I am not one who glorifies Brother Branham. That, I do not do with either Peter or Paul, but I do accept and respect God’s decisions to Whom alone belongs all the glory through Jesus Christ, our Lord. He has privileged me to recognise the day of His merciful visitation in our generation, and with thankfulness of heart I have received the messenger and believe the message as He Himself said, “Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that receiveth whomsoever I send receiveth me; and he that receiveth me receiveth him that sent me“ (Jn. 13:20). The extraordinary ministry of Brother Branham speaks for itself of his divine call and commission in this generation. Not one of the world-renowned evangelists of our time can point to a day or hour when they received a divine call. Therefore in reference to them we can only speak about a ministry, but not of a supernatural commission connected directly with the plan of salvation.

It was William Branham whom God used after World War II to bring about the breakthrough in the full Gospel revival known as the Pentecostal movement. He is also indirectly responsible, with his extra-ordinary ministry, for the coming into existence of the Full Gospel Businessmen’s Fellowship. I knew Demos Shakarian personally and spoke as a guest speaker in one of his meetings at the Clifton’s Cafeteria in Los Angeles. He was inspired through the ministry of Brother Branham. The same applies to the Charismatic movement which started with David duPlessis. He attended the historical meetings William Branham had in South Africa in 1951 and later followed the man of God to the United States and became known as »Mr. Pentecost«. I have known both of these men personally, and I have even been their interpreter. The other well-known evangelists in the healing and revival movements, if they are honest, will admit to have received their inspirations in one of Brother Branham’s meetings. In various waves these revivals have continued right into our time.

I knew Brother William Branham for ten years (1955-1965) and his outstanding ministry which could only be compared with the works of Jesus Christ and the acts of the apostles. Since I participated in the special meetings at the »Voice of healing« conference arranged by Rev. Gordon Lindsay in Dallas, Texas, in June 1958, all the sermons Brother Branham preached in the United States were sent to me in Germany, of which I have translated more than 300 into the German language. I experienced every phase of his ministry, knowing every one of his teachings, perhaps more thoroughly than anyone else. I even know the very thoughts that he wished to express in the Scriptures. His prophetic ministry was very much discussed but greatly misunderstood by the theologians of our day. They misunderstood it as did their fellow teachers in the days of our Lord Jesus Christ. The supernatural was foreign to them, because they had not personally experienced the same. But in spite of this, it was absolutely biblical and confirmed by God in an unsurpassed way. It would be my pleasure to offer to all critical ministers one cassette with the original taped message on healing services, when Brother Branham prayed for the sick and the prophetic, discernment and healing gifts were in operation.

After his sermon »Marriage and Divorce«, Brother Branham was especially criticised as it were in a cross fire, just as he had been after preaching about the Serpent’s Seed, wherein he uncovered what really happened in the Garden of Eden. It can only be said, as Peter stated on the deep things revealed to him, about the exposition Paul gave in his day, “… as also in all his epistles, speaking in them of these things, in which are some things hard to be understood, which they that are unlearned and unstable wrest, as they do also the other scriptures, unto their own destruction.“ (2 Pet. 3:16) It was always and still is, that those to whom the matter is not revealed, will pervert it to their own destruction. I am very much convinced, that a person must be honest and upright in order to understand all things the right way. Hopefully, the Lord will open the understanding of the Scripture to all. May all find what is addressed to them and line up with it as Paul has written, “Examine yourselves…“ It is only then that what was revealed will accomplish the purpose it was given for in us all.

Since the Lord spoke to me with that all-penetrating commanding voice, “…I will send you to other cities to preach My Word“, I do it under all circumstances, as Paul said, “… by honour and dishonour, by evil report and good report; as deceivers, and yet true…“ (2 Cor. 6:8). The revealed Word became a light to our feet, showing us the right way we need to go. The Bride Church now lives by every Word which God has given at this time to be our spiritual food. It is part of my ministry, to place all that Brother Branham received from the Lord into its proper and right context within the Holy Scripture. I have repeatedly been told, by ministers in various countries, that I damage my own ministry by mentioning or referring to Brother Branham. The special criticism has been, as already stated, on the Serpent’s Seed, the teachings about the Godhead, Water Baptism etc. I must stay true to my heavenly calling whatever the consequences are. Being convinced as Paul was, I must declare, “For if I yet pleased men, I should not be the servant of Christ.“ (Gal. 1:10b) For indeed as Paul, I neither received the Gospel from men nor through their teachings but by the revelation of Jesus Christ (Gal. 1:11-12).

