Playlist: Cherishing (topic)
The Lord's Nourishing and Cherishing
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsCherishing, as a vital aspect of marriage, reflects a deep, tender concern that mirrors the care Jesus Christ shows for His church. A wife needs specific personal attention and proper appreciation, not just vague or casual acknowledgment, to feel truly valued and special to her husband. Husbands must set aside quality time for …
Marriage and the Bride of Christ (Part Eight)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsCherishing, as a vital aspect of love and care, holds a profound significance in the relationship between husbands and wives, mirroring the tender concern Jesus Christ shows for His church. The term "cherish," meaning to soften with heat, conveys warmth and protection, indicating that a husband should defend his wife from cold …
Marriage and the Bride of Christ (Part Twelve)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsIn the sacred bond of marriage, a husband is called to cherish his wife with a love that mirrors the profound devotion of Christ to the church. He must be willing to deny himself, to promote her happiness, to watch over her in sickness, and even to risk his health and life for her welfare. Recognizing the immense trust she …
Marriage and the Bride of Christ (Part Four)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsHusbands are instructed to nourish and cherish their wives, reflecting the care Christ shows for the church. This cherishing involves both spiritual and physical nourishment, where husbands take the lead in encouraging fear of God, obedience to His laws, Bible study, prayer, and activities that please Him. Physically, husbands …
Loyalty and Submission (Part 3)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughHusbands are called to cherish their wives with a deep and tender affection, holding them dear and cultivating their relationship with care. This cherishing is likened to the gentle way a mother nurses her own child, cooing and tending to every need with utmost kindness. It reflects a responsibility to provide the affectionate …
Loving Christ
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)God's love, as revealed in Deuteronomy 33, is not merely a legal obligation but a deep, cherishing affection that draws His people close to His bosom. This love is timeless, consistent, and tenderly embraces those consecrated to Him, offering eternal security in His hand. Saints, separated from the world and dedicated to God, …
What Are You Leaving?
Sermonette by David C. GrabbeThe Ephesians had a strong sense of duty and served as a vanguard in the battle against false doctrines. What was lacking was devotion to Christ.
What Is the Work of God Now? (Part Four)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe scattering of the church was an act of love by God to wake us from our lethargic, faithless condition. The feeding of the flock is the priority now.
Intimacy with Christ (Part Four)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughWe don't really know something unless we have experienced it. Knowing God manifests itself in the way one lives, reflecting faithfulness and obedience.