CCOG Q&A: Nimrod, the 'Little Book,' Scythians, and more!

 

In this sermon, Dr. Thiel goes over questions and answers that the old Worldwide Church of God received. He provides additional scriptures and comments related to the answers that the old WCG provided. Topics covered include books of other religions, Nimrod's connections to pagan holidays, Paul the Benjaminite Jew, 1 Peter 4;5-6, Polish origins, Jesus & national Jewish holiday likes Purim, the fate of aborted or miscarried babies, that all will be offered salvation by God, the seven thunders & the 'little book' called 'Malachi's Message,' Revelation 5:6, appropriateness of wedding rings, Romans 7:4, Romans 10:4, I Samuel 6:19, and Scythians.

Sermon Youtube video link: CCOG Q&A: Nimrod, the 'Little Book,' Scythians, and more!

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