no name for the Holy Ghost or the set-a-part spirit. My understanding is that the spirit of the Heavenly Father could be likened to the electricity that flows through a power line. “Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of Yehovah […]

About Critical Race Theory

August 7, 2021April 10, 2025 by Laura Lee

by Sue Hyatt (Tulsa, Oklahoma) CRITICAL THEORY was first introduced in 1989 and has gained significant momentum since then. Here are 4 things to be aware of about this way of thinking. It is a THEORY, not a FACT. A “theory” is an idea suggested by some person. By their very nature, theories come and go. The Bible presents facts that do not change.It deals with GROUPS not INDIVIDUALS.It DIVIDES us; it does not UNITE us.It is a MARXIST strategy, not a BIBLICAL reality. God deals with each of us as an INDIVIDUAL, not as a member of a GROUP. You and […]

Was the Sop Leavened or Unleavened? (John 13:26-27)

August 7, 2021April 21, 2025 by Laura Lee

by John W. Ritenbaugh (Lancaster, South Carolina) A rule of Bible study is never to base a doctrine on the meaning of a Greek or Hebrew word, and this controversy is a prime example. It is true that artos, used in all of the gospel accounts for the bread eaten during the Last Supper, is the Greek word for “bread.” However, this word is a very general or generic term, much like the English word “bread” is. We use “bread” for everything from white to whole wheat to pumpernickel bread. We also use it for breads made of corn, barley, rye, spelt, rice, […]

Are Easter Celebrations OK?

August 7, 2021April 10, 2025 by Laura Lee

by Royce Mitchell, Jr. (Manvel, Texas) We are rapidly approaching that time of the year known to many as “Easter” but to those of us in the Church as Passover season. Many professing Christians believe that God is pleased with the keeping of Easter. Indeed, some of us in the Church see no harm in keeping it. But is that really what God expects from His people? And a better question might be “Do we care enough about what God thinks to conform our acts of worship to His will?” To answer these questions, we must first learn exactly where the Easter traditions […]

Does God Hate Love?

August 7, 2021April 10, 2025 by Laura Lee

by Nathaniel Burson (Big Sandy, Texas) Yes! What you have been taught by men today about love is a LIE, and God HATES IT! Understand, God does not hate TRUE, GODLY Love As a matter of fact, He IS love (1 John 4:8) but He hates DEAD Love! Allow me to explain what I mean by this. How to LoveIf you go to church, you are probably told every week to LOVE the brethren. And, more than likely you never hear what that love IS, or how to give it! You are probably told that love is simply showing concern […]

Physical Illness and Demon Possession

August 7, 2021April 11, 2025 by Laura Lee

Physical Illness and Demon Possession (Part 1)by Don Esposito (Carteret, New Jersey) There have been many misconceptions about mental illness and demon possession. As a matter of fact, there have been many misconceptions about healing in general. I want to, in this article, clear up from scripture some of these misnomers. First of all, it is naive and wrong to assume that every person with mental health problems has a demon. I have personally been blessed by Yahweh to cast out demons from people over the years of my ministry on numerous occasions. I have also experienced and counseled […]

Junia, a Woman Apostle

August 7, 2021April 13, 2025 by Laura Lee

(Copyright) by Dianne D. McDonnell (Arlington, Texas) Iron Sharpening IronIn regard to: Junia, a Woman ApostleArticle by Dianne D. McDonnellComments by John Taylor (Lyle, Washington) First, the word episeemoi is only used twice in the NT and both are translated as notable, or note, not outstanding Matthew 27:16: “And they had then a notable prisoner, called Barabbas.” Romans 16:7: “fellow prisoners, who are of note among the apostles, who” Second, to claim she was an apostle is not quite accurate if one also claims she was outstanding and begs the question, if she was one of the greatest among them where are the […]

Does it Matter Where You Worship?

July 31, 2021April 9, 2025 by Laura Lee

by B. L. Cocherell (Nevada) Does the physical location where congregations of the elect assemble to worship God the Father have any positive or negative impact on one’s relationship with him or his Son? Does it displease the Father for his children to assemble to worship him in places dedicated to false religious systems or to other gods? In order to come to an understanding of the Father’s will about where one should and should not assemble to worship him, one must understand the instructions that the Creator God gave to the nation of Israel concerning how to deal with false […]

How To Spot a Batterer Before the Relationship Begins

July 31, 2021April 9, 2025 by Laura Lee

by Brenda Branson (Hanson, Kentucky) Copyright © 2004 The following red flags are characteristics of an abuser. This does not mean that everyone who demonstrates one or two of these qualities will end up abusing or battering their partners. However, these red flags should be taken seriously. If someone you know demonstrates one or two of these patterns on a consistent basis, he has the potential to become a batterer. Superior attitude toward women. Does he think men are superior to women? Does he feel he “owns” you and has the right to control your thoughts and actions? Does he talk about women in […]

Delight in the Sabbath

July 31, 2021April 9, 2025 by Laura Lee

by James McBride (United Kingdom) The weekly Sabbath is for Christians a day in which to delight in God’s presence “Sabbath rest” is a concept far removed from the hurly-burly of modern life. The day is, for most, consumed with a round of strenuous (or couch-potato) leisure activity or shopping or visiting – leaving no time for recovery from the weekly grind. Besides, the notion of a day set apart for religious purpose is simply old hat. But what if you consider Sabbath observance important to your Christian walk? Is it a day to hibernate in gloomy solitude? A day […]

Were the Early Great Kings of Persia Israelites?

July 24, 2021April 10, 2025 by Laura Lee

by Cam Rea (Kendallville, Indiana) The Achaemenid dynasty’s foundation is based on a man by the name of Achaemenes. Not much is known about the man himself. However, he is considered the eponymous founder according to the Behistun inscription of Darius I listed in his genealogy. Cyrus the Great says nothing on the Babylonian cylinder about the founder of their dynasty. However, Cyrus refers to himself as an Achaemenid on the inscriptions found at Pasargadae, but it is also debated whether the inscriptions are of Cyrus the Great as it could be quite possible that Darius I wrote those inscriptions […]

America – Under a Curse?

by Royce Mitchell, Jr. (Manvel, Texas) Judging from what can be seen in the United States, some people sense that our nation seems to be under a curse. There’s good reason for that; the nation IS under a curse. How can I say that? Can I prove it? One does not have to be a prophet to see the curse coming. One merely needs to understand a few things. First, God is no respecter of persons (Acts 10:34). Secondly, God does not change (Mal 3:6). What is this curse that God has pronounced on our nation? Here’s the first indication: Lev […]

Fret Not Because of Evildoers

by James Steinle (Swanville, Minnesota) In this world, which currently is Satan’s world, we see many things that strike a believer as being wrong or evil. We see nation against nation threatening war. We see crime from all walks of life; white collar crime involving millions and billions of dollars. Sexual crimes of all kinds. Violent crimes involving kidnapping, torture, murder, or injury. We see corruption of governing officials all over the world establishing laws to subjugate their peoples. Here in America, it does not seem to matter which particular party is in office; corruption and special interests often seem […]

How I Learned that the Spirit and Word Must Always Agree

by Eddie Hyatt (Tulsa, Oklahoma) He was the perfect example of what happens when we neglect the Word of God in our pursuit of spiritual experiences. Without the ballast of God’s Word, we may well float away into a La-la land of false spirituality, and this was the case of this individual. My two friends and I encountered this strange little man while going door-to-door, offering to pray with people, and inviting them to revival services we were conducting in Kiowa, OK in 1972. We knocked on his door and he invited us into his home. We immediately noticed that his living […]

A Chart Comparing Offices in the Synagogue and the Church

(Copyright) by Craig White (Australia)

A pain in the ‘BUT’: even National Review? Say it ain’t so!

