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The Wise and the Foolish
(Copyright) by Paul Janvier Mbock (Cameroon) ““For the Lord GOD does nothing without revealing his secret to his servants the prophets”” (Amos 3:7) ESV– ” And he said unto me, Seal not the words of the prophecy of this book. For the time is near” (Rev. 22:10). There is a parallelism between Matthew 7:21-23 and Matthew 25:1-12, because these two passages each have two categories of people called for the Kingdom of Heaven or Kingdom of God: In Matthew 7:21-23 There are those who say ‘Lord, Lord (or Jesus, Jesus)’ and do the Will of the Father (God)- (V 21), and 2) Those who say ‘Lord, Lord […]
Letters
Letter from Anonymous & Letter from Curtis Dahlgren Letter from Anonymous (October 1, 2022)Please keep this email private. The following is not meant to criticize, because I think the work you are doing is worthwhile to some individuals.However, I doubt that many folks who read the newsletter are able to discern between correct and incorrect biblical truth (as you assume), especially when the scattered assemblies of the elect are dysfunctional at best, with each having very different views on basic biblical teachings (including myself). In my view the Iron Sharping Iron section is counterproductive and engenders animosity and strife between individuals. Having said […]
Making Wise Decisions
(Copyright) by Dwight Fleming (Oroville, California) Have you ever made a decision that you later regretted? If so, you probably learned a valuable lesson from it. Perhaps you have a big decision to make and worry about making the right decision. Praying about it would be the first thing to consider. Then seek helpful advice from respected and knowledgeable people. The Bible says that there is safety in a multitude of counselors (Proverbs 11:14). Adding to that consider Proverbs 15:22: “Plans fail for lack of counsel, but with many advisers they succeed.” As everyone knows, it is always good to get a second […]
The Model Prayer
The Model Prayer (Part One): Introduction(Copyright) by Richard T. Ritenbaugh (Charlotte, North Carolina) Prayer is an intrinsic part of the religion revealed in the pages of Scripture. The Old Testament records many instances of faithful men and women humbly requesting mercy and aid from the God of heaven and earth, whether it is Daniel beseeching God to forgive Israel for her many sins (Daniel 9) or Hannah requesting a son, whom she would dedicate to God for His use (I Samuel 2). A study of the Old Testament prayers reveals a wide range of subjects, attitudes, circumstances, and styles in which God’s people have […]
“One is Taken and the Other Left…”
(Copyright) by Rich Traver (Clifton, Colorado) In this season which focuses on the Second Coming of Christ and the establishment of the millennial Kingdom of God on Earth, there’s a corresponding belief system that will impact vast numbers of sincere believers. In the past, there was an event that shook the foundations of what we know as the fundamentalist persuasion. Are we about to see a similar repeat of that spiritual earthquake just ahead? A century and three quarters ago, an anticipation of an imminent event gripped a major segment of the religious world here in the United States. That supposedly pending […]
The King is Coming!!!!
(Copyright) by Dwight Fleming (Oroville, California) Get ready for what we have all been waiting for. Yes, the King is coming! The King of planets, that is. Jupiter is the largest planet in our solar system which makes it the king of planets. On September 26, it will be in opposition to the Earth which occurs about once every 13 months. Jupiter takes about eleven earth years to orbit the sun. The Earth takes 365 and one quarter days to orbit the sun. Since Jupiter is moving much slower in its orbit, the earth is able to catch up with Jupiter […]
The Russian Military Threat Beyond America’s Southern Border
(Copyright) by Richard Markland (London, Ohio) The American people are domesticated in their view of dangers facing the country. What is taking place in Washington, the invasion of the southern border region by illegal aliens, empty store shelves due to the supply chain crisis, inflation, out of control crime, the China virus, and the crisis in the nation’s schools dominate the concerns of most Americans. In 2020, nations such as Russia, China, North Korea, and Iran became emboldened due to what can only be described as a weakened and disgraced President Biden and his administration, which has become an embarrassment to […]
A Little Joke
Sent by Lorena Haar (Vancouver, Washington) A young mother invited a lot of people over for a dinner one evening. So just before she sat down to eat that night, she asked her little girl if she would say a prayer. The little girl said, but I don’t know what to say. So, her mother said, pray the words you think I would say! So, the little girl prayed, Dear God, why did I invite all these people here for dinner tonight?
