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Jesus Christ's Trial (Part Two)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsThe lineage of Jesus Christ, as it pertains to His messianic claims, aligns with Old Testament prophecies. According to these scriptures, the Messiah was to be born in Bethlehem, and Jesus was, with proof available through numerous witnesses, including His mother, and official Roman records from the census. The Messiah was also to be born of a virgin, and Jesus was, as could have been testified by Mary. Furthermore, the Messiah was to be of the house of David, and Jesus was, descending from David through both His natural mother, Mary, giving Him legal claim to the throne, and His adopted father, Joseph, who was of a different but royal line of descent. This dual lineage exhausts both lines, affirming that if Jesus is not the Messiah, there is no other. A careful inquiry by the Sanhedrin could have verified this genealogy, as later recorded by Matthew and Luke. These fulfillments of prophecy stand as evidence of His rightful claim to be the Messiah, rooted in the heritage and promises of Israel.
Was Jesus a Jew (Matthew 1:1-16)?
Bible Questions & AnswersThe word 'Jew' is a shortened form of 'Judean,' referring to the descendants of the patriarch Judah, one of the twelve progenitors of the tribes of Israel.
Christ's Female Ancestors
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughLuke records four female ancestors of Christ: Tamar, Rahab, Ruth, and Bathsheba. Three out of the four were Gentiles and 3/4 also had glaring sexual problems
Announcing . . . Christ's Birth!
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe blending of paganism with inspired Scripture has degraded and obscured the meaning and glory of what happened in the announcement of Jesus Christ's birth.
Born of a Woman
'Prophecy Watch' by Richard T. RitenbaughThough the church of God has emphasized His death over His birth, the prophecies of Christ's first advent are vitally important in establishing our faith.
Themes of Ruth (Part Two): God's Providence
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughAs we count the 50 days toward Pentecost, we should consider the events of our lives, coming to understand that they reveal God's on-going maintenance.
Why Three Kings Are Missing From Matthew 1
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughJoash, Amaziah, and Uzziah are kept out of Christ's genealogy. Although they started out well, their hearts were turned away by the end of their lives.
How God Deals With Conscience (Part Two)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsWe may have guilty consciences like Joseph's brothers and self-pity like Jacob, but we can break through if we acknowledge God as Jacob and Elisha did.
The High Places (Part Five)
CGG Weekly by David C. GrabbeThe history of Israel shows that successful spiritual revivals typically begin with tearing down the idols, which allows the people to turn back to God.
A Blessing in Winter?
CGG Weekly by David C. GrabbeHaggai's last two prophecies are given on, and revolve around, Kislev (or Chislev) 24. Historically, this date has been highly significant, and it will be again.