November 27, 1985 19:30, Krefeld

February 19, 2025 19:30, Krefeld

Short Summary

Brother Frank reflects on the significance of God's word, the importance of faith, and the need for the Holy Spirit to create divine life within believers. He touches on the imminence of the Lord's return and the importance of prayer and reliance on God's grace.

Detailed Summary

Brother Frank discusses the challenging nature of God's word, referencing Joh 6:60, where many disciples found Jesus' teachings offensive. He emphasizes that the chosen ones rejoice when God speaks and are not offended by His words. He highlights the importance of the Spirit in creating life, contrasting it with the futility of the flesh. He shares a personal experience of witnessing to a Jewish man on a flight, underscoring the possibility of personal encounters with God. Brother Frank speaks on the signs of the Lord's return, mentioning global events and alluding to 1Th 5, where the talk of peace and security will precede sudden destruction. He references a prophecy by Brother Branham about Russia's future role. He stresses the need for both the Word and the Spirit, cautioning against a focus on one without the other. He encourages believers to not be among those who cannot believe, referencing Judas' betrayal. He shares an anecdote about a man who was tormented by thoughts of being like Judas but was reminded that he was more like Peter, who denied Christ but was forgiven. He concludes by inviting a brother to lead in prayer for those seeking God's blessing and intervention.

LESSONS – gemini-2.0-flash-001

The Offense of God's Word

Takeaway: The elect do not stumble at God's words but rejoice when God speaks and reveals what is pleasing to Him.

Reasoning: True believers do not murmur or stumble when walking in the light, but find joy in God's revelations.

The Necessity of the Spirit

Takeaway: Divine life can only be created in us by God through the Word and the Spirit.

Reasoning: All human effort is destined to fail; only God can create divine life within us through His Spirit.

The Importance of Both Word and Spirit

Takeaway: Both the Word and the Spirit must be present for true spiritual life.

Reasoning: The charismatic movement seeks movement and life without the Word, but both are essential.

Steadfast Belief

Takeaway: We must not be among those who cannot believe, but remain firm in our faith.

Reasoning: Doubt and despair are tools of the enemy to destroy us; we are called to be brought from death to life by God.

The Nearness of the Lord's Return

Takeaway: Be vigilant and recognize the signs of the times, understanding that the Lord's return is imminent.

Reasoning: Current events and prophecies indicate that the return of the Lord is near, urging believers to be prepared and watchful.

Remaining with the Words of Eternal Life

Takeaway: We must remain with the words of the Lord, even if we seem backward to others.

Reasoning: Even if we seem a little behind, we want to move forward with the Lord, desiring the work of God in truth and faithfulness.

SCRIPTURES

  • Joh 6:60 Viele nun seiner Jünger, die das höreten, sprachen: Das ist eine harte Rede, wer kann sie hören?
  • Joh 5:24 Wahrlich, wahrlich, ich sage euch: Wer mein Wort höret und glaubet dem, der mich gesandt hat, der hat das ewige Leben und kommt nicht in das Gericht, sondern er ist vom Tode zum Leben hindurchgedrungen.

POWERFUL QUOTES

  • "Er hat sich noch nicht geändert, wir sind vor ihm offenbar und können nichts verbergen.""
  • "Die Auserwählten, sie stoßen sich nicht an die Worte ihres Gottes, sondern sie erfreuen sich, wenn Gott redet.""
  • "Die Worte, die ich zu euch geredet habe, sind Geist und sind Leben.""
  • "Göttliches Leben kann nur Gott in uns schaffen. Durch das Wort und den Geist.""
  • "Wenn es für dich keinen persönlichen Gott gibt, das bedeutet noch lange nicht, dass es ihn für mich nicht gibt.""
  • "Wenn es einen Gott gibt, dann hat er auch das, was unserem Volk widerfahren ist, in seinem Plan gehabt.""
  • "Es muss einfach dahin kommen. Daran führt kein einziger Weg vorbei.""
  • "Wir sind hier, um von Gott aus dem Tode ins Leben hinübergebracht zu werden.""
  • "Ohne Glauben ist es unmöglich, Gott zu gefallen. Aber mit Glauben werden wir vorwärtsgehen können.""
  • "Wir danken dir für Bruder Branham, der dein Wort neu auf die Leuchte gestellt hat, kompromisslos durch Offenbarung des Geistes verkündigen durfte.""
  • "Der Geist ist es, der das Wort nimmt und göttliches Leben in uns aus Gnaden schafft.""
  • "Wir möchten erleben, was wir in der Schrift lesen.""

PLACES

  • USA Brother Frank flew through half of the USA with a Jewish man. Country: , Continent:
  • Israel Mentioned as the place where Russia will meet its end, specifically in the valley of Megiddo. Country: , Continent:
  • Mountains of Israel The location where Russia will meet its end. Country: , Continent:
  • Valley of Megiddo The location where Russia will meet its end. Country: , Continent:

LOCATIONS

  • New York Brother Frank witnessed and heard about events in New York. Country: , Continent:
  • Kansas City Brother Frank flew from Kansas City to New York. Country: , Continent:
  • Geneva Brother Frank mentions events that took place in Geneva. Country: , Continent:

PEOPLE

  • Jesus The central figure of Christian faith, whose words are spirit and life.
  • Gorbachev Mentioned in the context of his efforts towards peace and disarmament.
  • Brother Branham Cited for his prophecy about Russia destroying America.
  • Moses Mentioned in connection with the prophecy of scattering and regathering the people of Israel.
  • David His personal relationship with God as his shepherd is highlighted.
  • Judas Referenced as an example of unbelief and betrayal.
  • Peter Contrasted with Judas to illustrate the difference between denial and betrayal.
  • Brother Schmidt Mentioned in reference to a loss of trust in the system.
  • Brother from Italy Mentioned as someone who called with prayer requests.

