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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.

Recent Sermons/Bible-Studies:

• Split Sermon by Ian Henderson - "Lot and the Place of Safety" (given Bristol UK 19 July 2008) (6.6Mb)
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  Two people are mentioned in the context of the place of safety: Noah and Lot. Each were protected by God through the cataclysms that overtook their ages. When you look at the parallels with the end time, the example of Lot, in particular, is very significant indeed.

• Split Sermon by Jon Bowles - "Remember Lots' Wife" (given Bristol UK 19 July 2008) (8.8Mb)
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  There is a warning given to those facing the cataclysm at the end time, "remember Lot's wife" (Luke 17:32) But there is an almost certain maternal reason she looked back. The sermon examines: Our need to look forward; Our children are in a special category; Israel's prophesied return includes children; God's prophesied future includes our children.

• Sermon by Mr Armstrong - "Portland and Vancouver" (given 22 Sept 1984 USA - Played Wales UK 12 July 2008) (17.6Mb)
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  Begins: "In a way it seems strange to me to be back here in Vancouver, Washington. I lived here for 6 months in 1924..." Mr Armstrong then explains how aged 92 he can no longer read due to poor eyesight. He therefore gives this 2hr sermon without notes or Bible - but shows what God did through him - including his early work in Portland and Vancouver - to fulfil the prophecy of someone, coming in the power and spirit of Elijah, who was to restore all things shortly before Christ returns.

• World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "The Parable of the Tares" (broadcast 11 June 1979 - played Wales UK 5 July 2008) (3.0Mb)
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  "And once again, let me ask, why does God permit wars? Why does God permit suffering? Why does He permit poverty and unhappiness on this earth?"

• Sermon by Jon Bowles - "Restore All Things" (given Wales UK 5 July 2008) (11.3Mb)
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  A prophecy given by Jesus Christ is that "Elijah truly shall first come and restore all things" (Matt 17:10-11). But there are those who dispute whether HWA could have been the fulfillment, as we don't know "all things" today. This totally misses what the prophecy says. This sermon examines: What the first Elijah restored; The lost century; The end-time needs; and The breadth of the gospel.

• Short Sermon by Jon Bowles - "God's True SEP" (given Oswestry UK 28 June 2008) (7.1Mb)
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  The motto for SEP (Summer Education Program) was "To Show God's Way Works". Today, as we get our thinking "back on Track" in so many areas, the correct approach towards this youth program should certainly be included. The sermon examines the 3 aspects of: Fun is forever; Teamwork; and Give it a go!

• Short Sermon by Mr Armstrong - "Address to Orr SEP" (given July 1979 USA - Played Oswestry UK 28 June 2008) (13.3Mb)
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  Begins: "I see they've brought a chair and a desk up here for me, and that's not because of age, because I'm not the age people think I am..." Mr Armstrong then talks about the core issue behind the SEP Camp. It is even related to the issue of why we all exist on earth today. That vital purpose, is the creation of God's Holy, righteous, perfect character -- the greatest creation of the Eternal God.

• Sermonette by Ian Munro - "Declining Standards" (given Wales UK 21 June 2008) (1.8Mb)
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  The institutions designed to uphold morality within our society appear to have been specifically targeted by those against such upright values. What we must understand is the spirit that is really behind it, and focus on the solution -- a completely new world under Jesus Christ.

• Sermon by Jon Bowles - "The Balance of Christ" (given Wales UK 21 June 2008) (12.4Mb)
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  When Christ came, not only did He die for sin and preach the Gospel of the Kingdom of God, but He also left an example for His people to follow. That example involves a life of balance in areas such as: Physically; Emotionally; Socially; Spiritually -- a completely balanced life as our mentor.

• World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "Pagan Traditions and Christ's Parables" (broadcast 8 June 1979 - played Wales UK 14 June 2008) (3.0Mb)
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  "...and all of that. People still believe that just like Adam did. They wouldn't believe God. But we are mortal and we are dust, while we have a mind that far exceeds and excels anything that we find in the brain, for instance, of any other animal life we find on earth, such as dogs, or monkeys, or cats, or elephants, or snakes, or fish or birds or anything that you can see."

• Sermon by Jon Bowles - "Overcoming Failures" (given Wales UK 14 June 2008) (10.5Mb)
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  "We face the longest era of turmoil in memory" (Mervyn King - Governor of Bank of England) In such an uncertain climate, brethren are going to suffer failures -- loose their jobs, have businesses collapse -- suffering with the world. This sermon on overcoming failures therefore examines: Using God's view of True Success; Learning from others; Leaving the past behind; Using each new day; When we fall, repent and get back up; Always reach, and focus, forward.

Pentecost: (8 June 2008)

• UK Morning:
• Sermonette by Chris Hancock - "The Key of Zeal" (given Bristol UK Pentecost AM 8 June 2008) (1.3Mb)
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  Christ made the comment that, "the kingdom of heaven suffereth violence, and the violent take it by force"(Matt 11:12) But what does it mean? The answer lies in the degree of zeal we need for the things of God.

• Sermon by Ian Henderson - "The Effect of Light" (given Bristol UK Pentecost AM 8 June 2008) (13.6Mb)
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  This day of Pentecost is unique when compared to other Holy Days, in that instead of being on a particular date, it is on a particular day of the week -- the first day -- the day on which God re-created light on the earth. This also has much to teach us spiritually.

