The Gospels’ Accounts of Events Passover Night
(Copyright 2020) by Gary C. Miller (Pocahontas, Arkansas) MATT. 26:NO foot washing(1). Betrayal:…v. 21: “…as they did eat…one of you shall betray me.” v. 23: “…He that dippeth…with me in the dish…” v. 25: “…Judas…is it I…Thou hast said.” (2). Bread:……v. 26: “…were eating…took bread,..blessed [gave thanks]…this is my body.” (3). Cup:………v. 27: “..took the […]
Countdown 469
(Copyright 10-16-2024) by Warren Zehrung (Little Rock, Arkansas) Pull up StakesGreetings to all our beloved brethren,Today is the First Day of the Feast of Tabernacles. It pictures our journey to the Promised Land—which is ultimately the Kingdom of God. What does the phrase “pull up stakes” mean? It means to take all the things that you […]
Countdown 471
(Copyright 10-02-2024) by Warren Zehrung (Little Rock, Arkansas) Greetings Brethren, and a Happy Feast of Trumpets to all. At sunset this evening I gave the shofar a blast to mark the beginning of the Holy Day. In ancient Israel, a ram’s horn (shophar in Hebrew) was blown annually on the first day of the seventh month – […]
The Bride of Christ
(Copyright 08-29-2024) by Sue & Eddie Hyatt (Grapevine, Texas) AN IMPORTANT TEACHING MOMENTPerhaps, you, like many others, have heard teachings about the expression “Bride of Christ.” This was brought afresh to our attention today, and I want to share a few thoughts that I hope will help you–should you need that help–in correctly interpreting this […]
Mary, Mother of Jesus!
(Copyright) by Bill Bratt (Portsmouth, Ohio) Today one of the most common names given to girls is the Biblical name Mary, just as the Biblical name John is given to boys. “No female has been honored as has Mary by millions of people in all the world who have named their daughters Mary. This Hebrew name […]
Where is God’s Work Today?
(Copyright 07-28-2024) by Paul Janvier Mbock (Cameroon) I – Introduction In his Last Letter to the ‘Brothers and Co-workers’ of January 10, 1986, six days before his death on January 16, 1986, Mr. Herbert W. Armstrong said: “…It is […]
They Hate You And Want You Dead
Iron Sharpening IronIn regard to: They Hate You And Want You DeadArticle by David SielaffComments by Laura Lee (Bismarck, North Dakota) First of all, Christ is not a created being: The following is talking about Christ:Col 1:15 Who is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of every creature: Col 1:16 For by him were […]
One Hundred and Twenty Names
One Hundred and Twenty Names (Part 1)(Copyright 06-15-2024) by Warren Zehrung (Little Rock, Arkansas) Who was invited to the first Pentecost where God’s Spirit was given? Let’s pick up the time-line here: 1 Corinthians 15:20 Jesus Christ had just risen from the dead: It was only 24 hours since God the Father, with the exceeding greatness of […]
The Beast and Zion!
(Copyright) by Paul Janvier Mbock (Cameroon) Here is the BEAST and ZION“For the Lord GOD does nothing without revealing his secret to his servants the prophets.” (Am 3:7). “And he (the angel) said unto me, Seal not the words of the prophecy of this book, for the time is at hand”. (Rev. 22:10). 1) INTRODUCTION“The beast you […]
Memorial of Deliverance
(Copyright 05-25-2024) by Warren Zehrung (Little Rock, Arkansas) Introduction:Each of the Feasts of the Lord carry much meaning for the people of God. Let me begin with a question. What is the meaning of the Last Day of Unleavened Bread? We are given a pretty good understanding of the meaning of the first Feast Day in […]
The Gold Lampstand (Zec. 4)
(Copyright 05-27-2024) by Paul Janvier Mbock (Cameroon) “Then the angel who was speaking with me returned and woke me, as a man is awakened from his sleep. “What do you see?” he asked. “I see a solid gold lampstand,” I replied, “with a vase at the top and seven lamps on it, with seven spouts to the lamps. There are […]
Lifeline
(Copyright 05-10-24) by Warren Zehrung (Little Rock, Arkansas) First Day of Unleavened Bread(Sermon Notes) OffertoryIn His last remaining hours on earth, Jesus taught vital lessons that tied together so much of what He had taught His disciples in the previous three and a half years. Jesus gives us the crucial lesson of the Vine and the […]
Double Trouble
(Copyright 2023) by Dwight Fleming (Oroville, California) A new king has been coronated. Will he follow a traditional role or decide to implement changes to fit the agenda he pursued as prince? His reign may parallel an ancient king who was not satisfied with the old ways. This ancient king made radical changes by making alliances […]
Pentecost and the Coming of the Holy Spirit
(Copyright 2008) by Bryan T. Huie (Dennard, Arkansas) The festival most Christians know as Pentecost is called Shavu’ot in Hebrew. Because of the narrative of Acts 2, much of the Christian church is still somewhat familiar with Pentecost. Christians recall the story of the mighty wind, the tongues of fire, the coming of the Holy […]
Countdown to the Return of Jesus Christ
(Copyright) by Warren Zehrung (Little Rock, Arkansas) The Feast of Trumpets pictures the return of Jesus Christ. It is a memorial (Leviticus 23:24). “Speak unto the children of Israel, saying, In the seventh month, in the first day of the month, shall ye have a Sabbath, a memorial of blowing of trumpets, a holy convocation.” […]
What and When is the Passover?
