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February 18, 2025
Dear Brethren,
As we head into spring, the entire world is confronted with enormous problems. All of them seem to land in President Donald Trump’s lap. First, there is the incredible problem of Gaza—one of the complications of the Jewish nation’s 77-year presence in the holy land. The entire area lies in utter destruction in the aftermath of the Jews’ efforts to eradicate Hamas. In order to rebuild Gaza and re-settle the Palestinians, Trump has said the U.S. might have to take over the strip. This has all the Islamic nations in an uproar, because none of them want to take in the Palestinians while the rebuilding takes place. Plus, they don’t want U.S. troops there either.
According to prophecy, whatever happens—peace or more war—the Jewish Temple must be rebuilt. The Temple Institute has already prepared many items needed for the coming Temple (www.templeinstitute.org). They even have a complete replica of the “Ark of the Covenant” ready to place into the new Temple. However, the biggest problem facing the rebuilding of the Temple is that of location. It is incorrectly assumed that the Temple should be rebuilt on the “traditional temple mount” where the Islamic Mosque of Omar currently stands. In reality, the biblical Temple area is actually located 600 yards south of there. This is the major issue at the heart of the ongoing Jewish/Islamic conflict!
Will Donald Trump be able to solve this problem, as well as rebuild Gaza and keep peace for a while? Only time will tell. Remember, all of the prophecies of God will stand true and will be fulfilled according to His will!
In the meantime, President Trump is moving full steam ahead—having already moved to secure the southern border, cutting the flow of illegal migrants by more than 90 percent. And thousands of illegal migrants have already been detained or deported. He is also moving to correct many of the problems facing the national government—corruption, DEI, and WOKE problems that the Democrats imposed upon America. He is in the process of dismantling them as quickly as possible by issuing hundreds of Executive Orders. The new Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), headed up Elon Musk, is uncovering hundreds of billions of dollars—if not trillions—in fraud and corruption. All of this is the result of 50 years (or more) of the run-amuck “Deep State Bureaucracy” spending trillions of dollars with little or no accountability or restraint. Most of this fraud and corruption has gone to line the pockets of Democratic loyalists. We have been warned that as this financial accounting is completed, it will shock everyone—at home and abroad. The magnitude of the deceit and corruption will be astonishing!
Why All the Problems Around the World? Everyone asks, “Why do we have all these problems?” The answer is this: The world has rejected the true God and Jesus Christ. This is why the nations seem to be running from war to war, from crisis to crisis—hating one another. They are in rebellion against God, setting the stage for the return of Christ as prophesied in Psalm 2: “Why do the nations rage and the people plot in vain? The kings of the earth set themselves, and the rulers take counsel together against the Lord and against His Christ, saying, ‘Let us break Their bands asunder and cast away Their cords from us [let’s get rid of God].’ He who sits in the heavens laughs; the Lord scoffs at them. Then He shall speak to them in His wrath, and in His fury He terrifies them [at Jesus’ return]. ‘Yea, I have set My king upon My holy mountain of Zion [the return of Jesus Christ and the setting up of the government of the Kingdom of God on earth].’ I will declare the decree of the Lord. He has said to Me, ‘You are My Son; this day I have begotten You. Ask of Me, and I shall give the nations for Your inheritance, and the uttermost parts of the earth for Your possession. You shall break them with a rod of iron; You shall dash them in pieces like a potter’s vessel’ ” (verses 1-9).
While there may be a short time of peace in the near future, we have seen lawlessness spread around the world like a plague. Jesus prophesied of this: “And as He was sitting on the Mount of Olives, His disciples came to Him alone, saying, ‘Tell us, when shall these things be? And what shall be the sign of Your coming, and of the completion of the age?’
“Then Jesus answered and said to them, ‘Be on guard, so that no one deceives you. For many shall come in My name, saying, “I am the Christ”; and they shall deceive many. And you shall hear of wars and rumors of wars. See that you do not let these things disturb you. For it is necessary that all these things take place, but the end is not yet.
“ ‘For nation shall rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom; and there shall be famines and pestilences and earthquakes in different places. Now all these things are the beginning of sorrows [we are now in the grip of these sorrows].
