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Power Belongs to God (Part 1)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughPower belongs to God, and it is not merely that He is powerful, but that all power is His possession to use or distribute as He sees fit. He is the unseen force directing events to the conclusions He wills, and these outcomes are certain. A firm conviction in God's ever-present power provides the right perspective to not only endure challenging times but to grow, overcome, and witness for Him in the best possible way. As the source of all power, He enables those who maintain a faithful relationship with Him, just as He empowered Paul to discipline himself and overcome in every circumstance through the strength flowing from Christ, the Mediator between God and humanity. David, in Psalm 59, expresses confidence in God's strength, recognizing it as sufficient to put down nations and protect him in dire situations, combining power with mercy to bolster his faith. In Psalm 62, David further instructs that God is the Supreme Power in all creation, describing Him as salvation, a Rock of stability, a Defender, a Refuge, and a source of glory. He emphasizes that power belongs to God, making Him the only One fully reliable in times of need, with the authority to decide outcomes and render to everyone according to their deeds. God's power encompasses not just brute force but also intellect, wisdom, understanding, vision, logic, energy, eloquence, authority, mercy, and countless other faculties, making Him superior to any other source of help. David urges turning to God first in trouble, recognizing that there is no help like His anywhere, as all power flows from Him and is given to whomsoever He wills. This power, combined with His justice and love, forms the foundation of trust in Him, ensuring that seeking Him above all others is the wisest course in any situation.
The Greatness of God's Power
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsPaul emphasized the power of God living in us through the Holy Spirit to enable us to develop into His family. Through God's power, we will triumph over death.
Power Belongs to God (Part 2)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughWe may be going through a period of hopelessness, but must believe that all things work together for those who believe and are called for His purpose.
Authority and Government
Sermon by John O. ReidToo many feel that they are above the law, but paradoxically, laws proliferate when corruption prevails. We must be subject to all law, God's and man's.
Made Alive by Exceeding Greatness!
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsGod granted humans a limited measure of power and dominion at creation, but not until the Day of Pentecost of 31 AD did their potential become fully operative.
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.
We Give Our Heads and Hearts
Sermon by Mark SchindlerGod's people (as ambassadors and pilgrims) must pledge their hearts, minds, and allegiance to the coming Kingdom of God, which will last forever.
Self-Government: Overcoming
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughWe dare not allow anybody to come between God's direct governance and ourselves. Even God's government will not work unless we voluntarily govern ourselves.
The Book of Daniel (Part Two)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsThe circumstances surrounding Nebuchadnezzar's dream set the stage for God's revelation of His power, plan, and prophetic intentions (through His servants).
Using God's Given Authority
Sermon by Mark SchindlerGod has gifted all His called-out ones, expecting them to use those gifts with the pillars of godly wisdom for the edification of the Body of Christ.
Going On to Perfection
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughEven though everything we need in this quest has been given to us, our spiritual growth depends on believing in the promises of receiving the divine nature.
Reflections on the COVID-19 Pandemic
Sermon by David C. GrabbeLessons learned from COVID, as well as possible reasons God allowed or caused the pandemic to sweep through the church and wreak havoc on Feast observance.
New Covenant Priesthood (Part Eight)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughPride leads to destruction, tricking us into thinking we deserve better than we have. Paradoxically, pride is a mark of inferiority, causing overcompensation.