Playlist: Preparing the Bride for Christ (topic)
Marriage and the Bride of Christ (Part Six)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsGod's design for marriage extends beyond the wedding day, focusing on harmony and sacrificial love as a reflection of His covenant with His people. The betrothed is called to act in a pure, moral, and faithful manner, embodying the unity, love, and interdependence that mirror God's relationship with His church, the bride of …
Marriage and the Bride of Christ (Part Eight)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsJesus Christ is diligently preparing His Bride, the church, for a glorious presentation to Himself. He nourishes and cherishes her, providing spiritual sustenance and care to ensure her growth and well-being. This process of sanctification is ongoing, as He cleanses her from all impurities, aiming to present her without spot or …
Marriage and the Bride of Christ (Part Seven)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsChristian marriage plays a vital role in the spiritual preparation of the Bride for Christ, which is understood as God's church and its individual members. Each baptized member, both male and female, bears the responsibility of working with Christ the Bridegroom as He sanctifies, cleanses, and purifies His Bride. Married …
David Was Ready
Sermonette by Richard T. RitenbaughWe need to be preparing ourselves for whatever God has prepared us to do in His Kingdom, preparing for an office, but more importantly preparing in character.
Remembering Who We Are
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John O. ReidWhen we consider the awesome contrast of what we were before God called us and what we are now, we cannot allow ourselves to commit spiritual fornication.
Psalms: Book Two (Part Two)
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe second set of documents and events consists of Book Two of Psalms, Exodus, Ruth, Psalm 147, and the Pentecost season, relating to faith within trials.
The Glory of God (Part 4): Glorifying God
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughA raw display of emotion and exuberance does not necessarily glorify God. What we do to glorify God will reflect just how highly we esteem Him.
Psalms: Book Two (Part Three)
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughBook II of the Psalms was written largely by David and shows how he reacts to some gruesome trials by surrendering to God's redemption.
The Joy of the Lord Is Our Strength!
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Martin G. CollinsThe true source of joy does not consist on any worldly commodity, or any self-centered, hedonistic pursuit, but instead a spiritual gift, bestowed by God.
Take Heed to Yourselves
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughJesus Christ tells us to take heed about our vulnerability to evil influences. We have a short window of time to repent and get our lives turned around.
Why Study Prophecy?
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughWe study prophecy to know the general outline of future events, be prepared for the next significant event, and understand God's will and His character.