April 18, 1965 19:00, Jeffersonville

February 22, 2025 19:30, Jeffersonville

Short Summary

Brother Frank's sermon, based on 4Mo 22:31, discusses God's unchanging nature and warns against the dangers of organized religion, using examples from the Bible such as Bileam and the Israelites. He emphasizes the importance of following God's perfect will over His permissive will and remaining faithful to God's original word.

Detailed Summary

Brother Frank's sermon uses 4Mo 22:31 as its text, exploring the theme of whether God ever changes His mind. He argues against the idea that God alters His word, using Bileam's story as a case study. Brother Frank draws parallels between the Israelites' journey from Egypt and the church's journey to the millennial kingdom, contrasting the spiritual church (Israel) with the organized, worldly church (Moab). He critiques organized religion, highlighting its tendency towards rivalry, imitation, and compromise with worldly values. He uses examples like Cain and Abel, Moses and Korah, and Judas and Jesus to illustrate the conflict between the spiritual and the natural. Brother Frank emphasizes the importance of revelation and faith over human works and reason. He warns against seeking worldly success and recognition, urging listeners to prioritize God's perfect will, even if it means foregoing worldly advantages. The sermon concludes with a call to remain faithful to God's original word and avoid the pitfalls of compromise and worldly influence, referencing the great whore of Offb 17 and the dangers of mixing spiritual and worldly values.

LESSONS – gemini-1.5-flash

God's Unchanging Word

Takeaway: God does not change His mind concerning His Word; His promises are sure.

Reasoning: Brother Frank uses the example of Balaam, who was a prophet of God, yet attempted to disobey God's command not to curse Israel. Despite Balaam's initial attempt to circumvent God's will, God's ultimate plan remained unchanged.

The Danger of Organized Religion

Takeaway: Organized religion often hinders the work of the Holy Spirit and leads to compromise with the world.

Reasoning: Brother Frank contrasts the spiritual community (Israel) with the organized nation of Moab, arguing that organized religion, represented by Moab, often prioritizes human traditions and structures over God's direct guidance. He uses examples from the Old Testament to illustrate this point.

The Conflict Between the Spiritual and the Natural

Takeaway: There is an inherent conflict between the spiritual and the natural, often manifested as jealousy and rivalry.

Reasoning: Brother Frank draws parallels between various biblical figures (Cain and Abel, Moses and Korah, Judas and Jesus) to demonstrate the ongoing tension between those who follow God's spiritual guidance and those who rely on their own understanding and human systems. This conflict is rooted in envy and a desire for recognition.

Obedience Over Works

Takeaway: Obedience to God's word is more important than outward displays of piety or religious activity.

Reasoning: Brother Frank emphasizes that following God's commands, even when difficult, is more valuable than performing religious rituals or seeking worldly approval. He uses the example of Balaam, who possessed spiritual gifts but ultimately failed to obey God's clear instruction.

God's Perfect and Permissive Will

Takeaway: God has a perfect will and a permissive will. While He may permit actions that are not His perfect will, His ultimate plan remains unchanged.

Reasoning: Brother Frank explains that God may allow people to follow their own paths, even if those paths deviate from His perfect will. However, His ultimate plan and promises will always be fulfilled. He uses the example of God's allowance of human reproduction after the fall, despite it not being His original intention.

The Importance of Discernment

Takeaway: Christians must discern between true spiritual guidance and worldly influence.

Reasoning: Brother Frank warns against the dangers of compromising with worldly systems and prioritizing human traditions over God's word. He encourages believers to remain steadfast in their faith and to resist the temptation to seek worldly approval or success.

SCRIPTURES

  • 4Mo 22:31 Da öffnete der HErr Bileam die Augen, daß er den Engel des HErrn sah im Wege stehen und ein bloß Schwert in seiner Hand; und neigete und bückte sich mit seinem Angesicht.

TESTIMONIES

  • Not specified Brother Frank’s Baptist preacher prophesied that he would speak to the post in a church, pray for kings and dignitaries, and speak to the masses. He also prophesied about the topic of divine healing and Brother Frank’s ability to withstand scrutiny from dignitaries and scholars. Brother Frank|Baptist preacher
  • Not specified The prophecies given to Brother Frank by his Baptist preacher came to pass. Brother Frank
  • Not specified Brother Frank recounts a personal experience with divine healing, stating that God promised him gifts and that they were fulfilled. He acknowledges not knowing how it happened, but that it did. Brother Frank
  • Not specified Brother Frank mentions God’s provision through ravens bringing food to Elijah as an example of God’s provision, even in seemingly impossible ways. Brother Frank|ravens
  • Not specified Brother Frank testifies to his personal salvation, stating 'He saved me'. Brother Frank

