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Jesus Christ's Ascension
Sermon by David C. GrabbeJesus Christ is presented as the Messenger, the Heir of all things, the Creator, and the Sustainer. His enthronement as Heir of all things gives Him a position far above everyone else except the Father. In His position at the Father's right hand, ruling with Him and being Heir of all things, Christ is far above everything in the spirit realm. This passage also brings into the inheritance that became His when He ascended and sat down. This is tied to the hope of the calling as well as the overwhelming power that is now working. The same power that resurrected Christ and later told Him to sit at His right hand is working. He has bestowed the full measure of authority to the Son to be Head of the church. Because Jesus was seated at the right hand of God, all the angels and authorities and powers are subject to Him. Something changed with His ascension that elevated Him even higher than before His incarnation. In a vision the Son of Man ascended and was brought before the Father, resulting in the Father giving Him dominion and glory and a kingdom. A scene shows the Lamb's worthiness to redeem all things and inherit the whole creation. This vision is a magnification of what happened when the Son of Man ascended and was brought before the Father. The opening of the seals represents steps in the process of His enemies being made His footstool. Christ's ascension was a harbinger of great things to come. God's plan took a tremendous step forward on the 40th day, when Jesus was brought to the Ancient of Days, where He has been waiting, as a Priest on His throne, while sitting at the right hand of God.
Hebrews (Part Four): Who Was Jesus?
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Jesus Christ, as revealed in Hebrews, stands as the Heir of all things, a position of unparalleled honor and assurance. Appointed directly by the Father, He holds the dignity and dominion that guarantees the continuation of divine administration. This title of Heir conveys certainty that all matters important to the Father will be faithfully continued by the Son, ensuring that everything remains in good hands. As the Creator of all things, He not only brought the universe into existence but also sustains it, demonstrating His deep commitment to care for what He has made, including humanity. His role as Heir and Creator underscores His unmatched qualifications and faithful stewardship over all creation.
Hebrews (Part Five): Who Was Jesus?
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Jesus Christ, as the centerpiece of the epistle to the Hebrews, holds a position of unparalleled importance in the entire creation. He is appointed Heir of all things, a title of highest ranking and significance, assuring ownership, dignity, and dominion. This designation conveys a profound assurance that what matters to the Father will be continued by the Son, affirming that the church is in good hands. As Heir, His role provides a logical conclusion of trust in His ability to lead and save, emphasizing His qualifications as High Priest. His inheritance encompasses all things, reflecting His supreme authority and the continuity of divine administration, ensuring that the Father's purpose endures through Him.
All in All (Part 1)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The end of the sanctification process is when Christ will have defeated all enemies and put all things under His feet. Then, God the Father will be all in all.
Hebrews (Part Seven): Greater than Angels
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The book of Hebrews systematically proves Christ's superiority to patriarchs, prophets, the Levitical Priesthood, and angels, establishing His credentials.
Hebrews (Part Twelve): Chapter 2, A Mind-Bending Purpose (Part One)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)To counteract complacency, Hebrews warns against neglecting God's invitation of salvation, which He does not guarantee until sanctification has run its course.
Hebrews (Part Eleven): A Simple Recap
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Most of the attrition from the truth stems from losing interest. Drifting away is rarely intentional, but the result of choosing to live carnally.
The Pattern of Creation
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Mike FordGod has a pattern that we can use for planet formation, a skill He will teach us after we assume a glorified spirit body following our resurrection.
New Heavens and New Earth
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughFollowing Jacob's Trouble, God will regather a remnant of the outcasts, breaking their yokes and bringing them to repentance and rest in the Promised Land.
Angelic Responsibilities
Sermon/Bible Study by Martin G. CollinsAngels were endowed with the capacity to think, reason, and form attitudes. Their function was and is to be God's messengers and ministers to His creation.