The proper meaning of symbols is critical to rightly dividing the truth so that we will not be led down false paths of uninspired interpretations of scripture. A good case in point has to do with the terms "Carmel", "Bashan", and "Gilead" that are mentioned in Micah 7:14. Especially since the "knock out blow" emerged in the spring of 1959, do we see many winds of doctrine as to the meaning of these symbols in Davidian circles far and wide. Closely connected with this verse is Amos 1:2 which says ...
Living Spirit of Prophecy: What is It?
It seems that the winds of doctrine blowing through the diaspora of professed Davidians is never ending. Take for example the controversy over the meaning of the expression "living spirit of prophecy" (LSOP). Some argue vehemently that this must be a living prophet or porter in our midst. However, the difficulty with this thinking is that is sets the stage for an endless string of prophetic office seekers of which inspiration abundantly warns us about. Ever since the death of Bro. Victor ...
How are we to Keep the Feast Days Today?
The subject of keeping the feast days at their appointed times is being increasingly agitated as a wind of doctrine within Seventh-day Adventist circles. Claims are being made that these Jewish holidays are statutes that are part of the moral law and therefore binding upon us today. Some say that in order to be translated one has to be a feast keeper. Others suggest that keeping the ceremonial law was the missing element in the 1888 message brought by Elders A. T. Jones and E. J. Waggoner. What ...
IRS 501c3 & State Incorporation: A Trap for Davidians?
Ever since the enemy's effort to deliver a knock out blow Davidian Seventh-day Adventists have been lead astray into many winds of doctrine and practice. A striking example of this alarming trend has been the incorporation of most every Davidian Association since the early 1960's with the state and their subsequent registration as IRS 501c3 tax exempt religious organizations. What are the legal ramifications and reasons for this? Is it based on sound Biblical principle or could it be a deadly ...
Iridology & Reflexology: Are they part of our Health Message?
One of the greatest surprises this researcher encountered as they began to earnestly study the message of found in the writings of the Shepherd's Rod over a decade ago was that many of its followers were actively engaged in "new age" spiritualistic healing modalities, most especially iridology and reflexology. In fact, one leading Davidian Association not only actively used these dark arts in their health clinic, but were teaching it to all of the students in their ministerial (DLI) program at ...
