Playlist: Belief Systems (topic)
Belief and the Firstfruits
Sermonette by David C. GrabbeGod has blessed the firstfruits with precious belief and knowledge which must be protected, guarded, nourished and exercised so it will not slip away.
Belief with Obedience
Sermon by John O. ReidBelieving forms the foundation of unity, for a lack of believing the truth is precisely what divides the world, and only universal belief in truth will ever bring mankind together. Those called and given God's truth have been blessed greatly, though they remain small and weak in the world's eyes. Jesus Christ taught that …
Does Doctrine Really Matter? (Part Nine)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughBelief systems form through a largely informal process called cosmology—the study of the world—which produces one's worldview, the lens through which a person interprets life and makes decisions. While most people develop their worldview unconsciously through life experience, certain ancient thinkers, particularly …
Why Do You Believe What You Believe?
Sermonette by Craig SablichWhy are we taking ten days out of our lives, putting 10% of our income aside, bringing ourselves to a vacation mecca but seemingly not doing whatever we want?
Does Doctrine Really Matter? (Part Eight)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughFaith is difficult enough to maintain on its own, but greatly confused when the pastor dilutes correct doctrine with 'benign' false doctrine from the world.
Man's Greatest Challenge (Part One)
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughIt is almost impossible to make sense out of this world if we try to process the voluminous information available in these days of exploding knowledge.
Does Doctrine Really Matter? (Part One)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe strife between this world's belief systems shows that God did not originate them. False teachings are dangerous because they can erode the faith.
In the Name of Islam
Commentary by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The entire Koran has been plagiarized from other religions (including the Bible) and has absolutely no inspiration from God.
The Thinking Mind
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Martin G. CollinsIn the current toxic culture, we have been warned not to be conformed to the world, but to become transformed into the glorious likeness of Christ.
The First Commandment: Idolatry
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughIdolatry is the most frequently committed sin, seen in five commandments. God challenges us to either defend our body of beliefs or drop them in favor of His.
Hebrews: A Message for Today
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe book of Hebrews provides reasons to recapture flagging zeal, focusing on the reason for our hope and faith, establishing Christ's credentials.
The Parable of the Leaven, Expanded
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughBitterness divides one member of Christ's Body from another. Individuals often look for a 'doctrinal' reason to justify leaving a congregation.