Eric and Shana Rank thank all of the brethren for their heartfelt prayers regarding the birth of their twins. They are happy to announce that their identical twin boys, Jude Everest and Milo Magnus were born into the Rank family on November 1st, 2016 at 9:52 am weighing in at 8lb 6oz and 8lb 9oz respectively.

Many of the video-recorded US and German messages for Trumpets, Atonement, the Feast of Tabernacles and the Last Great Day have been posted on the English and German websites, as well as on YouTube.

We are pleased to announce that ten people were baptized at the recent Feast of Tabernacles, which was observed in Templin, Germany.

A new German sermon for this Sabbath was recorded this week and posted on the Web. In English, the title is: “Is the Teaching of an Immortal Soul Biblical?” The German booklet on the “Theory of Evolution” and the English booklet on the “Immortal Soul” are being offered in the sermon.

Here are the dates for the remaining 2016 Fall Holy Days:

October 17 through October 23—Feast of Tabernacles
October 24—Last Great Day

“In God’s Hands,” last Sabbath’s sermonette presented by Michael Link, is now posted. Here is a summary.

Are our lives in God’s hands? Are the trials that we experience part of God’s purpose? Does God have a hand in world affairs and the leadership, and does He control what the fate of this nation and the rest of the world will be? How can we be spared from the devastation that will soon take place?

“No More Separation,” last Sabbath’s sermon presented by Norbert Link, is now posted. Here is a summary:

Christ came to reconcile us with God the Father; to break down the wall of separation between God and us; to make us one with God. But Christ did not die for us alone. He is the Savior of all of mankind. The Day of Atonement reminds us of the fact that the world is not lost; that Christ came to reconcile the world to God the Father.

A new Member Letter (October 2016) has been written and mailed to our subscribers. In this letter, Pastor Dave Harris asks Christians whether or not they are ready and watching for the return of Jesus Christ.

A brochure for the 2016 US Feast of Tabernacles has been produced and is now posted.

“Russia Threatens America with Nuclear War” is the title of a new StandingWatch program, presented by Evangelist Norbert Link. Here is a summary:

The Russian media, which is sponsored by the government, “issued a chilling warning” that nuclear war with the West “could be imminent.” We must not take these warnings lightly, because events in Russia show that Mr. Putin is very serious. According to the Bible, there WILL be a nuclear Third World War, with catastrophic consequences for the entire planet. God tells us who will be involved, as friends and as enemies.

“Increased Demonism in the USA,” is the title of another new StandingWatch program, presented by Evangelist Norbert Link. Here is a summary:

Exorcisms, demonism and paganism are on the rise in the USA, and most are totally unaware of this disturbing fact. Many engage in satanic activities, without realizing the dangers. The Telegraph published an article on September 26, 2016, reporting on these frightening developments in the USA. At the same time, Roman Catholic “exorcists” engage in equally objectionable conduct, based on wrong doctrines, ideologies and mysticism. This program shows you the deception and explains the biblical truth.

“Wie Man Gottes Heilige Feiertage Hält,” is the title of this coming Sabbath’s German sermon. It is based on the series of articles regarding the Sabbath which we published in our recent weekly Updates. Title in English: “How to Keep God’s Holy Days.”

“Gottes Feste dem Geiste nach,” is the title of the German sermon presented on the Feast of Trumpets. Title in English: “God’s Holy Days according to the Spirit.”

“Too Much Stuff,” the afternoon offertory for the Feast of Trumpets presented by Kalon Mitchell, is now posted. Here is a summary:

We live in a country that has been richly blessed over the last few decades. But as our riches have grown so has our attitude against obeying God as we have become a self-reliant people. What does God have to say on this subject? Should He be involved in how we live? What exactly is it that we are striving for?

“God’s Holy Days According to the Spirit,” the afternoon sermon for the Feast of Trumpets presented by Norbert Link, is now posted. Here is a summary:

The weekly Sabbath and the annual Holy Days are still to be observed today by true Christians, but they do so according to the Spirit, without applying the letter about sacrifices, washings and Jewish traditions. The shadow of temporary rituals is of symbolic significance for us today.

