Playlist: Hope, Source of (topic)
Some Reasons for Hope
Commentary by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Amidst the troubling news of economic recession, societal decline, and the loss of national sovereignty, there are profound reasons for hope. First, our sins are forgiven, a truth of supreme importance, for without this forgiveness, there is no future to anticipate. We must thank God daily for this gift, as even one sin can …
Perseverance and Hope
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughIn the journey of faith, we are reminded that our hope must be firmly rooted in the right source. As we face the trials and pressures of life, it is essential to hold onto a hope that endures, a hope that is not fleeting but living, guaranteed by the resurrection of Jesus Christ. This hope is not merely in the promises of …
Hope and Faith
Sermon by Clyde FinkleaHopelessness stands as the most profound struggle a person can face, distinct from fear, loneliness, or desperation, where a glimmer of hope often persists. For those in Christ, hopelessness is never an enduring state, even amidst helpless circumstances, as hope remains a steadfast anchor. Biblical hope is not a mere wish or …
Our Hope
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Jesus Christ is our hope, as declared in I Timothy 1:1, serving as the foundation of our confident expectation, earnest yearning, and patient perseverance while we await the completion of our salvation. We possess a living hope because He is alive, a truth reinforced in Romans 5:10, which assures us that having been reconciled …
Hope in a Turbulent World
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Hope that comes from God is a gift given only to those whom He calls and to whom He reveals Himself. This hope is one of three qualities that form an eternal trinity with faith and love. These three are needed continuously throughout life. They function as building blocks that support endurance in trials. Faith stands under hope …
Trumpets and Hope
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe source of Christian hope lies in Jesus Christ, who alone possessed the capacity to navigate the currents of this world, overcome every obstacle, and complete His course without sin. In accomplishing this, He sacrificed His life yet secured the way for others by fastening the lifeline and leaving instructions for following …
Pentecost and Hope
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughSimeon exemplified a life sustained by hope as he waited for the Consolation of Israel, the coming of the Lord's Christ. God had revealed through the Holy Spirit that he would not see death until he beheld the Child, and this promise kept him steadfast through long years of devout, careful obedience. When he finally took Jesus …
A Cure for News Depression
Commentary by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The source of hope lies in God's Word, which supplies the learning, patience, and comfort needed to offset the overwhelming volume of bad news that produces depression and hopelessness. This counterbalance becomes essential because carnal governments inevitably pursue total control, eroding constitutional rights and moving …
Antidotes to Fear and Depression
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe source of hope is God Himself, who exercises complete sovereignty over all events and directs them toward the ultimate good of those He has called. This assurance arises from recognizing that human efforts cannot control external circumstances such as war, disease, or economic turmoil, yet God maintains a personal plan that …
Don't Be a Prudent Agnostic
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughSome of us, facing the stress of the times, may simply be going through the motions but losing every vestige of faith. We must strengthen our convictions.
We Can Make It!
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)A disciple cannot escape the kind of persecution directed against his teacher. In the wake of this kind of abuse, people can succumb to depression.
Knowing God: Formality and Customs (Part One)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughFormality and decorum (in terms of dress and behavior) are part of godly standards and sanctity. We must always look for the spirit and intent of what God commands.
God's Workmanship (Part 4)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughSalvation is not a one time event, but a continuous process—not just immunity from death, but a total transformation of our nature into a new creation.
Lamentations (Part Seven)
Sermon byThe people suffering under the Babylonians had basked in the privilege of being God's chosen people while also trashing the terms of the Covenant.