Editor-In-Chief
Gerald Flurry
From the November-December 2026 Trumpet Print Edition
Examine Yourself for Self-deceit
Key Of David
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Editor-In-Chief
Gerald Flurry
From the November-December 2026 Trumpet Print Edition
Examine Yourself for Self-deceit
Key Of David
E-mail

After Herbert W. Armstrong died in 1986, the Worldwide Church of God (wcg) quickly began to turn away from the truth God had taught through him.

Revelation 3:9 reveals something shocking: Within the Church in the Philadelphia era, under Mr. Armstrong, a “synagogue of Satan” existed. The devil set up his own church right inside God’s Church—while Mr. Armstrong was alive! This satanic plot almost succeeded in the 1970s when Mr. Armstrong was close to death. He recovered and regained control of the Church, but that “synagogue” remained. Then when he died, the Church transitioned into the Laodicean era, and Satan’s “synagogue” took over (verses 14-22).

Realize how Satan can work through people. He even got some top ministers to bring in what the Apostle Peter called “damnable heresies” (2 Peter 2:1). It took Satan about five years to destroy 95 percent of God’s Church. Five years! It is astonishing how successful those satanically inspired men were at destroying God’s Church!

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About Gerald Flurry
Gerald Flurry is the presenter of the Key of David television program and the editor in chief of the Philadelphia Trumpet newsmagazine. He is the founder and pastor general of the Philadelphia Church of God, chancellor of Herbert W. Armstrong College and chairman of the Armstrong International Cultural Foundation.
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Print Edition
November-December 2026
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Letters

I like people like Gerald Flurry, who put insight into the Scriptures.
S. K.
Thanks for this teaching! Great topic that we definitely all need to know and determine when that is.
B. S.
I refer to your recent letter welcoming me as a new co-worker and laborer with the Philadelphia Church of God. I’d just like to say how honored and privileged I feel to be considered in such a way, and hope to continue to support God’s Work diligently through prayer and financially into the future.
E. S.
I would just like to say that I am so impressed with the message that I am reading in this booklet. It is helping me to deepen my understanding of the Bible and is a joy to read. The doctrine is very inspirational, helping me to build a desire to learn more. Many thanks.
K. M.
I love what you people are doing. I very much wanted to go to Tampa to hear Mr. Flurry, but I didn’t have a ride, but I love your material. I was a Seventh Day Baptist when I was younger, and I am so glad that I found people who keep the Ten Commandments.
M. H.

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This is a story about God’s Church gone off track and what God did to correct the tragedy.
Herbert W. Armstrong founded the Worldwide Church of God in 1934 (though it began with a different name) and led it for over 51 years to its height in membership, global impact and income at the time of his death in 1986.
Soon, however, disturbing and significant changes in Church doctrine began to be introduced. The changes revealed a diversion in course, one that led to catastrophe.
Learn More

After Herbert W. Armstrong died in 1986, the Worldwide Church of God (wcg) quickly began to turn away from the truth God had taught through him.

Revelation 3:9 reveals something shocking: Within the Church in the Philadelphia era, under Mr. Armstrong, a “synagogue of Satan” existed. The devil set up his own church right inside God’s Church—while Mr. Armstrong was alive! This satanic plot almost succeeded in the 1970s when Mr. Armstrong was close to death. He recovered and regained control of the Church, but that “synagogue” remained. Then when he died, the Church transitioned into the Laodicean era, and Satan’s “synagogue” took over (verses 14-22).

Realize how Satan can work through people. He even got some top ministers to bring in what the Apostle Peter called “damnable heresies” (2 Peter 2:1). It took Satan about five years to destroy 95 percent of God’s Church. Five years! It is astonishing how successful those satanically inspired men were at destroying God’s Church!

Read More
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August 9, 2014
Fierce King Rising
The book of Daniel contains prophecy for this end time. It contains a vision showing that a king of fierce countenance will soon rise up and shake the foundations of this world. That king is on the scene now—and we think we may know who he is.
August 1, 2014
The Dark Side of the Pope’s Visit to Jerusalem
Politicians and the media were mesmerized by Pope Francis’s peaceful-looking gestures. Almost nobody recognized the extremely provocative nature of his trip!
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Germany’s Break From America
Germany and the Unites States were enemies in World Wars I and II. But for the past 70 years, they have been close allies. That relationship is now changing.
July 19, 2014
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We live in a world engulfed in darkness, but the Bible reveals how this blind world can find light. This bright hope dates back to the Old Testament—and it dates forward to the return of Jesus Christ!
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The Bible prophesies of an end-time battle between a European king of the north and a king of the south led by radical Islam. God says the Muslim nation of Jordan will be protected. We need to know why.
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About Gerald Flurry
Gerald Flurry is the presenter of the Key of David television program and the editor in chief of the Philadelphia Trumpet newsmagazine. He is the founder and pastor general of the Philadelphia Church of God, chancellor of Herbert W. Armstrong College and chairman of the Armstrong International Cultural Foundation.
Learn More
Print Edition
November-December 2026
Get our monthly print magazine, the Philadelphia Trumpet, for more insight, analysis and commentary on world events.
Start Reading
Malachi’s Message
This is a story about God’s Church gone off track and what God did to correct the tragedy.
Herbert W. Armstrong founded the Worldwide Church of God in 1934 (though it began with a different name) and led it for over 51 years to its height in membership, global impact and income at the time of his death in 1986.
Soon, however, disturbing and significant changes in Church doctrine began to be introduced. The changes revealed a diversion in course, one that led to catastrophe.
Learn More
Letters

