Playlist: First Great Commandment (topic)
The Most Important Commandment
Sermonette by Clyde FinkleaJesus' answer to the scribe in Mark 12:28-30 reveals that the greatest commandment is rooted not only in what God requires, but in who God is.
The March Toward Globalism (Part Six)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The relationship with God must have the highest priority in life because it is the source of gifts needed for success in all other relationships. This relationship is summarized in the foremost commandment which condenses the first four commandments into one preeminent directive of rank rather than order. The word first in this …
The March Toward Globalism (Part Seven)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Neither permissiveness nor harshness are endorsed by God; sound-mindedness in child-rearing requires control and measured justice while avoiding extremes.
The March Toward Globalism (Part Five)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)We cannot instill sound-mindedness in our offspring unless we are personally filled with the fruits of God's Holy Spirit, modeling these for our children.
Our Complete, Whole Burnt Offering
Sermonette byOur patriarch Abraham, when God tested him by asking him to sacrifice Isaac, knew that God will provide regardless of the cost of the sacrifice.
Love Thy Neighbor (Part 1)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Jesus set the bar very high when it comes to love. We no longer live for ourselves, but to Christ, who commands us to love everyone, including our enemies.
Abraham's Sacrifice (Part Three): Hope Demonstrated
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe text links the First Great Commandment to obedience as the means of expressing love toward God. Jesus identifies this commandment as the greatest in the law when He states that one must love the Lord your God with everything one has. He adds that on this commandment and the second one hang all the Law and the Prophets. The …
Teach Your Children
Sermonette by Bill CherryGod commands us to love Him with all our heart, with all our soul, and with all our strength, as stated in Deuteronomy 6:5-6. These words must be in our hearts, guiding us to immerse ourselves in His teachings through study, memorization, and even song, making them the central focus of our lives. This passion for God shapes our …
Forms vs. Spirituality (Part 1)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughLove, justice, mercy, and fidelity (the weightier matters of the law) God desires more than meticulous, mechanical religiosity.
On Works
Sermon by John O. ReidWorks are necessary for a Christian, and have not been neutralized by grace. Good works serve as the evidence of faith; faith without works is dead.
Will You Be Accounted Worthy for the Kingdom?
Sermon by John O. ReidLike businessmen reviewing plans, making forecasts, and anticipating accountability, God expects us to define and follow through on spiritual objectives.
Idolatrous Suppressors of the Truth
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsWhen John talks about idols, he is going far beyond things like statues, icons, and crucifixes, but instead anything people focus on first.
Passover and I Corinthians 10
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughLike the Old Testament examples, the Corinthians had a careless presumption, allowing themselves to lust, fornicate, tempt God, and murmur.
Prophecy Fails
Sermonette by Richard T. RitenbaughDespite its prominence in scripture, prophecy is not as important as doctrine and Christian living (especially overcoming).