Playlist: God's Sanctuary (topic)
Approaching God Through Christ (Part One)
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughGod's Sanctuary, as described, reveals a profound connection between the earthly and heavenly realms, emphasizing the intricate design and purpose behind each element. The Tabernacle in the wilderness, with its curtain fence forming a courtyard, presented the great brazen altar upon entry, followed by the laver of brass for …
The Great Mystery
Sermonette by Gary GarrettAdam and Eve originally had a most enviable relationship with the Creator, as well as access to the Tree of Life, if they had chosen it.
Government (Part Four)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughUnder the New Covenant, God has removed every impediment between Him and us, granting us direct access to His presence. Spiritually, we stand face to face with God, just as Adam and Eve did physically in the Garden. The rending of the veil in the tabernacle, as described in Matthew 27:51, signifies the end of the Old Covenant …
Psalms: Book Three (Part Two)
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughIn Psalm 73, Asaph finds clarity and transformation by entering the sanctuary of God. Once he connects with the Divine presence there, God begins to reshape his mind and perspective, aligning him with heavenly understanding. In this sacred space, Asaph realizes that God is unique, unmatched by any on earth in the desire and …
Psalms: Book Three (Part One)
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughIn the context of summer and the themes of ripening fruit and judgment, the sanctuary of God holds a central place as a symbol of His presence and accessibility. The Psalms of Book 3, particularly chapters 73-89, often focus on Zion, Jerusalem, the Temple, and the sanctuary, reflecting the idea that God is there, accessible to a …
Understanding the Azazel Goat
Sermonette by David C. GrabbeGod's sanctuary, as described in Leviticus 16, holds a central place in the purification and atonement process for the sins of the people. The first goat, designated for the Lord, serves to satisfy His justice by providing a covering of blood for the holy place, the tabernacle, and the altar, which are defiled by the sinful …
Hebrews (Part Ten)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughEverything about the Priesthood of Christ is superior to the Levitical system, which only served as a type of the access to God that Jesus would fulfill.
Hebrews (Part Eight)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughJesus Christ's priesthood is superior to the Aaronic priesthood because Christ tenure is eternal rather than temporal, guaranteeing both continuity and quality.
Ecclesiastes Resumed (Part Twenty-Four)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)In the exploration of spiritual challenges faced by the righteous, the concept of God's Sanctuary emerges as a pivotal place of resolution and understanding. The Psalmist, grappling with envy and discontent, found clarity and solace when he entered the sanctuary of God. There, through prayer and faith, he understood the true end …
Lamentations (Part Four; 1989)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughIn the book of Lamentations, the desolation of Jerusalem extends to the very heart of God's sanctuary, revealing the depth of His anger and the consequences of sin. Lamentations 2:1 speaks of how the Lord has cast down the beauty of Israel and did not remember His footstool, which likely refers to His sanctuary in the Temple, in …
The Book of Daniel (Part Six)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsWe need to emulate Daniel by faithfully studying and praying for understanding, asking God for what He has promised and for His will to be done.