Playlist: Judas Maccabees (topic)
Matthew (Part Twenty-Six)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughOver 150 years before the events described, Judas Maccabeus led a successful revolt against the Greek-cultured Syrians who had desecrated the Temple in 168 BC under Antiochus Epiphanes. After their father was killed for refusing to bow to a statue of Minerva, Judas, one of five brothers from the Hasmonean family, became the …
The Book of Daniel (Part Eight)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsIn the prophecy of Daniel 11, the persecution under Antiochus IV Epiphanes led to significant resistance among God's people. As a result of Antiochus's desecration of the temple and his acts of oppression, he became a symbol of everything the Jewish people despised. This sparked a widespread and successful rebellion led by Judas …
John (Part Seventeen)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughDuring the period between roughly 168-165 BC, Antiochus Epiphanes, after being humiliated in Egypt by the Romans, turned his frustration on the Jews, whom he had long tried to Hellenize without success. In his anger, he unleashed severe persecution, resulting in gruesome deaths and the desecration of the Temple by offering swine …
Approaching God Through Christ (Part Five)
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThough the menorah has been paired with Judaism, it should more properly be associated with Jesus Christ, the Light of the World.
Acts (Part Six)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughThe early church had confidence in God's sovereignty, realizing that no human authority could thwart God's power. This conviction gave them strength.
A Son Is Given
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe names of God reveal His character and attributes, and so also with Jesus. The reasons for Jesus Christ's incarnation are revealed in His names.
The Purpose of Israel
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughGod chose ancient Israel 1) to be separate, 2) to demonstrate His love to them, 3) to keep His promises to Abraham, and 4) to make a covenant with them.