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Strategies for Interfacing with Babylon without Becoming Assimilated (Part Five)
Sermon by David F. MaasThe Council of Nicaea, convened in 325 AD, marks a significant historical moment where the Trinity doctrine was first proposed. This doctrine was later officially adopted at the Council of Constantinople in 381 AD, enforced by influential figures who also abolished the seventh day Sabbath. Emperor Constantine, alongside Bishop Eusebius, played a pivotal role in these changes, including issuing a decree on March 7, 321 AD, making Sunday an official day of rest and worship. Constantine's involvement extended to the formulation of the Nicene Creed, which emerged from the First Council of Nicaea and was amended at the First Council of Constantinople, shaping key doctrinal statements about the nature of God. Despite his influence, Constantine's personal beliefs and actions, including his continued association with sun-worship and questionable moral conduct, cast doubt on the integrity of the doctrinal decisions made under his authority.
Is New Year's Eve a Pagan Holiday?
'Ready Answer' by Mike FordThe Council of Nicea, convened in 325 AD, played a significant role in shaping early Christian practices, including the establishment of key dates and observances. It was at this council that the groundwork for aligning Christian celebrations with existing pagan traditions began to take shape, influencing the timing and nature of holidays that would later emerge. This historical event marks a pivotal moment in the integration of cultural practices into the Christian calendar, setting a precedent for the adaptation of various customs over time.
Misconceptions and Malarkey About the Holy Spirit (Part One)
'Ready Answer' by David F. MaasThe Trinity doctrine was introduced rather late in the history of the Christian church by the Cappadocian Fathers: Basil, Gregory of Nyssa, and Gregory Nazianzus. It received formal approval at the Council of Constantinople in AD 382. Prior to this time, the concept of the Trinity was not given serious consideration by any group proclaiming to follow Christ.
Something Fishy
Sermonette by Mike FordCatholics eat fish on Friday as a form of penance, commemorating Christ's supposed death on 'Good' Friday. During pagan Lent, eating fish on Friday is mandatory.
The Woman Atop the Beast (Part 1)
'Prophecy Watch' by Richard T. RitenbaughRevelation 17 depicts a fallen woman astride a beast, drunk with the blood of God's saints. Whom does this image represent? History makes the answer plain!
The Trinity and the Holy Spirit (Part Two)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The Father and the Son are two separate personalities, with the Father having pre-eminence. The Bible contains no evidence of a third person in the God family.
The Trinity and the Holy Spirit (Part One)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The true understanding of Elohim dismantles the entire trinity argument. God is reproducing Himself; we are being prepared to become a part of Elohim.
Foundation of Sand
Sermonette by Craig SablichPaul warned the Colossians of scholarly men who would try to mix God's truth with vain philosophy based on the tradition of men instead of Jesus Christ.
Easter: Origins and Implications
Sermonette by Richard T. RitenbaughThe only biblical reference to 'Easter' (in some versions) is a mistranslation of 'Passover.' Easter comes from the Assyrian fertility goddess Ishtar.
Is New Year's Eve Pagan?
Sermonette by Mike FordNew Year's celebrations often involve drunkenness, debauchery, and adultery. God commands us to separate ourselves from these customs and traditions of the world.
Why Passover and Not Easter?
CGG Weekly by Richard T. RitenbaughThe Catholic Church did not forbid keeping the Passover until AD 325. The controversy over Passover or Easter boils down to following Scripture or Roman tradition.
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).
The Plain Truth About Easter
Herbert W. Armstrong BookletEaster is not a Christian name, but belongs to the idolatrous 'queen of heaven.' Here are the origins of Easter eggs and sunrise services, which pre-date Christ.
The Nature of God: Elohim
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughUnderstanding Elohim teaches us about the nature of God and where our lives are headed. Elohim refers to a plural family unit in the process of expanding.
Many Are Called, But Few Are Chosen (Part Two)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsDespite the Council of Laodicea's condemnation of the Sabbath, a group of believers termed Paulicians kept God's laws and resisted the heresy from Rome.
God the Father in the Old Testament
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe Hebrew Scriptures reveal the existence of the Father. Deuteronomy 6:4 refers to God as one, signifying unity of purpose and identical character.
Does Doctrine Really Matter? (Part Fourteen)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughGod has sanctified no day other than the Sabbath. Sunday worship is a pagan deviation, perpetuated by Gnosticism, a movement that despises God's laws.
Bible Answers to The Da Vinci Code
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughDan Brown says that Mary Magdalene was Christ's wife, allegedly 'the disciple whom Jesus loved.' Scripture never hints at personal intimacy between them.
The Resurrection: A Central Pillar
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughChrist's resurrection is of paramount importance to us, because Jesus alone has the keys to our own resurrection and eternal life as firstfruits.