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Day of Deception
Commentary by Richard T. RitenbaughWhen Jesus addressed the end of the age, His first and most urgent warning was against deception. He cautioned, Be careful that no one deceives you, emphasizing the danger of religious deception with many coming in His name, claiming to be the Christ, and deceiving many. He reiterated this warning by speaking of false prophets and false messiahs who will deceive many, urging His followers not to believe them. Jesus saw a flood of falsehood, a miasma of misinformation, and a layer of lies coating everything in the end time, presenting untruth as truth and twisting reality. His foremost concern was that His people, amidst this overwhelming deception, must guard their minds against a concerted effort by satan the devil to lead them astray. This danger extends beyond religion, permeating every aspect of life, making it a gargantuan task for Christians to discern what is true, right, and good in an age of unprecedented misinformation and outright lying.
The Sin of Self-Deception
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughIn our relationship with God, we must emphasize principle over pragmatism. If we are led into deception, it is because our carnal nature wanted it that way.
Warning in the Wind
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughGod can use lethal storms to execute judgment on sinful people. Elihu informed Job that God has sovereign control of the weather, for blessing or cursing.
Will Deceive Many (Part One)
'Prophecy Watch' by Pat HigginsJesus Christ wants His people to look for and recognize the signs of the times, including rampant deception in the world and, sadly, even in the church.
Being Deceived
Sermon by Clyde FinkleaChrist warned that many would be deceived, though no one ever admits to being deceived. The Bible warns of deceptions from within and without the church.
Being Alert to Our Enemy
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Like the cycles of the seasons, the events of prophecy follow natural progressions. God has given ample warnings to His prophets to prepare His people.
The Talking Blood (Part One)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Christ admonishes His people to prepare for difficult times by cultivating a close relationship with their Savior. Apart from Christ, we can do nothing.