Playlist: Exaggeration (topic)
Lying
Sermonette by Mike FordTwo articles, 'Why We Lie: The Science Behind Our Deceptive Ways,' and 'Why Do We Lie?' both proclaim that lying is expedient, therapeutic, and beneficial.
Passing on an Untruth
Commentary by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Ty Cobb was perhaps the best baseball player ever, but his reputation was destroyed by media hucksters. The entire narrative was a blatant lie.
More On Lying - An Apology
Commentary by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)We need to be careful absorbing articles and blogs which may conform to our preconceived view of things, but do not necessarily conform to the truth.
The Ninth Commandment
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)We must embody truth as did Jesus Christ, absolutely refusing to bear false witness in our words, our behavior, and our cumulative reputation.
The Incomprehensibility of Our Great God
Commentary by Martin G. CollinsWestern society is increasingly using exaggerations or superlatives to describe the ordinary and mundane. Everyone will give an account of all idle words.
The Witty Side of God's Inspiration
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Martin G. CollinsJesus Christ was a master of satire, word play, absurdity, irony, sarcasm, and exaggeration. Humor in the Bible reveals one dimension of God's personality.
Escape From Box Canyon
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughGod forced Israel either to trust Him completely for deliverance or to return to their slavery. One of the greatest miracles in history has a lesson for us.