Playlist: Faith as Belief (topic)
Faith and the Christian Fight (Part One)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughFaith, as belief, is an indispensable element in the Christian's spiritual warfare, deeply woven into every aspect of life. Since God cannot be seen literally but is understood spiritually through His written instructions, faith becomes the foundation supporting the disciple of Christ in reaching the spiritual goal of loving as …
Faith (Part Five)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughFaith, as belief, stands as a fundamental force in the life of a believer, driving conduct and shaping the quality of one's life, community, and witness for God. It is the foundation upon which all aspects of Christianity rest, essential for endurance and perseverance, especially in prayer. Without faith, it is impossible to …
Living a Life that Pleases God
Sermonette by Clyde FinkleaEven as Enoch lived a life that pleased God, the Scriptures identify seven qualities that enable us to live a life that pleases God.
The Genuineness of Your Faith
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsFaith is simply the belief that God exists and that He will do what He says He will do when He says He will do it. This belief constitutes the original gift of faith given by God through His Holy Spirit as one believes in Jesus Christ, and it begins the process of salvation. Although this gift does not immediately confer full …
Faith and Prayer
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughFaith as belief begins when a person becomes firmly convicted that God exists as a living reality rather than merely assenting to His existence in a superstitious or cultural way. This conviction arises through study and meditation and immediately produces an awareness of one's own need and helplessness before an awesome and …
A Pre-Passover Look
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughFaith, as introduced through Hebrews 11:1, is described first as the substance—or foundation—of things hoped for, and the evidence or assurance of things not seen. Paul is not merely defining faith here but showing what it does: it undergirds one's entire relationship with God. Faith in its simplest form is merely …
Confidence in the Flesh Versus Faith
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsWe must turn from our own gossamer righteousness to God's solid righteousness, accepting a higher standard than the rest of society.
Psalm Genres (Part Seven): Trust
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughFaith is strong belief or confidence in someone or something, a concept illustrated by ordinary examples such as confidence that a light switch will work, trust in a pet or spouse, reliance on political ideas, or assurance in God and His way of life. This broad capacity for faith extends from the mundane to the sublime, yet in …
Hebrews (Part Thirteen)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughAbraham, the father of the faithful, did not have a blind faith; it was based upon observation of God's proven track record of faithfulness.
The Christian and the World (Part Three)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughWe must realize we are walking on a razor's edge, with the Kingdom of God on one side and the world with all its sensual magnetic charms on the other side.
Hebrews (Part Six): God's Salvation Communication
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)God personally communicated with Adam, Eve, Abraham, Moses, the prophets, and to us through His Son. With the Scriptures, God teaches His faithful today.