Mercy, Pilgrimage, and Providence
Sermon; Given 4/17/2003
Our experience in overcoming and developing character will be fraught with difficulties, but God will provide the power to get through all the anguish.
Sermon; Given 4/17/2003
Our experience in overcoming and developing character will be fraught with difficulties, but God will provide the power to get through all the anguish.
More Blessed To Give Than Receive
Sermonette; Given 4/17/2003
We may hoard things out of fear of what might happen in the future. Paradoxically, holding back treasure and time may result in a physical or spiritual loss.
Sermonette; Given 4/17/2003
We may hoard things out of fear of what might happen in the future. Paradoxically, holding back treasure and time may result in a physical or spiritual loss.
Passover Service 2003
Passover Service; Given 4/15/2003
Because of our tendency to justify sin, we must soberly reflect on the enormous cost of Christ's sacrifice, demonstrating God's unfathomable mercy.
Passover Service; Given 4/15/2003
Because of our tendency to justify sin, we must soberly reflect on the enormous cost of Christ's sacrifice, demonstrating God's unfathomable mercy.
Camouflage and Salvation
Sermon; Given 4/12/2003
Satan has provided what appear to be plausible alternatives to Christ's sacrifice for salvation, like service, positive changes, and right thinking.
Sermon; Given 4/12/2003
Satan has provided what appear to be plausible alternatives to Christ's sacrifice for salvation, like service, positive changes, and right thinking.
Where Is the Beast? (Part Two)
Sermon; Given 3/22/2003
Considering the political and economic turmoil in Europe, a new axial time may be ahead, defining a different configuration for the principal players in prophecy.
Sermon; Given 3/22/2003
Considering the political and economic turmoil in Europe, a new axial time may be ahead, defining a different configuration for the principal players in prophecy.
Where Is the Beast? (Part One)
Sermon; Given 3/1/2003
The identity of the principal players in the final resurrection of the Roman Empire and the Beast may be different than we may have supposed.
Sermon; Given 3/1/2003
The identity of the principal players in the final resurrection of the Roman Empire and the Beast may be different than we may have supposed.
The Offerings of Leviticus (Part Two): The Burnt Offering
'Personal' Article; Posted 3/1/2003
The burnt offering is completely consumed on the altar. This type of offering teaches us about Christ's total dedication to God—and how we should emulate it.
'Personal' Article; Posted 3/1/2003
The burnt offering is completely consumed on the altar. This type of offering teaches us about Christ's total dedication to God—and how we should emulate it.
Symbolism, Types, and Prophecies
Sermonette; Given 2/22/2003
We must be careful about applying a biblical symbol to prophetic events too rigidly. The term 'Zion' may apply to the church, but not all the time.
Sermonette; Given 2/22/2003
We must be careful about applying a biblical symbol to prophetic events too rigidly. The term 'Zion' may apply to the church, but not all the time.
Knowing God: Formality and Customs (Part Seven)
Sermon; Given 2/15/2003
The way that one lives provides testimony and witness. To witness and endure life's various trials, we must have faith in who and what we are.
Sermon; Given 2/15/2003
The way that one lives provides testimony and witness. To witness and endure life's various trials, we must have faith in who and what we are.
Knowing God: Formality and Customs (Part Six)
Sermon; Given 2/8/2003
In the matter of godly standards for dress, we must adopt the humble, childlike, sincere, unassuming, and teachable attitude, loving God intimately.
Sermon; Given 2/8/2003
In the matter of godly standards for dress, we must adopt the humble, childlike, sincere, unassuming, and teachable attitude, loving God intimately.
The Offerings of Leviticus (Part One): Introduction
'Personal' Article; Posted 2/1/2003
The offerings of Leviticus, though not necessary under the New Covenant, are invaluable for teaching about Christ in His roles as sacrifice, offerer, and priest.
'Personal' Article; Posted 2/1/2003
The offerings of Leviticus, though not necessary under the New Covenant, are invaluable for teaching about Christ in His roles as sacrifice, offerer, and priest.
CGG Anniversary: Summary and Thank You
Sermonette; Given 1/11/2003
On this 11th anniversary of CGG, John Ritenbaugh reflects on the expectations, the accomplishments, and the prospects for the future of our part of God's work.
Sermonette; Given 1/11/2003
On this 11th anniversary of CGG, John Ritenbaugh reflects on the expectations, the accomplishments, and the prospects for the future of our part of God's work.
Knowing God: Formality and Customs (Part Five)
Sermon; Given 1/4/2003
The notion that it does not matter what we wear if our heart is right on the inside is foolish. Our clothing ought to reflect our inward character.
Sermon; Given 1/4/2003
The notion that it does not matter what we wear if our heart is right on the inside is foolish. Our clothing ought to reflect our inward character.
The Elements of Motivation (Part Seven): Fear of Judgment
'Personal' Article; Posted 1/1/2003
Our fear of being judged negatively by God should spur us to greater obedience and growth toward godliness. The fear of God is a fundamental mindset.
'Personal' Article; Posted 1/1/2003
Our fear of being judged negatively by God should spur us to greater obedience and growth toward godliness. The fear of God is a fundamental mindset.
Knowing God: Formality and Customs (Part Four)
Sermon; Given 12/14/2002
Hair length and clothing are outward indicators of a person's inner spiritual condition. They serve as a testimony of what we are on the inside.
Sermon; Given 12/14/2002
Hair length and clothing are outward indicators of a person's inner spiritual condition. They serve as a testimony of what we are on the inside.
Knowing God: Formality and Customs (Part Three)
Sermon; Given 12/7/2002
Clothing and hair length signal and reflect areas of rebellion, defiled attitudes, and spiritual health, providing a barometer of a person's character.
Sermon; Given 12/7/2002
Clothing and hair length signal and reflect areas of rebellion, defiled attitudes, and spiritual health, providing a barometer of a person's character.
The Elements of Motivation (Part Six): Eternal Life
'Personal' Article; Posted 12/1/2002
If you knew you would live forever, how would you live? Biblically, eternal life is much more than living forever: It is living as God lives!
'Personal' Article; Posted 12/1/2002
If you knew you would live forever, how would you live? Biblically, eternal life is much more than living forever: It is living as God lives!
Knowing God: Formality and Customs (Part Two)
Sermon; Given 11/16/2002
We must continually upgrade our decorum and formality in our approach to God. What is practiced on the outside reinforces what is on the inside.
Sermon; Given 11/16/2002
We must continually upgrade our decorum and formality in our approach to God. What is practiced on the outside reinforces what is on the inside.