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Building on Christ's Foundation
Sermonette by Martin G. CollinsGod instructed Solomon that the building of the Temple required not only physical effort but also righteousness, emphasizing that obedience to His commandments was essential for His presence to dwell among the children of Israel. The Temple, constructed with meticulous care and adorned with vast amounts of gold, reflected immense wealth and dedication, yet its endurance depended on the spiritual foundation of righteousness. In a broader sense, the foundation of our lives and God's church must be built upon Jesus Christ, the Chief Cornerstone. As God's temple, we are called to build upon this foundation with works that reflect His righteousness, for only what is built on Christ will endure when tested. Without this foundation, even the greatest efforts and riches, like those of Solomon's Temple, are in vain. If we submit to God, He will establish our foundation on Jesus Christ, creating an everlasting structure of righteousness that cannot be destroyed.
The Solid Foundation of God
Sermonette by Richard T. RitenbaughWe don't all build on the foundation in the same manner, but God will test the quality of work for each of us in order to see if our edifice will stand.
The Foundation of the World
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughJesus Christ is the only secure Foundation upon which we can build to weather storms. The Church of God is built upon Christ, the Prophets, and the apostles.
Four Warnings (Part Four): Founded on the Rock
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughMixing the solid foundation of Christ's teachings with the sand of worldly philosophies and traditions ends in calamity. We must build on the Rock.
Foundations
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John O. ReidThe pillars of the Parthenon were fitted together in sections. It is impossible for these pillars to stand without a solid foundation.
Foundations of Sand
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughWe all have a measure of sand in our foundations, symbolic of the world's evil standards, prioritizing badly, becoming neglectful, and letting things slip.
Samson and the Christian (Part 6)
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughIn his final act as judge of Israel, Samson toppled the pillars, killing more Philistines with his death than he had in his entire lifetime.
Our Way Forward
CGG Weekly by Richard T. RitenbaughAs God's instruction manual, the Bible contains the answers and guidance we need in times of trouble. Scripture reflects His mind more than any other resource.
The Spirit and the Way
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughWe are being judged by our works, based upon what we know and what we are doing with this knowledge. The more we know, the more God expects from us.
Sow for Yourself
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John O. ReidA harvest depicts the reward of diligent management of time and resources. We have to be careful what we sow, proving our faith by concrete deeds.
Too Good to Ignore
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughWhen we become skillful, doing things that perhaps no one else has done, we acquire passion, creativity, control over output, and fulfillment.
Seeing is Submitting
Sermon by Bill OnisickAll of us have received the biblical mandate to submit, even when the authority is flawed, emulating Jesus Christ.
Sandcastle Virtues
Sermon by Mike FordModern Israel still worships Astarte, now known as "mother earth," and crusades on behalf of fornication and all forms of sexual perversion.
Facing Times of Stress: Grieved by Various Trials
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsFaith from God will be required to endure and profit from trials, bringing about character and genuineness of faith, as well as patience and trust in God.
Character Matters
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughUnlike America's presidents, in God's kingdom only those who have God's approval, those who have developed iron-clad character, will be qualified to rule.