(Copyright) by Curtis Dahlgren (Stephenson, Michigan) “The Trump movement often is described as a ‘personality cult,’ which it is, in no small part.” – National Review, 11/02/20, Kevin Williamson (also posted on Facebook) IT DOESN’T DO MUCH GOOD to preach to the choir unless the choir “shares” with their uninformed friends and relatives. So, to Biden voters I say, “You aren’t really thinking things THRU unless you look at both sides of the choice. You may say you’re for ‘choice.’ but do you really look at both sides of the coin?” Thank God for Tucker Carlson because parts of Fox News are going […]

Atlantis – what they don’t tell you

July 17, 2021April 9, 2025 by Laura Lee

by Jonathan Gray (New Zealand) YES? WHERE? “Just where did it go down?” asked Dale. “Where did WHAT go down?” I asked. “Atlantis” that’s what,” responded Dale. He swatted a blowfly and continued. “Look, I’m hearing so many theories, but how much is true?” “You really want it direct?” “Sure.” “The truth is, all we have for Atlantis is a legend. Yet, where there is smoke, there is fire. Legends are usually based on a core of truth, even if the final story becomes garbled or embellished.” We went out under the big oak tree and sprawled on the grass. “Okay, come clean,” challenged Dale. “Very well,” I said, […]

Contending for a More Pure Flow of Prophetic Ministry

July 17, 2021April 19, 2025 by Laura Lee

by Eddie Hyatt (Tulsa, Oklahoma) Sue and I once stopped for the night in Pennsylvania coal country. I turned on the water to take a bath and it came out very dark. The water source was pure, but the pipes through which the water flowed were tainted with coal dust. And so, it is with the gifts of the Holy Spirit, including prophecy. The Holy Spirit and His gifts are pure, but they flow through frail and fallible human vessels. In over 60 years of observing and participating in prophetic ministry, I have seen individual pride, personal doctrine, feelings, and misconceptions dirty […]

Paul and Women Teachers: Understanding 1 Timothy, Chapters 1 & 2

July 17, 2021April 7, 2025 by Laura Lee

(Copyright) by Dianne D. McDonnell (Arlington, Texas)

1 Peter 4:14-15

by David Antion (Pasadena, California) This particular one is a little technical. I don’t enjoy being technical but sometimes I have to do so in order to dig out and uncover the truth of the Scriptures. One of our obstacles, as you probably know, is that the Bible was not originally written in English. The Old Testament was written in Hebrew and Aramaic and the New Testament was written in Greek. We have a task of uncovering not only what the Greek words meant, but also what were the customs and understandings of that time and in that culture. In […]

5 Reasons Genesis 3:16 is Not a Model for Christian Marriage

July 10, 2021April 23, 2025 by Laura Lee

by Eddie Hyatt (Tulsa, Oklahoma) I was driving along listening to a Christian radio station on the car radio. A well-known pastor came on and announced that he would be speaking about God’s plan for marriage. I was shocked to hear him read Genesis 3:16b as his text. This passage, in our English Bible, reads, Your desire shall be for your husband and he shall rule over you (KJV). I could hardly believe what I was hearing. I found myself exclaiming aloud, “No! No! This passage is not about Christian marriage. This passage is describing the distortion of marriage as a result of […]

Explanation of Creation

July 10, 2021May 5, 2025 by Laura Lee

by Ray Daly (Lincoln, North Dakota) Gen. 1:1. “In the beginning, GOD created the heaven and the earth. V.3. “And GOD SAID, Let there be light.” Obviously, the topic of this study centers on the word “God”. Which word is likely the most misunderstood of all the words in Scripture. Perhaps also, it is also one of the most misused words. You know the questions. “Who is God. What is God”, and related statements. For many, when they read the words “God created”, they believe and teach that, God Almighty simply “spoke” the words, and it came to pass. […]

Climate-Hoax

by Richard Frates (Easley, South Carolina) Climate change, being a problem, that mankind must solve, to prevent the climate, from killing us all: is a HOAX. Climate change is spring, summer, fall and winter. And God promises “climate change”, spring, summer, fall and winter, will – NEVER – change. Genesis 8:22 “As long as the earth endures, seedtime and harvest, cold and heat, summer and winter, will never cease.” Climate alarmist, and our ruling elites, are just looking for an excuse to place shackles, in the form of expensive and burdensome regulations, on the masses, to restrict and control their […]

“Unless You Change…”

by Royce Mitchell, Jr. (Manvel, Texas) What is the lesson that Christ was trying to teach us about ourselves when He took up a little child in his arms and proclaimed that the disciples needed to become like little children? Was Christ trying to proclaim a message to us? If so, what could that message have been? Perhaps a look into the scripture in question would be a good place to discover an answer! In Matthew 18, we find that the disciples had come to Christ with a question that had bothered them on more than one occasion. It […]

When You Know Your Pet is Spoiled

(Copyright) by Richard Markland (London, Ohio)

‘As It Was In the Days of Noah’

by Richard T. Ritenbaugh (Charlotte, North Carolina) Bahal was beginning to worry, since, as mayor, it was his job to worry for the rest of his remote, highland community. His wife, Chera, had remarked the day before that the rain was unusually heavy for this time of the year, but he had shrugged off her comment. Yet now, having endured three days of steady, heavy downpours, he felt the rain was something more than “unusual.” Earlier in the day, he had braved the pelting raindrops to check on his son’s livestock down the road. His son, Sair—off on his honeymoon with his […]

Our World

by Grigore Sbarcea (New South Wales, Australia) This Gospel of the Kingdom will be preached to all the world as a witness to all nations, and then the end will come. Friends and Leaders Around the World:The respite from Europe’s and the worlds debt problems did not last long. Things only got worse. The perennial conflict between Israel and the Palestinians has been joined by the Arab rising nightmares. Global warming and climate change are marching on relentlessly. Widespread famines in Africa and elsewhere, and water shortages in much of the world, are now a fact of life; and this […]

All Hands on Deck

by Eddie Hyatt (Tulsa, Oklahoma) After His resurrection, Jesus appeared first to a woman, Mary Magdalene, and sent her forth as the first witness and preacher of the Good News of His resurrection. His instructions to her were to “Go and tell My brethren” (Mathew 28:10). In other words, He required that His male disciples hear the Good News first from the mouth of a woman. This was significant, for the testimony of a woman was not allowed as evidence in either Jewish or Roman courts of law of that day. To send a woman as the first witness and […]

Death

by William P. Goff (Myrtle Beach, South Carolina) Now there are many churches out there in the world today, but only one true church. That church is defined as: “The Pillar and Ground of the Truth” (1Timothy 3:15.) If we want to find that church, we have to find the Truth, because Truth and Church go hand in hand. If we want to be a member of the True church, we have to Walk in Truth. Truth is also of utmost importance to us because Truth is how our Heavenly Father wants us to worship Him. (John 4:23 – 24.) Yes, our Heavenly Father […]

An Orwellian America is Defining the Nation

(Copyright) by Richard Markland For decades Americans have been warned of a time in which George Orwell’s Novel “1984” would become a reality. The American people cannot say they have not been put on notice. Irreplaceable freedoms are being eliminated. The tactics used are invasive, immense in size and scope and without consideration for anyone or anything. The American people should be alarmed by what is taking place but there is not an understanding of what has become a frightening reality. There is a lack of foresight about what the future holds and a careless indifference towards how each and every person […]

After Pentecost, Then What?

