Message 91

July 15, 1972 | 12:00 a.m. - 2:00 a.m.

July 15, 1972, I retired a little after midnight. Shortly after I had been in bed, the Messenger of the Lord, the Elias, appeared and gave the following message. He spoke slowly as I wrote what he said. He was with me about 2 hours.  W.A.DRAVES


1 Behold! Arise and write the message I will give to you. I come from the Lord's presence, moreover, the Christ who is Lord and God.
2 I am your fellow servant and my name is John. I am resurrected-I was resurrected when Christ arose from the tomb. I am the Elias, the Messenger of the Lord. I am His forerunner. I have come in the past. I have spoken His will and I shall come in the future. I come at His appointing. My message is one of love to those that heed and obey it.
3 My mission is, that the church may be fully prepared at the Lord's coming. I come to prepare a people, the Lord's Bride. Yea, let all hear what the Lord has commanded me to say.
4 I have brought the authority of the holy priesthood and reiterated and affirmed it. Will you keep it sacred, that the work of God may be accomplished and salvation comes to the humble, those that are full of love and obey the will of the Lord?
5 Fear not, for this is the Lord's work. I have come to you. I have called other servants to help in this work, though they be few-yet a great work can be done. For the Lord of the vineyard shall labor also, that the work might be done, for it must go on in haste.
6 My warning message is: Let all men everywhere come repentant before the Lord, cry mightily unto Him, that they might find deliverance. Except they repent they cannot be redeemed from that awful state. For the way of redemption is prepared that whosoever will, may walk therein and be saved.
7 God worketh not in subtle manners; nor in evil ways, nor in delusions, such as Satan and man doeth.
8 I am "that prophet" of which Moses spoke of saying, the Lord God shall raise up a prophet, Him shall you hear in all things, speaking the will and the way of the Lord God.
9 I am not Elijah the former proneither was he me. He was a proin his day with the power of God uphim. He proved God to be real. LikeI shall have the same power upon me and my work and in the words I speak. I speak with the same power, therefore the reason to say, "In the spirit and power of Elias, or Elijah." It meaneth that of God, not of man.
10 I was a prophet in my days on earth. I am not another person, nor any other person is me. Each person is a child of themself. It is given once for mankind in this life of proto die. In the resurrections all mankind shall be resurrected.
11 I am now a resurrected being in and with the redeemed of the Lord. I am body and flesh and bone. I bear the Spirit of the Lord. I speak His words. It is the Christ's words that shall judge all men-therefore He cannot use man filled with selfishness of his own way. Therefore come out of the ways of sin and self.
12 The ways of sin grows worse and worse. Children will disobey their parents. Parents have and will disown their children and turn aside in sin and evil doings. Gossip and deceit are everywhere-thus destroying confidence in one another. Sin speaketh sin to cover their evil deeds.
13 Be thou clean that bear the vessels of the Lord. Let your conversation be clean. Let realness of charity rule your lives. Lift up a standard.
14 Man's sins will find him out and be his sorrow. How great a grief they bring.
15 This is the day of the Lord's preparation. Let all mankind prepare to meet their God.
16 Woe be to those that claim they are elected for special callings-when it is the duty of man to be as humble servants not seeking to be great.
17 They that are of God and are humble, seeking the Spirit and find it in righteous acts,
showing charity beyond measure, will have the greater power and their works will stand the test.
18 See those that think themselves to be great, seeking prominency, moreover seeking the praise of mankind. Their works do show their nothingness and will not endure the sword of truth and justice.
19 In the past, some have been ordained to the priesthood who have not qualified to work in God's will in this way nor attained to the Holy Spirit. Evils and their planning and plotting, yea, their sins will be seen in their failures.
20 See those who would be vessels of honor but because of pride and seeking praise and high positions, have walked away from this humble work of God-or would not come to it. Therefore, their call of God they heed not, but destroy and deny it by their actions. Save what and all you can, but cast not your pearls before swine.
21 Moreover, the Lord is grieved because many that have been called are doing nothing-waiting for a great day to come to shake them loose-when this is a great message and great day. What have you done now? Where are those that would qualify to be leaders and be up and doing?
22 Fear not man nor the whisperings of Satan, he will deceive, if it were possible the very elect. But the elect shall not be moved. Moreover, they will do all they can in love, humility and the spirit of peace in good works. Joy be to the hearts and souls of the faithful-those that be calm and built upon the rock, the word; they will yet bring forth.
23 Why doeth man feel himself to be great? Come in this way, suffer it to be so-receive this authority and God will multiply your good works.
24 If it be of God and by the Spirit speaketh knowledge it will calm the soul. When man speaketh in an unknown tongue, he that speaketh shall know what he saith-else he speaketh in vain. The vain sputtering and babbling of the lips of man is from the mind of man or Satan and seeketh to deceive. It is the spirit of divination though it acteth in pretension for truth, it is deception. Where has it lead them? Has it brought them to this work? Yea, to only be slower to hear the truth when it comes.
25 Take the bitterness out of the heart and be firm, even all, and God will yet use some to speak the word in power in other languages that are real to the people where they need it.
26 Go forth, swing wide the gates, step forward and the way will divide. Though I call the unlearned and the learned, let all learn this way. Some will repent, others will blaspheme in action, word or deed. Be not dismayed, take courage others will come all the way.
27 They that are filled with bitterness and contempt, charity hath no hold on them.
28 Let the tithes come in, that the churches may stay alive and build themselves up. For great is the call to be ready when men look for standards and find it not elsewhere. Let it be found in The Church of Christ with the words I bring that God's plan may be understood.
29 Love not mammon, nor the ways of the world. Let your moneys serve instead of master. Seek God and His righteousness and much will be added unto you.
30 Let the work continue far and near and in all parts of the earth.
31 There are necessary trials that have come to all that they might learn patience and the love of God. For charity knoweth nor doeth no evil.
32 I bring a message of love, of hope of salvation and deliverance. I come from the Lord's presence. I speak the truth. Men shall be judged and stand before the pleasing bar of God.
33 There are ways that seemeth right to mankind but the end thereof separates them from God. They walk in selfishness and not in good will towards all men. Be at peace with all men as much as it lays in your power.
34 The conditions of the world will grow worse and worse until you will think there is no peace anywhere-save in the hearts of the faithful.
35 My work is to bring all Christendom together into one fold, to one shepherd and plan of eternity with God. Let my message go to the pastors and them that lead and all that seek truth.
36 Let David Temple continue his good works; send him more help in materials and finance. He has planted the seed-let it continue.
37 Let Herbert H. Fillmore know this work is true. The Lord has brought him to know this way and if he will hear the call to higher service with God for mankind, he will bring many to the truth. They shall find deliverance in the words and authority I bring. Let him come into this work and be set apart as an elder, moreover an evangelist. Let him labor among the many that know him, for the Lord has preserved and
reserved him to carry on to this day. Great rejoicing will be his.
38 Let Charles W. Burpo know the Lord has established him. Trials have brought him to grieve much, but God will deliver him. He has preserved and reserved him to carry this work to the heads of the nations and to this nation where the foundation of Zion shall be. Let God be just-man of himself will fail, but in the Lord He is a mighty power. What the Lord doeth He doeth well. "I will be with him," saith the Lord, "and he shall be a servant in my hands to speak justice and truth and this way of deliverance. Let him come into this work and be set apart an apostle."
39 There are those that have been called to fill the places of vacancy; let them arise and move in the will of the Lord.
40 Let Warren R. Foskett prepare as an evangelist to work among the Spanish, as the way opens and he can arrange his home plans.
41 Let the assembly be conducted in peace and teaching the word. Let all learn this way more perfectly that they may give a reason for the hope in them in defending the words I bring.
42 Let the work among the Indians and colored be of greater interest and bring them to this way in humility, in peace and in the spirit that calms the soul and brings deliverance. Let them likewise carry the message to their own color and kind.
43 Let Eddie Lee prepare for a greater evangelical work that he may go among his people, even to foreign fields and bring them into this way. Deliverance will come to them and they will find the way of truth and life. Awaken the honest in heart that they will be ready when the Lord comes to claim His jewels. Many shall be among them at that day. Take to them the gospel of life, hasten as the way opens.
44 Let Omel Harold R. Bogan know the Lord has seen his faith, humility and efforts to defend this work. He shall have greater peace and power. Let him labor as an evangelist, the Lord will establish him.
45 Let LeRoy Gripe know the Lord has seen his desire and will fill him and open the way for a greater work. Let him labor as an evangelist.
46 Let Mike J. Bogan come into this work for the Lord has given his good works to bring others into this way and bring deliverance to many-for this is the hope of eternity with God.
47 Let Daniel A. Rogers be restored to an evangelist and if he will be humble and turn away from that which causes contention, that is not prompted of the Lord, he will be a great blessing to many.
48 It is the Lord's will that L. M. Thornton take his place as he has done. The greater gifts shall come to him in his faith and good works.
49 The greater gifts and power are on you if you will but qualify and strengthen your faith in actions. I place peace upon you and leave a blessing for all who read these words. Amen.

Message 92
July 4, 1973 | 4:45 a.m. - 5:00 a.m. | Independence, Missouri

The angel Messenger of the Lord came to me at 4:45 a.m. July 4, 1973 in my home at Independence, Missouri, and gave the following message. The room was filled with light. He spoke calmly and slowly as I wrote the words he gave. He left at five o'clock.  W.A.DRAVES


1 Behold, I come to you at this time. Arise and write the words I shall give you. I am John the Baptist, a resurrected being. I am the Elias. My mission is one of love and peace. The powers of the adversary cannot hinder my work.
2 I come from the Lord's presence. Look to the Lord, this is His work. I bring a message from His voice and His will.
3 The Lord's people have seen trials and afflictions but let all arise to a closer walk with



the Lord. Come away from contentions and bring love and obedience in your lives. Continue in good works. The Lord has heard the prayers that are of the heart, and this assembly. And I bring peace and an answer to the problems when it becometh a need.
4 There is none that have done right in all things. They have fallen short.
5 Where is that great love and the Spirit that mellows the heart, is it still among you? I say
unto you, yea, let it do greater work. Qualify to be leaders of men. Do good to all mankind. Love always, hate and bitterness is not your mission.
6 He that loveth the brethren, loveth God also. The Lord will uphold him and make him a blessing.
7 Follow the pattern. Let all that come this way be baptized into one Spirit. Teach and preach the same things in the way I have given you and it will be well.
8 The Church of Christ will never again be destroyed but will move on her mission until Zion is established and the people redeemed from their sins-and the Lord come. The kingdom and the dominion shall be for the saints of the most high.
9 A deception has gone out among the people and churches of mankind with doctrines of men with a cry to speak in tongues of unknown words. Such has no meaning but to harden the hearts of those that do so-making the authority I bring of none effect and will not be a part of them, neither will they receive nor obtain it.
10 There is no greater authority or gift, or gifts given to man than that which I bring of the Lord God, after the order of His son.
11 Who is mankind to claim more than this? He that will not recognize the authority and power I bring, faileth, and His works will not stand the test in the end. Let this evil not be among you for it will not calm the soul nor will it save you.
12 There cometh a day when a true gift will be given. With great wisdom will it work a work and convince, moreover convict, but as yet is not among you in measures of saving grace.
13 Turn away from those things that divide and separate you one from another. The Lord knoweth the hearts and wherein powers of man and deception lies. Except such repent and cleanse their minds of these things they have no part of this work.
14 I have brought and bring a message for mankind-that he may heed and conform to it; that he might be a part of the Lamb's Bride when He comes to make up His jewels. I speak to fulfill the word of God, to bring all the faithful in Christendom together to gone fold, one shepherd, one Spirit of God, one baptism with power for remission of sins and traditions of man that cannot save.
15 The Lord will call many into this way.
16 Be firm, fret not, hold the peace and your reward will be sure.
17 In time the quorum of twelve apostles will be filled. There are those in the Lord's reserve. Some will fail, others will take their calling when the Lord speaks.
18 Peace I leave with you and the church. Lift your faith-the way of the Lord is sure. I will come again. Amen.