“God’s Protection,” the morning sermonette for the Feast of Trumpets presented by Eric Rank, is now posted. Here is a summary:

With so much trouble in the world today and in the future to come, mere thoughts of danger might invoke anxiety and inspire fear. However, God promises protection in the most dire of circumstances, but not to everyone. How can this divine protection from God be obtained?

“You Have Been Warned,” the morning sermon for the Feast of Trumpets presented by Dave Harris, is now posted. Here is a summary:

We grow use to warnings, and it is easy to think that they don’t really apply to us. That attitude becomes tragic when the warnings are from God—for His warnings are a matter of life and death!

“What do you Seek?,” the sermonette presented last Sabbath by Eric Rank, is now posted. Here is a summary:

If we want to find the answers that will lead us to eternal life, we need to ask the right questions. What are the kind of questions that Christians need to ask? How are we to respond once we learn the answers?  By actively seeking the will of God to be done, we will obtain the greatest gift ever offered to mankind.

“Desire Godly Vision,” the sermon presented last Sabbath by Robb Harris, is now posted. Here is a summary:

So much in this world clouds our vision to what is true and important. We can easily have our senses dulled, to the point of spiritual blindness—if we allow ourselves to seek after ungodly pursuits. We must strive to keep the beacon of God’s Truth ahead of us and guiding us always.

Here are the dates for the remaining 2016 Fall Holy Days:

October 12—Day of Atonement
October 17 through October 23—Feast of Tabernacles
October 24—Last Great Day

For your reference, here is a listing of the five Q&A’s dealing with observing the Sabbath and Holy Days:

How Are We to Keep the Sabbath? (Part 1: Working, Business and Pursuing Our Own Pleasures on the Sabbath?)

How Are We to Keep the Sabbath? (Part 2: Dining at a Restaurant on the Sabbath?)

How Are We to Keep the Sabbath? (Part 3: God’s Teaching on Church Attendance)

How Are We to Keep the Sabbath? (Part 4: Guidelines for Proper Appearance in our Worship Services)

How Are We to Keep the Sabbath? (Part 5: Proper Conduct During Church Services)

“Trump’s Birther Movement–Why It Still Matters!,” is the title of a new StandingWatch program, presented by Evangelist Norbert Link. Here is a summary:

After years of criticism, Donald Trump stated last week, without any explanation, that President Barack Obama was born in the United States. Subsequently, he seemed to reverse that statement. Serious doubts remain, and the issue is far from resolved. Why does it matter? What is the assessment of many legal scholars IF it should be shown that Mr. Obama was not born in Hawaii?

“In der Welt Habt Ihr Angst,” is the title of this Sabbath’s German sermon. Title in English: “In the World You Have Anguish.”

“Gottes Feste dem Geiste nach,” is the title of the German sermon for the Feast of Trumpets. Title in English: “God’s Holy Days According to the Spirit.”

A new German member letter by Norbert Link was sent out this week via email, comparing the horrible situation in the world with the peaceful time of the Millennium, and encouraging our members and co-workers to prepare for the annual Holy Days.

“Let Us Make Man in Our Image,” the title of last Sabbath’s sermonette presented by Norbert Link, is now posted. Here is a summary:

Why did God create man? Why did He create man in His image, according to His likeness? Who and what is God? Why are we called God’s children? What is the Kingdom of God, and how can we enter it?

“Fight Our Fears,” the title of last Sabbath’s sermon presented by Michael Link, is now posted. Here is a summary:

There are many different types of fear that people all over the world suffer from. Do we have a fear and is there anything that we fear in particular? Do we fear God and how do we fear Him? There are examples in the Bible of those who had fear but how were they able to overcome it?

