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Wilderness Wandering (Part Three)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)We are being fitted as lively stones into an already formed Kingdom, being conformed to the image of Christ, who has been designated as the Cornerstone.
The Law of the Firstborn
Article by StaffIt is an unusual fact that the subjects of God's spring holy days and firstborns appear in the same contexts. Here is what this means to us.
God's Spiritual House
Sermon by Ronny H. GrahamThis sermon reflects on life direction and spiritual calling, using the speaker's personal story—abandoning dreams like basketball or certain careers due to faith—as a backdrop to emphasize that God ultimately guides each person's path. Centered on I Peter 2:1-9, it teaches that believers are uniquely chosen as "living stones," forming a spiritual house and serving as a holy and royal priesthood with direct access to God through Jesus Christ. The message stresses the rarity and significance of this calling, urging believers to actively build their spiritual lives by rejecting sin and practicing righteousness, not just avoiding wrongdoing but doing good. Drawing parallels to the Old Testament priesthood and the strict holiness required to approach God, it highlights the privilege and responsibility Christians now have to live pure, obedient lives. We should recognize our purpose, embrace our role in God's plan, and continually strive to become a dwelling place worthy of Him.
Sanctification and Holiness (Part 3)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughIn Numbers 16-18, God performed several miracles to demonstrate conclusively that not everyone is called to the same function and that He remains the Boss.
Sanctification and Holiness (Part 2)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughDathan and Korah agitated for a democratization of priestly responsibilities. God shows that not everybody set apart is holy in the same way.
The Priesthood of God (Part Two)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The firstborn privileges indicate prominence, carrying the birthright promises. In the New Testament, the firstborn did not always correspond to actual birth order.
Who Is on the Lord's Side?
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe Feast of Trumpets is a day of decision, a time to determine whether we are on the Lord's side. We must loyally fulfill the role to which God called us.
Don't Be Cruel!
'Ready Answer' by StaffThe Bible consistently denounces cruelty in all its forms, both to people and to animals.
Wilderness Wandering (Part Two)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)If we yield to God's manipulation of our lives, we will handle stress constructively, developing a relationship with Him, bearing spiritual fruit.
Matthew (Part Thirty)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughThe events in Matthew 24 parallel the six seals of Revelation 6 and the seventh seal of Revelation 7, showing a definite chronological progression.