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The 2019 U.S. Festival Brochure, prepared by graphic artist Shelly Bruno, is now posted. Here are the dates for the Fall Holy Days:

• Feast of Trumpets—September 30, 2019
• Day of Atonement—October 9, 2019
• Feast of Tabernacles—October 14-20, 2019
• Last Great Day—October 21, 2019

“Impeaching Donald Trump? No Way—and here Is WHY!” is the title of a StandingWatch program, presented by Evangelist Norbert Link. Here is a summary:

During a phone conversation in July of 2019, President Donald Trump spoke with the new leader of Ukraine, Mr. Zelenskiy, about investigating the son of former Vice President Joe Biden. As a consequence, many congressional Democrats are determined to impeach President Trump, alleging a quid pro quo deal, as Trump had withheld money approved by Congress to be given to Ukraine. At the same time, others allege that a quit pro quo existed regarding the dealings between Biden and other Democratic senators and the Ukrainian government, allegedly threatening to withhold aid, unless Ukraine were to act in a particular way. This program discusses the underlying circumstances, as well as the released transcript of the phone conversation and the whistleblower complaint, and shows you why Trump will stay in office and be reelected in 2020.

“Entmutigung, Depression und Selbstmordgedanken… Was kann man tun?” is the title of this Sabbath’s new German sermon, presented by Norbert Link. Title in English: “Discouragement, Depression and Thoughts of Suicide… What Should One Do?”

“Probleme bei LVF” is the title of this Sabbath’s new German sermonette, presented by Michael Link. Title in English: “Problems with PFT.”

“Comments on News and Prophecy ( September 21, 2019),” the message presented last Sabbath by Norbert Link, is now posted. Here is a summary:

Netanyahu is fighting for his political survival; while the USA is wavering in its response to Iran’s perceived attack on Saudi Arabia. Europe blames President Trump for the current escalation. We also discuss China’s and Russia’s influence in Iran; Europe’s revival of the Roman Empire and its coming destruction in a nuclear war; Russia’s ongoing persecution of the Jehovah’s Witnesses; the future of Italy’s ultra-right politician Matteo Salvini and the growing popularity of Germany’s ultra-right AfD party; America’s mistrust in the press; the blackface nonsense; and Trump’s attempts to instigate an Ukrainian investigation of Joe’s Biden’s son Hunter.

“A Time for Everything,” the sermon presented last Sabbath by Michael Link, is now posted. Here is a summary:

Everything has its time as Ecclesiastes 3:1-8 talks about. How can we apply each of these verses in our physical and spiritual lives?

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Here are the dates for the Fall Holy Days:

• Feast of Trumpets—September 30, 2019
• Day of Atonement—October 9, 2019
• Feast of Tabernacles—October 14-20, 2019
• Last Great Day—October 21, 2019

The new Member Letter (September 2019), written by Elder Eric Rank, has been posted and mailed to our subscribers.

“Our Scandalous Corrupt Abortion Industry,” is the title of a new StandingWatch  program, presented by Evangelist Norbert Link. Here is a summary:

This program will discuss an appalling and disturbing legal case in California, involving our corrupt abortion industry. This example could be looked upon as exposing a conspiracy between governmental agencies, politicians and abortionists in an attempt to protect the illegal trafficking of body parts of aborted babies, while persecuting and trying to silence those who expose such abominable practices.

“Unsere ungerechte Welt–unsere Wirtschaftssysteme,” is the title of this Sabbath’s new German sermon, presented by Norbert Link. Title in English: “Our Unrighteous World–Our Economic Systems.”

“Warum unvermeidlicher Streit?” the sermonette presented last Sabbath in Germany by Thilo Hanstein, is now posted.

“Lack and Limitation,” the sermonette presented last Sabbath by Kalon Mitchell, is now posted. Here is a summary:

Often times throughout our Christian life we can run into situations which stop us from growing or moving forward. When we encounter these situations we need to understand that there is a way out and a way forward. When we are not growing we are limiting how God can work in our lives. We need to continually remember that it is through our own lack and limitations that God either works in and through us, or He can’t. The choice is entirely ours.