If God separates the spirits due to and through this exposition, I cannot help it. He always separates light from darkness, right from wrong, etc. I am prepared to bear the reproach of Jesus Christ, my own and that of Brother Branham. May God give grace to each and every one, that at the Return of our beloved Lord there will not be a great disappointment because of being left behind, but on the contrary, may we participate in the great joy of all who will be in the first resurrection, and be taken up to be with the Lord for ever. That would be my reward. I do not ask for more.

God speaks in His Word to each individual personally. Therefore, everyone should read and let the contents of this exposition speak to him or her personally, do not do otherwise, such as reading to the next person and interpreting to them of what they should be doing. It is a personal matter, and if everyone agrees with what God tells him or her, all will know what to do. It is my prayer that God will use this writing to be of help to everyone so that all will benefit from it and that no misunderstanding, misconstruing will take place. That way then, it will have served its purpose. For sure, God has sent His prophet to make the way straight, to tie all loose ends together and to prepare the Bride for the coming of the Bridegroom. The grace of God be with you all, is my prayer.

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The same author has dealt withthe most important subjects the Holy Scripture speaks about. These brochures are published worldwide in many different languages and have been a lasting blessing to many people.

In this Mission Center we have also published edited sermons of William Branham, which can be sent upon request to all who desire to have them. A list of available publications can be provided.

You will be surprised to know what kind of spiritual food the dear Lord and Saviour has prepared for His Own.

If you are interested, you may write to the address listed below:

Mission Center

P. O. Box 100707

47707 Krefeld

Germany

Phone:+49-2151-545151

Fax: +49-2151-951293

E-mail: volksmission@gmx.deor

E.Frank@freie-volksmission.de

Homepage: http://www.freie-volksmission.de

© by the author and publisher E. Frank

I am not one who glorifies Brother Branham. That, I do not do with either Peter or Paul, but I do accept and respect God’s decisions to Whom alone belongs all the glory through Jesus Christ, our Lord. He has privileged me to recognise the day of His merciful visitation in our generation, and with thankfulness of heart I have received the messenger and believe the message as He Himself said, “Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that receiveth whomsoever I send receiveth me; and he that receiveth me receiveth him that sent me“ (Jn. 13:20). The extraordinary ministry of Brother Branham speaks for itself of his divine call and commission in this generation. Not one of the world-renowned evangelists of our time can point to a day or hour when they received a divine call. Therefore in reference to them we can only speak about a ministry, but not of a supernatural commission connected directly with the plan of salvation.

It was William Branham whom God used after World War II to bring about the breakthrough in the full Gospel revival known as the Pentecostal movement. He is also indirectly responsible, with his extra-ordinary ministry, for the coming into existence of the Full Gospel Businessmen’s Fellowship. I knew Demos Shakarian personally and spoke as a guest speaker in one of his meetings at the Clifton’s Cafeteria in Los Angeles. He was inspired through the ministry of Brother Branham. The same applies to the Charismatic movement which started with David duPlessis. He attended the historical meetings William Branham had in South Africa in 1951 and later followed the man of God to the United States and became known as »Mr. Pentecost«. I have known both of these men personally, and I have even been their interpreter. The other well-known evangelists in the healing and revival movements, if they are honest, will admit to have received their inspirations in one of Brother Branham’s meetings. In various waves these revivals have continued right into our time.

I knew Brother William Branham for ten years (1955-1965) and his outstanding ministry which could only be compared with the works of Jesus Christ and the acts of the apostles. Since I participated in the special meetings at the »Voice of healing« conference arranged by Rev. Gordon Lindsay in Dallas, Texas, in June 1958, all the sermons Brother Branham preached in the United States were sent to me in Germany, of which I have translated more than 300 into the German language. I experienced every phase of his ministry, knowing every one of his teachings, perhaps more thoroughly than anyone else. I even know the very thoughts that he wished to express in the Scriptures. His prophetic ministry was very much discussed but greatly misunderstood by the theologians of our day. They misunderstood it as did their fellow teachers in the days of our Lord Jesus Christ. The supernatural was foreign to them, because they had not personally experienced the same. But in spite of this, it was absolutely biblical and confirmed by God in an unsurpassed way. It would be my pleasure to offer to all critical ministers one cassette with the original taped message on healing services, when Brother Branham prayed for the sick and the prophetic, discernment and healing gifts were in operation.

