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Leadership and Covenants (Part One)
'Personal' from John W. RitenbaughThe matter of leadership, whether nationally, locally, at home, on the job, or on the team, has perpetually vexed mankind, a problem rooted in the very beginning as seen in Genesis 3:16-19. In the singular episode in Eden, Adam and Eve failed to exercise leadership by disobeying God's simple command, a choice that has burdened billions with far more difficult lives. Their abdication of leadership led all of humanity to fall from the pinnacle of innocence in which they were created. God intended Adam and Eve to be leaders in guiding their children to live righteous lives, yet their success was mixed at best. Their first child, Cain, became a murderer, killing his brother Abel, following the pattern of sin initiated by his parents. As the Genesis narrative unfolds, leadership worldwide grew so corrupt that only Enoch and Noah stood out by living righteously, contrasting sharply with the violent Nephilim and the pervasive wickedness of man. In Isaiah and Ezekiel, God indicts the leadership of Judah across all societal levels for causing moral chaos and leading the people astray. Isaiah 3:12 reveals a root cause of their troubles, lamenting that those who lead cause the people to err and destroy the way of their paths. Ezekiel 34:1-10 further charges the shepherds of Judah—figures of authority from national leaders to local guides—with failing to provide, protect, and guide, thus neglecting their responsibilities. The critical role of parental leadership is evident in Adam and Eve's failure to fully follow through on God's teachings, resulting in the tragic outcome of Cain's actions. Despite this, God's judgment remains fair, holding each individual accountable for their own record, underscoring the serious responsibility of righteousness and the consequences of sin. Godly leadership, essential for societal stability, must be cultivated within families practicing godly ways, a principle not widely upheld and contributing to societal decay.
Crisis of Leadership
Commentary by Richard T. RitenbaughOur leaders behave like self-indulgent children, feasting in the morning, enjoying the perks of their office, ignoring the problems of the country.
Leadership and the Covenants (Part One)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)We qualify to lead by internalizing the covenants, not only believing God, but doing what He says, realizing that the covenants are not complicated.
The Role of Women
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsEven though feminist leaders have attacked the Bible for allegedly denigrating and demeaning women, God's Word emphasizes the honor and dignity of women.
The Problem Of Leadership
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The demise of society is caused by the lack of leadership within the family. The breakdown of society derives from the breakdown and of the family.
Abdicate
Sermonette by Ryan McClureIn 1936, British King Edward VIII abdicated for the woman he loved. Satan's pride and Adonijah's presumptuousness urged them to leave their ordained positions.
Let Boys Be Boys!
'Prophecy Watch' by Richard T. RitenbaughBoys and men are getting a bad rap in America these days. The Old Testament prophets predicted just such a trend in the last days of a nation.
A Woman's World
'Prophecy Watch' by Richard T. RitenbaughIt is no longer primarily a man's world, and God's Word has a great deal to say about a society when feminism rules the day.
Wonderful Women
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsAccording to God's vision of the institution of marriage, when man and wife follow the rule of submission and sacrificial love, patriarchy is a blessing.
God's Pattern of the Family
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsThe family structure, with assigned orders of responsibility (not orders of importance implying superiority or inferiority), is paramount to God's plan.
In Search of a Clear World View (Part Seven)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The modern nations of Israel, by turning its back on the truth, has blown its opportunity for moral leadership every bit as much as ancient Judah did.
Prove Yourself A Man!
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsMasculine leadership is demonstrated by men who embrace God's commandments, love and protect their wives, and instill a love of God's truth in their children.
Marriage and the Bride of Christ (Part Three)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsIn the order of creation, the husband was designated as the leader. From the Garden of Eden to the present, there have been problems with this arrangement.
Deuteronomy (Part 3)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughOur goal shouldn't merely be to be saved, but to finish the spiritual journey God has prepared for us, developing the leadership to help those who follow.
Many Are Called, But Few Are Chosen (Part Seven)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsThe letters to the seven churches of Revelation warn of losing our first love, heeding false teachers, compromising God's Truth, and forgetting right doctrine.
Jehoshaphat
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughAfter several catastrophes, Jehoshaphat finally became convinced that any decision without God in the picture is patently stupid.