Nedeľa 21. Apríl 1985 10:00, Krefeld

Nedeľa 5. Január 2025 10:00, Krefeld

Short Summary

Brother Frank emphasizes the importance of divine grace, the truth of God's Word, and the necessity of living in accordance with it. He warns against false teachings and the dangers of straying from biblical truth, urging believers to remain steadfast in their faith and love for God's Word.

Detailed Summary

Detailed Summary

Introduction

  • Brother Frank begins by expressing gratitude for the indescribable grace bestowed upon believers.
  • He reflects on the moment of divine calling and the importance of responding to God's voice with faith.

The Importance of God's Word

  • Emphasizes the significance of loving and respecting God's Word as it is written, without interpretation.
  • Stresses the need for believers to have a deep-rooted gratitude for the Holy Scriptures.

Warning Against False Teachings

  • Discusses the dangers of sensationalism and false teachings within the church.
  • Highlights the importance of discernment and the role of God's Word in distinguishing truth from error.

The Role of Truth in a Believer's Life

  • Explains how divine truth, once received through revelation, remains a permanent part of a believer's life.
  • Encourages believers to live in the truth and to let it guide their actions and beliefs.

Scriptural References

  • References several scriptures to support his points, including 1 John 5:20, 2 Timothy 2:15-18, and 2 Thessalonians 2:10.
  • Uses these passages to illustrate the importance of truth, the dangers of false teachings, and the believer's responsibility to uphold the truth.

Conclusion

  • Concludes with a prayer for believers to remain steadfast in their faith, to love God's Word, and to be protected from false teachings.
  • Encourages the congregation to carry the divine truth into eternity, praising God for His grace and truth.

LESSONS – deepseek-chat

The Importance of Truth in God's Word

Takeaway: Believers must hold fast to the truth of God's Word and live in accordance with it.

Reasoning: The sermon emphasizes that divine truth, once received through revelation, remains in believers eternally and is the foundation of their faith and life.

The Danger of False Teachings

Takeaway: Believers must be vigilant against false teachings and ensure their faith is rooted in the truth of Scripture.

Reasoning: The sermon warns against the allure of sensationalism and false doctrines that lead believers away from the truth, emphasizing the need for discernment and adherence to God's Word.

The Joy of Walking in Truth

Takeaway: There is great joy and assurance in living a life that is aligned with the truth of God's Word.

Reasoning: The sermon highlights the joy that comes from knowing and walking in the truth, as it brings believers into a deeper relationship with God and ensures their eternal security.

The Responsibility to Uphold the Truth

Takeaway: Believers have a responsibility to uphold and defend the truth of God's Word in a world that often rejects it.

Reasoning: The sermon underscores the duty of believers to stand firm in the truth, to correct those in error with gentleness, and to live lives that reflect the truth of the Gospel.

SCRIPTURES

  • 3Jo 1:1 Das da von Anfang war, das wir gehöret haben, das wir gesehen haben mit unsern Augen, das wir beschauet haben, und unsere Hände betastet haben, vom Wort des Lebens
    3Jo 1:2 (und das Leben ist erschienen, und wir haben gesehen und zeugen und verkündigen euch das Leben, das ewig ist, welches war bei dem Vater und ist uns erschienen);
    3Jo 1:3 was wir gesehen und gehöret haben: das verkündigen wir euch, auf daß auch ihr mit uns Gemeinschaft habet, und unsere Gemeinschaft sei mit dem Vater und mit Sohn, JEsu Christo.
    3Jo 1:4 Und solches schreiben wir euch, auf daß eure Freude völlig sei.
  • 2Jo 1:1 Simon Petrus, ein Knecht und Apostel JEsu Christi: Denen, die mit uns eben denselbigen teuren Glauben überkommen haben in der Gerechtigkeit, die unser GOtt gibt und der Heiland JEsus Christus.
    2Jo 1:2 GOtt gebe euch viel Gnade und Frieden durch die Erkenntnis Gottes und JEsu Christi, unsers HErrn!
    2Jo 1:3 Nachdem allerlei seiner göttlichen Kraft (was zum Leben und göttlichen Wandel dienet) uns geschenket ist durch die Erkenntnis des, der uns berufen hat durch seine Herrlichkeit und Tugend,
    2Jo 1:4 durch welche uns die teuren und allergrößten Verheißungen geschenket sind, nämlich daß ihr durch dasselbige teilhaftig werdet der göttlichen Natur, so ihr fliehet die vergängliche Lust der Welt:
  • Joh 8:45 Ich aber, weil ich die Wahrheit sage, so glaubet ihr mir nicht.
    Joh 8:46 Welcher unter euch kann mich einer Sünde zeihen? So ich euch aber die Wahrheit sage, warum glaubet ihr mir nicht?
    Joh 8:47 Wer von GOtt ist, der höret Gottes Wort. Darum höret ihr nicht; denn ihr seid nicht von GOtt.
  • Joh 17:17 Heilige sie in deiner Wahrheit; dein Wort ist die Wahrheit.