“ ‘Then shall they deliver you up to affliction, and shall kill you; and you shall be hated by all nations for My name’s sake. And then shall many be led into sin, and shall betray one another, and shall hate one another; and many false prophets shall arise, and shall deceive many; and because lawlessness shall be multiplied, the love of many shall grow cold. But the one who endures to the end, that one shall be saved’ ” (Matt. 24:3-13).
While we can clearly see these events taking place, the end is not yet. Luke’s account adds additional detail: “And He said, ‘Beware that you be not deceived; for many shall come in My name, saying, “I am Christ”; and, “The time has drawn near.” Therefore, do not go after them.
“ ‘And when you hear of wars and revolutions, do not be terrified; for it is necessary that these things take place first, but the end will not come immediately.’ Then He said to them, ‘Nation shall rise up against nation, and kingdom against kingdom; there shall also be great earthquakes in different places, and famines and pestilences; and there shall be fearful sights and great signs from heaven’ ” (Luke 21:8-11).
While we are indeed facing unparalleled problems, we will also see in the world’s churches and religions—and even within the churches of God—men who will rise up and claim that various prophecies are being fulfilled and that the Great Tribulation is at hand. But this is not so! Thus, as Jesus instructed us, we are not to follow them.
Remember, the Great Tribulation cannot begin until a Temple has been built in Jerusalem and is in operation. Only then can the “abomination that makes desolate” stand in the holy place, while at the same time the holy land is surrounded by armies (Luke 21:20). When these things happen, then the Tribulation will begin, as Jesus clearly said: “Therefore, WHEN you see the abomination of desolation, which was spoken of by Daniel the prophet, standing in the holy place (the one who reads, let him understand)…. For THEN shall there be great tribulation, such as has not been from the beginning of the world until this time, nor ever shall be again” (Matt. 24:15, 21). Until that time, we are still in the times of sorrows and lawlessness. Moreover, we do not know how long these conditions will continue, as Jesus did not give us a time frame.
The apostle Paul also prophesied of these days, showing us the root cause of all these problems—human nature run amuck: “Know this also, that in the last days perilous times shall come; for men will be lovers of self, lovers of money, braggarts, proud, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, unholy, without natural affection, implacable, slanderers, without self-control, savage, despisers of those who are good, betrayers, reckless, egotistical, lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God; having an outward appearance of godliness, but denying the power of true godliness. But as for you, turn away from all these.
“For from men such as these come those who are worming their way into houses, and are gaining control over empty-headed gullible women given over to various sins, being driven by all kinds of lust. They are always learning but are never able to come to the knowledge of the truth. Now just as Jannes and Jambres stood against Moses, in the same manner also these are brazenly standing against the truth; they are men of depraved minds, reprobate in respect to the faith” (II Tim. 3:1-8).
In spite of the fact that we are living in perilous times, facing dangers and uncertainties, we need to constantly be trusting in God for His protection: “Be merciful unto me, O God, be merciful unto me; for my soul trusts in You; yea, in the shadow of Your wings I will make my refuge until these great troubles pass by. I will cry to God Most High, to God who fulfills His purpose for me. He shall send from heaven and save me from the scorn of him who would swallow me up. Selah. God shall send forth His mercy and His truth” (Psa. 57:1-3).
God will deliver us out of all troubles. We will go through them, but He will deliver us out of them: “I will bless the Lord at all times; His praise shall always be in my mouth. My soul shall make its boast in the Lord; the humble shall hear and be glad. O magnify the Lord with me, and let us exalt His name together.
“I sought the Lord, and He answered me, and delivered me from all my fears. They looked to Him and were radiant; and their faces were not ashamed. This poor man cried, and the Lord heard, and saved him out of all his troubles. The angel of the Lord encamps around those who fear Him and delivers them. O taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the man who takes refuge in Him. O fear the Lord, all you saints, for there is nothing lacking to those who fear Him” (Psa. 34:1-9).