Message 93
July 23, 1974 | 3:45 a.m. - 4:50 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 2:20 p.m. | 3 visits | Independence, Missouri

The Messenger, John the Baptist came to me at my home in Independence, Missouri, U.S.A. July 23, 1974 at 3:45 a.m. and gave the following message. He spoke slowly and distinctly as I wrote the words as he spoke. I determined by his expression, where and how to paragraph and punctuate. He left at 4:50 a.m.  W.A.DRAVES


1 Behold, I come to you with a message of peace, life, and warning-to all that hear and obey. To all those that humble themselves to hear the whispering of the Lord's Spirit; all such delight in my coming.
2 Those that hear not will be sad. In the end many will wish they had heeded the warning.
3 The midnight cry is on. Hear, O ye ends of the earth. "Come," the Spirit says, "Come." The Lord and the word saith, "Come all the way and deliverance will be yours." You will stand in holy places and inherit in the will of the Lord. The kingdom and dominion shall be the inheritance of the humble and righteous.
4 Be not disturbed by false claims of my coming to any other. I come from the presence of the Lord at His appointing and I come to you. It is your work to give the message to the people, the honest in heart will hear.
5 The Lord has heard the prayers in behalf of His people and this assembly. He has blessed
and spoken by the spirit of revelation; revealing much.
6 Be harsh with no one. Be not moved by confusion nor emotion, if it doeth not calm the soul.
7 The Lord has caused the colored, the Indian and all that may come together and worship and find the gift of sweet peace and the way the still small voice may speak to mankind, making him into an heavenly nature-after the will of God.
8 Let the messages be printed and published in German at this time. The Lord has brought His servant Huonker here at this assembly and at this time that the book, The Word of the Lord, may speedily be prepared to take to his people in his home land. There are many honest of God's people there.
9 Great changes in the conditions of the world have been-therefore preach the gospel of peace and deliverance that souls may be saved from the destruction and death that will come.
10 For the wicked will be destroyed, moreover shall burn as stuband the time cometh they shall be no more. For the reign of peace will come in and deliverance be the portion and greater to the righteous.
11 Let the work continue in the Lord's way. Man cannot have his way, unless it be the way of the Lord.
12 Keep peace in the church as you have done and your brethren will love and support you. Do the Lord's bidding.
13 Some have been called home and there are vacancies that shall be filled. I leave peace with you and I will come again. Amen.

After the Messenger had come this morning and given part of the message, saying he would come again-I was very much overcome by the power of God. I left my home to go to my regular work. I had felt like weeping and to be by myself.
While at work, sitting at my desk weeping and praying, I felt the Spirit of God very strong upon me. It was 9:30 a.m. The Messenger tapped me firmly on the shoulder, and spoke these words:

14 I come to you again after you have regained your strength that I might continue the message.

He returned at 2:20 p.m. and gave the following:

15 Let the translation in Portuguese continue. The Lord accepts this work by His handmaiden Idalina Temple. Let the book be published with the cover title, The Word of the Lord, Brought to Mankind by an Angel; likewise in other languages. This work is important and must move swiftly forward.
16 Teach the ministry and all to preach and teach the same thing. The Lord will direct.
17 As the way opens, send two men to the African people. The Lord will prove those ready to go.
18 As the way opens, let R. David Temple prepare in the knowledge of law that he may be a help to many from the snares of the world and help to the household of faith.
19 Let the quorums counsel together in this work of love and salvation to mankind. As you and your brethren prepare for greater things to transpire, greater things shall come to pass. Healings, miracles and deliverance shall come but only those that hear His Spirit speak and the words I bring obey, shall find this gift. All shall be of a heavenly nature and all become white and delightsome.
20 Then shall be the healing of the breach of His people, no more divided in classes or boundaries.
21 Let help come into the office that others may be trained for this work.
22 Bless the work everywhere, establish the locals more firmly. Send them help.
23 All that show true repentance and come into this way enduring sound doctrine, let them thrust in the sickle and reap when the call of God comes upon them.
24 Be at peace with all men as much as it lays in your power. Fret not over things you have no control.
25 Let John O'Keefe prepare further to fill a place in the quorum of apostles.
26 Likewise, let Leonard H. Draves be added to the apostles and help in the office in the books, finance records and letter writing. There is much to be planned in the future by all that will help.
27 Let the finances come in that others may go in the fields of labor.
28 Let George Wilkin plan that in the year ahead he may spend more time in the church work. The Lord has heard his prayers.
29 Let help be sent to the city of Omaha, Nebraska, that the work may continue there and be fully established.
30 Send help to Colorado for the saints are in need of leadership and help in gathering the flocks.

31 Let the Lord's servant Bernard come all the way in this work and receive this holy unction and power and great peace will be upon him. He shall take his place in the apostles when a vacancy occurs.
32 Let the young people prepare-for the Lord will call a band of elders that will prepare in great love to help swing wide the gate and bring souls unto the Lord.
33 I leave peace with you and strength for the day and to all, a great blessing. I have come in the past. I shall come in the future. I am John the Baptist, the Elias, the Messenger, which was for to come. Amen.

The Messenger was with me much over an hour.



Message 94
June 11, 1975 | 4:15 a.m. - 5:05 a.m. | Independence, Missouri

The angel Messenger of the Lord appeared in my room in my home, Independence, Missouri, U.S.A., June 11, 1975 at 4:15 a.m. The room was filled with light as has been each time he came before. He spoke as one having authority, he was serious in his words. I wrote the words as he precisely gave them to me, speaking slowly, as I wrote them down-repeating when necessary-to allow me to write exactly what he said. May the Lord bless and reveal to all this the assured way-the Bride of Christ. He was with me about 50 minutes.  W.A.DRAVES


1 Behold, arise and write the words I shall give you, a message of hope and life to all that follow through. My message is one of love to those that fully receive it, who are humble and peaceful in the Lord's way.
2 I bring the authority to prepare the way before the Lord's soon coming; before this generation all pass away.
3 Fear not, the Lord is doing a marvelous work and a wonder and the powers of evil shall lose in the end.
4 Study the words I bring. Teach and study the full word of God and you shall know the truth. Let all follow the instructions I bring and it will be well.
5 I am still at the helm, for I bring the gospel of the kingdom to awaken and light the way. All that come this way, repenting of evil ways and the traditions of the world must be humble and be baptized in water in the authority I bring, for the remission of their sins through the atoning blood of Christ Jesus.
6 Let the hands be laid upon all that His Spirit might come in holy unction to them in greater power, for the promise is that He will send his Spirit to all those that are humble and full of love; shaping their lives by the assured way.
7 Let the work continue in all parts. Preserve the good and release the evil and those planning iniquity.
8 Behold, there is a cry for peace, but there is no peace save in the hearts of them that do the Lord's bidding; hearing His voice, refraining from all contentions that disturb the soul.
9 Only the pure in heart and the humble in spirit shall be able to stand and labor in this work.
10 Blessed are all they that have come and are coming to this work-they shall bear the brightness of saints.
11 Be very watchful unto prayer that evil will not succeed as wolves in sheep clothing.
12 The Lord accepts the publishing of the messages in other languages.
13 Behold! The book, The Word of the Lord-let this continue reaching all nations.
14 There is much yet to be done, more light and further records will come forth-ere time folds in and the brightness of the Lord comes.
15 The Lord accepts the counseling of the quorums of apostles and bishops. Let more be done in love and humility.
16 Hold firm and high the standard-free from confusion and deliverance will come.
17 Much good has come from this assembly of the people of the Lord. I have been with you. Swing wide the gate-go forth, the truth is set before you.
18 As I speak to you so speak I to all.
19 There are some that have rejected this way and have not conformed to this truth. Some will yet come. Others will speak lightly of this work, destroying themselves.
20 My mission was and is to establish The Church of Christ. I bring the authority-the priesthood of God by the touch of my hands to this day and time it stands alive. More power shall be given as the servants prepare for it.

21 Because of faith, many souls shall be brought to this way of salvation, to find eternity with God and dwell in peace.
22 I leave peace with you and all that read these words. I will come again as the Lord directs. Amen.




Message 95
June 15, 1976 | 12:00 a.m. - 1:30 a.m.

After the services of the second day of our 1976 General Assembly were finished, I came home at 10:45 p.m. I sat at the table having some refreshments and prepared to retire. I dropped my head to the table to rest a bit and fell asleep. Just after midnight the angel Messenger came and spoke, "Behold!" which awoke me. I arose quickly and got my pad of paper and pencil, prepared to write as he spoke. He moved a chair out from the table and sat down.
He spoke slowly and distinctly, waiting upon me to write each word as he spoke sentence after sentence. He wore the same familiar robe. The same light and radiant glow accompanied him as of other occasions and filled the entire house.
For a while I sat reading the message after he left at 1:30 a.m. June 15, 1976. I retired until 4:00 a.m. and I then arose to call the brethren.  W.A.DRAVES


1 Behold! I come to you with a message from the Lord. I come from His presence. I speak His will.
2 He has heard the prayers of the faithful and with His warm and consoling Spirit will comfort and heal every whit, even unto the uttermost.
3 Those of your loved ones and those the Lord will give you and all now with you will be a mighty force to send and take to the world the words I bring, The Word of the Lord, the book, even to the ends of the earth.
4 The Lord has used many in every clime and nation to bring about this great work, preparing the way that all Christendom shall flow together.
5 "Who will go? Who shall I send?" saith the Lord, "Run, speak again to the man, even to him of a contrite spirit, who is humble before me. Israel shall be gathered and Zion redeemed and established.
6 "I will put my Spirit upon him and it shall be upon all those that hear and obey this way. As you swing wide the gate, let my people come. He that is filled of this message and calling, let him thrust in the sickle and reap," saith the Lord.
7 Let the translating into other languages continue reaching all nations as fast as it can be done.
8 Your gathering and assemblings have been good in the sight of the Lord. Keep the Lord's Spirit among you. Command peace and stand firm, all you faithful.



9 The brethren have been blessed in standing with you, defending and proclaiming this way of salvation, for deliverance will come. Let all work together.
10 The eyes of mankind hath not seen, nor the ear hath not heard what is in store for them that love the Lord, that do His will, that hear and obey the words I bring; shaping their lives by the great plan and will of God. Love is your mission. Charity suffereth long and is kind, is not puffed up and seeketh not for prominency. Neither will she dominate, nor destroy.
11 Where are the men of renown? Where are those of wisdom? Who knoweth the full plan of God? Who will prepare? Who will qualify to be leaders and carry this work on?
12 These are those that have been faithful to their trust and will carry this work far and wide. For I proclaim, even with a loud voice the gospel of the kingdom of God. It shall be heard the world around saying, fear God. Obey Him. Give glory to Him for the hour of decision, of judgment is now on to all ye ends of the earth. See the light that I bring.
13 Many shall be touched by the Lord's Spirit. Many will soften and hear this way, adding to their good works this authority and trust. To all such their works may stand the test in the end.
14 Be ye humble, be fruitful unto the Spirit-even all. This is the assured way.
15 I bring the Elijah message. I am the Elias which was for to come. I am John the Baptist. I will come again. Amen.



