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Sermons On "Holding Fast"(Rev 3:11):
- Bible Study by Mr Armstrong - "Zerubbabel's Temple" (given 21 July 1978 - played Wales UK 30th Aug 2003) (9.8Mb)
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This Bible Study begins by Mr Armstrong recording a video clip to be used in the Feast Opening Night film. A little of this is missing on this particular recording. He then goes over the scriptures that deal with Zerubbabel's temple and shows how much of this material was actually talking directly to us in 1978 as Mr Armstrong was led to put the Church "back on Track". Such scriptures also talk of the same tasks that we today - in the 21st century - should be concerned with as we are - once again - led individually "back on Track."
- Sermon by Jon Bowles -- What is an Apostle. (given Modesto California 13th April 2002) (7.9Mb)
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The sermon points out that "one sent" (the meaning of the Greek word "apostle") carries with it many vital things: Such a person was sent by God, not man (Gal 1:1), and sent for a specific reason -- to lay foundations within the Church of God (Eph 2:20). Such foundations imply illumination to the Truth for the first time (Rom 15:20) and must remain after an apostle's death (2Pet 1:15), as they were actually laid by Christ through him -- not by the man himself (1Cor 3:10-11, 4:16).
- Introduction by Jon Bowles - "Introduction to bible-study - The End Time Apostle" (given Wales UK 14th June 2003) (3.3Mb)
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This introduction reviews the first 8 chapters of a booklet currently in preparation, the last chapter (chapter 9) being "The End Time Apostle" and dealt with in detail within the main bible-study. The preceding 8 chapters reviewed are: An Apostle is one Sent; Apostles of the Early Church; Laying Foundations; Removing Blindness - for the first time; Unity - Through Grace; The Apostle to Corinth; When an apostle dies; Our Spiritual Heritage.
- Bible Study by Jon Bowles -- "The End Time Apostle" (given Wales UK 14th June 2003) (11Mb)
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This bible study examines evidence that Mr Armstrong was the prophesied end-time apostle. It covers: The end-time prophecies that one would come; Is this the end-time; The end-time Church in prophecy; Two alternative conclusions and their implications; Why the evidence points clearly to Mr Armstrong.
- Bible Study by Jon Bowles -- "Our Spiritual Heritage" (given Oswestry UK 19th July 2003) (11.5Mb)
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This Bible Study examines the spiritual heritage left to us from Mr Armstrong. Six points are covered: Why we are called now; What the spiritual heritage is, and what it is for; The two trees; An administration of the spirit and not the letter; How the letter relates to the heritage; How the administration details relate to the heritage.
- Split Sermon by Jon Bowles - "Growing - While Holding Fast" (given Bristol UK 21 Jan 2006) (8.1Mb)
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So many organisations - formerly part of WCG - try to justify their departure from the faith once delivered by quoting that we must "grow in grace and knowledge" (2Pet 3:18). But they fail to answer the real questions: Who does God indicate has the right to place Truth in His Church? What area must we grow in? What area must we hold fast, as commanded in Rev 3:11.
- Sermon by Jon Bowles - "Why Understanding the Elijah to Come is Vital" (given Wales UK 21 May 2011) (11.4Mb)
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Many former associates accept that Mr Armstrong was an apostle, but balk at the idea that he was the fulfilment of the prophecy found in Malachi about one coming in the spirit and power of Elijah. But understanding this aspect is vital for this end-time generation. This sermon examines: The scriptures and their context; Timing; The prophecy to restore all things; Turning hearts of fathers to children; The dangers if denied.
Recent Sermons/Bible-Studies:
- World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "True Gospel Part 6" (made 1980s - played Hailsham UK 28 Jan 2012) (3.3Mb)
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"A few months ago the nation's most famous newscaster - Walter Cronkite - moved on to other network duties. But do you know who is the most famous newscaster - even much more famous than Walter Cronkite? The most famous who ever lived? ..."
- Sermon by Ian Henderson - "Another Reality - the World of Angels" (given Hailsham UK 28 Jan 2012) (11.3Mb)
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The world of righteous angels is indeed another reality to us - yet scripture reveals how they interact with and in our world as well on God's behalf. This sermon examines the subject and attempts to make their presence in the life of God's people more comfortingly real.
- World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "True Gospel Part 5" (made 1980s - played Wales UK 21 Jan 2012) (3.3Mb)
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"The Gospel of Jesus Christ was not proclaimed to the world for 1,900 years. It was suppressed back in the year about 53AD until - in our time in the year of 1953..."
- Sermon by Jon Bowles - "Healing Part 2" (given Wales UK 21 Jan 2012) (12.0Mb)
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This second part of a 2-part sermon on healing continues a series on health and covers a further 3 points: Delayed healing; What we do when waiting; Physical repentance. The first part was given last week.
- World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "True Gospel Part 4" (made 1980s - played Wales UK 14 Jan 2012) (3.3Mb)
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"It's an amazing eye-opening thing to review the actual life of Jesus Christ - to see what He did proclaim, what He did preach - to open our eyes to what really did happen and what He did teach and proclaim - what was His Gospel..."
- Sermon by Jon Bowles - "Healing Part 1" (given Wales UK 14 Jan 2012) (11.8Mb)
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This first of a 2-part sermon on healing begins a new series on health and covers just 3 points: God's purpose; What we are commanded to do when sick; and the importance of Christ's sacrifice. A second part is planned for next week.
- World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "True Gospel Part 3" (made 1980s - played Wales UK 7 Dec 2012) (3.3Mb)
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"If a major hurricane is on the way, coming right toward Miami Florida, it is vitally important that the people there have advance warning so that they can prepare. And that has happened more than once in Miami. But a far more staggering event is going to occur wherever you live..."
- Sermon by Jon Bowles - "Witnesses Against Apostasy" (given Wales UK 24 Dec 2011) (12.5Mb)
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This sermon carries on where a previous sermon left off concerning Hebrews 12:1, "we are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses". The witnesses we can view in the 1st century AD had to handle apostasy that ended in the complete takeover of Christianity. It covers: a review; God's intent following the 1st century; Satan's intent following the 1st century; Spiritual corruption; The lesson of Jude, John and Revelation.
- World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "True Gospel Part 2" (made 1980s - played Wales UK 31 Dec 2011) (3.3Mb)
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"... When Christ came himself, His whole gospel, His message, was prophetic. It was a prophecy. I think you may not have heard that before..."
- Bible Study by Mr Herbert Armstrong - "Are You Really a Christian?" (given 9 Jul 1983 played Wales 31 Dec 2011) (11.2Mb)
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Begins: "Brethren I think there is one thing we need to be very especially concerned about now we're at the very end-time ..." Mr Armstrong then shows that baptism in water - though required - does not make someone a Christian. It is the baptism (immersion) by one Spirit that places someone into the body of God's One True Church (1Cor 12:13), giving us a totally different purpose, attitude and direction in life. This Spirit is the essential ingredient to create within us God's mind and attitude - as children of God. Increasing this character of God must continue throughout our human lives.
- World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "True Gospel Part 1" (made 1980s - played Wales UK 24 Dec 2011) (3.3Mb)
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"... staggering event that's going to occur and strike the whole world and comparatively soon. And there is only one advance warning and that advance warning is in your bible..."
- Sermon by Jon Bowles - "Witnesses Against Apostasy" (given Wales UK 24 Dec 2011) (12.5Mb)
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A previous sermon pointed out how Hebrews 12:1 declares, "we are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses" and was originally written to those who have now become our "cloud of witnesses" today. This sermon deals with one aspect - how they handled apostasy. It covers: Satan's world; Combatting Jewish traditions; Combatting the Nicolaitans; Combatting "the takeover".
- World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "Born Again" (made 1980s - played Wales UK 17 Dec 2011) (3.3Mb)
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"We've been hearing a great deal during the election and since the presidential election - and it's still in the public press - about the moral majority. And 4 years ago we were hearing a good deal about being born again - and indeed the phrase born again is connected with those in the moral majority..."
- Bible Study by Mr Herbert Armstrong - "Zerubbabel's Temple" (given 21 July 1978 played Wales 17 Dec 2011) (11.6Mb)
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Begins: "I just want to first announce to you that before the Bible study tonight, I'm going to do about a 15 minute televised talk that will be shown in all the Feast sites, on the opening night..." Mr Armstrong then goes over the scriptures that deal with Zerubbabel's temple and shows how much of this material was actually talking directly to us in 1978 as Mr Armstrong was led to put the Church "back on Track". Such scriptures also talk of the same tasks that we today - in the 21st century - should be concerned with as we are - once again - led individually "back on Track". ()
- Sermonette by Andrew Munro - "Can We Keep Xmas and Serve God?" (given Bristol UK 10 Dec 2011) (1.8Mb)
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Is it possible to honour God, and keep Xmas? When you understand where both Xmas and birthdays come from - and what God specifies about keeping his Truth pure - the answer is obvious!