June 26, 2021April 5, 2025 by Laura Lee

by John W. Ritenbaugh (Lancaster, South Carolina) Moses writes the story of the Israelites making the Old Covenant with God in Exodus 19-24. Most of the text of those six chapters is devoted to listing the terms of their agreement. The way the ratification of the covenant is presented in Exodus 24:1-8 can give the impression that the Israelites’ acceptance of the terms was almost casual. Perhaps they felt overwhelmed by God’s presence, and under the circumstances, they could only agree to it. They would have been truly inhuman not to be impressed with God’s overpowering presence on the mount. Moses, however, shows that they were […]

Fat Cats, Fat Cats

June 19, 2021April 5, 2025 by Laura Lee

by Tawanda Ray (Hamilton, Alabama) Fat cats, fat cats on faculty row,Don’t you see the fruits of the seeds you sow?One tithe, two tithes, three tithes… four?“Put your heart in the work and send us some more!” Salaries, expense accounts, service well spent.Never mind the little ones whose lives you’ve rent.“We are the head, you are the tail,Keep the money flowing, how can we fail?” “Be good little Christians and close your eyes.Sing your little songs and pay your three tithes.Don’t have an opinion and don’t make a fuss,Just hop on aboard and leave the driving to us!” (This poem has been updated […]

Who was Arsaces, First King of the Parthians?

by Cam Rea (Kendallville, Indiana) The year is 248 BCE. The event: the Aparni tribe from the north along the Oxus River invaded the region of northern Parthia under the leadership of a man by the name of Arsaces. The result of the invasion was the establishment of the Arsacid Dynasty which would be known in our history books as the Parthian Empire.[i] This was the first time Arsaces was mentioned. But who was this man named Arasces and where did he come from? What we know about Arsaces is limited and obscure, and we have as little to work with […]

A Church Without Women

(Copyright) by Dianne D. McDonnell (Arlington, Texas)

28th Amendment to the United States Constitution

Sent by Howard Naasz (Colorado) An idea whose time has come.For too long we have been too complacent about the workings of Congress. Many citizens had no idea that members of Congress could retire with the same pay after only one term, that they didn’t pay into Social Security, that they specifically exempted themselves from many of the laws they have passed (such as being exempt from any fear of prosecution for sexual harassment) while ordinary citizens must live under those laws. The latest is to exempt themselves from the Healthcare Reform that is being considered…in all of its forms. […]

A Man Had a Dream

Sent by Curtis Dahlgren (Stephenson, Michigan) A man had a dream. His whole life passed before his eyes. He was on a beach and during the best times of his life, he saw two sets of footprints. The Lord said, “I was walking with you.” During the worst times of his life, the guy saw just one set of footprints. “Is that when you were carrying me?” the man asked. “No,” said the Lord. “That’s when you were sinning, and I couldn’t bear to watch.” And the guy says: “What about that long groove in the sand?” And the Lord says: “That’s when I […]

Why Do You Observe Saturday?

June 5, 2021April 6, 2025 by Laura Lee

(Copyright) by John Currier (Douglasville, Georgia) This is a fair question and one that is asked quite often of those of our faith. I mean, after all, isn’t Sunday the day that people are supposed to worship God? All the churches counting from the Roman Catholic Church right on through the Baptists, the Methodists, the Pentecostal churches, and even the Mormons and the Jehovah Witnesses observe Sunday as the day of worship. So, if all these churches say that Sunday is the day of worship, how can we claim otherwise? Well, the answer lies in your Bible. Is there […]

The Truth about GOD’S CALENDAR

June 5, 2021April 4, 2025 by Laura Lee

by Jamie McNab (England) The Truth about GOD’S CALENDARPart Oneby Jamie McNab (England) What is the truth about “God’s Holy Day calendar?” It is very likely that many of you will have been challenged over the past few years about the Holy Day calendar – and if you haven’t been challenged so far, you probably soon will be!! The story usually goes along the lines of: “The calendar that we have traditionally followed in the Church of God is a MAN-MADE CALENDAR. God originally gave the calendar rules to Moses, but the Jews have long since perverted those rules. The Jewish calendar we use today […]

One Small Step

June 5, 2021April 1, 2025 by Laura Lee

by John Jewell (London, England) THAT’S ONE SMALL STEP FOR MAN! ONE GIANT LEAP FOR MANKIND! are the words uttered by Neil Armstrong as his left foot touched the surface of the Moon on 21st July 1969, as he stepped down from the Eagle landing craft which he had piloted and guided from the mother ship Columbia accompanied by Ed (Buzz) Aldrin, one of the two other crew members who had brought Columbia along with Eagle from their base at Houston in Texas. A further 10 astronauts in six more missions have travelled to the moon with the final, manned lunar […]

Color Blind Justice: Black Criminal Lives Matter – and More?

June 5, 2021April 1, 2025 by Laura Lee

by Richard Frates (Easley, South Carolina) Do Black Criminal Lives Matter – more than White Innocent Lives? George Floyd Died of a Drug Overdose. Why does a drugged 46-year-old black man get more Sympathy and attention by Media, Politicians and Black Leaders than Cannon Hinnant, a 5 year old White Boy Recently Killed when a Black Man walked up to the boy and shot him in the head in North Carolina? Answer: White innocent Lives Do Not Matter. Political Advantage Matters. Media, Leftist, NAACP and BCLM: Use Black Criminals as an OPPORTUNITY to Fill Blacks with Hate your white Neighbor […]

Are You Sure Leaven Is Symbolic of Sin?

May 29, 2021April 14, 2025 by Laura Lee

by John Leitch (Canada) Christ Defines the Meaning of Leaven.This writer finds it strange why people will lock into John’s definition of sin (1 John 3:4) but completely ignore Christ’s definition of leaven (Matt. 16:11-12). Christ’s explanation of leavening in this case is doctrine (Strong’s #1322-didache- meaning instruction or teaching-Matt. 16:11-12. I believe a broader definition of leaven would be “something that causes change by its influence” and teaching is just one way. Teaching can be based on sincerity and truth (God the Father’s leavening) or can be based on deception and untruth (Satan’s leavening). Teaching (or doctrine) in and by […]

Masons and Masonic Halls

May 29, 2021March 31, 2025 by Laura Lee

by James Steinle (Swanville, Minnesota) “Is it acceptable for a member of the Body of Christ to also be a member of the Masons or any affiliated group?” and “Is it proper to hold Sabbath services in a masonic hall?” I was intrigued by the questions asked by someone if it was proper to be a mason or to have services in a Masonic hall. Some years back I was able to procure a book written by Albert Pike in 1871 called Morals and Dogma. Albert Pike was the one who wrote how the three world wars would come about (just […]

Questions Answered About Masons

May 29, 2021April 2, 2025 by Laura Lee

by Keith Slough (Kannapolis, North Carolina) “Is it acceptable for a member of the Body of Christ to also be a member of the Masons or any affiliated group?” and “Is it proper to hold Sabbath services in a masonic hall?” First question: A true Christian cannot be a Mason for TWO basic reasons. To be initiated into the masons, you must believe and agree to the pagan doctrine of the immortality of the soul, andyou must be willing to take OATHS (forbidden by James 5) of secrecy. As a true Christian we cannot do these things. Second question: Why should there be a […]

13 Colonies; The 13th Tribe?

May 29, 2021March 31, 2025 by Laura Lee

(Copyright) by Curtis Dahlgren (Stephenson, Michigan) “America, conjointly with Britain, has a very important and noble part to perform in the affairs of humanity in the near future.” – Adam Rutherford, 1934 PETER SELLERS SAID that if you asked him to play himself, he wouldn’t know how to do it, because he did not know who or what he was. The same can be said about America and Britain today. We have lost our identity and our purposes in life. But if we did know our national identity, we wouldn’t be just sitting around watching our decline and fall. A friend […]

First Love

May 22, 2021April 6, 2025 by Laura Lee

by Arlan Weight (Bismarck, North Dakota) Just where is the church today? It has been only 15 short years since the death of Herbert W. Armstrong and how many splits and factions are there? Oh sure, some folks split off from the Worldwide Church of God prior to 1986, but that was miniscule compared to today. But why all the groups? What is it that makes us split up? And why all the Armstrong bashing? It seems as though the church is in a confused state. Was Herbert Armstrong a false prophet? All these questions and more deserve an […]

Wanted!

