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The Signs of God
Sermonette by David C. GrabbeJesus Christ is not against signs; the book of John is structured around eight signs. The Old Testament is full of signs that the Pharisees missed.
Made His Wonderful Work to be Remembered
Sermon by Mark SchindlerAs we near the Feast of Trumpets, God's chosen people are obligated to reflect deeply on His purposeful, awe-inspiring works throughout creation history, as well as in our own personal lives. Psalm 111 teaches us that remembering God's previous works strengthens our faith and provides endurance throughout trials. As we observe the grandeur of the cosmos, including the creation of the earth in which Almighty God has provided an endless supply of water for its inhabitants, to the detailed shaping of individual human lives, God's intricate design is both majestic and personal. The biblical examples of the creation, the Red Sea deliverance, transforming Moses's doubt to divine trust, and subsequent leadership, we must learn to trust God's active presence, especially in crisis. Forgetting this trust leads to fear and division, but remembering reignites faith, unity, and a sense of responsibility. As we prepare for the upcoming Holy Days, we must remember that Almighty God is working not only in the world, but in our personal lives as well, training us to lead, act, and believe with conviction, realizing that His works are not just past events, but rather living testimonies, designed to guide us now and be remembered in perpetuity.
Different Signs of the Times
CGG Weekly by David C. GrabbeIf the mainstream media is a bellwether, the earth is about to be invaded by beings from another planet—or it already has been.
The Beast and Religion
Commentary by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Satan is highly organized and has extended his tentacles into every aspect of life, including religion. The second Beast of Revelation 13 is a religious leader.
Was Herbert Armstrong a False Prophet?
'Prophecy Watch' by Richard T. RitenbaughHerbert Armstrong made scores of predictions, and many of them never came to pass. Does this make him a false prophet? Is he thus not worthy of following?
The Two Witnesses
Sermonette by Mike FordMany have claimed to be the Two Witnesses. We can identify true and false prophets by their fruits, including if they teach that God's Law has been done away.
Seeing is Not Believing
Sermonette by Ryan McClureWe have the tendency when we see something to register it as truth imprinted on our minds. Jesus warned of deceptions that could confound our sense of sight.
Let No One Deceive You
'Prophecy Watch' by Richard T. RitenbaughIncreasing knowledge and other modern factors lend themselves to deception, yet this is one of the primary end-time trends that Jesus warns us against.
Is God a Magician?
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughTechnology makes us susceptible to the 'quick fix' mentality, expecting miraculous solutions to all problems, making us susceptible to false miracles.
A Place of Safety? (Part 4)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe prophecies concerning the Man of Sin refer to a person with great political power with global significance rather than to a leader of a small church.
What Is a False Prophet?
'Prophecy Watch' by David C. GrabbeFalse prophets—including the great False Prophet of Revelation—claim to speak for God, yet reveal themselves in predictable ways. Here is what to look for.
The Beast From the Earth and 666
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe first beast rises out of political turmoil, while the second rises out of an entrenched, worldwide religious system, totally opposed to God's laws.
Matthew (Part Eighteen)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughIf we ask God for protection from demonic influence, we cannot sit back passively; Satan always counterattacks. Evil must be displaced with good.
Seeing Is Not Believing
'Ready Answer' by Ryan McClureOur senses can be deceived through distraction and misdirection, which becomes especially critical when determining matters of spiritual importance.
The Book of Daniel (Part Five)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsDaniel 7-8 is full of overlapping images and visions. Both chapters show the certainty of the end of Gentile kingdoms, replaced by God's eternal Kingdom.
Testing the Spirits (Part 1)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsThe Apostle John exhorts us to test and discern the spirits, judging between the true and the false, using the scripture as the steady standard of truth.