TESTIMONIES

  • USA, from Kansas City to New York Brother Frank shared his testimony and read scriptures with a Jewish man on a flight, discussing the concept of a personal God and prophecies related to the Messiah. A Jewish man

EMPHASIZED TOPICS

  • The Importance of the Holy Spirit and the Word Der Geist ist es, der das Leben schafft, das Fleisch hilft nichts.|Die Worte, die ich zu euch geredet habe, sind Geist und sind Leben.
  • The Nearness of the Lord's Return Dinge geschehen, die uns die Wiederkunft des Herrn ganz, ganz nahe vor Augen führen.|ich gehöre zu denen, die glauben, dass die Wiederkunft des Herrn nahe bevorsteht.
  • The Nature of True Believers Aber die Auserwählten, sie stoßen sich nicht an die Worte ihres Gottes, sondern sie erfreuen sich, wenn Gott redet.|Aber die wahren Anbeter, die wahrhaftigen Gläubigen, sie werden nicht murren, sie werden sich nicht stoßen, wenn sie im Lichte wandeln, können sie sich nicht stoßen.
  • Personal Relationship with God David hat schon gesagt, der Herr ist mein Hirte, nicht ein Hirte, mein Hirte.|wenn es für dich keinen persönlichen Gott gibt, das bedeutet noch lange nicht, dass es ihn für mich nicht gibt.
  • The Importance of Faith Ohne Glauben ist es unmöglich, Gott zu gefallen.|Wir sind hier, weil wir glauben, stimmt es oder nicht? Wenn wir nicht glauben würden, wären wir nicht hier.

SPIRITUAL TOPICS

  • Murmuring and Stumbling at God's Word Many may stumble or murmur at God's word, but the elect rejoice when God speaks and reveals what is pleasing to Him. True believers do not stumble when walking in the light.
  • God's Knowledge of Hearts God knows the hearts of people, whether they believe or not, and nothing can be hidden from Him. He knows everyone from the beginning.
  • The drawing of God We are grateful that God has drawn us to Him, without which we could not come on our own.
  • Peace and Security When people say, 'Peace and security,' sudden destruction will come upon them, as labor pains upon a pregnant woman, and they will not escape.
  • Fulfillment of Prophecy God's word through the prophets must be fulfilled, including the destruction of America by Russia, as prophesied by Brother Branham.
  • The Return of the Lord The speaker believes that the return of the Lord is near and that God will reveal Himself once more, as the brothers experienced in the beginning.
  • Words of Eternal Life The speaker emphasizes the importance of staying with the words of the Lord, who has the words of eternal life.
  • The Spirit Gives Life The Spirit gives life, and the flesh profits nothing. Divine life can only be created by God in us through the Word and the Spirit. All own will and doing is doomed to failure.
  • Personal God The speaker testifies to a personal encounter with the Lord, emphasizing that the Lord is 'my shepherd,' not just 'a shepherd.'
  • God's Plan and the State of Israel Even the events of the Third Reich and the Holocaust were part of God's plan, leading to the creation of the State of Israel.
  • The Messiah and the Jewish People The speaker discusses the Jewish view of the Messiah and shares how prophecies in Sacharja were fulfilled in Jesus Christ, though a veil still covers their eyes.
  • The Importance of Prayer The speaker encourages opening oneself before the Lord so that the Spirit of God can descend and penetrate us, and that the blessing of God can be fully granted.
  • The Harmony of Word and Spirit Both the Word and the Spirit are necessary. The words of the Lord are Spirit and are life, and the Spirit takes the Word and creates divine life in us out of grace.
  • Belief and Unbelief It is crucial to believe and not be among those who cannot believe, as mentioned in John 6:64, which ultimately leads to betrayal like Judas.
  • The Enemy's Tactics The enemy seeks to destroy and bring despair, but believers are called to be brought from death to life by God, as stated in Janus 5:24.
  • The Power of Faith Without faith, it is impossible to please God, but with faith, we can move forward and honor God.
  • The Importance of Intercessory Prayer The speaker emphasizes the value of having a brother with the gift of faith to pray for others, encouraging everyone to participate and not be concerned about what others think.
  • Gratitude and Supplication The prayer expresses gratitude for God's word, grace, redemption, and servants, and it seeks blessings, guidance, and help for various needs and concerns.

NON SPIRITUAL TOPICS

  • Earthquake Reference to an earthquake impacting 25,000 people.
  • Political situation involving Gorbatschow Discussion of Gorbatschow's intentions regarding peace and disarmament, and the potential reactions of other nations.
  • Potential Destruction of America by Russia Reference to a prophecy by Brother Branham about Russia destroying America, resulting in 'Schutt und Asche' (rubble and ashes).
  • Geopolitical alignment Mention of a 'direct Dreigang, neues Dreieck, Amerika, Rom und dann Hermagedon', suggesting a geopolitical alignment leading to Armageddon.
  • Travel experience Brother Frank recounts a conversation with a Jewish man on a flight from Kansas City to New York.

SUPERNATURAL EXPERIENCES

  • Brother Branham, der dein Wort neu auf die Leuchte gestellt hat, kompromisslos durch Offenbarung des Geistes verkündigen durfte. brother Frank thanks God for brother Branham, who was allowed to proclaim God's word in a new light, uncompromisingly through the revelation of the Spirit.