Playlist: Israel as Sodom (topic)
In the Wake of An Unnatural Disaster (Part Six)
Commentary by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)God evaluates Israel's social conduct with a severe comparison to Sodom, a city emblematic of immorality in His Word. In Revelation 11:7, He identifies Jerusalem, the capital of the Israelitish people, as Sodom and Egypt, signaling a profound judgment on its moral state. Furthermore, in Ezekiel 16, Israel and Judah are likened …
Sodom and Egypt
Sermonette by John W. RitenbaughIn Revelation 11:8, the great city where our Lord was crucified is spiritually called Sodom and Egypt, identified as Jerusalem. This city, in the mind of God, is associated with vileness, akin to Sodom with its sexual immorality, and slavery, akin to Egypt where Israel was once held captive. Jerusalem itself often represents the …
Leaving Sodom
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughAmerica resembles the days of Lot and the culture of Sodom. The days of Lot were also productive and wealthy, leading to an excess of idle time.
Jonah: Typical Israelite
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughTo this borderline-suicidal narcissist, his universe held only himself, permitting God's will for others only if it conformed to his own will.
The Doctrine of Israel (Part Seven): Romans 9
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughPaul describes physical Israel as broken branches, allowing gentile branches to be grafted in, ultimately leading to the return of Israel to God's grace.
Amos 5 and the Feast
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Just because we keep God's feasts does not necessarily mean we are in sync with God's Law or intent. The Israelites kept the feasts in a carnal manner.
Jesus, Mary, and Josephine?
Commentary by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)A Methodist church pageant portrayed Jesus, Mary, and Josephine, suggesting that Jesus had two mommies. Lies are destroying the life of this nation.
Lot's Day and Our Day
Sermonette by David C. GrabbeThe West is obsessed with materialism and guaranteed security, as many institutions protect—even encourage—mediocrity, incompetency, and malfeasance.