- Sermon by Ian Henderson - "The Elect of God" (given Bristol UK 10 Dec 2011) (13.8Mb)
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Hebrews 2:11-12 tells us, "both he that sanctifieth and they who are sanctified are all of one: for which cause he is not ashamed to call them brethren, Saying, I will declare thy name unto my brethren, in the midst of the church will I sing praise unto thee." That quote, from Psalm 22, is then followed by a number of others. When we look at the original passages in their contexts, the directions given to the elect of God have much to teach us today.
- World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "Rules of Success 7" (made 1980s - played Wales UK 3 Dec 2011) (3.3Mb)
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"Now this is the 7th of a series on the 7 rules of success. Do you know that everyone could be - should be - happy. You can't be very happy if your life is a failure. Why are most people unhappy? Why are most people failures?..."
- Sermon by Jon Bowles - "The New Testament Cloud of Witnesses" (given Wales UK 3 Dec 2011) (12.0Mb)
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Hebrews 12:1 declares, "we are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses" right after an entire chapter covering the subject of faith. But those to whom Hebrews was written themselves are today our "cloud of witnesses". And we in turn will become a cloud of witnesses for those in the Millennium and beyond. This sermon covers: Jesus Christ; Those Paul wrote to; Other ordinary members; What it means for us.
- Sermonette by Jon Bowles - "Mark of the Beast as of 2011" (given Wales UK 26 Nov 2011) (2.9Mb)
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The sermon today was given by Mr Armstrong in 1982 on The Mark of the Beast - but many developments have occurred within Europe since that time that have a bearing on the subject. This sermonette examines a number of recent newspaper articles to show the character of what appears to be on the horizon today, grouped under the headings: A fascist style; The control of money; and the Papal leadership.
- Sermon by Mr Herbert Armstrong - "Mark of the Beast" (given 11 Dec 1982 played Wales 26 Nov 2011) (11.6Mb)
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Begins: "Fifty years ago I was putting emphasis on certain things where I was actually at least 50 years ahead of my time. You know, actually, the 1st century apostles were more than 1950 years ahead of their time..." Mr Armstrong then talks of how a United States of Europe is imminent that will dominate the Great Tribulation and impose the Mark of the Beast of Revelation 13. He shows step by step how the imposition of Sunday observance over the Sabbath is once again to be demanded by a revived Holy Roman Empire - under the direction of the Pope. ()
- World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "Rules of Success 6" (made 1980s - played Wales UK 19 Nov 2011) (3.3Mb)
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"Well now, this is the sixth in the series of broadcasts on the 7 rules of success. As I have said before, an altogether too large proportion of our people are not successful in life because they do not apply a single one of the 7 rules that bring success - most people don't even know what those rules are..."
- Sermon by Jon Bowles - "Milk and Strong Meat" (given Wales UK 19 Nov 2011) (11.8Mb)
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Hebrews 5:12 declares, "ye have ... become such as have need of milk, and not of strong meat." but in what way is this the case? The sermon examines: Christian Living; Milk Defined; Being Teachers; and Strong Meat in context.
- Split Sermon by Ian Henderson - "Hosea" (given Bristol UK 12 Nov 2011) (6.9Mb)
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Hosea was written for the same period as Isaiah, but is addressed to the House of Israel in the north - just before it was taken into captivity. However, most of the book has an end-time application with a great deal to show us about what is happening today.
- Split Sermon by Jon Bowles - "The Valley of Achor - a Door of Hope" (given Bristol UK 12 Nov 2011) (9.0Mb)
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This sermon follows on from the split sermon on Hosea that preceded it. It concentrates on the initial job of Jesus Christ and his resurrected saints at the start of the Millennium: to turn the valley of Achor (that means "trouble") through which Israel will initially pass, into a door of hope.
- News Analysis by Jon Bowles - "Ten Power Blocks in Europe" (given Wales UK 5 Nov 2011) (2.7Mb)
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This News Analysis looks at a possible way the current 27 nations found in Europe can become the 10 kings or kingdoms mentioned in Bible prophecy. What has recently taken place in Greece could prove to be very significant indeed in the process.
- Sermon by Mr Herbert Armstrong - "US of Europe Is Coming!" (given 27 Nov 1982 played Wales 5 Nov 2011) (11.3Mb)
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Begins: "Greetings, everybody. I just came back Monday night from a trip half way around the Earth and halfway back again. In other words, almost the farthest point away from Burbank Airport, where we garage our plane"... " Mr Armstrong then talks of what he has seen within Europe on his latest trip - including a meeting with the King Juan Carlos of Spain and with business leaders in Greece. At that time (1982), there was no EU -- only the Common Market. But a clear US of Europe was coming, and is today, just as Bible prophecy indicates. ()
- World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "Rules of Success 5" (made 1980s - played Wales UK 29 Oct 2011) (3.3Mb)
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"And now continuing this series on the 7 rules of success. There is a reason why so many failures take place in life. There is a reason why some people really become successful. There are basic rules which are merely fundamental laws that are set in motion..."
- Taped Special Music by Gardner/Tauer Trio - "Lovers Waltz" (performed FOT Kentucky USA FOT 19 Oct 2011) (1.0Mb)
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- Sermon by Jon Bowles - "Combatting Days of Darkness" (given Wales UK 29 Oct 2011) (12.2Mb)
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With the clocks going back tonight to GMT, it is an opportune time to reflect on the days of spiritual darkness the world appears to be entering. The sermon examines: The present compared with Christ's day; The recent FOT and Christ's reign; Darkness; Light; The example of Elijah.
- World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "Rules of Success 4" (made 1980s - played Wales UK 22 Oct 2011) (3.3Mb)
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"Did it ever occur to you to wonder why so many people make a failure in life? Is there after all a reason for it? Are there any fixed basic rules or principles of success? ..."
- Taped Special Music by Tauer Quartet - "Ashokan Farewell" (performed FOT Kentucky USA FOT 18 Oct 2011) (1.0Mb)
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- News Analysis by Ian Henderson - "A Man Before His Time" (given Wales UK 22 Oct 2011) (13.2Mb)
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This News Analysis is somewhat different in that it examines what Mr Armstrong said when conditions in the world appeared the opposite, then shows how each aspect came to pass as a prophetic proof of HWA's ministry. It then examines several other areas he covered -- many of which we can see approaching today on the horizon.
Atonement
- Sermonette by Jon Bowles - "Offering" (given Hailsham UK Atone 8 Oct 2011) (1.9Mb)
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We are not only commanded to give an offering on God's Holy Days - but to do so according to the way we are blessed. When we begin to understand just what God offers us, as he works with us, that blessing is truly astounding.
- Taped Special Music by Sylvia Duke - "Ps68 Let The Foes of God all Scatter Now" (sung Bristol UK Trump 23 Sep 2006) (1.0Mb)
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- Sermon by Ian Henderson - "Meaning of Atonement" (given Hailsham UK Atone 8 Oct 2011) (13.2Mb)
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World history is a catalogue of wars - under the influence of Satan. So what went wrong in Lucifer's case? And how will such evil finally come to an end? The meaning of this awesome day explains.
- Split Sermon by Jon Bowles - "Evolution" (given Wales UK 1 Oct 2011) (8.3Mb)
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In the sermon: "Staying Spiritually Aware" on the Day of Trumpets, a number of newspaper articles on evolution were briefly read. This split sermon takes a number of the articles and goes into more detail - explaining how though there is indeed natural selection via survival of the fittest, trying to make the process explain the origin of species is statistically impossible.
- Sermon by Mr Herbert Armstrong - "1983 FOT Opening Message" (given 1983 played Wales 1 Oct 2011) (6.9 Mb)
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Begins: "We are here brethren to gather a foretaste of a new and a totally different world. A world that will be at peace. A foretaste of happiness, of joy, and of universal salvation ... " Mr Armstrong then goes into the very bedrock of human life - to be led by God's Spirit to develop God's Holy Righteous Character; fit for His Kingdom as a Son of God. Our time together at the Feast is a vital part of the process.
Trumpets
Morning UK:- Sermonette by Andrew Munro - "Endure to the End" (given Bristol UK Trump 29 Sep 2011) (2.6Mb)
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In 1869, John Powell and 9 other men set off to explore the Grand Canyon. Their ordeal has much to teach us within God's Church - particularly of our need to endure to the end.
