Revelation 10 and the Church's History

Revelation 10 contains the seven thunders and the little book. It serves as an inset, not following a linear time sequence of the book of Revelation.

What Is the Church's Work Today (Part Three)

The primary focus at this time is the repair of the faith once delivered that has seriously deteriorated because of heresy, apostasy, and Laodiceanism.

Is There a True Church?

Many 'church of God' organizations claim to be part of—or even the only—church of God. The Bible reveals specific characteristics of God's church.

Is There a True Church?

God's true church cannot be found without revelation nor can one join the organization; God calls and places each member in its appropriate place in the Body.

"I Will Build My Church"

Although Peter was given responsibilities of leadership, as connoted from the rock imagery or symbolism, he was not granted the post of 'vicar of Christ.'

What Is the Church's Work Today (Part Two)

The easiest part of God's work is preaching the gospel to the world. Much more demanding is the feeding of the flock, producing life-changing faith.

Letters to Seven Churches (Part Ten): The Church

Ups and downs, blessings and trials, have characterized every era of the church. God's people are always battling something negative between the brief highs.

The Mystery of the Church

God desires to know whether the spiritual remnants will choose His teaching or assimilating into the world, biting and devouring one another.

Does God Care About History?

It is necessary for God's called-out ones to learn from history, realizing that two-thirds of the Bible appears in a historical context.

They Could Not Destroy It!

Miraculously, each attempt to destroy the Scriptures resulted in the printers doubling their production. Christ has always supplied the means to spread the Word.

A Distant Reflection

Considering the events and trends exhibited in the modern church of God, will it follow the disastrous example of early second-century Christianity?

The Messenger of Christ

Herbert W. Armstrong was single-minded about preaching the Gospel. The scattering of the church could have been caused by members making him a type of idol.

His Eye is On the Sparrow (Part One)

As God has His eye on the sparrow, He has had His eye on us through the entire process of scattering so the tests we have endured will bear good fruit.

Many Are Called, But Few Are Chosen (Part Six)

Like the four groups of seeds exposed to various qualities of soil, many have heard the true gospel, but few have remained faithful after the onslaught of hardship.

Many Are Called, But Few Are Chosen (Part One)

Jesus Christ warns us to hold fast to true doctrine. Secular historians help us discover the identity of the small flock repeatedly rescued from apostasy.

What's in the Bucket? (Part Two)

If the Founders of the United States had been ardent followers of Christ, they would not have legalized chattel slavery through the Constitution.

Many Are Called, But Few Are Chosen (Part Five)

We must avoid forgetting the connection between past and present, especially as our forebears had to battle outer and inner enemies of God's truth.

A Truth About Revelation 2 and 3

Most of God's church believes that the seven letters of Revelation 2-3 reveal seven church eras. However, the Bible indicates an end-time fulfillment.

A Truth About Revelation 2 and 3

In the Day of the Lord, Christ stands in the midst of all seven churches. We are to learn from the lessons from all seven, not get sidetracked by eras.

Preparing the Bride

A Statement of Purpose and beliefs of the Church of the Great God.

Guard the Truth!

The true church of God is an invisible, spiritual organism, of those people that have and are led by the Spirit of God, who hold fast to apostolic teaching.

A Search for Identity

God gave His approval for the destruction of the Worldwide Church of God into numerous groups, allowing heresies so He could see who really loves Him.

Facing Times of Stress: Persecution

Persecution involves a wide spectrum, ranging from torture, physical beating, social excommunication, imprisonment and death. Our boldness should match Paul's.

Trusting the Bible

When asked about our beliefs and the foundations of them, we should be prepared to answer these questions systematically and thoughtfully.

Many Are Called, But Few Are Chosen (Part Four)

The Arnoldists, Albigenses, Cathers, Waldensians, and the Lollards all had Sabbath-keepers in their ranks. Gradual syncretism is a pattern of church history.

Ecclesiastes Resumed (Part Seven)

God has given time to mankind as a gift, manipulating its use for us. The bad as well as the pleasant aspects of life are fashioned for our ultimate good.

Does Doctrine Really Matter? (Part Eight)

Faith is difficult enough to maintain on its own, but greatly confused when the pastor dilutes correct doctrine with 'benign' false doctrine from the world.

Why Are You Here?

God, following a pattern, routinely calls the lowly and weak to guard against pride. God will transform the weak of this world through His Holy Spirit.

Many Are Called, But Few Are Chosen (Part Three)

Christ cautions the Pergamos congregation to shun the doctrine of the Nicolaitans. The Church suffers when it harbors those who compromise and offend.

Many Are Called, But Few Are Chosen (Part Two)

Despite the Council of Laodicea's condemnation of the Sabbath, a group of believers termed Paulicians kept God's laws and resisted the heresy from Rome.

The More Things Change

We tend to think of the early Church as a 'golden age' of unity and momentum. But early church members experienced problems similar to what we face today.

Revelation 2 and 3: Eras?

The notion of church eras in Revelation 2-3 is based on some fundamental errors. Jesus expects that all of us learn from all seven letters.

Does Doctrine Really Matter? (Part Thirteen)

The elect are not immune to antinomian deception, including the doctrine of eternal security, the total depravity of man, unconditional love, and cheap grace.

Avoiding Spiritual Burnout

The inability to solve mounting cultural and social problems despite advances in technology puts a strain on anyone who cares about the consequences.

Acts (Part Twenty-Seven)