Playlist: Righteous, The (topic)
Righteous Lot?
Sermon by Bill OnisickWhile Lot's decisions may seem grievous to us, the repetitious references to 'righteous' indicates that God penetrates through to the heart.
Psalms: Book One (Part Six)
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughPsalm 23 depicts the gratitude we should display from a sheep's point of view, as the animal boasts of blessings and marvels about the care of his Shepherd.
The Poor in Spirit
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughNothing that we could ever do could impress God, except for our contrition, acknowledgment of our infirmity, and remorse for our sins which displease God.
Ecclesiastes and the Feast of Tabernacles (Part 2)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughGod emphasizes Ecclesiastes during the Feast of Tabernacles to show the result of doing whatever our human heart leads us to do. The physical cannot satisfy.
Psalm Genres (Part Four): Laments
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe righteous find hope and strength amidst life's inevitable sorrows and trials. In Psalm 64, the psalmist expresses confidence that God will turn the schemes of the wicked against them, ensuring that the righteous shall be glad in the Lord and trust in Him. The upright in heart shall glory, reflecting a residual honor for …
Too Good to Ignore
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughWhen we become skillful, doing things that perhaps no one else has done, we acquire passion, creativity, control over output, and fulfillment.
Our Battle Against Evil Programming!
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsMilitary strategists have desensitized people to accept killing as normal and acceptable, even as Video games condition people to enjoy killing.
Flourishing
Sermonette by Ronny H. GrahamPsalm 92 teaches that we can compare the unique characteristics of the palm and cedar trees to righteous members of God's church.
Many Are Called, But Few Are Chosen (Part Twelve)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsGoats are aggressive, sneaky and disobedient; they are loners, uncooperative, and stingy. The sheep enter God's Kingdom because they show compassion to others.
Psalm 55
Sermon/Bible Study by Richard T. RitenbaughBeing blindsided by the betrayal of a friend or a brother in the church is one of the hardest experiences to endure. Even Jesus Christ had to face betrayal from Judas Iscariot. It was among the final trials He had to bear. Yet, in response, He instructed Judas with resolve, saying, "What you have to do, do quickly." This example …
Psalms 90-100
Sermon/Bible Study by Richard T. RitenbaughPsalms 90-100 are prophetic, having a definite time progression, especially referencing the time frame between the Feast of Trumpets to the Last Great Day.
The Doctrine of Israel (Part Nine): Romans 11
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughPaul poses two questions in Romans 11: Has God discarded Israel for all time? Will God graft physical Israel into the Covenant people of Abraham?
Glory, Glory, Hallelujah
Sermonette by John ReissLooking forward to the promises that God wants to give to billions of His human creations inspires us to keep on striving through the trials and struggles.
Our Identity: Conviction or Convenience?
Sermonette by Hunter D. SwansonExploring whether we follow our faith because of conviction or convenience is an essential question we should ask when we seek to determine what motivates us.
Can a Believer Sanctify a Husband or Wife?
Sermonette by David C. GrabbeIf only God can call someone into His family, how is it possible that a believing husband or wife can sanctify a spouse or child (I Corinthians 7:14)?
Grace, Mercy, and Favor (Part Four): Favor to Live as God Lives
Sermon by Mark SchindlerWe earn God's favor by obedience; there is a direct tie between submission to His will and His favor. The more one submits, the more favor and grace accrues.
The Counting Lessons #2 and #3
Sermonette by Gary GarrettAs the palm tree grows from the inside out, the spiritual life of God's called-out one grows from the heart and mind in which God's Spirit dwells.