POWERFUL QUOTES

  • "The indescribable grace that has been bestowed upon us all.""
  • "Suddenly, the hour of God was there and it happened.""
  • "The greatest of all facts is that He has preserved us in His Word in truth until now and will preserve us until the end.""
  • "The truth of God, entrusted to the people of God and given by revelation, remains with the church.""
  • "God has revealed Himself to His people in such a wonderful way in this time.""

PLACES

  • West Coast of America Described as the most densely populated area of full gospel believers in the world, where Brother Branham's ministry found particular resonance. Country: United States, Continent: North America

LOCATIONS

  • San Diego Brother Frank mentions a former actress turned evangelist in San Diego who charged $180,000 a year for her services, highlighting the commercialization of faith. Country: United States, Continent: North America

PEOPLE

  • Brother Branham Brother Frank references Brother Branham's ministry, noting its significant impact on the West Coast of America, particularly among believers of the full gospel.

TESTIMONIES

  • Speaker reflects on the time it took for God's hour to come, emphasizing the suddenness of God's timing in his life and others' lives, leading to their opening up to God's voice and believing in Him.
  • Speaker expresses deep gratitude for the greatest of all facts that God has preserved them in His Word in truth until now and will preserve them until the end.
  • Speaker mentions encountering teachings that contradict the Bible, such as the claim that Christ is already here and we are only waiting for the transformation, which led to a renewed gratitude for the truth of God's Word.
  • Speaker shares his commitment to leave everything aside to focus on what God has left for us, emphasizing the importance of going into the Holy Scripture to help people and answer their questions.
  • Speaker reflects on the joy of hearing that his spiritual children walk in truth, emphasizing the importance of truth and love in the life of a believer.

EMPHASIZED TOPICS

  • The Importance of God's Word The indescribable grace that has been given to us, to love the Word of God deeply and sincerely, to have respect for His Word and to leave it as it was written, without interpreting.|The absolute gratitude for this Holy Scripture is deeply rooted in my soul.
  • The Truth of God's Word We are in the Truthful One, in His Son Jesus Christ. This is the true God and eternal life.|The truth of God, which has taken possession of us, has become a divine component of our divine life.
  • The Danger of False Teachings People live as if there were no judgment, as if one did not have to appear before the Lord one day.|Many are led astray in their faith when untruths regarding biblical teachings and events are proclaimed.
  • The Joy of Walking in Truth There is no greater joy for me than to hear from my children that they are walking in the truth.|Our joy and confidence should be that we have remained in the truth of His Word and walk in it.
  • The Call to Vigilance and Discernment We must be vigilant, standing under the guidance of the Holy Spirit, which will always be according to His Word.|With every unbiblical teaching, there is a lack of sobriety. People who fall into unbiblical teachings become irrational.

SPIRITUAL TOPICS

  • The Grace of God Brother Frank emphasizes the indescribable grace bestowed upon us by God, highlighting the importance of recognizing and being thankful for this grace in our lives.
  • The Importance of God's Word The sermon stresses the significance of loving and respecting God's Word, adhering to it as written without interpretation, and the divine truth it contains.
  • The Truth of God Brother Frank discusses the concept of divine truth, its permanence in believers, and the joy and responsibility of walking in this truth.
  • The Danger of False Teachings The sermon warns against the dangers of false teachings and the importance of discerning truth from error, emphasizing the need for divine revelation to understand God's Word.
  • The Love for Truth Brother Frank speaks about the necessity of having a love for the truth, which is a personal component of a believer's life, and the joy that comes from walking in this truth.
  • The Assurance of Salvation The sermon concludes with the assurance of salvation for those who are chosen by God, sanctified by the Spirit, and believe in the truth, emphasizing the eternal nature of God's truth in believers.

NON SPIRITUAL TOPICS

  • Evangelist's lifestyle and financial practices Brother Frank discusses a former actress turned evangelist in San Diego who charged significant amounts for her services and had a large following, questioning the integrity and motives behind such practices.
  • Media and public perception The speaker mentions an article from the 'Time' magazine dated April 22, highlighting how public figures in the spiritual realm are portrayed and perceived by the media and the public.
  • Cultural practices in religious gatherings Brother Frank critiques the cultural practices within certain religious gatherings, such as the emphasis on appearance and the creation of a specific atmosphere to attract followers, rather than focusing on the spiritual message.