Playlist: Faith and the Calendar (sermon series)
John W. Ritenbaugh
Faith and the Calendar (Part One)
Is God Faithful in His Oversight?The issue is not mathematical or astronomical, but instead a matter of trust in God's faithfulness, authority, sovereignty, oversight, or ability to govern.
Faith and the Calendar (Part Two)
Who Is Responsible for the Calendar?The real issue in the calendar controversy is not astronomical, but faith in God's sovereignty, providence, and His right to assign responsibility.
Faith, Hope, and the Worship of God (Part Three)
A Calendar ApplicationUsing assumptions, some have concocted some nine conflicting calendars. The preservation of the oracles has not been entrusted to the church but to the Jews.
Faith, Government, and the Calendar (Part Four)
Principles of Government & the Calendar IssueThe calculated Hebrew calendar reflects God's faithfulness in providing His children a reliable calendar. Concocting one's own calendar is presumptuous.
Faith and the Calendar (Part Five): Summary
Wrapping up the Calendar IssueGod assigned the tribe of Judah to be the caretakers of the oracles. The real issue in this controversy is faith in God's sovereignty and His faithfulness.
A Calendar Summary
The Dangers of Calendar ChangeGod gave us a calendar, assigning the responsibility for its maintenance to the nation of Israel, not to the church or private individuals.