Playlist: Leaven of the Sadducees (topic)
The Leavening of the Pharisees, Sadducees, and Herod
Sermonette by Ted E. BowlingJesus warned of three varieties of leaven that we must guard against, staying aware of the pitfalls that will pull us down and corrupt us.
How Much Leaven Can God Take?
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughDuring the Days of Unleavened Bread, the concept of leaven as a symbol of sin is vividly illustrated, and Jesus Christ extends this symbolism to include the teachings and influences of various groups. In Matthew 16:6, He warns His disciples to beware of the leaven of the Pharisees and of the Sadducees. Later, in Matthew …
Parables of Matthew 13 (Part 2): Leaven
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughIn the context of warnings about corrupting influences within the Kingdom of Heaven, Jesus specifically addresses the leaven of the Sadducees as a symbol of corruption. In Matthew 16:5-6, He cautions His disciples, saying, "Take heed and beware of the leaven of the Pharisees and the Sadducees." He clarifies in Matthew 16:11 that …
Beware the Leaven
Sermonette by Mike FordThe Jews establishes a fixed date for Shavuot in contradiction to the instruction for counting to Pentecost. This is part of the leavening of the Pharisees.
Leavening: The Types
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe holy days are reliable teaching tools, emphasizing spaced repetition to reinforce our faulty memories and drive the lesson deep into our thinking.
Unleavened Bread Basics
Sermon by David C. GrabbeThe Feast of Unleavened Bread memorializes God's deliverance from the environment of sin rather than our coming out of sin. Christ embodies sincerity and truth.
Freedom and Unleavened Bread
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughChristian freedom has nothing to do with location or circumstance but how we think. By imbibing on God's Word, we will incrementally displace our carnality.
Matthew (Part Twenty-One)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughThe Pharisees and Sadducees, who normally opposed each other, joined forces against their common enemy, Jesus. They should have recognized Him as the Messiah.
Facing Times of Stress: Lack of Clarity
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsMany people called by God realize the world is wrong, but also cannot see the way of God clearly, having an inability of seeing or comprehending the truth.
In Search of a Clear World View (Part Seven)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The modern nations of Israel, by turning its back on the truth, has blown its opportunity for moral leadership every bit as much as ancient Judah did.