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The Path to Magnificence
Sermon by Mark SchindlerCaptain Ed Hall, a decorated war hero, faced immense shame and guilt for failing to live up to the high standards expected of him as a soldier and son. Despite his valor in combat, earning promotions and the Silver Star, he was charged with collaborating with the enemy during his time in a Korean prisoner of war camp. Overwhelmed by the testimony of fellow prisoners who accused him of betrayal, including informing on an escape attempt that led to deaths and torture, he was consumed by remorse. His father, a distinguished career officer, reacted with rage and disappointment, wishing his son had died instead of his younger brother. Racked with guilt, Captain Hall initially wanted to plead guilty and escape the weight of his failure. The court ultimately found him guilty of collaboration for not adhering to the basic rule of repeating only name, rank, and serial number, thus giving the enemy an opening. His failure to meet the expected standards of loyalty and endurance under pressure left him isolated, burdened by the fear of loneliness and the shame he brought upon himself and his family.
Missing the Mark (Part One)
CGG Weekly by Mike FuhrerWhat is the mark that we so often miss? Most of the time, it is this newly revealed half, the spiritual intent of the law, the standard that God set for us.
Sin Is Spiritual!
'Ready Answer' by Richard T. RitenbaughMany people divide sin into physical and spiritual sins, but the Bible clearly says that all sin is lawlessness.
Elements of Motivation (Part Six)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughEven though sin offers fleeting pleasure, we must learn to intensely hate sin, regarding this product of Satan as a destroyer of everything God loves.
New Covenant Priesthood (Part Ten)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughOur obligation toward God mandates that we love our fellow human beings, even individuals who have severely wronged us.
Sin (Part One)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThough relatively neutral at its inception, human nature is subject to a deadly magnetic pull toward self-centeredness, deceit, and sin.
New Covenant Priesthood (Part Eleven)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughPride destroys relationships, rendering righteous judgment next to impossible. Self-righteousness (a product of pride) makes an idol out of self.
Sovereignty and 'Once Saved Always Saved'
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThose who believe in the "once saved always saved" doctrine fail to see that God has a more extensive and creative plan for mankind than merely saving him.
Samson and the Christian (Part 1)
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughSamson had what it took but made horrible mistakes and lapses in judgment. God can use people despite their flawed character.
Perfection...Piece by Piece
'Ready Answer' by Mike FordWhat is perfection? Does God require perfection of us? The Bible defines perfection in a surprising way, and tells to what standard God holds us accountable.