Playlist: Phallic Symbol (topic)
Sandcastle Virtues
Sermon by Mike FordIn the context of ancient Israel's struggles with idolatry, the worship of phallic symbols stands as a stark reminder of how far the people strayed from God's commandments. Just because we are not gathered in a group in the Valley of Hinnom, worshipping phallic symbols and burning children, does not mean we will fare well before …
The Iniquity of the Amorites
Sermonette by Richard T. RitenbaughThe iniquity of the Amorites encompassed a pantheon of idols and a highly ritualized religion that functioned as a fertility cult. On certain high places the Canaanites erected stone pillars to represent the male deities in phallic worship while setting up wooden poles or images to represent the female goddesses. These rites …
Keep Yourself From Idols
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsIn the context of idolatry, the Washington Monument in Washington, DC, stands as a prominent phallic symbol recognized globally. Such stone idols or wooden pillars, imbued with phallic symbolism, were historically viewed as mystical sires of offspring or even of the people themselves within certain religious climates. This …
Passover (Part Seven)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughMajor reinterpretations have significantly distorted the meaning of Passover and Unleavened Bread, blurring the distinction between the two events.
Hosea's Prophecy (Part Four)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsBoth Israel and Judah during Hosea's time adopted paganism from the surrounding nations. Syncretistic religion blends paganism and Christianity.
Every Action Has a Reaction
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughEvery action has a corresponding reaction; even the little things we do matter. Sin produces increase (the leavening effect) just as righteousness does.