Playlist: Ephesus (topic)
Letters to Seven Churches (Part Two): Ephesus
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe letter to Ephesus, as written by Jesus Christ, carries a profound purpose, reflecting His deep involvement and care for the church. Ephesus, known as a desirable city, was a significant center in Asia Minor, functioning as a self-governing free city within the Roman Empire. It stood at the crossroads of three major trade …
God Hates? (Part Two)
Sermonette by Ronny H. GrahamAlmighty God loves righteousness—something which Gods saints should emulate. Conversely, God abhors, disdains, and hates evil, particularly the Nicolaitans'.
Acts (Part Twenty)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughIn the narrative of the apostle Paul's journeys, Ephesus stands out as a significant location during his third evangelistic campaign. Paul had visited Ephesus briefly before, but on his return, he experienced remarkable success, staying there for three years, longer than in any other place up to that point. His ministry in …
Acts (Part Twenty-Two)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughThe city of Ephesus holds a significant place in the narrative of Paul's ministry. Paul spent a remarkable three years in Ephesus, longer than in any other location during his journeys, indicating the depth of his commitment to the church there. After leaving Ephesus, his intention was to revisit churches in Greece, proceed to …
Acts (Part Twenty-Seven)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughAgrippa was knowledgeable about Jewish customs, so Festus brought him in to hear Paul's case, which lincluded his conversion and ministry.
Acts (Part Twenty-One)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughThe phrase 'first day of the week' is used 8 times in scripture, but none does away with the Sabbath nor establishes Sunday as the 'Lords Day.'
Hebrews, Love, and the Ephesian Church
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughLike the Ephesians, the weary veterans in Hebrews were becoming apathetic through outside pressures, losing their former zeal and devotion to Christ.
Many Are Called, But Few Are Chosen (Part One)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsJesus Christ warns us to hold fast to true doctrine. Secular historians help us discover the identity of the small flock repeatedly rescued from apostasy.
Acts (Part Nineteen)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughPaul encountered persecution but also saw his work bear fruit. He was driven from the synagogue, but paradoxically won over its leader, Crispus.
Acts (Part One)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughThe book of Acts could have been an exculpatory trial document designed to vindicate Paul and the early church, showing that Christianity was not a threat.
Husbands, Love Your Wives
Sermon by Mark SchindlerGratitude must be cultivated with expressions of thanksgiving in marriage, avoiding the pitfalls of materialism, entitlement, victimhood, and narcissism.
Be There Next Year!
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughWhether we do or do not make it to the Feast of Tabernacles next year depends on our faithfulness at stirring up the gift of God's spirit within us.
Remember the Christians
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughGod made the gospel available to the Gentiles to provoke Israel to jealousy. The key to breaking down the enmity and animosity is to put on Christ.
The Bride of Christ
Sermonette by Clyde FinkleaThe names of the seven churches of Revelation 2-3 prove equally significant as demonstrating the traits or characteristics of the wise virgins.