Playlist: Harvest, Symbolism of (topic)
The Present Harvest (Part One)
Sermon by Charles Whitaker (1944-2021)The image of harvest carries significant symbolism in the Scriptures, with varied applications. In one sense, harvest refers to the gathering of people, a concept tied to the immediate context of Christ's ministry in Galilee as described in Matthew 9. Here, Christ speaks of a harvest that is not prophetic or future-oriented but …
The Harvest is Almost In
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John O. ReidThe harvest, as symbolized in the memories of hard work on a farm, reflects a time of intense labor followed by satisfaction and accomplishment. Just as the crew would toil from early morning until dark to bring in the crop, enduring discipline to reap the rewards, so too are we called to work toward a wonderful harvest. This …
The Appointed Weeks of Pentecost
Sermon by David C. GrabbeThe symbolism of harvest within the context of God's appointed times carries profound meaning, reflecting both literal and metaphorical significance. Biblically, harvest represents a time of evaluation, where the consequences of one's actions, whether good or bad, come to fruition. This is evident in the Feast of Harvest, also …
The Two Wave Loaves of Pentecost
Sermon by David C. GrabbeThe symbolism of harvest in relation to Pentecost carries profound meaning, reflecting both agricultural and spiritual dimensions. Each crop, whether barley, wheat, olives, grapes, figs, or honey, has firstfruits, an early sample that belongs to God, signifying the start of a harvest rather than its completion. This concept of …
Rejoice in God's Feast
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe symbolism of the harvest, particularly in relation to the Feast of Tabernacles and Pentecost, carries profound meaning in God's design for His feasts. At both Pentecost and Tabernacles, the Israelites were likely to bring portions of their harvest, such as winter wheat for Pentecost and fall grains for Tabernacles, as …
Teachings from Tabernacles
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by David C. GrabbeThe temporary dwellings remind us that nothing earthly is permanent nor our true inheritance, and that our focus must be on what God is doing.
Who Are the Firstfruits?
Sermonette by David C. GrabbeWe may take it for granted that 'firstfruits' are synonymous with 'Christians.'" However, 'firstfruits' is very general, referring to surprising things.
Teachings From Tabernacles (2021)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by David C. GrabbeIf we neglect our cultivation of spiritual fruit during the year, the harvest will reflect that. The fruit of one's labors will be evident at harvest time.
Rejoice and Fear God
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughWe must fill our lives with peace, repenting, changing our attitude, and voluntarily yielding to God before we can produce the fruits of righteousness.
Patience With Growth
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughFruit maturation takes time. Waiting for the fruit is just part of the story; while we wait, we must also work, including thinning and pruning.
Themes of Ruth (Part Three): Redemption
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughJesus redeemed us with His shed blood from the penalty of our sins, but He also works as our High Priest, continually redeeming us until we are resurrected.
Feast of Tabernacles Basics
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe basics of the Feast of Tabernacles consist of a harvest image, depicting a massive number of people coming to the truth. The journey depicts a time of judgment.
Deuteronomy (Part 2) (1994)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughDeuteronomy, which is to be reviewed every seven years, provides us with vision and instruction for living in our spiritual Promised Land.
Firstfruits to God
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughSix descriptors describe the special qualities God desires in His Firstfruits. We must continually examine ourselves to make sure these descriptors apply to us.
Ecclesiastes: What is it All About? (Part One)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughEcclesiastes teaches that life has meaning and purpose only when lived by faith for God's Kingdom, not just for earthly, 'under the sun' pursuits.
A Bed Too Short (Part 2)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Charles Whitaker (1944-2021)Americans, living well on credit and enamored with technology, have deceived themselves that they have advanced beyond the consequences of God's Law.
Ecclesiastes (Part Six)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughWe must have the patience to realize that God accomplishes His purpose for us in His time. God's timing is beautiful, taking place at the right time.
The Father's Promise of Power!
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsThe first fruits who have received the gift of God's Holy Spirit have a second spirit to bring the spirit in man in line with God's will.
Powerful Effects of the Holy Spirit
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsWe are intrigued by supernatural power, and many seek to display it. Yet the Scriptures show the activity of the Holy Spirit in ways that are commonly missed.
Psalms: Book Three (Part One)
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughBook Three of the Psalms deals with the somber theme of judgment on a people who have rejected their God and have produced much rotten spiritual fruit.
John (Part Nine)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughJesus teaches the difference between works that cause burdens (work that profanes the Sabbath) and works that relieve burdens. The Father and Son never stop working.
Ecclesiastes and the Feast of Tabernacles (Part 1)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughLove for this world will inevitably bring disillusionment. Because the world is passing away, our priorities should be to fear God and keep his commandments.
Our Awesome Destiny (2000)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThrough a miraculous combination of knowledge plus the spirit of God, we realize that our destiny is to be a part of the divine Family.
How Long, O Lord?
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The Seventh Trumpet is a call to assemble, a call to battle, and announces the arrival of a new ruler, Jesus Christ, separating the wheat from the tares.
Don't Show Up Empty
Sermonette by David C. GrabbeWe must not think that we will achieve spiritual growth merely by passively standing in close proximity to God's word or His church; fruit requires work.
God's Sea of Glass (Part 2)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsAt the marriage supper of the Lamb, the resurrected saints, those who have faithfully kept God's commandments, will be allowed to assemble on the sea of glass.
A New Beginning
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsAtonement represents a new beginning when people of the world would be reconciled to God and freed from their bondage, reflecting the year of Jubilee.
How Long, O Lord? (1994)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe references to trumpets suggest an announcement of a specific event or an alarm of what is to follow. Typically, the events themselves are figurative trumpet blasts.