Here are the dates for the 2016 Fall Holy Days:

October 3—Feast of Trumpets
October 12—Day of Atonement
October 17 through October 23—Feast of Tabernacles
October 24—Last Great Day

A Ministerial Meeting via SKYPE was conducted on Sunday morning, September 18, 2016.

We have improved our “ABOUT” tab at www.eternalgod.org for easier use. If you are curious about us, about our policies or our Statement of Beliefs, please refer to this site.

A brochure for the 2016 German Feast of Tabernacles has been produced and is now posted.

“Vermehrt sich Gott durch den Menschen? (Teil 2),” is the title of this Sabbath’s new German sermon. Title in English: “Does God Reproduce Himself Through Man? (Part 2).”

“Angels Among Us?,” the sermonette presented last Sabbath by Norbert Link, is now posted. Here is a summary:

What is the role of angels regarding Christians and their children? And what is the Church of God’s responsibility towards angels?

“Knowledge and Wisdom,” the sermon presented last Sabbath by Kalon Mitchell, is now posted. Here is a summary:

Are knowledge and wisdom the same thing? Does the Bible speak about them differently? Can we have one without the other? Why is it so important that we have both in our Christian lives? The Bible clearly defines for us what we should be looking for in both of these!

Here are the dates for the 2016 Fall Holy Days:

October 3—Feast of Trumpets
October 12—Day of Atonement
October 17 through October 23—Feast of Tabernacles
October 24—Last Great Day

A new Member Letter (September 2016) has been written and mailed to our subscribers. Pastor Rene Messier (Canada) contrasts the terrible problems of the current time with the tremendous hope that lies ahead in God’s Kingdom—reminding us of why we will soon observe the Feast of Tabernacles and Last Great Day.

“America’s Persecution of Churches,” is the title of a new StandingWatch program, presented by Evangelist Norbert Link. Here is a summary:

Do we realize that the left-liberal state- and government-sponsored agenda, supporting same-sex marriages, gay and transgender people, has been causing increased persecution of churches and Christians, with no end in sight?  Do we understand that conservatives are jumping on the same bandwagon? Schools, pastors, church teachings and church functions are under attack as never before. But God does not approve, and the Bible speaks with authority on this issue.

A Tech Team meeting was conducted on Sunday, September 11, 2016, via SKYPE. Hosted by Eric Rank, theme updates, booklet promotions and broadcast improvements were among topics discussed.

“Europe in Prophecy,” is being featured in a new booklet promotion launched earlier this week. Emails, Facebook ads, press releases and a video promo have been used. Thanks to September Danforth-Prentice for her contributions to this effort.

A new video trailer featuring our booklet, “Europe in Prophecy,” has been produced by Michael Link.

“Vermehrt sich Gott durch den Menschen? (Teil 1),” is the title of this Sabbath’s German sermon. It is the first part of a two-part series. Title in English: “Does God Reproduce Himself Through Man?” (Part 1).

“The Challenge,” the sermonette presented last Sabbath by Robb Harris, is now posted. Here is a summary:

God’s ultimate goal for each of us is to be purified and cleaned of our imperfections.  The challenge each of us must face is how we approach that purification.  We must tackle any obstacle that confronts us like David confronted Goliath–knowing God is our support.

“By Design,” the sermon presented last Sabbath by Eric Rank, is now posted. Here is a summary:

Are the universe, our personal existence, and the circumstances we encounter determined by a sequence of fortuitous random events? This is what the modern world professes, but the truth is much more sensible. The Bible clearly states that God applies His design and expresses His intention in every component of existence, great and small.

Here are the dates for the 2016 Fall Holy Days:

October 3—Feast of Trumpets
October 12—Day of Atonement
October 17 through October 23—Feast of Tabernacles
October 24—Last Great Day

On September 7, Norbert and Michael Link saw the printer to approve the mock-up version of our new booklet, “God’s Law… or God’s Grace?” Printed copies will be available at our Feast sites for those attending the Feast of Tabernacles and it is now posted on our website.

