2008-03-29

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Sermonette
by Andrew Spellman
The Power of Prayer
given Peterborough Canada 29 March 2008
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. (2.0 Mb)
 
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Sermon
by Jonathan Pippy
Conducting a Spiritual Examination
given Peterborough Canada 29 March 2008
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! (11.0 Mb)
 

2008-03-22

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News Analysis
by Jon Bowles

given Wales UK 22 Mar 2008
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. (1.0 Mb)
 
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Sermon
by Mr Armstrong
A Positive Message
given 1 Dec 1977 at Pasadena USA - Played Wales UK 22 Mar 2008
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. (9.0 Mb)
 

2008-03-15

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Sermonette
by Chris Hancock
Did Mary Have Other Children
given Bristol UK 15 March 2008
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. (1.0 Mb)
 
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Sermon
by Jon Bowles
What Is Today's Work?
given Bristol UK 15 March 2008
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. (13.0 Mb)
 

2008-03-08

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World Tomorrow
by Mr. Armstrong
How To Search For Truth
broadcast 3 June 1979 - played Wales UK 8 March 2008
"... 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." (3.0 Mb)
 
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Sermon
by Jon Bowles
Spiritual Success
given Wales UK 8 March 2008
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. (11.0 Mb)
 

2008-03-01

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Sermon
by Jon Bowles
Bible Study Techniques
given Wales UK 1 March 2008
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: Old Testament Original Order ... New Testament Original Order ... Sample Bible Marking of 1Cor 7 (2.3Mb pdf file) (12.0 Mb)
 
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World Tomorrow
by Mr. Armstrong
Jonah's Sign
broadcast 1 June 1979 - played Wales UK 1 March 2008
"My friends, what happens when a person dies? Does he go someplace? Does he go to heaven or hell, or some other place?" (3.0 Mb)
 

2008-02-23

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Sermon
by Jon Bowles
Study The Bible As A King
given Wales UK 23 Feb 2008
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. (13.0 Mb)
 

2008-02-16

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Sermon
by Jonathan Pippy
The Long Journey of Faith
given Peterborough Canada 16 Feb 2008
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. (12.0 Mb)
 
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Sermonette
by Bob Evans
Carnality
given Peterborough Canada 16 Feb 2008
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) (1.0 Mb)
 

2008-02-09

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Sermon
by Jon Bowles
Friends, Foes and Forgiveness
given Bristol UK 9 Feb 2008
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. (11.0 Mb)
 
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Special Music
by Paula Henderson
From Ps 6 - Rebuke Me Not In Anger
sung Bristol UK 9 Feb 2008
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Extended Sermonette
by Ian Henderson
A Day for a Year
given Bristol UK 9 Feb 2008
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 (3.0 Mb)
 

2008-02-02

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News Analysis
by Jon Bowles

given Wales UK 2 Feb 2008
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. (1.0 Mb)
 
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Sermon
by Mr Armstrong
We Are the Temple
given 22 Aug 1981 at Big Sandy USA - Played Wales UK 2 Feb 2008
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. (15.0 Mb)
 

2008-01-26

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World Tomorrow
by Mr. Armstrong
Sign of Jonah and Christ's Messiahship
broadcast 31 May 1979 - played Wales UK 26 Jan 2008
"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?" (3.0 Mb)
 
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Sermon
by Jon Bowles
The 70 Weeks Prophecy
given Wales UK 26 Jan 2008
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. (11.0 Mb)
 

2008-01-19

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Sermonette
by Ian Munro
Never Leave Nor Forsake You
given Wales UK 19 Jan 2008
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. (1.0 Mb)
 
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Sermon
by Jon Bowles
God - the Prophetic Historian
given Wales UK 19 Jan 2008
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. (13.0 Mb)
 

2008-01-12

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News Analysis
by Jon Bowles

given Wales UK 12 Jan 2008
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. (3.0 Mb)
 
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Sermon
by Mr Armstrong
Are You Ready?
given 15 Oct 1981 at FOT in St Petersburg USA - Played Wales UK 12 Jan 2008
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. (13.0 Mb)
 

2008-01-05

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Sermon
by Jon Bowles
Prayer and the Armour of God
given Bristol UK 5 Jan 2008
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. (12.0 Mb)
 
“Just what is an APOSTLE?”
Just what is an Apostle?

Today we find the Church of God in a “wilderness of religious confusion!”

The confusion is not merely around the Church – within the religions of the world outside – but WITHIN the very heart of The True Church itself!

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Listen to Me, You who know righteousness, You people in whose heart is My Law: …I have put My words in your mouth, I have covered you with the shadow of My hand, That I may plant the heavens, Lay the foundations of the earth, and say to Zion, “you are My people” (Isaiah 51:7,16)