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Power Belongs to God (Part Two)
'Personal' from John W. RitenbaughWe must recognize that Satan's powers, though formidable, are strictly limited by God. As a magnificent and mighty being with innate abilities far beyond any fleshly creation, satan possesses significant strength, as seen in passages like Isaiah 14 and Ezekiel 28. However, his power is not unlimited. According to Job 1:6-12, satan operates only within the boundaries God has set, having only the power God created in him and the latitude to use it as God permits for His purposes. Despite the horrible events on earth that might suggest otherwise, satan's influence is always under God's sovereign control, meted out to accomplish what God desires.
Power Belongs to God (Part 2)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughGod's power is supreme and all-encompassing, extending over every aspect of creation, including the authority and influence of satan. The scriptures reveal that satan can do nothing against the sons of God unless God permits it. God oversees our preparation for the Kingdom of God, using even satan as a tool in His hands. A protective wall is placed around us by God, with the command to satan, "This far, and no further." Satan's power is limited to what God allows, and when God chooses, He can cut off that power entirely. Even an angel with lesser authority can restrain satan under God's command. Ultimately, satan must bow before God's power, demonstrating that all authority and strength reside with God alone.
Who Is the 'God of This World'? (Part Two)
Sermonette by David C. GrabbeAs Moses had to veil his luminous face, so, metaphorically, the God of this age mercifully blinds carnal individual for now because light hurts their eyes.
God's Sovereignty and the Church's Condition (Part One)
'Personal' from John W. RitenbaughHow involved in man's affairs is God? Is He merely reactive, or does He actively participate—even cause events and circumstances, particularly in the church?
The Providence of God (Part One)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughCalamities, trials, anxiety, evil, and calamities, as well as blessings, happen to Christians in order to become fashioned and molded into God's image.
Satan (Part 1)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe origins of our adversary, Satan the Devil, and his host of fallen angels or demons. God has promised us protection if we yield to and obey Him.
The Sovereignty of God (Part Five)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughA converted person, accepting God's specific care with His children, realizes that both prosperity and deprivation are tools in the Creator's workshop.
Satan (Part 2)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughSatan uses disinformation, spread through false ministers/prophets, teaching smooth things that destroy. We must test the spirits to ensure a teaching is from God.
Satan (Part 5)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughTo resist the Devil is to resist unlawful desires, not allowing him to manipulate our emotions. Satan works on fear of being denied something pleasurable.
Image and Likeness of God (Part Three)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe numerous scriptural references to angelic beings indicate that the spiritual entities have tangible substance. God is not a universal nothingness.
Darts
Sermon by John O. ReidWe must put on the full armor of God to stand against the demonic principalities, an army of 1/3 of the angels, bent on the destruction of God's elect.
Where Does Righteousness Come From?
Sermonette by David C. GrabbeJob was righteous because of the work of God, forming his righteousness out of nothing, guiding events and providing an environment in which character was formed.
Conspiracy Theory (Part Nine)
Commentary by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The belief that technology has made us better is really a facade, masking the reality that intangible factors of love and hope have hopelessly deteriorated.
Conspiracy Theory (Part Twelve)
Commentary by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Satan has orchestrating his plans for hundreds of years, employing gullible human beings who may not know that they are being used in his service.
Being Alert to Our Enemy
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Like the cycles of the seasons, the events of prophecy follow natural progressions. God has given ample warnings to His prophets to prepare His people.
Hedged About on Every Side
'Ready Answer' by StaffSatan accused God of hedging Job about on every side, saying that if God would let down the hedge, they could see what Job was really made of.