The Beatitudes, Part Three: Mourning
'Personal' from John W. Ritenbaugh
Blessedness and mourning seem contradictory to our way of thinking, but obviously Jesus saw spiritual benefits to sorrow. John Ritenbaugh shows why true, godly mourning gets such high marks from God.
'Personal' from John W. Ritenbaugh
Blessedness and mourning seem contradictory to our way of thinking, but obviously Jesus saw spiritual benefits to sorrow. John Ritenbaugh shows why true, godly mourning gets such high marks from God.
A Time to Laugh
'Ready Answer' by David F. Maas
At the right time and in the right situation, laughter can indeed be the best medicine. David Maas explains how theraputic humor and merriment can be both physically and spiritually.
'Ready Answer' by David F. Maas
At the right time and in the right situation, laughter can indeed be the best medicine. David Maas explains how theraputic humor and merriment can be both physically and spiritually.
Are You Drinking of the Master's Cup?
Article by Staff
When we partake of the tiny cup of wine at the Passover service, we usually think of its symbolism as Christ's blood shed for our sins. However, the cup itself and its contents have another, vital meaning for us!
Article by Staff
When we partake of the tiny cup of wine at the Passover service, we usually think of its symbolism as Christ's blood shed for our sins. However, the cup itself and its contents have another, vital meaning for us!
Cyrus: God's Anointed
'Prophecy Watch' by Richard T. Ritenbaugh
When we think of messiah, we think of Jesus Christ of Nazareth. The Bible, however, has a much broader definition of the term. Richard Ritenbaugh shows that the pagan emperor Cyrus the Great was also a messiah!
'Prophecy Watch' by Richard T. Ritenbaugh
When we think of messiah, we think of Jesus Christ of Nazareth. The Bible, however, has a much broader definition of the term. Richard Ritenbaugh shows that the pagan emperor Cyrus the Great was also a messiah!
The Enduring Results of Compromise
'Ready Answer' by Martin G. Collins
Compromise usually begins small and can grow to encompass once strongly held beliefs. Martin Collins uses the story of Solomon to illustrate how this process works.
'Ready Answer' by Martin G. Collins
Compromise usually begins small and can grow to encompass once strongly held beliefs. Martin Collins uses the story of Solomon to illustrate how this process works.
The Bible and the Environment
'Prophecy Watch' by Richard T. Ritenbaugh
Is God an environmentalist? Should Christians care about the ecological health of the earth and its inhabitants, human or otherwise? Richard Ritenbaugh explains the Bible's position on the environmental issue.
'Prophecy Watch' by Richard T. Ritenbaugh
Is God an environmentalist? Should Christians care about the ecological health of the earth and its inhabitants, human or otherwise? Richard Ritenbaugh explains the Bible's position on the environmental issue.
WorldWatch
'World Watch' by Staff
Current news, events and trends in light of Bible prophecy for February 1999.
'World Watch' by Staff
Current news, events and trends in light of Bible prophecy for February 1999.
Basic Doctrines: Going On to Perfection
Bible Study by Staff
Most of our Christian lives will be spent going on to perfection. But what is it? How do we do it? This Bible Study helps explain this broad, yet vital subject.
Bible Study by Staff
Most of our Christian lives will be spent going on to perfection. But what is it? How do we do it? This Bible Study helps explain this broad, yet vital subject.
The Beatitudes, Part Two: Poor in Spirit
'Personal' from John W. Ritenbaugh
What is it to be poor in spirit? John Ritenbaugh describes this attribute in its biblical usage. Those who are truly poor in spirit are on the road to true spiritual riches!
'Personal' from John W. Ritenbaugh
What is it to be poor in spirit? John Ritenbaugh describes this attribute in its biblical usage. Those who are truly poor in spirit are on the road to true spiritual riches!
The Beatitudes, Part One: The Sermon on the Mount
'Personal' from John W. Ritenbaugh
The Sermon on the Mount is as vitally important to us today as it was when Christ preached it. It contains within it the very way we are to conduct our lives as God's representatives on this earth. How well are we following what Christ taught?
