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Hebrews (Part Six): God's Salvation Communication
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)God personally communicated with Adam, Eve, Abraham, Moses, the prophets, and to us through His Son. With the Scriptures, God teaches His faithful today.
Micah (Part Three): Who Is a God Like You?
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsMicah 5 describes legal proceedings against the people who have rejected God, promising a harsh retribution but future restoration for a physical remnant.
Why Are We Here and What Is Our Focus?
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Mark SchindlerGod has a plan to bring all to Christ, but each in his own order. We cannot have a proper understanding of the plan if we do not keep Christ as the focus.
Assurance That We Know Him!
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsIf we know God, we no longer have the feeling that God is against us; we have no dread of God, but instead have awe and respect; we know that God loves us.
Here I Am!
Sermonette by James C. StoertzThe Hebrew hinneh and the Greek idou translated "Here I am," is a declaration of humble readiness to serve. In a noisy world where self-interest and delay dominate, this marvelous phrase cuts through the clutter expressing obedience, trust, and selfless availability—even mirroring Almighty God's own name, "I AM." Moses made this declaration at the burning bush, Samuel made this declaration as a boy, as did Father Abraham, Joseph, and Jesus Christ. Each of these biblical luminaries, declaring "Here I am," stepped boldly into their divine purpose, contrasting with Father Adam's pathetic failure to respond in the Garden, demonstrating the devastating cost of hesitation. When we say "Here I am" today, we show our willingness to serve without knowing all the details, whether to Almighty God, our families, or to our neighbors. Declaring "Here I am" demonstrates our spiritual maturity, servanthood, and solemn covenant-like commitment as we proclaim, " I'm available, use me." When we respond to this call to action, we cultivate our hearts like fertile soil (Parable of the Sower) ready to receive godly seed enabling us to bear fruit, pushing us past convenience, self-interest, and hesitation, enabling us to step up in faith, realizing that Almighty God will equip us to fulfill whatever task He assigns.
Manoah, Father of Samson
Sermonette by Mike FordMany Biblical scholars teach that Manoah was dimwitted, lazy, jealous, and faithless. But a close reading of the Scriptures proves just the opposite.
Back to Life (Part Four)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsGod's love does not shield us from sickness, pain, sorrow, or death. There are several scriptural contexts in which Jesus shed tears and expressed grief.
Checklist for Overcoming
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughRomans 12-16 provide a checklist for overcoming and promoting positive relationships, developing tender affection. We are mutually dependent upon one another.
Prayer and Persistence
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughPersistence in prayer does not mean an incessant pestering God into action. God always looks at our petitions from the vantage-point of His purpose.
Abraham (Part Eleven)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughIf we hold fast to principles, though it may seem initially uncomfortable and fearful, we will eventually receive respect and even admiration.
Abraham (Part Seven)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughAbraham's experiences teach us not to try to force God's will. When any sin or self-will is involved, the fruits of such an endeavor will be bitter.