May 22, 2021March 30, 2025 by Laura Lee

Sent by Darwin Lee (Bismarck, North Dakota) Jesus Christ By the FBI, IRS, CIA, FDA, EPA, DNR, AF&T, NCC, NEA, USDA, AMA, SSA, MHA, ADL, NAACP, UNGC, & the USCG for the following crimes: Wanted by the FBI for teaching the people that there is a higher power and authority than Caesar or the state.Wanted by the IRS for failure to report income to the taxing authorities.Wanted by the CIA for causing political unrest at home and abroad.Wanted by the FDA for turning water into wine without a license.Wanted by the EPA for feeding a crowd of 5000 and threatening the environment.Wanted […]

Why We Must Put Out Leaven

by Earl L. Henn (Charlotte, North Carolina) Years ago, I had a favorite question to ask ministers about the Feast of Unleavened Bread. “Why must we go through the physical act of putting leaven out of our homes before the Days of Unleavened Bread, but we are not required to be physically circumcised?” I never received an answer. There are many parallels between circumcision and deleavening our homes. Both of these physical acts demonstrate a spiritual principle. Circumcision symbolizes an attitude of heart and mind (Romans 2:26-29), and deleavening our homes symbolizes putting sin out of our lives (I Corinthians 5:6-7). The New […]

Are We Walking with God?

by Alfio La Spina (Victoria British Columbia) Think about how Abraham handled difficult situations. Abraham had complete trust in God. When God told him to go to a place that He would show him he went and did not concern himself about where he was going. He had complete trust that God would take care of everything. It is amazing how God took care of Abraham. He will do the same for us as long as we keep our hearts focused on Him. This is the foundation of our salvation it allows our Father to shape us into useful vessels for […]

God Visits Kenya, East Africa

by Bill Glover (Eugene, Oregon) Residents of Kenya, East Africa recently received a visit from the Almighty Creator God through the persons of two white men named Bill Glover and his son, Stephen. We arrived in Kenya on March 27, 2007 and were there for 22 days, departing on April 18. [We also kept the Passover in Kenya with them – – this point will be covered later in this article]. Many factors made this trip miraculous. The first miracle was the providing of the funds for the trip. Because of my worldwide web and articles printed in The Journal the […]

Bear Witness

by Tawanda Ray (Hamilton, Alabama) The Apostles of old were authoritatively toldTo bear witness of Jesus’ life.He warned them that they would often encounterMuch hatred, debate, and strife. The words they would speak would be in His nameBy such power He would confirm.They would raise the dead and heal many sickAnd strengthen the poor and infirm. Out of the synagogues they would be castAnd be held in low esteem.They would not receive tithes for a lavish lifestyleBut would live lives low and lean. No gold, nor silver, nor brass, would be theirsNo extra coat, shoes, or staves.As sheep among wolves, they would venture […]

Are You a Christian Nationalist?

May 8, 2021March 30, 2025 by Laura Lee

by Eddie Hyatt (Tulsa, Oklahoma) Charisma News reported on a letter, signed by 500 evangelical leaders, that condemned “Christian nationalism” and tied it to the Capital riots of January 6. I agree with the authors of the letter that all Christians need to speak out against all violence and hate and the detestable acts that took place in Washington D.C. on January 6. However, while every evangelical I know condemns the acts of January 6, the authors of the letter seem to be using January 6 as a broad brush to paint every supporter of Donald Trump as an insurrectionist and […]

The Good Leaven

May 8, 2021March 30, 2025 by Laura Lee

by William P. Goff (Myrtle Beach, South Carolina) I believe that the parable of the leaven (Mathew 13:33) pertains to the most essential part of our calling. It applies to the very core of our conversion and our entrance into the Kingdom of God. Without the leaven, which is symbolized in this parable, we will never, ever, be able to inherit God’s Kingdom. Now the “churches” (the members in general) have been repeatedly led astray on this crucial subject concerning this “leaven.” They are taught that all leaven in the Bible is bad, but that teaching is wrong, there is a […]

Two Men

May 8, 2021March 28, 2025 by Laura Lee

by Brenda Branson (Hanson, Kentucky) Copyright © 2000 Two men died that day.Both were guilty. One had the heart of a foolHe was never wrong—always had the last word.He trusted in his own heart,And took pride in doing things “his” way. He blamed others for his misfortunes . . .If they had just treated him better,He wouldn’t be in this situation.It wasn’t his fault! He would rather die than admit he needed help. The other man had a teachable heart.He knew he had made wrong choices,And was ashamed of the person he had become. He wanted to change,But lacked the […]

George Washington walks into a bar (this ought to go viral)

May 8, 2021March 28, 2025 by Laura Lee

(Copyright) by Curtis Dahlgren (Stephenson, Michigan) AFTER A HARD DAY’S WRITING, I stopped at the C-store for a cup of coffee. “Do you have gas?” the clerk asked. “No, just a little heart burn and writer’s block,” I said, on the way out the door. On the way home, I stopped at the Backwoods pub and grub to grab a bite to eat. A March Madness game was on TV. I’d just taken a seat at the bar when the door opened. Everyone in the place, including the bartender, turned to look. You could have heard a feather drop. I […]

WOE…

May 8, 2021March 28, 2025 by Laura Lee

by Tawanda Ray (Hamilton, Alabama) Woe unto you scribes and PhariseesWho say but do not do.Who bind heavy burdens upon God’s sheepThough you do not follow through. These heavy burdens you will not bearNot one finger you will apply.The list is long of what you demandWhile you yourselves live a lie. The deeds you do are to be seen of menIn the guise of doing God’s works.You claim the right to live so highThrough salaries, tithes and perks. The uppermost rooms and chief seats you claim,By rights of being God’s “priests”.Yet, Jesus has said if you want to be great,Consider yourselves to be […]

Two SHOCKING Answers

May 1, 2021March 27, 2025 by Laura Lee

by Jonathan Gray (New Zealand) Today you are getting two SHOCKING answers to two outrageous questions… SO HOW OLD IS IT?This whole thing started when Fred (my neighbour) plopped down on my porch. And he asked me, “Did you see that TV program that said the Amazon jungle was several million years old?” “Yes,” I responded. “But, Fred, what if it’s only 3,000 years old?” “You’re having me on,” he laughed. “Why, everyone knows…” No, I’m not kidding. Were you aware that huge stone cities, very ancient, with paved streets and tall pyramids choked with forest, have been sighted in the Amazon jungle by several […]

Can We Prove that Christ Could or Could Not Sin?

May 1, 2021April 5, 2025 by Laura Lee

by Rhoda Foust (Lehigh Acres, Florida) To begin with, can we agree that God made statements and promises and swore to those promises? Did these promises include Christ’s sinless sacrifice and resurrection? If we can agree to these things, then the only argument is whether we do or do not believe God’s words one hundred percent. To reach a conclusion we will look at and study some pertinent scriptures, asking the question, “Could God, in the flesh, have sinned? The symbol ^ will indicate my emphasis on a word or words. Acts 15:18 ^Known^ unto God are all his works ^from […]

Living Life Today

May 1, 2021March 27, 2025 by Laura Lee

by John Jewell (London, England) Poet John Masefield wrote “All I ask is a tall ship and a star to steer her by.” Oh, if only mankind as a whole could find such satisfaction and happiness so simply stated. Today, however, in nation after nation of the western world, there can be few who find any satisfaction with their life and/or lot. At this point why not carry out the simple test of asking ones-self the question “am I honestly really satisfied and happy with my life in today’s world” or what’s life all about anyway!” Many people in the western […]

…Does the Devil Hate Christmas?

