Playlist: Accusations (topic)
Whose Side Are We On?
Sermon by Bill OnisickIn this divided world, accusations often sow discord, reflecting the role of an accuser, akin to satan, who is synonymous with terms like troublemaker, harasser, and divider. An accuser openly exposes wrongs, whether true or false, often distorting context to worsen the perception. This contrasts with being an advocate, who …
Do Not Judge: What Does it Mean?
Sermon by Clyde FinkleaAccusations within the church are a persistent issue that distorts our perspective and leads to sin. They often stem from impure motives such as pride, envy, or jealousy, where attacking others can make us feel superior or more righteous. Satan, the master of accusing and criticizing, exemplifies this by accusing us before God …
Hate the Sin, But Love and Forgive the Sinner
Sermonette by Bill OnisickOne of the deadliest afflictions we can develop is a self-righteous, vindictive 'Phineas' complex, seizing the sword of the Lord to correct a fellow member.
Joshua 22: The Altar of Witness
Sermon/Bible Study by Richard T. RitenbaughMisinterpreting the altar of witness as an act of apostasy, the western tribes assembled for civil war based on unverified reports — gossip and tale-bearing.
Fault Lines
Sermonette by Joseph B. BaityThe blame game has escalated from everywhere, including the political left and right, not unlike tectonic plates colliding, causing a major earthquake.
Judging in the Church
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Human nature is strongly competitive and full of pride, making judgment inherently problematic. Nevertheless, God wants us to learn to judge with equity.
Presumption of Innocence
Commentary by Richard T. RitenbaughProgressives have attempted to remove a cardinal principle of jurisprudence: The legal doctrine that one is innocent until proven guilty.
Questioning God
Sermonette by Joseph B. BaityBiblical figures such as Miriam, Job, and Zechariah illustrate the dangers of questioning of God's sovereignty or authority.
Biblical Principles of Justice (Part Three)
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThough the Old and New Testament are complementary to one another, the emphasis of justice in the New Testament switches from national to personal in scope.
Blame Games
Sermonette by Joseph B. BaityThe tendency to point fingers at others is hard-wired into human nature. Mistakes are the portals of discovery if we admit them and learn from them.
Preventing the Warfare State
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Satan has taught mankind the craft of war between nations, within families, in politics, and in sports. We must resist being dragged into partisan battles.