Message 96
January 8, 1977 | - 8:10 a.m. | Kansas City, Missouri

The Messenger of the Lord appeared to me in Kansas City, Missouri, Saturday morning January 8, 1977. Ordinarily it would be dark as I was hurrying to my basement room at work until I turned on the lights. But this time it was brighter than the daylight outside-I knew at once that the Messenger was there. On entering the room where my desk and chairs were-I saw him sitting there as if he was waiting for me. I spoke to him and he began speaking to me, instructing me to write, as he began to give the message which follows, speaking in the same distinct and commanding way as before. He had on the same white robe; also seeming to be in a hurry. He left at 8:10 a.m. I never did turn on the electric lights to see to write the message. The light that radiated from him was all that was needed. The brethren met in the scheduled quorums meeting that afternoon and the message had been given them.  W.A.DRAVES


1 Behold! Write the words I shall give you at this time.
2 I come to you when you are discouraged and seeking to give up your charge and responsibility. This you must not do.
3 Trials will come and greater grief to the slothful and those that will not work in their place and calling. Let it not be so with you. As I speak to you, I speak to all. Take courage for greater works are before you and those that are with you in this work. You have done the Lord's bidding; shrink not from your work. The church is established; keep it so.
4 Let there be no contentions among you, keep the church at peace. Prepare more to see that the work does not suffer.
5 The great supper is being set. Those that are bidden will not come.
6 Where is the watchman? Why do so many shrink from the way of truth and light that I bring? Search the words I bring, study them. In them some think they do well to follow but are slow to understand. For all Christendom must flow together in the truth.
7 Proclaim this among the people: The great day of the Lord is near at hand, and the powers that destroy-them that destroy the earth-shall swing wide in the wind of war, strife and bloodshed; filling the earth with woe.
8 As the powers of evil build for destruction, the way of God will swell in the hearts of the righteous, honest and humble of the Lord.
9 Lo, the Lord has waited long for His bidden ones to awaken and press forward in preparing their lives for greater things to transpire, and build the kingdom, the Zion of the Lord among mankind, but they have failed. Thus He looks to the remnant, that He shall fulfill His work.
10 Be not shaken nor disturbed, for some will fail, but the humble and patient ones will carry this work on.
11 You see those that are filled with selfishness and bitterness; some you call your friends are seeking to destroy you and the good works you have established. Be firm and your works will stand the test. Fear not what men may say of you and those that are with you. You were born for this cause. Many will follow in this way. Deliverance will be for the faithful.
12 That the quorum of the apostles be filled at this time: let James W. Savage and Seth La Vern Fife be set apart in the twelve.
13 As other vacancies occur: let Mervyn L. Johnson prepare for the twelve. Also, when R. David Temple is prepared, let him be added to the bishops. Likewise, let George Rhodes be added to the bishops.
14 The work will become very heavy in the office and headquarters records and preparing materials to help those that inquire and come to this work. Let more prepare to help in this, that all things may be kept in order and carried on.
15 The Lord has given help when needed. He has prepared the hearts of men and those to desire to work in this cause. He has given faithful companions, and those to support this cause. Likewise, He has given you a faithful companion that will be your help and strength and aid you in your work. Keep the vigilance. Give this message to the brethren.
16 I leave peace with you and will come again. Amen




Message 97
June 2, 1978 | 2:50 a.m. - 3:50 a.m.

I retired to bed early in the evening, rested good for awhile; then awakened. I could not sleep more. So I arose, dressed and went to the kitchen table to read or something or sit and rest.
I dozed off to sleep. I was awakened by hearing the door open and noticed the room filled with light.
The angel Messenger of the Lord walked past me and in doing so he touched my shoulder. He acquired a chair and sat in it, as he spoke. I arose to acquire a pencil, the paper was before me. I wrote as he spoke.
I know this is exactly as he gave the message. May the Lord prove by his Spirit is my prayer, in Jesus' name. Amen. Peace be with you. He left at 3:50 a.m. June 2, 1978. He was with me over an hour.  W.A.DRAVES


1 Behold! Arise and write the message I shall give you. I come at this time from the presence of the Lord. I speak His will. The need of my coming is great and many have prayed that I come and speak the Lord's will-even in this work and the work they should do as to make the choice to serve this way. The Church of Christ, with the message I bring.
2 I am the angel of the Lord, the Messenger of the covenant, the promised Elias which is for to come. I bring the Elias, or Elijah message the prophets foretold of to come-lest the earth, mankind, be smitten with the curse. But in my coming the curse is lifted. The way is made sure in deliverance and victory in gaining salvation, the plan Christ has laid, and His church built upon His revealing power-the rock of assurance. Christ is the truth and the light, the life and the way; listen to His whispering call.
3 The authority is given that this work move on and salvation be preached in and through the atoning blood of Jesus Christ, His resurrection and eternal living: His coming again to reign with mankind.
4 Know you this, the way is prepared that mankind may walk therein and be saved; will they hear it?
5 Come now all ye honest of heart, come all the way: do this work and it will be well with you. You shall be free indeed and live with God in eternity.
6 See those that could help in this work, but because of the love for the praise of men and seeking prominency have destroyed their hope and wasteth their life away. Let it not be so with you.
7 Read and study the words, The Word of the Lord that I bring and have brought and will yet bring: shape your lives by them and it will be well with you.
8 Say not, "The Lord speaks not today," for He does. He will speak greater and more severe. He will shake the heavens and the earth. The necessary evils will run rampant to awaken mankind. Fear and repentance obey; come to the Lord. He will add to this fold such as shall be saved.
9 Be ye no more doubters. He is your Lord and your God. Moreover, the day comes when there shall be a new heaven and a new earth. Sin shall not be there for there will be no more Satan to tempt mankind.
10 Let the Lord's handmaiden, Siegfriede Ebensperger, know He has chosen her because of her faith and obedience to this way to proclaim it in writing and in word of mouth to many-bringing them to the knowledge of truth.
11 The Lord has seen the faith and good works of Martin Huonker-it shall bring forth much fruit. Let him know the Spirit and power is upon him and those that work with him. The greater gift shall be upon him and upon Emil Burk. Those that will come, working with them shall likewise find the greater gift of miracles and healings.
12 Let Karl Bumb and Werner Dotschel come into this way and be set apart as elders, moreover evangelists in this work and holy priesthood to labor with the work far and wide.
13 Let Friedrich Zluhan know this work is of the Lord, and the work he is in is established of the Lord, for a wise purpose in His plan. Let him come into this way, receive this baptism and authority as an elder, moreover as an evangelist with this priesthood authority after the order of the Lord God. Let him with all his household
and all those with him come into this way and let them be ordained to this authority and trust.
14 They with others have been reserved, preserved and prepared to receive this authority and trust that I bring to mankind. They will see the great hand and power of God moving to bring salvation to all that will hear and obey. Let them publish the words I bring and moreover their works will stand the test in the Lord's way. Many will help in the translating the word in other languages: the Lord will bless them.
15 Let these be ordained evangelists: Larry Gosier Williams, Jeff Turner, Kenneth I. Bartles, Norman Don Lyles, and Ronald Jeffery Revenaugh.
16 Let all learn this doctrine, the gospel of the kingdom of God-that when they take up their calling they will know what to proclaim.
17 Let these when they come fully in this way be added to the evangelists: Hans H. Hansen, Dr. Reinhold Hermann, Elmer H. Jenkins, Julian E. Whiting, Eugene O. Walton, John J. Schut, Leo Meller, K. K. Kapoor, Carlson John Tuttle, Dale J. Jennings, Dale Mills, Carl E. Goering, David Perry, O. W. Frazelle, Raphael Asouand Ben Adams.
18 Let the work continue far and near-translating and publishing the work everywhere.
19 If you men will work in love with these the Lord gives you. He will also labor with you that this work will be done.
20 Meet in your assembly in peace, let no contention be among you.
21 I am John the Baptist, a resurrected being. I am body, flesh and bone, as you see me. I am your fellow servant. I will come again, as the Lord will direct. I leave peace with you. Publish this message with the rest. Amen.




Message 98
June 7, 1979 | 12:06 a.m. - 1:36 a.m.

After coming home from church Wednesday evening before 9:00 p.m., my companion was waiting up for me. We had the evening meal's dessert. We mentioned that the Messenger may come before assembly time, which begins Sunday, June 10, 1979. After my evening bath, I retired to bed earlier than usual.
June 7 about 12:06 a.m., I was awakened. I noticed the room became filled with light. I arose and went to the kitchen table where I had paper and pencil. There stood the Messenger. He spoke, "Behold, I am your fellow servant."
I quickly arranged the paper with carbon so as to make a carbon copy along with the original. He repeated the sentence as I was ready to write.
I pray every soul reading this message will pray and God will speak its truth and value to their souls. The Messenger was with me for about an hour and a half. The following is the message he gave.  W.A.DRAVES


1 Behold! I am your fellow servant. I am the servant of the Lord. I am he who sits and refines. It has been prophesied of ancient days of my mission, and my name is John. I am now resurrected, from the redeemed of the Lord. I am the Elias.
2 I preached repentance and baptism before the Christ-and again I preach and prophesy before His coming. I bring the word, His instructions that a bride, the church might be prepared, a people in very deed- The Church of Christ.
3 I have come in the past and I will come in the future until the work is finished, and the Christ sits in the right hand of power when Satan's rules are put down. Then will be rejoicing, for the millennium shall fold in and all nations that live and dwell shall come to worship the Lord their God, even Jesus Christ their Redeemer.
4 The Lord is mindful of His people, I speak His design. I come from His presence. The words I speak are His words, and they shall have their place among all those that shall be the Lord's Bride in very deed. For the Lord God has turned to His select ones that He might bring about His wise purposes. His kingdom shall roll forth until it fills the whole earth and righteousness shall prevail and the voice of joy shall be heard everywhere, for then shall be that Zion is redeemed and the reign of peace breaks forth with gladness.

5 I come as the Messenger of the Lord. The Lord has been and will be with His people by His Spirit, and His peace shall long linger with the faithful until they become the jewels of God, called, chosen and faithful.
6 Lift up, I am the Elias, Christ spoke of. I bring the refining spoken of by the prophets Malachi and Daniel. I bring the Elijah message. I am the forerunner of the Christ. My work is to the ends of the earth. Much shall come to pass, many changes shall take place, the church must grow, and all mankind may yet be found in the presence of the Lord through obedience, to the words and call of God I bring.
7 There are many that have long represented Christ. Those that will hear His voice in very deed will come into The Church of Christ and it be established among them with all its gifts and blessings, and represent Christ and His church.
8 The way of deliverance shall be for all those that seek truth, pay their oblations to the Lord and His work. They shall not be in want.
9 Come ye now, that seek truth. Christ will come to His own and His church. Behold! There is safety in the light that I bring.
10 This is the midnight cry, prepare make His paths straight. Be wise in the way of the Lord; let all be humble and at peace, seek not after praise of men, nor the love of worldly gain.
11 Let not the contentions of the world destroy hope, for the Lord will stand all His in holy places until the indignation passes over. They shall be called His when He makes up His jewels, for He intercedes for those that love Him.
12 Teach the whole truth, let not man have his way, unless it be the way of the Lord. Worry not over that which you have no control.
13 I come to bring gladness, not to bruise, not to quench the smoking flax, but peace. Let the people choose the way to eternity and life with the Lord or go down in their sin, in darkness and that awful rejection of their choice.
14 The righteous shall have victory over the oppressors. Let the ambassadors of the Lord go far and wide proclaiming the gospel of the kingdom-let more be up and doing.
15 The need is great that I speak on this. Many have asked that the Lord speak His will and declare what must be for the good of the church, the kingdom of God on earth. Let it grow, let it move forward.
16 Many have prayed for my coming and that God will speak on this need. Let this work be established in all nations.
17 Even to the colored and Indians: thus saith the Lord, "They shall know that I am the Lord their God, which caused them to be preserved even in captivity, they shall be delivered. I shall gather them unto their own nations-neither will I hide my face any more from them."
18 This is a concise message, unobtrusive, but modest in every way. Let it be spoken.
19 Let James W. Savage and Seth LaVern Fife go to Africa and set up the church there. Bring them into the fold in this work.
20 Choose out of them twelve disciples, set them apart, the leading council of ministry among them. In time the need will grow, set up and establish congregational commissions, where ever the need be for the good of the work. Let churches be set up among them. Let the Articles of Faith and Practice be taught among them together with the nations' rule and support.
21 Let Larry Gosier Williams be set apart on this special work as one of their twelve disciples, until others can be taught and choose you eleven more from among them. Majisu, Imoli and Nazee are good men; let them have their place among them. With their help the Spirit will select others to fill the quorum of disciples.
22 As the need grows, choose out evangelists, pastors, elders and seven commissioned and set apart as special agents to carry and handle the needs of the people-and the finances of the church, and churches set up among them, and be in charge of same under the supervision of the council of twelve disciples, under the watchcare of the apostles of the church in this land, United States of America.
23 Likewise, let James W. Savage and Seth L. Fife go to India and do the same among them-establish twelve disciples, and seven commissioned agents, with evangelists, elders, and pastors to carry the work on.
24 In time, others of the apostles shall follow and aid and support the work and carry the work until such churches are set up in every nation. The Lord will speak and direct-I shall come again until the work is finished and established in every nation.
25 Swing wide, press forward, let the work move. Let all be in the fields of harvest that can arrange to go. Let the work continue everywhere.
26 The apostle Martin Huonker is favored much of the Lord because of his faith and good works, also all those he labors with. His reward of great peace and joy will be. The Lord will
water the seed he has sown, they shall bring forth.
27 Be not weary in well doing, the end is not yet-trying times will make the work firm. Let not the necessary evils sweep none away.
28 I leave peace with you and the church. I will come again. Amen.