EMPHASIZED TOPICS

  • God's Unchanging Word Ändert Gott je seinen Sinn über sein Wort?|Gott ändert niemals seinen Sinn|Gott wird seinen ursprünglichen Plan niemals ändern|sein Wort bleibt bestehen|Gott wird sein Wort nie ändern
  • The Conflict Between the Spiritual and the Natural Church der größte Feind der Gläubigen in der heutigen Zeit sind die organisierten Gemeinden|Niemals hat Gott je zu irgendeiner Zeit eine organisierte Gemeinde anerkannt|Wenn das Menschliche mit dem Geistlichen zusammentrifft, gibt es einen Zusammenstoß|eine menschliche Denomination und eine geistliche Braut Christi
  • The Dangers of Organized Religion der größte Feind der Gläubigen in der heutigen Zeit sind die organisierten Gemeinden|Niemals hat Gott je zu irgendeiner Zeit eine organisierte Gemeinde anerkannt| jedes Mal, wenn Menschen eine Organisation machten, Wichtergeist Gottes und kehrte nie wieder zurück
  • Obedience over Works Dem Gehorsam seinem Worte gegenüber ist besser als Opfer|Wir müssen uns seinem Worte ergeben und es nicht in Frage stellen, sondern danach handeln|versucht nicht, um das Wort Gottes herumzukommen, irgend auf einem anderen Wege
  • Balaam as a Type of Modern-Day False Teachers Viele sind davon da|Oh, wie viele Bileams haben wir heute in der Welt|So viele tun das heute|Wie viel Bileams sehen wir in der heutigen Zeit?

SPIRITUAL TOPICS

  • God's Unchanging Word Brother Frank asserts that God does not change His mind concerning His word, using the example of Balaam, who was a prophet of the Lord, and his encounter with the angel of the Lord. Despite receiving divine instruction, Balaam attempted to circumvent God's will due to his own desires and the influence of others. This illustrates that while God may allow individuals to deviate from His perfect will, He remains steadfast in His promises.
  • The Conflict Between the Natural and Spiritual Brother Frank draws parallels between the Old Testament and the New Testament, comparing the natural church (represented by Moab) with the spiritual church (represented by Israel). He highlights the recurring conflict between the natural and spiritual realms, exemplified by Cain and Abel, Moses and Korah, and Judas and Jesus. This conflict stems from envy and a desire to emulate spiritual achievements through human means, rather than through divine revelation.
  • The Importance of Divine Revelation Brother Frank emphasizes the significance of divine revelation as the foundation of true faith. He uses the example of Peter's confession of Jesus as the Christ, highlighting that this understanding came not from human reasoning but from divine revelation. He contrasts this with Cain's offering, which, though made to the same God, was rejected due to a lack of understanding based on divine revelation.
  • The Dangers of Organized Religion Brother Frank cautions against organized religion, arguing that God has never recognized organized churches throughout history. He uses Moab as a type of organized religion, noting that while they practiced the same religion as Israel, they lacked the true understanding of God's word and ultimately rejected the Messiah. He warns against the dangers of organized churches uniting under the mark of the beast.
  • God's Perfect and Permitted Will Brother Frank distinguishes between God's perfect will and His permitted will. He explains that while God may permit actions that are not in alignment with His perfect will, His blessings may still be present. He uses the example of God permitting human procreation after the fall, even though it was not His original plan. He also uses the example of God giving the law to Israel, despite it not being His perfect will, resulting in the people being cursed under the law.
  • The Dangers of Compromise Brother Frank warns against compromising God's word for personal gain or worldly acceptance. He uses Balaam's story as an example, where Balaam, despite knowing God's will, sought to appease Balak and curse Israel. He also discusses the dangers of compromising biblical principles for the sake of organizational unity, referencing the Council of Nicaea and the subsequent development of the Roman Catholic Church.
  • The Importance of Obedience to God's Word Brother Frank stresses the importance of unwavering obedience to God's word. He contrasts the obedience of Moses, who followed God's instructions precisely, with the disobedience of Balaam, who sought to find loopholes to justify his actions. He emphasizes that true faith is not based on personal experiences or interpretations, but on complete submission to God's revealed word.
  • Spiritual Gifts and Their Proper Use Brother Frank addresses the use of spiritual gifts, such as healing and prophecy. He warns against using these gifts for personal gain or worldly recognition, emphasizing that they should be used solely within the context of God's perfect will. He uses Balaam as an example of someone who misused his prophetic gift for personal ambition.
  • The Nature of True Faith Brother Frank defines true faith as unwavering belief in God's word, even in the absence of tangible evidence. He contrasts this with the faith of Thomas, who required physical proof before believing in the resurrection. He emphasizes that true faith is not based on personal experiences or feelings, but on the acceptance of God's revealed truth.
  • The Judgment of God Brother Frank discusses God's judgment, emphasizing that it is based on obedience to His word, not on outward appearances or worldly success. He uses the examples of Balaam and Israel's failures in the wilderness to illustrate the consequences of disobedience. He warns against the dangers of compromising God's word for the sake of worldly acceptance or success.

MARRIAGE

  • Marriage Brother Frank mentions that Israelites in the desert married and that this was permitted by God, although not His perfect will. He also uses the example of Israelites marrying Midianite women, resulting in a plague upon the people. He states that false teachers cause God's church to be weakened through intermarriage.
    • "Kommt heraus, sondert euch ab, spricht der Herr."
    • "Rührt nichts Unreines an."