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Jesus the Door
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughDoors represent a significant biblical symbol mentioned 273 times in Scripture. Jesus Christ refers to Himself as the Door of the sheep in John 10. This symbol illustrates several purposes in relation to His followers. A door provides access to important places including access to God the Father and salvation through Jesus Christ. A door provides protection from threats such as false ministers and spiritual adversaries. A door serves as a separator distinguishing the flock of God from the world. When open a door signifies fellowship with God Jesus Christ and other believers. A door allows movement in and out symbolizing the daily walk with the Shepherd leading to an abundant life.
Doors
Sermonette by Joseph B. BaityDoors serve practical purposes, offering privacy, security, and comfort by keeping out unwanted elements or people while also carrying symbolic weight.
Don't Go Out of the House!
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe term house can mean structure, family, kingdom, or church of God. The instruction to us personally is to not leave the church or fellowship of faith.
Go Not Out of the House
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughFor Passover, Israel was commanded not to go out of their houses. This is also a warning to Christians when we understand the implications of the word 'house'.
Don't Leave the House!
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughAs part of Christ's body or household, we have a responsibility to stay attached to the spiritual organism and to respond to the head.
The Seven Churches (Part Eight): Philadelphia
Bible Study by Richard T. RitenbaughThe Philadelphia church is often considered the best of the seven churches of Revelation 2 and 3. Is it? Does it have faults? Is our judgment biased?