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Parable of the Light
Bible Study by Martin G. CollinsOne of Jesus' most remembered sayings concerns the Parable of the Light. The Bible Study explains how we can let our light shine both in the world and at home.
The Lord is My Light and Salvation
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Martin G. CollinsOf all the benefits that we have received from God, there are are few more remarkable than the possession of light and the ability to use it.
Everlasting Light
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Martin G. CollinsGod's Spirit illumines the truth to the core of our beings. We must exemplify light in our testimony and behavior, anticipating our future glory of the New Jerusalem.
Filling Our Vessels with Pure Oil
Sermonette by Bill OnisickA good spiritual lamp, fueled by God's pure oil, will shine brightly, uniting heart, emotion, and will keep the letter and spirit of the law simultaneously.
The Two Witnesses (Part Five)
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe olive trees in Zechariah 4:11 refer to the Two Witnesses who pour oil (spiritual instruction) into a golden bowl, supplying the churches with nourishment.
Purpose-Driven Churches (Part 1)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughDespite the growing popularity of Purpose-Driven churches, national immorality is still increasing. The 'emerging church' grows numerically by suppressing truth.
The Two Witnesses (Part Four)
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe seven golden lamps symbolize 7 churches, empowered by abundant oil, manifested as spiritual words. Zerubbabel is a type of Christ, finishing the Temple.
John (Part Ten)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughWhen God removes an infirmity or gives a blessing, He also gives a responsibility to follow through, using the blessing to overcome and glorify God.
Give God Something to Bless
Sermonette by Hunter D. SwansonWe are not puppets whom God and Satan are fighting to take control over. We are fighting carnal nature and must always take action to give our hearts to God.
Ears to Hear
Sermonette by Ronny H. GrahamAs we hear instructions, we must apply those principles to our lives immediately. We are responsible for what we hear, and consequently, we must take heed.
Ecclesiastes Resumed (Part Ten)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Many of God's servants, including Elijah and Jeremiah, had their crises of faith, desiring to flee from their responsibilities and commitments.
Parables of Luke 15 (Part Two)
Bible Study by Martin G. CollinsIn the Parable of the Lost Coin, concern over something lost and the joy at recovering it is the fundamental issue, depicting God's diligence.
The Covenants, Grace, and Law (Part Two)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe doctrinal changes made by the leaders in the Worldwide Church of God worked to destroy the vision of God's purpose through obscuring the real reason for works.