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There Was No King in Israel
Sermon by Mark SchindlerIn the days of Israel, as recorded in Judges 21:25, there was no king, and every man did what was right in his own eyes, leading to depravity and a loss of peace. The people failed to remember and honor the true King, God, who was always present, by not obeying His word, thus straying far from the rest and refreshment He intended for them. In contrast, the appearance of Melchizedek, the king of Salem, in Genesis 14, reveals the preincarnate Son of God as the King of Peace, who refreshed Abram with bread and wine, sharing a meal and blessing him with the assurance of God's protection and reward. This King of Peace, who is Jesus Christ, continues to offer courage and unity, as seen in His promise to Abram in Genesis 15:1, declaring Himself as shield and exceedingly great reward. The Passover meal commemorates this unity and peace with the Father, the Son, and one another, as we share in the bread and wine with the King of Peace, who completed His work to bring us to His table in perfect harmony.
Themes of Ruth (Part Three): Redemption
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughJesus redeemed us with His shed blood from the penalty of our sins, but He also works as our High Priest, continually redeeming us until we are resurrected.
Boaz and Pentecost
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe name of Boaz (a type of Christ) appears many times more than Ruth (a type of the church), indicating Christ's intense work on behalf of the church.
Themes of Ruth (Part One): Naomi
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughNaomi's attractive personality, selflessness, godly conviction and common sense characterize her relationship with her Gentile daughters-in-law.
Self-Government (Part Two)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)If we govern ourselves, God will take care of us. Government of any kind will not work unless people govern their own nature. Self-control enables us to show love.
Is America a Christian Nation? Summary (Part One)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The founders made no covenant between the People of the United States and God. American citizenry never practiced true Christianity.
Psalms 90-100
Sermon/Bible Study by Richard T. RitenbaughPsalms 90-100 are prophetic, having a definite time progression, especially referencing the time frame between the Feast of Trumpets to the Last Great Day.
The Purpose of Offerings
Sermonette by Richard T. RitenbaughThe Pastor General of a well-known church made a statement that turned the giving of offerings into a competition and a rich man's game. Is this God's intent?