Playlist: Blessings and Responsibility (topic)

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Christ's Vital Final Warning to His Church

Sermon by Mark Schindler

Blessings and responsibilities are intertwined in the narrative of the rich young ruler and the messages to the seven churches. The rich young ruler, possibly a leader in the Sanhedrin, was given wealth and authority as gifts from God. These gifts were meant to be used wisely and humbly, yet he trusted in his own good works and …


Are We Really Committed?

Sermonette by Mark Schindler

Brethren, we must recognize that harboring attitudes of worldly compromise, running close to the edge, focusing on others instead of on the Almighty God, or expecting blessings without full commitment will keep us from total dedication to Him. Such attitudes can lead us to spiritual death, as seen with Ananias and Sapphira. Yet, …


Forgiving, Giving, and Living

Sermon by Martin G. Collins

Blessings and responsibilities are intertwined in our journey to imitate God. As we strive to be imitators of God, we are called to reflect His love through forgiveness, giving, and living a life of love. These actions are not just suggestions but essential responsibilities that come with the blessings we receive from God. We …


John (Part Ten)

Sermon/Bible Study by John W. Ritenbaugh

When God removes an infirmity or gives a blessing, He also gives a responsibility to follow through, using the blessing to overcome and glorify God.


Do You Take Sin Seriously? God Does!

Sermon by Martin G. Collins

The demise of an institution can result from the irresponsibility of its constituents; if one member sins, the whole body experiences the effects.


A Priceless Gift

Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh

God's people are the precious jewels (or the private, personal possessions) of God, obligated to conform exclusively to His will and purpose.


Answered Prayer Through Faith

Sermon by Martin G. Collins

For prayer to be successful, our petitions must be specific and synchronized to God's will, but we must patiently and humbly accept God's timetable.


Attitudes of Returning to Egypt

Sermonette by Jared M. Ellis

Discover the three slave-like attitudes the delivered Israelites retained that could cause us to return to the world after our deliverance.


Do You Recognize This Man? (Part Six)

Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

Jesus shared many happy feasts with His disciples and attended banquets and celebrations, much to the chagrin of the self-righteous Pharisees.


The Attitude of Esau

Sermonette by Clyde Finklea

We are warned not to take these privileges and responsibilities as shallowly as Esau, who took something that was holy and treated it as common.


A Thoughtful Offering

Sermonette by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

Christianity demands thoughtfulness, attention, and care in all aspects of life. God desires that we devote our entire hearts, souls, and minds to His way, applying His commandments continuously with great effort. As Solomon writes in Proverbs 19:16, keeping the commandments secures our souls and brings abundant life, while …


John (Part Nine)

Sermon/Bible Study by John W. Ritenbaugh

Jesus teaches the difference between works that cause burdens (work that profanes the Sabbath) and works that relieve burdens. The Father and Son never stop working.