This is why we need to keep our minds fixed on God the Father and Jesus Christ every day—and never loose sight of that! We need to pray to God as David did: “My heart is fixed, O God, my heart is fixed; I will sing and give praise. Awake, my glory! Awake, harp and lyre! I myself will awake the dawn. I will praise You, O Lord, among the people; I will sing to You among the nations, for Your steadfast mercy is great even unto the heavens and Your truth to the clouds. Be exalted above the heavens, O God; let Your glory be above all the earth” (Psa. 57:7-11).
Brethren, stay close to God in prayer and study, for He is with you in everything! Love Him and cleave to Him with all your heart, mind, and strength. For only through His Son the Christ is there salvation. We thank God the Father and Jesus Christ for Their love and mercy during these stressful times. We thank you for your continued prayers and love. We pray for you every day—for your love of God, your protection, health, and healing. We realize that many are going through difficult times and we continue to pray for you. We thank you for your faithful support through your tithes and offerings. We pray that God will bless you with His love, grace, and spiritual strength at all times and in all circumstances.
With love in Christ Jesus,
Fred R. Coulter
FRC
Bible and Interlinear Distribution Program
Our program of distributing Bibles and Interlinears continues to be a great success! We still have a lot of Bibles and Interlinears left—so feel free to request additional copies if you can place them into the hands of those who have a sincere desire to study the Scriptures. After all, what better gift can you give someone than the very Word of God! You can order copies individually or by the box—calfskin, 8 in a box; paperback, 8 in a box; vinyl, 6 in a box; and Interlinears, 4 in a box. Thank you and keep up the good work!
Recent Emails and Letters from Brethren
Mr. Fred Coulter: Thank you so much for all the messages God has inspired you to give, all the written materials, and the Bibles you have made available. Through your work, I have been blessed to pass Bibles and materials on to a church of God in Russellville, Arkansas. Thank you for all of your work.—MK, Arkansas
Dear Fred: I really don’t know where we would be amidst all the confusion foisted upon society without the ready access to the truth of God that you have worked so diligently to provide. Thank you for consistently going above and beyond what is all too often typical of people in a position of influence such as you occupy. Thank you for always being careful and accurate with the truth of God. With the aid of science and technology, mankind has more proof of God than ever—so unbelievers are without excuse! Thank you, Fred. Sincerely.—R & M, Washington State
Dear Friends: Thank you for mailing the books to me—the Holy Bible, Why Were you Born?, and Britain and America in Prophecy. I seek the truth; you are honest in your direction. Please find enclosed a donation to help spread the Gospel. In Christ.—WH, Kentucky
Mr. Coulter: I just wanted to thank you for furnishing Bibles for us to distribute. Every person who received one was so grateful! This was one way I could help spread the Gospel and do work for the church. Spreading God’s Word is so important, especially in the world we live in today. Also, I wanted to thank your secretary for sending them. She has been so nice and helpful every time I called. I know it must be a challenge to take care of all the orders. She is a blessing to your ministry. Thanks again.—CG, Kentucky
Dear Fred: I can’t tell you how much I appreciate you and the CBCG. I simply don’t have the words. The CBCG does an excellent job of helping to prepare the bride. The firstfruits have been called during this time frame; their opportunity for salvation is now! So please, continue to send me the DVDs and CDs if you can. I don’t have TV or Internet, nor do I want them. I don’t have a place to go for church services. Also, I would like a copy of your Resignation Letter and a catalogue. May God and His Son and His saints be forever one (John 17:23).—B
Dear Fred and Brethren: Thank you for your prayer for healing of my rash. It is much better now, and I can finally sleep without getting up several times in the night. I thank Almighty God for this merciful promise—for Jesus suffered greatly so that we might have hope that we will one day be free from all suffering. With love in Christ.—RM, Ohio
Dear Mr. Coulter: I listened to one of your sermons yesterday on the Sabbath, as I habitually do. You commented about Herbert W. Armstrong—that he made mistakes, some critical. One, as you pointed out, was stating that the Almighty God is the same as “Allah.” This was not only wrong, it was probably blasphemous! Having lived for a number of years in the Muslim world (Saudi Arabia and Kuwait), I can tell you a little about Muhammad and Allah.
