Playlist: Hope, Living (topic)
Saved By Our Attributes of Hope
Sermonette by Bill OnisickIn 2018, what is known as 'the ultimate storm,' whose 155 MPH winds generated waves 80 feet high, failed to scuttle a small boat out of New Zealand, Tonga.
Perseverance and Hope
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughIn Hebrews 3:6, we are reminded that we are part of the Father's house, over which Christ holds authority, if we maintain our courage and the hope we proudly proclaim. This hope is vital, as many falter by misplacing it or losing the courage to face life's narrow, difficult path. Life's pressures and trials test us, and …
Our Hope
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Jesus Christ is our hope, the foundation of our confident expectation, earnest yearning, and patient perseverance as we await the completion of our salvation. We possess a living hope because He is alive, actively working to prepare us for the Kingdom of God. As pressures of daily living intensify with the approach of His …
Trumpets and Hope
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughOur Christian hope is like a lifeline, exemplified by Jesus Christ, the Forerunner, who swam against the currents of this world, avoided the obstacles placed by satan, and completed His course without sin. In His struggle and suffering, it cost Him His life, yet He showed us the way, tying off the rope and providing instruction …
Hope to the End
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughPeter, while warning about impending suffering, nevertheless distinguishes himself as the apostle of hope, keeping our minds on what is to be rather than what now is.
We Are Saved in This Hope
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsThe Scriptures assure us that by combining God's redemptive acts from the past, we are to have an ardent hope in the future, anticipating eternal life.
Some Reasons for Hope
Commentary by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)We have hope that our sins are forgiven, that the foolish things will be destroyed by Christ's second coming, and have the indwelling spirit of Jesus.
He Lives, We Live
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughRedemption is useless to mortal beings without God's gift of eternal life (I Corinthians 15:19), which God made possible through Christ's resurrection.
Elements of Motivation (Part Three)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughIn the familiar triumvirate (faith, hope, and love), faith serves as the foundation, love serves as the goal, and hope serves as the great motivator.
Christian Optimism
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughPaul wrote some of his most optimistic letters from prison, under the possibility of execution, but absolutely convinced that ultimate victory was imminent.
The Resurrection: A Central Pillar
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughChrist's resurrection is of paramount importance to us, because Jesus alone has the keys to our own resurrection and eternal life as firstfruits.
Don't Be a Prudent Agnostic
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughSome of us, facing the stress of the times, may simply be going through the motions but losing every vestige of faith. We must strengthen our convictions.