Playlist: Sinning Brother (topic)
Dealing With a Sinning Brother
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughIn the context of addressing grave sin within the church, as seen in Corinth, the apostle Paul dealt decisively with a scandalous case of incest involving a church member and his father's wife. Such a sin was shocking even in the perverse environment of Corinth, a city steeped in wickedness and moral laxity. Paul's immediate …
Sin Against God
Sermonette by Richard T. RitenbaughFrequent emphasis within the church on Matthew 18:15-17—the process for addressing a brother who has sinned against another—often reveals a deeper problem rooted in human nature. Because people are innately self-centered, they tend to personalize minor slights, such as not being greeted at church or being overlooked …
The Need for Forgiveness
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe concept of the sinning brother centers on how forgiveness must be extended within the church body, following the pattern of self-sacrifice modeled by Jesus Christ and the apostle Paul. Paul's willingness to be accursed for the sake of unconverted Israel, expressed in Romans 9:1-4, establishes the standard: true conversion …
Matthew (Part Twenty-Four)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughThose who are mature should be able to endure the slights of the immature, being circumspect not to lead anyone into sin through our careless example.
The Scepter, Duty, and the Days of Unleavened Bread
Sermon by Mark SchindlerGod has honored His promise to David that He would always provide a member of his family to sit on the throne of Judah. The heirs to David's scepter live today.
Thou Shall Love Thy Neighbor
Sermon by John O. ReidWe are obligated to show compassion and mercy to all, refraining from gossip, exercising righteous judgment, forgiving others and applying the Golden Rule.
Conduct of the New Life
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsDriving out the evil must be followed by cultivating goodness and righteousness. An antidote to depression is to get our hearts focused on someone else.
Discerning of Spirit
Sermonette by Ronny H. GrahamWe need the ability to discriminate in spiritual matters. Grace does not cover unrepented sins nor fellowship with those contemptuous of God's laws.
Christian Men: Personal Responsibility
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsAlthough men have no moral or mental advantages over women, God has commissioned them to actively lead, providing security and stability to family and society.
Offences Must Come
Sermonette by Ronny H. GrahamContrary to popular usage, the verb 'offend' indicates a transgression of a moral or divine standard. There is little room to be offended unless there is sin.
Preparing to Be a Priest
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe primary function of a priest is to assist people in accessing God so that there can be unity with God. A priest is a bridge-builder between man and God.
Biblical Principles of Justice (Part Three)
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThough the Old and New Testament are complementary to one another, the emphasis of justice in the New Testament switches from national to personal in scope.
The Meekness and Gentleness of Christ
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsJesus demonstrated His meekness in His treatment of many with whom He interacted. Balancing firmness and gentleness, He seeks to save rather than destroy.
John (Part Fourteen)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughThe overriding motivation for the individuals bringing to Jesus the woman caught in adultery was to trap Him, impaling Him on the horns of a dilemma.