• UK Afternoon:
• Sermonette by Ian Munro - "Offering" (given Bristol UK Pentecost PM 8 June 2008) (1.3Mb)
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  From what is seen in the news today, the time left for this age of man appears short. When giving an offering we need to recognise this and the true value of the spiritual material on our websites. Such material places the events into their proper context for those with the eyes to see.

• Offering Music sung by Paula Henderson - "Ps 128 - Blessed be a Man Fearing the Eternal" (sung Bristol UK Pentecost PM 8 June 2008) (0.4Mb)
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• Sermon by Jon Bowles - "The Meaning of Firstfruits" (given Bristol UK Pentecost AM 8 June 2008) (12.8Mb)
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  The Day of Firstfruits, or Pentecost reminds us just how great is the difference between this present age and the age to come. So God's firstfruits must reflect God's Way, from God's Spirit, not the present way in the earth. The sermon examines: Creation of angels; What God is doing; Firstfruits shows this is not the only day of salvation; Two ways of life; Producing fruit; The firstfruit's purpose.

• Sermon by Mr Armstrong - "Middle East Trip" (given 28 Nov 1981 USA - Played Wales UK 7 June 2008) (13.3Mb)
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  Begins: "Greetings again everybody. Nice to be back. I arrive back about.... Let me see, I think it was about 5:30 or 6:00 this morning London time..." Mr Armstrong then spends the next hour commenting about the recent trip, and the final half hour giving a short sermon on the Holy Spirit. He stresses the vast difference between the natural and Spirit led mind. Without a mind that is Spirit led we will not make it and unless that new mind continually grows through prayer throughout life, our Spirit Life will miscarry. (short sermon also played in Wales 15 Feb 2003)

• Sermonette by Ian Munro - "A Soft Answer" (given Wales UK 31 May 2008) (1.8Mb)
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  Satan is described at the end time as "having great wrath" (Rev 12:12). As he is also described as "the Prince of the power of the air" (Eph 2:2), it is important that we learn how to deal with wrath in others -- influenced by him -- by giving a "soft answer" (Prov 15:1)

• Sermon by Jon Bowles - "Countering The 1960s Legacy" (given Wales UK 31 May 2008) (13.7Mb)
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  The 1960s were an axial period in history, when the cultural revolution during the decade altered western society around the world. But if we are going to be used in the World Tomorrow under Jesus Christ, the values we will need are very different. This sermon examines: repentance; religion; morals; social change; media; and personal lifestyles -- all in relation to this crucial decade.

• World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "The Kingdom of God" (broadcast 7 June 1979 - played Wales UK 24 May 2008) (3.4Mb)
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  "My friends, why does God permit wars? Why does God permit suffering on this earth? Why does He permit poverty?"

• Sermon by Jon Bowles - "Your God Reigns" (given Wales UK 24 May 2008) (11.8Mb)
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  This sermon is the final one in the series on the calendar. Even though it does not mention much about the calendar itself, it deals with the core issue -- the question of Christ ruling His Church. It deals with: Christ as the Eternal in the Old Testament; Christ as King of Kings in the World Tomorrow; Where Christ is Now; Our Living Word; The Calendar and similar issues.

• News Analysis by Jon Bowles (given Wales UK 17 May 2008) (7.5Mb)
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  The recent cyclone in Burma gives us a unique view of something Christ warned all of us about: How "leaders" in this world masquerade as "benefactors" (Luke 22:25). It is important that we recognise this -- so we can more fully learn the correct Way that Jesus Christ both taught and followed.

• Sermon by Mr Armstrong - "The Church is a New Civilization" (given June 1982 USA - Played Wales UK 17 May 2008) (8.5Mb)
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  The first few minutes are missing. Begins: "... now the Holy Spirit was not yet available. So Adam started a world, because he had children ..." Mr Armstrong then goes on to show how just as this world began down a particular road of life, so God calls selected individuals -- to train them now -- to be the teachers of an entirely new civilization.

• World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "Why Christ Used Parables" (broadcast 6 June 1979 - played Wales UK 10 May 2008) (3.4Mb)
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  "My friends, why is it that Jesus spoke in parables so that the people could not understand? Now we have always supposed, of course, most people have, that the reason that Jesus Christ spoke in parables was to make the meaning more clear -- sort of illustrated so people would understand better. But we have been seeing that He did exactly the opposite -- but why?"

• Sermon by Jon Bowles - "The Calendar's Unseen Hand" (given Wales UK 10 May 2008) (11.4Mb)
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  This sermon continues from the one on the calendar given the previous week, and examines: A review of the previous week; How Sabbath and Holy Days come first; 19 year time cycles; The Molad of Tishri; Why is the Roman calendar in the west today?

• World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "The Parable of the Sower" (broadcast 5 June 1979 - played Wales UK 3 May 2008) (3.4Mb)
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  "...the message of Jesus Christ. Why have we not heard the gospel of Jesus Christ? Why is it that the gospel we have heard is the gospel of men, not the gospel of Christ -- but a gospel of men about Christ. They have come preaching that He is the Christ."