The Economic Ninja
(Copyright) by Dwight Fleming (Oroville, California) The Economic Ninja has a message for the wise. He shares how his understanding of God’s cycles helped him with past investments. He then encourages us to be spiritually ready for what may be ahead. Take a few minutes to hear his prudent message. We have nothing to fear. Yet, we do need to be wise and “redeem the time.” “See then that you walk circumspectly, not as fools, but as wise. Redeeming the time because the days are evil” (Ephesians 5:15). Remember, when Christ returns, He will ask you how much you gained by trading. […]
Jacob’s Ladder in Egypt (Prophecy)
(Copyright) by Dwight Fleming (Oroville, California) In a previous article, I discussed how God uses mountains for communication and revelation to His people. Jesus, at times, went up on a mountain to pray or to deliver a sermon. God spoke the ten commandments and entered into a covenant with the children of Israel at Mount Sinai as famously portrayed in the 1956 movie, “The Ten Commandments.” But before God met with the children of Israel on Mount Sinai after the Exodus, He met with Abraham on another mountain-top located in Canaan just east of Bethel as I discussed previously. Many years […]
The Mainstream Media Needs to be Put Out of its Misery
(Copyright) by Richard Markland (London, Ohio) The American people have access to an exorbitant amount of information, yet most are unaware of what’s taking place in the country and the world. The majority of Americans are either mentally malnourished when it comes to being well informed or mentally overweight as a result of filling their minds with unfiltered junk. People willfully choose what they believe is worth knowing. Most Americans are making the wrong choices. What takes place on reality shows, in sports, music, movies, weekly sitcoms and the latest gossip about the lives of celebrities is the focus of far […]
The commencement address you didn’t get to hear this year — YET
(Copyright) by Curtis Dahlgren (Stephenson, Michigan) “Welcome to the real world.” — someone once said EVER SINCE THE FIRST DAY YOU ENTERED 4-YEAR-OLD KINDERGARTEN, you have been given the impression that you are the world’s Hope for the Future. HA! You guys have been told that you are the most intelligent, the best-educated — the most highly evolved — generation in American history. WHAT A CROCK! What would your teachers know about American history? They’ve never heard of such a thing. You guys wouldn’t even be able to pass an eighth-grade graduation test from a one-room country school in the 1880s! Half […]
Uncle Tom
by Richard Frates (Easley, South Carolina) Racism is in the heart; the skin is innocent white or black: Black Leaders and Politicians, wake up and embrace – that – obvious and truthful statement. Another revelation: Racism is a two-way street named: Self-righteous, arrogance, pride, and resentment; full of accusers traveling one way. Have black leaders ever considered and shared with their followers: Race or skin color may Not be the reason why others do not like or trust you or seldom visit your neighborhoods? Never, if blacks have faults it’s because of others. Possibly, it may be because, black leaders and […]
Letter
Letter from Curtis Dahlgren (September 17, 2022) Thanks for the posting.
Prophetic Proclamation of Doom
(Copyright) by James Steinle (Swanville, Minnesota) 1 hour video of what appears to be watershed news of biblical importance to mankind at the end of (human government) trying to do things their own way! News as reported by those now in power in their own words..the new King Charles III (what he said on Nov.1, 2021 as Prince Charles), the pope (a new worldwide religion now in effect called chrislam and an Austrian power man who may bring it all together politically. To me, this appears to tie a lot of prophecy into what is right now happening on earth […]
Take the Quiz!
