Playlist: nuach (topic)
Imagining the Garden of Eden (Part Seven)
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe Hebrew word *nuwach* (H5117), translated as "put" in Genesis 2:15, carries a deeper meaning than mere placement. In its passive form, *nuwach* signifies to cause to rest or to dwell, implying a state of rest rather than simple positioning. This word is theologically significant, with synonyms like *shabbat* (ceasing …
Imagining the Garden of Eden (Part Eight)
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe Hebrew word *nuwach* (H5117) carries a deeper significance than the simple translations of "put" or "place" suggest when describing God's action of placing Adam in the Garden of Eden. Rather than merely depositing or positioning, *nuwach* at its root means to cause to rest or to cause to dwell, particularly in the passive …
Imagining the Garden of Eden (Part Nine)
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughIn Genesis 2:15, we find that the LORD God took the man and put him in the Garden of Eden to tend and keep it. The Hebrew word behind "put" is nuwach (H5117), which conveys more than mere placement; it signifies a special kind of rest, peace, and stillness that is only available in the presence of God. Since God dwelt in the …
The Sabbath: Rest
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe Sabbath is an antidote to the weariness we experience. It recalls God's pausing after completing His physical creation, focusing on the spiritual creation.
Themes of Ruth (Part One): Naomi
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughNaomi's attractive personality, selflessness, godly conviction and common sense characterize her relationship with her Gentile daughters-in-law.
Themes of Ruth (Part Two): God's Providence
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughAs we count the 50 days toward Pentecost, we should consider the events of our lives, coming to understand that they reveal God's on-going maintenance.