compiled by Dave Harris

“The Hostage Deal—Peace in the Middle East?” is the title of a new StandingWatch program, presented by Evangelist Norbert Link. Here is the summary:

Will the deal between Israel and Hamas last? Will it bring back the hostages? Will it end the war and bring peace? Do you know what the elements and conditions of the deal are? COULD it even be successful? Is it good for Israel, America, Europe and the entire world? Does the Bible have something to say about all of this?

“Das Geiselabkommen—Frieden im Nahen Osten?” is the title of a new AufPostenStehen program, presented by Norbert Link. This German program covers the same topics as described above.

“Opfer einer bösen Welt,” last Sabbath’s sermonette presented in Germany by Robert Indlekofer, is now posted. Title in English: “Victims of an Evil World.”

A new episode of our German series on “Biblische Geschichte” has now been posted.

“Das Abgabensystem heute und in der nahen Zukunft,” last Sabbath’s sermon presented in Germany by Thilo Hanstein, is now posted. Title in English: “The Tax System Today and in the Near Future.”

“LA Fires, Greenland, Canada and Germany—Comments on News and Prophecy, January 17, 2025,” the first message presented last Sabbath by Norbert Link, is now posted. Here is the summary:

Many feel that the fires in Los Angeles show the incompetence of California’s woke government; and some wonder whether Trump’s statements regarding Greenland and Canada are serious—which they clearly are. America’s interest in these areas is not new, as history proves. We also show how the relationship between the USA and Germany is deteriorating, while the German political establishment refuses to face reality and moves into dangerous territory.

”Does the Bible Condemn Animal Cruelty?” last Sabbath’s sermon presented by Norbert Link, is now posted. Here is the summary:

Absolutely! And human cruelty is probably nowhere more evident than in the torment of helpless animals. But many people don’t understand that they are animal abusers and why they became so. This sermon gives you numerous examples of the various excesses of animal cruelty and shows how GOD behaves towards His animals and what He expects from our behavior towards the animal world.

compiled by Dave Harris

“The Hypocrisy of German Politicians and the Media” is the title of a new StandingWatch program, presented by Evangelist Norbert Link. Here is a summary:

While the world is watching with horror the terrible deadly wildfires in Los Angeles, another wildfire is burning in Germany which most people don’t even recognize as such. Many Germans realize that “a lot of things are wrong in Germany,” but hypocritical politicians are afraid to address the causes and are fighting instead for their survival by opposing whoever stands in their way, including Elon Musk, the right-wing AfD and Musk’s interview with AfD’s Alice Weidel. But this ridiculous approach will backfire.

“Die Heuchelei deutscher Politiker und der Medien” is the title of a new AufPostenStehen program, presented by Norbert Link. This German program covers the same topic as described above. 

A Tech Team Meeting was conducted on January 5, 2025. Hosted by Eric Rank, topics discussed included testing a new advertising platform for our booklets. Additional printing of the booklet, “The Fall and Rise of the Jewish People,” was decided. We had participants from the U.S., Canada, and Germany.

The German translation of our booklet on Middle Eastern and African Nations in Bible Prophecy was sent to our printer in Germany.

An order for reprinting our booklet, “The Fall and Rise of the Jewish People,” was sent to our printer in Germany.

We have begun to produce and post a new series, in German, titled “Biblische Geschichte” (covering the biblical story).  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_2iE4AgYjKU ; and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_vBmRdg4X6k; and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7OU6pVrRlrg 

We are planning to produce the same videos in English.

“Reise durch die Kirchengeschichte,” last Sabbath’s German sermonette presented by Tahir Coban, is now posted. Title in English: “Journey Through Church History.”

“False Miracles,” last Sabbath’s sermonette presented by Michael Link, is now posted. Here is the summary:

How do we discern the difference between true and false miracles? However, we shouldn’t be seeking after miracles but after the truth. What is the Truth?