April 24, 2021March 26, 2025 by Laura Lee

by John Jewell (London, England) On the surface, it ‘seems’ logical! What is the devils’ attitude toward Jesus? It ‘seems’ logical that since he tried to kill Jesus on several occasions, and since he was able to influence the Jews and the Romans to finally KILL him, that the devil’s attitude toward Jesus would be one of HATE! And, if that is true, it logically follows that the devil would also HATE anything that is intended to be WORSHIP toward Jesus! Today, Millions of sincere Christians participate in ‘holidays’ that are supposed to be WORSHIP toward Jesus. What does the devil […]

The TRUTH About the Origin of Modern Languages

April 24, 2021April 4, 2025 by Laura Lee

by Nathaniel Burson (Big Sandy, Texas) One of the most confounding questions to modern scholars is the reason for the sudden explosion of diverse languages upon the earth in the misty dawn of history. Where did language come from? HOW could it have evolved? It’s a known fact that instead of EVOLVING, all languages DEVOLVE, or become simpler, never more complex! This is a great problem for evolutionists and worldly scientists. And yet the answer is before their very eyes? In fact, the answer is in their own lips! There is CONCLUSIVE, demonstrable, SCIENTIFIC evidence that ALL languages today have a […]

God’s Government

April 24, 2021March 26, 2025 by Laura Lee

by Arlan Weight (Bismarck, North Dakota) What kind of government does God use in ruling the universe? Is it democratic? Do angels vote? Does God have a cabinet of advisors? Is God’s government hierarchical, from the top down? Which is it, top-down or bottom-up … two choices? Maybe we need to ask a different kind of question. Since it is God’s Government, it is God’s Government. It is not man’s government, and because it is God’s Government, could it be that it is neither of the choices offered above, at least not the way we understand the options? Could […]

A Short History of the Edomites

April 17, 2021March 27, 2025 by Laura Lee

by Ray Daly (Lincoln, North Dakota) Gen. 36:1 “The generations of Esau, who is Edom. V.2. Esau took his wives of the daughters of Canaan. Adah…the Hittite, Aholibamah…the Hivite. V.3. And Bashemath Ishmael’s daughter.” In the above we see that Esau was called Edom. And throughout OT Scriptures, when it reads “Edom”, it is speaking of only the descendants of his Canaanite wives. Continuing to be known of as Esau, as for his Ishmaelite wife. In this Study, I will be dealing with only Esau’s Edomite wives. And as will be shown, said wives had children whose descendants are […]

Testimony of Abuse within the Church of God

April 17, 2021March 25, 2025 by Laura Lee

by Tawanda Ray (Hamilton, Alabama) I received your 111-page document today and read it before the evening was out. I must say, I was not the least bit surprised. Their actions were status quo as Herbert Armstrong trained them well. What is ironic, however, is that there are quite a few “ministers” out there who adhere to the hierarchy mentality (and are now affiliated with the split-off groups) who rejected authority over them and left WCG way before HWA died. They “rebelled against their superiors but preach against it to those “under” them. And they do view themselves as […]

A Child’s Theory

by Jeffrey Caldwell (Redwood City, California) A child’s theory of everything came to me as I drove to work. What is the primordial order of origin of the Creation (“universe” –if you prefer)? Moses’ account indicates time comes first. Matter and space exist in time–not otherwise! There must be “space” to have a place to “put” matter! To have any “thing” organized matter must occupy at least some of the “space”! So, it occurs to me, the primordial order of Creation is time, space, matter. All must relate to each other as they do for us to have the universe […]

Parable of the Ten Virgins

April 10, 2021March 30, 2025 by Laura Lee

by William P. Goff (Myrtle Beach, South Carolina) A Parable MisunderstoodThe parable of the ten Virgins consists of only 13 verses, but those 13 verses may be the most important and valuable verses in the entire Bible concerning the church and our being ready for our Lord’s return. I am sure we are all familiar with the parable of the ten Virgins found in Mathew 25. This parable speaks Much about the return of our Lord and Savior, and what is about to befall the church. This parable also, not only warns us that we better be prepared for what is coming, […]

The Oppression of the American People

The Suppression of Freedom(Copyright) by Richard Markland (London, Ohio) PART 1 Any given event of and by itself is not as important as what takes place in the days, weeks, and months beyond when it has happened. The Corona Crisis is taking on a life of its own. The abuse of power is rearing its ugly head, yet few Americans are aware of how much their lives are going to be impacted. Covid 19 is going to alter the life of every man, woman and child in ways that would have been considered farfetched months ago. It will become a matter of […]

The Titanic–Then and Now

by Myra McQueen (Odessa, Texas) I just want to sort out something here that appears to be a ‘token’ for those of us who have survived the past in the WCG but remain yet in the bondage of carnal drives and other men’s ‘devices’ (ie, II Pet. 1:16) and ‘Jewish fables’ (Titus 1:14). I am not much of a movie goer but after reviewing an editor’s remarks about the amazing 25 negative miracles that led to the sinking of the ‘unsinkable’ Titanic in 1912, I decided to research the history a little and found four documentary videos on the […]

The last straw, tepid support for Trump

(Copyright) by Curtis Dahlgren (Stephenson, Michigan) TO THE EDITOR, NATIONAL REVIEW:Just reread the article that was the last straw, “Has the Presidency Become Impossible? No, but it is too hard for the incumbent” (2/24/20). I didn’t try to cancel the dumb subscription, but I’m letting it expire. The writer Richard Brookhiser quotes academics, one of whom says the job hurts the health of Presidents and they die young (tell Jimmie Carter and Bush 41). “Trump, a novice with no information, limited intelligence, and bad character, has held office for over three years without catastrophe. . ,” writes Mr. Brookhiser. “What […]

Feast of Reconciliation

by Bill Glover (Eugene, Oregon) How great was your Feast of Tabernacles? What great spiritual lessons did you take from the feast that enabled you toward spiritual maturity? (Hebrews 6:1)? Or, did you skip the feast altogether, as many have done in recent years?We had a tremendous feast in Pine Mountain, Georgia. Before I relate our feast experiences, let us first review some very important factors about the Feast of Tabernacles as well as the other festivals of God. The title of this article shows the subject matter is that of reconciliation.THE FESTIVALS OF GODDo you not realize that all […]

Marriage, Divorce and Remarriage

April 3, 2021May 8, 2025 by Laura Lee

by Laura Lee (Bismarck, North Dakota) Matthew 19:9 And I say unto you, Whosoever shall put away his wife, except it be for fornication, and shall marry another, committeth adultery: and whoso marrieth her which is put away doth commit adultery. The two words that jump out at me in this scripture are “fornication and adultery”. Most people think they know what those two words are talking about, however, do we? The Bible, God’s word defines the words that are used. Let us take a look first at how the Bible defines “fornication”. FORNICATION In the Old Testament, there are […]

The Ayatollahs of atheism versus the next generation of evangelists?