- Sermon by Jon Bowles - "Staying Spiritually Aware" (given Bristol UK Trump 29 Sep 2011) (12.0Mb)
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The world appears to be going crazy as we near the time of the end. But whatever may come, we must keep in mind the spiritual dimension behind all we witness. This sermon examines: The contrast; An oblivious world; Being too aware of the physical; Being more aware of the spiritual.
- Sermonette by Chris Hancock - "Offering" (given Bristol UK Trump 29 Sep 2011) (1.1Mb)
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We are commanded to give an offering on God's Holy Days, but must individually determine the amount. The blessings of God - via his grace - is what we should consider.
- Special Music by Paula Henderson - "Ps24 The Earth Is Full And All Is The Eternals" (sung Bristol UK Trump 29 Sep 2011) (1.0Mb)
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- Sermon by Ian Henderson - "Meaning of Trumpets" (given Bristol UK Trump 29 Sep 2011) (13.7Mb)
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The events in the world should themselves be focussing our minds at this time. But when we also consider the scriptures relating to this momentous day, the events become even more meaningful.
- Sermonette by Jon Bowles - "The Word of Trumpets in 2Peter" (given Wales UK 24 Sep 2011) (2.1Mb)
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2Peter 3:3-4 warns that "there shall come in the last days scoffers, ... saying, Where is the promise of his coming?" To understand the passage properly, we must consider the context. When we do, then a very clear Word of God comes to the fore.
- Sermon by Mr Herbert Armstrong - "How You and I Came to be Here" (given Melbourne Australia 16 May 1981 played Wales 24 Sep 2011) (11.7 Mb)
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Begins: "Well, greetings everybody. I'd better wait until I get this microphone on, so you can hear me. So once again I'll say, Greetings, everybody. It's been just about eleven years since I've been here, and I'm glad to be back in Melbourne..." He then deals with the way God has always placed His Truth within His Church through apostles. This Truth flows down from God - through Christ - through the apostle sent - to a people specifically selected at this time. (full transcript)
- World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "Rules of Success 2" (made 1980s - played Wales UK 17 Sep 2011) (3.3Mb)
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"Why is it that so many people make a failure out of life? And yet some make a success of it. This is the second in a series bringing you the seven rules of success, for there are certain definite laws in motion that regulate success or failure ..."
- Sermon by Jon Bowles - "Being Spiritual Israel at the Feast - part 3" (given Wales UK 17 Sep 2011) (18.1Mb)
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This sermon is a continuation of two given before and stresses how when we attend the Feast we do so representing the very family of God, as God's very sons and daughters in embryo. In this context it examines: Our person and surroundings; and various aspects of our behaviour when there.
- World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "Rules of Success 1" (made 1980s - played Wales UK 10 Sep 2011) (3.3Mb)
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"Well, although the news is going to be good in the World Tomorrow, do you know why today's news is nearly all bad? Now this is shocking, but it's true: there's something criminally wrong with today's prevalent system of education..."
- Sermon by Mr Herbert Armstrong - "Getting Back on Track" (given Dec 1981 played Wales 10 Sep 2011) (10.7 Mb)
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Begins: "It has been almost a year since I have been here, around 11 months; and since then this Church has really been getting back on the track. ..." Mr Armstrong then explains how so many want their own way - instead of God's revealed Way; He covers the fact we live in a unique time in world history; how he is the apostle sent by God; why makeup takes women away from God's Way; and how so many want to be like the world; (full transcript)
- Sermonette by Andrew Spellman - "Perspective" (given Peterborough Canada 3 Sep 2011) (2.7Mb)
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Some news reporters in the world try and get to the real story behind each item of news. But they will always miss the key perspective - as that is something reserved only for those God is dealing with on a very personal level.
- Sermon by Jon Pippy - "Righteous Judgement" (given Peterborough Canada 3 Sep 2011) (11.6Mb)
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Are we becoming ready for the return of Jesus Christ to this earth? Ready to rule? To be a King and a Priest? If that is our goal, then we also need to be learning righteous judgement. It is a key requirement - both at that time, and today.
- World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "The Purpose Here Below" (made 1980s - played Wales UK 27 Aug 2011) (3.3Mb)
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"My friends, one of the most shocking things that can possibly happen, is to wake up to find out that the gospel of Jesus Christ is not what we have believed at all. And that we have not heard it. And that what we have believed is exactly the opposite of what the Bible says and what Jesus actually taught..."
- Sermon by Jon Bowles - "Being Spiritual Israel at the Feast - part 2" (given Wales UK 27 Aug 2011) (11.5Mb)
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The Feast is just over 6 weeks away and at that time God's people - as Spiritual Israel - become more visible as a physical group of people. This sermon is a continuation of the one begun two weeks before and examines: What others see; The stranger in Israel; Our person and surroundings.
- Sermonette by Jon Bowles - "The Place of God's Name" (given Bristol UK 20 Aug 2011) (1.8Mb)
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The Bible makes very clear that the location of the Feast must be where God Himself places His name. When the tabernacle and temple were here, determining this was straightforward. But what of today? This sermonette explains how the place today is determined - and explains a process through which we determine God's will.
- Sermon by Ian Henderson - "Being The Elect" (given Bristol UK 20 Aug 2011) (13.4Mb)
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The elect of God are a select group of people: personally selected by the Father; vital for all mankind; destined to be like Christ; with a staggering future as Kings and Priests in the Kingdom of God -- as this sermon explains.
- World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "Salvation Part 3" (made 1980s - played Wales UK 13 Aug 2011) (3.3Mb)
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"Despite all of the churches, despite all of the preaching, not one in hundreds of thousands actually knows what salvation is. I've been speaking on it the last two programmes and I'm a long ways from being through ..."
- Sermon by Jon Bowles - "Being Spiritual Israel at the Feast - part 1" (given Wales UK 13 Aug 2011) (11.8Mb)
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The Feast is just over 8 weeks away and at that time God's people - as Spiritual Israel - become more visible as a physical group of people. During the Exodus, physical Israel also became visible and recognised as a nation. This sermon examines: The parallels; The main difference; What others see.
- Sermon by Mr Herbert Armstrong - "Why Only a Few Chosen Now?" (given 5 June 1982 played Wales 6 Aug 2011) (13.8 Mb)
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Begins: "I have already passed my 50th anniversary in the ministry, and I missed just 3 ½ months of my 50th anniversary in my marriage. And I wonder if you realize that last Monday, last Sunday rather, we all passed the 1951st anniversary of this Church..." Mr Armstrong then goes on to speak for longer than normal (1hr 52mins). He deals specifically with the purpose of the Church and our calling - that we are to be the teachers of tomorrow - and places the whole subject into its rightful context of the entire Plan and Purpose of God. (full transcript)
- World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "Salvation Part 2" (made 1980s - played Wales UK 30 Jul 2011) (3.3Mb)
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"Greetings! A very nice young man said to me one time, "Mr Armstrong, I got saved last night. I gave my heart to the Lord." Well I said, "Isn't that wonderful, what do you mean, you gave your heart to the Lord? Just how did you do that? Was the Lord there? " ..."
- Sermon by Jon Bowles - "Staying Salt in Today's Church" (given Wales UK 30 Jul 2011) (12.5Mb)
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We are told in Matt 5:13 that we are to be the salt of the earth. But how can we be sure we do stay salt, with the flavour required, in today's fractured Church? This sermon examines: Problems in the early New Testament Church; Using modern communications; Using the Sabbath; Using the Feast; Using the ministry.
- Sermonette by Jon Bowles - "Using Bible Translations" (given Bristol UK 23 Jul 2011) (2.2Mb)
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The Word of God is described in scripture as the sword of the Spirit (Eph 6:17) but the versions we have are English translations, not the originals. This sermonette encourages us to use the translations - but with caution! The right tool for the job is vital.
- Sermon by Ian Henderson - "The Book of Esther" (given Bristol UK 23 Jul 2011) (13.3Mb)
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The book of Esther does not have a reference to God anywhere within it. Yet the entire book shows His continuing presence. What is also present within its pages is is a parallel with God's Plan for mankind and His True Church.
- Sermonette by Bob Evans - "What Are You Investing In?" (given Peterborough Canada 16 Jul 2011) (1.0Mb)
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With the world financial markets on the brink of catastrophe, how should God's people react to such things? More than ever, we need to realise that our investment is not in the things of this world.
- Sermon by Jon Pippy - "God's Grace" (given Peterborough Canada 16 Jul 2011) (10.8Mb)
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God's grace - or unmerited favour towards us - is something that we all continually rely on. But we need to realise that it is also something that is consistent within both Old and New Testament - as it comes from the very outflowing Character that God Himself is: a clear expression of His divine Love.
