Playlist: Mount of Olives (topic)

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Eden, The Garden, and the Two Trees (Part Two)

Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh

The Mount of Olives holds a significant place in the geographical focus of God's attention, being directly east of Mount Moriah and the Temple Mount, across the Kidron Valley, at a distance of less than one mile. This proximity underscores its importance in the spiritual landscape, as it is adjacent to the Temple Mount, which is …


Eden, The Garden, and The Two Trees (Part Three)

Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh

The Mount of Olives holds a significant place in the spiritual geography of the Promised Land, being part of the land of Moriah alongside Mount Moriah and Mount Zion, all later incorporated into the city of Jerusalem. It was from the Mount of Olives that Jesus ascended after His resurrection, and it is to this same mount that He …


Garden of Gethsemane: The Oil Press

Sermonette by Ted E. Bowling

The Garden of Gethsemane has particular significance because it was not only an olive grove, but also the location where olives were pressed into oil.


Eden, The Garden, and the Two Trees (Part One)

Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh

We we follow God's patterns, Jerusalem becomes the likely location of the Garden of Eden and the likely location for the future, heavenly Jerusalem.


Thy Kingdom Come

Sermonette by Ronny H. Graham

Most professing Christians hold to the pagan belief that heaven is the reward of the saved, imagining that they will waft off to heaven at death.


After the Resurrection

Sermon by Mark Schindler

The absence of the 100 pounds of aloes, the folded 'turban,' and the rolled away stone indicate that a thorough cleansing and purification had occurred.


John (Part Twenty-Six)

Sermon/Bible Study by John W. Ritenbaugh

While the other accounts of Jesus' trial and crucifixion seem to show passivity, John shows Jesus totally in charge, purposefully and courageously moving.


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Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Charles Whitaker

Two of Daniel's prophecies differ by 75 days, perhaps paralleling the 75 dramatic days between the resurrections of Lazarus and Jesus Christ.


The Future's So Bright I Gotta Wear Shades

Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

The Millennium will come about because Jesus Christ is faithful to rescue mankind from its own stupidity, putting an end to sin and rebellion.


Jesus in the Feasts (Part Three): Divine King

Sermon by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

The trumpet blast is both a memorial and a proclamation that Almighty God is present, powerful, and personal, reminding us how we must respond.


The Works of the Devil Destroyed

Sermon by Martin G. Collins

Satan and his demons know that their time is short and are determined to destroy as many people as possible, especially the Israel of God.


Why Are We Here? (2004)

Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John O. Reid

Keeping the Feast of Tabernacles includes temporary dwellings, rejoicing before God, and learning to fear God and faithfully keep His law.


Jesus Christ's Ascension

Sermon by David C. Grabbe

Christ's ascension on the fortieth day after His resurrection stands as a pivotal triumph marking the completion of His earthly ministry and the inauguration of His heavenly reign. After appearing repeatedly to His disciples over forty days and teaching them concerning the kingdom of God, Christ visibly ascended from the Mount …


Jesus and the Feast (Part Three): Light of the World

Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

Many scholars believe that John 7:53 to 8:11 was added because the style differs, but the verses are incredibly consistent with one another.


John 7:37 Examined (Part One)

Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)

The Eighth Day (or Last Great Day) is a separate festival from the Feast of Tabernacles, which can only derive its significance in the New Testament.