Playlist: Evangelist (topic)
The Messenger of Christ
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughHerbert W. Armstrong was single-minded about preaching the Gospel. The scattering of the church could have been caused by members making him a type of idol.
Matthew (Part Thirty)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughThe role of an evangelist within the church hierarchy is significant, as their authority often extends throughout the entire organization, not confined to a specific area. The term "evangelist" means good messenger, reflecting their broad responsibility to communicate vital messages across the church. In the structure outlined, …
Avoiding Superficiality
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe role of an evangelist, as understood within the church, carries specific responsibilities and historical context. Research into the term reveals that, contrary to common perception, an evangelist does not primarily preach the gospel to the world as an apostle might. In the Bible, only Philip, known as 'the evangelist,' is …
Matthew (Part Twenty-Two)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughJesus Christ, in His time on earth, made it clear that His mission was not to gain immediate followers or to fulfill the nationalistic expectations of the people. He often instructed those He healed not to spread the news of His works, showing that He was not seeking widespread attention or to be seen as a political conqueror. …
God's Special Presence and Direct Intervention
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsPhilip, a faithful preacher and teacher, emerges as a central figure in the spread of the gospel following the persecution of the early church. He is the first, and only, person in the New Testament to be specifically called an evangelist, as noted in Acts 21:8. His role was distinct, focused on carrying the gospel to places …
John (Part Nine)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughIn the account of the Samaritan woman at the well, her actions reflect a profound transformation. After her encounter with Jesus, she left her water pot in haste, driven by an urgent desire to share her experience with the townspeople. She went into the town, enthusiastically spreading the word about this remarkable Man who knew …