Topic: John 12:21: We would like to see Jesus!
December 28, 1991 19:30
Missions-Zentrum, Krefeld, Germany
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Brother Frank's sermon on December 28, 1991, emphasizes gratitude to God, welcomes international visitors, and reflects on contemporary events in light of biblical prophecy. He discusses a trip to Poland, the reunification of Europe, and the importance of adhering to the original Word of God, while warning against the dangers of denominationalism and the doctrine of the Trinity. The sermon concludes with a call to seek a personal experience with Jesus and to lead others to Him.
Detailed Sermon Summary
Introduction:
- Brother Frank begins by expressing gratitude to God and welcoming visitors from various European countries.
- He references scripture about approaching God with thanksgiving.
Experiences in Poland:
- Brother Frank recounts a trip to Poland with Brother Kupka and Brother Menert, where they spoke at a priest seminary and a Baptist church.
- He shares an experience of giving a live television interview where he spoke about the fulfillment of Matthew 24:14 with the fall of European borders, emphasizing the end times.
- He highlights the impact of their message, noting both interest and resistance to their teachings.
Observations on World Events:
- Brother Frank reflects on the changes in Europe and the Soviet Union, referencing Gorbachev's handover of the nuclear codes to Yeltsin.
- He connects these events to biblical prophecy, particularly the nations breaking and Israel awakening.
- He notes the sentiment of peace and safety, cautioning against the sudden destruction foretold in the Bible.
Critique of Denominationalism and the Trinity:
- Brother Frank addresses a congress in Nuremberg where Pentecostals, Catholics, and others united around the doctrine of the Trinity.
- He critiques the concept of the Trinity as unbiblical and hearkening back to ancient paganism, emphasizing that the term does not appear in the Bible.
- He recalls Brother Branham's statement that all denominations, including organized Pentecostalism, are antichrist movements.
- He discusses the formation of denominations from initial revival movements into rigid organizations, contrasting this with God's continued progression.
The Importance of Personal Experience with Christ:
- Brother Frank references the story of a half-blind, black man in Los Angeles who was the first to be truly baptized in the Spirit in the United States.
- He recounts a vision given to Brother Branham, instructing him to avoid both Trinitarian and Unitarian groups but to minister to people from both sides.
- He stresses the importance of not judging individuals within systems but critiquing the systems themselves.
The Word of God and Current Criticism:
- Brother Frank laments the blasphemous portrayal of Jesus in a German magazine and similar sentiments in an American publication.
- He affirms the truth of Christ's birth, death, and resurrection, regardless of human criticism.
- He criticizes theologians who cast doubt on these truths.
Seeking Jesus:
- Brother Frank references John 12:21, where Greeks ask to see Jesus, emphasizing that the purpose of gathering is to seek a personal experience with Him.
- He connects this to 2 Corinthians 5:17-19, highlighting that in Christ, one is a new creation.
- He emphasizes that true joy comes from seeing the Savior.
Final Exhortation:
- Brother Frank encourages listeners to examine themselves and turn away from their own ways to follow God.
- He urges them to seek Jesus and to lead others to Him, emphasizing that conversion is not merely accepting a doctrine but turning to God.
- He concludes with a prayer for God's presence, freedom in the Spirit, and the confirmation of His Word.