Three Missing Kings (Part Two)
'Personal' from John W. Ritenbaugh
On the list of Judah's monarchs are three kings in a row who share a common, spiritually deadly characteristic. Joash, Amaziah, and Uzziah begin their reigns on high notes but end disastrously. John Ritenbaugh chronicles the reasons for their ignominious downfalls, showing that their negative examples highlight a vital principle for New Testament Christians.
'Personal' from John W. Ritenbaugh
On the list of Judah's monarchs are three kings in a row who share a common, spiritually deadly characteristic. Joash, Amaziah, and Uzziah begin their reigns on high notes but end disastrously. John Ritenbaugh chronicles the reasons for their ignominious downfalls, showing that their negative examples highlight a vital principle for New Testament Christians.
God's Non-Transmittable Attributes (Part Four): Immutability
Bible Study by Martin G. Collins
The classical gods of Mount Olympus reflected their worshipers' ideas and morals, and so they were flawed. They fought and schemed, lied and betrayed, lusted and abused. Not so the God of the Bible. Martin Collins explains that God Almighty is immutable; He does not change. This character trait allows us to trust and follow Him in hope.
Bible Study by Martin G. Collins
The classical gods of Mount Olympus reflected their worshipers' ideas and morals, and so they were flawed. They fought and schemed, lied and betrayed, lusted and abused. Not so the God of the Bible. Martin Collins explains that God Almighty is immutable; He does not change. This character trait allows us to trust and follow Him in hope.
Was Jesus Married?
'Ready Answer' by Mike Ford
Over the past century and more, critical scholars have worked to undermine God and the Bible. In concert with sensationalist fiction writers, they have foisted spurious gospels and outlandish theories on an increasingly irreligious public. Mike Ford analyzes a recent find, dubbed "The Gospel of Jesus' Wife," that claims our Savior was married to Mary Magdalene. But was He?
'Ready Answer' by Mike Ford
Over the past century and more, critical scholars have worked to undermine God and the Bible. In concert with sensationalist fiction writers, they have foisted spurious gospels and outlandish theories on an increasingly irreligious public. Mike Ford analyzes a recent find, dubbed "The Gospel of Jesus' Wife," that claims our Savior was married to Mary Magdalene. But was He?
Clouds (Part Three): The Revealing of Christ
'Prophecy Watch' by Charles Whitaker
Clouds are frequently associated with the Day of the Lord, the perhaps year-long time of God's wrath on those who opposed Him. What will those clouds conceal and what will they reveal once drawn back? Charles Whitaker surveys the scriptural evidence of the dramatic cloud-cover at the time of Christ's return.
'Prophecy Watch' by Charles Whitaker
Clouds are frequently associated with the Day of the Lord, the perhaps year-long time of God's wrath on those who opposed Him. What will those clouds conceal and what will they reveal once drawn back? Charles Whitaker surveys the scriptural evidence of the dramatic cloud-cover at the time of Christ's return.
New Fractures in the 'Special Relationship'
'World Watch' by Richard T. Ritenbaugh
The United States and Britain have enjoyed a Special Relationship for many decades, reflecting the biblical reality that the two nations are brothers, descendants of Joseph's sons. However, sparks are flying between left-wing American President Joseph Biden and right-wing British Prime Minister Boris Johnson. Richard Ritenbaugh warns that these cracks in the Special Relationship come at an inopportune time.
'World Watch' by Richard T. Ritenbaugh
The United States and Britain have enjoyed a Special Relationship for many decades, reflecting the biblical reality that the two nations are brothers, descendants of Joseph's sons. However, sparks are flying between left-wing American President Joseph Biden and right-wing British Prime Minister Boris Johnson. Richard Ritenbaugh warns that these cracks in the Special Relationship come at an inopportune time.
Three Missing Kings (Part One)
'Personal' from John W. Ritenbaugh
The apostle Matthew structured his genealogy of Jesus Christ in three equal sections. To make it work, he had to exclude three kings, but which three? John Ritenbaugh provides background and wades through the jumble of similar names to narrow the answer to four kings and a choice between two sets of three. Which set would God exclude for our benefit?
'Personal' from John W. Ritenbaugh
The apostle Matthew structured his genealogy of Jesus Christ in three equal sections. To make it work, he had to exclude three kings, but which three? John Ritenbaugh provides background and wades through the jumble of similar names to narrow the answer to four kings and a choice between two sets of three. Which set would God exclude for our benefit?
After Pentecost, Then What?
'Personal' from John W. Ritenbaugh
For many decades, the church of God has understood that the annual holy days typify the steps in God's plan of salvation. But what happens between Pentecost and Trumpets, during the long summer months? John Ritenbaugh uses the elements of Israel's trek through the wilderness to expound on the subject of sanctification.
