Playlist: Understanding, not Leaning on (topic)
Traditions of Men, Continued
Sermonette by Craig SablichGod's gospel provides a singular perspective on what is good and evil, guiding us to the truth. Solomon instructs us in Proverbs 3:5 to trust in the Lord with all our heart and to lean not on our own understanding. In all our ways, we must acknowledge Him, and He shall direct our paths. This principle reminds us to reject the …
God Will Understand
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsMany people reason with regard to their presumptuous sins, believing God will understand. Yet, will He come around to see it our way? Make no mistake, God will understand, but His understanding will not align with human expectations. Self-justification, fueled by pride, blinds us, leading to the erroneous thought that God will …
Going Beyond Definitions
Commentary by David C. GrabbeIt is improper to build a doctrine on one scripture, let alone the definition of a word. We need at least two reliable witnesses to establish any teaching.
Grace, Mercy, and Favor (Part Four): Favor to Live as God Lives
Sermon by Mark SchindlerWe earn God's favor by obedience; there is a direct tie between submission to His will and His favor. The more one submits, the more favor and grace accrues.
Can You Handle the Truth?
Sermonette byWe must be willing to allow God to make changes in our thinking, even when those changes discomfort the beliefs to which we have acclimated ourselves.
Perspective Matters
Sermonette by Craig SablichTrust in the Lord with all the heart and lean not on one's own understanding. In all ways acknowledge Him and He will direct the paths. The question becomes whose understanding is being trusted. Personal and cultural perspectives shape how Scripture is read and can lead to conclusions that differ from what the words actually …
New Covenant Priesthood (Part Nine)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughPride elevates one above God, denigrating any dependence upon God, replacing it with self-idolatry. We ought to boast or glory in the Lord instead of ourselves.
God Works in Mysterious Ways (Part One)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughOur carnal nature's desire to satisfy an addictive self-centeredness can eventually overrule the Christian's loyalty to God and His commandments.
Christianity Vs. Cultural Paganism
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsSatan deceives by mixing truth with and falsehood, promoting cultural pagans or tares among the wheat or members of the church of God.