U’bul Kassim, later called Muhammad, was a member of the Qurayshi tribe in Arabia. They believed in a god for every day of the week. Allah was their chief god, and as such was the moon god. Hence the crescent symbol for Islam. So, Allah is obviously not the same as our Almighty God! How Herbert Armstrong came to believe this is beyond me. Even his son Garner Ted stated that his dad was wrong on this.
Thank you for all the knowledge I have received from your teachings. I will continue to listen and learn—and to support the CBCG the best I can. Yours in Christ.—MB, Kansas
Dear Fred: Hope this letter finds you doing well in these troublesome times. I pray for you and the brethren at all times—for strength and endurance during this tumultuous period in the history of mankind. It’s exciting and scary at the same time. But with God’s Word we don’t have to be afraid—because God commands us to be strong and courageous, and to live according to all the Law. “Do not be afraid, neither be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you in all places where you go” (see Joshua 1:7-9). Notice the word all. We have God’s promise: He is with us in all places where we go—because we practice His commandments.
Love and encouragement to all the brethren. Thank you for sending the letters and CDs, and the books and Bibles. Please send me the booklet God’s True Calendar and God’s Plan for Mankind Revealed by His Sabbath and Holy Days. Thank you in Christ.—DB, Texas
Dear Fred: We attended FOT 24 in Sanford, Florida. Had a wonderful time, met new brethren, connected with our Zoom family, and had a whole week away from the evils of the world. We enjoyed your daily sermons. You have a way of keeping us engaged with the Bible. We especially enjoyed “The Job Syndrome.” We always found that book hard to understand. You opened our eyes to the meaning of self-righteousness. We pray for you and your ministry every day. Thank you for all you do! Bless you; love.—D & M
Mr. Coulter: Here is my offering for the Last Great Day. I know it will go to good use in the work of God the Father and Jesus Christ. Thank you for helping me find the true God and the Church of God. Thank you for helping me praise God the way the Bible says to. I have learned so much from the Feast days of God; thank you for teaching us about them and how to keep them. Love in Jesus Christ and praise to God.—RD, Ohio
Dear Fred: Just want to let you know how comforting your messages were for the Feast of Tabernacles. I especially found Day 1 and Day 7 and the Last Great Day wonderful! And I can identify with the Solomon and Job “syndromes”—as I came from a wonderful background, but didn’t appreciate it. But I do now, after life experiences! I pray for you and the CBCG every day, especially as life gets more dicey! I pray that God lets you live to 100 with good health! God bless you, peace be with you, and thank you.—HT, Colorado
Hi Fred: Thank you so very much for your part in the fantastic Feast of Tabernacles. I still pray every day for God to give you a sharp mind so you can continue to teach us the truth from the Bible. Thanks for everything you do for us continually.—MM, Tennessee
Dear CBCG & Fred: Hope you had a wonderful Feast! I spent my Feast at home with my elderly mother, and she listened to all the tapes and messages with me! She has not been called or converted, but I know God is dealing with her and she is very receptive to all of the sermons and messages. We usually sit outside on the veranda and listen to the Psalms CDs of the FV in the evening—and mom really enjoys this as much as me. Thank you for everything. In Christ our Lord’s name, your sister in Christ Jesus.—DB, Texas
Dear Fred: Just wanted to say hope you all have a wonderful Feast of Tabernacles and Last Great Day. Thank you for all your messages. The Day of Atonement message was wonderful. Thank you for all your hard work and what you do for all of us. We thank God for a teacher that is so dedicated for the truth. Thank you for the True Riches of God book. Fred, we are so scattered out here with only a few brethren in some places, but we know when we are being spiritually fed. We love you dearly. In Christian love and prayers.—DC, Tennessee
Dear Fred: Thank you so much for the book True Riches of God. It truly has comforted me, as I have been going through some hard times lately. In the Psalms, David said he sometimes felt like God wasn’t listening—which I know He does, but it just seems that way. I haven’t finished the book yet, I’m just taking my time so I can feel His truth surround me in His love. And I really need that very much. Thanks for all you do for God’s people.—FI, North Carolina