Message 99
June 9, 1980 | 3:28 a.m. - 4:13 a.m. | Independence, Missouri

Monday morning at 3:28 a.m., June 9, 1980, at my home in Independence, I awakened from sleep. My room was all a light from the resurrected Messenger of the Lord. I arose quickly and went to the kitchen table where I had paper ready. As I sat in the chair, the messenger was walking towards me from the front room. He began to speak as he moved a chair out from the table and sat in it as he gave the message. The angel messenger, Elias, that has visited many times delivering The Word of the Lord.  W.A.DRAVES


1 Behold! I come with a message of life, a message of hope in the eternity with God; a message of conviction, a message of deliverance. Will manhear it?
2 There are many looking for this message I bring that they might be a part of the Bride of Christ. There is something to stir them-this is the divine will of God.
3 Mankind faileth of himself, he faileth to hear and obey. Many set their hearts to be secure and will not hear nor seek further light. What more shall be given to stir mankind, that they may see and learn the truth of the full plan of God?
4 I have spoken. The Lord has given His Spirit and those to preach the word. More shall be added to this responsibility to set up and establish The Church of Christ among all nations with this authority and the words of instructions that I bring; put them before the people.
5 The long planning and covenant of God shall have its fulfillment. His kingdom shall roll forth until it fills the whole earth and all mankind shall obey His will.
6 I speak light and life, will they hear it?
7 All those that shall shape their lives by the words I bring, shall be blessed. Have faith in the prophets of old and it will be well with you, but heed not the ways of evil men-such will not save you.
8 You have seen those from time to time fail because of prominency seeking; traitors to the Lord's work, making an offense for a word. Be not moved by them.
9 Be very careful what you say, how you speak, and where you are, so is my message to all.
10 There are many blind guides, full well the Lord has been with the word to bless those that learn-but when mankind's mind closes to further light-the truth will not fit their learning. They will not conform to the full plan of God. They come not to deliverance. They are not convicted of their emptiness and they lose in the end. Why do they blind themselves? A stubborn heart and mind cannot please God.
11 When ripened in iniquity they shall slide into destruction. The necessary evils they cannot overcome.
12 Oh, ye people of the earth, turn a listening ear, hear the loud voice the Lord has sent-fulfilling His word. All mankind is called to repentance having faith, baptize them, let the hands be laid on that the gifts and promised Spirit shall come upon them-the holy unction of God.
13 Before you stands an open door.
14 Let the work continue in Africa that is now under way. The Lord will seal it a blessing. Be not weary in well doing.
15 Let Larry Gosier Williams be added to the bishops and labor in his place and calling. Let the disciples appoint vice-bishops to their aid-even unto seven, in Africa who may aid in keeping the finances and needs of the people.
16 Let Lawrence L. Ray prepare also for the bishops when a vacancy comes. He shall be near you in great help.

17 Remember much is to come forth yet-even more. Adjust to the work and the multitudes.
18 A record shall yet come forth berating mankind before their fellowmen.
19 Let Karl Bumb be set apart as a disciple and vice-bishop in Germany to aid in the needs there, also of records and missions.
20 How great a vessel of honor many could be-but not so because of self-will and seeking prominency.
21 Cast not your efforts to be wasted but use wisdom in your planning.
22 Let the work continue everywhere. Let the women help where they can.
23 As I speak to you I speak to all. I bring peace to all. I will come again. Amen.

The Messenger was with me forty-five minutes.





Message 100
October 14, 1981 | 12:00 a.m.

I retired about nine p.m. the evening of October 13, 1981. At about eleven p.m. I was 0awakened. I felt the Spirit of the Lord in great measure.
I arose quickly and slipped on my day clothing. I sat there on my bed. Soon I laid down and fell asleep.
After midnight beginning October 14, 1981, I was awakened again. I noticed the house was lit up brighter than at noon day. I quickly hurried to the kitchen table where I had paper and pencil. There sat the Messenger, as though he was waiting for me.
He began to speak. I wrote the message as he gave it. The following are the words he spoke. I hope and pray all who read these lines will have the witness of God's Spirit.  W.A.DRAVES


1 Behold, write the message I shall give you. I come with a message as the need may be. I come from the presence of the Lord.
2 I am the Elias that is for to come as the scriptures say. I am John the Baptist.
3 The world in its changes is fast folding in pace for wars and destructions; yet planning for peace.
4 Satan is at hand in the minds of many everywhere to bring havoc and trouble.
5 Will mankind believe and know there is a way of deliverance?
6 Changes will come. Let those whose days of service times have been spent in faith and good works, when not able to function-their strength has been used for good-let these retire with honor: E. L. Stone and L. Levell.
7 Let the work move onward and the church image not falter.
8 Let there be added to the apostles, Oren W. Frazelle; and to the bishops, Hans H. Hansen and James Parker as the vacancies occur.
9 Let those that will not come to doctrine be removed from this authority and trust.
10 Let Leonard H. Draves remain in the recording work.
11 Let James W. Savage and Seth L. Fife continue their work in caring and aiding in Africa and India. The Lord will give them strength and open the ways before them as they go there to help.
12 As the need comes, let there be help in the headquarters office.
13 Let the work continue of placing The Word of the Lord in libraries-that it may be available when it is known abroad of my coming with the message to mankind of Christ's soon coming to claim His saints and set up His kingdom on earth in its fullness.
14 Publish peace and the way of the Lord.
15 The hearts of many wax cold because iniquity aboundeth. Let it not be so with you.
16 Give this message to the brethren, the church, and abide thereby.
17 I leave peace with you and to all that hear my message.
18 I will come again. Amen

Message 101
March 11, 1983 | 7:05 a.m. - 8:15 a.m.

This, the year of our Lord, March 11, 1983, on arriving at my work earlier than usual, I did my work to begin the day.
Great joy came in my heart and suddenly by my side, the Messenger of the Lord appeared.
Around and by me was paper and proper conditions. He began to speak. Quickly I sat at the table and wrote the words as he spoke them. Slowly and distinctly-repeating when necessary, so as for me to write properly and exactly as he spoke.
I pray that all mankind will pray, learn and know the angel truly comes with The Word of the Lord! His presence was very comforting. He was with me from 7:05 a.m. to 8:15 a.m.  W.A.DRAVES


1 Behold! I come to you with a message at this time as the need opens before the church.
2 There has been many prayers to the Lord that He direct the work by my coming.
3 Let all labor in love, be harsh with no one.
4 The Lord loves and blesses the humble and honest ones that take not honor to themselves.
5 He has spoken. He has sent me to speak His words and will. They shall not return unto Him void.
6 I am the resurrected John the Baptist, I am the Elias, to come. I am he that Christ spoke of and I come to do His will.
7 Let repentance and faith be taught and remission of sins through the atoning blood of Jesus Christ, with authoritative baptisms I bring.
8 The work may move slowly. The young and old will be awakened to this greater light.
9 Praise the Lord for His works and plan of redemption, salvation and deliverance.
10 Defend the words I bring. Let not the holy rites be hindered. Hold high the standard and the words and work I bring.
11 As you prepare for it, greater peace and power will come to all those that look for it: the assured way of salvation and deliverance. All else will not save you.
12 It must be the Christ Jesus, His teachings, His words, for salvation only comes by Him.
13 The Lord has reserved and preserved many that know His voice and their calling when they hear of the words I bring.
14 There are those that preach this word, and stand with you all the way; thus the work moves on in the Lord's will.
15 Be strong, be firm, let the truth be heard everywhere. Declare among the people the Lord's doings.
16 Keep sacred the authority and trust-the holy priesthood after the order of the son of God-that is restored to mankind. You that obey my instructions and touch of my hands, established anew amongst you, bring others into this work.
17 Worry not over those that fail to grasp the depth of this work. They hear not the scriptures that foretells the plan of God.
18 How good and great of vessels of honor some could be; but they would not because of pride and love for favor of men, and conditions in their hearts and homes. The works of Satan to play havoc and trouble-even in the world of sin.
19 Again I say; let the work continue of placing The Word of the Lord book in libraries, that it may be available when it is known abroad of my coming with the message to mankind of Christ's church and His soon coming to claim His saints and set up His kingdom on earth in its fullness.
20 Publish peace and the way of the Lord, helping the work in all places.
21 The image of the church is established. Let it not slip from you-nor falter in steadiness. Let all work together-your brethren will uphold you. Keep the hands of justice and the standard of truth firm.
22 Let the quorum of apostles be filled. The Lord has preserved Alfred Beyeler. Set him apart as an evangelist, and in this apostleship to carry the work in his nation, France, and others near and far, when and where the way opens. Ordain him an elder, moreover an apostle.
23 Let these be added to the elders, moreover evangelists: Wolfgang TromLuzian Normann Kuehulein, Joseph Burke, David Glass and Richard Massman; and to the elders; Manfred Marks, Norbert Schorf, Herman Block and Michael Wolf. If these men will teach fully this doctrine of the pure gospel of Christ Jesus, they shall be a blessing to many.

24 Let L. M. Thornton know the Lord has prepared him to go to Europe to help and set up the work where the way opens.
25 A great blessing is upon apostle Martin Huonker, the seed he has sown and will yet sow-bringing forth great results, let him continue. His strength is of the Lord. Peace be upon him and his work.
26 I leave peace with you and the church. I am your fellow servant. Amen.




Message 102
April 5, 1985 | 5:30 a.m. - 7:30 a.m.

At about 5:30 a.m., Friday, April 5, 1985, I felt greatly impressed to go over to the church and begin letter writing, as I had several people on my mind to whom I owed letters. I had just finished a letter and placed it in an envelope, when I felt the presence of the Lord's Spirit in great measure. I was praying and thanking the Lord for his great Spirit and blessings we all had felt and experienced.
Suddenly I looked up and the Messenger was walking towards me from the outer office. I knew he was bringing a message.
My paper being before me, I was prepared to write, should he speak. He began speaking firmly, a strong voice, the power and light was with him.
What joy, what peace, what serene ecstasy filled my being. He touched me on the left shoulder and proceeded past to move a chair to sit in while he spoke. This all happened in less time than it takes to tell it.
He spoke firmly and slowly as I wrote every word. I hope all who read these words will pray and learn from God, His great working plan. He was with me over two hours.
The following is the message.  W.A.DRAVES


1 Behold! Observe and write the message I will give to you.
2 The Lord has sent me for this great need. Many hearts are sad because of the deceiving work of Satan and man made doctrines with no saving power.
3 Many have prayed to God that I would come with words of instructions from the Lord God, directing in their lives and in the Lord's work.
4 I am your fellow servant. I am John the Baptist. I am resurrected.
5 I gave the revelation and the vision of the churches to John the Beloved in His day. In its fulfillment, you will see much has passed and much more to come.
6 The church and work of the Lord is established and set in pace. Keep the vigilance. It will be well with all that follow this way.
7 Shape your lives and works by the words I bring, have brought and will yet bring.
8 Redemption and salvation comof the Lord, it is Christ's words that will save to the uttermost.
9 Let all that come this way be repentant and very humble, not ridiculing nor boisterous, but filled with love and peace. Let humility be your cloak and mantle.
10 If mankind seeketh to be of service to God, let him come this way. Suffer it to be so-receive this authority and the Lord will multiply their good works.
11 Knowledge cometh from study of the books and grace from much prayer, salvation by obedience, deliverance by endurance.
12 Swing wide the gates, step forth and the way will open.
13 See those that have lost the way, the Spirit of the Lord has been pressed out of their lives. Empty vessels, soon their works will fade away and their efforts come to a sad end.
14 Let the work continue everywhere in the foreign fields where it can be established. Rejoice and be glad for it is the Lord's will. It will yet grow and multiply greatly-adjust to the multitudes.
15 Continue to spread to all nations among the colored in love and justice. Peace will follow and all will be well, let it be the Lord's will and not the ways of man.
16 This is the assured way!
17 Mankind cannot build himself to be the power of God.
18 Prove all things by the words of truth in The Bible, Record of Nephites and The Word of the Lord. All this is established for mankind, the guidelines of hope and deliverance. Man's idealisms shall come to naught.

