Playlist: Psalm 1 (topic)
Psalms: Book One (Part One)
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughPsalm 1 serves as a foundational introduction to the themes of Book One of the Psalms, emphasizing the stark contrast between the righteous and the wicked. It presents the concept of two distinct paths that individuals may choose to follow. Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the ungodly, nor stand in the path …
Psalms: Book One (Part Two)
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughPsalm 1 presents a vivid contrast between two paths of life: the way of the righteous and the way of the ungodly. The righteous are likened to a tree planted by rivers of water, flourishing and bearing fruit through constant nourishment from God's instruction. Their path leads to prosperity and eternal life, as they meditate on …
Psalms: Book One (Part Three)
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughPsalm 1, as part of the introduction to Book One of the Psalms, highlights two central themes that resonate throughout the entire collection. The first theme is the instruction of God, understood broadly as all the guidance He provides, encompassing not only written words but also the lessons learned through living out His …
Psalm Genres (Part Eight): Wisdom Psalms
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughPsalm 1 belongs to the category of wisdom psalms, a genre in which the psalmist provides godly counsel on how an upright person should live in a world estranged from God. Identified in the material as "Blessed and Happy is the Man," Psalm 1 stands among the core group of wisdom psalms most consistently recognized by scholars, …
The Man Like a Tree
Sermonette by Bill CherryThe material presents Psalm 1 as a direct parallel to the description in Jeremiah 17 of the man who trusts in the LORD and becomes like a tree planted by waters. This man rejects the counsel of the ungodly, the path of sinners, and the seat of the scornful, choosing instead to separate himself completely from human customs and …
Tree of Righteousness
Sermonette by Christian D. HunterPsalm 1:1-3 presents a foundational picture of the blessed man, first defining him by what he does not do before showing what he becomes. The passage identifies three negatives to be avoided: walking in the counsel of the ungodly, standing in the path of sinners, and sitting in the seat of the scornful. This reflects a twofold …
Thank You for Finishing What You Start!
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsWe should be thankful to God for His Holy Spirit, spiritual blessings, fellowship, as well as God's promise that He will finish what He has started.
Christian Optimism
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughPaul wrote some of his most optimistic letters from prison, under the possibility of execution, but absolutely convinced that ultimate victory was imminent.
Matthew (Part Four)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughMatthew's encapsulation of the Beatitudes, the essence of Jesus Christ's teaching, contains the foundation of His teaching through the entirety of His ministry.
Leaves of Healing?
Sermonette by Ronny H. GrahamGod created the healing and medicinal attributes of leaves and herbs, including the Tree of Life described in Revelation 22:1-2.