- Sermonette by Ron Meisner - "Marriage Principles" (given Minnesota USA 9 Jul 2011) (1.5Mb)
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A marriage is planned here in Minnesota tomorrow for a young couple in the Church. There will be much to learn through life together - but certain basics, found in scripture, as this sermonette explains.
- Sermon by Jon Bowles - "Marriage - a Divine Creation" (given Minnesota USA 9 Jul 2011) (13.9Mb)
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Throughout creation the artistry of God is clearly evident - as it should be in spiritual areas also, including our marriage. This sermon covers: Restoring all things; God's intent; The divine picture; A spiritual relationship.
- World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "Salvation Part 1" (made 1980s - played Wales UK 2 Jul 2011) (3.3Mb)
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"Greetings! Could you open a bible and show me in the bible where it says if you are saved you will go to heaven when you die? Could you? Do you realise that not one in thousands knows what salvation is? ..."
- Sermon by Ian Henderson - "The Unpardonable Sin" (given Hailsham UK 2 Jul 2011) (10.9Mb)
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We are told in Matt 12:32 that the Pharisees were in danger of committing the "Unpardonable Sin". Yet they were unconverted. So how is that possible? This sermon traces exactly what they did know -- and why their subsequent actions - having this knowledge - placed them in such dire spiritual danger.
- World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "Prophecy part 16 - A Way of Escape" (broadcast 1980s - played Wales UK 25 Jun 2011) (3.3Mb)
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"My friends, do you understand why we can know the world tomorrow - we can know the future - we can know what's going to happen? No man of himself knows anything about it. Crystal ball gazers can't tell you ..."
- Sermon by Jon Bowles - "Endurance" (given Wales UK 25 Jun 2011) (11.7Mb)
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We are told in Matt 24:13 that those that "endure unto the end, the same shall be saved". Patient endurance is therefore a vital quality as we wait for the return of Jesus Christ. This sermon takes one of the most spectacular examples of human endurance - The abortive Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition of 1914, led by Sir Ernest Shackleton - and shows how within every step of the way, spiritual lessons can also be learned.
- World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "Prophecy part 15 - Great Tribulation in Jer 51" (broadcast 1980s - played Wales UK 18 Jun 2011) (3.3Mb)
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"We can know the world tomorrow. We can know what's going to happen because God alone knows. No man knows. No man can tell anything about the future. But God and God alone - that's a proof of God - knows what is going to happen and He has revealed it ..."
- Sermon by Jon Bowles - "Growing in Grace and Knowledge" (given Wales UK 18 Jun 2011) (11.7Mb)
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We are told in 2Peter 3:18 to, "grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ", but what exactly does it mean? This sermon goes into this passage of scripture in the light of what Mr Armstrong said in last week's sermon: "Why the Firstfruits" This verse in 2Peter has much to teach us on the key point Mr Armstrong raised - that we are in the Church to learn to be teachers for the World Tomorrow.
- Sermonette by Chris Hancock - "A Point in Ruth" (given Bristol UK Pcost 12 Jun 2011) (1.5Mb)
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The book of Ruth is traditionally read by the Jews at this time of year - and there are many aspects applicable to God's Church today. This includes gleaning - as this sermonette explains.
- Special Music by Sheila and Paula Henderson - "Psalm 50 Zion Perfection of Beauty" (sung Bristol UK Pcost 12 Jun 2011) (1.0Mb)
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- Sermon by Ian Henderson - "The Book of Ruth" (given Bristol UK Pcost 12 Jun 2011) (12.9Mb)
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The book of Ruth is traditionally read by the Jews at this time of year - but they read it and miss the main purpose of the book. Boaz is a type of Christ - and Ruth a type of the Church - as this sermon explains.
- Sermonette by Ian Munro - "Avoiding Spirit World Movies" (given Wales UK 11 Jun 2011) (2.0Mb)
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The entertainment industry is descending further and further into occult based, ungodly films. But this is not confined to the present day. We should even be careful about films from yesteryear when we see what God has to tell us of the subject.
- Sermon by Mr Herbert Armstrong - "Why The Firstfruits" (given 26 May 1985 played Wales 11 Jun 2011) (9.7Mb)
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Begins: "Well it's nice to be welcomed out here first of all by the Young Ambassadors. They are favorites of mine and in fact last year I became one..." This was the last sermon given by Mr Armstrong on the Day of Pentecost. He sounds exasperated at times, insisting that many there - including ministers - simply were not "getting it". Sermons were being given that indicated the minister believed that we are called now purely because God loves us and wants us to be in the kingdom - for personal salvation. But Mr Armstrong emphasised, we are called now to be teachers - prepared for the World Tomorrow. If it were not for this vital role ahead of us, there would be no reason to call us separately as the firstfruits. (full transcript)
- World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "Prophecy part 14 - Russia Part 2" (broadcast 1980s - played Wales UK 4 Jun 2011) (3.3Mb)
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"Now, once again, what is prophesied to happen not only to the United States, but to Russia? Where does Russia enter into prophecy? We've been going through a chapter that very few people ever think to look into ..."
- Sermon by Jon Bowles - "Godly Finances Part 2" (given Wales UK 4 Jun 2011) (12.1Mb)
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This sermon continues from Part 1 given the previous week: The chaos in this world financially can be traced firmly back to human greed. But God's people have not only to function in this world, but also learn the principles of Godly finances to teach in the World Tomorrow. This sermon deals with: God only gives what is His; God accounts for every atom; God plans ahead.
- World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "Prophecy part 13 - Russia Part 1" (broadcast 1980s - played Wales UK 28 May 2011) (3.3Mb)
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"My friends, while we're looking for good news tomorrow, we're in a very troubled world now. And we've been going into prophesy - what is prophesied. Now, what's prophesied to happen to Russia? ..."
- Sermon by Jon Bowles - "Godly Finances Part 1" (given Wales UK 28 May 2011) (11.4Mb)
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The world appears to be heading toward the edge of a cliff financially, and - as with so many things - the chaos can be traced firmly back to human greed. But God's people have not only to function in this world, but also learn the principles of Godly finances to teach in the World Tomorrow. This sermon deals with: God does what is right; God works to give; God only gives what is His. To be continued...
- World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "Prophecy part 12 - The New Covenant" (broadcast 1980s - played Wales UK 21 May 2011) (3.3Mb)
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"There is good news in store - not only for you, but for our people and our nation, after we've learned some very very serious lessons. But in the mean time we're living in a very upset world ..."
- Sermon by Jon Bowles - "Why Understanding the Elijah to Come is Vital" (given Wales UK 21 May 2011) (11.4Mb)
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Many former associates accept that Mr Armstrong was an apostle, but balk at the idea that he was the fulfilment of the prophecy found in Malachi about one coming in the spirit and power of Elijah. But understanding this aspect is vital for this end-time generation. This sermon examines: The scriptures and their context; Timing; The prophecy to restore all things; Turning hearts of fathers to children; The dangers if denied.
- World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "Prophecy part 11 - The Lost 10 Tribes" (broadcast 1980s - played Wales UK 14 May 2011) (3.3Mb)
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"Now once again, continuing - what's going to happen to the United States? What is prophesied? Let's continue right on now in that amazing, that vital prophecy about the United States and our future - the 31st chapter of Jeremiah..."
- Sermon by Mr Herbert Armstrong - "Interracial Marriage" (given 5 Dec 1981 played Wales 23 Apr 2011) (8.6Mb)
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Begins: "Well brethren, we are in the very last days. That is a sobering thing. I don’t think we really realize it..." Mr Armstrong then explains what the Bible indicates about the subject of interracial marriage - stressing the fact that racial prejudice is wrong. God's view of segregation is explained, and he shows how the world's current approach of ethnic integration is utterly off-Track to God's perspective on the subject. (full transcript)
- World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "Prophecy part 10 - Jacob's Trouble and Jer 31" (broadcast 1980s - played Wales UK 7 May 2011) (3.3Mb)
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"Again now, continuing - what's going to happen to the United States. Well let's continue right on now where we were in the preceeding programme - that amazing, that vital prophecy about the United States, about our future..."
- Sermon by Jon Bowles - "Thy Will Be Done" (given Wales UK 7 May 2011) (11.9Mb)
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Part of the sample prayer Christ gave in Matthew 6 includes the words, "thy will be done" - but the instruction goes well beyond this particular passage. This sermon examines: Our life; Real Life; Conflict; Fasting properly; Praying properly.
- World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "Prophecy part 9 - Prophecy Key" (broadcast 1980s - played Wales UK 30 Apr 2011) (3.3Mb)
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"What about the end of the world? We've been hearing a lot about it. What about Armageddon? Is there going to be an Armageddon? Is the world coming to an end? ..."