• Sermon by Jon Bowles - "The Oracle of the Calendar" (given Wales UK 3 May 2008) (11.4Mb)
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  This sermon continues from the one given on the Last Day of UB: "The Time of the Judges". At the present time -- with so many doing what is right in their own eyes -- there is chaos in God's Church. And in one particular area this is certainly true: The Calendar. This sermon examines: The Oracles; Sun/Moon and Time; Today's Pagan Calendar; God's Calendar and Faith. (To be continued....)

Unleavened Bread Day 2 (26 Apr 2008):

• Morning:
• Sermonette by Chris Hancock - "The Night To Be Observed" (given Bristol UK UB2 26 Apr 2008) (1.38Mb)
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  Certainly the Night to be remembered, or the night to be observed, points us back to the beginning of the first exodus. But it also has prophetic elements of a second exodus within it - an exodus that will pale the first by comparison.

• Sermon by Jon Bowles - "The Time of the Judges" (given Bristol UK UB2 AM 26 Apr 2008) (12.9Mb)
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  Just as Israel moved from Egypt (a type of sin) during the Exodus, so they returned to sin during the time of the Judges. In this sermon 6 aspects of this are covered: Doing right in their own eyes; A time of chaos; Lacking Godly leadership; A time of foreign gods; A time of judgement; A time before major prophets.

• Afternoon:
• Sermonette by Andrew Munro - "Offering" (given Bristol UK UB2 PM 26 Apr 2008) (1.5Mb)
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  This offering sermonette concentrates on the crucial point of how we are to give an offering on these Holy Days: And the focus of that, is to be sure we give it in the right attitude of mind..

• Special Music sung by Henderson Trio - "From Ps 23 - The Eternal is my Shepherd" (sung Bristol UK UB2 PM 20 April 2008) (0.3Mb)
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• Sermon by Ian Henderson - "Meaning of the Day" (given Bristol UK UB2 PM 26 Apr 2008) (11.3Mb)
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  This meaning of Unleavened Bread sermon concentrates on the second holy day and the events surrounding it - particularly within the Old Testament -- showing how the things recorded have indeed been preserved specifically for us to learn from today.

Unleavened Bread Day 1 (20 Apr 2008):

• Morning:
• Sermonette by Ian Munro - "Come Out Of Her My People" (given Wales UK 20 Apr 2008) (2.1Mb)
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  Much of what we now see in the world was forseen by George Orwell within his book 1984. But just as the world at the end time is moving further away from God, so the True Church must move progressively towards Him.

• Sermon by Ian Henderson - "Message To the Churches" (given Wales UK UB1 AM 20 Apr 2008) (12.7Mb)
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  There is a portion of scripture, given by Jesus Christ personally, that is written specifically to His True Church. It is contained within the first three chapters of Revelation, and can be applied both collectively to all of God's Churches, as well as sequentially through successive eras.

• Afternoon:
• Sermonette by Andrew Munro - "Offering" (given Wales UK UB1 PM 20 Apr 2008) (1.32Mb)
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  This offering sermonette concentrates on the crucial point: We give an offering on these Holy Days for one main reason... because God commands it.

• Special Music sung by Paula Henderson - "From Ps 15 - Oh Eternal Who Shall Dwell?" (sung Wales UK UB1 PM 20 April 2008) (0.3Mb)
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• Sermon by Jon Bowles - "Unleavened Bread of Sincerity and Truth" (given Wales UK UB1 PM 20 Apr 2008) (12.6Mb)
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  This meaning of Unleavened Bread sermon concentrates on the scripture found in 1Cor 5 that describes the True Bread we should be eating during this season as "the Unleavened Bread of sincerity and truth".

• News Analysis by Jon Bowles (given Wales UK 19 April 2008) (4.8Mb)
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  At this time of year, our minds should be going to the Unleavened Bread of sincerity and truth (1Cor 5:8). However, the contrast with the news we find in the media is huge -- where lies and half-truths are so often the norm.

• Sermon by Mr Armstrong - "Grateful for God's Blessings" (given 4 May 1982 USA - Played Wales UK 19 April 2008) (11.3Mb)
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  Begins: "... God's headquarters - temporary headquarters - for our time now. If we realised how God has blessed us here..." Mr Armstrong then goes on to ask "why should the Great God be interested in you or me as an individual?". For the rest of the sermon he goes on to answer the question.

• World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "Many Deceivers Preach in Christ's Name" (broadcast 4 June 1979 - played Wales UK 12 April 2008) (3.4Mb)
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  "My friends, haven't you always supposed that Jesus Christ spoke in parables in order to make the meaning more clear -- sort of illustrated so that people would understand it better? Well you've been wrong. Once again, we are going through Matthew, Mark, Luke and John in the New Testament to see why it is that you have not been hearing the message of Jesus Christ."

• Sermon by Jon Bowles - "Passover -- The Big Picture" (given Wales UK 12 April 2008) (12.8Mb)
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  So often this time of year can be exhausting physically, and if we are not careful, we can find ourselves at the Passover service having not really taken the time to prepare. What we must do is to concentrate on the big picture. This sermon tries to guide us to do that by looking at: God's Plan; God's House; Footwashing; Sin; and Unleavened Bread.

