Playlist: Sin, in Church (topic)
Letters to Seven Churches (Part Ten): The Church
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughSin within the Church emerges as a central, sobering reality from the earliest days of its founding at Pentecost through the apostolic era and into the prophetic warnings of Revelation. Although the Jerusalem church began in a state of remarkable unity, joy, and Spirit-filled growth—sharing possessions, fellowshipping …
How Much Leaven Can God Take?
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe tares and wheat must coexist until the harvest when the fruit will become clearly seen, at which time a separation and judgment will take place.
The Parable of the Leaven, Expanded
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughBitterness divides one member of Christ's Body from another. Individuals often look for a 'doctrinal' reason to justify leaving a congregation.
Unity and Unleavened Bread
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughAs members of Christ's body, we must function for the good of the whole body, not competing with other parts. We must continually function as a son of God.
Many Are Called, But Few Are Chosen (Part Eight)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsWe should not expect brethren to be perfect; we all sin. God has not given His People the prerogative to judge another member as a tare.
The Continuing Slide Into Liberalism
Commentary by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The urban spirit converts people who had conservative values into liberals. The church of God will stick out like a sore thumb in the midst of perversion.