'Personal' from John W. Ritenbaugh
The Sermon on the Mount is as vitally important to us today as it was when Christ preached it. It contains within it the very way we are to conduct our lives as God's representatives on this earth. How well are we following what Christ taught?
Have You Had Your Manna Today?
'Ready Answer' by Staff
God provided physical Israel manna to eat every day for forty years. Now we, as spiritual Israel, have the Bible, God's Word, as our daily bread. Are we taking advantage every day of this wonderful blessing God gives us, or are we allowing God's Word to spoil through neglect?
'Ready Answer' by Staff
God provided physical Israel manna to eat every day for forty years. Now we, as spiritual Israel, have the Bible, God's Word, as our daily bread. Are we taking advantage every day of this wonderful blessing God gives us, or are we allowing God's Word to spoil through neglect?
How Brave Is Your Heart?
Article by Staff
Bravery or courage is a character trait Christians need to possess. Many servants of God have had to face severe trials and hardships, and having a brave heart will help us to get through these tough times.
Article by Staff
Bravery or courage is a character trait Christians need to possess. Many servants of God have had to face severe trials and hardships, and having a brave heart will help us to get through these tough times.
Navigating the Third Wave
'Prophecy Watch' by Richard T. Ritenbaugh
Human civilization has experienced two major sociological ages since the beginning of its appearance on the earth. Currently we are in transition to the third age or Third Wave, which has frightening prophetic consequences. However, it's the Fourth Wave, God's soon-coming Kingdom, we need to catch!
'Prophecy Watch' by Richard T. Ritenbaugh
Human civilization has experienced two major sociological ages since the beginning of its appearance on the earth. Currently we are in transition to the third age or Third Wave, which has frightening prophetic consequences. However, it's the Fourth Wave, God's soon-coming Kingdom, we need to catch!
WorldWatch
'World Watch' by Staff
News, events and trends as related to Bible prophecy for January 1999.
'World Watch' by Staff
News, events and trends as related to Bible prophecy for January 1999.
Basic Doctrines: Repentance
Bible Study by Staff
Repentance is a condition of baptism in God's church and ultimately of conversion and salvation. It is also a lifelong process which we should continue until the day of Christ's return.
Bible Study by Staff
Repentance is a condition of baptism in God's church and ultimately of conversion and salvation. It is also a lifelong process which we should continue until the day of Christ's return.
The Fruit of the Spirit: Self-Control
'Personal' from John W. Ritenbaugh
Of all the fruit of the Spirit, God may have left the most difficult for last! Has anyone, other than Jesus Christ, really exhibited self-control? In the end, however, this is the ultimate aim of growing in the character of Almighty God!
'Personal' from John W. Ritenbaugh
Of all the fruit of the Spirit, God may have left the most difficult for last! Has anyone, other than Jesus Christ, really exhibited self-control? In the end, however, this is the ultimate aim of growing in the character of Almighty God!
How Good Is Your Word?
'Ready Answer' by David F. Maas
Not so long ago all it took was our word and a handshake, and others would trust that we would stand by whatever we had promised. We are known by what we say and how well we keep our word. How honorable and dependable are the promises that we make to others?
'Ready Answer' by David F. Maas
Not so long ago all it took was our word and a handshake, and others would trust that we would stand by whatever we had promised. We are known by what we say and how well we keep our word. How honorable and dependable are the promises that we make to others?
The First Prophecy (Part Three)
'Prophecy Watch' by Richard T. Ritenbaugh
In the conclusion to this series, Richard Ritenbaugh explains the extent of God's curse on Adam—and thus mankind—in the Garden of Eden. He is promised great toil and suffering throughout his life, but just as in all things God does, a silver lining appears amidst the woe!
'Prophecy Watch' by Richard T. Ritenbaugh
In the conclusion to this series, Richard Ritenbaugh explains the extent of God's curse on Adam—and thus mankind—in the Garden of Eden. He is promised great toil and suffering throughout his life, but just as in all things God does, a silver lining appears amidst the woe!
WorldWatch
'World Watch' by Richard T. Ritenbaugh
World news, events and trends from a prophetic viewpoint for December 1998.
'World Watch' by Richard T. Ritenbaugh
World news, events and trends from a prophetic viewpoint for December 1998.