• Sermonette by Bob Evans - "Gain Through Loss" (given Peterborough Canada 5 April 2008) (1.3Mb)
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  The Christian life does require certain things we formerly treasured to be lost. However, when we consider what is then gained -- there should be absolutely no regret. Recognising this is particularly important as we approach the Passover.

• Sermon by Jon Pippy - "Am I Building a Relationship With Christ?" (given Peterborough Canada 5 April 2008) (11.4Mb)
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  Most protestant churches seem to totally ignore the Father, and instead concentrate almost exclusively on their "relationship with Christ". However, what do the scriptures tell us regarding this important subject? And how does this understanding help us as we approach the Passover?

• Sermonette by Andrew Spellman - "The Power of Prayer" (given Peterborough Canada 29 March 2008) (2.6Mb)
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  When we consider just what we are doing when we pray, then it is seen in its true perspective as the profound thing that it really is. This is illustrated in the sermonette using two stories -- one fictitious, one real.

• Sermon by Jon Pippy - "Conducting a Spiritual Examination" (given Peterborough Canada 29 March 2008) (11.0Mb)
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  On the approach to Passover, it is essential that we who are baptised take the time to examine ourselves. But we need to be very careful that we are indeed looking at "ourselves" -- not scrutinising others!

• News Analysis by Jon Bowles (given Wales UK 22 Mar 2008) (1.8Mb)
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  It is clear that the current financial crisis is coming not merely from the banks but from the people behind them. And to take this a step further, from the families they grew up in and the wider society. But looking at the news from this past week alone, it is clear that the real problem is spiritual.

• Sermon by Mr Armstrong - "A Positive Message" (given 1 Dec 1977 at Pasadena USA - Played Wales UK 22 Mar 2008) (9.6Mb)
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  Begins: "... Today I have good news for you - very good news. This Church needs a reawakening. ..." Mr Armstrong then points out that the word, "Gospel" means "Good News" -- yet the Church was concentrating far too much on the bad news found in the world. He then publically repents of his part in allowing the Work to move off-Track in this area. He also clearly explains that the responsibility to preach the True Gospel to the world was something given to him personally, not the Church.

• Sermonette by Chris Hancock - "Did Mary Have Other Children" (given Bristol UK 15 March 2008) (1.6Mb)
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  Scripture is clear that Mary was a virgin when she conceived and gave birth to Jesus Christ, as God was His Father. But some religions maintain that she remained in a virginal state until the day she died. Is that true? What does scripture say? This sermonette explains.

• Sermon by Jon Bowles - "What Is Today's Work?" (given Bristol UK 15 March 2008) (13.5Mb)
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  When Mr Armstrong was alive, it was very clear what "The Work" of the Church was: to take the Gospel of God's Kingdom to all nations as a witness (Matt 24:14) But what is "The Work" today? Five points are covered: The Work under HWA; "Hold fast" - but to what?; Where today's Church is mentioned in scripture; What God requires; Our main Work -- is for later.

• World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "How To Search For Truth" (broadcast 3 June 1979 - played Wales UK 8 March 2008) (3.4Mb)
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  "... most. It will rock this world in wonder and amazement. It's going to result, finally, in world peace, and in a new and happy world tomorrow. But this very next world shaking event will not be peace, for men will bring this upon themselves and men know not the way of peace."

• Sermon by Jon Bowles - "Spiritual Success" (given Wales UK 8 March 2008) (11.0Mb)
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  This sermon is presented as a preparation for Passover, encouraging each of us to examine our continuing repentance towards God and His Way, using the 7 laws of success: Having the right goal; Education; Good health; Drive; Resourcefulness; Perseverance; God's guidance.

• World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "Jonah's Sign" (broadcast 1 June 1979 - played Wales UK 1 March 2008) (3.4Mb)
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  "My friends, what happens when a person dies? Does he go someplace? Does he go to heaven or hell, or some other place?"

• Sermon by Jon Bowles - "Bible Study Techniques" (given Wales UK 1 March 2008) (12.3Mb)
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  This sermon follows on from the previous weeks message on "Studying the Bible as a King" It deals with the following points: Scriptural understanding requires revelation; Read in context; Gather related scriptures; Meditate; Bible Aids (including bible marking). Here are links to the notes mentioned within the sermon: ... ...

• Sermon by Jon Bowles - "Study The Bible As A King" (given Wales UK 23 Feb 2008) (13.6Mb)
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  A king of Israel was supposed to write out for himself a copy of the scriptures so that "he shall read therein all the days of his life" (Deut 17:19). But the study of God's Word is not only something for ancient kings. It is even more necessary for those now preparing to become the Spirit-born Kings of the future -- destined to rule with Jesus Christ for eternity.

• Sermonette by Bob Evans - "Carnality" (given Peterborough Canada 16 Feb 2008) (1.5Mb)
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  Our previous worldly ways are symbolically buried at baptism. But even the apostle Paul recognised that carnality nevertheless remains a continual struggle in this life as we aim for "the fulness of Christ" (Eph 4:13)

• Sermon by Jon Pippy - "The Long Journey of Faith" (given Peterborough Canada 16 Feb 2008) (12.0Mb)
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  During the time of Christ, carnal people had their faith rewarded at times by some spectacular miracles. But for salvation, the faith required is somewhat different. Such faith must be the same kind of faith Christ himself had: A living faith that originates from God, and which enables God's children to go "the long-haul" -- trusting Him, come what may.

