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We Must Believe!
Sermon by John O. ReidWe are asked to believe in a Being nobody has directly seen or heard, whose written word has been vilified and scorned. Without faith, we can't please God.
What Does God Really Want? (Part 2)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughIf we want to be like our Savior, then we will live the way He lived, keeping God's commandments — which exemplify the highest form of love.
Do You Really Know God?
Sermon by Clyde FinkleaWe can know for sure that we know Him intimately by keeping His commandments and practicing loving kindnesses.
Elements of Motivation (Part Two)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughVision is a picture in the mind's eye that is undergirded by faith and scriptural revelation, enabling one to anticipate events that have not yet occurred.
A Priceless Gift
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughGod's people are the precious jewels (or the private, personal possessions) of God, obligated to conform exclusively to His will and purpose.
The Importance of Doctrine
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughPeople who try to supplement their spiritual diet with lawlessness or other heresies risk losing their identity, and ultimately their spiritual life.
Psalms: Book Five (Part Two): Psalms of Ascents
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughMore space is devoted to the reign of Hezekiah than any other king, in part because of his example of repentance after the news of his impending death.
Secret Faults and Presumptuous Thoughts
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsPeople can mentally 'legalize their iniquities,' in doing so attempting to make God the accomplice of their sins. But He will not overlook blatant faults.
Matthew (Part Eleven)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughLife consists of a series of choices, often a dilemma of a pleasurable choice on one hand and a difficult choice (that produces more growth) on the other.
Psalm Genres (Part Six): Penitential Psalms
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughIn the context of human guilt and the need for divine forgiveness, the concept of "Iniquity, Workers of" emerges as a significant element in the journey toward repentance and spiritual restoration. In Psalm 6:8, the psalmist, having experienced the weight of sin and sought God's mercy, declares with newfound zeal, "Depart from me, all you workers of iniquity; for the Lord has heard the voice of my weeping." This statement reflects a decisive rejection of those who lead into sin, recognizing them as influences that perpetuate spiritual downfall. The psalmist, upon receiving God's forgiveness, takes immediate action to remove himself from the company of such individuals, understanding that their presence could reignite the cycle of guilt and separation from God. This act of separation from the workers of iniquity signifies a critical step in the repentance process, as it demonstrates a commitment to maintaining the righteousness granted by God's mercy. The psalmist's resolve to avoid the situations and people that draw him into sin underscores the transformative power of divine forgiveness, inspiring a desire to remain in a state of spiritual purity. Thus, the workers of iniquity represent not just external temptations, but also the internal struggles that must be confronted and cast aside to sustain a renewed covenantal relationship with God.
Keep It Clean
Sermonette by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)God's Word describes the ritual harlot and the sodomite as vile dogs and the basest of people. The wages of sexual immorality would defile any offering.
Parable of Lazarus and the Rich Man (Part One)
Bible Study by Martin G. CollinsThe Parable of Lazarus and the Rich Man illustrates the resurrections from the dead and the Second Death. Knowing the hidden time element is key.
A Vivid Comparison (2000)
Sermonette by John W. RitenbaughChurches or institutions that accept offerings gained from evil enterprises accept tainted money, coddling the sinner for the sake of gain.