Playlist: Handwriting on the Wall (topic)
The Handwriting is on the Wall (2017): The Fourth Turning
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The concept of the 'Handwriting on the Wall' is mentioned in relation to the theme of history repeating itself, as drawn from the Bible. This theme is central to the understanding that historical events follow a rhythmic pattern or cycle, as indicated by Ecclesiastes 3:15. This verse underscores the idea that under God's …
Handwriting on the Wall: Forgetfulness
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughIn the tradition of beginning each feast with a sermon titled "The Handwriting is on the Wall," a trend is highlighted that illustrates Jesus Christ and His return are right on schedule. This sermon also serves as an introduction to the Deuteronomy theme of this year's Feast of Tabernacles, performing double duty in its purpose. …
The Handwriting Is on The Wall (2003)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughBrethren, I submit to you that in this era of life we are living in, the handwriting is on the wall. The cycle of war, uneasy peace, fervent spiritual awakening, and gradual unraveling will never change until a solution that addresses the real cause of mankind's dilemma is supplied. The root of the problem lies in mankind's …
The Handwriting Is on the Wall (1996): Scattering
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe phrase "the handwriting is on the wall" has come to signify a clear warning of imminent danger, perhaps even the collapse of an institution or a nation, or death for the person to whom the prophecy is directed. In recent years, God has sent numerous warnings of grave danger facing the church of God, with the intensity of …
The Handwriting Is on the Wall (2004)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe concept of the "Handwriting on the Wall," drawn from the Daniel 5 account during Belshazzar's reign as king of Babylon, serves as a powerful metaphor for recognizing the signs of impending events. This cliché implies that, given the circumstances leading up to a significant occurrence, we should have anticipated the outcome …
The Handwriting Is on the Wall (1995)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughIn the account of Belshazzar, God dramatically intervened to show that He is aware of what is going on. During a celebration where God's holy vessels were disrespected, the fingers of a man's hand suddenly appeared and inscribed the words MENE, MENE, TEKEL, UPHARSIN, signaling imminent doom for Belshazzar. Daniel explained the …
Handwriting on the Wall: Cultural Christianity
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe church of God has a tradition of beginning each Feast of Tabernacles with a sermon titled "The Handwriting Is On the Wall," a practice started in 1994. These sermons highlight trends and events in the world as signs that Jesus Christ's return is on schedule. This year's focus is on Cultural Christianity as a significant sign …
The Handwriting Is on the Wall (1997)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughIn the midst of a tumultuous period in Babylon, after the reigns of various rulers marked by intrigue and instability, God sent a profound message to Belshazzar during an impious feast. As they drank wine from the sacred bowls taken from God's Temple in Jerusalem, a mysterious warning appeared, giving rise to the phrase, "The …
The Handwriting is on the Wall (2008)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The handwriting is on the wall for this nation, reflecting a stark picture of moral, economic, and political decline. Just as in the fateful evening of 539 BC when Belshazzar witnessed the mysterious hand writing Mene, Mene, Tekel, Upharsin on the wall, causing his knees to tremble in fear, so too does America face a dire …
The Handwriting Is on the Wall (2000)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughIn the context of recognizing the signs of the times, the phrase "the handwriting is on the wall" serves as a powerful reminder of inevitable outcomes. As found in Daniel the fifth chapter, this expression has become a proverb indicating that even before an event reaches its conclusion, clear signs were present that should have …
Handwriting on the Wall: Without Natural Affection
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughIn our day, the phrase "handwriting on the wall" suggests reaching a point where the outcome, usually negative, is patently obvious. When that point comes, we say the handwriting is on the wall, indicating failure or an inevitable downfall. For instance, the handwriting was on the wall during the so-called Summer of Love, when a …
The Handwriting Is on the Wall (2005)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe cultural calamity addressed in this sermon, titled "Handwriting on the Wall," reveals a profound social disruption within the United States and Britain, as well as other Israelitish nations, on a scale nearly comparable to the destruction caused by war. This calamity is evidenced by the rapid destruction of the family, a …
The Handwriting Is on the Wall (1994)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe account of the handwriting on the wall in Daniel 5 serves as a powerful warning of impending disaster, a concept that has woven itself into common language to describe situations where all signs point to an unavoidable calamity. In that ancient context, Belshazzar profaned sacred utensils from the Temple, ignoring the …
Handwriting on the Wall (2015)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The phrase "the handwriting is on the wall" originates from the book of Daniel and has become a byword in the English-speaking world for a message of great portent. It signifies an event or trend that warns of impending disaster, urging preparation for what is to come. While this concept once focused on specific events, it now …
The Handwriting on the Wall (2012)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Brethren, the handwriting is on the wall for this nation, as we witness a profound moral and economic decline. The lies and evasions of truth by those campaigning for office reflect a deeper immorality that has severed our contact with God. By withholding vital information, these leaders are, in spirit, lying to the American …
Handwriting on the Wall (2020): Critical Race Theory
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe concept of the Handwriting on the Wall, drawn from Daniel 5, serves as a powerful metaphor for recognizing inevitable outcomes, often negative, as they become increasingly apparent. In its original context, it was a literal sign—an actual hand carving letters into the plaster of a wall, signaling the imminent defeat of …
The Handwriting is on the Wall: Conspiracies
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Conspiracies by political actors have led to grasping at power. We must not worry about conspiracies, but instead align ourselves with God's Kingdom.