“Election Debacle for Angela Merkel… What’s Next?,” is the title of a new StandingWatch program, presented by Evangelist Norbert Link. Here is a summary:

In a catastrophic state election, Chancellor Merkel’s party (CDU) suffered a devastating defeat, while the anti-immigrant and anti-Islam party (AfD)  enjoyed an unprecedented success. Merkel is blamed for the debacle, but stubbornly refuses to change her migrant policy. Minorities are deeply concerned about the AfD, and Merkel’s Bavarian sister party (CSU) under Premier Host Seehofer is willing to even go a step further than the AfD. What does all of this mean in the light of biblical prophecy? Will emerging nationalism in Germany and Europe destroy the European unification project, or is just the opposite true?

“Nicht Aufgeben Und den Mut Verlieren,” is the title of this Sabbath’s new German sermon. Title in English: “Don’t Give Up and Lose Courage.”

“Are You A Humble Person?,” the sermonette presented last Sabbath by Dave Harris, is now posted. Here is a summary:

Humility is a growth characteristic for Christians, and it is an attitude we must choose to live by!

“Racing After Endurance,” the sermon presented last Sabbath by Robb Harris, is now posted. Here is a summary:

We are promised eternal life if we are willing to endure until the end. But what is our finish line? What part do we have in determining when our endurance is sufficient enough to please God?

Here are the dates for the 2016 Fall Holy Days:

October 3—Feast of Trumpets
October 12—Day of Atonement
October 17 through October 23—Feast of Tabernacles
October 24—Last Great Day

“God’s Law… or God’s Grace?,” our new booklet, in now posted and has been sent to our printer. Printed copies will be available for those attending the Feast of Tabernacles, and mailings will be done following the Feast to those who are on our mailing list.

“Fear of Nuclear War,” is the title of a new StandingWatch program, presented by Evangelist Norbert Link. Here is a summary:

Almost 2,000 years ago, the disciples asked Christ what would be the sign of His coming and the end of the world. Christ warned that there would be wars and rumors of wars prior to His return, and that they would increase in intensity. A website introduced ten scenarios of likely wars with devastating consequences, but they missed completely the ONE nuclear confrontation which will trigger World War III and the Great Tribulation. Why is it important that YOU and your loved ones understand?

“Die Angst vor nuklearem Weltkrieg,”  is the title of a new AufPostenStehen program, presented by Evangelist Norbert Link. This covers the same material in German as the English program described above.

“Endzeitprophezeiungen für die 12 Stämme Israels,” is the title of this Sabbath’s new German sermon. Title in English: “End-time Prophecies for the 12 Tribes of Israel.”

“Opposites Don’t Attract,” the sermonette presented last Sabbath by Michael Link, is now posted. Here is a summary:

Because of ignorance and uncertainty, thinking that “the law” has been done away with, we have what we have today: people doing as they please, keeping holidays which are not from God, abusing their bodies in ways which are shameful in God’s eyes, giving into sin and deceit, and forsaking God’s specific commands on how to live a Godly life. What does the Bible actually say when it comes to “the law” and in what way are we to do the opposite from what the world in general justifies in their own eyes?

“Holy Sabbath Convocations,” the sermon presented last Sabbath by Norbert Link, is now posted. Here is a summary:

How are we to observe the Sabbath… especially during Church services? How should our children behave? Why should they even be present in Church services?  What should they do during services? Does it make a difference whether we participate in person or over the Internet?

Here are the dates for the 2016 Fall Holy Days:

October 3—Feast of Trumpets
October 12—Day of Atonement
October 17 through October 23—Feast of Tabernacles
October 24—Last Great Day

A new Member Letter (August 2016) has been written and mailed to our subscribers. In this letter, Elder Robb Harris contrasts the Satan-inspired changes which are leading mankind further and further away from God with the inescapable fact that the Judgment of God draws near.

