Playlist: Forward, Moving (topic)
Go Forward
Sermon by Mark SchindlerGod's elect have observed these holy days for nearly two millennia, not only reflecting on past events in His plan but also looking forward with greater understanding and anticipation of what lies ahead. He continues to move His declared purpose forward, aiming to bring all people into His Family. Those few, called by God, moved …
Don't Stop, Keep Moving
Sermon by Mike FordThe priest Eli is a tragic example of someone who began his tenure with energy, but coasted into complacency, eventually winking at flagrant sin in his sons.
Pioneers: Our Job Is the Journey
Sermon by Mark SchindlerThough we have been given gifts to edify the Body of Christ, these gifts are of ancillary purposes only as they move everyone forward on the spiritual journey.
Keep Walking
Sermonette byGod uses trials to test and humble us, but He never impedes our ability to move forward toward His goal of creating us as a family in His image.
Faithful Travelers on a Spiritual Journey
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsWe are not standing still but moving forward where we should be. Like faithful pilgrims of old, we are traveling toward something far greater than anything this world has to offer, a Kingdom prepared by God Himself. Peter encourages us not only to be aware of the challenges along the way but to look forward with anticipation and …
End of an Era
Commentary by Richard T. RitenbaughThe death of John Ritenbaugh is part of one era of the greater church of God ending. The older generation is passing and the next generations must step up.
No One Else Matters (Part One)
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughAll God's shepherds are mortal men, guilty of sin, including Moses. Despite that, God backed them up because they faithfully followed His leadership.
Looking Back
Sermon by Ryan McClureWe must be careful not to get too accustomed to the things of this world so that we find it difficult to leave it behind, like Lot's hapless wife.
Burn the Ships
Sermon by Ted E. BowlingTotal commitment is not an option, it is a requirement, as Elisha demonstrated when Elijah threw the mantle on him leading Elisha to sacrifice his oxen.
Escape From Box Canyon
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughGod forced Israel either to trust Him completely for deliverance or to return to their slavery. One of the greatest miracles in history has a lesson for us.
Sacrificial Service Within the Body
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Mark SchindlerWe have all been placed into the Body of Christ with unique gifts God has graciously given to each of us for a pleasing burnt offering service.
Lessons From Unleavened Bread
Sermon by Mark SchindlerGod commands His people to move forward as they leave the zero-sum system of get that weakens the nations and enter the productive way of give that enhances creation. This directive appears at the climax of Israel's deliverance when the Egyptians approach and the people look back in fear. Moses tells them to stand still and see …
The Doctrine of Israel (Part Fifteen):The Israel of God
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe top priority for the Israel of God is to cooperate with Him as He develops godly character through their mortifying the old man and putting on the new man.
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.
All in All
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe 'all in all' process has already begun. Our obligation and responsibility is to obey and yield to Christ and God the Father, conforming to their image.
Resistance (Part Three): Persistence
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe elite athlete is the one with the gritty persistence and tenacity to fight on regardless of the obstacles, wanting nothing to do with mediocrity.
Trumpets, Christ's Coming, and Works
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughBecause the exact time of Christ's return is not known, we must always be ready, as though His return is imminent. Those not prepared will be blindsided.
How Fear Resists Faith
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsGod has not designed us to live in fear but to walk forward with confidence and strength and purpose. This message explains how to move forward when fear tries to hold us back. We must move forward on faith and God will be with us. We must live in the present to the fullest and not let our worry of the future determine our …
The Divine Warrior
Sermon/Bible Study by Richard T. RitenbaughDivine warfare is not a relic of primitive religion, but instead a profound expression of God's sovereign authority and redemptive purpose throughout Scripture.
Christian Optimism
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughPaul wrote some of his most optimistic letters from prison, under the possibility of execution, but absolutely convinced that ultimate victory was imminent.
Reach for the Goal
Sermon by John O. ReidSimilar to the way people pull together in times of crisis, we must also have a goal, a vision of the finish line, in order to overcome and grow.
Made His Wonderful Work to be Remembered (Part One)
Sermon byWe must remember that God is working not only in the world, but in our personal lives as well, training us to lead, act, and believe with conviction.
A World of Regret
Sermonette by Joseph B. BaityRegret is different from regular sorrow in the greater knowledge that we could have had a better consequence or outcome.
Fear is the Mindkiller
Sermonette by Jarod RitenbaughFear impacts the nervous system, manifesting three instinctive responses: freeze, flight, and fight. These occur in everyday life and throughout Scripture.
Ecclesiastes Resumed (Part Thirty-Eight): Ecclesiastes 11:1-8
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughSolomon counsels us to exercise diligence, work hard, plan for disruptions, obstacles, and roadblocks, spreading risk to work within this futile world.
The Road Not Taken
Sermonette by James C. StoertzAfter standing still, waiting for God's decision for us, we must diligently move forward as God draws us, taking the opportunity of acquiring more of God's Spirit.
The Last Adam
Sermonette by Ryan McClureThe first Adam yielded to sin and brought death upon humanity; the last Adam beat sin and is on course to permanently destroy death.
Enduring to the End of What?
Sermonette by Craig SablichEvery previous event and decision in our lives has shaped our resultant character, including the bad decisions that led us down a wrong path.
Of Living Dogs and Dead Lions
Sermonette by Austin Del CastilloGuilt from failure to overcome is a dangerous distraction. When we consider God's profound pity, we realize that He is able to cleanse us, too.