Playlist: Name, Changed (topic)
The Third Commandment: Idolatry
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughIn biblical usage, changing a person's name indicates a change of character and standing before God. For example, Jacob, who supplanted his brother Esau, was named a supplanter due to his conduct. This change in name reflects a transformation in his nature. Similarly, the Philadelphians are promised to receive new names upon …
Holiness (Part 1)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughA change of name in the Bible indicates a change of character. Thus, Jacob (supplanter) becomes Israel (the prevailer with God). There was a change that took place there. Also, Saul (the destroyer) becomes Paul (the worker). There was a change that took place, and God showed the change that took place in the very nature of those …
Abraham (Part Three)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughAbraham did not come from a primitive, but a highly advanced civilization, having huge multi-storied dwellings with running water and indoor bathrooms.
Isaac and the Day of Small Things
Sermon by Charles Whitaker (1944-2021)Isaac did not play what historians might judge to be a significant role on the world's stage, yet kept the faith, never despising the day of small things.
Abraham (Part Eight)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughIf we surrender to God, allowing Him to shape character in us, He will enable us to live in hope, giving us direct access to Him, giving us a more abundant life.
The Book of Daniel (Part One)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsIf we look upon the Book of Daniel as a puzzle of prophecies, we miss the more important point that it gives strategies to remain godly in a godless venue.
John (Part Five)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughJohn and James were related, but still had to have the Messiah revealed to them. God is involved in the details of our lives as well as the great events in history.