(Copyright 2017) by James Steinle (Swanville, Minnesota) The confusion of which day is the Passover arises when some think of the Passover as the meal of the Lamb. The meal is not the Passover; the Passover is the lamb itself. Let’s examine what the Scriptures say. Exodus 12:11, “And thus shall ye eat it [the lamb]; […]
The Full Knowledge of God
Iron Sharpening IronIn regard to: The Full Knowledge of GodArticle by David SielaffComments by Laura Lee (Bismarck, North Dakota) I do agree that all mankind will know all the truth about God and His ways, but because of “Free Will” some will reject God’s way and perish. We have a great example of this where […]
Did Enoch and Elijah Die
(Copyright 1993) by Ernest L. Martin (Portland, Oregon) Most Christians commonly assume that the Bible shows the prophets Enoch and Elijah as having been translated to heaven back in their times and that they are now living in an immortal state with Christ and God the Father (II Kings 2:1,11; Hebrews 11:5). The fact is, […]
Be My Valentine?
(Copyright 1997) by Mike Ford (Oxford, Georgia) Cupid, draw back your bowAnd let your arrow goStraight to my lover’s heartFor me. . .. Sam Cooke sang those words back in 1961, and “oldies” radio stations still play the song on occasion. Oddly enough, Sam Cooke was killed at the relatively young age of 29, gunned down […]
The Church of God from Judea to Chile
(Copyright 2024) by Craig M. White (Australia) The Church of God from Judea to Chile(Copyright 2024) by Craig M. White (Australia) Here is Ricardo Marchant’s book as promised. I have only formatted it, not edited it in any way. Chapters V and VI are the most important for our purpose. It is also uploaded here with other […]
Atonement 101 (Day of Atonement 2023)
(Copyright 2023) by Warren Zehrung (Little Rock, Arkansas) Bringing Gifts to GodLet’s begin with God’s instructions for this day. There is one thing we must keep in mind on God’s Holy Days: Leviticus 23:4 These are the Feasts of the LORD, even holy convocations, which ye shall proclaim in their seasons. The Appointed festivals are about Jesus […]
God Loves Us Unconditionally
(Copyright 2023) by Zac Poonen (Bangalore, India) Satan asked permission from God to sift Peter as wheat (Luke 22:31). And God permitted him to do so – because Peter had a more important ministry than all the others who were not thus sifted. Jesus only prayed that Peter’s faith would not fail (Luke 22:32). Peter […]
The Third Day
(Copyright 2023) by Dwight Fleming (Oroville, California) Which day of the week did Jesus Christ rise from the dead? Did Jesus die on Friday and then was later resurrected the following Sunday? Millions believe that Jesus of Nazareth was crucified on a Friday; put into a tomb late Friday afternoon, then resurrected early Sunday morning before […]
The Original Church Government
(Copyright) by Ray Daly (Lincoln, North Dakota) Most of the following information comes from a booklet titled “By What Authority”, by John A. Difley. The copyright was 1996. What Difley presents in his study centers on the Synagogues and their governmental systems. The start of this system of government is noted as likely having […]