Born Again or Begotten? (Part One)
'Personal' from John W. RitenbaughBeing born again signifies a new spiritual beginning at the beginning of our conversion. We are not yet complete, though; we must go on to perfection.
Leadership and Covenants (Part Sixteen)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe Abrahamic Covenant was made with one man, but it impacts all of mankind to the New Heaven and New Earth and beyond, involving billions of people.
Born Again or Begotten? (Part Three)
'Personal' from John W. RitenbaughThe concept of a spiritual birth has confused many. The Bible consistently compares Christians to already-born children or adults, not fetuses.
Joseph of Arimathea
Article by Mike Ford (1955-2021)Joseph of Arimathea has always been a shadowy figure among the well-known personages of the Bible. Here is clarity on this important disciple's life.
Born Again (Part 1)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughBaptism and being born again were already understood by the Jews, but the traditions had evidently blinded people to some additional spiritual nuances.
The Trial of Jesus
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe trial of Jesus Christ had at least 17 illegalities, including corrupt judges, bogus witnesses, switching charges, changing venues, and intimidation.
We Are Unique!
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughOur responsibility is to freely choose to follow the revelation God has given us, overcoming the baggage and resistance we have absorbed from the world.
God Works In Marvelous Ways (Part Four)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughGod's highest goal is not salvation, but sanctification into godly character, leading to membership in His family as co-rulers with Jesus Christ.
Built as a Witness
Sermon by Mark SchindlerMark Schindler, reflecting on Michael Phelps phenomenal success in the Olympics, draws four spiritual parallels for our spiritual goals: (1) Special gifts are the starting point of any accomplishment. As Michael Phelps was endowed with a unique athletic physique, Jesus Christ was endowed with unique spiritual prowess, having …
Born Again (Part 2)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThings pertaining to the New Covenant can only be understood by those who have been circumcised in the heart, which equates to having been born again.
Unleavened Bread and the Holy Spirit (Part Two)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughOur exodus from the bondage of sin begins and ends with God. He commanded Israel to mark their escape with unleavened bread because of what He did.
Wilderness Wandering (Part Two)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughJohn Ritenbaugh reminds us that if we do not know who we are and where we are going, we are destined to undergo continuous stress. If we yield to God's manipulation of our lives, we will handle stress constructively, developing a relationship with Him, bearing spiritual fruit. As our forebears followed the pillar of cloud and …