Playlist: God Prevails (topic)
The Providence of God (Part Four)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughGod's providence reveals His foresight and provision, ensuring that He supplies all needs for His children, whether through material blessings, circumstances, or events. He provides within His purpose, always sufficiently, as He commands and arranges life for His elect. The name Israel, given to Jacob, signifies that God …
The Providence of God (Part Six)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe life of Jacob reveals a profound truth: God prevails, as the name Israel signifies. Jacob, known for supplanting others, could not override God's will for him, a lesson he learned through a wrestling match with God. Despite his physical strength and many gifts, Jacob was often driven by fear rather than faith, struggling to …
The Providence of God (Part Three)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughGod prevails as the accurate meaning of the name Israel conferred on Jacob following his wrestling encounter. Jacob had spent his life contending through deception and manipulation to secure advantages, yet the match demonstrated that no human effort overcomes divine will. The name change from Jacob, meaning supplanter, to …
The Providence of God (Part Five)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe name Israel, meaning "God prevails" or "God rules," was given to Jacob immediately after his wrestling match with God, and this event stands as the pivotal moment when his contentious, manipulating will was finally broken. Throughout his life Jacob had relied on deceit and self-effort to secure blessings for himself, …