Playlist: Law, Ceremonial (topic)
Hebrews: Its Background (Part Eight)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The decision at the Acts 15 conference set aside the need for circumcision among new converts, marking a significant shift in worship practices. This decision, however, did not abolish the Old Testament laws but clarified that certain ceremonial practices were no longer binding under the New Covenant. While circumcision was …
Acts (Part Fifteen)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughIn addressing the question of what should be required of Gentile converts to Christianity, a significant issue arises concerning the adherence to the entirety of the law, particularly the ceremonial law. At the council in Acts 15, the discussion centered on whether Gentiles needed to observe the whole law, including ceremonial …
Forms vs. Spirituality (Part 4)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughIn exploring the various dimensions of biblical law, it is evident that not all laws hold the same weight or purpose. Ceremonial laws, as part of the Old Covenant, served specific functions, often as object lessons that held little transformative effect on the people at the time of their institution. These laws, including …
Hebrews (Part One): The Stage Is Set
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Early converts from Judaism claimed to accept the Law but had difficulty accepting the Lawgiver. Today, many claim to accept Christ, but will not accept His Law.
Acts (Part Fourteen)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughThe people of Lystra and Derbe mistake Paul for Hermes and Barnabas for Zeus. When Paul convinces the crowds that he and Barnabas are not gods, they are rejected.
Acts (Part Sixteen)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughWe must always conduct ourselves with the long-term spiritual interests of others in mind, being sensitive to the conscience and scruples of others.