(Copyright) by Curtis Dahlgren (Stephenson, Michigan) “At some point, there’s going to be enough pressure that it is just going to be too embarrassing to believe in God.” – Samuel Harris (“Letter to a Christian Nation”) JOHN STUART MILL wrote about the tyranny of prevailing opinion. Conventional ‘wisdom.’ “Consensus” versus last century’s “outdated” values and mores. Like, when the Lord comes, “will He find Faith on the earth?” “The Puritan heritage distilled through the 18th century patriots without, however, loss of its original religious strength explains many features in Lincoln’s thought.” – William Wolf, “The Religion of Abraham Lincoln” (1963) Further excerpts:“The prophetic note of a God […]

The Seed of Abraham

by Avram Yehoshua (Flagstaff, Arizona) The Seed of Abraham’s website (https://www.seedofabraham.net/) has Avram Yehoshua’s teachings on it (about 180 articles), which form the theology for The Seed of Abraham. Avram calls that theology, The Hebraic Perspective. It is not to be confused with the Hebrew Roots movement nor Messianic Judaism; the former having many grievous heresies, such as Gentile circumcision, and the latter not taking Mosaic Law to heart. The major theme of the teachings center around the New Testament, after the resurrection, declaring to both Jew and Gentile Christian to walk out their faith in Jesus/Yeshua through all the […]

Fear

by Brenda Branson (Hanson, Kentucky) Copyright © September 2000 I am a prisoner . . .confined not by bars or locked doorsbut by harsh words and raised fists. I am just a few steps away from the open door of freedombut fear holds me back. Fear that his opinion of me may be true . . .That I might really be stupid and unfit.Fear that I will fail on my ownand face his sneers of contempt as he watches me struggle. Fear that no one else will ever love meor comfort me when I’m lonely and afraid.Even though he often […]

Christianity and Its Founder

March 27, 2021March 22, 2025 by Laura Lee

by Avram Yehoshua (Flagstaff, Arizona) Christianity is the only religion in the world that does NOT emulate its Founder. Yeshua/Jesus rebuked Satan’s first temptation, to change the rocks into bread, by saying to the Devil: “Man does not live by bread alone, but by EVERY WORD that proceeds from the mouth of God” (Dt. 8:3; Mt. 4:4; Lk. 4:4). When did that change? When were Christians supposed to stop living according to the words of God that Yeshua lived His life by? Isn’t Yeshua our Example in all matters of faith and practice? The author of Hebrews says that, “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today and forever” (Heb. 13:8). This means that Yeshua is still a Sabbath keeping, Passover observing and pork abstaining […]

Christmas, Easter, Halloween & Other Non-Biblical Holidays

March 27, 2021March 22, 2025 by Laura Lee

by B. L. Cocherell (Nevada) Easter, Halloween, Christmas, and the national Thanksgiving holiday in the United States are among the most commonly observed religious and secular observances which many people believe are a part of the Christian God’s worship system; however, basic research into the origin of these observances shows these observances to be unacceptable to God the Father and Jesus Christ. Anyone who wishes to worship the true God and his Son correctly should understand the seriousness of celebrating these religious and secular observances, because their origin and practice involved fertility rites, sexual licentiousness, and the worship of false gods […]

End of the World

March 20, 2021March 21, 2025 by Laura Lee

by John Jewell (London, England) The end of the world! Is it, or the possibility of it, a reality or not? Is there something in the message that one used to see in some of our bigger town centers? “Flee from the wrath to come” and sometimes accompanied by the words “The end of the world is nigh”All carried on boards slung over the shoulders! Or propped up on the pavement.However, one may be forgiven, as we look at the state of the world today, for thinking there is some validity in the statements. We do, after all, live in […]

The Gospel of the Devil

March 20, 2021March 21, 2025 by Laura Lee

by Richard Frates (Easley, South Carolina) The Gospel of the Devil: Preachers Shout “Do Not Judge” the State shouts “Do Not Discriminate.” One and the same message: Discriminate against God and all who believe God. Accuse them of Judging and Discriminating and Not – Honoring what God proclaimed is evil. The State and Church: Believe Satan’s gospel “Do Not Discriminate” and “Do Not Judge.” After receiving a message rebuking church leaders for honoring sexual perverts and politicians for imposing sexual perversion on the nation and calling on them to repent. Pastor Bob from Olympia Washington said, “As a born-again believer I rebuke […]

Passover

March 20, 2021March 21, 2025 by Laura Lee

by Arlan Weight (Bismarck, North Dakota) When should we keep it? Should it be observed at the beginning of the 14th of Abib (Nisan), or at the end? Should we observe eight days of unleavened bread or seven. Is the Passover called a Feast? Many people of the churches of God are confused over these questions. Why? Let’s face it. Most, if not all of the people in the ‘church’, have come to observe these days as a result of the preaching and teaching of Herbert W. Armstrong and the Worldwide Church of God. The way and manner is […]

Does God Heal Today?

by Bill Glover (Eugene, Oregon) I have extremely mixed emotions as I write this article. My emotions are not mixed or confounded on the subject of healing itself but rather on the reaction of those who read this article. Many times, I have endeavored to address this topic in different forums and in most cases was rebuffed and criticized and even ridiculed. Some have reacted with “Who does he think he is?” This reaction caused me to avoid the subject altogether for a while even though I often encountered people who desperately needed God’s blessings. Eventually I realized how wrong I […]

Are You Sick and Tired?

By Brenda Branson (Hanson, Kentucky) Copyright © October 2007 “Are you tired of the way the world is turning? Are you tired of the way your life has gone? Do you long for some joy instead of weeping?” As I heard those words being sung, I wanted to stand up and shout with great passion, “Yes! Yes, I’m tired and I’m not going to take it anymore!” I’m tired of the evil in this world—evil that threatens, slaps and punches; evil that hurls missiles of verbal abuse; evil that delights in dominating and demeaning others in order to make oneself feel more […]

Does Scripture Support a Salaried Ministry?

by Ray E. Daly (Lincoln, North Dakota) Eph. 4:28 “Let him that stole, steal no more. Rather, let him LABOR. Working with his HANDS that which is good. That he may have [extra] to give to the poor.” Most students of Scripture would quickly recognize the meaning and intent of the above words, “to give to him that has need”. There are so many Scriptures that support this command. For example, the night of the last Passover service, Jesus told Judas something, by which he left the gathering. The disciples wondered why he left. And one of their thoughts […]

Angel Sighting

by Laura Lee (Bismarck, North Dakota) As a child, I never grew up in the church of God nor did I ever have contact with anyone who kept a Saturday Sabbath, at least not to my knowledge, so the true story I am about to tell you may change the way you look at those in other affiliations. Our family bounced from church to church, starting with the Congregational church which I believe changed into or split into the United Church of Christ, where I was sprinkled as a 5th grader. That church lit candles apparently and my mother thought […]

Cobras & Pit Bulls

Are You Busy?

Sent by Rusty Ames (Proctor, Texas) Satan called a worldwide convention. In his opening address to his evil angels, he said, “We can’t keep the Christians from going to church. We can’t keep them from reading their Bibles and knowing the truth. We can’t even keep them from forming an intimate, abiding relationship experience with Christ. If they make and keep a personal connection with Jesus, our power over them is broken.” “So, let them go to their churches, let them have their conservative lifestyles, but steal their time, so they can’t gain that experience in Jesus Christ.” “This […]

Brethren in Need

by William P. Goff (Myrtle Beach, South Carolina) Greetings Brethren from your 3rd world country brethren. My name is Bill Goff, and a member of the cog. There are many of our impoverished brethren living in 3rd world countries around the world who need our help. I myself have had my feet on the ground in E Africa for many years, especially Kenya and Tanzania. Most of our brethren are peasant farmers and suffer a lot. Some current needs include supplies for keeping the upcoming Passover and Feast of Unleavened Bread. They cannot afford Passover wine, or flour for making […]