19 Much sorrow and distress with perplexity will come, striking those that hear not the gospel of life, truth and deliverance.
20 Zion shall not be moved from her place nor the Temple from the spot pointed out by the hand and voice of God.
21 Restore and preserve all that will repent and fold into this way. If humility is their mantle and their cloak of walking this way in sobriety, let them follow my instructions and the Lord's commands, He will deliver.
22 Teach not the foolishness, the vanities of man. Some build on man made doctrines and in time destroy themselves; spreading doubt and destruction along the way. Repent-come clean from the powers of falsehood and deceit, it will not save you. It is fallacy, not security. Let all come to the acceptable way of the Lord.
23 Do not be moved by the necessary evils of the waster, the false teachings of the past of many false doctrines: weird and twisted teachings. Even yet some err in all such.
24 This record is for all nations, even the lost tribes of Israel and all the world, all the nations of the earth.
25 The day comes when it will not be said; "Israel" or "Gentiles," but "the people of the Lord" and "them that serve Him not."
26 I am the servant of the household; I am your fellow servant, the Elias, "that prophet." I speak the Lord's will and words.
27 Christ was lifted up that all mankind will be drawn unto Him -even the Father which is the power of God unto salvation.
28 The Lord feels after many that are Bible students, leading to all the scriptures for the salvation of manas the Holy Spirit speaketh by the angel of God.
29 Worry not about what is said against you by the unlearned and haughty or high minded; they destroy themselves.
30 At this time that the apostle quorum be filled, let Larry Gosier Williams be set apart as an apostle to fill the vacancy. Let him prepare fully to go to Africa and help in the work there, for awhile and return.
31 And as other vacancies come in the quorum of apostles, let him ordain and set an apostle on each side of the great continent of Africa: James Nabende on the east and Godwin M. Inyang on the west.
32 Let them be the overseers and watchcare over twelve disciples on either side as the need grows and men are prepared. Let them establish headquarters on each side-keeping records and in concurrence and conjunction with the records here. Let them keep records and issue certificates there and copies sent here; establish the remnant among them.
33 In time, other vacancies will come.
34 There are those the Lord is leading this way. Save all that will hear the message I bring from the Lord, that will heed and obey.
35 Let none take part in this work until they come in by the door, the baptism in water and the laying on of hands for the gift and gifts of the Holy Spirit.
36 There are many who will accept the message the Lord has sent and the instructions I have brought to you, for the Lord will send His Spirit that will touch the hearts of man
37 The Spirit the Lord will give to His servants will bring peace to many.
38 Behold, the day is and nigh at hand, when the prophecies of old are being fulfilled. Nations shall yet be brought down, and lo, a mighty cry shall come from them that fall.
39 The hearts of mankind must be turned to their maker, the creator of all, even the Lord Christ.
40 The church is set in pace, let all be up and doing. The vision has been uncovered. My words are plain and faithfully given for mankind to find salvation, hope and deliverance.
41 Let restoration be among those that are humble and repentant and will obey the true doctrine of the church and of the message of the faithful brethren, keeping the holy rites sacred.
42 This is the land where freedom is found and help in the way of Zion, the center of world deliverance in justice and truth. There shall be deliverance in Mount Zion and Jeruand the remnant whom God shall call.
43 Let there be two of the bishops in Africa to fill vacancies. Let Fanuel Andango, Michael U. Johnson be added to the bishops office. They shall work with the brethren here and there for the needs among their nations. Use wisdom in all their planning and assiduously choosing in filling their needs.
44 Let Eddie Lee show his humility that he may prepare to fill a vacancy in the bishops when it cometh. Let love be shown and the work move on in the peace of this work, in the Lord's way.
45 Let Larry Paul Crow, David White, Harold James, Andrew Holden, Alan Wade Crownover, Milton Fife, Tom Powell and Peter Modica take
up the work as elders in this work. More will be called that the needs be filled for laborers in the field.
46 Let Terry Weaver with those the Lord will give to help, establish the work in Florida.
47 The way of truth will make you free-in obedience to the end.
48 Soon the work will be established in Australia-there is a call for help there now.
49 Many honest hearts are seeking for this final message and fulfilling of scriptures; take to them the way of life.
50 Let the work of translating and spreading the word everywhere continue. The Lord will bless all that help in this way, even in foreign fields.
51 Publish this message with the rest and place in the book, The Word of the Lord.
52 I speak that all Christendom may flow together and abide by the Bible revealing great truths; the coming forth of the Record of the Nephites, the book, and The Word of the Lord: Behold the books that will lead all mankind to eternal hope and salvation, deliverance in the Lord.
53 Yea! The Lord has used many that are truly humble to preach Christ, and the hope He provides for salvation, preserving mankind-deliverance from the fall that men might be, and men are that they might have joy.
54 Eternity has place for all that look to the Lord and view Him as their Savior, Lord and King.
55 They that are for us are greater than they that be against us.
56 Fret not, for many will see this way and come unto the full plan of God.
57 I leave peace with you and strength to bear the way. Peace to the brethren, the faithful, The Church of Christ with the message I bring. Peace upon all.
58 The way shall be one holy priesthood and that after the order of God, after the order of Jesus the Christ, the son of man. Therefore keep it sacred in its holy rites.
59 Let the teachers and deacons be ordained as elders; there are many functions of duties but one plan of authority. See that all preach and teach the same things in the precious way of love in haste.
60 I will come again until the work is finished. I am the Elias. Amen.





Message 103
March 25, 1987 | 9:40 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.

On Sunday morning, March 22, 1987, at about 3:00 a.m., the Messenger appeared and awakened me by his voice. He said, "Prepare, let your mind be at peace. I shall come to you with a message."
I quickly arose and had a good look at him, but he suddenly disappeared. The light remained as bright as noon day. The light finally left and I retired to rest. This brought me great comfort. I began fervent prayer in my heart. Before the light left, I looked at the clock and it was 3:23 a.m.
On returning home Wednesday morning, March 25, 1987, I found my home filled with the light of the resurrected. I knew the Messenger was close.
There he sat, waiting at the kitchen table. I quickly approached and acquired my writing pad. He said, "I shall give you a message."
I hope all who read these words will make it a matter of prayer and find this way of truth.
The Messenger appeared at 9:40 a.m. and left at 11:15 a.m.
The following is the message.  W.A.DRAVES


1 Behold, and Hearken! Write the message I will give you.
2 I am the Messenger of the Lord, His servant, sent to bring a warning, a cleansing and to continue to prepare a people to be the Lord's Bride when He comes.
3 I bring the priesthood authority, I speak as a fountain of truth, and with power; and with authority.
4 This is the assured way; let it be your way. I bring peace and a way of deliverance. I speak the Lord's words; His ways are just.

5 Let all be in the fields of labor as the way opens. See that all speak and teach the same things. Heed diligently and it will be well with the faithful and to all who obey and defend this cause.
6 Send the message and warnings to the ends of the earth and to all nations, tribes and peoples. Translate the message in all languages. Many will help in this.
7 The warning must go, though burdens be heavy. Let all watch and pray, for trials will come to all. Manmust come all the way.
8 Know you this, the Lord has been and will be with His people by His Spirit, and His peace shall long linger with the faithful until they become the jewels of God.
9 There are deceptions and untrust.
10 Some have and will deceive. Let it not be so among you. Let peace rule your lives. My message is one of peace and security to all who humble themselves and obey. For this is the assured way of the Lord and the Elijah message so many look for.
11 Let this voice of the Lord be heard. Let the translations continue; even to Jew and Gentile, bond and free, the dispersed and outcast, to Israel, that all may have a chance to hear the warning words.
12 I am your fellow servant. I am the Messenger Christ spake of. I am His forerunner. I am the resurrected John the Baptist.
13 Fear not those who grind their teeth-yet say, "I love the Lord," but show hate to the brethren. Woe unto all such, even in the world. Their house will be left desolate and their wealth destroyed.
14 Where is the love that rules your lives? Where is the peace that should guide your thoughts?
15 Fear not evil lurking at the heart and thoughts of man's conspiracy, from such turn away.
16 Let the church, the body of Christ, love one another in the peace of God.
17 Have you robbed God? Have you taken that which is not yours? Would you take from God's treasury and say this is mine?
18 The working of the man of sin has long been revealed and ran its course. The evil one is wounded and shall be completely broken, and in the end will not be there.
19 Be you in the circle of the Lord, telling the truth of my coming, in such you do well. The Lord's Spirit will guide and rule if you are humble, even all that hear and obey The Word of the Lord.
20 Mankind shall know The Word of the Lord is among them. Do not despair, consider your way.
21 Let all be repentant, think again, you that be leaders, lead the people in love and peace. Command peace. Let it be among you in your counsels and in your plans. Unitedly govern together.
22 It is given for man once to live, once to die, in this life of probation-being judged according to the deeds done in the flesh while here. Each destining his own destiny.
23 Be not discouraged what people may say. This is not your work, but the Lord's. He will provide and direct, but take the message to the ends of the earth. To some the grace times have closed. There are those that stand in the way and would destroy you and the work you do, if it would not first destroy them. Be you submissive to the will of God. As I speak to you, I speak to all.
24 Remember there are thousands whose hearts are tender, who are looking for The Word of the Lord who will be glad to receive the message; take to them the gospel of love.
25 Send help to Africa to build the work more firm and care for the locals. See, too, they are properly established and a proper file in records and registry.
26 It is expedient that Larry Gosier Williams and James Edwin Parker go as soon as it can be arranged. They may visit Alfred Beyeler in France and Martin Huonker on the way and where the call may claim. Encourage them.
27 See, too, that all things are in order for a blessing among the nations there. Speak the truth in love among all people.
28 Let Leonard H. Draves help in the office and records, also in the planning of finances. Let his name also appear on the deposits and signing of checks going out of the office, from the funds out of the monies. Heed the instructions and it will be well with all, that the quorums, apostles and bishops, may be properly represented in the goings on of the church work. Instructions given in the past have not been rightly arranged.
29 Let not selfishness nor greed come among you.
30 The Lord has heard the prayers of His people, and I come at His appointment. I have spoken concisely. All will be blessed in obedience.

31 Many will respond to the aid of this work.
32 Let these prepare and be added to the eldership I shall give you: Jeff O'Keefe, Scott Lyles, Thomas R. Paulson, Arlis J. Draves, Edward F. Draves, Gregory Richard, Daniel Weaver, John Jeschke, John Stephen Bulla, Willie D. Coffey, Benjamin O. Draves, Michele Balzo, Richard W. Everts, Matthew Stephens, Mark Stephens, Roy Yowell, Wolfgang Flachsmeier, Paul Rolfe, Kenneth Parker, Clifford Moss, Ken Pahutski, James Sorgen, Milo Morse, John Shur and Robert Johnson.
33 Let all that come to The Church of Christ be baptized; let the hands be laid on for the gift and gifts of the greater blessing, in the authority I bring. Peace and joy will come.
34 Let Oscar Giles know the Lord hears his prayer and will bless and bring peace in his home.
35 I am the resurrected John the Baptist, the Elias, which was for to come. I am the Messenger of the covenant, of the promise; I bring the Elijah message.
36 I will come again as the need may be. I am your fellow servant. I leave peace with you.
37 Give this message to the brethren and the church. Publish it that all may know I have spoken the Lord's will. Amen.




Message 104
May 23, 1989 | 5:35 a.m. - 7:00 a.m.

I had gone over to the church to finish some work when the Messenger appeared and spoke. It was about 5:35 a.m., May 23rd, 1989. He gave me this message. I had my paper and pencil ready as for many days I have heard many praying for the return of the Messenger to direct the work, so I was ready.
He was clothed in the same robe and the light of the resurrected filled the room. I made no light to see to write. He spoke with power as one having authority. He was with me over an hour. I sat and read the message over, prayed and pondered awhile, made a phone call and it was 7:00 a.m. Following are his words.  W.A.DRAVES


1 Behold! Hearken and write the words I will give you. I bring peace and a message of hope, to all that accept my coming, with authority I bring from the Lord. Deliverance is found only in the teachings of Christ. Only through His atoning blood can mankind find remission of sins through obedience to the gospel.
2 I come from the Lord's presence to fulfill the words of the prophets.
3 I am "that prophet" spoken of, the prophet of the highest. I am the elect one, the Messenger sent of the Lord.
4 The planning and covenant of God shall have its fulfillment. The gospel of the kingdom of God shall roll forth until it fills the earth. Shape your lives by the words of life, in God's holy plan.
5 Hear the loud voice of God. Hear the still small voice. "Oh! You people of the earth. Come out of the ways of the world," the voice of God saith, "Come all the way."
6 Through faith, repentance and the baptisms, the deliverance will be upon you.
7 Be no more oppressed and the Lord will bring you through to the truth and work of my coming.
8 It is good to know the scriptures and learn the fulfilling of all things.
9 You see the move of time, closing of conditions in the world. Israel being established in her land, her cleansing taking place, and Zion, the Americas, she also shall be cleansed.
10 Many of the world will be destroyed, because of sin-the evil is a destroyer. Come out of the world and its ways of discord.
11 The youth of many nations desire peace and a godly way of life. The spirit of good everywhere is working to destroy the adversary.
12 Look to the gospel and the faith of those that teach truth. Build yourselves into the scriptures in proof of my coming and my words which I have brought, will bring; and this way of authority.
13 Some will build which the Lord has not commanded and their works will crumble and fail.
14 Thus saith the Lord, "I am the Lord that stayed the hand of Abraham with the sword in his test of faith, obedience and trust. Descendants of his seed today will see the hand and power of God move. The adversary's powers shall be destroyed in the end."

