Playlist: Church as a House (topic)
Don't Go Out of the House!
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe concept of the church as a house carries profound spiritual significance, rooted in the command from Exodus 12:22, "Go not out of the house." This instruction, given by God through Moses, remains as vital today as it was then, urging us to stay within the protective bounds of the church. The house symbolizes the church, a …
Go Not Out of the House
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe concept of the Church as a House carries profound spiritual significance, rooted in the biblical command from Exodus 12:22, "Go not out of the house." This instruction, originally given to the Israelites during the Passover, saved their lives by keeping them within the protective enclosure marked by the blood on the door. …
Don't Leave the House!
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe concept of the church as a house carries profound significance, representing both a structure and a living community. Throughout the scriptures, the term "house" is used to denote not just a physical building but also a household, family, or dynasty, encompassing ancestors, descendants, and kindred. In this sense, the house …
The Church, One Body
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughGod's call to learn from the ant does not teach us to yield to a hierarchical system, but to participate in a community with the goal of edification.
The Household of God and Truth
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsTo destroy the concept of home is to destroy the nation or church. The centrality of the family or household is the heart of the church and the nation.
The Purpose of the Church
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe function of the church is like a teacher's college, preparing the firstfruits and providing them with the needed education and character development.
How to Survive Exile
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughGod exiles to punish for sin, separating individuals and groups from Him in order to spur repentance. There is something to exile that God finds very good.
Born Again (Part 3)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)We have been adopted into the family of God and have become members of God's Kingdom. The Kingdom is here in the same way the church is a spiritual entity.
God Expects a Return on His Investment (Part Seven)
Sermon by David F. MaasGod has generously given us a set of tools that we must use for overcoming and building character, as well as edifying our spiritual siblings.
New Covenant Priesthood (Part One)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughOld Testament activities picture New Testament realities, elevated to their spiritual intent. The church has been chosen as a royal and holy priesthood.
John (Part Fifteen)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughAs long as we are slaves of sin and following the dictates of our lusts, we have no free moral agency. God liberates us from sin so we are free to obey Him.