(Copyright) by Avram Yehoshua (Flagstaff, Arizona) Take the Quiz! (The Answers)(Copyright) by Avram Yehoshua (Flagstaff, Arizona) Iron Sharpening IronIn regard to: Take the Quiz!Article by Avram YehoshuaComments by Avram Yehoshua (Flagstaff, Arizona) That was great what you did with the Quiz, cutting it in half and asking for the answers from people:)
My Involvement with 2 Royal Visits to Australia
(Copyright) by Craig White (Australia) In my upbringing South Africa was a republic and of course most at school were that way inclined. My Mum was pro-Royal lite but Dad (as a British migrant) was completely pro-Royal and he helped me to understand its goodness, terrific ancient traditions, the $billions it raises in charity work, the happiness it brings (including the glorious pomp and ceremony), enormous inflow of $$$ due to tourism, stability, etc. etc. etc. Over time I became a constitutional monarchist by age 16 or so. When the family moved to the UK, I was able to see Buckingham Palace, […]
The True Cross
(Copyright) by Nathaniel Burson (Big Sandy, Texas)
The Little Horn of Daniel
(Copyright) by Dwight Fleming (Oroville, California) The Little Horn is only mentioned in the Book of Daniel beginning with the 7th chapter: “After this I saw in the night visions, and behold a fourth beast, dreadful and terrible, and strong exceedingly; and it had great iron teeth: it devoured and brake in pieces, and stamped the residue with the feet of it: and it was diverse from all the beasts that were before it; and it had ten horns. I considered the horns, and behold, there came up among them another little horn, before whom there were three of the […]
Twisted Culture – LGBT – America: And January sixth
by Richard Frates (Easley, South Carolina) Job 9:24 “When a Land falls into the hands of the wicked God blindfolds it’s judges.” Joe Biden and Kamala Harris are God’s Rebuke to – LGBT – America. God is taking away our peace and prosperity. BECAUSE: Politicians Left and Right and Most Christians and Jews in America Reject God and Believe the Devil. Congress and Judges making Law IMPOSING what God proclaimed Evil on the nation: Is Devil Worship! Unless our national leaders Repent: And call on the nation to Repent. America will suffer God’s wrath. Americans are considered by politicians and […]
The Restrainer
(Copyright) by Dwight Fleming (Oroville, California) The commentary given by Dr. Steve Turley, in the video linked below, reminded me of Paul’s prophetic warning in 2 Thessalonians 2:1-12. The apostle Paul warned of a time where many would depart from the faith which would lead to the rising of a “lawless one” who would deceive by the power of Satan those who do not desire to know the truth of God. Yet, there would exist a “restrainer” who would prevent this future “son of perdition” from arising. Once the Restrainer was removed, then the “man of sin” would be revealed […]
Did God Want Israel to have a King?
(Copyright) by Craig White (Australia)
The Exodus Case
(Copyright) by Bill Buckman (Port Austin, Michigan) by Dr. Lennart Moller© 2002 by Scandinavia Publishing House Many of you may be familiar with the late Ron Wyatt. He claimed to have made many Biblically related archaeological discoveries, such as the location of the cities of Sodom and Gomorrah, Noah’s ark and the Ark of the Covenant. This reviewer definitely disagrees with Wyatt’s claims on the Ark of the Covenant. Wyatt places the crucifixion on the hill north of Jerusalem, but there seems to be a lot of good evidence that the crucifixion took place on the Mount of Olives east of the city. This review, however, deals with a book […]
Biden’s ‘Battle for the Soul of the Nation’ Speech
by Richard T. Ritenbaugh (Charlotte, North Carolina) On the evening of September 1, 2022, the President of the United States, Joseph Biden, delivered a primetime address to the nation from Independence Hall in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Typically, a speech from that storied location would elicit thoughts of the bravery and foresight of America’s Founders, hearkening back to the beginnings of the Republic and the spirit of freedom and self-governance that inspired the thirteen colonies to unite and defy Great Britain. Not so this night. While Biden tried to evoke these images through words, what the audience and viewers around the country saw conjured […]
The Roadmap to Immortality
