Playlist: Words as Spirit (topic)
A Primer On Spirit
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Jesus Christ teaches a profound truth about the nature of words as spirit, emphasizing their invisible yet powerful influence. He declares that the words He speaks are spirit, carrying a depth that, when believed, become spiritual influences leading to salvation. Words, though immaterial and unseen, are the essence of a mind, …
Wind and God's Spirit
Sermon by Charles WhitakerThe connection between wind and words, or wind and voice, reveals a profound relationship in the Scriptures. Wind does not always need to be powerful or destructive; it can manifest as a gentle breeze, refreshing and invigorating. In I Kings 19:11-12, God speaks to Elijah not in the strong wind that shattered rocks, nor in the …
The Holy Spirit and the Trinity (Part Four)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe Bible reveals a profound connection between words and spirit, emphasizing their invisible yet powerful influence. Jesus declared in John 6:63 that His words are spirit and they are life, indicating that words carry a dynamic, immaterial essence that can inspire and transform. This principle extends beyond His words, as the …
The Holy Spirit and the Trinity (Part One)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe concept of words as spirit reveals a profound connection between the mind and the invisible essence that drives actions. Words are spirit, embodying the essence of one's mind, whether it be God's or man's. They originate from the mind, serving as symbols of concepts with the power to inspire, encourage, exhort, depress, …
The Holy Spirit and the Trinity (Part Five)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughGod's Spirit is the essence of His mind rather than a third person. With this Spirit, God opens our minds, dwells in us, and transfers His nature to us.
Metaphors of God's Word
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughChrist says His words are Spirit and Life; they have a quality above human words because their source is divine. If ingested, these words lead to eternal life.
Forms vs. Spirituality (Part 6)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughChrist emphasizes that the internal, weightier matters, which change the heart, take precedence over external ceremonial concerns that don't change the heart.
Words of Life, Words of Death
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by David F. MaasBy exposing the negative self-talk, we can turn the self-imposed words of death into words of life.
Our Spiritual Reality
Sermonette by Bill OnisickNeither virtual reality nor spiritual reality can be seen with the naked eye—the first requires equipment, and the second requires eyes of faith.
Communication and Coming Out of Babylon (Part 2)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughAll of us are influenced by the culture of the world, guided and inspired by the prince of the power of the air. Satan has deceived the whole world.
The Cunning of Satan
Sermon by Kim MyersThe process of being taken over by sin usually takes place over a lengthy period of time as we allow Satan's deceptive words to corrode our attitudes.
Mightier Than the Sword (Part Six)
Commentary by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Rousseau's malignant ideas have metastasized into a virulent cancer of collectivism, socialism and Communism, the centralization of power.
Freedom, Liberty, and Bondage
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Grace places limits on our freedom, training us for the Kingdom of God. Our behavior must be clearly distinguishable from the non-believers in society.
Strategies for Escaping Babylon (Part Seven)
Sermon by David F. MaasWe draw closer to God through Bible study and prayer. Here are practical techniques for augmenting our Bible study, gathering our daily spiritual manna.
How Does God Help Us? (Part 2)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe trials we go through are part of His providence, putting us into humility and determining what really motivates us.
Does Doctrine Really Matter? (Part Eight)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughFaith is difficult enough to maintain on its own, but greatly confused when the pastor dilutes correct doctrine with 'benign' false doctrine from the world.
Does Doctrine Really Matter? (Part Ten)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe vast majority of Christian-professing churches has been saturated with pagan doctrines (like antinomianism and dispensationalism), derived from Gnosticism.
Be There Next Year!
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughWhether we do or do not make it to the Feast of Tabernacles next year depends on our faithfulness at stirring up the gift of God's spirit within us.
What's So Bad About Babylon? (2013) (Part Three)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Babylon is a system, virtually irresistible to the carnal mind, appealing to ambition and self-centeredness. It is far greater than any church institution.
The Two Witnesses (Part Four)
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe seven golden lamps symbolize 7 churches, empowered by abundant oil, manifested as spiritual words. Zerubbabel is a type of Christ, finishing the Temple.