Playlist: Priests, Consecration of (topic)
The Priesthood of God (Part Five)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The priesthood, under both the Old and New Covenants, is deeply tied to the pursuit and maintenance of holiness, reflecting God's unique and pure character. Priests are called by God to stand as His agents between Him and His worshippers, aiding others in becoming holy through instruction and example, as God desires a holy …
The Priesthood of God (Part Six)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The consecration of priests, as a vital aspect of their preparation to serve under Jesus Christ, reflects the divine call to holiness as commanded by God: "Be holy, for I am holy." This process underscores that God's representatives, standing between Him and His worshippers, must emulate His character as closely as possible. All …
Lessons From the Eighth Day
Sermonette by David C. GrabbeIn the context of God's holy days and significant biblical patterns, the consecration of priests, as detailed in Leviticus 8 and 9, mirrors the structure of the 8th day following the 7 days of Tabernacles. For 7 days, the priests were consecrated within God's temporary dwelling, eating before the Lord, much like the observance …
An Offering Made By Fire
Sermonette by Richard T. RitenbaughIn I Peter 2:5-9, God's people are called a chosen generation and a royal priesthood, God's own distinctive people, commissioned to offer sacrifices.
An Abundant Spiritual Offering
Sermonette by David C. GrabbeThe number eight signifies a new start with abundance abundance following a period of time (a week, seven years, or a millennium) of preparatory activity.
The Last Great Day of Reconciliation
Sermonette by Bill OnisickGod did not create rebellion, but He did create free will, giving us a choice, which our carnal nature sabotages because it is enmity against God and His law.
Made By Fire
Sermonette by Richard T. RitenbaughWe are a kingdom of priests, called to be living sacrifices, ardently serving God, with a view of being consumed or used up in service to Him.
The Eighth Day (2019)
Sermonette by David C. GrabbeThe Eight Day (or Last Great Day) has little written about it, but the patterns of Scripture reveal much about the abundance of this holy day.
Psalm 133 (1998)
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughUnity comes only through the initiation of God. If we would follow the suggestions in Romans 12, we could do our part in promoting unity in God's church.
Examples of Divine Justice
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughNadab and Abihu, Ananias and Sapphira, and Uzzah, all aware of the penalties for their actions, rebelled against God's clear and unambiguous instructions.
Psalm 133
Sermon/Bible Study by Richard T. RitenbaughTrue unity comes from God via His Holy Spirit and requires humbly submitting to God's terms rather than our own agendas.