“Our Unrighteous School- and Education- Systems,” the sermon presented last Sabbath by Norbert Link, is now posted. Here is a summary:

What is the origin of our modern education- and school- systems?  Do they help us to understand the Truth? What does the Bible tell us about human wisdom, ethics and philosophy? What are some of the many wrong concepts which our children are being taught in school? What can parents do to counteract the oftentimes devastating influence which our children experience in school?

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A new Member Letter (September 2019) has been written. In this letter, Elder Eric Rank writes about preparation for the Fall Holy Days. Along with our opportunity to appear before God with rejoicing, he cautions against Satan’s influence in trying to discourage us.

“Suicide—Why… and How to Prevent  It?” is the title of a new StandingWatch program, presented by Evangelist Norbert Link. Here is a summary:

Suicide rates are on the rise; especially in rural counties of the USA. This week has been declared as the “National Suicide Prevention Week,” to bring awareness to the warning signs of suicide. But what are they? What drives a person to wanting to commit this final act? Discouragement and depression are leading causes of suicide, but why do people become depressed? Why is suicide so useless? Why is it never a solution? What can you do if you know of a person in danger… or if you yourself are that person?

“Unsere ungerechte Welt — unsere Schul- und Bildungssysteme,” is the title of this Sabbath’s new German sermon, presented by Norbert Link. Title in English: “Our Unrighteous World–Our School- and Education-Systems.”

“Alles gehört Gott!” is the title of last Sabbath’s German sermonette, presented by Elder Christoph Sperzel. Title in English: “Everything Belongs to God.” 

“Conquering the Storm,” the sermonette presented last Sabbath by Robb Harris, is now posted. Here is a summary:

The judgement of mankind is going to come upon the world like a thief in the night.  Putting off our spiritual growth for another day will lull us into a state of unpreparedness. We must make it a daily goal to be spiritually ready for these tumultuous times ahead.

“The Law is Spiritual,” the sermon presented last Sabbath by Dave Harris, is now posted. Here is a summary:

Are you a spiritual person? Is that even possible? If it is, then how can that be achieved?

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“How Did the Second World War REALLY Start–Any Lessons Learned?” is the title of a new StandingWatch program, presented by Evangelist Norbert Link. Here is a summary:

The Second World War was supposed to end all wars. It did not. We have heard that it started when Germany invaded Poland. But this is by no means the entire story. Pertinent facts are being conveniently overlooked. This program reveals what really happened, and warns about the prophesied truth as to what we can expect to occur in the near future.

“Unsere ungerechte Welt — unsere Religionen,” is the title of this Sabbath’s new German sermon, presented by Evangelist Norbert Link. Title in English: “Our Unrighteous World–Our Religions.”

“Kapitulation,” the sermonette presented last Sabbath in Germany by Thilo Hanstein, is now posted.

“What’s the Difference?” the sermonette presented last Sabbath by Dave Harris, is now posted. Here is a summary:

The measure of man since his creation by God had been based on those who serve God and those who don’t.

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

God does not call people out of the world to become true Christians because they have done something themselves to become worthy. But rather, He calls people to become Christians because of their potential. Spiritual growth is an ongoing endeavor that never ends in the life of a Christian.

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“Italy in Prophecy” is the title of a new StandingWatch program, presented by Evangelist Norbert Link. Here is a summary:

Italy is in turmoil–again. Its 65th government after World War II has collapsed, and two parties with completely divergent viewpoints have formed the 66th government in an attempt to prevent far-right populist Matteo Salvini to stay in power.  But this new government might not last long, and Salvini, whom many have compared with Benito Mussolini, should not be counted out. What DOES the Bible say about Italy’s future? The answer might surprise you.

We also produced a German AufPostenStehen program, covering the same topic. It is titled, “Italien in der Prophezeiung.”