“God’s Law or God’s Grace?,” our newest booklet, has been sent to graphics designer Shelly Bruno for finalization and delivery to our printer. We anticipate distributing this new booklet to attendees of the Feast of Tabernacles and then to our mailing list shortly afterwards.

The Feast Sermon by Norbert Link was recorded last week and will be sent out soon to scattered brethren and groups in foreign countries. The title is: “Growth in God’s Church.”  It will be played during the Feast of Tabernacles at the US Feast site and at international locations.

“Germany in Panic Mood,” is the title of a new StandingWatch program, presented by Evangelist Norbert Link. Here is a summary:

The German government is contemplating highly unpopular measures of civil defense and military actions, due to perceived or real threats facing the country’s very existence. These measures have a direct relationship to biblical prophecy. In addition, European leaders from Germany, France and Italy are pressing ahead for increased cooperation on defense and the establishment of a European Army.

“Obama’s Flat Earth,” is the title of another new StandingWatch program, presented by Evangelist Norbert Link. Here is a summary:

Does the Obama Administration believe in a flat earth concept? If not, why this title? Could it be that their politics reflect the same kind of wrong principles which can be seen in the flat earth conspiracy?  In this program, we will give you five recent examples confirming this suspicion, from perceived misrepresentations about paying ransom money to Iran; incredible American abrogation of the Internet; broken promises to the people of Syria; absurd rulings regarding medical Marijuana; and the incompetent concept of Obamacare. But will the American people experience a substantial change in January?

“Kommunion im Neuen Testament?,” is the title of this week’s new German sermon. The sermon is based on this week’s Q&A. Title in English: “Communion in the New Testament?”

“That Your Joy May Be Full,” the sermonette presented last Sabbath by Eric Rank, is now posted. Here is a summary:

Seeking and finding happiness is a fundamental force in life, but how can this compulsion be satisfied? Where can true and lasting joy be found? The good news is that complete joy is attainable to all who choose to answer God’s calling.

“It’s the Truth!,” the sermon presented last Sabbath by Dave Harris, is now posted. Here is a summary:

In our world—this year, this month, this week, this day, right now—TRUTH has fallen, it has failed! This must not happen for Christians!

Here are the dates for the 2016 Fall Holy Days:

October 3—Feast of Trumpets
October 12—Day of Atonement
October 17 through October 23—Feast of Tabernacles
October 24—Last Great Day

A monthly Tech Team meeting was conducted on Sunday morning, August 14, 2016—via SKYPE.

“The Storm in Europe Has Just Begun!,” is the title of a new StandingWatch program, presented by Evangelist Norbert Link. Here is a summary:

What does the Bible say about Europe’s future? And how will it affect YOU personally… especially, if you live in the USA and the UK? Current developments in continental Europe show that we are nearing the prophetic crescendo just prior to Christ’s return… but most news articles do not even begin to realize what is happening, and many political speculations will prove to be erroneous.

“Unsere Kinder in der Versammlung,” is the title of the German sermon for this coming Sabbath. Title in English: “Our Children in Services.”

“Defense for the Gospel,” the sermonette presented last Sabbath by Kalon Mitchell, is now posted. Here is a summary:

Do we need to continue in preaching the Gospel? Isn’t it enough just to worry about ourselves? Is there more at stake? Could our eternal lives be in jeopardy if we are not involved in preaching the Gospel to the world? What can we expect when preaching the Gospel?

“The Love of Money,” the sermon presented last Sabbath by Norbert Link, is now posted. Here is a summary:

How does God look at money? Is He against riches? In this sermon, we will cite Scriptures which speak positively about the right use of money, but we will also address the wrong use… and that especially in the religious context.

“Warum Wird Gott Amerika Bestrafen?,” is the title of the German sermon played last Sabbath. Title in English: “Why Will God Punish America?”

Here are the dates for the 2016 Fall Holy Days:

October 3—Feast of Trumpets
October 12—Day of Atonement
October 17 through October 23—Feast of Tabernacles
October 24—Last Great Day