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The Light of the World

Sermonette by David C. Grabbe

Christ's teachings on the Eighth Day revolved around light and darkness, and twice on that Holy Day He proclaimed that He is the Light of the World.


A Light To The World

Commentary by Mark Schindler

Exposure to more than two hours per day on digital screens lowers scores on thinking and language tests. We must not abandon our children to smartphones.


How Bright is Your Light?

Sermonette by Ryan McClure

Do we let our lights shine through our lives by godly conduct, or are we trying to blend in with the world, compromising so as not to stand apart?


Armor of Light

Sermonette by Bill Onisick

God commands His people to walk in the light, radiating the unfathomable brilliance of the Father and Son Who are within them.


The Prophesied Creation of Light

'Prophecy Watch' by Charles Whitaker

The apostle Paul finds prophecy in Genesis 1:3, 'Let there be light.' God's words foretell His ongoing creation of spiritual lights in a dark world.


Parable of the Light

Bible Study by Martin G. Collins

One of Jesus' most remembered sayings concerns the Parable of the Light. The Bible Study explains how we can let our light shine both in the world and at home.


Everlasting Light

Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Martin G. Collins

God's Spirit illumines the truth to the core of our beings. We must exemplify light in our testimony and behavior, anticipating our future glory of the New Jerusalem.


Are You Light In The Lord?

Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Martin G. Collins

Light is a revealer of truth and a means to expose error. When we receive God's Holy Spirit with Christ dwelling in us, we become a light to the world.


A Clean, Well-Lighted Place

Sermon by David F. Maas

As ambassadors, we have the responsibility to be lights, quietly modeling God's Law in our lives by exemplifying the fruits of the Spirit continuously.


Success in This World

Sermon by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

We must invest in our own self-improvement and preparation, continually striving against stagnation and deterioration, and the powerful pulls of the world.


An Illuminating Prophecy

CGG Weekly by Charles Whitaker

Paul links God's ancient command, uttered on the first day of Creation of the physical world, to His ongoing spiritual work with mankind.


The Miracles of Jesus Christ: Healing a Man Born Blind (Part One)

Bible Study by Martin G. Collins

Only John records Jesus' healing of the man born blind, which shows Christ calling a people for Himself despite the efforts of the Jewish leaders to deter Him.


What is Acceptable to the Lord

Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Martin G. Collins

While Jesus associated with harlots and publicans, He did not condone their works nor had fellowship with the works of darkness. We must follow His example.


Christians in the Spotlight

Sermon by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

We must let our lights shine by our moderation, self-control, attitude, and behavior, realizing that we are reflecting the characteristics of God Almighty.


Matthew (Part Six)

Sermon/Bible Study by John W. Ritenbaugh

Those who are meek are capable of anger but keep it under control. They are humble, open-minded, willing to listen, don't jump to conclusions, and aren't defensive.


Believing is Seeing

Sermonette by Joseph B. Baity

We must walk in God's truth, seeing the spiritual path a little bit at a time until we arrive in the New Jerusalem, needing no external illumination.


Glorify You Me

Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John O. Reid

The purpose of our calling is not the place of safety, but that we glorify God, following the example of Jesus Christ.


The Healing of a Man Born Blind (Part Two)

Sermon by Martin G. Collins

All of us have been born spiritually blind and have spent a great deal of our early lives in total darkness, oblivious to our need for salvation.


The Blind See

Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

The man born blind from birth depicts the hopeless spiritual blindness of most of the earth. Only Jesus can release the world from spiritual blindness.


The Healing of a Man Born Blind (Part One)

Sermon by Martin G. Collins

Ironically, the blind man who could not see physically eventually sees spiritually, but the Pharisees, who could see physically, could not see spiritually.


Lollapolooza

Sermonette by Charles Whitaker (1944-2021)

The word 'lollapalooza' was used in World War II to detect Japanese infiltrators, whose language habits obliterated the r/l distinction common in English.


John (Part Sixteen)

Sermon/Bible Study by John W. Ritenbaugh

The closer we get to God, the more likely we will have persecution, but also the greater and more real He becomes and the more likely we will serve Him correctly.


What Is Happening Is Ordained of God

Sermon by Mark Schindler

As we look at the insanity around us, we need to remember that our citizenship is in heaven. We cannot allow pride to draw us into the controversy before us.


Seeking God's Will (Part Seven): Conclusion

Sermon by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

As we walk in the light, we will prove to ourselves and others that God's way is best. Wisdom and understanding will accrue by keeping God's commandments.


The Unspeakable Gift

Sermonette by Levi W. Graham

Though Paul planted, and Apollo watered, God gave abilities as well as the increase. If God had not supervised the process, each gift would have no use.


You Have Not So Learned Christ

Sermon by Martin G. Collins

While the truth of Christ has the power to elevate, our worldly orientation blinds us, dulls our minds, and pulls us downward to abject slavery to sin.


Four Views of Christ (Part 6)

Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh

Christ provides a model of how to live a godly life in the flesh, living life the way God lives it. Using His light, we can navigate our way in this world.