“Pursuing the Presence of God,” last Sabbath’s sermon by Kalon Mitchell, is now posted. Here is the summary:

Each of us are called by God – and yet, what is our response to this calling? Is it just to accept it and that is it – or is there more that is part of our responsibility? Are we required to be pursuing God? If so, how? 

compiled by Dave Harris

“Who Was Behind the Terror Attacks in Germany, New Orleans and Las Vegas?” is the title of a new StandingWatch program, presented by Evangelist  Norbert Link. Here is the summary:

WAS THERE a connection between these three attacks? Do the FACTS support such a conclusion? And if so, WHO was behind it? The answer may perhaps surprise you.

“Wer steckte hinter den Terroranschlägen in Magdeburg, New Orleans und Las Vegas?” is the title of a new AufPostenStehen program, presented by Norbert Link. This German program covers the same topic as described above.

“Verdammt die Bibel Tierquälerei?” is the title of this Sabbath’s new German sermon, presented by Norbert Link. Title in English: “Does the Bible Condemn Animal Cruelty?”

“Treten Sie ein für die Wahrheit,” last Sabbath’s first split sermon in Germany was presented by Dmitrij Niemann. Title in English: “Stand Up For the Truth.”

“Kollektives und Individuelles Wachstum in Gottes Kirche,” last Sabbath’s second split sermon in Germany was presented by Andreas Rätz. Title in English: “Collective and Individual Growth in God’s Church.”

“Breaking Up Our Fallow Ground,” last Sabbath’s sermonette presented by Eric Rank, is now posted. Here is the summary:

Our opportunity to increase our spiritual profitability lies dormant beneath our fallow ground. In the aspects of our lives where we can and should be changing, it can be difficult to get to work. If we can draw our focus on making improvements outside of our comfort zone, we can produce abundant fruit that we otherwise would not be able to do.

“Individuals of the End Time,” last Sabbath’s sermon presented by Dave Harris, is now posted. Here is the Summary:

There are individuals found in end-time prophecies of the Bible who have been identified long before their actual appearance. Entities, both spiritual and physical, will soon emerge in the affairs of this world. We must be watching and ready!

compiled by Dave Harris

“Scandal! How Our Government Wastes Our Money!” is the title of a new StandingWatch program, presented by Evangelist Norbert Link. Here is the summary:

First, we experienced a chaotic week on Capitol Hill with ridiculous proposals, resulting in a stopgap funding bill to avoid a shutdown. Then, we were informed about the unbelievable waste of American taxpayers’ money in 2024 for useless and godless projects while the US national debt is steadily climbing. This program lists some examples of “frivolous government spending” while many, also in light of heavy taxes, are struggling to make ends meet.  

“Terror in Magdeburg und Deutschlands Zukunft,” is the title of a new AufPostenStehen program, presented by Norbert Link. Title in English: “Terror in Magdeburg and Germany’s Future.”

A new Member Letter (December 2024) is now posted, and copies have been sent to those on our mailing list (available on request). Dave Harris writes about the prophesied persecution for Christians which lies ahead and for our need to watch and be ready.

“Middle Eastern and African Nations in Bible Prophecy,” has been translated into German (“Die Nationen des Nahen Ostens und Afrikas in der biblischen Prophezeiung”) and sent to graphic designer Shelly Bruno in preparation for printing.

“Totensonntag ein Gedenken im Sinne Gottes?” last Sabbath’s German sermonette presented by Jens Herrmann, is now posted. Title in English: “Sunday of the Dead – A Commemoration in the Spirit of God?”

“The Foundation of Faith,” last Sabbath’s sermonette presented by Dave Harris, is now posted. Here is the summary:

The Bible describes people as having little faith in God and even great faith in God. WHY is that so? What is the variable?

