Playlist: Sluggard (topic)
Are You An Unwitting Spiritual Terrorist?
Sermonette by David F. MaasA theme throughout the wisdom literature is the deleterious effects of neglect or passivity, where the sluggard is both the perpetrator and recipient of ruin.
An Ounce of Prevention
Sermonette by Bill OnisickPoverty and destruction are the products of neglect. Preventative maintenance will help us whether we deal with physical or spiritual problems.
New Covenant Priesthood (Part Eight)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughPride leads to destruction, tricking us into thinking we deserve better than we have. Paradoxically, pride is a mark of inferiority, causing overcompensation.
Faith (Part Six)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe hallmark of Christian character is humility, which comes about only when one sees himself in comparison to God. Pride makes distorted comparisons.
Faith (Part Seven)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughPride is a perverted comparison that elevates one above another. Because of its arrogant self-sufficiency, it hinders our faith. Faith depends on humility.
Increasing Your Life Span
Commentary by Martin G. CollinsPeople entering retirement often experience degrees of depression brought about by deteriorating health status and the feeling of no longer being needed.
Many Are Called, But Few Are Chosen (Part Eleven)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsThe Parable of the Talents teaches the need for diligence in using the gifts of God. God expects us to use our talents to His glory and in the service of others.
Love's Greatest Challenges
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughAn irrational fear of loss prevents the development of agape love — we fear that keeping God's commandments will cause us to lose something valuable.
Lessons From the Animals
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughMankind has been given dominion or responsibility for the care of animal life, preserving and embellishing their environment, as God would take care of them.