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Forget Not All His Benefits
Sermonette by Clyde FinkleaAs long as the nation truly remembers God, He will prosper us. When we forget that foundational principle, He will break the pride of our power.
Handwriting on the Wall: Forgetfulness
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe name Manasseh, given by Joseph to his firstborn son, carries the meaning of forgetfulness, as defined in Genesis 41:51, where it signifies causing to forget or being the forgetter. This characteristic is attributed not only to Manasseh but also to his descendants, suggesting a deep-seated tendency among this people to be forgetful or to desire to leave the past behind. This trait holds both positive and negative implications. On one hand, like Joseph, the Manassites can move forward into the future unburdened by past regrets or grudges, eager to start anew with a clean slate. On the other hand, this forgetfulness can lead them to overlook the lessons of history, dooming them to repeat painful experiences. In their rush toward innovation and new ideas, they may ignore the wisdom of the past, the voice of experience, and traditional common sense, often paying a heavy price in money, integrity, or even blood and destruction, repeating these cycles continuously. This forgetfulness manifests profoundly in America, identified with Manasseh, as the nation struggles with a deepening oblivion that has intensified since the 1960s. Among the critical aspects forgotten are God and the eternal values of His Word, with fewer people reading the Bible or attending church, and a rising number embracing atheism, paganism, or secularism. Without the authority of Scripture and strong churches, there is no solid foundation or guide, leaving society swayed by fleeting beliefs and emotions, where anything goes. Additionally, Americans have forgotten their founding fathers and documents, dismissing them as outdated and harmful, seeking to cancel their legacy and the principles of the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. Lastly, the nation's history is disregarded, with many scorning the struggles of colonization, the Civil War's sacrifices, and America's unique generosity, viewing the country not as exceptional but as flawed or worse than others. This pervasive forgetfulness, while not inherently a sin, has become a great shortcoming, leading to intense iniquity and perversion, setting the nation on a path of decline and inevitable consequences as God warns that sin will find its due.
Lest We Forget (2011)
Commentary by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The modern Israelitish nations have difficulty remembering God, His providence, and His mercy. Ingratitude has been one of the worst traits of our culture.
Lest We Forget (2020)
Commentary by Mark SchindlerTo preserve their cultural identity, the Pilgrims established a colony based upon Christian self-government, making faith and dependence upon God the cornerstone.
A Time For Thanksgiving
Commentary by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Our annual Thanksgiving was derived from the harvest festivals, patterned after the Holy Days such as Pentecost and Tabernacles. We must not forget God.
Faith and Remembering
Sermonette by David C. GrabbeWe will not have faith tomorrow simply because we had it yesterday; we must renew faith daily by deliberately remembering God's prior interventions.
Out of Sight, Out of Mind
Sermonette by Hunter D. SwansonIn our daily walk through life, we may not see evidence of God's intervention if we become distracted by problems and frustrations.
Deuteronomy (Part 5) (1994)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughParadoxically, humble obedience and dependency upon God strengthens us, while prideful self-sufficiency weakens us.
Tabernacles and Unleavened Bread (2019)
Sermonette by David C. GrabbeBoth Tabernacles and Unleavened Bread keep us off balance so that we remain humble, seek stability, and trust in God's providence for our ultimate destiny.
New Covenant Priesthood (Part Three)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughWithout thanksgiving and praise, our prayers degenerate into the 'gimmes' with the emphasis on the self. We must give God thoughtful thanks in every circumstance.
The Fruit of Existentialism
Commentary by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Progressives, oozing with pride, have brainwashed young people into embracing evil, godless propaganda, embracing immorality and ethical relativism.
Proper Memorials and the Right Spirit
Sermon by Mark SchindlerCaleb and Joshua withstood the fearmongering tactics of the ten faithless spies by calling to mind the providence God had shown toward Israel.
The Handwriting is on the Wall (2008)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)We must allow God to change our lives. The blessings and cursing principle of Deuteronomy 28 remains unchanged, applying to all who have made the covenant.
No Longer Brain Dead
Sermon by Mark SchindlerAs God teaches us spiritual things, He expects us to act less like blockheads and more like adults, making the truth of God the bedrock of our lives.