Understanding the Worldwide Church of God Apostasy & “Splinters”
Aug 23, 2008
CHURCH OF GOD News
New Video: Today’s “Evil Men and Seducers” Exposed!
Mr. David Pack opens this potent, eye-opening warning with, “This special video is prepared for all with a Worldwide Church of God background. It is graphic—parts of it are shocking—and its contents are destined to become a topic of intense debate. Unlike anything you have heard since the apostasy, it could be among the most important minutes you will spend for the rest of your life. The message builds in stages, so do not let yourself stop short of hearing it all, whether in one sitting or in segments. Listen carefully.”
We have also posted videos introducing these books:
• The Government of God – Understanding Offices and Duties (19:01)
• The Work of God – Its Final Chapter! (28:39)
• I Will Send Elijah to Restore All Things (24:49)
• Should Accusers Be Answered? (17:57)
“Evil Men and Seducers” Video Coming Soon
More Videos Released!
In the past week, several more video introductions have been released to the public, including The Bible’s Difficult Scriptures Explained!, Train Your Children God’s Way, and Dating and Courtship – God’s Way. In addition, the America and Britain in Prophecy video has been expanded. Since mid-June, thousands have watched these videos, and requested the books.
All with a Church of God background: Mr. Pack has produced an urgent video introducing “Anoint Your Eyes” – Christ’s Warning to His People. Watch this video—you will be glad you did! (The Government of God – Understanding Offices and Duties video appears next week.)
Click to watch powerful new videos:
• The Bible’s Difficult Scriptures Explained! (3:43)
• Train Your Children God’s Way (3:39)
• Dating and Courtship – God’s Way (3:16)
• America and Britain in Prophecy (3:51)
• “ANOINT YOUR EYES” – Christ’s Warning to His People (18:17)
Videos Released!
The Restored Church of God has now launched video productions, recorded in our new World to Come television studio! Mr. Pack has posted a series of promotional book introductions. These advertisements give viewers a preview of the content of these vital books. Those with a Worldwide Church of God background will be reminded of the impact Mr. Armstrong brought to video decades ago.
Eight promotions, plus a hard-hitting introduction to The Real Truth magazine, have been produced to date, with lengths varying from two to nine minutes.
Eight more shorter videos will be produced beginning early next month. Keep watching as we transition to full-length World to Come broadcasts!
Here are the links to the videos:
• America and Britain in Prophecy (1:53)
• Tomorrow’s Wonderful World – An Inside View! (2:17)
• The Awesome Potential of Man (2:22)
• Saturday or Sunday – Which is the Sabbath? (3:22)
• The Trinity – Is God Three-in-one? (2:41)
• Sex – Its Unknown Dimension (3:42)
• The Ten Commandments – “Nailed to the Cross” or Required for Salvation? (4:22)
• The History of the True Church – Where Is It Today? (4:08)
• Introduction to The Real Truth magazine (9:03)
The true Church of God suffered the prophesied “falling away” (II Thes. 2:3) beginning in the late 1980s and continuing into the 90s. This ushered in the seventh and final era of God’s Church, with many members scattering into compromising “splinters” of varying beliefs. The materials here carefully explain the details and implications of what occurred—and the looming questions and choices confronting those who are deciding what to do next. Start with the Brief Overview video.
Start here if you do not have a Worldwide Church of God background.
Hardcopy versions available upon request.
Video Messages (Begin Here)
Splinter Explanation Packet – A Brief Overview (5:44)- “Anoint Your Eyes” – Christ’s Warning to His People (18:17)
- Today’s “Evil Men and Seducers” Exposed! (58:10)
- The Government of God – Understanding Offices and Duties (19:01)
- The Work of God – Its Final Chapter! (28:39)
- I Will Send Elijah to Restore All Things (24:49)
- Should Accusers Be Answered – Do You Believe Obvious Lies? (17:57)
Splinter Explanation Books
“ANOINT YOUR EYES” – Christ’s Warning to His People (Centerpiece Book)
Christ warns Laodiceans to “anoint your eyes”—WHY? What did He mean? WHO did He mean—and how can you know? This all-important instruction, to all Christians living in the last days, must be understood. This extensive book—the most crucial written to the WCG splinters—thoroughly covers things never before explained, and in extraordinary detail. For those hoping to escape the Great Tribulation, it reveals exactly what Christ meant and how to apply this most critical warning!
[VIDEO INTRODUCTION] [FULL BOOK IN HTML] [FULL BOOK IN PDF] [FREE HARDCOPY]
THE GOVERNMENT OF GOD – Understanding Offices and Duties (Centerpiece Book)
Christ’s Church and Body is not divided, and is the only place with the government of God. Christ has placed offices and assigned special duties within it. All the splinters have rejected God’s government—and Christ’s lead! Mass confusion has resulted. What is a deacon, local elder, preaching elder, pastor, evangelist, prophet, apostle or “teacher”? Who are the “messengers” (Rev. 2; 3) and the “watchman” (Ezek. 33:7)? Who are the Two Witnesses (Rev. 11)? Who has authority to “bind and loose”—make Church-wide judgments—ordain—supervise all congregations—bring truth and traditions? This vital book answers these and other questions!
