Playlist: Priesthood, Spiritual (topic)
The Priesthood of God (Part One)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The concept of spiritual priesthood emerges as a profound responsibility for those who are converted and united with Jesus Christ. As He declared in John 2, "Destroy this temple, and in three days I will raise it up," Jesus positioned Himself as the central focus of worship, replacing the physical Temple. Since we are in Him, we …
The Priesthood of God (Part Four)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The concept of a spiritual priesthood carries profound responsibilities, rooted in the call to holiness as exemplified by God Himself. Holiness, far more than mere morality, defines God's uniqueness—He is separate, set apart, and beyond human comprehension, evoking awe and reverence. As God is holy, so are we called to …
Our Spiritual Career
Sermon by Ryan McClureGod calls people to be built up as a spiritual house and a holy priesthood in His Kingdom. Scriptures show that God is calling individuals to serve as priests and to fulfill this role in the future. When God calls someone, previous career aspirations may change as preparation begins for this spiritual position. God chooses the …
The Priesthood of God (Part Ten) Conclusion
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The spiritual priesthood under Jesus Christ is of a much higher rank than the Levitical priesthood. It is spiritual in nature from top to bottom. This priesthood is unique. It is without father and without mother. There is only one High Priest, and that High Priest and all those priests under Him will serve forever. It is …
God's Spiritual House
Sermon by Ronny H. GrahamIn the journey of life, many of us ponder the paths we have taken, yet it is clear that God directs our steps, placing us where He desires. As revealed in I Peter 2:5 and 9, we are called to a unique role as a holy priesthood and a royal priesthood. This is not merely a title, but a profound responsibility to offer up spiritual …
The Priesthood of God (Part Two)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The firstborn privileges indicate prominence, carrying the birthright promises. In the New Testament, the firstborn did not always correspond to actual birth order.
The Priesthood of God (Part Six)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The priestly garments represent the holy character of God. Clothing is used as a badge of one's office and symbolizes what our character is like inwardly.
How Will We See God?
Sermonette by Bill OnisickRevelation 1:6-9 assures us that every eye will see Jesus Christ when He returns, but in what light will we see Him—in earnest joy or abject fear?
Kings and Priests
Sermonette byThe Eighth Day is a dramatic, pivotal moment in God's divine plan of salvation, symbolizing new beginnings and the final phase of God's redemptive work.
Knowing Christ (Part 2)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughChrist's sacrifice was not merely substitutionary, but representative, with Christ giving us a pattern for life - mortifying our flesh and putting out sin.
Never Allow Your Love to Wax Cold
Sermon by Clyde FinkleaDestruction comes from a gradual withdrawal from intimacy with God rather than outright rejection. We must be vigilant against spiritual complacency.
Who Do You Trust? (Part Four): You Shall Soar Like Eagles
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Mark SchindlerEven Hezekiah, more righteous than any other king, stumbled. But Almighty God is always ready to pick us up, enabling us to soar like eagles.
The Eighth Day (2019)
Sermonette byThe Eight Day (or Last Great Day) has little written about it, but the patterns of Scripture reveal much about the abundance of this holy day.