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Is God in All Our Thoughts?
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughIn this rapid-paced world, the demands and distractions often crowd out God from our minds. Despite knowing that He should be our first priority, the hustle of life—work, commuting, daily routines, and information overload—leaves little time for prayer, study, and meditation on His way of life. Even on the Sabbath, the rush can persist, diminishing the space for God in our thoughts. The question arises: Is God truly in all our thoughts? Are we allowing the world to displace Him, and do our lives reflect godliness as evidence of His presence in our minds? The principle is clear: when God is not in our thoughts, sin often follows. If we genuinely consider Him—not just intellectually, but with care for what He desires of us and a willingness to act accordingly—we would refrain from sin. Pride, however, can elevate itself above God, leading us to live as if He does not notice or judge our actions. Such a mindset, even among those who profess to know Him, reveals a life lived as though He does not exist, denying His sovereignty and judgment. Our thoughts shape who we are, forming the battleground where we fight against carnal fortifications that resist God's way. As Christians, our task is to destroy these barriers—false reasonings and prideful priorities that exalt themselves against Him—and bring every thought into captivity to the mind of Christ. This struggle within our minds determines our character, speech, and actions, reflecting either godliness or profanity. Ultimately, God sees through outward appearances; what we sow in thought, we reap in life. As we examine ourselves, we must ask: Is God in all our thoughts, guiding us toward the image of Christ?
Facing Times of Stress: Always in God's Presence
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsWe can maintain spiritual contact using David's tactic of continually maintaining the Lord before him in his thoughts, prayers, and meditations.
Maintaining Good Health (Part 10)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughEven though we are already damaged goods when God calls us, by embracing God's truth and seeking His help, we can break the bad habits which enslave us.
A Time For Thanksgiving (2009)
Commentary by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Paul heard continuous bad news, but he learned to control himself, controlling his anxiety by thinking positively and wholesomely.
Remember
Commentary by Richard T. RitenbaughLooking back to past events is profitable. Some things people choose to remember are trifling, but the things God commands us to remember are always important.
The W's and H's of Meditation (Conclusion)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by David F. MaasBecause we will ultimately turn into what we assimilate, we must take back the hijacked tool of meditation to drive out carnal thoughts.
The Tenth Commandment
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Coveting begins as a desire. Human nature cannot be satisfied, nothing physical can satisfy covetousness, and joy does not derive from materialism.