15 The revelation of John is being unfolded in the eyes of all nations.
16 There are those the Lord has taken to their reward. Their work on earth has brought forth fruit and will remain.
17 Those that can not function in this work, their service being ended, let them be released of their responsibility and trust. Let the authority be upon those that can work in this cause.
18 Wherefore you may also have hope, and be partakers of the gift if ye will have faith. God has prepared a more excellent way and it is by faith that it has been fulfilled.
19 Let those of the twelve who can arrange to go-plan the work in foreign fields.
20 It is good that Paul Douglas Savage continue as pastor of the flock here at this time. Let all help in this work. Let love and kindness prevail.
21 Let these be added to the elders: Jim Bolan, Terry Laws, Phillip Lopez, Edward Coffey and Dennis M. Jones.
22 This is a great work, and coming to the last days, the time of the end, when the mysteries of the prophecies will be unfolded and understood.
23 Let the message be published every way possible.
24 Names in the past that have not and or will not accept their calling, let their names be removed, lest the enemy make light of the Lord's work.
25 Satan has great power and has ruined the lives of many.
26 Let all awaken to their calling and help more in this work, attending services, worship and working among the people.
27 It is good that Dale S. Milne come to Independence to help in the work, now, let him keep tidy the house of the Lord. Let him be appointed the church historian.
28 As the vacancy comes in the bishops' quorum, let Jim Sorgen prepare for the office work, love and justice continue to prevail.
29 That the apostles' quorum may again be filled in the bishopric of the church now, and as other vacancies come; Norman Lyles, Dale S. Milne, George Wilkin, James E. Parker, and Jim Bolan.
30 There are many, many, many that will help in the building of the Temple of the Lord, if it were not for the unbelief, doubt, bitterness and selfishness, among those that claim to love the Lord.
31 Some have sought to be great in the work of the Lord and have stood in the way. Leave the bitterness depart-come together in peace. The directions will come from the Lord.
32 This is my mission to bring the plans and directions to those appointed to inquire-that the will of the Lord be done according to His plan.
33 Much shaking and destructions, the death of many taken to the beyonds, their lives' work wasted because of their unbelief.
34 God in His power will have His way. The evil will not hinder when the Lord moves to do His work.
35 I have spoken, it is the Lord's will I have given. Blessings of healing and deliverance will come to all that heed and obey.
36 I will come again as the need may be. I leave peace with you and the church. Glory to His name.
37 I am John the Baptist. I am a resurrected being to do my calling. Amen.




Message 105
June 17, 1989 | 5:30 a.m.

I was up at 5:30 a.m., June 17, 1989. I had put the coffee to making, when suddenly the whole house lit up with the light of the resurrection. I knew the Messenger was here. He took me by my hand and I moved to the table where my pad and pencil laid, and began speaking. I was ready to write as he spoke. His same white robe and power and spirit accompanied him.  W.A.DRAVES


1 Behold! I come again with a message of hope and instructions in furtherance of this work of the Lord.
2 Thus far those that have listened to the word of the Lord, they shall be blessed.

3 I speak the Lord's will. I bring His words. They that heareth the words of the Lord and obey, shall be His church in very deed.
4 For behold, the time is nigh at hand when the greater power will be manifested; therefore arise to greater faith you servants of the Lord. Turn more firm to your callings and away from the traditions of men and the ways that bringeth contentions. The Lord will bless those that are humble and do His will.
5 Send what help that can be to the foreign fields, but use wisdom, to whom and where.
6 There will be signs in the earth, the sun and the moon, and great shaping. Perplexity among the nations, men's hearts failing for what they must pass through.
7 The Lord has prepared a place and a way for the righteous and those that come this way, through the waters of baptism and the laying on of hands in this authority I bring to you and the church, keep it sacred.
8 Even now the Lord instructs all to meet in your solemn assembling, and cry mightily unto Him. He will hear and manifest His will unto you-even concerning Zion.
9 Let the word be taught in its completeness, that the joy of mankind might be full under the plan of redemption. Indeed men are that they might have joy, and in as much as they have faith in the plan of God, they shall find deliverance.
10 Because of man made doctrines and traditions, the Lord's work has suffered and many are wandering in darkness.
11 Few there be that behold the truth or are desirous to bring it to pass the Lord's way.
12 Leave the past behind-its bitterness, its contentions, bring repentance, love and obedience in your hearts. Hasten, be obedient to the words I bring-for so it is spoken to all restoration-all mankind, even unto the world.
13 "To my servants," saith the Lord, "Come together in love, open the way, hear the words I send by my Messenger, obey them and it will be well with you."
14 It is good, let Larry Gosier Williams go again to Africa when it can be arranged. Help in the work there.
15 Let John D. Nazee and Festus Anyika arrange as much as possible to go among other nations and kindreds in Africa, bring them the message of life and hope in this work of God.
16 Let Dale S. Mills arrange in time to go to South Africa, to take this message to those seeking truth. Let him continue the translation to other languages. This must be done, by all who will and can help.
17 Take the message to all nations and peoples as much as it can be arranged. Plan the work wisely.
18 The Lord knoweth what He instructs to be done, in as much as obedience is done, it will be well with all. Keep the faith, hold high the standard. Endure to the end. Love is your mission.
19 In time in the days ahead, let Norman D. Lyles arrange to help in the work in Germany and elsewhere, where needed.
20 In time the Lord will call many more to help in this work. Even now there are those concerned: David Tranbery, Robert Beebe, Fred Kemp, Mark Thomase, Daniel Dalton and David B. Clark. Let them know this work is true and of the Lord.
21 I bring peace and deliverance. Keep it sacred. Amen!




Message 106
November 25, 1989 | 4:30 a.m. - 6:30 a.m.

The morning of November 25th, 1989, I awoke at 4:30 a.m., I got out of bed, dressed, and was sitting in the front room when the door opened and in walked the angel Messenger of the Lord. The light that accompanied him filled the whole house, brighter than at noonday. He took me by my right hand as he had times before, saying: "Take the message I will give you."
I quickly stepped to the kitchen table where I had writing pads and a pencil. He sat in a chair facing me and began speaking.
He had on the same white robe and strong countenance as always before. He spoke plainly and with firmness, watching and waiting as I wrote the words he spoke. Following is the message. He left about 6:30 a.m., the light  remaining as I sat reading over the message.  W.A.DRAVES
1 Behold! I come from the Lord's presence. Take the message I will give you.
2 Yea, take heed at this time, the need is great that I speak on this work and plans of the Lord. Write the words I speak.
3 Many are praying to know the truth and the will of the Lord. The authority and trust is upon you and your brethren. Keep it sacred.
4 Let none destroy the plan nor the power or sacredness of the holy priest
5 As was my coming anew to the remnant on the Temple lot to the Lord's servant, Otto Fetting, your fellow servant and leader who was faithful in his day of work-yet blindness had befallen them; they sought not further light nor direction, moreover closing their minds to my message which the Lord has sent me to bring for the work in these latter days-yet they have preserved and kept sacred the holy spot pointed out by the voice, eye and finger of the Lord-this is their blessing.
6 Now hear ye this message and be firmly established in obedience to the commandment of this baptism I bring to rid yourselves of the sins and traditions of man-made doctrines wherein Satan has deceived and befuddled the work of God.
7 Thus blindness has been in part. Now arise above it, bring it to pass of God's great plan. Receive this baptism. Build yourselves in the circle of the Lord. Will it come to pass?
8 Remember the Lord Jesus Christ is the truth, the way of life and salvation-deliverance from all sin. No other way can mankind be saved in the life of the flesh, this life of probation only. Thus mankind chooses this day what his destiny shall be in the hereafter-in the resurrection.
9 All that obey and defend this cause shall be the favored of the Lord. Try the Lord and see if He will open the windows of heaven and make you a delightsome people-mighty in His strength.
10 He that hardeneth his heart receives the lesser portion of the word, but he that will not harden his heart, to him is given the greater portion of the word and knowledge of the work in God's plan, until it is given unto him to know the mysteries of God, until he knoweth them in full.
11 Be not deceived nor tied down by the chains of the devil.
12 Can any justly say in your heart, you know nothing of my coming?
13 I am John the Baptist, a resurrected being, the Messenger of the Lord, the forerunner of the Christ, His comings. I bring the Elias or Elijah message spoken of by Christ and the prophets. I am the elect one, he to give meat in due season, the Ancient of Days, the Messenger of the covenant, the promised one to come. I speak the Lord's will and proclaim the word again before the Christ shall come. I shall be with Him when He comes to claim His Bride, the church, His jewels. Let all mankind hear.
14 Behold, seek to please the Lord. Pray not in confusion, nor of a great noise, for God loveth serenity and quiet comity, words well-said, well-spoken from the heart. Who heareth a roaring noise? Can God hear?
15 He will not bless confusion neither will He hear same.
16 The need is great that I speak on this. Swing wide the gate, let the church grow. Let the work continue everywhere. By His working Spirit great things will come to pass.
17 I bring the authority, the everlasting gospel. Heed it and the words of life and truth as taught in The Bible and The Record of the Nephites with my words.
18 Those that know the scriptures wherein speaks of my coming, the prophet like unto Moses, and all who will not hear me, "that prophet," shall not be there when the Lord counts His jewels.
19 The law and the prophets spoke until I come. Now I speak for the Lord, that the work and plans of God will be carried through and accomplished and the holy sanctuary be made possible, the Temple of the Lord.
20 Why is the rejection and contention of the Lord's people? Will you accept this baptism I bring? Rid your minds of the sins, traditions and doctrines of men.
21 Thus saith the Lord, "If you will hear and obey I will lift that which has befallen and will close up the breach thereof. I will cleanse the ruins and it shall be built as in the days of old, even the Temple of the Lord.
22 "These are my people. They have kept sacred the special spot for the Temple, the holy sanctuary of my planning," saith the Lord.
23 Choose a man who is no mocker, who is humble and of good report, to bring up the prints and plans from the instructions I have brought and will bring.

24 Do not bring the wrath of God upon your failing. Your houses will be laid waste-your children void of inheritance, if you come not into the will and circle of the Lord. Hear this message, obey this baptism, cleanse your minds of bitterness, of separations, of divisions over doctrinal points. Learn the truth, the humble gospel way.
25 The Lord does not change His mind or plans, and is no respecter of persons. He will not forget His promises, nor will He alter His standard or ways of values, but merciful and long-suffering, He would that none ignore His laws forever. Yea, not even His chosen people. Lo, the work is not yet finished, His message is valid today as when it was first uttered.
26 Thus saith the Lord, "I will give you a new heart and put a new Spirit within you, and you shall walk in my statutes. I will put my laws in your minds. There shall be peace throughout the land of Zion, and Jerusalem, and the remnant, whom I shall call my strongholds, deliverance will be there."
27 The Lord hath power to do all things which is according to His word.
28 Bring forth repentance. Prepare the way of the Lord. Walk in His paths which are straight, for behold, the kingdom of God must come-awaken to His plan. Seek ye the extra oil in your lamps and vessels, your lives and your work.
29 The Lord has waited long and now pleadeth to bring reconciliation and obedience to this way and it will be well with you.
30 Let more be added to be in the fields of labor.
31 Let all labor diligently and great blessings will follow where ever you go. The Lord wills it, and speaks it. So shall it be.
32 Lift high the standard and peace and power will be your portion.
33 Let there be added to the elders, moreover evangelists, and more as they come into this work. Before you stands an open door, enter and receive this authority: Earl Smith, RonO'Brien, M. Green, John Brisson and Thomas D. Schwartz.
34 Give this message to the church and the brethren of the Temple Lot group, and to all restoration. Hear the call of God.
35 You that shall be spared and favored of the Lord, heed the words I bring. Be converted to this great assured truth and the Lord will heal you.
36 I leave peace with you and will come again as the need may be. Amen.