- Sermon by Jon Bowles - "The Substance of a Royal Wedding" (given Wales UK 30 Apr 2011) (12.1Mb)
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The royal wedding of the duke and duchess of Cambridge took place yesterday as a truly spectacular occasion watched by an estimated 2 billion people across the world. But what did God think? How different was His view to that of the vast majority who witnessed it? This sermon takes six elements of the ceremony and attempts to highlight often unrecognised heavenly perspectives within each.
- Sermonette by Andrew Munro - "Yeast Spores" (given Bristol UK UB2 25 Apr 2011) (1.7Mb)
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The life that exists highest in the atmosphere are yeast spores. Such spores are everywhere. And the use of yeast as a pervasive type of sin during the Days of Unleavened Bread is obviously given to us to show great meaning.
- Special Music by Charles Kennedy - "Psalm 119v8 How Shall a Young Man?" (sung Bristol UK UB2 25 Apr 2011) (1.0Mb)
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- Sermon by Jon Bowles - "Empireical Self Love" (given Bristol UK UB2 25 Apr 2011) (12.0Mb)
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In the sermon "What is Sin" Mr Armstrong made the following startling statement, "people are willing to go to war and even die; for their country. It’s dying for self-love; and self-love is the very essence of sin, and it started from the very, very beginning." The sermon expands on this vital concept.
- World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "Prophecy part 8 - Prophecy and the USA" (broadcast 1980s - played Wales UK 23 Apr 2011) (3.3Mb)
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"Continuing now with vital dynamic prophecy: What's prophesied to happen to the United States? It's the biggest subject of prophecy, and one third of all your bible is prophecy ..."
- Sermon by Mr Herbert Armstrong - "What is Sin?" (given 5 Dec 1981 played Wales 23 Apr 2011) (10.9Mb)
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Begins: "Well greetings everybody, once again. I might announce now I do not plan to be with you next Sabbath. I'm planning to be in Oklahoma City..." Mr Armstrong then deals with many issues - including makeup - and explains why our attitude of mind is the crucial element in understanding sin. Certain physical actions - not addressed specifically within scripture - can still display a spiritual direction that is the antithesis of God's Way (full transcript)
- Sermonette by Jon Bowles - "The Circumcision of Moses' Son" (given Wales UK UB1 19 Apr 2011) (1.5Mb)
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There is an account inserted as Moses leaves Midian to begin the Exodus where God is about to kill the son of Moses until his mother circumcises him. The questions are: What happened? Why? And what can it teach us?
- Bible Study by Mr Herbert Armstrong - "Beginning of James and Unleavened Bread" (given 23 Apr 1981 played Wales UB1 19 Apr 2011) (10.0Mb)
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This Bible Study shows how we only have temporary life today, but are offered Real Life by God. The "process" of sin -- following temptation -- is covered, as is "the Law of liberty" -- into that real life. Mr Armstrong examines a current "news" paper, and shows how meaningless such chemical "life" portrayed within it really is.(full transcript)
- World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "Prophecy part 7 - Prophecy and the Church" (broadcast 1980s - played Wales UK 16 Apr 2011) (3.3Mb)
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"And now my friends, let's get prophecy straightened out. What is going to happen next? Where are we now in the fulfillment of biblical prophecy? What is going to lead down to the World Tomorrow ..."
- Sermon by Jon Bowles - "The Table of Devils" (given Wales UK 16 Apr 2011) (13.3Mb)
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With Passover tomorrow there is an aspect of Paul's teaching that we must be aware of: "Ye cannot drink the cup of the Lord, and the cup of devils: ye cannot be partakers of the Lord’s table, and of the table of devils." (1Co 10:21) This sermon examines: Our battle with Satan; Satan's servants; How Isaiah 28 is talking to us today.
- Split Sermon by Joseph Forson - "Being in Church for the Right Reason" (given Kenya 2 April 2011 played Wales UK 9 April 2011) (5.9Mb)
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Sermon in English with Swahili translation: Africa appears to attract Church attendance for a variety of reasons. But God's True Church attends services for one main reason - to learn more of God's Truth from His Word.
- Split Sermon by Jon Bowles - "Godly Sorrow" (given Kenya 2 April 2011 played Wales UK 9 April 2011) (10.1Mb)
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Sermon in English with Swahili translation: With our ultimate goal to convert/change, from a fleshly human to a Spirit-born son of God - there is a clear progression toward that end during this life: Godly sorrow leading to Repentance leading to Conversion.
- Sermonette by Bob Evans - "Put on Humility" (given Peterborough Canada 2 Apr 2011) (1.7Mb)
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As we approach the Passover, several scriptures on humility come to mind as the ordinance begins with foot-washing. In this sermonette, a number of such scriptures are examined.
- Sermon by Jon Pippy - "Christ's Suffering and False Trial" (given Peterborough Canada 2 Apr 2011) (10.5Mb)
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The six attempted "trials" of Jesus Christ, prior to his crucifixion, were illegal and contrived. Yet we can learn much from the way He conducted Himself throughout -- as our supreme example to follow.
- Sermonette by Jon Bowles - "Dokimos - Greek for Approved" (given Wales UK 26 Mar 2011) (2.2Mb)
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The sermon from Mr Armstrong played today (Passover Examination), revolves around 1Cor 11:28 and the need for self examination. Within the context that leads to this passage is the Greek word "dokimos" translated in verse 19 as "approved". Its meaning certainly backs up Mr Armstrong's admonition in the present shattered state of God's Church.
- Sermon by Mr Herbert Armstrong - "Passover Examination" (given 4 March 1982 played Wales 26 Mar 2011) (10.0Mb)
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Begins: "In just two weeks and three days will come the Passover once again. What, after all, is the real meaning of the Passover?..." Mr Armstrong then shows how the key area we all need to examine prior to taking the Passover, is our level of true repentance. He points out some -- even some evangelists -- had not truly repented, but merely accepted the truth as part of their own righteousness. (full transcript)
- Sermonette by Chris Hancock - "Repentance vs Penance" (given Bristol UK 19 Mar 2011) (1.7Mb)
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This year is the 400th adversary of the King James version of the Bible. Much of the text was originally penned by William Tyndale - but there are certain words that have caused contention in the past. One of these words is the word translated as "repent".
- Sermon by Jon Bowles - "The Beatitudes - part 4" (given Bristol UK 19 Mar 2011) (13.7Mb)
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With Passover just 4 weeks away, those in God's Church need to begin following what we are instructed in 1Cor 11:28 to examine ourselves. The key area of that examination is our repentance - how fully we have turned from our human way of doing things to God's Way. And That Way has been laid out for the Church by Jesus Christ in a particular passage of scripture: in the Beatitudes and sermon on the mount found in Matthew 5, 6 and 7. This sermon deals with the peacemakers and those persecuted for righteousness sake.
- Sermonette by Bob Evans - "Flesh vs Spirit" (given Peterborough Canada 12 Mar 2011) (1.8Mb)
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Galatians 5 begins with the words, "Stand fast therefore in the liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free..." And as we approach the Passover this year - reminding us of that liberty - we also need to appreciate the rest of the chapter - that the flesh and the Spirit are contrary to each other (v17).
- Sermon by Jon Pippy - "Lessons for Passover" (given Peterborough Canada 12 Mar 2011) (11.0Mb)
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The world is coming apart, but while it does so God's Plan remains right on schedule. To keep our eyes on the right goal God gives us Holy Convocations as annual reminders - beginning with the Passover. Before this ordinance we are told to examine ourselves, and one thing should be very evident - that we are all still very much a work in progress.
- World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "Prophecy part 6 - 7 Times Punishment" (broadcast 1980s - played Wales UK 5 Mar 2011) (3.3Mb)
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"There is tremendous meaning back of what's going on in the world today - because there is a purpose being worked out here below and God Almighty is doing the working out. These events aren't just happening, these events are not meaningless ..."
- Sermon by Jon Bowles - "The Beatitudes - Part 3" (given Wales UK 5 Mar 2011) (11.3Mb)
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With Passover just 6 weeks away, those in God's Church need to begin following what we are instructed in 1Cor 11:28 to examine ourselves. The key area of that examination is our repentance - how fully we have turned from our human way of doing things to God's Way. And That Way has been laid out for the Church by Jesus Christ in a particular passage of scripture: in the Beatitudes and sermon on the mount found in Matthew 5, 6 and 7. This sermon deals with the merciful and pure in heart.
