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All About Edom (Part Four): Obadiah and Edom's Sin
'Prophecy Watch' by Richard T. RitenbaughBecause of the long conflict between Israel and Edom, one might think that Obadiah would gladly predict the Edomites' downfall, yet he laments Edom's horrible end.
All About Edom (Part Five): Obadiah and God's Judgment
'Prophecy Watch' by Richard T. RitenbaughThe latter half of the prophecy of Obadiah provides clues to the timing and extent of Edom's prophesied demise for its hatred of the people of Israel.
All About Edom (Part Three): Obadiah
'Prophecy Watch' by Richard T. RitenbaughThe Bible's most comprehensive prophecy about Edom appears in Obadiah. This "minor" prophet foretells the future for the descendants of Esau.
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.
All About Edom (Part Two)
'Prophecy Watch' by Richard T. RitenbaughEsau was prophesied to be the father of a nation, Edom, and the Bible gives us plenty of clues about the character of his descendants.
All About Edom (Part One)
'Prophecy Watch' by Richard T. RitenbaughThe twin sons of Isaac, Esau and Jacob, are a classic model of sibling rivalry, and their contentious relationship has had a tremendous impact on history.
Esther (Part Three)
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughHaman was the treacherous offspring of King Agag, and Mordecai was the godly descendant of King Saul. Their pairing in Esther provides a sequel to I Samuel 15.
Israel's Long War
'WorldWatch' by Richard T. RitenbaughWhile the 2023 Israel-Hamas War shocked the world, it may not signal the end. These two peoples have been fighting for millennia. Other signs must be present.
Concerning Edom
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe prophet Obadiah sorrowfully dramatizes God's judgment upon Edom (Esau) for his hatred, haughtiness, and pride, and how and why Edom will be annihilated.
Meet the Minor Prophets (Part Two)
'Prophecy Watch' by Richard T. RitenbaughThe twelve books of the Minor Prophets—including Amos, Obadiah, Jonah, and Micah—are often overlooked in favor of the Major Prophets and the four gospels.
The Prophecies of Balaam (Part Two)
'Prophecy Watch' by Richard T. RitenbaughBalaam, a Mesopotamian soothsayer, has four oracles in God's Word. Despite coming from an enemy of God's people, these oracles are true and worth our study.
The King of the South
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe King of the South (Daniel 11:40) might be a confederation of Arabic/Islamic nations continually at war with the people of Israel.
The Divine Warrior
Sermon/Bible Study by Richard T. RitenbaughThis message presents a cohesive biblical theology of God as the Divine Warrior, a central image revealing His righteous power, justice, and mercy. Divine warfare is not a relic of primitive religion, but instead a profound expression of God's sovereign authority and redemptive purpose throughout Scripture. Beginning with the Exodus and Red Sea deliverance, God is shown fighting for His people, not through miraculous intervention, teaching them to trust in His power: "The Lord will fight for you." This theme continues in Joshua's encounter with the "Commander of the Lord's army," identified as the pre-incarnate Christ, and in the recurring title, "Lord of Hosts" ( Yahweh Sabaoth) , the sovereign commander of heaven's armies who rules over all earthly and cosmic powers. The later sections ( Isaiah, Deuteronomy, Revelation) deepen this portrayal wicked nations, expressing divine justice against evil, not cruelty. His sovereign right to judge and to show mercy, as Paul explains in Romans, reflecting His absolute holiness. The vision culminates in Revelation 19, where Christ appears as the victorious Warrior -King, who defeats evil, vindicating the righteous, establishing eternal peace. Divine warfare ultimately revealing God's redemptive Justice. Christ's battle is not for destruction, but for the renewal of creation and the triumph of His kingdom. God's might in battle embodies His sovereign justice, covenantal love, and ultimate victory over evil- calling His people to awe, trust, and worship.