Elements of Judgment (Part Three)
Sermon; Given 4/21/2014
We must emulate the ways of God, demonstrating justice in our lives, thoughts, words, and deeds, preparing to judge in God's Kingdom. Not all sins are equal.
A Government to Fear (Part One)
Commentary; Given 4/19/2014
There is an ominous phenomenon gripping American culture: the imposition of government control over the way we think and act in the name of 'tolerance'.
Offerings and Sacrificing
Sermonette; Given 4/15/2014
An offering is a gift given to God. The Bible clearly shows that the requirement for the offering was in force at the time of Adam and Eve.
Elements of Judgment (Part Two)
Sermon; Given 4/15/2014
None of God's law has been 'done away', though there is not always a literal application. Not every law of God has the same weight of importance.
Passover Service 2014
Passover Service; Given 4/13/2014
John Ritenbaugh, reminding us that it is again time to recall and renew the commitment we made with our Creator God at our baptism, enabling us to attain priceless …
Elements of Judgment (Part One)
Sermon; Given 4/12/2014
The last days of the Worldwide Church of God demonstrated a dearth of righteous judgment. God expects us to judge wisely within the parameters of His Law.
Psychological Manipulation
Commentary; Given 4/5/2014
Subtle influences seek to continually shape us; our mental state is influenced by our environment, seeking to move us in a direction away from God.
Charity Begins at Home
Commentary; Given 3/29/2014
If Christians had taken care of their families in the first place, despotic governments would have not metastasized to the dangerous level they are now.
Ecclesiastes Resumed (Part Fifteen)
Sermon; Given 3/22/2014
Our relationship with God is often strengthened through hardship. We must choose to yield to God, living for a much higher goal than raw materialism.
An Exhortation for Young Adults
Commentary; Given 3/15/2014
Wisdom is not a trait valued or acquired by youth, but takes second place to strength, beauty, or fun. We get too soon old and too late smart.
Ecclesiastes and Christian Living (Part Four): Other Gifts
'Personal' Article; Posted 3/11/2014
God has given His people tremendous gifts that, if used, will build their faith and draw them closer to Him. He wants us to succeed because we matter.
A Badly Divided Nation
Commentary; Given 3/8/2014
Our country is divided politically and culturally more than at any other time since the Civil War and the population as a whole has become more callused.
Ecclesiastes Resumed (Part Fourteen)
Sermon; Given 3/1/2014
Solomon ruminates about life being seemingly futile and purposeless. A relationship with God is the only factor which prevents life from becoming useless.
Amnesty and Grace
Commentary; Given 2/22/2014
Illegal immigrants have committed a crime by trying to steal their citizenship, placing an enormous tax burden on citizens.
The Selfsame Day
Sermonette; Given 2/15/2014
The word 'selfsame' refers to a specific commemorative date. The selfsame day is a signal that God is faithfully in control of time over multiple centuries.
Ecclesiastes Resumed (Part Thirteen)
Sermon; Given 2/8/2014
Solomon teaches us that money may provide some security, but it cannot be relied upon for satisfaction; only a relationship with God will fill that vacuum.
The Catholic Church is Changing Direction
Commentary; Given 2/1/2014
The Catholic Church's heretofore historical defense of conservative principles, capitalism, and traditional Biblical morality is about to change dramatically.
Ecclesiastes and Christian Living (Part Three): Time
'Personal' Article; Posted 1/28/2014
Solomon reveals that God is solidly in control of time. Knowing that God is sovereign over time should fill us with faith in God's workmanship.
More On Lying - An Apology
Commentary; Given 1/25/2014
We need to be careful absorbing articles and blogs which may conform to our preconceived view of things, but do not necessarily conform to the truth.
Ecclesiastes Resumed (Part Twelve)
Sermon; Given 1/18/2014
Corruption in the courts is a fact of life. We should not be surprised by this curse, realizing that God is aware and is allowing it for a purpose.