Subject The Word of prophecy is a Word of promise No 3
December 05, 1982 14:30
Missions-Zentrum, Krefeld, Germany
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Brother Frank emphasizes the importance of recognizing God's prophetic word in the current era, urging believers to open their hearts and not harden them. He discusses how biblical prophecies are being fulfilled in world events, Israel, and the church, and encourages listeners to examine themselves in light of God's word, seeking to please Him and experience His presence.
Brother Frank begins by expressing gratitude and leading the congregation in a reading from Psalm 95, emphasizing the need to approach God with open hearts and praise. He highlights that men of God in the past acted according to God's word and that we live in a prophetic time where God provides guidance. He warns against merely reciting "Jesus is Lord" without true understanding and revelation. He references Revelation 1 and 19, discussing John's exile on Patmos for the sake of God's word and the testimony of Jesus, which is the spirit of prophecy. Brother Frank references Lukas 24, where Jesus explains to his disciples how the scriptures pointed to him. He asserts that the current time is under prophetic pronouncements in every way, referencing 1. Timotheus 4 and 2. Timotheus 3 to describe the characteristics of the last days, including the rise of deceptive teachings and moral decay. He urges self-examination in light of these prophecies. He contrasts the world's solutions with God's solution, emphasizing that God's word will be fulfilled despite political efforts. He references 1. Mose 12 and 26, highlighting God's blessings on those who follow His word, such as Abraham and Isaac. He concludes by encouraging believers to seek an experience with God, not just to hear His word, and to expect the fulfillment of His promises, referencing the story of Zacharias in the temple. He emphasizes that God wants to bring people out of condemnation and into blessing, urging them to believe in the completed work of Christ on the cross and to personally experience it. He references Petrus and the importance of heeding the prophetic word. He references Jeremia and the current state of the world. He references Maria, Sacharjas, Simeon and Hannah as examples of people who praised God. He closes by encouraging the congregation to give thanks for God's revelation and guidance in these times.