Playlist: Priest as Bridge-builder (topic)
Preparing to Be a Priest
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe role of a priest is deeply significant in the purpose God is working out for us, as we are called to be both kings and priests in the World Tomorrow. A priest serves as a bridge-builder, aiding people in accessing God by acting as a mediator who reconciles between God and men. This primary function is to facilitate union …
New Covenant Priesthood (Part One)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe role of a priest is fundamentally mediatorial, standing as a bridge between God and humanity. A priest's calling is to draw near to God, performing essential functions in His presence, a privilege and responsibility granted through His divine work. The term "priest" derives from a root meaning "first," indicating a …
Taking Your Priestly Responsibilities Seriously!
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsGod is training us as a holy priesthood, called to offer unblemished sacrifices, honoring His name, putting down pride, presumptuousness, and arrogance.
The Priesthood of God (Part Two)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The firstborn privileges indicate prominence, carrying the birthright promises. In the New Testament, the firstborn did not always correspond to actual birth order.
Knowing Christ (Part 2)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughChrist's sacrifice was not merely substitutionary, but representative, with Christ giving us a pattern for life - mortifying our flesh and putting out sin.
Matthew (Part Two)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughJesus' 28 'missing' years were spent maturing, studying, and gaining life experience to equip Him as a high priest who could relate to human struggles.
Fully Accepting God's Sovereignty (Part One)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)We are mandated to live by faith, being given trials of faith in order to chisel our character. We must totally and unreservedly accept God's sovereignty.