Playlist: `anah (#H6031) (topic)
Reflections on the COVID-19 Pandemic
Sermon by David C. GrabbeThe fifth reflection focuses on affliction as depicted in Psalm 119, where the word 'anah (H6031) is used to describe being bowed down, humbled, or subjected to harsh and painful treatment. This term, also associated with afflicting ourselves on the Day of Atonement, highlights a necessary process of learning God's way of life …
Humbleness is Our Only Path to Holiness
Sermonette by Bill OnisickFor to come near to God, we must be thoroughly cleansed inside and out. Self-affliction, enabled by fasting, creates humility—the only path to holiness.
Fast or Famine
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe Hebrew word *anah* (Strong's H6031) carries the meaning of being afflicted, bowed down, humbled, or made meek. It can also imply oppression, emaciation, or suffering, often expressing harsh and painful treatment beyond mere discomfort. In the context of fasting, as seen in Leviticus 23:27, 29, and 32, God commands the …
Pride, Humility, and Fasting
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe intent of fasting is to deflate our pride—the major taproot of sin—the biggest deterrent to a positive relationship with God. Humility heals the breach.
Afflicting Our Souls
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughJesus taught that fasting is an internal, spiritual good work, done in the inner self. Any other kind of fasting has little or no spiritual value.
Our Part in the Sanctification Process (Part Nine): Cultivating the Fruit of Gentleness
Sermon by David F. MaasBiblical meekness brings strength under control, enabling God's called out ones to tame the temper, calm the passions, managing the unruly impulses.
Resuming Ecclesiastes (Part Two)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe disappointment in the vanity of life is good for our spiritual preparation, making us disillusioned with all the world's glamorous but false choices.