Playlist: God is Spirit (topic)
Image and Likeness of God (Part One)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughGod is Spirit, yet He has form and shape as He has revealed in His Word. The Bible, as God's written revelation to His children, clearly states that He possesses a visible form, contrary to assertions that He has no body or takes up no space. In Genesis 1:26-27, God declares that man is made in His image and likeness, implying a …
Image and Likeness of God (Part Three)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe invisible things of God are clearly seen by the things that are made, even His eternal power and Godhead, which indicates His divine nature. This nature of God is revealed through creation as a constant and natural revelation, available to all who stop to consider it, allowing them to learn much about Him. God is Spirit, and …
Image and Likeness of God (Part Four)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe concept of spirit, as derived from the Hebrew "ruach" and the Greek "pneuma," signifies an invisible force or power. Jesus Christ illustrates this with the example of wind, which, though unseen, moves objects and carries substance, demonstrating that spirit, like air, is real despite being invisible to the unaided eye. …
A Primer On Spirit
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Spirit is an invisible force, the effects of which are clear by its manifestations. Spirit can be discerned by thinking through and evaluating its effects.
The Holy Spirit and the Trinity (Part One)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe architects of the trinity doctrine admit that it is a 'somewhat unsteady silhouette', requiring assumptions and inferences, but unsupportable by Scripture.
God the Father (Part 1)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsJesus reveals that the Father has always had supreme authority, and that He and His Father are absolutely at one in purpose. We must conform to their image.
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.
The Father-Son Relationship (Part Seven)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe Holy Spirit is never venerated as a separate being. Our hope is the indwelling of Christ, used interchangeably with 'Spirit of God' and 'Spirit of Truth.'
Defining Logos (Part Two)
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe 'word of the Lord' came (appeared) to Abraham, suggesting that the Word (dabar, the Hebrew equivalent of logos) is a Being, the 'Lord God.'
Defining Logos (Part One)
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe Greek word 'logos' has been negatively loaded with unbiblical meanings. Its basic meaning is 'word' or 'saying,' yet it is really more complex.
John (Part Eight)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughThe woman of Samaria is like each of us, initially hardened, self-willed and skeptical when called, but afterwards zealous when enlightened by the truth.
Sincerity and Truth (Part Two)
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughIn contrast to the world's embracing of fraud and deceit, God's called-out ones are obligated to eat the bread of sincerity and truth all our lives.