Playlist: diabolos (topic)
Behind Enemy Lines: Lucifer, Helel, and Satan
Sermonette by Clyde FinkleaThe Greek word *diabolos* (G1228), meaning slanderer or defamer, is used to describe the devil, identifying one of the key aspects of his character. This term highlights his role as an adversary who spreads falsehoods and defames, working against the truth of God through deception and malice. As part of his broader identity as …
Anticipating the Enemy
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsWe become vulnerable to Satan when we allow pride to consume us, cozy up to false doctrine, toy with the paranormal, or let down in prayer and Bible study
The Adversary
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe Greek term diabolos , rendered "Devil" in English, means "accuser" or "slanderer," and this meaning forms an essential part of understanding Satan's character and activity. When the name "Satan the Devil" is used, it combines two descriptive titles: Satan, meaning "Adversary," and Devil ( diabolos ), meaning "accuser" or …
The Parable of the Wheat and Tares
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsFor every pure thing God has created, Satan has manufactured a counterfeit, even passing himself off as an angel of light. He is the master imitator.
The Purposes of Aging
Sermon/Bible Study by Richard T. RitenbaughModern society is obsessed with youth and staying young, but aging is a natural process God intended as part of life. Aging is a process for gaining wisdom.
Facing Times of Stress: Lovers of Self
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsWe face the same kind of pressures and stress that Timothy faced, with perilous times ahead of us, threatening the existence of the nation and the church.
Gossip
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe apostle James says that the tongue can metaphorically start a dangerous fire. He warns that gossip, tale-bearing and being a busy-body is like murder.
The Heart's Self-Absorption
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughII Timothy 3:1-5 contains 19 characteristics of carnality. The common denominator is self-absorption and pride, placing the self above others.
Titus (Part Four): Traits of a Healthy Church
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughTitus 2 gives specific instructions to senior members of the congregation, followed by instructions to the youth, explaining their responsibilities.
Are You Part of the Spiritual Unity?
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsIn the Parable of the Wheat and the Tares, Jesus identifies two sowers of opposite character: Himself, the Householder and Son of Man who sows only good seed, and His enemy, whom Jesus calls diabolos . This Greek term denotes the accuser, the misrepresenter, the liar, the betrayer, and the one who opposes all that is true and …