“Understanding and Overcoming Shame,” last Sabbath’s sermon presented by Eric Rank, is now posted. Here is the summary:

Shame describes an emotional state of feeling bad about one’s self. It’s uncomfortable, unpleasant, and can incur lasting damage if left unattended. How are we supposed to understand feelings of shame and the purpose that God intends for those feelings to have? What can we do to move beyond feelings of shame so that we can grow in the way that God expects?

compiled by Dave Harris

“The DRONES! No Danger? Are You Kidding?” is the title of a new StandingWatch program, presented by Evangelist Norbert Link. Here is the summary:

The many sightings of drones hovering over America and its military bases are no laughing matter, nor are these drones harmless. We are told that they don’t pose a danger to national security, but those assurances don’t ring true. Nor are opinions that they do not come from a foreign “enemy.” Reviewing the available evidence, what conclusions CAN we come to in regard to these drones? And what does this all mean?

“Die DROHNEN! Keine Gefahr? Sie scherzen wohl!” is the title of a new AufPostenStehen program, presented by Norbert Link. This German program covers the same topics as described above.

We have posted our first Bible Story short video in German, “Die Schöpfung” (The Creation), on our German YouTube and Aufpostenstehen Website. Created by our members Evelyn Gerz and Andreas Rätz through AI technology, it is the start of a series. We plan to do the same in English shortly. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_2iE4AgYjKU 

“Memorial for Margaret Adair,” was conducted on Sunday, December 15, 2024, and this service is now posted. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AI81HalPidw

“Leben Sie mit Christus in himmlischen Regionen?” is the title of this Sabbath’s new German sermon, presented by Norbert Link. Title in English: “Do You Live with Christ in Heavenly Places?”

“Es gibt ein Zu Spät,” last Sabbath’s German sermonette presented by Johann Schell, is now posted. Title in English: “There Is Such a Thing as Too Late.”

“Wir WERDEN gross sein!” last Sabbath’s German sermon presented by Michael Link, is now posted. Title in English: “We Will Be Great!”

“What Does God Require of Us?” is the title of last Sabbath’s first split sermon, presented by Paul Niehoff. Here is the summary:

God has a number of requirements for us to live by, which are stated in many places throughout the Bible. However, there is one verse that summarizes what these requirements are, and that is found in the book of Micah.

“A Sinless Human Life,” is the title of last Sabbath’s second split-sermon, presented by Frank Bruno. Here is the summary:

In this Split Sermon we will consider various scriptures that help us in our study of the sinless human life of Jesus Christ. We understand that Jesus lived a fully human life, yet did so without sinning. This enabled Him to take on the sins of the world and offer salvation for true Christians who believe in Him and obey the commandments of the Father.

compiled by Dave Harris

“Syria’s Terrible Future,” is the title of a new StandingWatch program, presented by Evangelist Norbert Link. Here is the summary:

The civil war in Syria has never stopped. But most recent events stunned the world. What happened, why, and what is Syria’s future? Many celebrate most current developments, but their celebration might be terribly premature.

“Syriens schreckliche Zukunft,” is the title of a new AufPostenStehen program, presented by Norbert Link. This program covers the same topic as described above in English.

The memorial service for Margaret Adair will take place on Sunday, December 15, 2024. It will begin promptly at 12:45pm at Escondido Columbus Club Hall, 515 W. Valley Pkwy, Escondido CA 92025. Please contact Johanna.Link@cox.net if you want to attend.

“Die wahre Liebe,” last Sabbath’s first split-sermon in Germany was presented by Christoph Sperzel and is now posted. Title in English: “True Love.”

“Sei ein Tempel,” last Sabbath’s second split-sermon in Germany was presented by Thilo Hanstein and is now posted. Title in English: “Be a Temple.”

“Reading Right Over Things,” last Sabbath’s sermonette presented by Brian Gale, is now posted. Here is the summary:

It is much more beneficial to our spiritual well-being if we read, think through, and understand the Scriptures we are reading which is obvious, but can be forgotten or neglected.   In addition, using a number of assorted Bible aids we will really profit from greater understanding and all the effort will be very worthwhile.

