Playlist: Fig Tree, Cursing of (topic)
Every Man Under His Fig Tree
Sermonette by Christian D. HunterWithin the fig, there are many fruits in what seems to be a singular fruit. Like the fig flower, God's saints do not fall if they are producing fruit.
All Leaves, No Fruit
Sermonette by Bill OnisickJesus cursed the fig tree because it lacked fruit and produced only leaves. It symbolized pharisaical hypocrisy, where works and talk are not in alignment.
God Expects a Return on His Investment (Part One)
Sermon by David F. MaasJesus Christ, in His teachings, used the incident of the cursing of the fig tree to impart a vital lesson to His disciples, both then and now. As recorded in Mark 11:12-14, when He approached a fig tree expecting to find fruit, He found only leaves, for it was not the season for figs. Despite this, He declared, "Let no one eat …
Psalm Genres (Part Two): Imprecatory Psalms
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughPsalms of Imprecation consists of calling on God to judge one's enemies, not as personal vengeance, but for God to act against evil.
A House Left Desolate
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughGod is a God of mercy, but He has a stiff core of justice which will not be placated unless we repent. To whom much has been given, much will be required.
Faith and Prayer
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughConstant, earnest prayer keeps faith alive and makes certain the receiving of the qualities that make us in the image of God. God's purpose comes first.