by Nathaniel & James E. Burson (Big Sandy, Texas) If this world, the churches in this world, and even the churches of God, if they only knew! If they only knew HOW WRONG, how totally unscriptural most of their teachings were! And, standing out as a beacon above all of their errors is their teaching on LOVE. LOVE is a magical word which seems to fix any problem today. You should LOVE sinners, LOVE evil people, LOVE rebellious children, nations should LOVE each other, and ministers beg, plead, and practically bribe people each week to get them to show more […]
Back-to-school special: Pagan green religions won’t ‘save the planet’
(Copyright) by Curtis Dahlgren (Stephenson, Michigan) “The reason there’s pollution in the world is because the Bible says, ‘Subdue the earth.’” – UW-Madison landscaping professor on the first day of class in 1970 (something was lost in his translation, like “Dress and keep it”). IN 1960 (I was at the Kremlin-on-Mendota two times) an economics professor at the UW urged me to stay in college, but many of the professors were already too liberal for my taste (climbing trees was more to my taste). Parents, you have “got” to prepare your kids for the attempted brainwashing before it’s too late! Common […]
Church of God Timelines
(Copyright) by Craig White (Australia) Church of God Timelines captures the major events in the Church of God and related communities since the late 1700s. Almost a year-by-year recording of key and interesting events can be found in the document which is thoroughly referenced. It also contains a number of appendices and an extensive bibliography for further research. Download at: CHURCH OF GOD TIMELINE (friendsofsabbath.org) ———————————————————————————————Reprinted with permission from: Friends of the Sabbath Australiahttp://www.friendsofsabbath.org/ ———————————————————————————————
Farewell, Your Majesty
(Copyright) by Dwight Fleming (Oroville, California) Farewell, Your Majesty(Copyright) by Dwight Fleming (Oroville, California) We are all saddened by the death of Queen Elizabeth II. Her passing marks the end of an era, not just for the United Kingdom, but for the entire world. As the longest reigning British monarch, she served with grace and dignity that won the hearts of nearly everyone despite any human flaws. She was a great lady, not just because she had become queen, but because she was dedicated to serving God and country, which benefited the entire world by her example. We have all seen her […]
Wayne Cole January 18, 1930 to September 4, 2022
(Copyright) by Craig White (Australia) (This has been rearranged from what was sent to me.) Email sent to Craig White on September 5, 2022:C. Wayne ColeJanuary 18, 1930 — September 4, 2022 I just spoke to Doris. Wayne died peacefully this morning at home at 9:55 a.m. He was 92. Wayne was so happy to be able to spend quality time in the last few days with his two sons and his daughter, and also with his siblings. Wayne was still able to communicate with Doris yesterday. Doris said no service is currently being planned. Wayne was a giant in my world. Connie and I are profoundly […]
Proof of The Church
(Copyright) by Warren Zehrung (Little Rock, Arkansas) Jesus Christ said, “I will build My Church.” (Matthew 16:18) He started His Church with the disciples and those who received His Spirit on Pentecost Day. Jesus did not construct a cathedral, basilica, mosque, or any other kind of physical structure – but he began bringing together His saints – the Church. The most High God does not dwell in man-made temples (Acts 7:48). Christians are the temple of God. He lives in them, walks in them; He is their God and they are His people (2Corinthians 6:16). The Church of God is: One […]
Joy, Gladness, Rejoicing
(Copyright) by David Antion (Pasadena, California) If joy is a fruit of the Holy Spirit, can the unconverted ever have joy? The answer is YES! God has provided many types of joy, gladness, and rejoicing in this mundane life that any or all even non-religious people can have. What a miserable world it would be if there were no occasions for joy! The Bible shows that people can have joy in the person they love (Ecclesiastes 9:9). People have gladness and joy at weddings and a wife should bring her husband joy (Proverbs 5:18). The birth […]
Ancient Roots and Routes (Prophecy)
(Copyright) by Dwight Fleming (Oroville, California) Cecil B. DeMille’s 1956 “The Ten Commandments” movie dramatically portrayed God’s presence on Mount Sinai as recorded in Exodus 19. Mountain tops seem to be special places where God communicates or reveals His presence with those seeking Him. Jesus would often go to a mountain top to pray or to give revelation to His disciples (See Matthew 5:1, 14:23, 17:1-2, 24:3; Mark 3:13; Luke 6:12 for some examples). Nearly everyone has heard of the sermon on the mount. Likewise, a mountain in Canaan played a role in the lives of Abraham and Jacob. In Genesis […]
