Playlist: Grace as Favor (topic)
Living by Faith: God's Grace (Part Two)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Grace as favor originates in the Greek term *charis*, which denotes a charming quality that wins favor, a benevolent disposition granting unearned gifts to inferiors, and a power that influences recipients toward thankful response. This secular sense was adopted by the apostles to describe God's unmerited divine assistance, …
The Manifold Grace of God
Sermon/Bible Study byGod's calling us is just our initial taste of His grace. Grace is unmerited, but it is not unconditional. We have an obligation to respond to God.
Faith and the Christian Fight (Part Ten)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughLike with the heroes of faith, our testing will be commensurate with the job God has prepared for us. We must make our relationship with God our top priority.
Philippians (Part One)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughPaul expresses joy and camaraderie more with the congregation at Philippi than any other, appreciating their selflessness, generosity, and sacrifice.