“Unsere ungerechte Welt — Unsere politischen Herrschaftssysteme,” is the title of this Sabbath’s new German sermon, presented by Norbert Link. Title in English: “Our Unrighteous World–Our Political Systems of Governance.”

“Der grundlose Hass,” the sermonette presented last Sabbath in German by Jens Herrmann, is now posted. Title in English: “The baseless hatred.”

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

The human condition is one which is prone to fatigue following prolonged exertion. In such a weary state, strength to continue on simply fades. What can Christians do to overcome the inevitable fatigue we face in overcoming sin?

“Choosing Our Consequences,” the sermon presented last Sabbath by Robb Harris, is now posted. Here is a summary:

We are given many examples in the Bible of men and women who faced consequences for their actions before God. These examples must become part of our consideration and the basis for our own daily actions. The path each of us takes is our choice to make. The rewards are there before us—will we follow God’s lead?

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“Donald Trump–America’s Savior or Destroyer?” is the title of a new StandingWatch program, presented by Evangelist Norbert Link. Here is a summary:

Many have different opinions about President Trump, but what does God say? This program discusses Trump’s controversial immigration policy, his bad approval ratings, his attack on Fox News and American Jews; his changing positions on background checks and the recession; his cancellation of his trip to Denmark; and troublesome descriptions about his person which he applied to or embraced of himself. We also discuss the prospects of his reelection in 2020 from God’s point of view, and we answer the question in the title of this program, while also referring to a recent sermon with much biblical proof, titled, “When It Rains, It Pours.” 

The text for our new German booklet has been finalized by Shelly Bruno and is being sent to the printer. It is the German translation of our English booklet, “The Book of Zechariah–Prophecies for Today!” In German: “Das Buch Sacharja—Prophezeiungen für die heutige Zeit!” It has been posted on our German website.

“Unsere ungerechte Welt—Unsere Rechtssysteme,” is the title of this Sabbath’s new German sermon, presented by Norbert Link. Title in English: “Our Unrighteous World–Our Legal Systems.”

“Die Seligpreisungen,” the German sermonette  presented last Sabbath by Michael Link, is now posted.

“Gaining Help and Strength from Others,” the sermonette presented last Sabbath by Brian Gale, is now posted. Here is a summary:

As church members, we should all be there for one another. We should gain help and strength from others and, just as importantly, we should give help and strength to others, wherever possible. That approach will help us all as we strive to make it into the Kingdom of God!

“When It rains, It Pours,” the sermon presented last Sabbath by Norbert Link, is now posted. Here is a summary:

Are you confronted with distress, calamity and adversity in your life? Could God have anything to do with it? Is it possible to have unshakable confidence in times of affliction, misery and trouble? How should one act and not act in the face of evil? Do great nations, such as the USA and the UK, experience today catastrophe and disaster, or will they encounter them soon? Could they avoid their impending adversity and imminent destruction? Will calamity and disaster ever end?

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The text for our new German booklet has been sent to Shelly Bruno for finalization. It is the German translation of our English booklet, “The Book of Zechariah–Prophecies for Today!” In German: “Das Buch Sacharja—Prophezeiungen für die heutige Zeit!”

“America’s Fragile Economy–the Calm before the Storm!” is the title of a new StandingWatch program, presented by Evangelist Norbert Link. Here is a summary:

We hear that America’s economy is booming. But how good is it really… or how fragile? This program discusses the real winners and losers in the US-China trade war as well as the US government’s astronomical debt and its budget deficit due to reckless spending, which bad example is followed by many American citizens.

“Ist Stolz immer verkehrt, oder gibt es berechtigten Stolz?” is the title of this Sabbath’s new German sermon, presented by Norbert Link. Title in English: “Is Pride Always Wrong, or Is there Justified Pride?”

“Mass Shooting, Satanism and the Third Temple (Comments on News and Prophecy August 10, 2019),” presented by Norbert Link last Sabbath, is now posted. Here is a summary:

It is obvious that the Dayton Ohio murderer who killed nine innocent victims was acting because of his fascination with Satanism, while being demonically influenced or possessed. Satan’s activities are becoming more and more blatant. At the same time, the fulfillment of other end-time prophecies evolve around the building of the Third Temple in Jerusalem and President Trump’s potential role regarding the same, as he himself seems to be aware of. You might be surprised to learn about most recent developments in this regard.

