Playlist: All Things (topic)
All in All (Part 1)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The phrase "all things" appears in the account of the conclusion of Christ's redemptive work, when He has defeated every enemy, including death, and placed all things under His feet. This subjection demonstrates His rule, yet the Father remains excepted as the One who placed all things under the Son. Once all things are made …
All in All
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughWhen all things are subdued unto Christ, the Son subjects Himself to the Father that God may be all in all. This occurs after Christ delivers the kingdom, puts down all rule and authority, reigns until every enemy is placed under His feet, and destroys death as the final foe. The phrase indicates that all things are placed under …
Christ's Responsibility, Resurrections, and All in All
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughEverything in God's purpose is moving toward "all in all," the phrase found only in I Corinthians 15:28 and Ephesians 1:23. According to I Corinthians 15:22-28, Christ's return is not the end. After it He reigns until every enemy is put under His feet, death being the last, and then, when all things are made subject to Him, the …
Going On to Perfection
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughEven though everything we need in this quest has been given to us, our spiritual growth depends on believing in the promises of receiving the divine nature.
Two Contrary Visions
Sermon by John O. ReidGod has a vision for us, a vision He has been planning from the foundation of creation, an awesome plan to bring us into His very family, giving us His mind.
Hebrews (Part Twelve): Chapter 2, A Mind-Bending Purpose (Part One)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)To counteract complacency, Hebrews warns against neglecting God's invitation of salvation, which He does not guarantee until sanctification has run its course.
The Eternal Privileges of the Bride
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Martin G. CollinsJust as a bride gains a new identity, name, and inheritance through marriage, God's chosen saints, share Christ's very life, glory, and eternal prospects.
God's Creation and Our Works
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughLike Joseph, we need to realize that God—not ourselves—is the Creator, engineering events that form us into what He wants us to become.
Government (Part Seven)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe authority in the ministry is a 'staff position,' given by God, as a gift for equipping the saints for service and for edifying the body of Christ.
What Do We Have to be Proud Of? (Part One)
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughPaul exposes the Corinthians' pride, factionalism, and misplaced confidence in human leaders, contrasting worldly wisdom with the spiritual understanding.
God's Rest (Part 1)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe Sabbath rest depicts the miracle of conversion, in which the transformation of mankind into God's image brings about a rest in which God takes pleasure.
Faith and the Christian Fight (Part Five)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughBoth the 'eternal security' and 'no works' doctrines are destroyed by the remarkable example of Noah, who performed extraordinary works based upon faith.
The High Christology of Colossians
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughHigh Christology as a doctrinal stance was not enough to prevent the eventual apostasy of those in Asia Minor. Doctrine must produce the right conduct.
Count It ALL Joy
Sermonette by Ronny H. GrahamNot all of God's instructions are easy to follow. Maintaining a joyful attitude during difficult circumstances is among the most challenging commands we are given.
Glory Be
Sermon by Ronny H. GrahamThe Hebrew word for glory carries the connotation of a burden or responsibility, just as Christ glorified the Father in every thought, word, and deed.