Playlist: 'Christian' Nation (topic)
Is the United States a Christian Nation? (Part One)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Many Evangelicals hold a widely-held American belief that the United States was founded as a Christian nation, citing the Christian faith of early immigrants and the biblical principles embedded in the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. They argue that statements from founders like George Washington, John Adams, …
Is the United States a Christian Nation? (Part Two)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Individual belief determines conduct, and centuries-long historical evidence of America as a nation, when compared to biblical truths, proves beyond a shadow of doubt that, despite all claims to the contrary by some, America is not and never has been a Christian nation. We do not act like Christians when we act on our beliefs, …
Is America a Christian Nation? (Part Three)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)In exploring the identity of America as a Christian nation, it becomes evident that this topic intertwines with the broader narrative of God's faithfulness and the historical journey of the Israelitish people. America, in the end time, hosts the largest and most active members of what is named the Christian church, raising the …
Is America a Christian Nation? Summary (Part One)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The subject of whether America is a Christian nation has become increasingly significant, prompting a renewed series of sermons to refine earlier teachings from a decade ago. The purpose is to affirm that this nation, and indeed the entire world, is being moved along by God's purposes. Events in history are not as random as they …
Is America a Christian Nation? (Part Four)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)There is a growing concern that the issue of whether America is a Christian nation could become a significant problem in the future. The founders of the United States never intended for the Constitution to establish Christianity as the official religion of the nation. If they had truly aimed for Christianity to be the national …
Is America a Christian Nation? Summary (Part Two)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)America was not begun as a Christian nation and has never been one up to the present time. Despite intentions by some to make the nation appear or become Christian, this was never accomplished. The Founders, though sincere in their personal beliefs regarding God and often aligned with Him, drew upon a syncretic corruption of …
Is America a Christian Nation? (Part Five)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)America has always had elements of Christian beliefs as part of its moral standards, as do other Israelitish nations. However, this does not make the United States of America a Christian nation. Simply believing in some elements of Christianity does not make a person or a nation Christian. The framers of the Constitution were …
Is the United States a Christian Nation? (Part Six)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)A misinformed public believes that this nation has been Christian and was founded by Christian men. However, the clean biblical evidence reveals that neither of these opinions holds true. The reality is that, despite many Christian principles appearing in our founding documents and people practicing what is commonly called the …
Is the United States a Christian Nation? (Part Four)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The United States, though cherished by many, is not a Christian nation in the true spiritual sense. While it possesses elements of Christianity within its framework, it lacks the deep, covenantal relationship with God that ancient Israel and Judah once had under the Old Covenant, a relationship that has since been severed by …
Is the United States a Christian Nation? (Part Three)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The American nation, like others, has never shown evidence of choosing to submit to God, each going its own way. Deceived as they are, this is proof they are not Christian. America, though benefiting from some Christian truth, does not govern itself by submitting to God, acting instead like any other carnal nation on earth. …
Is America a Christian Nation? (Part One)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The subject of whether America is a Christian nation has become increasingly significant, prompting a renewed series of sermons to refine earlier teachings from roughly a decade ago. The purpose is to affirm that this nation, and indeed the entire world, is being moved along by God's purposes. Events in history, though appearing …
Is the United States a Christian Nation? (Part Five)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The United States of America has never been a Christian nation, neither today nor from its founding. Despite taking the name, it has not embodied the true biblical sense of Christianity. The Founders of this nation did not fight the spiritual war against invisible foes that believers are called to engage in. Their lives, as …
Is America a Christian Nation? (Part Two)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)I believe that the question of whether America is a Christian nation is central to this series of sermons, providing a foundation for understanding God's overarching purposes. My personal conclusion is that America was planned for by God, evident in the virtually empty continent-sized nation waiting to be settled by Israelitish …
Is the United States a Christian Nation? (Part Seven)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)In 1893, when Congress considered placing the phrase "In God We Trust" on American coinage, the Seventh-Day Adventist Church officially petitioned against it, asserting that America has never been a Christian nation. Despite frequent claims to the contrary, this notion often goes unchallenged and is commonly accepted as truth. …
America's Most Powerful Religion
Commentary by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)When pastors abandon their responsibility to uphold God's Law, government steps in to fill the gap, basing its decisions on humanism rather than true morality.