“Salvation of the World,” last Sabbath’s sermon presented by Norbert Link, is now posted. Here is the summary:

Did Christ come to save this world? Or are we talking about a completely different world? Didn’t Christ call us out of this evil world? Is this world being judged today? And if not, when will this be the case? Could this be related to the resurrections? And why does the Bible speak of the resurrection of the just and of the unjust, as well as the resurrection to everlasting life, to judgment and to everlasting contempt or condemnation?

compiled by Dave Harris

“What Jesus REALLY Looked Like,” is the title of a new StandingWatch program, presented by Evangelist Norbert Link. Here is the summary:

A non-religious publication wrote in a recent article that “experts say that every image you’ve seen of Jesus is almost certainly inaccurate.” It then explains what Jesus did look like—something which the Church of God has been teaching for almost a century. In this program, we quote from the article and make additional comments, and we offer in a short video at the end of this program a free booklet on the Jesus of the Bible. We also point out that, apart from the question as to what Jesus looked like, the important question arises as to how He lived while here on earth, what He stood for, and what He taught.

“Wie Jesus WIRKLICH aussah,” is the title of a new AufPostenStehen program, presented by Norbert Link. This German program covers the same material as described above.

The memorial service for Margaret Adair will take place on Sunday, December 15, 2024. It will begin promptly at 12:45pm at Escondido Columbus Club Hall, 515 W. Valley Pkwy, Escondido CA 92025. Please contact Johanna.Link@cox.net if you want to attend.

A Tech Meeting was conducted on December 1, 2024. Hosted by Eric Rank, we reviewed booklet ad campaigns which are ongoing in English and German. 2025 Feast plans were discussed and new advertising sources were presented.

We have created a new WhatsApp channel that you can subscribe to receive information and publications from our church. Click on the link to follow us on WhatsApp.

“Ist man als wahrer Christ einsam?”, last Sabbath’s German sermonette presented by Patrick Flück, is now posted. Title in English: “Are You Lonely as A True Christian?”

“Walk the Talk,” last Sabbath’s sermonette presented by Kalon Mitchell, is now posted.

“We WILL Be Great,” last Sabbath’s sermon presented by Michael Link, is now posted. Here is the summary:

What must we do in this life to become something that this world can’t even comprehend? God has given us a gift of understanding and all the tools necessary to be what He wants us to be. What is our role and what will it take to fulfill His plan for us?

compiled by Dave Harris

The memorial service for Margaret Adair will take place on Sunday, December 15, 2024. It will begin promptly at 12:45pm at Escondido Columbus Club Hall, 515 W. Valley Pkwy, Escondido CA 92025. Please contact Johanna.Link@cox.net if you want to attend.

“Jesus Christus—unser alleiniger Heiland,” is the title of this Sabbath’s new German sermon, presented by Norbert Link. Title in English: “Jesus Christ—Our Only Savior.”

“Die Hoffnung in uns,” last Sabbath’s first split-sermon presented by Robert Muhr, is now posted. Title in English: “The Hope Within Us.”

“Wach endlich auf, Juda!” last Sabbath’s second split-sermon presented by Marc Völler, is now posted. Title in English: “Finally Wake Up, Judah!”

“Without Deceit,” last Sabbath’s sermonette presented by Paul Niehoff, is now posted. Here is the summary:

God has given us instructions to remove deceit from our lives reminding us that that is a characteristic of Satan. Jesus Christ praised Nathanael for being without deceit and the one- hundred and forty-four thousand in the book of Revelation are also described as being without deceit. Only those without deceit can be trusted to live God’s way forever.

“Jesus Christ—Our Savior,” last Sabbath’s sermon presented by Norbert Link, is now posted. Here is the summary:

The Bible tells us that we can ONLY be saved through Jesus Christ; that there is no salvation in any other. This means that we CANNOT be saved through any other means or name or religion. But in order to be saved, we must believe and follow the true Jesus Christ of the Bible. A belief in a false Jesus will not save us. What does this mean exactly? What must we believe, and what must we reject?

compiled by Dave Harris

A memorial service for Margaret Adair will be held on Sunday, December 15. The exact time and location will be announced soon. If you are interested in attending, please contact Johanna.Link@cox.net. 

