Playlist: Sin as Burden (topic)
The Burden of Sin
Sermon by Charles WhitakerSin is a heavy burden, akin to a chain that weighs us down, hobbling and restraining us. It is a part of our nature, something we cannot shed by ourselves. The people of this world live with it and die from it, unable to do anything about it through their own efforts. Many become callous to it or deny its existence, yet it …
Choosing Our Yoke
Sermon by Bill OnisickSin as a burden emerges as a heavy yoke that overwhelms those who yield to it, producing the fruit of the flesh and separating them from God's intended freedom. David describes this weight in Psalms 38 and 40, where his iniquities rise over his head like an unbearable load, bowing him down, troubling his heart, and draining his …
The Doctrine of Israel (Part Fourteen): Israel Redeemed
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughGod employs a winnowing process in selecting those who will enter the Millennium. The process includes punishment for Israel's failure to serve as priests.
The Doctrine of Israel (Part Thirteen): Jacob's Trouble
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughDuring Jacob's Trouble, a confederacy of gentile peoples (particularly the offspring of Ishmael and Esau) will destroy the nations of modern-day Israel.
Atonement: Physical and Spiritual Cleansing
Sermonette by Ryan McClurePhysical fasting provides insights to a parallel spiritual process of cleansing and removal of sin. Our High Priest commands us to let go to lighten our burden.
Take Heed to Yourselves
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughJesus Christ tells us to take heed about our vulnerability to evil influences. We have a short window of time to repent and get our lives turned around.