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Is Alcoholics Anonymous Godly?
'Personal' from John W. RitenbaughIs Alcoholics Anonymous a godly organization? Does it use the methods God uses? Where should Christians go who have problems with alcohol?
Is It a Sin to Drink Alcoholic Beverages?
'Ready Answer' by StaffSome scriptures seem to teach total abstinence from alcohol. However, many other passages show otherwise. Here is how the unbroken word of God fits together.
Addiction and Self-Control
CGG Weekly by Richard T. RitenbaughGod does not view addictions as 'diseases' or 'genetic predisposition,' which absolve the individual of responsibility. Addictions are the result of sinful choices.
What Spirit Are You Drinking?
Sermonette by Ronny H. GrahamDuring the pagan holiday season, the world becomes intoxicated, both deadening its senses physically and spiritually to God's purpose and master plan.
Are You Happy? (Part One)
CGG Weekly by Ronny H. Grahamonly one in three Americans reports being very happy. American unhappiness has increased over the past decade as American life deteriorates.
Gluttony: Sin of Lust and Greed (Part One)
Article by Martin G. CollinsAmerica has grown fat, and the sin of gluttony plays a part in it. Obesity is dangerous physically, but it also has a spiritual side.
The Essence of Self-Control
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsA lack of self-control, as well as the cultivation of self-indulgent perversions, will characterize large segments of our society living at the end times.
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The Formula for Overcoming
Article by David F. MaasWe have no reason to be intimidated or depressed by lofty goals. An easy, proven formula for getting rid of sin and growing in God's character exists.
Eating: How Good It Is! (Part Six)
'Personal' from John W. RitenbaughIn the West, both food and information are readily available. We need self-control and a dedication to truth in order to live a godly life.
How Normal Is Deviance?
CGG Weekly by Charles WhitakerTo be deviant is to be abnormal. But that is not deterring the gay community from its logic-defying campaign to convince us that deviant behavior is normal.
True Self-Control
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughSelf-control is the ability to focus our attention so that our decisions will not be directed by wrong thoughts. If we change our thoughts, we change our behavior.
Maintaining Good Health (Part 11)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughHuman nature takes chances, assuming the day of reckoning will come later, not sooner. We cannot ignore truth or God's laws without paying a horrific price.
Battling the Tempter
Sermonette by Ted E. BowlingWe all have different life experiences and temptation thresholds. Satan knows how to package sin and temptation to correspond with our greatest weaknesses.
Spiritual Minefields
Sermon by John O. ReidTo navigate safely through Satan's minefield, we must ask for God's protection, maintaining humility, watchfulness, and diligence in our task of overcoming.
Are We Happy?
Sermonette by Ronny H. GrahamThe inalienable right to the pursuit of happiness can only be realized when we live in gratitude for Our Creator's purpose for us.
The Fifth Commandment (1997)
'Personal' from John W. RitenbaughThe fifth commandment begins the section of six commands regarding our relationships with other people. Children should learn proper respect in the family.
Paul's Letter to Titus (Part 2)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsThe last two chapters of Titus emphasize the importance of sound doctrine to neutralize the negative worldly aspects of culture and the attending heresies.