In the book of Revelation the resurrected saints are referred to as being the firstfruits. This earlier and smaller harvest consists of those who ... 1. have been called by God, 2. have accepted the call and chosen, and 3. have remained faithful to the end.

Fred Whitlark

United Church of God Pastor

member COG since 1972,  married in 1976, 3 children, 9 grand kids, retired after 38 years in I/T, part time Personal Trainer,  ordained in 1988.