• Extended Sermonette by Ian Henderson - "A Day for a Year" (given Bristol UK 9 Feb 2008) (3.9Mb)
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  One of the key principles required to understand prophecy, is the principle of a day for a year. But where does this idea come from? This extended sermonette explains

• Special Music sung by Paula Henderson - "From Ps 6 - Rebuke Me Not In Anger" (sung Bristol UK 9 Feb 2008) (0.3Mb)
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• Sermon by Jon Bowles - "Friends, Foes and Forgiveness" (given Bristol UK 9 Feb 2008) (11.8Mb)
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  Many people look on the God of the Old Testament as a harsh stern monster -- whereas, they view Jesus Christ as abolishing His Father's Law and instead simply forgives all and invites them to "come as they are". Nothing could be further from the truth found in scripture. The Bible -- Old and New Testament -- is a single revelation by a Loving God who seeks genuine repentance in all His potential sons and daughters.

• News Analysis by Jon Bowles (given Wales UK 2 Feb 2008) (1.8Mb)
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  The word Babylon comes from the word Babel (or babble), which means confusion of speech. When we look at some of the news items concerning the EU and events associated with it, it is easy to see how the word fits what is rising in Europe.

• Sermon by Mr Armstrong - "We Are the Temple" (given 22 Aug 1981 at Big Sandy USA - Played Wales UK 2 Feb 2008) (15.6Mb)
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  Begins: "... the largest group that has ever assembled here in Big Sandy. We had quite a large number when I was here, was it February or March? ..." Mr Armstrong then expands on the forum the previous day: Why Ambassador College? and explains how the whole world has lost its way -- including the "christian" religions who merely want to "receive Christ", and "GET saved". But the true Way of God is a way of Give, not get. And the True Church has a vital role -- to become the Spiritual Temple to which Jesus Christ will return.

• World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "Sign of Jonah and Christ's Messiahship" (broadcast 31 May 1979 - played Wales UK 26 Jan 2008) (3.5Mb)
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  "How do you know, my friends, that Jesus Christ is the Messiah that was prophesied to come? If you were asked for absolute proof, what would you give? How could you prove that the Jesus of Nazareth was the Messiah?"

• Sermon by Jon Bowles - "The 70 Weeks Prophecy" (given Wales UK 26 Jan 2008) (11.5Mb)
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  This sermon extends the sermon given last week on God the Prophetic Historian. It takes the 70 weeks prophecy found in Daniel 9, and shows how so many of the principles applied by Daniel that led to the prophecy being given, are equally applicable to us today -- as we look at what God says in the light of the events around us.

• Sermonette by Ian Munro - "Never Leave Nor Forsake You" (given Wales UK 19 Jan 2008) (1.6Mb)
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  In today's troubled society -- with so many disturbing news items -- a clear vision of the future is essential. There is a clear promise found in Heb 13 that should very much remain part of that vision God expects us to hold onto.

• Sermon by Jon Bowles - "God - the Prophetic Historian" (given Wales UK 19 Jan 2008) (13.7Mb)
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  In the sample prayer, Christ gave us a clear indication that when beginning to pray we first need to get our minds off ourselves, and onto God. An important aspect of this, is to better understand God's approach -- where He is "coming from" -- and notice how both the historical and the prophetic always seem inexorably linked together.

• News Analysis by Jon Bowles (given Wales UK 12 Jan 2008) (3.7Mb)
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  The elections in Kenya brought chaos and death to the country. At the same time the beginnings of the USA presidential campaign produced an unexpected result. Yet the reason for both had little to do with the real issues currently gripping the world.

• Sermon by Mr Armstrong - "Are You Ready?" (given 15 Oct 1981 at FOT in St Petersburg USA - Played Wales UK 12 Jan 2008) (13.6Mb)
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  Begins: "I want to read to you something I had not intended to use: this is my mother's favorite text in the Bible..." Mr Armstrong then talks about the way God was placing the Church back on Track -- to dwell together in unity. That unity comes by all being led by the same Spirit. And it is the Holy Spirit -- dwelling in God's people -- that is indeed a Tree of Life.

• Sermonette by Andrew Munro - "The Parable of the Bird Table!" (given Bristol UK 5 Jan 2008) (1.8Mb)
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  One of the management games used for producing teamwork within industry, uses a "bird-table" 30 feet above the ground. The lessons also have much to say to God's Church and can be found within scripture.

• Sermon by Jon Bowles - "Prayer and the Armour of God" (given Bristol UK 5 Jan 2008) (12.7Mb)
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  This sermon covers the final point in a series on the armour of God found in Eph 6. It deals with the last area mentioned -- that of prayer -- and shows how prayer is vital for each one of the actual items of spiritual armour mentioned.

