Playlist: Head, Shaved (topic)
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Hair Care?
Sermonette by Ronny H. GrahamExperimentation with hair has always been associated with rebellion. Absalom's rebellion seemed to be inextricably tied to his vanity over his long hair.
Knowing God: Formality and Customs (Part Three)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughIn seeking God's perspective on all matters, including personal appearance, His standards reflect both internal heart conditions and external expressions. Concerning the shaving of the head, Ezekiel 44:20 instructs priests, stating, "Neither shall they shave their heads, nor suffer their locks to grow long; they shall only poll …
Protecting the Vulnerable
Sermonette by Ted E. BowlingDeuteronomy 21:10-14 gives instructions for the treatment of female prisoners-of-war. This passage demonstrates God's protection of the most vulnerable.