Salvation of Angels
(Copyright) by Nathaniel Burson (Big Sandy, Texas) We are blinded. You are blinded. We look at the Bible and read what it says, and we think we see – but we don’t. An unimaginable trove of truth is hidden in plain sight on every page of your Bible, and you just can’t see it – no one can. Case in point; you probably believe that devils and angels are completely different, and that there is no gray area between them – those angels are perfect and sinless, and all devils are completely opposed to God’s way, beyond all hope of redemption. The thing is, that’s […]
Letter
Letter from Ray Daly (September 2, 2022) Ray Daly writes:You asked for a continuation of my “Exodus” series. I sent to you a “conclusion” to said series. Why? Because. First, you accept some/more of it, but you “do not agree with” some parts. Truth is based on Scripture, and history that is supported by Scripture. But Scripture is the anchor. Laura Lee writes:You sent us an article that you wanted us to print. As I go through articles, I get them ready to print at the same time. When I got to the end of your article it talked about there being […]
Economic Calamity
(Copyright) by Rich Traver (Clifton, Colorado) https://usawatchdog.com/world-in-the-process-of-bankrupting-bill-holter/ Many prophecies reveal how economic control will factor into end-time social situation. Even ‘buying & selling’ will be overseen (overlorded) by a ‘system’ with lethal threats. Wages will barely cover food, let alone much else! ———————————————————————–Reprinted with permission from: Golden Sheaves https://www.goldensheaves.org/ ———————————————————————–
Nuclear Threat of WW3
(Copyright) by Dwight Fleming (Oroville, California) I came across these two videos which provide eye-opening information about America’s nuclear deterrent capability and the history of developing nuclear bombs. The first video is only 11 minutes long yet filled with good info on America’s nuclear attack capability for deterring any enemy attacks. The ability to retaliate against an enemy has been the main avenue for preventing a nuclear exchange between the superpowers of the world. However, with rogue nations, such as, Iran, obtaining nuclear weapons that equation may not work against those who welcome death as part of their religious ideology and the glory […]
Box of Old WCG Literature Arrived Today!
(Copyright) by Craig White (Australia) In December last year I was advised of a large trailer of old WCG literature and after request after request to salvage it all, it came very close to being dumped. After some toing and froing, a couple of members finally went through all of it and they both took some of it including those items I did not need. I was sent the sort of items I need for preservation and archiving – old papers, theses, handouts, policy documents etc. For instance, McDowell’s thesis on funeral customs is among the goodies as well as the […]
Food for Thought
(Copyright) by Dwight Fleming (Oroville, California) We are all affected by our surroundings and those who may affect our thinking and beliefs. Even Jesus was affected by others of negative thinking and had them removed from His presence. Lance Wallnau explains the need to remove negative influences so that we may fully focus on God’s power working in our lives. His latest post will give you good food for thought. Then see how we may be more effective in doing God’s work. The People In Your Room – Lance Wallnau
GMO Atlantic Salmon – to eat or not to eat from a scriptural perspective
(Copyright) by James Steinle (Swanville, Minnesota) “Q: AquaBounty calls the AquAdvantage™ an “advanced hybrid” fish and the company’s president Ronald Stotish said recently on CNN that there is not “any material difference between the AquaBounty salmon and an Atlantic salmon.” Is this fish an Atlantic salmon? And is it a hybrid or a genetically modified animal? A: The AquAdvantage™ salmon is an Atlantic salmon with a Chinook salmon growth gene inserted into its DNA. In addition, a regulator protein from a fish called an ocean pout has been added to the Chinook growth gene turning the gene permanently in the […]
Isn’t the term “Government School” more meaningful and truthful than the term “Public School”?