• World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "USA and Britain in Prophecy" (broadcast 31 May 1979 - played Wales UK 29 Dec 2007) (3.4Mb)
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  "What is prophesied, for tomorrow, for the United States? My friends, 90% of the prophecies of the Bible, and 1/3 of the Bible is prophecy, and 90% of that pertains to our pulsating present and the next 20 or 30 years of our history. And the United States, together with the British Commonwealth, is the very focal center of those momentous moments"

• Sermon by Jon Bowles - "The Sword of the Spirit..God's Word" (given Wales UK 29 Dec 2007) (11.2Mb)
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  This sermon covers the sixth point in a series on the armour of God found in Eph 6. It deals with: How God's Spirit uses His Word..for: "Doctrine; Reproof; Correction; and Instruction in Righteousness" (2Tim 4:16) - in overcoming Satan and his mindset.

• Sermonette by Ian Munro - "The Golden Rule" (given Wales UK 22 Dec 2007) (1.7Mb)
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  In the past the Bible was used as a text book within the UK school system, and one vital point brought out was "the golden rule". This is still something we all need -- and particularly at the end-time.

• Sermon by Jon Bowles - "The Helmet of Salvation" (given Wales UK 22 Dec 2007) (13.5Mb)
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  This sermon covers the fifth point in a series on the armour of God found in Eph 6. It deals with: How Salvation gives the right goal; How it places our Saviour in authority over us; Being reconciled by His blood; Being saved by His Life; Defeating Human Nature, which is Satan's attitude.

• Split-Sermon by Jon Bowles - "African Birth Pains" (given Wales UK 15 Dec 2007) (7.0Mb)
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  We are told that the events to come on this world will be as birth-pains (Matt 24:8; 1Thes 5:3). Such prophesied events can clearly be seen today in the horn of Africa -- witnessed firsthand during a recent trip to Kenya.

• Campaign by Mr Armstrong - "Philippines 2" (given 18 March 1981 in the Philippines - Played Wales UK 15 Dec 2007) (7.4Mb)
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  Begins with an introduction from someone in the Philippines. Mr Armstrong then says: "Ladies and gentlemen, again, good evening. Last night, or last evening, I told you that a staggering turn in world events is due to erupt over this world..." He goes on to explain how the true Gospel message which Jesus Christ preached was to announce the coming Kingdom of God. This same gospel is also the message of this Philippine campaign.

• Sermonette by Andrew Spellman - "The Spirit of Xmas" (given Peterborough Canada 8 Dec 2007) (1.9Mb)
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  All around us at this time of year, people in the world are gearing up for Xmas. But what is the fruit of their celebrations? When compared with the fruit of God's Spirit mentioned in Gal 5, it is the very opposite.

• Sermon by Jon Pippy - "Practising Thankfulness" (given Peterborough Canada 8 Dec 2007) (10.9Mb)
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  In years gone by, our forefathers were indeed thankful to God and sought to formally recognise this by implementing Thanksgiving Days in the USA and Canada. But as we approach the end of this age, things are very different. Yet thankfulness is something vital for us all as we Get Back on Track.

• Sermonette by Frank Antonio - "Pray For Us" (given Bristol UK 1 Dec 2007) (1.7Mb)
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  There are several examples found within the New Testament where prayers are requested on behalf of others. Today should be no different. Particularly with a forthcoming trip to Africa.

• Sermon by Jon Bowles - "The Shield of Faith" (given Bristol UK 1 Dec 2007) (14.3Mb)
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  This sermon covers the fourth point in a series on the armour of God found in Eph 6. It deals with faith as a shield, by going through the subject sequentially as found in Hebrews 11. However, it does so by showing how each example given also illustrates the shield we can use to quench Satan's efforts.

• Sermonette by Ian Munro - "Keeping The Vision" (given Wales UK 24 Nov 2007) (2.3Mb)
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  Today's society is filled with doubt and negativism, making it all too easy to succumb ourselves to such downward pulls. But we have an awesome future that is clearly seen in scripture. What we must do, is to individually keep that vision at the forefront of our thinking by regularly reviewing such scriptures.

• Sermon by Jon Bowles - "The Preparation Of The Gospel of Peace" (given Wales UK 24 Nov 2007) (11.8Mb)
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  This sermon covers the third point in a series on the armour of God found in Eph 6. It deals with: From the foundation of the world; Ancient Israel; Jesus Christ; Our studentship; The ruling Kingdom of God -- and peace.

• World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "Law and Justification" (broadcast 28 May 1979 - played Wales UK 17 Nov 2007) (3.4Mb)
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  "Now, getting back again to this series, to see what Jesus Christ did preach. You've heard all about Christ. You've heard a gospel about Him, but have you ever heard His gospel?"

• Sermon by Jon Bowles - "Breastplate of Righteousness" (given Wales UK 17 Nov 2007) (12.1Mb)
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  This sermon covers the second point in a series on the armour of God found in Eph 6. It deals with: Placing righteousness in its true perspective; How it protects vital spiritual organs; The link to faith; One of Satan's main weapons; How 1John 5 ties the subject together.

• Sermonette by Bob Evans - "The Miracle" (given Peterborough Canada 10 Nov 2007) (1.0Mb)
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  When we truly understand how the Tree of Life was cut off from mankind, the fact we can understand the things we do, is indeed a miracle of enormous proportions. And something that is tremendously encouraging.

• Sermon by Jon Pippy - "Developing The Love of God" (given Peterborough Canada 10 Nov 2007) (11.0Mb)
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  Within the present shattering of God's Church, the love of many has indeed become cold (Matt 24:12). But The Love that must be in us for eternity can come from only One source, and that is from God Himself. Such Love must then be expressed: Back to God; To our neighbours; To our enemies; And between true brethren everywhere.

