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Barely Breathing
Sermonette by Joseph B. BaityAs we sin, our capacity to receive God's Spirit is reduced. We must constantly battle sin to receive the greatest amount of His wonderful Spirit.
The Holy Spirit
Sermonette byGod's Holy Spirit typically refers to the mind of God and Christ, which is added to our human spirit to create a sound mind by which we witness of God.
Wind and God's Spirit
Sermon by Charles WhitakerGod controls the invisible wind—powerful or gentle—making it an ideal symbol for His Spirit. God's breathing life into Adam foreshadowed giving the Holy Spirit.
Defining the Human Mind
Sermon by Charles Whitaker (1944-2021)The Hebrews used metaphorical extensions such as the terms 'heart' and 'head' to refer to the repositories of the breath of life given to the human soul.
The Holy Spirit and the Trinity (Part One)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe architects of the trinity doctrine admit that it is a 'somewhat unsteady silhouette', requiring assumptions and inferences, but unsupportable by Scripture.
The Holy Spirit
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughTheologians, misapplying grammatical gender and personification, falsely deduce a phantom third person, propped up by a spurious insertion (I John 5:7-8).
Using Power Righteously (Part One)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)When we yield to God's Spirit, we receive the power to do the things God has prepared His firstfruits to accomplish, adding to the capabilities of the spirit in man.
Is Your Soul Immortal?
Sermon/Bible Study by Richard T. RitenbaughThe prevailing idea is that the soul is the indestructible part of a human being that lives on after death. The Bible reveals a different reality of life and death.
Using Power Righteously (Part Two)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)God has singled each one of us out individually, calling us, gifting us with capabilities, and preparing us for eternal life as members of His family.
Stewardship of God's Temple (Part Six)
Sermon by David F. MaasThere are striking and insightful parallels between the physical benefits of sunshine, fresh air, and cleanliness and the yet unseen spiritual dimensions.
Imagining the Garden of Eden (Part Ten)
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe statement, 'it is not good for man to be alone,' is the first declaration that something was not good. Being alone denotes separateness.
Tree of Righteousness
Sermonette by Christian D. HunterBreath is essential to human life on earth, as the air required for survival cannot be forgone for more than a few minutes. Breathing occurs automatically and often without notice, yet the earth itself was designed to supply the necessary oxygen, which comprises only about 21 percent of the atmosphere. While the majority of oxygen originates from marine sources, trees on land account for a vital share of the remainder and function as powerhouses that produce and filter the air. This provision of breathable oxygen underscores trees' foundational role in sustaining life, extending beyond mere survival to include food, shade, erosion control, temperature regulation, and materials for building. The prevalence of trees throughout Scripture, beginning in the opening chapters of Genesis, reveals their purposeful placement in creation, where they were given for food and observed for their characteristics. These observations informed divine instruction, with trees serving as metaphors for those who belong to the family of God. Just as breath depends on trees for its source, the righteous are compared to trees planted by rivers of water, drawing from divine instruction to produce fruit, remain unwithered, and prosper without fear or anxiety even in drought. This imagery highlights trust and hope developed through sustained reliance on the Lord as the planter and the source of living water, culminating in the promise that such individuals will be called trees of righteousness for His glory.
The Behavior of Onesiphorus
Sermonette by Jared M. EllisOnesiphorus stands out for his unwavering loyalty and selfless support of Paul during persecution. His actions, not his words, spoke volumes.
Ecclesiastes Resumed (Part One)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Ecclesiastes is perhaps the most practical book in the Old Testament, providing overviews of life-guiding advice, essentially a roadmap through the maze.
Ecclesiastes and the Feast of Tabernacles (Part 1)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughLove for this world will inevitably bring disillusionment. Because the world is passing away, our priorities should be to fear God and keep his commandments.