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Many Princes
CGG Weekly by David C. GrabbeIf a people turn from righteousness, a natural consequence is greater human oversight in one form or another. This is seen in the world and the church.
A Government to Fear (Part Seven)
Commentary by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Even though Western governments are comparatively less tyrannical than their Gentile counterparts, they too can force their ways on the populace.
Expanding Government
CGG Weekly by Richard T. RitenbaughAmerican government has so expanded that it requires whole libraries to contain the verbiage of the executive, legislative, and judicial contributions.
Mightier Than The Sword (Part Eight)
Commentary by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Rousseau crafted the blueprint followed by proponents of socialist/communistic governments, disparaging private property, free enterprise, and the family.
Self-Government (Part Two)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)If we govern ourselves, God will take care of us. Government of any kind will not work unless people govern their own nature. Self-control enables us to show love.
Anarchy in God's Church? (Part Two)
CGG Weekly by David C. GrabbeNumerous biblical examples show the authority and structure of the church. However, they will hold little weight if we feel our experience invalidates them.
Mightier Than The Sword (Part Seven)
Commentary by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Rousseau's modern disciples, gaining ascendancy in today's political climate, have plans to dismantle the family, replacing it with the State.
How Does God View Human Government?
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsAs obnoxious as tyrannical power may seem, we have the obligation to behave lawfully. Even the vilest of leaders has been allowed by God to rule.
Quarantine of A Global Killer!
Commentary by Martin G. CollinsDisease epidemics threaten the world not only through misery and death, but also by enabling governments to increase their power over their citizens.
Authority: Why So Many Resent It
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsPride, the father of all sins, is the source of self-exaltation, self-justification and the despising of authority. It cloaks rebellion in a deceptive appeal.
The Chemistry of Government
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughExpectation of reward, fear of disadvantage, and charisma all constitute the chemistry of government and childrearing, but require the right proportion.
Servant Leadership: Practical Meekness
'Ready Answer' by David F. MaasMuch has been said and written about leadership in the church in the past several years. Godly leadership is an outworking of the virtue of meekness.
Did the Early Church Practice Socialism? (Part Three)
CGG Weekly by David C. GrabbeGod's Word encourages a strong work ethic, something socialism tends to discourage. Work produces profit, from which a person can generously give to others.