• Extended Sermonette by Ian Henderson - "Talk One With Another" (given Bristol UK 3 Nov 2007) (3.6Mb)
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  The Feast was fabulous -- and primarily because it allowed us to fellowship. Talking together -- particularly about the important things in life -- is vital at this end time. This is why God makes such a point of it in Mal 3:16.

• Special Music by The Henderson Trio - "From Ps 84 - How Lovely Are Your Dwellings" (sung Bristol UK 3 Nov 2007) (0.4Mb)
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• Sermon by Jon Bowles - "Loins Girt About With Truth" (given Bristol UK 3 Nov 2007) (11.9Mb)
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  This sermon covers the first point in a series on the armour of God found in Eph 6. It deals with: A New Age of Truth; Why Loins?; What Paul saw in Ephesus; What is Truth?; Why Truth is vital at the End Time.

• Sermonette by Ian Munro - "Looking After Our Armour" (given Wales UK 27 Oct 2007) (1.9Mb)
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  The armour worn by medieval knights was crucial to their survival, and had to be kept in good condition. It is no different today -- for our own spiritual armour as mentioned in Eph 6.

• Sermon by Jon Bowles - "Standing Against Satan" (given Wales UK 27 Oct 2007) (12.5Mb)
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  This introductory sermon is the first in a series on the armour of God found in Eph 6. It deals with: The context of Eph 6; An insane world; The end time doctrines of demons; The wiles of the devil; Our spiritual wrestling match.

• News Analysis by Jon Bowles (given Wales UK 20 Oct 2007) (3.7Mb)
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  In the past few months the financial markets have been in turmoil, and the chaos is currently reflected in both the price of oil and the value of the US dollar. But such things are actually symptoms of a greater sickness. To understand that, you must look at the spiritual condition of the world and the way it influences a lack of trust between people.

• Sermon by Mr Armstrong - "Another Civilization" (given 2 Oct 1982 at FOT in USA - Played Wales UK 20 Oct 2007) (13.1Mb)
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  Begins: "This is the largest festival, the largest gathering, that is held anywhere in the world every year - 8 days...." Mr Armstrong then goes on to explain how God is reproducing Himself through human beings. God's character -- what He is -- is Love. And it is that Character, through the power of His Holy Spirit, that must be formed within each of us as His children. The final result, will be an entirely new Civilization: The Kingdom of God; The Spirit-born Family of God. (Our apologies but this recording is missing both opening remarks and closing comments)

• World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "Christ's Authority over Disease" (broadcast 23 May 1979 - played Wales UK 13 Oct 2007) (3.4Mb)
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  "Well, my friends, lets get back into this series, going through the New Testament to see exactly what Jesus Christ did preach and why you haven't heard it, because you've been hearing a message about the person of Christ, but not the message that He preached. God Almighty sent Jesus Christ to this earth, and He said, "I have spoken nothing of Myself. The Father that sent Me, He gave me a commandment what I should say and what I should speak."

• Sermon by Jon Bowles - "The Blessing in Numbers 6" (given Wales UK 13 Oct 2007) (10.1Mb)
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  This sermon looks at the formal blessing found in Numbers 6:22-27 and shows how it has much to teach the Church at this time. The sermon deals with the following points: Who is Israel?; To Bless and Keep; To Make His Face Shine and Be Gracious; To Lift up His Countenance and Give Peace; Placing His Name.

• Sermonette by Frank Antonio - "Keeping The Vision Alive" (given Kentucky USA 6 Oct 2007) (1.3Mb)
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  Coming to the end of the Feast we must return to our homes. But the vision expressed during the 8 days needs to be kept alive through the coming year. Meditation is one key that can be used.

• Special Music by The Festival Trio - "From Ps 8 - How Excellent Is Your Name" (sung Kentucky USA 6 Oct 2007) (0.3Mb)
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• Sermon by Carrol Bryant - "Loyalty" (given Kentucky USA 6 Oct 2007) (9.4Mb)
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  Loyalty is a crucial character trait that all God's children must have. Whatever happens, we are going to be loyal to something. The question is, will it be to God and His Way -- or to Satan?

Feast of Tabernacles:

• Click Here for Feast Sermons etc - given in Kentucky USA - 2007

Atonement 2007:

• Offering Sermonette by Ian Munro - "Offering Sermonette" (given Wales UK Atonement 22 Sept 2007) (1.7Mb)
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  When we compare the operating budget of the Church 20 years ago, compared to the operation we are involved in today, there is little similarity. But the Truth remains the same.

• Offering Music by Paula Henderson - "From Ps 119:121-128 - I Have Done Judgement and Justice and More" (sung Wales UK Atonement 22 Sept 2007) (0.5Mb)
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• Sermon by Mr Armstrong - "The Meaning of Atonement" (given USA Atonement 1980 - played Wales UK Atonement 22 Sept 2007) (13.3Mb)
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  This sermon covers the meaning of the day of Atonement in the context of the rest of God's annual Holy Days. It was given by Mr Armstrong in 1980 from a newly constructed TV studio at his home in Tucson, and was one of the first broadcasts where he was able to both talk to, and at the same time see, his audience in the Auditorium at Pasadena.

