Playlist: Persecution, from Church (topic)
Facing Times of Stress: Persecution
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsPersecution arises within the church when envy, contention, and partiality prompt some believers to turn against others, often with greater intensity because fellow members know one another intimately. In the Roman congregation this manifested when certain Christians preached Christ from selfish ambition, hoping thereby to …
Facing Times of Stress: Forewarned of Persecution!
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsUnder the best of times, God's people are not immune to persecution. Persecution for righteousness' sake is evidence that God's people have Christ's Spirit.
Endurance
Sermonette by Ronny H. GrahamAs we approach the time of Christ's return, persecution will become increasingly intense, coming from places we least expect it. We must learn endurance.
Matthew (Part Fifteen)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughThe commission to the disciples evolves from their initial orders to go to the House of Israel to their ultimate commission of going to the Gentiles.
Man's Greatest Challenge (Part Four)
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughSatan's biggest targets for disinformation are God's called-out ones. How can the true disciples be identified?
Many Are Called, But Few Are Chosen (Part Six)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsLike the four groups of seeds exposed to various qualities of soil, many have heard the true gospel, but few have remained faithful after the onslaught of hardship.
How Does God View Human Government?
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsAs obnoxious as tyrannical power may seem, we have the obligation to behave lawfully. Even the vilest of leaders has been allowed by God to rule.
Does Doctrine Really Matter? (Part Twelve)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughAugustine developed the Roman Church's theories on church authority that justified using violence to enforce its will, and his writings led directly to many martyrdoms in Catholic persecutions during the Middle Ages. Drawing on Luke 14:23, he argued that the directive to compel people to enter God's house authorized force once …
Abraham (Part Eleven)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughIf we hold fast to principles, though it may seem initially uncomfortable and fearful, we will eventually receive respect and even admiration.