Message 107
June 16, 1990 | 2:15 a.m. - 3:15 a.m.

The same Messenger that has delivered The Word of the Lord in the past came with this message at 2:15 a.m., June 16, 1990, at my home in Independence, Missouri. He was with me over an hour.  W.A.DRAVES


1 Behold! I come with a message from the Lord, that the work of the church and of the Lord's plan will move onward. Many are praying for my coming, the Lord hears their plea. Now, I bring a message of peace and progress.
2 The hearts that are humble will hear the call of God to be up and doing in this work of hope and salvation. There is much to be accomplished.
3 The power of the adversary has enthroned his influence in the minds of many, ruining the lives of those that will not learn truth and come to doctrine.
4 The Lord changes not and has been God from the beginning, shedding forth his Spirit as holy men in the past have spoken when moved by his Holy Spirit. I am the prophet born from among the brethren like unto Moses and I speak the words and will of God, the Lord Christ Jesus, creator of the universe and all things that are therein; even mankind that hear my words which the Lord putteth in my mouth.
5 Mankind creates stumbling blocks to satisfy their traditions-full well they know their traditions will come to naught, making the word of God of none effect.
6 The Lord has chosen his scribe to bring the word to the people. Will mankind hear it?
7 Let the work continue everywhere and more help and more in service for this work. The Lord is with his servant Lyles in Europe, thus calling those to help in this work of the Lord. As they
prepare that come in this way, the Lord has called them by his Spirit. Let these I shall give you be set apart as elders, moreover evangelists, to carry the message of life to others in their nations and peoples, remembering it is through Christ and His words whereby mankind shall be saved. Through His atoning blood and plan of redemption shall mankind come into His presence.
8 Let all that come into this work be baptized of water under this authority I give and receive the laying on of hands for the holy unction and power to do the work in this closing time; to bring in the reign of Christ on earth, folding in the millennium, the reign of peace, ere there cometh a new heaven and a new earth, when former things will pass away and all things be made new in the eternities.
9 Let Hans Peter Baur be set apart as an elder and evangelist to labor among his people and establish the work, let him hold together the others whom God shall call in those parts.
10 Likewise, let these be added when all come into this work. Let them work among their people and nations: Rudi Hans Renshof in the Netherlands; Paul Musial of Poland; Olaf Hareng among his acquaintance; Norbert Scharf where he can be of help; Wolfgang Flachsmeier whom the Lord has healed, let his testimony ring forth.
11 In Austria; Wolfgang Proksch, the Lord has a great work for him and will bless with great peace and much assurance. He can accomplish much with the help of Horsh Richter, elder and evangelist in his area.
12 Let these prepare for the work: Stanislav Rybarzyk and Benjamin Trambowsky; others shall be called likewise. Spread peace and deliverance everywhere and the Lord will bring all through.
13 Let there be peace in your gatherings and the weakness will turn to love and strength. Arise from lethargy. Swing wide the gate. Let the Lord's people come all the way to this plan of deliverance-receive a new heart and abundance of God's Spirit and deliverance will be made sure.
14 Take courage and boldness in this work. Peace I bring to you. Peace I leave with you and the brethren. Publish peace everywhere. This is the assured way of deliverance. Amen.




Message 108
October 14, 1990 | 3:30 a.m. - 5:39 a.m. | Independence, Missouri

I was awakened at 3:30 a.m., October 14, 1990, at my home in Independence, Missouri, U.S.A. I noticed the light that accompanies the angel Messenger, the Elias, filled the house brighter than the noon day sun.
I quickly arose, went to the kitchen, there sat the Messenger of the Lord. He arose, took me by the right hand and sat me at the table. He turned the paper tablet that I had on the table, so I could write.
He had begun to speak. He repeated so as for me to write the words of the message as he gave them.
I finished the message. He arose again, took me by my hand as he left. I followed him to the front door and I noticed the yard was as light as day outside the front of the house.
I sat and read the message through, feeling greatly blessed because of it for the church work. Also weakened very much. Having spent last week in the hospital of illness, I decided not to call anyone this early in the morning for help on the message at this moment, but went back to bed.
However, I felt to write this introduction before lying down. It was 5:39 a.m.
I worry about "adjust to the multitude" when so few listen to the angel's message, the Word of the Lord Brought to Mankind by an Angel.
Bless us all precious Lord Jesus. This same angel has visited me at various intervals for the past 53 years and 10 days.  W.A.DRAVES


1 Behold! Take the message I shall give you.
2 I come with a message of love and instruction. There are many that have prayed that I come and bring instructions and directions for the church and work at this time.
3 I am the Messenger sent from God. I am the resurrected John the Baptist. Though many of mankind do not believe now, the day comes when they will inquire of my coming. I am the Elias that is for to come as the scriptures foretell.

4 It was even revealed to Moses in his day and he discerned the future plan of the Lord God and spake saying, "a prophet like unto me," meaning himself. Also saying "like unto Moses," again himself, born from among the brethren, earthly parents.
5 The Lord God is Christ and He changes not. The creator of all things.
6 It is mankind that has created stumbling blocks, failing to grasp the truth, and has ruined the lives of many. Destroying the plan of God to make it one of none effect among men.
7 Know you this, the Lord Jesus Christ is creator and never a prophet at any time. It is unlearned mankind that speaketh otherwise. Full well they know their traditions will ease the flow with the doctrine of man, than to heed the humble truth and true traditions.
8 Let mankind respect the Lord Christ, and honor Him; His sacrifice on the cross and resurrection, bearing the sins of all that will come unto Him and receive deliverance and salvation.
9 There is no other way but to heed and obey His voice. I speak His will. I bring the message of life, speaking His words and instructions. Hear, oh hear, all mankind.
10 These days are fulfilling the Elias coming, wherein I am he that Jesus the Lord God spoke of.
11 The people perish for lack of knowledge to perform properly or progress rightly in the Lord.
12 When a man is at peace with God, even his enemies respect him.
13 Those that will not and those that have not nor will not come to the standard rule and plan of this work-let them be removed as you have done. They remove themselves.
14 Let not man's ideals be taught. The Lord is unchangeable and will not accept the follies, bickering, and ways of mankind.
15 My coming is to guide and hold steady the work of the church.











16 The works and follies of men destroys hope and brings doubt and mistrust. Some have hardness of heart and will not conform to doctrine and this work. I have relayed the authority that we might destroy the ideals and works of man's own choosing; setting his own laws.
17 See that all come to the church's teaching; all preaching the same things.
18 The work is set in pace, the doctrine and program is given; follow through.
19 The greatest days of tribulations is yet ahead, when all turmoil will break loose and few there be that shall understand, but be ye peace makers. Thus receive the greater blessing.
20 Hold the truth and faith of the church in great honor-which shall mean salvation to all that will hear this way, assured in the Lord's planning. Peace be unto all. The peace of life is gentle and kind to mankind, if he will but let peace and joy rule and obey the injunctions and words I bring. My words shall have their place in the hearts of the honest.
21 This way of truth is set firm, yet bold and sure, and the Lord will have His way with all.
22 Think again, where is wisdom in this work.
23 Use wisdom in choosing laborers.
24 The Lord accepts the work of Norman D. Lyles-seek out the members in this work. The Lord by His Spirit is with him. Success will be with him.
25 It is not wisdom that John O'Keebe in the field at this time. Let him find work in Illinois, the Lord will bless him and his family. He shall yet rejoice greatly in this work keeping the faith.
26 I will come again as the need is and the Lord directs.
27 Give this message to the brethren, the church, to those called restoration, and to all the world. Amen!
Message 109
February 11, 1991 | 6:00 a.m. - 6:45 a.m. | Independence, Missouri

Monday morning, February 11, 1991, I awakened at 6:00 a.m., at my home in Independence, Missouri, U.S.A. Because my brother Lehi is in the hospital I was not resting in my sleep. I arose, dressed and looked out to see what the weather was like. I was sitting by the table thinking of the church, the Lord, the work, the Messenger -also feeling his coming and suddenly strong presence.
The Messenger opened the door and walked toward me. I arose, we took right hands, and he moved a chair as he began to speak, sat down and gave the message. As I wrote, he repeated occasionally so as for me to get exactly what he said. Finished, he left at 6:45 a.m. It took my strength so much I retired again to rest.  W.A.DRAVES


1 Behold, I come to you again from the Lord's presence with a message of life and hope to all that hear and obey the words I bring from the Lord. Write the message I will give you.
2 Many prayers are uttered that I speak the Lord's will and bring instructions and hope-deliverance to the faithful.
3 Thus saith the Lord, "Come all ye faithful and I will open the way before you. I will bless your efforts and my Spirit shall fill your souls with joy and gladness.
4 "I have sent my forerunner, John the Baptist, to govern the plan before my return to claim the faithful-my jewels-all that obey my commands and instructions, the directions of progress.
5 "My servant Norman D. Lyles has searched out many members and of those of this special work; I have called them. My angel servant John has directed the work.
6 "Let Heinrich Repp, Adam Repp, Manfred Marks, and Hans Peter Baur be ordained unto this authority, a double portion of the holy unction of God as elders, evangelists and disciples of this work in the Europe area. In time there will be twelve disciples of the work management for Europe. By my Spirit and calling the quorum of twelve disciples shall be filled.
7 "Let the printing press be established there and the work to go to other parts and carry this work far and wide," saith the Lord.
8 This is the instructions and directions I have been sent to give you and the church. Give to the brethren and to all. Remember, God is just.
9 Let the quorums meet and plan the work with the Spirit to guide. Use wisdom in all your planning. This is a concise message, conveyed upon all them that believe.
10 Let the work continue, all preaching and teaching the church's doctrine, truth and obedience. Thus obey the instructions and follow through.
11 I will come again as the need be and the Lord will direct. I leave peace with you. Amen.




Message 110
June 19, 1991 | 2:06 a.m. - 3:40 a.m. | Independence, Missouri

I was awakened at my home in Independence, Missouri, U.S.A., June 19, 1991, at 2:06 a.m. by the light of the Messenger. I arose quickly and hurried to the table in the kitchen. There the Messenger was waiting. The whole house was filled with light. He had on the white robe he always wears. We shook hands. He began to speak, I began to write. He was with me until 3:40 a.m. Following is the message.  W.A.DRAVES


1 Arise, give ear and take the message I will give you. I come from the Lord's presence at His command and when there is a need. Many are praying for the furtherance of this work.
2 You are the Lord's scribe. For this work


were you born. The Lord is your shield and
preserver. His strength is given to sustain you.
3 Worry not about false claims by ungodly persons; they seek to destroy, but first to destroy themselves.

