Playlist: Love, Not Provoked (topic)
Love
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John O. ReidLove, as exemplified in the story of the lieutenant and the captain, demonstrates an unyielding commitment to others, even in the face of adversity. The lieutenant, despite the captain's harsh treatment, remained patient, kind, and loving, ultimately giving his life to save the captain. This act of agape love, defined as …
No Real Love Without God
Sermon by John O. ReidLoving God is the greatest calling we have been given, a command that surpasses all others in importance. We are to love the Lord with all our heart, with every faculty and power, holding Him supreme above all beings or things with tremendous ardor and zeal. This means devoting our lives to Him in service, submitting our …
By This Shall All Men Know You
Sermon by John O. ReidA native practice involves leaving a young man on a remote island with only a bow and arrows until he learns to become a man, and God does something similar.
Forms vs. Spirituality (Part 3)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughGod's holy law gives love its foundation, stability, and evenness, preventing it from degenerating into a sappy, sentimental feeling.
Blessed Are the Meek (2014)
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughIn Paul's listings of virtues, meekness always appears near the end, reflecting its difficulty. Meekness is the gentle, quiet spirit of selfless devotion.
Anger (Part One)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsUnrighteous anger, whether explosive or smoldering, can lead to high blood pressure, migraine headaches, or can ultimately lead to our spiritual demise.