Playlist: Peacemaker (topic)
Isaac the Peacemaker
Sermonette byIsaac was a genuine peacemaker, yielding to interlopers and suffering wrong while trusting God to provide. In all his actions, Isaac exemplified a peacemaker.
The Peacemakers
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe concept of peace runs through Jeremiah 6 and I Thessalonians 5, where false cries of "peace, peace" and "peace and safety" precede sudden, inescapable destruction, exposing hypocrisy rather than genuine well-being. The Hebrew word shalom , which underlies the New Testament's eirene , carries far richer meaning than the mere …
'Sons of God?'
Sermonette byGod gave Jesus Christ to us to restore peace, reconciliation, and harmony with God. In the Beatitudes, the peacemakers are called 'sons of God.'
Peace, Peace (Part Three): Contentment
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughJesus Christ wanted His people to become peacemakers after receiving the peace He gives through the Holy Spirit. This beatitude in Matthew 5:9 states that peacemakers shall be called sons of God because God Himself is a God of peace who works for peace in all relationships. The dual effort of receiving peace from Jesus Christ …
Strategies for Interfacing with Babylon without Becoming Assimilated (Part Seven)
Sermon by David F. MaasTrue peacemaking means emulating Christ, which that involves promoting justice and righteousness, not merely avoiding conflict or appeasing by compromising.
Children of the Light
Sermon by Clyde FinkleaThe seventh and final character trait among the Beatitudes is found in Matthew 5:9, where Jesus declares, "Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called the sons of God." This attribute is not primarily about inserting oneself between two quarreling friends to mediate their dispute, since such intervention often worsens …
New Covenant Priesthood (Part Twelve)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughOur forgiveness from God is conditional, depending upon our forgiving others. It is an opportunity for us to extend grace, sacrificing as Christ did for us.
Matthew (Part Five)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughThe word 'blessed' in the Beatitudes means happy from within, not dependent on circumstances. It comes from having God's spirit and hope for the future.
Matthew (Part Six)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughThose who are meek are capable of anger but keep it under control. They are humble, open-minded, willing to listen, don't jump to conclusions, and aren't defensive.
What Is Happening Is Ordained of God
Sermon by Mark SchindlerAs we look at the insanity around us, we need to remember that our citizenship is in heaven. We cannot allow pride to draw us into the controversy before us.
Am I Childlike or Childish
Sermonette by Bill OnisickChildlike humility overlooks offenses, but childish pride causes one to strike out in retaliation when feelings are hurt or feathers are ruffled.
Asa
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughAsa left a few things undone, losing steam in his later years and playing it safe. Idolatry was so ingrained in the land that Asa grew weary in well-doing.
Sow for Yourself
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John O. ReidA harvest depicts the reward of diligent management of time and resources. We have to be careful what we sow, proving our faith by concrete deeds.
Seeks Not Its Own
Sermon by Bill OnisickThough as a Pharisee, the apostle Paul had abundant knowledge of God's law and obedience, he was a spiritual babe because he lacked agape love.
Marriage and the Bride of Christ (Part Four)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsGod established the order of family relationships, creating Eve after Adam, not as a slave, but as a companion, prefiguring Christ and His Church.