Playlist: Promises to Abraham (topic)
The Promise and the Kingdom
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Charles Whitaker (1944-2021)God's promises to Abraham reveal a profound spiritual inheritance that extends far beyond mere physical blessings. In Genesis 12, God assures Abraham that He will make him a great nation, bless him, make his name great, and through him, all families of the earth will be blessed, indicating a promise of global scope. In Genesis …
The Night to be Much Observed
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe significance of the events surrounding The Night To Be Much Observed extends far beyond the exodus itself, tracing back to the promises made to Abraham. In Genesis 15, God entered into a covenant with Abraham, assuring him of heirs from his own body who would inherit the land. This covenant was sealed with a promise of …
Teaching the Good News of the Promise
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Charles Whitaker (1944-2021)God made profound promises to Abraham, calling him out of Ur with a command to leave his land and family for an undefined land to which God would lead him. As a result, Abraham's name would become great, and he would form a great nation, a blessing to everyone on the planet. God promised protection, declaring that He would curse …
Why Wasn't Jesus Christ Crucified at the Start of Passover?
Sermonette by David C. GrabbeJesus was crucified late on Abib 14, yet the Passover lambs were to be killed at the beginning of the 14th. The time of Christ's death is highly significant.
The Purpose of Israel
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughGod chose ancient Israel 1) to be separate, 2) to demonstrate His love to them, 3) to keep His promises to Abraham, and 4) to make a covenant with them.
A Pre-Passover Look
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughWe must thoroughly examine ourselves, exercising and strengthening our faith, actively giving love back to God, to avoid taking Passover in a careless manner.
The World (Part 1)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughOur worldview must be shaped by a fear of God, a love for His people, and a hatred for the world's practices that destroy our relationship with God.
Isaac and the Day of Small Things
Sermon by Charles Whitaker (1944-2021)Isaac did not play what historians might judge to be a significant role on the world's stage, yet kept the faith, never despising the day of small things.
Acts (Part Five)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughThe witness of the apostles, particularly miraculous healings performed in the name of Jesus Christ, brought them into conflict with the Jewish leaders.
Living Abundantly In Tough Times
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughLived properly, a Christian's life is scintillating and deeply satisfying, full of rewards, even though it involves responsibility and self-control.