Playlist: God's Way of Life (topic)
He Came to Reintroduce a Way of Life
Sermonette by Craig SablichJesus Christ did not come to start a new religion, but instead reintroduce a way of life that would liberate people from sin.
Life in the Church
Sermon by David C. GrabbeOutwardly, many members in Sardis bore Christ's name, but like the apparently religious Pharisees, they were in reality hypocrites, full of dead men's bones.
A More Excellent Way
Sermonette by Richard T. RitenbaughWhy are we satisfied with what we are when we know we could be doing much better? Many believe God will be satisfied with just about anything.
True Worship of God
Sermonette by Craig SablichAny practice that does not give its loyalty to the Creator and is not devoted to His truth is nothing more than a method of worship created by men.
It Can Only Be One Way - Choose!
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Kim MyersAs the carcasses of our forebears covered the Sinai, the ruined lives of former believers who compromised with God's law, also have succumbed to ruin.
What Kind of Life Do You Want?
Sermon by David C. GrabbeIn times of societal imbalance and institutional decay, history reminds us—much like the trials faced by the Hebrews—that survival requires radical reorientation, not superficial reform. For believers, this means restoring the supremacy of Christ and placing Him first, embracing not a life of worldly fulfillment or …
Thinking the Righteous Way
Sermonette by Clyde FinkleaSin begins in thought before it ever becomes an action. Psalm 119:11 teaches we must hide God's Word in our hearts so we will not sin against Him.
The Solid Foundation of God
Sermonette by Richard T. RitenbaughWe don't all build on the foundation in the same manner, but God will test the quality of work for each of us in order to see if our edifice will stand.
Conditions for Blessings
Sermonette by Martin G. CollinsWhen people test God's promises, they come to appreciate the blessings which follow obedience to His laws. Most of the blessings we receive today are spiritual.
Offering Profane Fire
Sermonette by Craig SablichGod's way of life is not about a church building, an organization, or a denomination; it is about a system of belief that God Himself designed. This way of life demands that we worship Him on His terms, not through traditions or practices foreign to His instructions. God determines how He is to be worshiped, and good intentions …
A Search for a Singular Truth
Commentary by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)A political party has the trappings of a religion, trying to get adherents to their beliefs and ideas. America is being torn apart by two false religions.
Self-Examination, Not Self-Preoccupation
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsThere is a critical difference between self-examination and self-preoccupation. We must accurately assess our spiritual state without becoming self-absorbed.
The Covenants, Grace, and Law (Part Fourteen)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughNo part of God's Law has been 'done away'. Jesus came to magnify the law, giving it a far more penetrating, spiritual application. Man flounders without law.
Meditate on These Things
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsWe must avoid shallow thinking, developing spiritual depth by meditating upon God's creation, His truth, His Law and His standards of righteousness.
Displaying a Good Conscience: Politeness
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsTrue politeness is not mere social formality but a sacred expression of Christian virtue. Genuine courtesy flows from love, humility, patience, and integrity.
Assurance That We Know Him!
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsIf we know God, we no longer have the feeling that God is against us; we have no dread of God, but instead have awe and respect; we know that God loves us.
Why Do You Believe What You Believe?
Sermonette by Craig SablichWhy are we taking ten days out of our lives, putting 10% of our income aside, bringing ourselves to a vacation mecca but seemingly not doing whatever we want?
The World (Part 1)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughOur worldview must be shaped by a fear of God, a love for His people, and a hatred for the world's practices that destroy our relationship with God.
The Eyes of the Blind Shall Be Opened
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsThe parable of the blind man parallels our post-conversion process throughout many parts of our life. We are given hope and a way of overcoming our lack of clarity.
'But I Say to You' (Part Two): Murder and Anger
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughMurder originates in the heart. Nothing from the outside defiles a man but originates in the heart governed by carnal human nature.
Is the United States a Christian Nation? (Part Six)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The belief that America was or is a Christian nation cannot be supported by the facts. The world, governed by Satan, hates Christ's true followers.
Sanctification and Holiness (Part 4)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe bronze altar, made with the censers from the rebels, was a reminder of the folly of rebelling against holy things, replacing God's standards with human ones.
The Unshakable Kingdom!
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsBecause all things will be violently shaken, God commands His people to place their trust in the unshakeable Kingdom of God which will displace all empires.
Preparing To Rule
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)How can a group of rag-tag upstarts with no experience—that's how the world's leaders perceive us—hope to succeed where they have utterly failed?
Why Are We Here?
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughJesus Christ's and Paul's example in Sabbath observance (including the annual Sabbaths) provide a model as to how we keep the Sabbath and the holy days.
Confidence at Christ's Appearance
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsSociety often feels little shame over wrongdoing, yet deep embarrassment about being associated with faith, moral standards, or the God of the Bible. What was once honored is now avoided, and what was once shameful is openly celebrated. Yet, there will come a time when hidden sins are exposed, and true accountability brings a …
Housing and Property Redistribution
Commentary by Martin G. CollinsThe United Nations Agenda 21 plan recommends the confiscation of private property for the sake of an equitable economic and social system.
Marriage and the Bride of Christ (Part Two)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsThe husband is charged to exercise love to his wife, actually a more demanding task than submitting, carrying more instructions than the command to submit.
Prepare for Your Future Now
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John O. ReidWe have been base and ignoble, but Christ has enabled us to be cleaned up and transformed or shaped into offspring of God to be joint heirs with Christ.