- World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "Prophecy part 5 - Jeremiah 2" (broadcast 1980s - played Wales UK 26 Feb 2011) (3.3Mb)
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"Did you notice the newspapers this morning? Well I did, and the news is not good. And that's the way it is. And there's no peace in this world now ..."
- Sermon by Jon Bowles - "The Beatitudes - Part 2" (given Wales UK 26 Feb 2011) (11.8Mb)
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With Passover just 7 weeks away, those in God's Church need to begin following what we are instructed in 1Cor 11:28 and begin to examine ourselves. The key area of that examination is our repentance - how fully we have turned from our human way of doing things to God's Way. And That Way has been laid out for the Church by Jesus Christ in a single passage of scripture: in the Beatitudes and sermon on the mount found in Matthew 5, 6 and 7. This sermon deals with the meek and those that hunger and thirst after righteousness.
- World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "Prophecy part 4 - Lessons to Learn" (broadcast 1980s - played Wales UK 19 Feb 2011) (3.3Mb)
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"Well, what's going to lead up to that wonderful World Tomorrow? Because world peace is coming - but it isn't coming immediately. Instead it's going just the other way..."
- Sermon by Jon Bowles - "The Beatitudes - Part 1" (given Wales UK 19 Feb 2011) (11.2Mb)
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With Passover just 8 weeks away, those in God's Church need to begin following what we are instructed in 1Cor 11:28 and begin to examine ourselves. The key area of that examination is our repentance - how fully we have turned from our human way of doing things to God's Way. And That Way has been laid out for the Church by Jesus Christ in a single passage of scripture: in the Beatitudes and sermon on the mount found in Matthew 5, 6 and 7.
- Sermonette by Andrew Munro - "The Heavens Show God's Glory" (given Bristol UK 12 Feb 2011) (2.2Mb)
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Mankind has always been fascinated by the stars -- and mankind today is no exception. Yet the more we understand about them and the vast scales involved, so is the glory of God ever more awesome -- and the Plan God has for mankind ever more astounding.
- Sermon by Ian Henderson - "Examine If In The Faith Delivered" (given Bristol UK 12 Feb 2011) (12.4Mb)
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As we draw toward the Passover this year, so we need to begin examining ourselves as instructed. One area of examination, is to see if we do indeed continue to hold to the Faith - in the form originally delivered to us by our Father and Jesus Christ.
- World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "Prophecy part 3 - Jeremiah 1 and the USA" (broadcast 1980s - played Wales UK 5 Feb 2011) (3.3Mb)
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"The news today is not good and I want to tell you, my friends, America today is face-to-face with a national calamity that our people little dream about. We're exactly at the crossroads..."
- Sermon by Jon Bowles - "End Time Prayer and Fasting" (given Wales UK 5 Feb 2011) (11.5Mb)
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Following on from the sermon last week - that dealt with the Arabic chaos and drew parallels with Mr Armstrong's comments in 1980 - this sermon deals with Mr Armstrong's reaction that it was a time for fasting and prayer. It examines: The end-time battle; Our weakness; Our strength; Our position; Our communication.
- World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "Prophecy part 2 - Man's Last Chance" (broadcast 1980s - played Wales UK 29 Jan 2011) (3.3Mb)
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"I tell you my friends, it is a good thing that there's good news for the world tomorrow because there's very bad news for the world today ..."
- Sermon by Jon Bowles - "Arabic Chaos and Prophecy" (given Wales UK 29 Jan 2011) (12.6Mb)
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Most of the leaders who met Mr Armstrong 30 years ago are dead today. Of those still alive, very few indeed are still in office, but President Mubarak of Egypt is probably the most notable exception. But the chaos currently in his country seems to indicate a change is fast approaching. The question is, what does prophecy indicate for the current situation? This sermon examines: Christ's students; Physical protection; The timing in Daniel; Egypts current situation.
- World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "Prophecy part 1 - Prophecy and Man's Choice" (broadcast 1980s - played Wales UK 22 Jan 2011) (3.3Mb)
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"Thank God there's good news coming because the news today is not good. Well what is going to happen? Back now to prophecy. What does your bible prophecy say is going to happen in the future ..."
- Sermon by Jon Bowles - "Setting Godly Boundaries" (given Wales UK 22 Jan 2011) (11.5Mb)
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One thing that gives peace of mind when looking after flocks or herds, are good stock-proof boundary fences. The flock of God is no exception -- but is increasingly difficult in today's fractured Church. This sermon examines: Boundaries in the World Tomorrow; Greener grass; Foundation alignment; and Marriage boundaries.
- World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "Hebrews part 16 - Heb 13" (broadcast 1980s - played Wales UK 15 Jan 2011) (3.3Mb)
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"Now we're coming to the concluding chapter of this book that is showing us what Jesus Christ has been doing these last 1900 years - what He's doing today ..."
- Sermon by Mr Herbert Armstrong - "Mission of the Philadelphia Church Era" (given 17 Dec 1983 played Wales 15 Jan 2011) (13.4Mb)
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Begins: "This afternoon I want to speak on the mission of the Philadelphia era of the Church (this Church today) in comparison to the first Church, or the first era of the Church (the Ephesus era of the Church)." He then shows how one was prophesied to come in the power and spirit of Elijah during this end-time in which we find ourselves - restoring all things - and lists the truths that have been restored.
- World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "Hebrews part 15 - Heb 12 Angels" (broadcast 1980s - played Wales UK 8 Jan 2011) (3.3Mb)
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"My friends, what do you know about angels? Did you ever see an angel? You probably never did. Did you ever hear a sermon on angels - to explain what angels are? ..."
- Sermon by Jon Bowles - "The Proverbs 31 Church" (given Wales UK 8 Jan 2011) (12.5Mb)
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Following on from the previous week that dealt with the glorious liberty of the children of God, this sermon expands the final point raised in it on the Government of God. It does so by going through the passage in Prov 31 that deals with a virtuous wife and applies it to the True Church in the areas of: Trust; Work; Food; Light; Clothing and Reward.
- Sermonette by Ian Munro - "The Gate of the Year" (given Wales UK 1 Jan 2011) (1.5Mb)
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King George VI quoted a poem called "At the Gate of the Year" within his broadcast to the nation during the trials of war in 1939. The poem encourages us to put our hand in the hand of God. As we approach the uncertainty of 2011, this is equally good advice.
- Sermon by Jon Bowles - "The Glorious Liberty" (given Wales UK 1 Jan 2011) (13.3Mb)
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This sermon follows on from the previous week, by expanding the passage in Romans: "Because the [creation] itself also shall be delivered from the bondage of corruption into the glorious liberty of the children of God." (Rom 8:21) It covers: Eternal Life; Forgiveness; Access to God; Restored Government.
- World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "Hebrews part 14 - Heb 12" (broadcast 1980s - played Wales UK 25 Dec 2010) (3.3Mb)
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"Now we're coming down near the close of one of the most interesting and yet neglected and least understood books in all the bible - the one that tells us where Jesus Christ has been these last 1900 years ..."
- Sermon by Jon Bowles - "Because of Unbelief" (given Wales UK 25 Dec 2010) (11.7Mb)
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Hebrews 3:19 comments that the Israelites of old could not enter their rest "because of unbelief". It then warns us to be careful that we do not do the same. This sermon asks and answers the following questions: Israel's rest - from what? Our rest - from what? What did Israel not believe? What must we believe?
- World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "Hebrews part 13 - Juvenile Delinquency" (broadcast 1980s - played Wales UK 18 Dec 2010) (3.3Mb)
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"One of the reasons that we don't have better news today, is simply because we have so much juvenile delinquency in the United States today, and one reason we have that is so much parental delinquency and some rather wacky psychological ideas ..."
- Sermon by Mr Herbert Armstrong - "Our Sanctified Children" (given Orr MN USA 28 Jul 1979 played Wales 18 Dec 2010) (10.2Mb)
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Begins: "Well greetings everybody. This is the second time for me in 3 weeks, but it is the first time for this group, because we had another group just like you here last time I was here 3 weeks ago..." Given at the youth Summer Camp in Orr MN, Mr Armstrong explains the difference between the children of converted members of God's Church, and their peers in the world.
- World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "Hebrews part 12 - Heb 11 and Faith" (broadcast 1980s - played Wales UK 11 Dec 2010) (3.3Mb)
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"Now in the past broadcasts my friends we've been going into the question, where did Elijah go? Did Elijah go to heaven? And what about Enoch? Where you read that Enoch was translated ..."
- Sermon by Jon Bowles - "The Thankful Heart" (given Wales UK 11 Dec 2010) (11.9Mb)
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A major problem in the world today flows from an acceptance that there is no God. That our lives are merely the product of blind chance. That there is no such thing as a gift or blessing from above.... for such beliefs produce ingratitude. This sermon examines: Thanksgiving offerings; Thanks in the Psalms; Thanks in Prayer; for Life; Physical blessings; Spiritual blessings; and the Family.
