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Does Scripture Allow for Killing in Self-Defense?
'Ready Answer' by David C. GrabbeMany believe that we are allowed to take another's life in defense of our own, God's Word distinguishes only between accidental and premeditated killing.
Does God Ever Sin?
Sermonette by Austin Del CastilloDeliberate killing, such as Cain slaughtering Abel, is a heinous sin, but accidental killing without malice or enmity was managed differently.
A Problem With No Present Solution
Commentary by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Gun control was attempted in Dodge City but rejected when it was discovered that the evil doers had the upper hand if the populace could not defend itself.

The Sixth Commandment
'Personal' from John W. RitenbaughThe sixth commandment, forbidding murder, is rare among the Ten Commandments in that a clear line can be drawn between its commission and its consequences.

Watch and Vigilantly Prepare
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsWe are ambassadors in a foreign land, awaiting the return of Christ, when we will help our Warrior King subdue all the rebellious nations of the earth.

All Nations Before Him Are As Nothing!
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsGod used the unconverted Israelites as His instrument of removal of the Canaanites, but showed them the fruits of war, including captivity for disobedience.
Acts (Part Twenty-Three)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughPaul established his identity and credentials as a Jew in order to build a foundation from which to provide a logical defense of his 'apostasy'.
A Christian's Information Filter
CGG Weekly by Richard T. RitenbaughPeople make judgments—sometimes consciously, but probably more often unconsciously—about what goes into their minds, and this has an effect over time.

Taking an Insult
Sermon by Ted E. BowlingAs God's called-out saints, we are mandated to embrace a "foot-washing attitude," constituting a daily commitment to humility, forgiveness, and selfless service to God, our spiritual siblings, and our neighbors. Referencing David's restraint toward Shimei in II Samuel 16 and 19, and Our Savior's teachings in Matthew 5:38-42, we are to resist retaliating against insults, but to respond to offences with grace and forbearance. When Jesus commands us to turn the other cheek and go the extra mile, he never presented that option as weakness and timidity, but as powerful demonstrations of spiritual maturity, reflecting God's character. When we consider David's dignity in the face of insult, coupled with Jesus Christ's incredible love for His enemies, we believers are prompted to trust God's justice, responding with humility. True spiritual strength lies in meekness rather than revenge. Emulating godly meekness strengthens our witness to a hostile world.
Hedging Our Bet
Sermonette by Joseph B. BaityMankind desires to see into the future to control what is to come, realizing that knowing a future outcome can take the hazard out of decision-making.
How Far Have We Fallen? (Part Two)
Commentary by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Keeping God's laws becomes dangerous in a godless society, in which bribery is good, homosexuality is good, murder is good, theft is good, and sin is good.
Acts (Part Twenty-Four)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughAs Paul is miraculously rescued and taken to Caesarea, he uses every trial as an opportunity to bear witness to Christ, preaching the Gospel.