Playlist: Jesus Christ's Relationship with the Father (topic)
The Father-Son Relationship (Part Four)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughJesus Christ's relationship with the Father reveals a profound dynamic of unity and distinction. Jesus, as the Mediator between the Father, whom we refer to as the Absolute Deity, and mankind, holds a unique position, being of the God-kind yet subordinate to the Father. He Himself declared that He has a God, identifying this God …
The Father-Son Relationship (Part One)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughJesus Christ's relationship with the Father reveals a profound and distinct dynamic within the divine purpose. The Father is the Source of all things, the origin and the ultimate Object toward which all creation moves. Jesus Christ, the Son, serves as the Channel through whom the Father carries out His purpose, acting as the …
The Father-Son Relationship (Part Two)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughJesus Christ's relationship with the Father reveals a distinct dynamic of greater and lesser roles. The Father is consistently shown as the Source of all things, the only true God, and the Supreme God, while Jesus, as the Son, is the Image of that One God, reflecting His character, attitude, purpose, and virtues such as wisdom, …
The Father-Son Relationship (Part Eight)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughJesus Christ's relationship with the Father is deeply rooted in Their unity and shared purpose. They are one in mind and Spirit, in perfect agreement regarding the operations of Their divine purpose, though They are not one person but distinct Beings. This relationship, while less detailed in the Old Testament, is abundantly …
The Father-Son Relationship (Part Five)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughJesus Christ's relationship with the Father reveals a distinct hierarchy and dynamic of submission, clearly setting Them apart as two separate Beings of the God-kind. The Son, though divine, acknowledges a God above Him, as evidenced when He cried out on the stake, "My God, My God, Why have You forsaken Me?" This plea …
The Father-Son Relationship (Part Three)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe Father and the Son are two distinct Personalities with unique responsibilities, yet They cooperate so seamlessly that They appear as one, though the Father is the greater of the Two. The Father is the Source from whom all begins and the Object toward which all moves, while the Son is the Channel through whom all is …
The Father-Son Relationship (Part Six)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughJesus Christ's relationship with the Father reveals a distinct dynamic of superior and inferior positions in Their operations within Their plan, though not in Their nature or being. The Father is the Source, issuing orders, while the Son submits, is sent, and carries them out. The Father remains in the background, unseen and …
The Father-Son Relationship (Part Seven)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughJesus Christ's relationship with the Father reveals a profound unity and distinctiveness within the Godhead. He emphasizes this bond by stating that He is the way, the truth, and the life, and that no one comes to the Father except through Him. This relationship is central, as He declares that if you have seen Him, you have seen …
Intimacy with Christ (Part Four)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughWe don't really know something unless we have experienced it. Knowing God manifests itself in the way one lives, reflecting faithfulness and obedience.
Hebrews (Part Three): Who Was Jesus? (cont.)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)John identifies Christ as co-eternal with the Father, equal in character, but subordinate in authority. Christ's sonship was unique; He was the 'only Begotten Son.'
God the Father (Part 1)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsJesus reveals that the Father has always had supreme authority, and that He and His Father are absolutely at one in purpose. We must conform to their image.
Honoring God the Father
Sermonette by Bill OnisickFather's Day may have originated when the Roman Catholic Church set aside March 19 to honor fatherhood.
Fatherhood and Modern Temptations
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsMany fathers abdicate their leadership responsibilities, becoming addicted to workaholism, television, or even pornography. The culture teeters on destruction
All in All (Part 1)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The end of the sanctification process is when Christ will have defeated all enemies and put all things under His feet. Then, God the Father will be all in all.
John (Part Two)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughJohn emphasizes the reality of Jesus as the Logos (a word revealing hidden thought), the manifestation of God in the flesh, emphasizing His preexistence and divinity.
Who Do You Trust? (Part One)
Sermon by Mark SchindlerCynical finger-pointing has destroyed confidence in every human institution, whether political, educational, scientific, and religious.
What Does God Really Want? (Part 6)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughGod provides the gift before it is actually needed so that when it is needed, everything is prepared for the person to do as he has been commissioned to do.
The Perfect Husband
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughHusbands need to imitate God's behavior as reflected through the life of Jesus Christ. Isaiah 54 reveals Yahweh (who became Jesus Christ) as the Husband of Israel.