Playlist: Rebellion of Satan and Angels (topic)
The Fall of Satan
Sermonette by Richard T. RitenbaughHelel became lifted up in pride because of the abundance of his trading, leading him to be excessively competitive, driving him to resentment against God.
Angelic Responsibilities
Sermon/Bible Study by Martin G. CollinsThe rebellion of Satan and the angels marks a pivotal moment in the chronology of creation, disrupting the initial order established by God. Initially, God created the heavens and the earth in a state of perfection and beauty, as seen in Genesis 1:1. The angels, including the archangel Lucifer, were created by God through Jesus …
Satan (Part 1)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe rebellion of Satan and his angels is a foundational event revealing the origins of evil and the ongoing spiritual conflict affecting humanity. In Revelation 12:3-4, a great, fiery red dragon, identified in verse 9 as the Devil and Satan, drew a third of the stars of heaven—symbolizing angels—and threw them to the …
The Cunning of Satan
Sermon by Kim MyersA very long time ago, God's angels were all pure and holy. However, a rebellion started with one archangel, Lucifer, who over an extended period corrupted other angels by using words. This subtle and cunning process began with satan speaking to other angels, slowly working on them until one listened and believed. Once this angel …
Hebrews (Part Eight): Greater Than Angels (cont.)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)In Ezekiel chapter 28 the Old Testament record reveals the defection from God by the angelic Satan and other angelic beings. This revelation shows that angels are choice-making creations somewhat like mankind. They are involved in God's operations and some of them made very serious mistakes. Satan was one. Angels are spirit. …
Do Angels Live Forever? (Part One)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughSatan first appears in Genesis as the serpent who tempted Adam and Eve. Revelation 12:9 states that the great dragon was cast out, that serpent of old called the Devil and Satan who deceives the whole world. He was cast to earth and his angels were cast out with him. Revelation 12:4 records that his tail drew a third of the …
Conspiracy Theory (Part Four)
Commentary by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The conspiracies concocted by world leaders are inspired by Satan—even the infighting and apparent conflicts involving kings deposing kings.
What I Believe About Conspiracy Theories
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe drive toward one world government is a transparent reality having several biblical prototypes, all inspired by demonic opposition to God's rule.
Jesus Christ's Purposeful Manifestation
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsWhen Jesus Christ appears, having received power promised to Eve's offspring, He will destroy the works of the devil, which includes removing our sins.
Countering Presumptuousness
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughKorah, Dathan, and Abiram were not content with where God had placed them, but, in a spirit of pride, wanted to arrogate to themselves the office of Moses.
Who Do You Trust? (Part Three)
Sermon by Mark SchindlerThe corruption of sin was brought on the world through the rebellion of Satan and his fallen angels, an event which took place between Genesis 1:1 and 1:2.
The Works of the Devil Destroyed
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsSatan and his demons know that their time is short and are determined to destroy as many people as possible, especially the Israel of God.
Communication and Coming Out of Babylon (Part 1)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe demons who already inhabit the earth look upon us as interlopers. We need to monitor our thought impulses, lest we be bothered by demons.
The Spirit World
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThough many popular notions of angels come from non-biblical sources, the Bible offers the most accurate insights into their role, nature, and function.
The New World Order Rises
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The Beast is a reality, and it is coming to pass in the scope of globalism. Satan has a vast reservoir of people he can work through; we used to be a part of it.
Leadership and the Covenants (Part Twenty-One)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Prior to the Flood, mankind's thoughts and intents were evil continually. A parallel time of demonic activity is on the horizon for those living today.
Ecclesiastes (Part Seven)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughWe are required to make judgments in our area of influence, in the home and in our own lives. We cannot be careless with God's standards in our own family.
Eternal Security (Part 1)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughSome of the harshest criticism we receive is for our position opposing the doctrine of eternal security and stating that works are required for salvation.
The March Toward Globalism (Part Two)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)As parents, we can protect our children from death and destruction if we discourage the self-absorptive pulls through correction and discipline.
Self-Government: Overcoming
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughWe dare not allow anybody to come between God's direct governance and ourselves. Even God's government will not work unless we voluntarily govern ourselves.
The Gap Theory
Sermonette by John ReissGod placed lucifer, the angel who would later become satan, on a throne as ruler of the earth, where he ruled over tens of millions of angels for an impossible-to-know length of time. After possibly millions or billions of years, lucifer rebelled and convinced one-third of the angels to join him in his insurgency. Revelation 5 …
Strategies for Escaping Babylon (Part One)
Sermon by David F. MaasEvery form of government fashioned by carnal human beings, including democracies and constitutional republics, are riddled with fatal flaws.
The Handwriting Is On the Wall (Part Two) (2007)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe sheep do not belong to any man or group, but to Christ. It is Christ's responsibility to get the sheep into the Kingdom, not the ministry's.
The Purpose of the Church
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe function of the church is like a teacher's college, preparing the firstfruits and providing them with the needed education and character development.