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Sign of the Times

CGG Weekly by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

Injustice in all its forms is a sign of the time. God will not let too much time slip by before He begins to require true justice—and it will come at His hand.

A Gift Opens Doors

Commentary by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)

The bribe seems to be the magic elixir designed to turn a moral man into a pragmatic amoral man.

Coming Home to Roost

CGG Weekly by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

At the root of American industry's troubles are policies and practices that will result in conflict, injustice, and the demise of many companies.

The Commandments (Part Seventeen)

Sermon/Bible Study by John W. Ritenbaugh

Wealth accumulated by honest work and diligence will be blessed, but hastily acquired by any kind of theft or dishonesty will be cursed.

The Eighth Commandment (1997)

'Personal' from John W. Ritenbaugh

We can steal by burglary, larceny, embezzlement, robbery, shoplifting, or plagiarizing. We can defraud, hold up, lift, loot, pinch, pilfer, snatch and swindle.

The Same Plumb Line

Commentary by David C. Grabbe

A former president was sexually immoral, lied with impunity, and misused his position. The same is true of the current one. Will we apply God's standard equally?

Micah (Part Two): Rest for the Restless

Sermon by Martin G. Collins

Micah describes the current state of America, in which the former checks and balances between the three branches of government have rapidly deteriorated,

The Eighth Commandment

Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)

Though God indicts Gentile nations for violent crimes, He indicts Israelitish nations for untrustworthiness and their tendency to defraud or misrepresent.

The Heart of a Leader (Part Three)

CGG Weekly by David C. Grabbe

David's judgment on behalf of poor Mephibosheth shows the lovingkindness that was at his core, and we can catch a glimpse of the heart that was like God's.

On Taking Bribes

Commentary by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)

Once the electorate understands it can "get something" from the government, democracy will disintegrate into self-centered coalitions, grasping for handouts.

The Beast and Babylon (Part Nine): Babylon the Great

'Personal' from John W. Ritenbaugh

For being a religious book, the Bible contains an unusual number of references to harlotry! Yet they provide understanding of the great harlot of Revelation.

Amos (Part Eight)

Sermon/Bible Study by John W. Ritenbaugh

Amos severely chides Israel for exalting symbolism over substance, superstitiously trusting in locations where significant historical events occurred.

Micah (Part Three): Who Is a God Like You?

Sermon by Martin G. Collins

Micah 5 describes legal proceedings against the people who have rejected God, promising a harsh retribution but future restoration for a physical remnant.

Supernatural Gifts

Sermonette by Mark Schindler

Attitude, attitude, and attitude should lead us to correctly estimate the value of God's spiritual gifts.

Biblical Principles of Justice (Part Two)

Sermon by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

Are we ready, at this stage in our spiritual growth, to apply chapter and verse all the biblical principles that apply to a case?

The Tenth Commandment

Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)

Coveting begins as a desire. Human nature cannot be satisfied, nothing physical can satisfy covetousness, and joy does not derive from materialism.

Ecclesiastes Resumed (Part Thirty-Three): Ecclesiastes 8:10-9:1

Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

For the called, enjoying life's pleasures should not be the top priority, but rather seeking first the kingdom of God, trusting that physical things will be added.

The Chemistry of Government

Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh

Expectation of reward, fear of disadvantage, and charisma all constitute the chemistry of government and childrearing, but require the right proportion.