Playlist: Firstborn of Many Brethren (topic)
Hope That Purifies
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsAs children of God, we are called to a profound hope, rooted in the divine purpose that Jesus Christ is the firstborn among many brethren. It is God's goal, as revealed in Romans 8:29, to conform us to the image of His Son, that He might be the firstborn among many brethren. This divine plan assures us that we, as adopted …
The Covenants, Grace, and Law (Part One)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughIn the divine purpose of God, as revealed through Scripture, Jesus Christ stands as the firstborn among many brethren, a central truth that shapes our ultimate destiny. Romans 8:29 declares that those whom He foreknew, He also predestinated to be conformed to the image of His Son, that He might be the firstborn among many …
Going On to Perfection
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughIn the divine plan, Jesus Christ stands as the head of the body, the church, being the beginning and the firstborn from the dead, that in all things He may have the preeminence. As the firstborn, He sets the pattern for others to follow, indicating that more are destined to be born into God's Family. God's purpose is succinctly …
The Father-Son Relationship (Part Three)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughIn the exploration of Jesus Christ's unique role, He is identified as the firstborn of every creature, as noted in Colossians 1:15-16. This designation does not imply that He was born first in a temporal sense, but rather signifies His preeminence and primacy over all creation, surpassed only by the Father. He holds a …
The Covenants, Grace, and Law (Part Thirteen)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughUnder the New Covenant, the profound purpose of eternal salvation is central, as revealed through Christ's unilateral actions. Romans 8:29 speaks of those foreknown by God being predestinated to be conformed to the image of His Son, that He might be the firstborn among many brethren. This illustrates a spiritual family dynamic, …
The Promises of God
Sermon by John O. ReidIn the context of God's promises under the New Covenant, a profound assurance is given to those called by God. Romans 8:28-29 declares that all things work together for good to those who love God and are called according to His purpose. For those whom He foreknew, He also predestined to be conformed to the image of His Son, that …
Limiting the Holy One of Israel (Part One)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsIn the grand purpose of God, He sent His only begotten Son into the world to form a people for Himself, surpassing the physical calling of Abraham. Christ was sent to be the firstborn of many brethren, establishing a standard unattainable by the world without God. This incredible opportunity is offered to us, and if we fail to …