All Abuse Hurts

March 6, 2021March 19, 2025 by Laura Lee

by Brenda Branson (Hanson, Kentucky) Copyright © 2004 All Rights Reserved Most people think “abuse” is just physical attacks such as hitting, punching, kicking, pulling hair, twisting limbs, pinching, slapping, biting, etc.There are many other types of abusive behavior which hurt just as much or more than physical abuse. Just because an abuser stops hitting his spouse doesn’t mean he has stopped being abusive. Here are other varieties of abuse which are just as destructive as physical abuse: Emotional Abuse—Name-calling, mind games, “crazy-making,” belittling, shaming, extreme manipulation, coercion. · Economic Abuse—Withholding money as punishment and making partner beg for necessities, demanding […]

The Great White Throne Judgment

March 6, 2021March 19, 2025 by Laura Lee

by Rhoda Foust (Lehigh Acres, Florida) What is meant by “Judgment” anyway? Does it mean that anyone who is judged will be severely punished? Does it lead to destruction “? We are all familiar with the term “Judge”. We understand when one breaks the law of the land, he/she normally will stand before a judge in a court room, one who determines the cost of the offense. But is this what God’s judgments mean? In studying we find that in the Old Testament when the Hebrew word according to Strong’s concordance #0494 it means “act of deciding a case, decision, […]

The World as We Know It is About to Become History

March 6, 2021March 19, 2025 by Laura Lee

by David Ben-Ariel (Toledo, Ohio) Those who strongly disagree with the “European Union” forging ahead, the Euro-skeptics, state sovereignty is under attack and that the EU is going backwards, descending into the darkness of fascism, not advancing democratic ideals but sacrificing them with impunity. Rodney Atkinson, author of three books on the subject of Fascist Europe Rising (his most recent), led the charge, sounded the alarm, from a strictly secular point of view that interestingly matched what theologian Herbert W. Armstrong was warning about from a purely biblical perspective: the revival of the unholy Roman Empire is well underway and most […]

Born Again: The Kingdom of God!

by David Ben-Ariel (Toledo, Ohio) Jesus was sent to Earth to deliver a Message to mankind. A startling message from Outer Space – the third Heaven – from our CREATOR GOD. A correct understanding of what that REVELATION is – the one and only true Gospel – separates God’s Church from all others and exalts the pure religion above every false way! (John. 17:17). There is only one way to enter God’s Kingdom – and that is through Christ! (Acts 4:12). He is the Key that unlocks God’s Royal House, the Open Door to the Universe, the Gateway to Eternity, the […]

Diversity Madness!

by Richard Frates (Easley, South Carolina) The Devil is a Diversity Professor: The “Diversity Doctrine” is: Racist, Depraved, and Insane. Honor and respect is to be lavished on the Diverse – Based on Race and Sexual Perversion. Forced Acceptance is to be imposed on All by Law. That is complete folly – And a Satanic Attack on those who are Not the Favored-Race or Sexual Perverts. Who do not fit into Professor-Diversity categories of – Victims of All who are Not what they are! Arrogant Shallow-Minded Lawmakers and Judges make Special Laws to Protect the “Diverse” from the Non-Diverse? Absurd! […]

The Cure for the Tragic American Condition

(Copyright) by Richard Markland (London, Ohio) What is it about prosperity that opens the door to complacency? Urgency is nonexistent when everything is convenient and within reach. According to Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary Eleventh Edition: Prosperity- “Self-satisfied: especially when accompanied by unawareness of actual dangers; unconcerned.” Simply put, a sense of urgency has no place within the American mindset if life is going well. It has been eight decades since Americans were asked to sacrifice, both in the cost of lives, and personal comforts. The generation of World War II was a far cry from what Americans have become. This is a generation […]

Beware of the Leaven of the Pharisees

by Gregory Diaz (Wayne, New Jersey) Christians are commanded to “grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ” (2 Pet 2:3). Christians should be open to gaining a deeper understanding of the bible. Therefore, let us consider one important concept that has not yet been understood, although it is a priority for the church to observe. It is clearly in the bible. It is also clearly in contrast to the wisdom of the world. For this reason, it has been ignored, explained away, or rejected. As Christians we must be willing to follow the […]

Is Disfellowshipping a Christian Practice?

February 27, 2021March 31, 2025 by Laura Lee

by Arlan Weight (Bismarck, North Dakota) Is disfellowshipping and suspension a Christian practice? If so when should it be done? Who should do it? Can we prove it from the Bible? Is the Bible specific enough for us to know? How does it square with the teaching of Jesus? Have many people become confused? From my first encounter with the Worldwide Church of God in the late 60’s and early 70’s disfellowshipping was a common practice. Not being close enough to issues I never really knew the details of why certain people were put out of the church; I […]

Vaccine Folly – Mask Hysteria

February 20, 2021March 17, 2025 by Laura Lee

by Richard Frates (Easley, South Carolina) Why are so many wearing a facemask? Monkey See Monkey Do: Who is Making a Monkey out of You? Socialize Hand-Shaking Distance: Shackled Dependent Slaves of the State? Healthy men and woman wearing Masks, and Social Distancing themselves, identifies them as Defeated, Fearful; whose faith has been Captured by Media, and the CDC Masters of Fear and Paranoia Dr. Frankenstein Fauci. Facemasks are a – Virus Trap – health hazard. Workers are being Fresh Oxygen Starved – Re-Breathing Exhausted Air. More moisture, warmer, darker, diminished oxygen around the mouth and nose is inviting – […]

If You Believe

by Bud Cocherell (San Jose, California) If you believe that Herbert W. Armstrong restored all truth and that you do not need to follow the instructions of the apostle Peter to Grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, then read no further. But if you believe the prophet Hosea’s prophetic warning: My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge: because you have rejected knowledge, I will also reject you, that you shall be no priest to me: seeing you have forgotten the law of your God, I will also forget your children.; and if […]

Evil Prevails

by Clyde Ferrell Jr. (Mount Calm, Texas) The bible says, “The heart is deceitful above all things and desperately wicked, who can know it” (Jeremiah 17: 9) There is also a saying that “Evil prevails because good men do nothing.” In reality, “Evil Prevails.” The movie Lords of War? starring Nicolas Cage attests to the evil that men do as it is based on actual events of an American munitions dealer. It is a fact that men use the War card as their license to kill people legally. The more wars there are the more money arms dealers make. Commerce, […]

Go To Your Brother…

by Arlan Weight (Bismarck, North Dakota) From my first encounter with the Worldwide Church of God in the late 60’s and early 70’s ‘suspension’ and disfellowshipping’ were common practices. Prior to either one of these measures being taken, there was an effort to reconcile with the one involved in the infraction. From my perspective the effort usually involved the ministry, maybe not always, but usually. Over the years I have always had this nagging thought that many people were never reconciled or encouraged in a right way such that they would return and consequently were disfellowshipped. Once disfellowshipped they […]

SIGNS OF THE TIMES: Is dissent a thing of the past?

by Curtis Dahlgren (Stephenson, Michigan) The function of liberal Republicans is to shoot the wounded after battle.” Senator Eugene McCarthy BARRY GOLDWATER RECOMMENDED SAWING OFF THE EASTERN SEABOARD. “When the wind is in the East, ’tis neither good for man nor beast,” and here are some quotations from the Ivy League region of the country: “The chief problem of the lower-income farmers is poverty.” Nelson Rockefeller “The streets are safe in Philadelphia; it’s only the people who make them unsafe.” former mayor Frank Rizzo “Marvin never tells a lie if he can give you a misleading statement instead.” friend of […]

Mathematical Viewpoint

Sent by Rich Daniels (Wisconsin) From a strictly mathematical viewpoint:What Equals 100%? What does it mean to give MORE than 100%? Ever wonder about those people who say they are giving more than 100%? We have all been in situations where someone wants you to give over 100% How about achieving 101%? What equals 100% in life? Here’s a little mathematical formula that might help you answer these questions: If:A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Is represented as:1 2 3 4 5 […]