After his sermon »Marriage and Divorce«, Brother Branham was especially criticised as it were in a cross fire, just as he had been after preaching about the Serpent’s Seed, wherein he uncovered what really happened in the Garden of Eden. It can only be said, as Peter stated on the deep things revealed to him, about the exposition Paul gave in his day, “… as also in all his epistles, speaking in them of these things, in which are some things hard to be understood, which they that are unlearned and unstable wrest, as they do also the other scriptures, unto their own destruction.“ (2 Pet. 3:16) It was always and still is, that those to whom the matter is not revealed, will pervert it to their own destruction. I am very much convinced, that a person must be honest and upright in order to understand all things the right way. Hopefully, the Lord will open the understanding of the Scripture to all. May all find what is addressed to them and line up with it as Paul has written, “Examine yourselves…“ It is only then that what was revealed will accomplish the purpose it was given for in us all.

Since the Lord spoke to me with that all-penetrating commanding voice, “…I will send you to other cities to preach My Word“, I do it under all circumstances, as Paul said, “… by honour and dishonour, by evil report and good report; as deceivers, and yet true…“ (2 Cor. 6:8). The revealed Word became a light to our feet, showing us the right way we need to go. The Bride Church now lives by every Word which God has given at this time to be our spiritual food. It is part of my ministry, to place all that Brother Branham received from the Lord into its proper and right context within the Holy Scripture. I have repeatedly been told, by ministers in various countries, that I damage my own ministry by mentioning or referring to Brother Branham. The special criticism has been, as already stated, on the Serpent’s Seed, the teachings about the Godhead, Water Baptism etc. I must stay true to my heavenly calling whatever the consequences are. Being convinced as Paul was, I must declare, “For if I yet pleased men, I should not be the servant of Christ.“ (Gal. 1:10b) For indeed as Paul, I neither received the Gospel from men nor through their teachings but by the revelation of Jesus Christ (Gal. 1:11-12).

If God separates the spirits due to and through this exposition, I cannot help it. He always separates light from darkness, right from wrong, etc. I am prepared to bear the reproach of Jesus Christ, my own and that of Brother Branham. May God give grace to each and every one, that at the Return of our beloved Lord there will not be a great disappointment because of being left behind, but on the contrary, may we participate in the great joy of all who will be in the first resurrection, and be taken up to be with the Lord for ever. That would be my reward. I do not ask for more.

God speaks in His Word to each individual personally. Therefore, everyone should read and let the contents of this exposition speak to him or her personally, do not do otherwise, such as reading to the next person and interpreting to them of what they should be doing. It is a personal matter, and if everyone agrees with what God tells him or her, all will know what to do. It is my prayer that God will use this writing to be of help to everyone so that all will benefit from it and that no misunderstanding, misconstruing will take place. That way then, it will have served its purpose. For sure, God has sent His prophet to make the way straight, to tie all loose ends together and to prepare the Bride for the coming of the Bridegroom. The grace of God be with you all, is my prayer.

*************

The same author has dealt with  the most important subjects the Holy Scripture speaks about. These brochures are published worldwide in many different languages and have been a lasting blessing to many people.

In this Mission Center we have also published edited sermons of William Branham, which can be sent upon request to all who desire to have them. A list of available publications can be provided.

You will be surprised to know what kind of spiritual food the dear Lord and Saviour has prepared for His Own.

If you are interested, you may write to the address listed below:

Mission Center

P. O. Box 100707

47707 Krefeld

Germany

Phone:+49-2151-545151

Fax: +49-2151-951293

E-mail: volksmission@gmx.de or

E.Frank@freie-volksmission.de 

Homepage: http://www.freie-volksmission.de 

© by the author and publisher E. Frank