Dear CBCG: I want to thank you for all you do, especially posting all the Sabbath and Feast sermons online. I am so thankful to God for allowing all of us who cannot get to a meeting place to still be able to join in. I’m thankful for all that our heavenly Father has blessed me with. I pray for you all—that God will keep you safe and bless you because of your kindness for others like me. Sincerely.—RW, Arkansas
Dear Fred: Thank you for bringing out the truth, the full truth of God, our Father, in heaven. Thank you for your love for the brethren. Lovingly.—LP, Michigan
Dear CBCG: Thanks to all of you at the office for your hard work. We deeply appreciate it. God bless all of you. Fred, thank you for all you do and for teaching us so much. We have been with the CBCG now for eight years—and it has gone by so fast. If only we could have been with you longer! It took many years in Worldwide, United, and COGWA to come to the point of “no more.” Our thanks to God for finally getting us out of those “organizations” and placing us where we need to be. We want to be taught. With love and appreciation.—RW, Arkansas
Dear CBCG: I really appreciate having the sermons on CD or DVD because I can listen to them over and over. It’s so amazing—the very sermon I need to hear is the very sermon I end up listening to. Wow! Thank you so much for the “Joy” sermons. May God continue to bless and protect you (Num. 6:24-26). Have a happy Thanksgiving. Love.—BJ, Kentucky
Pastor Fred Coulter: Praise God always. Your kindness touched my heart with the gift of a Bible. I love feeding on the Word—“O taste and see that the Lord is good” (Psa. 34:8). The good Lord bless you with His riches as you continue on this path…. Thank you.—JH, Tennessee
Dear Fred: Just finished reading your monthly letter. It sure made a lot of sense—with no speculation, just following God’s words. I heard a sermon online concerning the Last Great Day, the Day of the Lord, and the New Jerusalem—very good and scriptural. It was so heartfelt and inspiring. Thanks for all your work. I pray that God will continue to inspire you and comfort you as you hold fast to the truth! In Christian love.—Anonymous
Fred Coulter: Thank you for being such a good leader, scholar, writer, and minister. I’m studying, in detail, your booklet Beliefs and Doctrines of the New Testament Church. It’s a good foundational starting point for me. I’m so glad that we have you; I watch and listen to you every Sabbath. I could go on and on, but suffice it to say that the CBCG has produced enough resources to keep me studying the Bible for the rest of my days—and for that, I am very grateful.—JT, Florida
Fred Coulter: Thank you for your faithful service to God and the brethren. God has truly used you to open my mind and heart to His truth; thus I have a better understanding of His Word. May God continue to bless you and this ministry. Your work has not been in vain. Best regards.—EG, North Carolina
Greetings Brethren: Keep up the great work you guys are doing. We are very proud of all the brethren, local and worldwide, who keep the unity of God’s Spirit alive. Thanks for all your support. May God bless His family always. Keep praying for President Trump. I just finished the FOT studies for 2015; great sermons as always by our minister, Fred Coulter.—Anonymous
To Whom It May Concern: Thank you all for your very inspiring messages from God our Creator. It is of great peace of mind that God calls us to know the truth. Thank God we are still able to hear His Word.—Anonymous
Dear Fred & Brethren: Thank you so much for the sermon transcripts, especially the Grace series. They were very inspiring, and I needed them at this time. This has been a hard winter, very cold, and my old bones are suffering as I would expect at my age. But I have hope that February will bring warmer weather. God is still in charge of the weather. I enjoy all the sermons, as they are a great comfort. God bless your health, Fred; and I hope for better times in California, as I have seen the awful fires that they endured. I don’t know what will happen, but I know that God takes care of His people. Thank you again for what you do for us. Bless you all!—RM
Dear Fred: Thank you for all you do to inform mankind of the very purpose of life. Thank you for your diligent efforts to keep the truth of God’s Word available to those seeking the truth of God as preserved in the Bible down through the ages—and making sure we have an accurate, faithful translation. Thank you for continuing to encourage the small flock that God has called out of this world to grasp a glimpse of His awesome destination for those called into His family! Wow! Sincerely.—R & M