(Copyright) by Jeffrey Caldwell (Arkansas) I’m currently reading a book that is chock-full of great quotes and thoughtful passages I’d love for a lot of people to be exposed to. This snippet is not necessarily the most compelling, but merely the latest one I’ve come across … please correct me if I ever employ the term “public school” again! If the government’s education system–like so much of what the federal bureaucracy touches–is such a disaster, then why do we turn our children over to it for their entire youths? Lots of reasons, starting with the name–“public school.” They are government schools, […]
Tongues Question
(Copyright) by Rich Traver (Clifton, Colorado) This college student writes me from time to time. Tho’ not of our organizational genre, he is unusually astute and very much on track!!_____________________ College Student writes:What would you say regarding the gift of tongues? 1 Corinthians 14 states that “He that speaketh in an unknown tongue edifieth himself; but he that prophesieth edifieth the church.” Rich Traver writes:This I would say strongly suggests that the ‘tongues’ being referred to is a known language. A ‘tongue’ that needs no ‘interpretation’ to those who speak that particular language. What confuses the issue is the idea you refer to […]
Images in My Mind
(Copyright) by James Steinle (Swanville, Minnesota) (Fiction) LEAVING HOME What feelings enter the heart as the time comes for leaving the parental home. Tears are coursing down the cheeks of my mother and an obvious lump of emotion is in the throat of my father as they stand in the open door of their home. I have already started on my way down the lane towards that big, exciting world that stretches open before me. I decided earlier this spring, the time has come to try out my own wings; to break the ties with my childhood. My throat is too […]
Just too Explosive to Tell
(Copyright) by Jonathan Gray (New Zealand) Could this be the greatest find of all time? What do you think? My normal meticulous checking procedures have been blocked in this case. DISCOVERY 4 MILES DEEP?The reported discovery was made in a 4-mile deep mine in Russia. (By comparison, in the USA ancient man-made items have been discovered 2 miles deep.) A miner came up with what looked like one of those fireproof security boxes that people put their valuables in. Just the fact that something like this could be found so far down in the earth was shocking enough, but once the x-rays were done […]
Magic in the Bible
(Copyright) by David Sielaff (Portland, Oregon)
Keep The Sabbathy Sabbath
by Nathaniel Burson (Big Sandy, Texas) If I tell someone to start keeping the Sabbath, their first thought is “but how can I do that, if there are no Sabbath-keeping churches nearby??” It has become thoroughly ingrained in the mind of every Christian that keeping the Sabbath/Sunday holy means going to church. They believe that is the beginning and the end of the intent of God’s commandment on the subject. And yet… it isn’t. Because God never said that. In fact, He never once commanded you to go to church, not in the entire Bible. Think about that! So why did God never command anyone […]
Discover Your Destiny
(Copyright) by Dwight Fleming (Oroville, California) Another uplifting and encouraging post from Lance Wallnau which includes this statement: “You don’t build a brilliant future by fixing your faults, but by investing time, money and training in the area of your gifts.” How true! Too often we dwell on the negative rather than the positive. Rather than just putting energy into maintaining and repairing what we already have, we need to grow and expand what God has given us. Remember, the first commandment was to “multiply and be fruitful.” Any problems or challenges that we must face are opportunities for growth. God is […]
Behind the Curtain of Exclusivism
(Copyright) by Rich Traver (Clifton, Colorado) Few Attitudes that Churches employ Inhibit Fellowship to the Degree as does the Characteristic found in the WCG Genre. Under the Guise of Preserving Unity, the Church STILL continues to Promote a very Detrimental Posture among Members. It doesn’t take long, when among congregations made up of people having a former Worldwide Church of God background, to experience subtle and not so subtle pressures upon the membership to distance themselves from contact with or inter-action with or even reading the literature of any other ‘brother’ organization. Though the ‘not a dime’s worth of difference’ assessment […]
Which Galaxies Are Mentioned in Scripture?
(Copyright) by BibleStudy.org (Farmington, Michigan) What does astronomy reveal about God? Which planets, stars and constellations are found in the Bible? The first words found in the Bible introduce us to the Creator of all things through astronomy when it states, “In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth.” (Genesis 1:1, HBFV). They boldly declare that sometime in the distant past an all-powerful Being created all the celestial objects we view at night. This article will look at references to astronomical phenomena found in God’s word. Astronomy, in general, is the study of celestial bodies and the universe as a […]
How to Clean Your Filthy Conscience
(Copyright) by Nathaniel Burson (Big Sandy, Texas) Your conscience is FILTHY! IT, and IT ALONE, is what is keeping God from working with you! You CAN fix that, but only IF YOU WANT TO… and I mean REALLY want to! More than you want ANYTHING – more than you want your friends, your family, your habits, your money, your music, MORE THAN YOU LOVE YOUR OWN LIFE! Do you even know what your conscience was designed to do? Why God invented it in the first place? It is designed to interpret the law of God! YOUR CONSCIENCE was supposed to […]
Was Our Savior Created?
by James Steinle (Swanville, Minnesota) This question is one that has different understandings by many in the various assemblies over the years. There are a number who believe Yayshua or Jesus did not exist until he was born of Mariam. I believe the Scriptures both old and new uphold and support that he was in existence before the existence of anything else. However, I do not believe he was eternal as the Father was until he was given life eternally after coming down from Heaven and sacrificing his life for ours. Here is my understanding about this often quietly talked […]