[VIDEO INTRODUCTION] [FULL BOOK IN HTML] [FULL BOOK IN PDF] [FREE HARDCOPY]
THE WORK OF GOD – Its Final Chapter! (Centerpiece Book)
Herbert W. Armstrong announced the kingdom of God to the world and proclaimed the special warning to the modern nations of Israel for 52 years! Did he teach that his death would end this commission, believing both duties to be his own “private work”? How did he instruct his successor? Does “the kingdom shall be preached in all the world” (Matt. 24:14) before the “end come” still apply? What of “go…and teach all nations…all things whatsoever I have commanded you” (Matt. 28:19-20)? What about “prophesy again” in Revelation 10:11? What is the gospel? Is Christ part of it? Did Mr. Armstrong teach—or does the Bible—that God’s people should give to relief organizations and disaster victims? What did Jesus say? Also, what about “local” or “personal evangelism”? Why has The Restored Church of God rewritten all the literature of the Worldwide Church of God? What was our strategic plan? What are our two operational plans? What does prophecy say about the final Work of God?
[VIDEO INTRODUCTION] [FULL BOOK IN HTML] [FULL BOOK IN PDF] [FREE HARDCOPY]
I WILL SEND ELIJAH TO RESTORE ALL THINGS
Christ prophesied, “I will send you Elijah…before the…day of the Lord” (Mal. 4:5), and that this man would “restore all things” (Matt. 17:11). What—and who—did Christ mean? Was he Mr. Armstrong? Will he be one of the Witnesses—or someone else? Can he be identified?—is there proof? How vital is this issue?—and what implications derive from it?
[VIDEO INTRODUCTION] [FULL BOOK IN HTML] [FULL BOOK IN PDF]
SHOULD ACCUSERS BE ANSWERED? – Do You Believe Obvious Lies?
Christ described our time as the age of hatred, betrayal, offense and lawlessness (Matt. 24:10-12). Many today use and promote innuendo, rumors, outright lies and other forms of deception to confuse and divide God’s people, and defeat their confidence in Christ’s ability to govern His Church. When presented with such information, what do—what will—you do? Christ said, “If they have persecuted me, they will persecute you!” This means attacks, sometimes vicious, are a fact of life for God’s people. The true Church and especially its leaders stand squarely in Satan’s crosshairs. It will receive the brunt of persecution prior to the Tribulation, when Satan will turn on the “remnant” Church of Laodicea (Rev. 12:17). Certain questions arise: Should accusers be answered? What spirit motivates them? Did Jesus answer His accusers? Mr. Armstrong was attacked throughout his ministry. Did he answer accusers? Should I? What did Mr. Armstrong teach about this? What does God’s Word say? This book reveals the answers—and is the policy statement of The Restored Church of God about persecution and accusation, and our response to them.
[VIDEO INTRODUCTION] [INTRODUCTION] [SECTION I] [SECTION II] [SECTION III] [SECTION IV] [FULL BOOK IN PDF]
IS “THAT PROPHET” ALIVE TODAY? – The Rise of False Prophets
Moses foretold the coming of one called “That Prophet.” Was this John the Baptist? Is it a modern church leader?—someone yet to come?—Christ? Jesus warns of false prophets at the end. Can you recognize them and resist their seduction? Are there prophets today? Who are the Two Witnesses, called “prophets”? What did Mr. Armstrong teach?
[INTRODUCTION] [SECTION I] [SECTION II] [SECTION III] [SECTION IV] [FULL BOOK IN PDF]
WHY THE RESTORED CHURCH OF GOD? – Should You Join?
There are over 300 splinters of the WCG. Most believe there is already “something for everyone.” With many seeking to reunify the groups, was another one necessary? This introduces The Restored Church of God and answers commonly-asked questions. Its two parts are the starting and ending points of our Splinter Explanation Packet.
[INTRODUCTION] [SECTION I] [SECTION II] [SECTION III] [FULL BOOK IN PDF]
THERE CAME A FALLING AWAY
Mr. Armstrong led the WCG for 52 years, teaching hundreds of true doctrines. He proved them from the Bible and told God’s people to do the same. His successors changed them all. Have you recognized these changes? Do you think some of them were correct? Do you realize that all were wrong? Here are 280 documented doctrinal changes!
[FULL BOOK IN HTML] [FULL BOOK IN PDF]
EXCEPT THE LORD BUILD THE HOUSE
Do you recall what Mr. Armstrong taught about government, voting, division, heresy, Laodicea, doing the Work, the synagogue of Satan, disfellowshipment, training to be rulers, the Council of Elders, and other vital topics? Here is each subject in his own words. Prepare to be surprised by how much you have forgotten!
[FULL BOOK IN HTML] [FULL BOOK IN PDF]
SURVIVING “PERILOUS TIMES”
Civilization has entered the “last days” – II Timothy 3:1. The context through chapter 4, verse 4, reveals that “perilous times” have come upon both the world and the Church. There are now many kinds of deception and “sleight of men” (Eph. 4:14) being foisted on unsuspecting and gullible brethren. This volume addresses some of the worst of those deceptions, and assists in helping you survive them all!
[FULL BOOK IN PDF]SURVIVING “PERILOUS TIMES” Article Listing:
Splinter Explanation Packet Sermons (Given by David C. Pack) Help
- The Body of Christ: Why Most Are No Longer in It—But Assume They Are! [Part 1] [Part 2]
- God’s Way: Small, Little, Few
Related Sermons (Given by David C. Pack) Help
Other Literature
Many organizations have reduced, changed or discarded doctrines revealed by God through Mr. Armstrong. We have rewritten all the literature produced by the WCG explaining those teachings. If you wish to compare what Mr. Armstrong taught—and we teach—to your organization, please visit the literature section.