Playlist: Appetite, Control of (topic)
The Essence of Self-Control
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsSelf-control involves mastery over appetites and passions. A lack of self-control results in indulgence in lust, greed, gluttony, and alcoholism, leading to stumbling and disgrace. The Greek term egkrateia denotes power over oneself, holding appetites in check through moderation. Paul disciplined his body to achieve this …
Stimulating a Spiritual Appetite
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by David F. MaasGod designed physical appetites such as hunger, thirst, sleep, and procreation as wholesome drives that motivate productivity and reflect aspects of His mind, yet He intends these cravings to be controlled and redirected rather than indulged without restraint. Uncontrolled or perverted appetites become idols that displace love …
Stewardship of God's Temple (Part One)
Sermon by David F. MaasThe control of appetite is a vital aspect of stewardship over our bodies, which are the temple of God's Holy Spirit. Overindulgence, such as gluttony, is a serious offense, representing a form of idolatry that places material desires above God. When the desire for food and drink becomes paramount, it distracts from our spiritual …
Maintaining Good Health (Part 11)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughHuman nature takes chances, assuming the day of reckoning will come later, not sooner. We cannot ignore truth or God's laws without paying a horrific price.
Maintaining Good Health (Part 9)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughGood spiritual health follows the same patterns and laws as do physical and psychological health. Any permanent change in character must come from within.
Maintaining Good Health (Part 4)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughWhile drunkenness and gluttony show self-centeredness and lack of discipline, often leading to poverty and ill health, moderation is the way to glorify God.
In Search of a Clear World View (Part Five)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The apostle John warns us to be vigilant about the world, not loving its attitudes, mindsets, and frame of mind. We cannot both love the world and love God.
'But I Say to You' (Part Three): Adultery
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughIn the current culture war, progressives have declared war against God's seventh commandment by encouraging free sex, homosexuality, and other perversions.
Ecclesiastes Resumed (Part Fourteen)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughSolomon ruminates about life being seemingly futile and purposeless. A relationship with God is the only factor which prevents life from becoming useless.