“So Close to World War III,” is the title of a new StandingWatch program, presented by Evangelist Norbert Link. Here is the summary:

Nuclear World War III is coming, but not in the way most suspect. Still, the terrible recent developments involving the war between Russia and Ukraine – and the conduct of Western nations, including the USA and Britain – have brought the “spectre of a nuclear holocaust ever closer” (Daily Mail, November 19). And what can we say about “Biden’s Missile Crisis?,” as Democratic author Dennis J. Kucinich described it?

“Dem Dritten Weltkrieg sehr nahe!” is the title of a new AufPostenStehen program, presented by Norbert Link. This German program covers the same topics as described above.

A new member letter has been written by Michael Link and will be posted and sent out soon. The letter includes reports on the Feast sites in 2024 in the USA and Germany and encourages all of us to grow in faith and to rely on God in everything.

“Die letzten Worte Jesu am Kreuz,” last Sabbath’s German sermonette by Tahir Coban, is now posted. Title in English: “The Last Words of Jesus on the Cross.” 

“A Mind to Work,” last Sabbath’s sermonette presented by Eric Rank, is now posted. Here is the summary:

Even when facing opposition, we can be confident that God’s work is worth doing. In the story of Nehemiah, the Jews rebuilt the wall of Jerusalem facing ridicule and adversity. Through their perseverance, dedication, and unwavering focus, they succeeded. What can we learn from their example that can help us succeed in our endeavors?

“Why Are There Preachers?” last Sabbath’s sermon presented by Dave Harris, is now posted. Here is the summary:

Are preachers chosen by God, or can just anyone—man, woman or child—decide on their own to preach? Do preachers have a specific message to proclaim, and does God give extra power to His preachers? Also, will those who preach be held accountable for what they teach? Do Christians really need preachers?

compiled by Dave Harris

“Why Riots Against Jews in Amsterdam?” is the title of a new StandingWatch program, presented by Evangelist Norbert Link. Here is the summary:

86 years after the “Reichskristallnacht” (the “Night of Broken Glass”), when Nazis led pogroms against Jews across the German Reich, terrible atrocities against Jewish soccer fans occurred in Amsterdam, the capital of The Netherlands. These violent antisemitic attacks were apparently planned well in advance and they were carried out by a mob of local Muslims and Arabs. How could something like this happen? Who is to be blamed? Have Amsterdam and the rest of Europe become unsafe again for the Jewish people?

“Warum die Gewalt gegen Juden in Amsterdam?” is the title of a new AufPostenStehen program, presented by Norbert Link. This program covers the topic described above.

“Wie können Ihnen Dämonen erscheinen?” is the title of this coming Sabbath’s sermon, presented by Norbert Link. Title in English: “How Can Demons Appear to You?”

We have created a new WhatsApp channel that you can subscribe to receive information and publications from our church. Click on the link to follow us on WhatsApp.

“Eine zerstreute Welt,” last Sabbath’s first split sermon presented by Robert Indlekofer, is now posted. Title in English: “A Scattered World”.

“Ist Neugierde Sünde?” last Sabbath’s second split sermon presented by Norbert Link, is now posted. Title in English: “Is Curiosity a Sin?”

“Turn the Cheek,” last Sabbath’s sermonette presented by Frank Bruno, is now posted. Here is the summary:

Nearly everywhere we turn these days we see people claiming to be offended by colleagues, school mates, family, friends and even the brethren. Despite the ease of taking offense, true Christians understand the need to rely on God for the strength to turn the other cheek and avoid escalation. In this Sermonette we will consider various scriptures and examples of what true Christians must do in order to obey God and not the world.

“God is Angry,” last Sabbath’s sermon presented by Eric Rank, is now posted. Here is the summary:

If there are so many people in the world who are doing good things to help their communities demonstrating love for one another, could God really be angry enough to unleash His wrath upon the Earth as a punishment? What is it that makes God angry, and what can we do to appeal to His mercy as the Day of the Lord approaches?