Playlist: Vessels, of Dishonor (topic)
The Vessels of Wrath
Sermonette byIn Romans 9:22-24, it is written that God, desiring to show His wrath and make His power known, endured with much longsuffering the vessels of wrath prepared for destruction, while making known the riches of His glory on the vessels of mercy prepared beforehand for glory, including those called from both Jews and Gentiles. The …
The Doctrine of Israel (Part Seven): Romans 9
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughIn the exploration of God's plan for Israel, a profound distinction emerges between vessels of honor and vessels of dishonor. God, as the sovereign Creator, holds the authority to shape His creation as He sees fit, using individuals for purposes of good or destruction according to His will. Just as a potter molds clay, He can …
Moral Purity
Sermon by James BeaubelleGod, in His infinite wisdom, shapes His creation with purpose, forming some as vessels of mercy and others as vessels of destruction. Not all are destined to inherit the promises or partake in the covenant, a sobering reality that underscores the gravity of the calling given to those chosen. As Paul illustrates in Romans chapter …
Sovereignty, Election, and Grace (Part Two)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughIn the context of God's sovereign creation and purpose, the concept of vessels of dishonor emerges as a profound illustration of His authority over all aspects of existence. God, as the ultimate Creator, shapes individuals according to His will, preparing some as vessels of mercy unto glory and others as vessels fitted to …
Elements of Motivation (Part Three)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughIn the familiar triumvirate (faith, hope, and love), faith serves as the foundation, love serves as the goal, and hope serves as the great motivator.
Magic Doesn't Work (Part Two)
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughPeople are attracted to magic because they think it brings quick results, bringing them their desires, erasing their fears and providing for their needs.
A Millennium of Preparation
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughGod has been preparing His plan from before the foundation of the world, and life's complexity and symbiosis reveal a super-competent Designer and Planner.
Building on the Foundation
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughConsiderable effort must be expended to find suitable bedrock for use as a foundation. We must build on the proper foundation; our bedrock is Jesus Christ.
The March Toward Globalism (Part Two)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)As parents, we can protect our children from death and destruction if we discourage the self-absorptive pulls through correction and discipline.
Could You Stand Alone?
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughWould we have the same courage to stand spiritually as the brave unarmed man who resisted the tanks of the Chinese Red Army in Tiananmen Square?
Don't Leave the House!
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughAs part of Christ's body or household, we have a responsibility to stay attached to the spiritual organism and to respond to the head.
Unity (Part 3): Ephesians 4 (A)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughGod alone chooses the servants through whom He works His will. Sometimes the rationale God uses for selecting His vessels defies worldly wisdom.
Approaching God Through Christ (Part Three)
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe one who comes before God must be pure in body and mind. The priests had to wash themselves from a bronze laver, midway between the altar and the entrance.