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The Glorification of Evil
CGG Weekly by David C. GrabbeHalloween, beginning at sunset on October 31, is a glorification of evil, with Satan the devil as its central figure. Recognized as the evil one, he and his demons are called evil spirits, ruling over a deceived world. Evil stands as the antithesis of the eternal life that comes from knowing the Father and the Son. It is not merely unpleasant but contains malignancy, something purposefully injurious or intentionally unkind, designed to harm life or liveliness. The rituals of Halloween, both ancient and modern, revel in trickery, sorcery, spiritism, and the dark ways of the evil one, promoting neither life nor the values Christians should uphold. Christians are urged to abstain from every form of evil, choosing between life and evil, as they are mutually exclusive. The greater challenge lies in combating the evil within, promoted by Satan since the Garden of Eden, permeating the world through harmful actions like cutting words, deception, manipulation, and self-centeredness. Yet, those in whom God dwells have the means to overcome evil with good through the eternal life available in relationship with God, a life of the highest quality, free from evil, as God lived it while human.
Hating Evil, Fearing God
'Ready Answer' by David C. GrabbePaul warns against mixing good and evil, as the fruit is wickedness. The proper fear of the Lord plays a significant role in ridding evil from our lives.
The Gift of Discerning Spirits
'Ready Answer' by David F. MaasGod gives the ability to determine the source of a spiritual manifestation. However, this gift depends on a thorough knowledge and understanding of God's Word.
The Spirit World
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThough many popular notions of angels come from non-biblical sources, the Bible offers the most accurate insights into their role, nature, and function.
Testing the Spirits (Part 1)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsThe Apostle John exhorts us to test and discern the spirits, judging between the true and the false, using the scripture as the steady standard of truth.
April Murder
CGG Weekly by Richard T. RitenbaughIn the past fourteen years, 292 people were killed in four April mass murders in the United States, and perhaps others could be added to the tally.
Communication and Coming Out of Babylon (Part 2)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughAll of us are influenced by the culture of the world, guided and inspired by the prince of the power of the air. Satan has deceived the whole world.
The Occult
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsThe Bible condemns divination, necromancy, soothsayers, sorcery, spiritism and witchcraft, identifying all these practices as abominations, based on demonism.
Halloween
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughTrue Christians do not celebrate Halloween. It is pagan in origin and practice and will destroy one's relationship with God. Light and darkness cannot mix.
Communication and Leaving Babylon (Part One)
'Personal' from John W. RitenbaughWe are open to invisible communication from the spirit world—communication designed to conform us to the course of this world. Recognizing it is vital.
The Book of Daniel (Part Seven)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsDaniel's efficacy in prayer resulted in his view of God's omnipotence and absolute sovereignty. God has a timetable in world history.
The Sovereignty of God: Part Five
'Personal' from John W. RitenbaughIs God sovereign over angels? What about mankind's choices? God's sovereignty is absolute as He directs events toward the culmination of His plan.
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.
Communication and Coming Out of Babylon (Part 3)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughGod commands us to come out of Babylon, giving us spiritual resources to do so, including faith, vision, hope, and love. These come through knowing Him.