'Personal' from John W. Ritenbaugh
For many decades, the church of God has understood that the annual holy days typify the steps in God's plan of salvation. But what happens between Pentecost and Trumpets, during the long summer months? John Ritenbaugh uses the elements of Israel's trek through the wilderness to expound on the subject of sanctification.
God's Non-Transmittable Attributes (Part Three): Omniscience
Bible Study by Martin G. Collins
The apostle John declares in I John 3:20 that God "knows all things," confirming the extraordinary greatness of the One we worship. Modern theologians call this divine attribute omniscience, "the quality of having complete or unlimited knowledge, awareness, or understanding." Martin Collins gathers biblical proof of God's omniscience, explaining how it co-exists with human free will.
Bible Study by Martin G. Collins
The apostle John declares in I John 3:20 that God "knows all things," confirming the extraordinary greatness of the One we worship. Modern theologians call this divine attribute omniscience, "the quality of having complete or unlimited knowledge, awareness, or understanding." Martin Collins gathers biblical proof of God's omniscience, explaining how it co-exists with human free will.
Pentecost Revisited (Part Two): Joshua 5
'Personal' from John W. Ritenbaugh
Correctly counting to Pentecost in years in which Passover falls on a weekly Sabbath is more than a matter of consistency. John Ritenbaugh explains that a far greater, more spiritual—and unfortunately, often overlooked—factor in the wavesheaf offering concerns a subject God considers highly important: holiness.
'Personal' from John W. Ritenbaugh
Correctly counting to Pentecost in years in which Passover falls on a weekly Sabbath is more than a matter of consistency. John Ritenbaugh explains that a far greater, more spiritual—and unfortunately, often overlooked—factor in the wavesheaf offering concerns a subject God considers highly important: holiness.
Was Jesus a Vegetarian?
'Ready Answer' by Mike Ford
Vegetarianism has become a popular lifestyle choice for a vocal minority of people, and some assert that Jesus was too compassionate not to be a vegetarian too. Does the Bible indicate that our Savior abstained from eating meat? Mike Ford argues that Scripture does not support their claims, showing that they ignore plain statements and make unsupportable assumptions when making their case.
'Ready Answer' by Mike Ford
Vegetarianism has become a popular lifestyle choice for a vocal minority of people, and some assert that Jesus was too compassionate not to be a vegetarian too. Does the Bible indicate that our Savior abstained from eating meat? Mike Ford argues that Scripture does not support their claims, showing that they ignore plain statements and make unsupportable assumptions when making their case.
Clouds (Part Two): God's Cloud as His Chariot
'Prophecy Watch' by Charles Whitaker
A primary image associated with God's presence is a cloud, whether dark or bright, which functions to reveal, and conversely, to obscure Him. In addition, God's cloud also expresses His glory, mostly because of His presence in it. Charles Whitaker also explains God's "portable throne," described in Ezekiel 1 and 10, which is likewise linked to "a great cloud."
'Prophecy Watch' by Charles Whitaker
A primary image associated with God's presence is a cloud, whether dark or bright, which functions to reveal, and conversely, to obscure Him. In addition, God's cloud also expresses His glory, mostly because of His presence in it. Charles Whitaker also explains God's "portable throne," described in Ezekiel 1 and 10, which is likewise linked to "a great cloud."
Universal Basic Income
'World Watch' by Joseph B. Baity
During difficult times, Americans have become used to receiving "free" money in the form of stimulus checks from the government. Now some politicians are proposing legislation to give cash handouts on a regular basis - a new, permanent entitlement program without regard to employment. Joseph Baity argues that such a program would undercut America's work ethic and accelerate its decline.
'World Watch' by Joseph B. Baity
During difficult times, Americans have become used to receiving "free" money in the form of stimulus checks from the government. Now some politicians are proposing legislation to give cash handouts on a regular basis - a new, permanent entitlement program without regard to employment. Joseph Baity argues that such a program would undercut America's work ethic and accelerate its decline.
Why Hebrews Was Written (Part Twelve): The Son's Superiority Over Angels
'Personal' from John W. Ritenbaugh
The nascent church was not wholly "of one accord" on every doctrine. Some Jews among the early converts believed that Jesus Christ did not qualify to be the church's High Priest, considering angels to be greater and holier. John Ritenbaugh explains that the main goal of the author of Hebrews is to show Christ's superiority over every conceivable candidate for the office, and in chapter 1, specifically over angels.
'Personal' from John W. Ritenbaugh
The nascent church was not wholly "of one accord" on every doctrine. Some Jews among the early converts believed that Jesus Christ did not qualify to be the church's High Priest, considering angels to be greater and holier. John Ritenbaugh explains that the main goal of the author of Hebrews is to show Christ's superiority over every conceivable candidate for the office, and in chapter 1, specifically over angels.
Pentecost Revisited (Part One): Counting Consistently
Article by John W. Ritenbaugh
This year is another year in which Passover falls on a weekly Sabbath, making the count to Pentecost more complex. John Ritenbaugh, however, argues that the count need not be done differently in these particular years. All we need to do is to apply God's command consistently.
