Playlist: Affection, Lacking (topic)
Without Natural Affection
Sermonette by Richard T. RitenbaughIn these perilous times, as foretold, society exhibits a profound lack of affection, described as being without natural affection or family love. This absence of human connection manifests in the breakdown of familial bonds, where the natural love between family members is eroded. Historical accounts from the Roman Empire reveal …
Handwriting on the Wall: Without Natural Affection
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughIn these perilous times, as described in II Timothy 3:1-5, society is marked by a profound lack of affection, termed as "unloving" or "without natural affection" in various translations. This concept, rooted in the Greek word "astorgos," signifies a heartless absence of family love, a callousness that has been building in our …
Childrearing (Part One)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughIn the prophecy of perilous conditions during the last days, the apostle Paul lists without natural affection as one of several attitudes that arise within families. This condition, rendered in the original language as astorge , refers to the absence of the instinctive attachment that normally exists between parents and children …
Biblical Loves
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughLacking affection appears in the material through the negative form of storge, rendered as astorge. This term denotes the absence of natural family affection or the warm, familiar bond that normally exists among parents, children, and siblings. Paul lists astorge among the traits of a debased mind in Romans 1:28-31, where people …
Never Allow Your Love to Wax Cold
Sermon by Clyde FinkleaDestruction comes from a gradual withdrawal from intimacy with God rather than outright rejection. We must be vigilant against spiritual complacency.
The Heart's Self-Absorption
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughII Timothy 3:1-5 contains 19 characteristics of carnality. The common denominator is self-absorption and pride, placing the self above others.
Joseph: A Saga of Excellence (Part One)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughJacob's son Joseph receives the least criticism and the most praise, a sterling record of character and human accomplishment surpassed only by Jesus Christ.
Childrearing (Part Four)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughChildren do not initiate love but reflect it. If a child does not receive a convincing demonstration of this love, he will not become a conductor of love.