Playlist: Israel as Model Nation (topic)
The Doctrine of Israel (Part One): Origins
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughGod desired Israel to be a model nation, serving as a witness to the Gentiles. As stated in Deuteronomy 4:5-6, He instructed them to observe His statutes and judgments, which would demonstrate their wisdom and understanding to surrounding peoples. These nations would marvel at Israel's laws and governance, recognizing them as a …
Feast of Tabernacles Basics
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughIsrael will be the model nation after Christ returns. Other nations will see what has been going on in Jerusalem. They will transport the Israelites back to the land of Israel. They will bring their sustenance along with their gold and silver to give to God and God's people. The example that Israel will be giving will have some …
The Doctrine of Israel (Part Fourteen): Israel Redeemed
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughGod employs a winnowing process in selecting those who will enter the Millennium. The process includes punishment for Israel's failure to serve as priests.
Be Holy, as I am Holy
Sermon by Ted E. BowlingHoliness consists of not merely moral behavior, but a complete spiritual transformation, as exemplified by keeping His seventh day Sabbath.
New Heavens and New Earth
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughFollowing Jacob's Trouble, God will regather a remnant of the outcasts, breaking their yokes and bringing them to repentance and rest in the Promised Land.
The World (Part 1)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughOur worldview must be shaped by a fear of God, a love for His people, and a hatred for the world's practices that destroy our relationship with God.
Strategies for Interfacing with Babylon without Becoming Assimilated (Part Seven)
Sermon by David F. MaasTrue peacemaking means emulating Christ, which that involves promoting justice and righteousness, not merely avoiding conflict or appeasing by compromising.
Strategies for Interfacing with Babylon Without Becoming Assimilated (Part One)
Sermon by David F. MaasIn a culture which glorifies war heroes and winning at all costs, becoming an ambassador to peace is perhaps the most elusive goal we could ever accomplish.
Deuteronomy: Hearing
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughBy listening, taking heed, and drinking in of God's Word daily, we take on the wisdom of God, upending and making foolish the wisdom of man.