“Small to Big,” the sermonette presented last Sabbath by Michael Link, is now posted. Here is a summary:

How can we as True Christians relate to the parable of the mustard seed in Matthew 13?

“Christian Evolution,” the sermon presented last Sabbath by Kalon Mitchell, is now posted. Here is a summary:

As a Christian, it is imperative to change. But how should one change? Why should one change? Does God expect it? And if so, how can we do so in our modern busy world?

compiled by Dave Harris

A new Member Letter (August 2019) has been posted and mailed to our subscribers. In this letter, Pastor Rene Messier (Canada) writes of the awesome future which is promised to God’s Church—with a reminder that we must finish what God has called us to accomplish.

“What Will Europe Do when the Third Temple Is Being Built?” is the title of a new StandingWatch program, presented by Evangelist Norbert Link. Here is a summary:

Europe and especially Germany have already manifested a hostile attitude towards Israel. But what will they do when Israel begins to build the prophesied Third Temple on the Temple Mount? Some even suggest that in doing so, Israel will have to destroy the Dome of the Rock and al-Aqsa mosque. Would this lead to World War III? What does the Bible say?

“Ursula von der Leyen und die europäische Armee” is the title of a new AufPostenStehen program. Title in English: “Ursula von der Leyen and the European Army.”

“Kannst Du als junger Mensch Gott folgen? — Nicht nur für Kinder und Teens!” is the title of this Sabbath’s new German sermon. Title in English: “Can You follow God as a Young Person? — Not Only for Kids and Teens!”

“Nothing New Under the Sun,” the sermonette presented last Sabbath by Frank Bruno, is now posted. Here is a summary:

While there are people in the world who might bristle at the thought that the Bible has influenced their thinking; either directly or more subtly, the fact is it does indeed. Many of our ideas and conversations and even some of the most passionate public speeches recorded in history have been greatly influenced by biblical verses. This Sermonette will cover several of the most poignant scriptures as well as the impact they had on the world stage.

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

Do we understand the words of the Bible? They are God’s words, and we must ask whether or not we are able to hear what God says. Jesus Christ spoke God’s words, and they are the words of eternal life! Do we understand Him?

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“Europe, Britain and the USA… How Prophecy Moves On!” is the title of a new StandingWatch program, presented by Evangelist Norbert Link. Here is a summary:

During the last two weeks, we have observed some interesting and important personnel changes in Europe and Great Britain. How will the new European Commission President, Ursula von der Leyen, and the new British Prime Minster, Boris Johnson, contribute to the development of biblical prophecy in view of a European Army, Brexit and their interaction with President Donald Trump?

“Ein Unglück kommt selten allein!” is the title of this Sabbath’s new German sermon, presented by Norbert Link.  The title is a German proverb with a meaning which, in English, is something like, “When it Rains, it Pours.”

“Gelassenheit” is the title of this Sabbath’s new German sermonette, presented by Michael Link. Title in English: “Calmness.”

“Wholehearted Choice,” the sermonette presented last Sabbath by Robb Harris, is now posted. Here is a summary:

We must constantly be asking ourselves if we have a Philadelphian attitude. If we don’t care, then we are in jeopardy of allowing ourselves to fall into a Laodicean spirit. Drawing close to God on a daily basis is the surest way to thrive and persevere in an age filled with lackadaisical attitudes.

“Don’t Get Too Comfortable,” the sermon presented last Sabbath by Eric Rank, is now posted. Here is a summary:

The life of a Christian involves commitment to living in a way that is contrary to the ways of the world. Discomfort is an expected result because of this. Since our ultimate goal lies beyond the boundary of physical life, it is important that we don’t seek our satisfaction within that boundary. Our pursuit in life must not end until we are raised in glory at the return of Christ.