I like people like Gerald Flurry, who put insight into the Scriptures.
S. K.
Thanks for this teaching! Great topic that we definitely all need to know and determine when that is.
B. S.
I refer to your recent letter welcoming me as a new co-worker and laborer with the Philadelphia Church of God. I’d just like to say how honored and privileged I feel to be considered in such a way, and hope to continue to support God’s Work diligently through prayer and financially into the future.
E. S.
I would just like to say that I am so impressed with the message that I am reading in this booklet. It is helping me to deepen my understanding of the Bible and is a joy to read. The doctrine is very inspirational, helping me to build a desire to learn more. Many thanks.
K. M.
I love what you people are doing. I very much wanted to go to Tampa to hear Mr. Flurry, but I didn’t have a ride, but I love your material. I was a Seventh Day Baptist when I was younger, and I am so glad that I found people who keep the Ten Commandments.
M. H.

E-mail

After Herbert W. Armstrong died in 1986, the Worldwide Church of God (wcg) quickly began to turn away from the truth God had taught through him.

Revelation 3:9 reveals something shocking: Within the Church in the Philadelphia era, under Mr. Armstrong, a “synagogue of Satan” existed. The devil set up his own church right inside God’s Church—while Mr. Armstrong was alive! This satanic plot almost succeeded in the 1970s when Mr. Armstrong was close to death. He recovered and regained control of the Church, but that “synagogue” remained. Then when he died, the Church transitioned into the Laodicean era, and Satan’s “synagogue” took over (verses 14-22).

Realize how Satan can work through people. He even got some top ministers to bring in what the Apostle Peter called “damnable heresies” (2 Peter 2:1). It took Satan about five years to destroy 95 percent of God’s Church. Five years! It is astonishing how successful those satanically inspired men were at destroying God’s Church!

Read More
About Gerald Flurry
Gerald Flurry is the presenter of the Key of David television program and the editor in chief of the Philadelphia Trumpet newsmagazine. He is the founder and pastor general of the Philadelphia Church of God, chancellor of Herbert W. Armstrong College and chairman of the Armstrong International Cultural Foundation.
Learn More
Videos
Print Edition
November-December 2026
Get our monthly print magazine, the Philadelphia Trumpet, for more insight, analysis and commentary on world events.
Start Reading
Malachi’s Message
This is a story about God’s Church gone off track and what God did to correct the tragedy.
Herbert W. Armstrong founded the Worldwide Church of God in 1934 (though it began with a different name) and led it for over 51 years to its height in membership, global impact and income at the time of his death in 1986.
Soon, however, disturbing and significant changes in Church doctrine began to be introduced. The changes revealed a diversion in course, one that led to catastrophe.
Learn More
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August 9, 2014
Fierce King Rising
The book of Daniel contains prophecy for this end time. It contains a vision showing that a king of fierce countenance will soon rise up and shake the foundations of this world. That king is on the scene now—and we think we may know who he is.
August 1, 2014
The Dark Side of the Pope’s Visit to Jerusalem
Politicians and the media were mesmerized by Pope Francis’s peaceful-looking gestures. Almost nobody recognized the extremely provocative nature of his trip!
July 26, 2014
Germany’s Break From America
Germany and the Unites States were enemies in World Wars I and II. But for the past 70 years, they have been close allies. That relationship is now changing.
July 19, 2014
The 3,000-Year-Old Lamp
We live in a world engulfed in darkness, but the Bible reveals how this blind world can find light. This bright hope dates back to the Old Testament—and it dates forward to the return of Jesus Christ!
July 12, 2014
The Incredible Human Potential
Herbert W. Armstrong wrote about mankind’s potential, which includes ruling over the universe with God. What could be more important than achieving our physical and spiritual potential?
July 5, 2014
The Point of No Return
Why is there so much division in our country? Why is our economy failing? Why is the threat of war rampant on this Earth? Why are we at the point of no return?
July 1, 2014
What Are the Times of the Gentiles?
Once you know America and Britain’s biblical identity, you can grasp the significance of one of Christ’s major prophecies.
July 1, 2014
What Should a Nation Do When It Is Treated With Contempt?
A history lesson America’s leaders desperately need
June 28, 2014
Satan Cast Down
Satan the devil, the god of this world, has deceived the whole world so that it worships him. He has power we can hardly imagine. Satan and his demons are now confined to this Earth with all that power. What are they doing?
June 21, 2014
Jordan and God’s Church in Prophecy
The Bible prophesies of an end-time battle between a European king of the north and a king of the south led by radical Islam. God says the Muslim nation of Jordan will be protected. We need to know why.
Displaying documents 581 - 590 of 1032 in total