• World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "Daniel 11" (broadcast 22 May 1979 - played Wales UK 15 Sept 2007) (3.3Mb)
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  "...is going to happen. Will Russia ever invade? Will Russia ever conquer the United States? My friends, a most unexpected event is going to happen in the meantime that is going to take the breath of Russia, as well as rock the United States back on its heels. "

• Sermon by Jon Bowles - "Rights And Responsibilities At The Feast" (given Wales UK 15 Sept 2007) (10.9Mb)
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  The Feast is now just over a week away, and all of us that attend will effectively become ambassadors for the Kingdom of God and God's Way of Life. This sermon examines the subject using the following points: Appreciating our rights, privileges and honours; Having responsibility for ourselves; our families; the brethren; the world and before God.

Trumpets 2007 UK Morning:

• Sermonette by Ian Munro - "The Day Is Coming" (given Bristol UK Trump 13 Sept 2007) (1.6Mb)
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  Looking at the underlying trends in the world around us, it is possible that this could turn out to be the last Feast of Trumpets within relative calm. But the main reason God allows us to understand the prophetic future, is to be sure we are prepared ourselves.

• Sermon by Ian Henderson - "Our End Time Attitude" (given Bristol UK Trump 13 Sept 2007) (12.8Mb)
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  Ezek 9:4-5 talks of setting a mark on those who sigh and cry for the abominations being done in the world. On the face of it, that seems easy to do. But in an article Mr Armstrong wrote in 1961, it is clear that Satan can even use a good thing -- like this -- to deceive us.

Trumpets 2007 UK Afternoon:

• Offering Sermonette by Chris Hancock - "Clenched Fist or Open Hand?" (given Bristol UK Trump 13 Sept 2007) (2.5Mb)
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  If we clench our fist, we prevent anyone getting something from our hand -- but it also stops us receiving a blessing from someone as well.

• Offering Music by Paula Henderson - "From Ps 21 - For the King shall joy in your strength LORD" (sung Bristol UK Trump 13 Sept 2007) (0.5Mb)
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• Sermon by Jon Bowles - "Meaning of Trumpets" (given Bristol UK Trump 13 Sept 2007) (12.8Mb)
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  The day of Trumpets lies in the middle of the Holy Days in many more ways than merely physically. The events it represents are to be the greatest axial period of all time: The change from the Church age to the Kingdom age; from the small first harvest to the main harvest; from the rule of Satan, to the rule of God.

Trumpets 2007 Canada Afternoon:

• Sermonette by Andrew Spellman - "Conflict" (given Peterborough Canada Trump 13 Sept 2007) (2.3Mb)
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  All around us today we find conflict. This is true in our nations our workplace, our families -- even the wider church. But all conflict will finally be stopped by the returning Christ -- using supernatural force -- the very event this day of Trumpets pictures.

• Sermon by Jon Pippy - "A Time of War" (given Peterborough Canada Trump 13 Sept 2007) (10.1Mb)
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  The meaning of the day of Trumpets includes a time of trouble and war -- soon to be upon us -- greater than anything experienced to date. But the ultimate war, when Jesus Christ Himself steps in, will finally defeat all that oppose Him, remove the very source of conflict, to give the only true basis for everlasting peace.

• News Analysis by Jon Bowles (given Wales UK 8 Sept 2007) (4.0Mb)
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  Biblical prophecy predicts: An army of 200 million in the far east; Economic pressure on a revived Holy Roman Empire; The UK eventually separating from Europe; And Germany moving towards the political right. And trends of all the above can be found in the newspapers of the past few days.

• Sermon by Mr Armstrong - "The Spirit in Man" (given 20 June 1981 in Cincinnati - Played Wales UK 8 Sept 2007) (12.4Mb)
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  Begins: "Well, this is a Feast of Tabernacles crowd! Glad to see all of you and very happy that I can be here...." Mr Armstrong then begins to explain how Man needs two kinds of knowledge: A knowledge for things; and a knowledge for relationships. Unfortunately, man is only "half there". He has a spirit that naturally allows him to understand things. But the knowledge for relationships is spiritual, and needs the Spirit of God. Hence the problems within our world.

• World Tomorrow Broadcast by Mr. Armstrong - "God's Authority" (broadcast 21 May 1979 - played Wales UK 1 Sept 2007) (3.4Mb)
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  "Now, in continuing, I want to get back into this theme we've been in, going through the New Testament -- Matthew, Mark, Luke and John -- to see what Jesus Christ did preach and why you have not been hearing it. Why you have not been hearing the true gospel of Jesus Christ -- but rather a man-made gospel about His person, which has been substituted for the gospel that God sent by Him and which He taught His disciples, and that which the early Church -- as it started out in all its purity -- did preach."

• Sermon by Jon Bowles - "10 - You Shall Not Covet" (given Wales UK 1 Sept 2007) (11.2Mb)
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  This sermon is the tenth in a series on The Ten Commandments. It shows how the principle - the Spirit - behind the tenth commandment of Exodus 20 should be applied today. It examines: Mental Idolatry; The Torah in our hearts; Contentment; The Abundant Life; Faith.