The Khazars Tribe 13

February 20, 2021March 25, 2025 by Laura Lee

by Yair Davidiy (Jerusalem, Israel) “The KHAZARS” were a semi-nomadic people who became prominent in southern Russia and its neighborhood in the 600s to 900s CE. They were quite powerful with a far-reaching influence and well-developed civilization. They protected the Jews while giving full citizenship rights to Christians and Moslems who served them faithfully. “The KHAZARS” converted to Judaism and henceforth were Jewish. Some people (including many anti-Semites) claim that most Jews today are descended from “The KHAZARS”. This is not true on the whole, but “The Khazars” did contribute to the Jewish Nation. The Question is: Who were they? Map […]

Where in Scripture is The Trinity Mentioned?

by Wily Elder (Ocala, Florida) The short answer is: The Trinity is never mentioned in any scriptures. The next question would be: Where is the Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost (Holy Spirit) mentioned together? Only two places in the Bible do we have this occurrence. One passage is in Matthew 28:19, second to the last verse in the book of Matthew. “Go you therefore and teach all nations baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit” (Matthew 28:19). This scripture would appear to be an implicit endorsement of the Trinity, the three-in-one […]

Abortion: The Culture of Death

by Barbara Collins (God’s Word to Women Website) David said in Psalms 139:13, Amplified, “For You did form my inward parts. You did knit me together in my mother’s womb.” Why have so many unborn lives become like unraveled knitting? $254.4 million in 2002-03 from taxpayers Since 1973, the Roe v Wade decision has generated approximately 46 million abortions totally or around 1.3 million abortions each year since that time. Up until about forty years ago, the 2000-year-old Hippocratic Oath led medical school graduates to say at their commencement, “I will maintain the utmost respect for human life from the time […]

Is Calling Someone “Mister” Christian?

by Nathaniel Burson (Big Sandy, Texas) Why does the whole world insist on this custom? Is this the way of showing true respect to an elder? Should YOU use the term “Mr.”? What does your BIBLE say? Christ tells you NOT to be called Master, or Mister. And yet what are we called upon to do, even in the Church of God, dozens, perhaps hundreds, of times a day? Many say, “well, it is just a sign of respect. Children, in particular, should show respect to their elders.” And the Bible FULLY agrees that they should show respect! But HOW does it […]

Do You DARE to Be Bold?

by Nathaniel Burson (Big Sandy, Texas) Do you? Can you truly go BOLDLY before the throne of grace? Without fear? This is a time to be honest with yourself. Aren’t there usually some nagging concerns in the back of your mind when you pray? What if God were here now… in front of you… Would you be nervous? Would you be concerned that he might be mad at you? If so, then you are not ABLE to be BOLD, and you must ask yourself… WHY. You are scared in the presence of God because you KNOW you do not measure […]

Conspiracy!

Sent by Robert Chisolm (Email) THIS IS HAPPENING RIGHT HERE IN OUR OWN COUNTRY!We Must Stop This Immediately Have you noticed that stairs are getting steeper? Groceries are heavier. And everything is farther away. Yesterday I walked to the corner and I was dumbfounded to discover how long our street had become! And, you know, people are less considerate now, especially the young ones. They speak in whispers all the time! If you ask them to speak up, they just keep repeating themselves, endlessly mouthing the same silent message until they are red in the face! What do they think I am, […]

Have a Nice Day!

Sent by Robert Chisolm (Email) To: YOUDate: TODAYFrom: GODSubject: YOURSELFReference: LIFE This is God. “Today” I will be handling All of your problems for you. “I do Not need your help”. So have a nice day. I love you. P.S. “And, remember…. If life happens to deliver a situation to you that you cannot handle, do Not attempt to resolve it yourself! “Kindly put it in the SFGTD (something for God to do) box. I will get to it in MY TIME.” All situations will be resolved, but in My time, not yours. Once the matter is placed into the box, do not […]

Parable of a Shepherd

Reprinted from Servants’ News Published by Norman S. Edwards (Perry, Michigan) John 21:15-17 & Acts 20:28: These Scriptures contain instructions to Peter to “feed and tend my sheep”, and a group of elders to “shepherd the church of God”. Some will claim that these verses set the leadership in authority over the people as a shepherd is in authority over his animals. They forget that our Savior is the chief Shepherd (1 Pet. 5:4) and that believers are all His sheep (1 Cor. 3:23). We can easily demonstrate the relationship from a brief parable: A prince hired a shepherd to […]

Major Changes are Necessary if America is to Survive

(Copyright) by Richard Markland (London, Ohio) When looking at society, it is becoming more difficult to not only understand changes taking place, but where changes are headed. To discuss whether the changes are justified or not is a point of contention. Condemnation towards those who are conservative is becoming more widely accepted because society is more liberal and lawless. Conservatism, however, is viewed as the culprit for out-of-control reasoning and resulting behavior in the nation today. How Stable Will America Be If Liberalism Becomes the Overriding New Reality?Liberalism and people who are liberal have been waging a full-scale assault on the nation’s […]

Church Leaders – Surrenders to the State – Moral Authority

by Richard Frates (Easley, South Carolina) And that is State Worship. Church leaders have disarmed themselves: They have “Closed their Eyes” to the Sword of Truth. Christian leaders, Jews, and Messianic Jews – have – Surrendered to the State “The Knowledge of Good and Evil” without a whimper in Protest. If a believer in God’s word Speaks out against the Evil of the State – Legalizing – Sexual Perversions. Church Leaders confirm their – Disloyalty to God and – Bow in Loyalty to the State – by condemning them for getting involved in “Politics.” Jeremiah 6:10 describes them “Their ears […]

Can You Know WHEN?

February 6, 2021March 18, 2025 by Laura Lee

by Nathaniel Burson (Big Sandy, Texas) Can you unlock the secrets that tell you when the end of the world is coming? Does God have a set date in mind? Will he reveal it to man before the end comes? The Bible tells you, YES! Matthew 24:36 But of that day and hour knoweth no man, no, not the angels of heaven, but my Father only. His father KNEW, nearly 2000 years ago, the DAY and even the HOUR of Christ’s second coming! Not even Christ knew this, when he was on earth. But later, after his resurrection, he said […]

Renewal of the Earth

by Ray Daly (Lincoln, North Dakota) Psalm 104:30 “…You renew the face of the earth!” Read these words again. And a third time if necessary. Then ask yourselves. “What do they mean? And are they Truth”. Well, they are indeed Truth. And since the word “renew” means to return something to its original shape or condition, then the words mean that The Almighty is going to see to it that the earth will be returned to its pre flood condition. Return it to its Genesis One condition. When people view the earth today, they see gigantic sized oceans, and incredibly high mountain […]

Division Will Lead to the Nation’s Destruction if not Restrained

(Copyright) by Richard Markland (London, Ohio) The year 2020 will go down in history as a year of deep division. It will be remembered as a time in which Americans turned on one another. The national election for the presidency will be remembered as illegitimate by Trump supporters and conservatives, but fair by Democrats and liberals. Most Americans fail to see long range repercussions for the way they decide to deal with problems. What is taking place will irreversibly harm the country as long as emotions are the driving force behind the stances people are taking. What is developing is a national […]

Ending the Cycle of Abuse in the Church of God

by Laura Lee (Bismarck, North Dakota) If you saw an old woman being robbed, would you help her? If you knew a child was being sexually molested, would you report it to the proper authorities? If you knew a woman was being abused by her husband, would you help her? If you heard a man beating his wife, would you call the police? If you knew someone had just lost a loved one, would you be a friend? If you knew someone had a family member who was mentally ill, would you be a friend? If you saw, or […]

The Promised Land