Playlist: Transcendent Holiness (topic)
Holiness of God (Part 4)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughGod's holiness embodies transcendent purity, signifying His beyondness, otherness, and aboveness. He is great beyond our comprehension, exceeding every superlative we can apply to Him. Our vocabulary and senses can only offer pale imitations of His essence, as He surpasses all human understanding. The word "holy" encapsulates …
Holiness (Part 2)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe holiness of God is a transcendent quality that sets Him apart from all creation. He is in a class by Himself, incomparable, unique, and unapproachable, not in remoteness, but in the sense that no one comes close to being like Him. His name is holy because He is holy, and this holiness is elevated to the superlative, as seen …
Holiness of God (Part 3)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughAs bearers of God's name, we must aspire to holiness. Perfecting holiness is the process by which we are transformed from the glory of man to the glory of God.
The Gift of Eternal Life
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Martin G. CollinsThe difference between living forever and eternal life is that longevity does not equate to quality of life. Living forever while enduring pain lacks appeal.
Do You Really Want Just Any Eternal Life?
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsWe have a natural desire for eternal life, but living endlessly would not be a blessing if our circumstances were miserable. Eternal life means quality of life.
What Is Prayer?
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughPrayer to a tool we must learn to use. Because we take on the characteristics of those we are around, we should keep company with God continually though prayer.
Deuteronomy (Part 3) (1994)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughWe will not be prepared to rule in the Millennium unless we are experientially persuaded of God's faithfulness to His Covenant and His intolerance of evil.