What's in the Bucket? (Part Two)
Commentary by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)If the Founders of the United States had been ardent followers of Christ, they would not have legalized chattel slavery through the Constitution.
A Government To Fear (Part Two)
Commentary by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The 'religious' communities of America are so biblically ignorant that they have learned to tolerate immorality, accepting lying in governmental leaders.
Mightier Than the Sword (Part Ten)
Commentary by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Three English humanistic philosophers were closely related in ideas and outlook, namely Jeremy Bentham, John Stuart Mill, and Bertrand Russell.
The Abuse of Freedom
Commentary by Joseph B. BaityChange agents in the United States are engaging in a deliberate assault on free speech, which the Founding Fathers protected through the Bill of Rights.
Destroying America From Within (Part Two)
Commentary by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Recently, 'Christians Against Nationalism' published a set of 'Interfaith Principles,' suggesting that any religion is acceptable—and thus denying Christ.
A Body in Motion
Commentary by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Just as a body in motion tends to stay in motion, the standards of morality in this nation have eroded exponentially since the time of the Founding Fathers.
God, Socialism, and Offerings
Sermonette by John W. RitenbaughSocialism is enforced slavery to government, founded on no religious principle, but on the poisonous fruits of 'progressive' humanism.
Hope to the End (Part Two)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)We need these horrific times and conditions to learn the consequences of foolish decisions in order to ensure that nothing like this ever happens again.
Wilderness Wanderings (Part One)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Israel's trek was not only a physical journey, but a mental wandering caused by rejecting God's leadership. The potential to sin is a test of resolve.
Deuteronomy and Holiness
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)God has provided the God-plane marriage relationship to teach us how to submit to one another, sacrificing our self-centeredness for the benefit of our spouse.
Hebrews (Part Fifteen): Chapter 2, A Mind Bending Purpose (Part Four)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Even though we must cooperate in cultivating spiritual fruit, God alone creates character and takes responsibility for creating spiritual offspring.
Conspiracy Theory (Part Thirteen)
Commentary by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)American culture is decidedly non-Christian in its current outlook, as Satan has twisted and distorted the information taught by secular universities.
The Source of Church Characteristics (Part Two)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Jesus Christ is the architect of the church, indicating that the institution must take on the characteristics of the Builder, reflecting His character.
In Search of a Clear World View (Part Six)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The responsibility given to the church Christ has called out of this world is to expand His teachings, magnifying them and making them clear and honorable.
Flee From Idolatry (Part One): Self-Discipline
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThough Paul's spiritual credentials outstripped all of his coworkers, Paul used none of his rights as an apostle, but gave his life as a sacrifice.
Wilderness Wanderings (Part Two)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe spiritual journey of God's people is more difficult than the physical one of the ancient Israelites, requiring as it does more resources to navigate.
Focus on the First
Sermonette by Joseph B. BaityWe need to be less concerned about world events and more concerned about our relationship with God. The more serious conflict is the one within our heads.
What's in the Bucket? (Part Three)
Commentary by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The elected politicians who refuse to dispel the myths promulgated by the media demonstrate their complicity in the deception.
Lamentations (Part One)
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe book's five acrostic songs (chapters) answer the question, 'Why did this happen?' God brought the punishment on Judah because of gross and sustained sin.
America's Goddess (Part Two)
Commentary by Martin G. CollinsPresident Grover Cleveland called the Statue of Liberty the United States' "peaceful deity—greater than all gods." Wiccans pray to her as a nature goddess.
America's Goddess (Part One)
Commentary by Martin G. CollinsThe Statue of Liberty was a gift from Freemasonry luminaries. It is the image of a pagan goddess in the mold of Ishtar, Isis, Athena, Minerva, and Semiramis.
Mightier Than The Sword (Part Five)
Commentary by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)John Locke and Rene Descartes were not anti-religion or anti-God per se, but they were able to galvanize the popular disenchantment with organized religion.
How Little They Know
Commentary by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)We must escape the influence of our defective culture, sacrificing our time in Bible study and meditation, coming to know God and doing His will.