Playlist: Power of God's Holy Spirit (topic)
Pentecost and the Holy Spirit
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughPentecost holds a unique significance among the holy days, marked by the extraordinary giving of God's Holy Spirit, which surpasses even the importance of the Old Covenant and the giving of the Law. This event is central to achieving God's purpose for humanity, enabling us to be transformed into His spiritual and moral image and …
Jesus on the Holy Spirit
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe power of God's Holy Spirit is a profound force that permeates every aspect of divine work and human transformation. From the very beginning, as seen in Genesis 1:2, the Holy Spirit hovers expectantly, ready to execute God's creative commands, embodying the imagery of a bird fluttering in anticipation. This same Spirit …
Lessons From First-Century Christianity
Sermon by David C. GrabbeEven though the believers of the first century experienced extraordinary events, because of entropy, their zeal atrophied after the shockwaves dissipated.
Pitfalls of Scholarship
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughWhile we find much biblical scholarship useful and productive, without God's Spirit, most biblical scholarship is at best a mixture of good and evil.
The Two Witnesses (Part Six)
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe Two Witnesses have authority from God to annihilate those who interfere with their work as well as power over weather patterns and natural elements.
John (Part Three)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughEven many extra-biblical sources such as Tacitus, Seconius, Justin Martyr, Pliny, and Josephus corroborate and validate the biblical accounts of Jesus.
The Purpose of Israel
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughGod chose ancient Israel 1) to be separate, 2) to demonstrate His love to them, 3) to keep His promises to Abraham, and 4) to make a covenant with them.
Should a Christian Go To War? (Part 2)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsGod alone has the prerogative of giving and taking life. As ambassadors of God's heavenly Kingdom, we do not take up arms on behalf of any nation on the earth.