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'But I Say to You' (Part Seven): Love Your Enemies

Sermon by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

Many scriptures direct us to show kindness to strangers and even our enemies who persecute us. With God's Spirit, we override the fight or flight response.


Was Jesus Married?

'Ready Answer' by Mike Ford

A recent scrap of parchment, dubbed "The Gospel of Jesus' Wife," claims our Savior was married to Mary Magdalene. But was He?


New, Bible-Validating Discoveries

Commentary by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

The discovery of a clay bulla substantiates the account of II Chronicles 34:8, which avers that Josiah appointed Ma-aseiah to serve as Governor of Jerusalem.


The Gospel of Jesus' Wife

Sermonette by Mike Ford

Harvard Theology Professor Karen King promoted a forged papyrus scrap, allegedly proving Jesus was married, after being scammed by Walter Fritz.


Humanism's Flooding Influence (Part Two)

Commentary by John W. Ritenbaugh

The world's religions today are steeped in humanism, leaving the church of God standing virtually alone defending God's truth in a world of falsehood.


Born Again (Part 1)

Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh

Baptism and being born again were already understood by the Jews, but the traditions had evidently blinded people to some additional spiritual nuances.


The Covenants, Grace, and Law (Part Twenty-One)

Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh

The Colossian Christians were criticized by ascetics for the way they were keeping the Sabbath and holy days. Paul argues against a philosophy, not the law of God.