Playlist: Leaven of Herod (topic)
The Leavening of the Pharisees, Sadducees, and Herod
Sermonette by Ted E. BowlingJesus warned of three varieties of leaven that we must guard against, staying aware of the pitfalls that will pull us down and corrupt us.
Influence of Leavening
Sermonette by James BeaubelleBoth the Old and New Testaments illustrate that sin is subtle, persuasive, and deeply rooted, prompting Almighty God to call His saints to come out of Babylon.
Parables of Matthew 13 (Part 2): Leaven
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughIn the context of warnings about corrupting influences within the Kingdom of Heaven, Jesus cautions His disciples in Mark 8:15, saying, "Take heed, beware of the leaven of the Pharisees and the leaven of Herod." Here, the leaven of Herod represents a distinct form of corruption, identified as secularism or the use of religion …
How Much Leaven Can God Take?
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughDuring the Days of Unleavened Bread, the concept of leaven as a symbol of sin's corrupting influence is vividly portrayed. In Mark 8:14-21, Jesus warns His disciples to beware of the leaven of the Pharisees and of Herod. Initially, the disciples misunderstand, thinking He speaks of literal bread, but Jesus clarifies their lack …
Dominion and Leaven (Part Two)
Sermonette byJesus warned His disciples about the leaven of Herod, which bore a striking resemblance to other forms of corruption. Herod, though Jewish, was a political leader consumed by secular power. He wielded religion as a tool, a mere pretext to advance his political ambitions, playing it as a card when it served his purpose. When …
Unleavened Bread Basics
Sermon by David C. GrabbeThe Feast of Unleavened Bread memorializes God's deliverance from the environment of sin rather than our coming out of sin. Christ embodies sincerity and truth.
Facing Times of Stress: Lack of Clarity
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsMany people called by God realize the world is wrong, but also cannot see the way of God clearly, having an inability of seeing or comprehending the truth.