The Handwriting Is on the Wall (2021)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Mark SchindlerWhen comparing the Jewish Disneyland Succoth Extravaganza with the Holy Days kept by Israel, it is obvious that the veil still bars their understanding.
The Handwriting Is on the Wall (2002)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe prophecy of Deuteronomy 28:42-49 concerns the curse of the stranger rising higher and higher above us, displacing our Israelitish culture with foreign one.
The Handwriting Is On the Wall (2011)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)While love grows cold because lawlessness abounds, the church may well have to go underground in order to survive. We must prepare for horrific times.
The Handwriting Is On the Wall (Part One) (2007)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe scattering of the church was God-ordained, providing a test for godliness. The isolating demonstrated by some groups is an abomination and an affront.
The Handwriting Is On the Wall (Part Two) (2007)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe sheep do not belong to any man or group, but to Christ. It is Christ's responsibility to get the sheep into the Kingdom, not the ministry's.
Handwriting Is On The Wall (2019)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThose espousing transhumanism aspire to correct the 'glitches' of human imperfection through gene splicing, replacing 'inferior' organs with synthetic ones.
The Handwriting Is On the Wall (2010)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)A perception is how we affix significance to what we look at. With a distorted perception, we will not accept reality; our perception becomes our reality.
South Africa's Land Confiscation
Commentary by Richard T. RitenbaughThe sinister handwriting is on the wall for South Africa, hell-bent to follow the same Marxist principles which destroyed Zimbabwe.
Power Belongs to God (Part 1)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughPaul knew that only through strengthening his relationship with God was he able to both abound and be abased. When we are in trouble, we need to contact God first.
A Truly Threatening Time
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Progressive judicial powers have succeeded in taking away the civil rights of Christians, who can no longer practice their beliefs in the public square.
God, the End Times, and Massive Movements of People
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe cult of diversity has created more conflicts, hatred, and crimes than any other idea promoted by secularists, who consider God-fearing people to be deplorable.
Unity (Part 1): God and HWA
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughA major cause in the splitting of the church has been the wholesale rejection of the doctrines Herbert Armstrong, under God's inspiration, restored.
Structure and Sovereignty in Daniel 2-7
Sermon/Bible Study by Richard T. RitenbaughDaniel chapters 2-7 form a chiastic (X shaped) structure. Chapters 2 and 7, 3 and 6, and 4 and 5 are paired and mirrored, reinforcing significant themes.
A Government to Fear (Part Seven)
Commentary by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Even though Western governments are comparatively less tyrannical than their Gentile counterparts, they too can force their ways on the populace.
The Book of Daniel (Part Four)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsSin, the real opiate of the people, makes us oblivious to danger, giving us a debased and reprobate mind. It is not static, but leads to destruction.
The Sovereignty of God (Part Five)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughA converted person, accepting God's specific care with His children, realizes that both prosperity and deprivation are tools in the Creator's workshop.
The Fear of God (Part Two)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughEven before we acquire the necessary building blocks of faith, hope, and love, we must acquire the fear of God, which unlocks the treasures of God.
Lamentations (Part Six; 1989)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughLamentations 3 looks at the horrible affliction of the people and sees good coming from tribulation because it has been God's tool of correction.