Playlist: Image of the Heavenly (topic)
Image and Likeness of God (Part One)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughGod's Word clearly states that He has form and shape, as revealed in Genesis 1:26-27, where He declares that man is made in His image and likeness, using the Hebrew words tselem and demooth , which denote shape, resemblance, and bodily form. This foundational truth, established in the very first chapter of Scripture, sets the …
Image and Likeness of God (Part Two)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughGod reveals Himself with form and shape like a man. Jesus Christ is the heavenly Man. Humans are made in the image and likeness of God which includes outward bodily form and shape. The Greek word icon refers to this image. Believers will be conformed to the image of Jesus Christ. They will be transformed to be like His glorious …
The Covenants, Grace, and Law (Part One)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe doctrinal changes made by the Worldwide Church of God have devastating ramifications. Predictably, when the vision was changed, God's law was cast aside.
Government (Part Three)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughOur attitude toward government must be one of submission. The church cannot perform its function without the cooperation of the carnal civil governments.
Why Wasn't Jesus Christ Crucified at the Start of Passover?
Sermonette byJesus was crucified late on Abib 14, yet the Passover lambs were to be killed at the beginning of the 14th. The time of Christ's death is highly significant.
Elements of Motivation (Part Three)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughIn the familiar triumvirate (faith, hope, and love), faith serves as the foundation, love serves as the goal, and hope serves as the great motivator.