- World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "Hebrews part 11 - Enoch and Elijah" (broadcast 1980s - played Wales UK 4 Dec 2010) (3.3Mb)
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"News isn't good today, and we can be mighty thankful my friends that it is prophesied that we are going to have real peace, world peace and a happy World Tomorrow ..."
- Sermon by Jon Bowles - "Preparing a Place" (given Wales UK 4 Dec 2010) (11.8Mb)
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In John 14:2 Christ said he was going to prepare a place for us. This sermon examines how this desire can be seen in many other areas as well - such as: The physical world; The spiritual temple; Israel as our example; The Holy Spirit; 3 of God's chisels.
- World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "Hebrews part 10 - Office and Church of Christ Now" (broadcast 1980s - played Sussex UK 27 Nov 2010) (3.3Mb)
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"Now, I was telling you where and what Christ has been doing - where he's been, of course we may know where he's been, but very few of us know what he's been doing for the last 1900 years..."
- Sermon by Ian Henderson - "Hated of All Nations - Why?" (given Sussex UK 27 Nov 2010) (10.5Mb)
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We are told in Matt 10:22, "And ye shall be hated of all men for my name’s sake" and in Matt 24:9, "ye shall be hated of all nations for my name’s sake." - but why? And what can we do about it. This sermon explains.
- World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "Hebrews part 9 - Gospel of World Government" (broadcast 1980s - played Wales UK 20 Nov 2010) (3.3Mb)
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"I wonder my friends if you realise what a world you're living in? Conditions were never like this in any past time. Not until World War One broke out in 1914 has the world ever gone through times such as we are living in..."
- Sermon by Jon Bowles - "The Royal Line" (given Wales UK 20 Nov 2010) (10.5Mb)
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With the recent engagement of Prince William to Kate Middleton, this sermon on royal lineage is "food in due season" that examines: God as King; The Human King; David's line; Zarah and Pharez; The end-time line.
- Sermonette by Jon Bowles - "The Message in Jonah" (given Bristol UK 13 Nov 2010) (2.0Mb)
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The book of Jonah contains many lessons for us, but perhaps the main one is the fullness of God's view, when contrasted with the emptiness of our own.
- Sermon by Ian Henderson - "Watch!" (given Bristol UK 13 Nov 2010) (13.3Mb)
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When Jesus Christ tells His people to watch, it means much more than look at world news. This sermon examines the subject by asking: What? Why? What for? Where? How? and shows another dimension and the urgency we need.
- Sermonette by Ian Munro - "The White Cavalry" (given Wales UK 6 Nov 2010) (1.8Mb)
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As our countries observe Remembrance Day and Veteran's Day, rather than simply remembering the fallen in two world wars, it is important for us all to recognise the hand of God in the events. Little is more spectacular in this regard than the appearance of The White Cavalry of Bethune.
- Bible Study by Mr Armstrong - "Romans 13 and 8" (given 12 Jan 1980 - Played Wales UK 6 Nov 2010) (13.4Mb)
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The study begins: "Let me say then that we have been going through a series some months ago of the book of Galatians, and now we have been going through the book of Romans, and we have finished the first 7 chapters. Today I want to get a little out of line and into something special and go over the 13th chapter..." Mr Armstrong then deals with accusations based on Rom 13:1 that he should have caved in to demands from an illegally appointed receiver -- showing that what was under attack in this case was the very Government of God within His Church. In such a situation we clearly should follow the early apostle's example in Acts 5:29 and "obey God rather than men."
- World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "Hebrews part 8 - The Priesthood of Christ" (broadcast 1980s - played Wales UK 30 Oct 2010) (3.3Mb)
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"My friends, there are two great portions of the bible that are almost wholely neglected. You almost never hear about them - that nearly one third of the entire bible is devoted to world conditions today..."
- Sermon by Jon Bowles - "Israel, Yesterday, Today, Forever - Part 3" (given Wales UK 30 Oct 2010) (11.7Mb)
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This sermon is the third and final part of the series - concentrating on the glorious future God has planned for not only Israel, but all mankind. It covers: A recap; Millennial Israel; The Bride of Christ; New Jerusalem; Into Eternity.
- World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "Hebrews part 7 - Mysteries Revealed" (broadcast 1980s - played Wales UK 23 Oct 2010) (3.3Mb)
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"Why is it my friends that so many people say I just can't understand the bible? The bible is full of mysteries to so many people. And indeed it is full of mysteries ..."
- Sermon by Jon Bowles - "Israel, Yesterday, Today, Forever - Part 2" (given Wales UK 23 Oct 2010) (11.8Mb)
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This sermon is the second part of the series - but follows on from the repeated sermon last week: The Prophetic Identity of Israel The sermon concentrates not on physical Israel, but spiritual Israel (the Church). It covers: Israel's Law; Blindness; Wisdom; Purpose and Identity.
- World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "Hebrews part 6 - Melchizedek" (broadcast 1980s - played Wales UK 16 Oct 2010) (3.3Mb)
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"I wonder if you realise my friends, that mysteries - mysteries of God - that have been hidden, that have been locked until now, are being revealed today ..."
- Sermon by Jon Bowles - "The Prophetic Identity of Israel" (given Wales UK 17 June 2006 - played Wales UK 16 Oct 2010) (12.0Mb)
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This sermon was replayed as important background to the series on Israel - yesterday, today, forever. Apart from the revelation imparted by the Holy Spirit, the greatest key to understanding Bible prophecy is knowing the identity of the children of Israel at this time. Five points are covered: The end-time importance; The approach we need; A birthright peoples; The prophesied signs; The fulfillment
- World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "Hebrews part 5 - The Sabbath" (broadcast 1980s - played Wales UK 9 Oct 2010) (3.3Mb)
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"Today we are living in the most frightening, the most terrifying, the most momentous days of the history of this whole earth ..."
- Sermon by Jon Bowles - "Israel, Yesterday, Today, Forever - Part 1" (given Wales UK 9 Oct 2010) (12.0Mb)
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The children of Israel feature prominently in the pages of scripture - and in the mind of God. But the reason is multi facetted. This first of 3 sermons deals with Israel "yesterday" by examining: The vital future role; "This is your wisdom"; The race issue; A birthright people; Their failure.
- Sermonette by Frank Antonio - "Third Tithe - What, When and Why" (given Wales UK 2 Oct 2010) (2.1Mb)
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Third tithe is a provision God has made in scripture for the disadvantaged in society such as the widow and the fatherless. Keeping this law in a modern setting however requires applying the Spirit or principle involved - as this sermonette explains.
- Special Music by Alesia Blackwood - "Psalm 128 Blessed Is a Man" (sung Wales UK 2 Oct 2010) (1.0Mb)
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- Sermon by Ian Henderson - "The Promises of God" (given Wales UK 2 Oct 2010) (13.4Mb)
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Now that the Feast is over, our return to the world can often be a letdown. However, by keeping out focus on the promises of God, then at least the momentum from the Feast can to some degree be maintained.
- Sermonette by Andrew Munro - "Offering" (given Oswestry UK Atonement 18 Sept 2010) (1.4Mb)
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Mica 6:6 asks how we should approach before God. The answer given includes "doing justly". This sermonette shows how giving an offering on the Day of Atonement is included as part of that process.
- Special Music by Jon Bowles - "Psalm 83 God Don't be Silent, God Don't be Still" (sung Oswestry UK Atonement 18 Sept 2010) (1.0Mb)
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- Sermon by Jon Bowles - "Meaning of Atonement" (given Oswestry UK Atonement 18 Sep 2010) (14.5Mb)
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The change between the world today and the Millennium is multifaceted, but a key area is the removal of both the Devil and his attitude of mind. This sermon examines: being "stirred up"; the title "devil"; the tongue in James 3; "travelling"; God's commands; the full meaning of Atonement.
- World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "Hebrews part 4 - Our High Priest" (broadcast 1980s - played Wales UK 11 Sep 2010) (3.3Mb)
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"With all this upsurge of religious interest that we hear reported on every side, why is it my friends that almost nobody today knows what real Christianity is ..."
- Sermon by Mr Armstrong - "The Plan" (given LGD 9 Oct 1982 - Played Wales UK 11 Sep 2010) (12.0Mb)
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The sermon begins: "Well greetings all you wonderful brethren all over the United States and Canada - and the United States includes Alaska and Hawaii - but here we are, the last service of the Last Day ..." Mr Armstrong then goes right back to the beginning to show how the entire plan of God for mankind finally culminates in the Great White Throne Judgement.
