Playlist: Love as Essence of God's Law (topic)
The Covenants, Grace, and Law (Part Fifteen)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe intent or direction of every law of God is love, which constitutes its essential and activating principle. This principle does not abolish the letter of the law but rather reveals its full purpose as the starting point for application. Love toward God with all the heart, mind, and soul, together with love toward fellowman …
The Law's Purpose and Intent
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsLove is the essence of the spirit of the law of God. The commandments are summed up in the directive to love one's neighbor as oneself, for love does no harm to a neighbor and therefore fulfills the law. When love governs conduct, the true principle of obedience is found and the holy law is kept in its genuine spirit rather than …
Love's Importance and Source
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughGod is the source of real love; mankind by nature does not have it. It is only by knowing God that we can have this love. Godly love is a cycle that God initiates.
Don't Take God for Granted
Sermon by John O. ReidWe all tend to allow familiarity to lure us into carelessly taking something for granted. This is particularly dangerous regarding God and His purpose for us.
Elements of Judgment (Part Two)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)None of God's law has been 'done away', though there is not always a literal application. Not every law of God has the same weight of importance.
Elements of Judgment (Part One)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The last days of the Worldwide Church of God demonstrated a dearth of righteous judgment. God expects us to judge wisely within the parameters of His Law.
Thou Shall Not Covet
Sermon by John O. ReidBecause virtually every sin begins as a desire in the mind, the command against coveting (lustful cravings) could be the key to keeping the other commandments.