Playlist: Church, Purpose of (topic)
The Purpose of the Church
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe purpose of the church, as planned by God from the beginning, is not a cosmic accident but a deliberate design by the Creator. God intended for there to be a group, known as the church, that would bear characteristics similar to His Son. This group, called and arranged for a specific purpose, is meant to reflect God's nature …
What Is the Church?
Sermon by Ryan McClureThe purpose of the church, as revealed through the Scriptures, is to serve as a called-out assembly of believers, chosen by God to be set apart from the world. It is a body founded and built upon Jesus Christ, who is its Head and chief cornerstone. The church exists to fulfill God's plan, as seen in Genesis, where He created man …
Is There a True Church?
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughGod's true church cannot be found without revelation nor can one join the organization; God calls and places each member in its appropriate place in the Body.
What Is the Church's Work Today (Part One)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe purpose of the church, as understood in the context of recent challenges and historical experiences, is not solely to preach the gospel to the world, though that remains a part of its mission. The church's primary work aligns with God's overarching purpose of creation, which is to shape and form humanity into His spiritual …
The Mystery of the Church
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughGod desires to know whether the spiritual remnants will choose His teaching or assimilating into the world, biting and devouring one another.
It Takes a Church
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughAs Christians, we need to form warm, productive, quality relationships with our brethren, actively ministering to the needs of one another.
Anniversary Message 2026
Commentary by Richard T. RitenbaughCGG has intentionally remained small, maintaining a core of about 400 members, because its mission has never been numerical growth or mass evangelism.
An Anniversary Message
Commentary by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The emphasis in the Church of the Great God is on self-control and self-government, responsible to God.
Christ's Mission Statement
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughLuke 4:16-21 and Mark 1:14-15, statements from Christ made at approximately the same time, constitute the composite mission statement directed at His disciples.
Increased With Goods
Sermonette by James BeaubelleThe Laodicean congregation had a penchant toward materialism, which sidetracked them from their primary goal of following Christ.