- Sermon by Ian Henderson - "Numbers In The Bible" (given Bristol UK Trump 9 Sep 2010) (7.5Mb)
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God is a Creator of order and harmony. He is certainly intent on using particular numbers that have great significance. This sermon goes through several passages showing the way this appears to be done. (Note: Our apologies, but the beginning of this sermon is missing. The hall in which we were meeting lost all power and unfortunately damaged the recording. The last 55 mins was saved.)
- Sermonette by Chris Hancock - "Offering" (given Bristol UK Trump 9 Sept 2010) (2.0Mb)
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Deut 16:16 commands the men to give an offering in the 3 Holy Day seasons. But no mention is made of the ladies. However, there is ample evidence in many other areas of scripture to show they are included also.
- Special Music by The Henderson Trio - "Psalm 68 Let The Foes Of God All Scatter Now" (sung Bristol Trump 9 Sept 2010) (0.5Mb)
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- Sermon by Jon Bowles - "Meaning of Trumpets" (given Bristol UK Trump 9 Sep 2010) (12.9Mb)
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The Jews also keep The Day of Trumpets, but call it Rosh Hashanah - "the head/first of the year". But the question is, why do we not keep it as the Jews do? To see the true meaning, this sermon examines: Christ magnified the Law; Trumpets as part of the Law; Christ to "come again"; Blowing of trumpets; The first resurrection.
- Sermon by Mr Armstrong - "Our Calling" (given FOT 10 Oct 1976 - Played Wales UK 4 Sep 2010) (17.3Mb)
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The sermon begins: "... This era of God's Church is now in its second generation. And those of you who have come into the Church in the last 10 to 20 years know perhaps little - at least, too little - about what went on in the Church, how it was started, what led up to the point where you came in..." Mr Armstrong then goes right back to the beginning of time itself as the foundation on which all who are in God's Church today should understand their calling.
- Sermonette by Ian Munro - "Honour Your Father and Mother" (given Wales UK 28 Aug 2010) (1.6Mb)
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A key commandment - bridging those that apply to God and those that apply to men - is the command to honour our Father and Mother. Yet this is a crucial quality God requires both in our families with the Church, and for the World Tomorrow.
- Sermon by Jon Bowles - "The Mind of God" (given Wales UK 28 Aug 2010) (12.2Mb)
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Though God's thinking is far, far above ours - there are aspects of it that are brought out in scripture. This sermon examines some of them, including: How we also need that Mind; The Mind of The Creator; As seen in His Law; In Christ; And in the future.
- Sermonette by Jon Bowles - "Listening in 2010" (given Wales UK 21 Aug 2010) (2.0Mb)
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This sermonette is designed as a prelude to the sermon from Mr Armstrong being played today: "Warning To The Church" Although recorded in July 78 it is equally applicable today - provided we listen using ears of 2010. Two areas are covered: How we present ourselves before God and The smorgasbord of Churches of God today.
- Sermon by Mr Armstrong - "Warning To The Church" (given 1 July 1978 - Played Wales UK 21 Aug 2010) (14.6Mb)
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Also called "Day of Fasting and Prayer", the sermon begins: "Well, greetings everybody. I have called a special day of prayer and fasting today because God's church is IN FATAL DANGER!..." Mr Armstrong then explains how the Church is in danger of falling into a Laodicean attitude and speaks directly to many ministers sitting in the audience at Pasadena who he said disagreed with him and were instead promoting their own false ideas -- particularly intellectualism. The parallels with the state of the Church today is spine-chilling.
- World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "Hebrews part 3 - Salvation" (broadcast 1980s - played Wales UK 14 Aug 2010) (3.3Mb)
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"A few years back a man who was 82 years of age came to me and said, "I've never heard the real plain whys and wherefores of this thing they call salvation" ..."
- Sermon by Jon Bowles - "Overcoming Slander" (given Wales UK 14 Aug 2010) (11.3Mb)
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This sermon continues the message given last week on: "Are We Qualifying?". It examines the scripture in Rev 12:11 how the devil is overcome by the blood of the Lamb; the word of their testimony; and they loved not their lives to the death.
- World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "Hebrews part 2 - Solomon's Wisdom" (broadcast 1980s - played Wales UK 7 Aug 2010) (3.3Mb)
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"My friends, very few of us know anything about the World Tomorrow. We don't know too much about the world today; and the why of it; and what's causing all of the eruption in this world today. You know its amazing when you come to understand why this world could be in such darkness ..."
- Sermon by Jon Bowles - "Are We Qualifying?" (given Wales UK 7 Aug 2010) (11.4Mb)
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Mr Armstrong mentioned many times how Jesus Christ qualified to replace Satan as the ruler on this earth. Christ did this partly as an example of what we too must do. But the question is, are we qualifying? This sermon examines: Grace and works; Qualifying for what? Overcoming Satan; Submitting to God; Being a doer of the word.
- Sermonette by Chris Hancock - "The Way" (given Bristol UK 31 Jul 2010) (1.0Mb)
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What has been entrusted to our care is not simply a religion - but a way of life that influences every aspect of our existence. It is vital that we recognise this, as "That Way" is not easy.
- Sermon by Jon Bowles - "God's Timing" (given Bristol UK 31 July 2010) (12.2Mb)
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Again and again in scripture there are warnings that God's people will begin to feel "my Lord delays His coming!" It is vital that we keep God's view in mind by examining: Jehu; The Congregation; Gibeonites; Ammon and Moab; Monarchy; Christ.
- World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "Hebrews part 1 - Christ Our High Priest" (broadcast 1980s - played Wales UK 24 Jul 2010) (3.3Mb)
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"How many people ever really prove one way or the other whether the Holy Bible is the very word of a Creator who brought into existence everything that is, and who sustains by His power every force ..."
- Sermon by Ian Henderson - "The Old and the New" (given Wales UK 24 Jul 2010) (10.9Mb)
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Continually within the New Testament, Old Testament scriptures are quoted. However, the people they were originally written to knew their Old Testament -- much of it quotable from memory. Only when you go back to the original passage can we get the full meaning. This sermon examines several such examples.
- Forum by Mr Armstrong - "History of AC" (given AC 1980s - Played Wales UK 17 Jul 2010) (8.5Mb)
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Begins: "Well, hello everybody. I shouldn't be here but I came anyway. I still have one degree of temperature, sore throat, head cold, and I guess I'll blame it on the Russians -- they call it an asian 'flu ..." Mr Armstrong then gives a little of the history of Ambassador College -- explaining some of the struggles he went through to begin it as an institution that would indeed be God's College -- and how God forced him to explicitly rely on Him in faith every step of the way.
- Sermon by Mr Armstrong - "Christ Will Rule" (given FOT 11 Oct 1984 - Played Wales UK 17 Jul 2010) (8.5Mb)
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Begins: "Well, greetings brethren, not only to you here in Pasadena, but to all you brethren who just telephoned in from New Zealand, that you are getting the program down there; and right now its very close to 9 o'clock tomorrow morning!..." Mr Armstrong then gives the meaning of the Feast of Tabernacles -- including why we don't have a utopia today, because of our life style: the way we live. But he shows how even this situation fits within the incredible purpose of the Great Creator God.
- World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "John 10 Ministers Condemned & Healing" (broadcast 15 Aug 1979 - played Wales UK 10 Jul 2010) (3.3Mb)
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"...the Gospel that Jesus preached. They recognize it. The world doesn't recognize it because the carnal mind is enmity against God, and Jesus is the Word of God ..."
- Sermon by Jon Bowles - "Godly Leadership" (given Wales UK 10 Jul 2010) (12.7Mb)
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In the world today there is a dearth of Godly leadership on all quarters, yet in the World Tomorrow God expects His True Church to be ready to lead as kings and priests. This sermon examines the subject showing how Godly Leadership: Must flow from God; Must be for others good; Must recognise the potential of those led; Our true needs; Delegation.
- Sermonette by Ian Munro - "Worshipping the Beast" (given Wales UK 3 Jul 2010) (1.8Mb)
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In Rev 13:4 it says, "...and they worshipped the beast, saying, Who is like unto the beast? who is able to make war with him?"; but how is it possible for someone to worship the clearly symbolic beast found in Revelation? This sermonette explains.
- Sermon by Jon Bowles - "The Twitter Mindset" (given Wales UK 3 Jul 2010) (13.0Mb)
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The world today is a very different place from 20, 40, 60 years ago. Modern inventions have not only changed how we live - but also how we think as well. This sermon examines: The Twitter mindset; This age will pass; Representing a different age; Be still and think; The FOT 2010.
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