Playlist: Leavening (topic)
A Little Leaven
Sermonette by John W. RitenbaughOur individual sins (committed in our thoughts, words, and behaviors) are never isolated, but sadly influence every other member of the congregation.
The Leavening of the Pharisees, Sadducees, and Herod
Sermonette by Ted E. BowlingJesus warned of three varieties of leaven that we must guard against, staying aware of the pitfalls that will pull us down and corrupt us.
Parables of Matthew 13 (Part 2): Leaven
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe Parable of the Leaven states that the kingdom of heaven is like leaven, which a woman took and hid in three measures of meal till it was all leavened. Leaven carries a negative implication everywhere in the Bible except this parable. Leaven is a symbol of corruption with a tendency to multiply and spread throughout. The …
Opportunity
Sermonette byThe Days of Unleavened Bread is the time to build faith with God, a specific time God uses to strengthen His relationship with His people. Our time is now.
Why Are We Called To Overcome?
Sermon by John O. ReidLike physical leaven, if spiritual leaven is not checked quickly, it will expand exponentially, destroying the container housing it.
The Christian Medal of Honor
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsGod rewards patient and continual perseverance in good works, reflecting an inner nobility and character.
Why Many Do Not Understand
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughBiblical truth cannot be discerned by human intellect alone, but must be spiritually discerned. God has hidden spiritual truth from the majority for now.
Our Walk Out of Darkness Into the Light
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsAfter we accept Christ's sacrifice, we desperately need to come out of sin, walking in light rather than darkness, having continuous fellowship with God.
Jesus in the Feasts (Part One): The Bread of Life
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughEven though the prophetic significance of the Holy Days outlines the the plan of God, the work of Jesus Christ in each event is even more significant.
The Pharisees (Part 2)
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughGod is less impressed in our rote compliance to a set of rules than thoughtful application of godly principles extending justice, mercy, and faith.
The Holy Spirit: The Power of God
Sermon by Kim MyersThe Holy Spirit enables us to become offspring of God, giving us the ability to produce spiritual fruit, the very character, power, and mind of God.
The Two Wave Loaves of Pentecost
Sermon by David C. GrabbeThe offerings of the Old Testament are like divine parables, acted out to teach about the Messiah, unveiling a beautiful picture once we understand the symbols.
Magic Doesn't Work (Part Two)
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughPeople are attracted to magic because they think it brings quick results, bringing them their desires, erasing their fears and providing for their needs.
Faithful Travelers on a Spiritual Journey
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsUnleavened bread symbolizes both pilgrimage and judgment as well as corruption. As a symbol of pilgrimage it is associated with the Exodus. The Israelites rushing to leave Egypt took their dough before it was leavened having their kneading bowls bound up in their clothes and on their shoulders. The Feast of Unleavened Bread is a …