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All About Edom (Part Four): Obadiah and Edom's Sin
'Prophecy Watch' by Richard T. RitenbaughBecause of the long conflict between Israel and Edom, one might think that Obadiah would gladly predict the Edomites' downfall, yet he laments Edom's horrible end.
All About Edom (Part Five): Obadiah and God's Judgment
'Prophecy Watch' by Richard T. RitenbaughThe latter half of the prophecy of Obadiah provides clues to the timing and extent of Edom's prophesied demise for its hatred of the people of Israel.
All About Edom (Part Three): Obadiah
'Prophecy Watch' by Richard T. RitenbaughThe Bible's most comprehensive prophecy about Edom appears in Obadiah. This "minor" prophet foretells the future for the descendants of Esau.
All About Edom (Part Two)
'Prophecy Watch' by Richard T. RitenbaughEsau was prophesied to be the father of a nation, Edom, and the Bible gives us plenty of clues about the character of his descendants.
All About Edom (Part One)
'Prophecy Watch' by Richard T. RitenbaughThe twin sons of Isaac, Esau and Jacob, are a classic model of sibling rivalry, and their contentious relationship has had a tremendous impact on history.
Concerning Edom
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe prophet Obadiah sorrowfully dramatizes God's judgment upon Edom (Esau) for his hatred, haughtiness, and pride, and how and why Edom will be annihilated.

The Prophecies of Balaam (Part Two)
'Prophecy Watch' by Richard T. RitenbaughBalaam, a Mesopotamian soothsayer, has four oracles in God's Word. Despite coming from an enemy of God's people, these oracles are true and worth our study.
Esther (Part Three)
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughHaman was the treacherous offspring of King Agag, and Mordecai was the godly descendant of King Saul. Their pairing in Esther provides a sequel to I Samuel 15.
Love Thy Neighbor
Sermon by John O. ReidAs the Good Samaritan took pity on what normally would be his adversary, we are obligated to be sensitive to the needs of those around us, enemy and friend.
Clash of Cultures
'Prophecy Watch' by Richard T. RitenbaughEurope has seen millions of migrants, mostly Muslims, stream into their nations to the point that it has become a primary topic politically.
Amos (Part Two)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughThe book of Amos is addressed to the ones who have made the new covenant with God. Having made the covenant, we must remember that privilege brings peril.
Malachi's Appeal to Backsliders (Part One)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsThe same attitudes in Malachi are prevalent today. The offenses mentioned are 1) arrogance, 2) mixed marriages, and 3) neglect of tithes.
Hebrews: Its Background (Part Ten)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughParts of God's law are not presently required, yet not 'done away." Paul took a vow that required animal sacrifice. Ezekiel 34-48 shows the sacrificial law observed.