4 I speak sternly and with concise words to all that will humble themselves before the Lord.
5 Let all turn away from the past of sins and traditions of men that will not save you.
6 God's peace and power shall reign-for in Zion the place of peace-a nation of righteousness-wherein obedience shall reign and the gospel of salvation shall be found.
7 Ye that hear the whispering of God's Spirit how that it mellows the hearts of men-yea, even all that hear and obey: great things shall transpire before you, the sick healed, the lame walk, the blind be made to see. The greater power shall be given.
8 I am John the Baptist, the prophet of the Lord that shall bind God's work together in the gathering of Israel to their promised land and fully establish in their cleansing their hearts and learning of the Holy One, the deliverer, the Christ.
9 Yea, they shall learn of the Christ, the Savior and Messiah of all mankind, yea all the earth. Those that hear shall be delivered, redeemed and be saved in their inheritance, all that shall be with them serving the Lord. For they need not fear, nor be confounded.
10 It is the kingdom of this world which is ruled by the Devil which is built up among men-which are of the flesh-that must come to an end.
11 It is the Lord's will that the work be helped in Germany that it be developed to govern The Church of Christ there, bringing souls to salvation. Let it continue.
12 There and elsewhere many will come into this work; the call is from God. Let these be added to the elders, evangelists, moreover disciples: Bernd Stelter and Robert Beck. By the Spirit of God upon them more will be added to their numbers.
13 In time twelve disciples shall control and be over the work there as I told you, in concordance with the apostles here, properly represenin accord with the rights and laws of the government.
14 Fear not, the Lord has sent me and I have spoken His will.
15 Let all that will as they come in this work, be baptized and receive the gifts of the Spirit, and authority to preach and teach salvation to




manthrough the atoning blood of Jesus Christ, for salvation is to all mankind that will hear and obey, all preaching the same truths.
16 It is good that the women help all they can-aiding their companions and the work, aiding in the records and translations into other languages. Let the work spread elsewhere as much as the way opens.
17 Let the sacred rites be preserved and kept holy in the Lord's Spirit. Be ye clean vessels of the Lord.
18 Let these be added to the elders: Jim Bolan, Marvin Zink, Robert Esler, Bruce Easiley, Darrell Bellamy, Carlos Bravo, and Derrick Rodgers.
19 Let these be added elders and evangelists: John Dawson, David Priest, Josef Weber, Joseph Hunter, George Nearing, Wayne Miller, Victor S. Idim, P. L. Osinde, W. John Koystra, and Gideon A. Fedhe.
20 When these come in this work let them be ordained and set apart as elders, evangelists and first disciples in the Philippines: Edward Cakin Simpay and Xavier G. Prado. In time others there will be called, even by the Lord's Spirit. There shall be twelve disciples, the leading ministry in this work there. Others and the plan will be revealed by the Holy Spirit of the Lord.
21 Let the full gospel plan be taught. All must come in by the door, the baptisms under this authority and receive the laying on of hands, the Holy Spirit shall be given.
22 Yea, and moreover, this holy unction in a double measure shall be upon them, given of God as you lay on the hands. Bring them into this work. The Lord's work must be fully established.
23 It is the Lord's will that the two apostles, Norman D. Lyles and Larry Gosier Williams, go to the Philippines baptizing and ordaining and setting up the church there in those parts that it may grow elsewhere, fast and far, as time is folding in when the Lord's coming shall take place. The powers of darkness must come to an end.
24 "Come bout of her," saith the Lord, "let this work be fully established. Let the brethren continue their journey on to India, Africa, Germany, and France."
25 Peace I leave with you and the church. I will come again as the Lord directs. Amen.
Message 111
September 22, 1991 | 3:30 a.m. - 4:05 a.m.

On September 22, 1991, Sunday morning, 3:30 a.m., I could not sleep. I arose, dressed, and was sitting at the table when the Messenger of the Lord was near. He walked in the front door saying these words as he approached me. "I come from the Lord's presence." He took my hand and was seated. He was with me about 35 minutes.  W.A.DRAVES


1 Write the message I shall give you.
2 The work has been accepted thus far of The Church of Christ, with the message I bring. Let it continue here and elsewhere, far and wide. You have seen the changes in world activities-the powers not of God are going down. A more peaceful way is coming. However, the greatest havoc is yet to come.
3 Lo, the Lord is grieved because of the churches, the people called restoration, not heeding the plan of God; the authority I bring; nor the instructions even of the prophets of old; nor Christ's words pertaining to the Temple of the Lord, the sanctuary of the Lord.
4 Thus saith the Lord, "Where is the house built unto me? You live in your sealed houses-with sealed set minds-established in your own man made and evil doctrines. Even establishing false teachings of how the God of heaven, creator of the universe is to speak to mankind-ignoring the plan of God; having a form of godliness, but denying the power thereof. Therefore your failure is in not hearing the truth as it comes, making The Word of the Lord of none effect.
5 "I have given the holy priesthood, the power and authority of God, by the hands of my Messenger, mine angel, my forerunner, but so called 'restoration' has added to: offices, officers, and creeds I do not accept. Again, without authority, and lack of true authority and doctrine of salvation, because of high prominency and great titles, you are empty of the Lord.
6 "Let all repent and receive this authority I send for mankind, the pure love of God," saith the Lord Jesus Christ. Amen.
7 When Howard Leighton-Floyd comes in this work and there cometh a vacancy in the quorum of apostles-let him take his place among them.
8 As these are prepared for this holy unction and the eldership, let them be ordained: Howard Leighton-Floyd, Albert Leighton-Floyd, Bruce Staley, James Naslund, John M. Berger and Richard Smith.
9 When there cometh a vacancy in the bishop's quorum-let Jairus Yates be set apart a bishop.
10 As new locals are established, let elders and evangelists be set apart to carry the work on.
11 Again, those called in the past, who will not or have not accepted their calling in this work, remove their names from the records lest the adversary maketh mischief toward this work.
12 Let The Word of the Lord bear words of truth and salvation unto victory and deliverance.
13 As I speak to you I speak to all who will hear the voice of one seeking to remove all confusion.
14 I will come again as the need shall be. I am the resurrected John the Baptist. Amen.




Message 112
April 4, 1992 | 2:48 a.m. | Independence, Missouri

The Messenger, John the Baptist, came into my home in Independence, Missouri, April 4, 1992 at 2:48 a.m.
I could not sleep, because of grieving over the passing of brother L. M. Thornton. I was dressed in my day clothes and was seated by the table reading The Word of the Lord.
He took me by my right hand and seated himself at the table. He was clothed with the resurrection light that filled the entire home.
He spoke slowly as I wrote the message down, repeating occasionally, so I could be sure to write each word he spoke. Here is the message.  W.A.DRAVES



1 Behold, again I bring a message of hope and life to all that will accept my coming and the words I bring from the Lord.
2 "Yea," saith the Lord, "I have sent my Messenger. Will the people hear him? I have not spoken in secret or in hiding. He has spoken my words and will. It shall stand, for this is my pleasure. I know the end from the beginning and I have planned deliverance to all that will call on my name in righteousness, in humility before me.
3 "If my people will be faithful and hold to the instructions I send, they will find salvation and deliverance. Many are honest in heart and seek to know the truth. This is truth to learn this marvelous work. The power of the evil shall lose in the end.
4 "Study the words I send that my Messenger brings to you. Let your minds be illuminated in peace, and joy will rule your lives," saith the Lord.
5 Let none take part in this work until they come in by the door of baptism and are repentant of their sins and traditions of men, their manmade doctrines and styles of worship. Let none teach or preach that are not a part of this work. Let all learn the truth and come to this work. Salvation is of the Lord. Praise ye the Lord. Let the hands of the faithful carry on. Zion must come forth.
6 Again I say, let all come together in the service of the Lord, and the Lord will meet with them in the hour of their humility revealing the things of the kingdom, for all have a work to do. Let love fill your hearts that it will be said, "See how they love one another."
7 They that are of God and are humble, seeking the Spirit and find it in righteous acts, showing charity beyond measure, will have the greater power and their works will stand the test.
8 Seek not for prominency, nor praise of mankind, for such show their nothingness and will not endure the sword of truth and justice. Those that will not qualify or prepare to work in God's will nor attain to the Holy Spirit, their evils will find them out in their failures.
9 Let the faithful be true, upright, and honest so that the spirit of peace will be upon them. Watch against the days to come wherein many





will suffer, but shape your lives by the words I bring and it will be well with you.
10 Let those that reject the message I bring from the Lord be released from their trust and responsibility-for they deny my coming-and the Lord rejects them. Therefore, let them have no part in this work, for their hearts are not true and not in the Lord's will. All those that oppose and fight against this work, except they repent, their end will be sad. They cannot overthrow the Lord's work.
11 Remember the Lord has called and chose men to direct this work. Keep your calling sacred. What you bind on earth is bound in heaven. What you loose on earth is loosed in heaven.
12 Trust the Lord, likewise that you may be trusted. Remember, God is just.
13 Let the apostles and disciples the world over know their great responsibility rests with caring for the flock, the saints of God.
14 Before you stands an open door, move onward through it. Go forth, swing wide the gate. Pray much and the way will open. Let all learn this way. Take courage. Keep the vigilance. The Lord will comfort all that come unto Him. Be humble, be not troubled, be overcomers in the Lord's way.
15 The work the brethren have done in the Philippines has been pleasing in the sight of the Lord. Likewise, elsewhere, so far.
16 It is good and the Lord's will these be disciples: Rolando Bucayong, Rodillo Bajao as has been, and Cesario B. Gorres.
17 When Kanasha S. Wilfred comthis way, let him be an elder, evangelist and disciple; to the evangelist and disciple, Victor Diaz; to the elders as they prepare: Levon David Moore, Edward R. Sechrest Jr., Phillip Meihls, Edgar Padayhag, Jimmy Locsin, John Decker, and Todd H. Hayes when he cometh this way.
18 Those that will prepare to labor in the Lord's work, receive the message of life and come all the way, shall find peace, deliverance and rest to your souls.
19 I will come again as the need may be. I am "that prophet," the Messenger of the Lord, John the Baptist. Amen
Message 113
June 15, 1992 | 2:15 a.m. - 4:18 a.m.

I was awakened at 2:15 a.m., June 15, 1992, by the presence and light of the Messenger, John the Baptist.
I arose quickly and proceeded to the kitchen table. The Messenger took my right hand and placed himself, as well as I, at the table. He began to speak.
I wrote as he spoke. The whole house was lit up and the Spirit of God was very strong. He was with me till 4:18 a.m. Following is the message.  W.A.DRAVES


1 I come with a message from the Lord. I bring refreshing to all who will hear my words the Lord has put in my mouth. I come to speak His words, complying with His Spirit, will, and plan.
2 I am John the Baptist. I was resurrected when the Christ arose. I am he to go before the Lord to prepare His way, to prepare a people to be His Bride when He returns to claim His jewels, the elect ones.
3 This message is to the appointed and anointed ones of this work to be taken to all the world. All that hear and obey will find peace to their souls. My message is one of love to all that obey it.
4 The Lord Jesus is the resurrection and the life. He is the Savior, Redeemer, and King of all mankind. All that hear and obey have right to the tree of life and to eternity. His glory shall overshadow them.
5 I bring the authority that His Bride, The Church of Christ, shall be fully established and prepared to bring in the Zion of the Lord; the way of eternal peace.
6 I speak in all due regards, this is the assured way. Make straight the path of the righteous, for the way is cone eternal round.
7 May the people of the Lord take on new courage, for He will give a new heart to all that hear and come this way of authority and deliverance. The servants of the Lord speaking kindly to all and to one another.
8 This is a day of gathering and bringing all to see the redemption of mankind, for the Lord gave Himself a ransom that man might be brought back to the will and plan and the Father sees it well done.
9 Publish the messages I bring, let them go to all the world. Teach repentance and salvation. Forgiveness is to all that repent and obey the call of God. Go forth, do the things the Lord says must be done.
10 Blessed are the meek and all that consecrate themselves to serve the Lord. They shall enter the rest of the Lord and shall be preserved while the indignation passes over.
11 Keep the faith, be diligent, hold to vigilance and the sunlight of righteousness shall over shadow with healing in His wings. Study deeply the words I bring and it will work well with you. As you believe the words of the Lord and the prophets, and obey, Satan has no power on you.
12 Mankind of the world today is divided and separated by unkind boundaries. Therefore, the need for more governing disciples in the nations. There are many nations and the need calls for disciples in each nation as the Spirit will call, let it be so. Prayers have been uttered that the Lord speak on this, I speak His will. The time is short, coming to a close.
13 Let the elders and evangelists hold the work together; the disciples to govern and direct. Let all be at work.
14 The time will come when the need will be for Leonard H. Draves to arrange to spend much time in the office and work in headquarters. The letters of encouragement and records will require his time. Let the work not suffer. Move firmly in the adjustment.
15 Work in the fields of harvest will require much attention. Let James E. Parker assist in this.
16 The work in India has been accepted of the Lord.
17 Let all have The Word of the Lord, study and bring all to this great truth for adjustments and corrections. Hold firm and active.
18 Likewise, the work in Africa, is a call for more attention and as the people come into this work, they need the teaching, training and learning the plan and will of God; this authority that I bring must have its flow.
19 The Spirit will reveal to the chosen apostles to know the plan and need of the people, adjusting to the design of haste.
20 In time other changes will come. I will come again, as the need shall be. Amen

Message 114
August 23, 1992 | 4:30 a.m. - 6:00 a.m.

I was not able to sleep, so arose and dressed. I felt perhaps the Messenger would come.
On August 23, 1992, at about 4:30 a.m., the Messenger came in as I was seated at the kitchen table. I arose, took his hand and seated him. I had my pad of paper ready. The influence of the spirit and power of the resurrected was very strong. He was with me about an hour and a half.
W.A.DRAVES