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The Names of God
'Ready Answer' by Martin G. CollinsThe name YHWH-Jireh, meaning "LORD Will Provide," is one of the many Hebrew names used in Scripture to describe a specific aspect of God's character. It reflects His nature as the One who ensures provision for His people, emphasizing His care and sovereignty. Among the various names that reveal His attributes, YHWH-Jireh stands as a testament to His faithfulness in meeting needs, inspiring reverence and trust in His divine provision. Fearing and honoring His name, as represented by YHWH-Jireh, is essential to worshiping Him appropriately, focusing on the reality of who He is rather than mere pronunciation.
The Third Commandment
'Personal' from John W. RitenbaughGod's name, Yhovah yireh (H3070), meaning "The Lord will provide," reveals a specific aspect of His nature and character. This name emphasizes His provision and care for His people, showcasing His ability to meet their needs. As with all of God's names, Yhovah yireh is a signpost of His attributes, reminding us of what we can expect Him to do and what He requires in response. It is a call to trust in His sufficiency and to honor the weight of His name through our conduct. The third commandment underscores the importance of using such names in truth and purity, ensuring that our lives reflect the glory and authority embedded in Yhovah yireh.
The Third Commandment (1997)
'Personal' from John W. RitenbaughOne of God's significant names is Yhovah Yireh, which reveals His nature as a provider. This name, combined with YHWH, the self-existent One, highlights His covenant relationship with us and His role in meeting our needs. As seen in Psalm 23, though the name Yhovah Yireh does not explicitly appear, the implication of God's providence is evident in verse 1, where He guides and provides for His people. This name serves as a reminder of what we can expect Him to do, emphasizing His willingness to supply and sustain us as we live by faith. God's names, including Yhovah Yireh, are signposts of His character and attributes, directing us to seek Him in areas where He has shown His power and care.
The Commandments (Part Four)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughThe prohibition against taking God's name in vain is the least understood commandment. When we bear God's name, we are to bear His character and nature.
Holiness (Part 1)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughTo appropriate the name of God means to represent His attributes, character and nature. Our behavior must imitate Christ just as Christ revealed God the Father.
The Third Commandment: Idolatry
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughIn the the Third Commandment, God's name describes His character, attributes, and nature. If we bear God's name, we must reflect His image and His character.
Teach Us To Pray! (Part One)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsA righteous life needs frequent times of prayer or communication with God. In one sense, Jesus Christ's life was one continuous prayer.
Abraham's Sacrifice (Part Four): Providence Manifested
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe story of Abraham's sacrifice of Isaac encourages God's people that they need never doubt God commitment and ability to give them everything they need.
The Angel of God
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe Angel of the Lord is the pre-incarnate Christ, who appears at critical moments in history to deliberately move events toward their fulfillment.
Abraham's Sacrifice (Part Five): Promises Confirmed
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughSome critical scholars, unable to distinguish between conditional and unconditional promises, mistakenly jump to the conclusion that God cannot be trusted.
Passover and Hope
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe Passover is a beacon of hope in an otherwise hopeless milieu. Jesus provided hope at His last Passover, exuding confidence despite what lay ahead.
Living By the Sword
'Ready Answer' by David C. GrabbeMany Christians today believe that killing in self-defense is sanctioned by the Bible. This is a terrible misunderstanding of Christ's teaching.
Mercy, Pilgrimage, and Providence
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughOur experience in overcoming and developing character will be fraught with difficulties, but God will provide the power to get through all the anguish.
God Our Provider
Article by Charles WhitakerGod's providence in building the Tabernacle of Meeting serves as an encouraging example for modern Christians collaborating with God to build His church.
The Handwriting Is On the Wall (Part One) (2007)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe scattering of the church was God-ordained, providing a test for godliness. The isolating demonstrated by some groups is an abomination and an affront.
The Third Day (Part Two)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughAs a biblical motif, the third day indicates a colossal turn-around from hopelessness to victory. The third day revival motif recurs throughout Scripture.
Eden, The Garden, and the Two Trees (Part Two)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe real cradle of civilization is not Mesopotamia, but Jerusalem, where God started His physical creation and where He will bring it to spiritual fruition.
From Start to Finish (Part Two)
'Ready Answer' by Charles WhitakerThe connotations and denotations of the intriguing Greek word, 'katartizo', and its significance to a Christian's walk with God.
The Holy Spirit and the Trinity (Part Six)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughWe receive more of God's Spirit as we respond to His calling, drawing near to His presence and reversing Adam and Eve's fatal errors.