Playlist: Giving and Receiving (topic)
More Blessed To Give Than Receive
Sermonette by John W. RitenbaughIn the midst of constant appeals for time, attention, and resources that foster cynicism and suspicion, Jesus declared that it is more blessed to give than to receive. The apostle Paul, whose life after his calling consisted of continuous sacrificial giving and who spoke these words while traveling toward imprisonment and death, …
Giving and Receiving
Sermonette by Ted E. BowlingBoth giving and gracefully receiving are equally essential for personal and spiritual growth. Receiving fostering humility and strengthens relationships.
The Cheerful Giver
Sermonette by Ryan McClureWhen people ask for a handout, we may feel reluctant to help out. But when someone helps us when we are in need need, the value of charity becomes apparent.
Sowing and Reaping (2003)
Sermonette by John W. RitenbaughFear of any kind is never an excuse to break any of God's laws. God wants us to learn the principle of reciprocity- that what we sow we will also reap.
Eternal Paradoxes
Sermonette byWe must learn to be content to be weak and powerless, realizing that, when we are poor in spirit, we receive power from God's Holy Spirit.
Do Unto Others and Reap What We Sow
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Reaping good fruit does not happen immediately. If we feel we are not reaping, we must consider that we might be reaping some negative things we have sown.
Money Is Power
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughIf we are untrustworthy with a paltry sum of money, we will be untrustworthy with the vast resources of God's creative power.