Playlist: God's House (topic)
Israel's Missing Characteristics of God
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Faithfulness is living continually by faith, acting even though doing so may cost us. Love is not primarily a feeling, but faithfulness in applying God's Word.
The Sons of Korah: Door Keepers
Sermon by Ted E. BowlingPsalm 84 celebrates a profound truth: Nearness to God surpasses all earthly privilege, so much so that even the supposedly lowly role of a temple gatekeeper becomes a position of highest honor. Set against the broader biblical narrative—from Adam's original charge to "guard" Eden, through the guarded holiness of …
Born Again (Part 2)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Things pertaining to the New Covenant can only be understood by those who have been circumcised in the heart, which equates to having been born again.
Flourishing
Sermonette by Ronny H. GrahamPsalm 92 teaches that we can compare the unique characteristics of the palm and cedar trees to righteous members of God's church.
Be Strong and Work
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by David C. GrabbeWhile the returned Judean exiles prioritized their own houses over building the temple, we should understand that it is always time to work on God's house.
Be Prepared
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)God has given us clear records of what has occurred in the pass, enabling us to bind time, profiting from the past and preparing for the future.
Conviction and Moses
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughOur conviction reveals itself in living by faith. Moses is a stunning example of how a convicted Christian should live — with loyalty and faithfulness to God.
Speaking With Boldness
Sermonette by Christian D. HunterWhen we speak and perform an action for God and His glory, we are to perform it with boldness studying the examples in scripture of his called-out ones and praying for their courage. We examine in Acts 4 "the servants" being filled with the Holy Spirit and gaining the ability to speak with boldness and become verbal …
Psalm Genres (Part Five): Psalms of Praise
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughIn the context of praising God, the concept of God's house emerges as a sacred space where worship and thanksgiving are offered. Psalm 100:4 calls believers to "Enter into His gates with thanksgiving, and into His courts with praise. Be thankful to Him, and bless His name." This imagery portrays God's house as a place of …
Psalm 51 (Part One): Background
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughDavid's power and assumption of immunity led to arrogance, complacency, and a total disregard for God's commands, bringing an unpleasant visit from Nathan.