Article by John W. Ritenbaugh
This year is another year in which Passover falls on a weekly Sabbath, making the count to Pentecost more complex. John Ritenbaugh, however, argues that the count need not be done differently in these particular years. All we need to do is to apply God's command consistently.
Why We Must Put Out Leaven
Article by Earl L. Henn
To people new to the church of God, deleavening our homes before the Feast of Unleavened Bread seems very strange and Old Covenant. They also learn that circumcision, another Old Covenant practice, is not required anymore under the New Covenant. So, why must we put leaven out, yet we do not have to circumcise our baby boys? The late Earl Henn explains this apparent contradiction.
Article by Earl L. Henn
To people new to the church of God, deleavening our homes before the Feast of Unleavened Bread seems very strange and Old Covenant. They also learn that circumcision, another Old Covenant practice, is not required anymore under the New Covenant. So, why must we put leaven out, yet we do not have to circumcise our baby boys? The late Earl Henn explains this apparent contradiction.
Christ, Our Passover
'Personal' from John W. Ritenbaugh
Many people, even in the church of God, believe that Passover focuses on our sins—but they are wrong! We are certainly to examine ourselves to take it worthily, but the Passover's central figure is Christ, the Lamb of God. John Ritenbaugh explores His awesome, gracious sacrifice that enables forgiveness of sin and opens a relationship with God. How well do we know Him?
'Personal' from John W. Ritenbaugh
Many people, even in the church of God, believe that Passover focuses on our sins—but they are wrong! We are certainly to examine ourselves to take it worthily, but the Passover's central figure is Christ, the Lamb of God. John Ritenbaugh explores His awesome, gracious sacrifice that enables forgiveness of sin and opens a relationship with God. How well do we know Him?
God's Non-Transmittable Attributes (Part Two): Omnipresence
Bible Study by Martin G. Collins
David writes in Psalm 139 that everywhere he might go, God is there. In this psalm, he points out God's attribute of omnipresence, that is, His ability to be present everywhere at all times. Martin Collins explores the scriptural evidence for God's omnipresence, showing that by His Holy Spirit, He can be with us in any place under any circumstance.
Bible Study by Martin G. Collins
David writes in Psalm 139 that everywhere he might go, God is there. In this psalm, he points out God's attribute of omnipresence, that is, His ability to be present everywhere at all times. Martin Collins explores the scriptural evidence for God's omnipresence, showing that by His Holy Spirit, He can be with us in any place under any circumstance.
The Gift of Discernment and Godly Love
'Ready Answer' by Ronny H. Graham
During chaotic times, God's people need the gift of spiritual discernment to distinguish the difference between truth and error. Scripture warns about end-time deceivers who will try to seduce church members to ungodly beliefs and ways. Ronny Graham urges the elect to be discerning, make righteous judgments, and reject what does not align with God's revelation.
'Ready Answer' by Ronny H. Graham
During chaotic times, God's people need the gift of spiritual discernment to distinguish the difference between truth and error. Scripture warns about end-time deceivers who will try to seduce church members to ungodly beliefs and ways. Ronny Graham urges the elect to be discerning, make righteous judgments, and reject what does not align with God's revelation.
Clouds (Part One): A Really Special Cloud
'Prophecy Watch' by Charles Whitaker
In Scripture, a cloud can be called an emblem of God, appearing frequently as an indication of His coming or presence. In practice, God uses clouds both to reveal His presence to some and to hide it from others. Charles Whitaker examines the nature of clouds from a biblical perspective to shed light on the enduring dichotomy of God's seemingly contrary inclinations to reveal and conceal.
'Prophecy Watch' by Charles Whitaker
In Scripture, a cloud can be called an emblem of God, appearing frequently as an indication of His coming or presence. In practice, God uses clouds both to reveal His presence to some and to hide it from others. Charles Whitaker examines the nature of clouds from a biblical perspective to shed light on the enduring dichotomy of God's seemingly contrary inclinations to reveal and conceal.
Where Is Cancel Culture Headed?
'World Watch' by Richard T. Ritenbaugh
Cancel culture may seem to be a newfangled phenomenon, but in various forms of banishment, it has been around for millennia. Today, the political and cultural Left has allied with giant tech corporations to sideline people and institutions who do not espouse the "right" ideas and beliefs. Richard Ritenbaugh advises Christians to stand firm in the way of God despite the threat of cancelation, shining as lights in a dark world.
'World Watch' by Richard T. Ritenbaugh
Cancel culture may seem to be a newfangled phenomenon, but in various forms of banishment, it has been around for millennia. Today, the political and cultural Left has allied with giant tech corporations to sideline people and institutions who do not espouse the "right" ideas and beliefs. Richard Ritenbaugh advises Christians to stand firm in the way of God despite the threat of cancelation, shining as lights in a dark world.