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2015 Eclipse
Commentary by John W. RitenbaughA set of astronomical events like these will not occur for another 500 years. Consequently, this could be a significant year prophetically.
Why Does the Jewish Calendar use Different Years?
Bible Questions & AnswersThe Jews count their years from 3761/3760 BC. That is the year of the commencement of the lunisolar calendar, not the year of Creation.
The Biblical New Year
CGG Weekly by Richard T. RitenbaughGod gave Israel a calendar, including a starting point for the year. He tells Moses simply, "This month shall be your beginning of months; it shall be the first month of the year to you."
The New Moons
'Personal' from John W. RitenbaughA concise explanation of what the Bible says about New Moons and what that means to us today — what it means to 'observe' the New Moons.
The Lunar Sabbath or the Seventh-Day Sabbath: Which?
'Ready Answer' by Charles WhitakerThe recent Lunar Sabbath phenomenon is unbiblical and unworkable. The weekly Sabbath, observed every seventh day, is correct and in line with God's Word.
Lift Up Your Voice Like a Trumpet
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughHardly anything is more dramatic than the blast of a trumpet. Alarm or warning is a primary function, and its other uses likewise culminate in the Feast of Trumpets.
Trumpets and the Fall of Jericho
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughOne major incident involving the blowing of trumpets occurred at the outset of Israel's incursion into Canaan, when God brought down the walls of Jericho.
The Year of Release
Sermonette by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The land Sabbath is a type of the weekly Sabbath, wherein the land is given time to regenerate, and all debts (and grudges) are forgiven and slaves set free.
Trumpets: Glorious Appearings
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughGod spoke audibly to Moses and the people, intentionally testing their faithfulness, to instill the fear of the Lord in them, and to keep them from sin.
God's Promises Are Sure!
'Personal' from John W. RitenbaughThe story of Joseph offers lessons and encouragement regarding God's dealings with men during the time of the Feast of Trumpets.
When Is the Year of Release (Shemitah)?
Sermon by David C. GrabbeThe anchor point of both the Shemitah and Jubilee is the Day of Atonement. Deuteronomy should be read at the Feast just after the year of release begins.
The Seventh Trumpet
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe Feast of Trumpets is a memorial of blowing of trumpets, symbolizing the Day of the Lord, the real war to end all wars, when Christ will subdue the earth.
The Unknown Deadline
Sermonette by David C. GrabbeWe do not know how long the project (our sanctification process) will take. Each day is critical in doing our part to be of the same mind as God.
The Unknown Deadline
'Prophecy Watch' by David C. GrabbeGod gives His elect two unknown deadlines: Christ's return and the Christian's lifespan. They focus His people on becoming spiritually rich toward God.
Days of Awe
Commentary by Richard T. RitenbaughWe should count every day as a day of awe. We also must realize that all sins are against God, and that sins against other people do not have less importance.
Remember When
Sermonette by Clyde FinkleaGod wants us to remember when we were called out of bondage into virtue, when He gave us the power of His Holy Spirit to do what ancient Israel could not.
Faith and the Calendar (Part Five): Summary
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughGod assigned the tribe of Judah to be the caretakers of the oracles. The real issue in this controversy is faith in God's sovereignty and His faithfulness.
A Reminder and a Warning to Be Prepared
Sermon by Clyde FinkleaThe Feast of Trumpets has a dual role, a memorial of God's past deliverance and a warning about future judgment. The Feast of Trumpets marks the third season in an annual spiritual cycle encapsulating: 1.) What God has done, deliverance from sin, 2.) What He is doing, Pentecost-transformation and growth, and 3.) What He will do—Christ's return and final judgment. The Feast of Trumpets (Yom Teruah, beginning the 10 Days of Awe) signifies a spiritual alarm, admonishing people to repent, reflect, and prepare for the coming Day of the Lord, a horrendous time of judgment, ushering in the return of Jesus Christ. Just as God commanded our ancestors on the Sinai to remember their deliverance from Egypt, God commands His people today to remember their spiritual deliverance from sin and Satan. II Peter challenges us to grow in Christ-like character, producing spiritual fruit and glorifying Almighty God. We must assiduously avoid drifting into spiritual complacency like the Laodicean church and the five foolish virgins. As Almighty God's people, we must secure our calling and avoid being unprepared when Christ returns.
John 7:37 Examined (Part Two)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)All of the events in John 8-10 occurred on the Eighth Day. Christ was crucified in 31 AD, and the postponement rules of the Hebrew calendar are accurate.