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Judging
Sermonette by Richard T. RitenbaughLike Solomon, we should be asking God for a discerning and understanding heart, capable of judging righteously, which requires knowing God's standards.
Portrait of a King
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughGod's church is the world's largest preparatory royal academy. Deuteronomy 17 provides basic instructions for kings as God has intended.
Are You Ready For Kingship?
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughRevelation 5:10 promises believers genuine ruling authority, not figurehead status. Christ has prepared an office for each follower since His ascension (John 14:1-3). The Bible serves as the royal manual, with Deuteronomy 17:14-20 offering five lessons for future kings. First, kings must be God-chosen spiritual Israelites who prevail; overcomers share Christ's inheritance. Second, avoiding horses warns against trusting worldly power over God's spiritual victories. Third, limiting wives signifies avoiding alliances that distract from total devotion to God. Fourth, limiting wealth warns that materialism can divert hearts from divine provision. Fifth, kings must write and read the law, internalizing Scripture until it becomes instinctive. God writes His law on our hearts, equipping us to apply wisdom instantly, just as Christ did. Scripture thoroughly prepares believers for every good work, including righteous rulership. These principles—overcoming, trusting God, spiritual purity, prioritizing the Kingdom, and mastering God's Word—form the foundation for preparation. This training begins now, in the daily walk of a converted life, equipping us to reign on the earth.