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God Works in Mysterious Ways (Part Three)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe unconverted believe to their satisfaction that God indeed does exist but in overwhelming numbers they still choose to believe that He really does not mean what He clearly says. The unconverted are without valid excuse because God's reality is easily seen. Paul is not saying that the unconverted will lose their opportunity for salvation because they reject clear proof for God's existence and rulership. What God is saying is that the unconverted are without valid excuse because God's reality is easily seen from what He has made. We do not literally have to see Him to know that He exists. We can learn about Him from what He has made.
God Works In Marvelous Ways (Part Four)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughUnconverted people who are not Israelites possess a measure of truth from God's Word. They complain about the way God manages events because they consider those events always in flux with nothing accomplished or resolved. Those totally unconverted complain so much because even Israelites who received gifts from God that no other people on earth received still complained and felt taken advantage of. The unconverted remain impatient and blame God despite the blessings given freely to the Israelitish people by comparison. This human failing of complaint does not disappear upon conversion because it has been practiced throughout life.
God Works in Mysterious Ways (Part Four)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe apostle Paul describes two different kinds of people, converted and unconverted. The people who are carnally minded are those who focus on and have a very difficult time drawing their mind away from earthly things. This is one reason why unconverted mankind is without excuse regarding God's existence. It is the earthly focus of the carnal nature that is a far greater problem than God's existence and the creation having taken place. That is why God says they are without excuse, these unconverted people. The creation of all these animals is purposeful almost to an extreme as though mankind could not possibly miss it but they have. That is why God says they are without excuse these unconverted people. He created this vast array and variety for our learning for our enjoyment and for our use in living life in the environment fulfilling a purpose by designing a way of life. He also prepared for us to accomplish as we live. He designed and built earth that we might learn of Him and His Father by studying into what He created.
God Works in Marvelous Ways (Part Two)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughGod's mysteries have been in plain sight from the beginning of time, but carnality has obscured them from mankind.
Where Do We Fit?
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The church exists because of what God has purposed and done, not because anything we have done. When pride exists within us, God can do nothing with us.
The Wonderful, Powerful Gift of God's Holy Spirit
Sermon by John O. ReidWhen we receive God's Spirit, we cannot escape the responsibility of using it, being a light to the world in the correct way of living. Hi Spirit is His power.
Appreciate the Gift
Sermonette by James BeaubelleWe should continually choose to look at the work God is doing in our lives and take advantage of the new knowledge imparted to us by the Holy Spirit.
Living By Faith and Human Pride
'Personal' from John W. RitenbaughGod wants us to walk—live our lives—by faith, but our pride and vanity frequently get in the way. Critically, pride causes us to reject God and His Word.
God's Sovereignty and the Church's Condition (Part Two)
'Personal' from John W. RitenbaughGod's hand was definitely involved in the scattering of the church. We should respond by growing and preparing ourselves for His Kingdom.
Wilderness Wanderings (Part Three) - Handpicked Children
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)God has allowed carnal nature to remain in His people so He can determine whether they seriously want to defeat the downward pulls of the flesh.
The Faithfulness of God (Part Three)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)God is absolutely faithful to His promises. We attain salvation is entirely by grace; God owes us absolutely nothing.
God Works in Marvelous Ways (Part One)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughFalse doctrines cut people off from a wholesome relationship with God. Doctrinal purity is measured according to how one emulates Christ.
Wilderness Wanderings (Part One)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Israel's trek was not only a physical journey, but a mental wandering caused by rejecting God's leadership. The potential to sin is a test of resolve.
Without a Parable
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Christ's judgments are made according to what each person has been given. We need to internalize this practice of evaluating, especially regarding a brother.