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Lessons From Saul and David

Sermon by Ted E. Bowling

God chose both Saul and David, the first complying with the people's choice (judging by outward appearance and stature), the second by judging inwardly.

Beating the Rat Race (Part Three)

CGG Weekly by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

In these tumultuous times, if we really want to know what God is trying to tell us, we need to calm down, be still, and listen intently to His Word.

Portrait of a King

Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

God's church is the world's largest preparatory royal academy. Deuteronomy 17 provides basic instructions for kings as God has intended.

Preparing To Be King

Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

Our life is intended to be preparation for rulership in the Kingdom of God. The Bible has included instructions for preparing for rulership.

Are You Envious or Content?

Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Mike Ford

Envy is a work of the flesh, involving coveting. A significant example of envy is found in the relationship of the two wives of Elkanah, Hannah and Peninnah.

Don't Stop, Keep Moving

Sermon by Mike Ford

The priest Eli is a tragic example of someone who began his tenure with energy, but coasted into complacency, eventually winking at flagrant sin in his sons.

Is America a Christian Nation? Summary (Part Two)

Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)

The following seven points refute the unsubstantiated claim that America ever was, or continues to be, a Christian nation.

After God's Own Heart

Sermon by Ronny H. Graham

Though David certainly broke all of God's Ten Commandments, he also repented continually, cognizant of the fear of losing God's Holy Spirit.

What Happened at En Dor?

Article by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

Saul's visit to the witch at En Dor has sparked several misconceptions, yet Scripture is consistent in its stance against witchcraft and divination.

The Fear of God (Part Three)

Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh

After the Spirit of God is imparted, removing the fear of men and installing the life-sustaining fear of God, the real dramatic growth takes place.

Magic Doesn't Work (Part One)

Sermon by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

While God is consistently depicted as working, magic seemingly provides a shortcut that bypasses overcoming and growth, attaining something for nothing.

Should We Make Vows Today?

Article by John O. Reid

We can promise to change our lives in return for a request we ask from God, but should we do this? Although not forbidden, making vows is a risky business.

Martha, Martha

Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Mark Schindler

Martha used her gifts, but to an excessive extreme. Jesus had to reel her in, setting her on a more productive course. We must use our gifts responsibly.

Poor Choices

Sermon by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

Human beings with carnal minds, when faced with a choice between God (or a God-fearing man) or Satan (or a scoundrel) will automatically choose the scoundrel.