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Does God Allow the Hunting and Killing of Animals?
Bible Questions & AnswersIn the beginning, God gave man dominion over the fish, the birds, and the beasts of the earth. God also inspired scriptures to identify which kinds of animals, fish, and fowl He created to be eaten by humans, including game animals. It is not against God's will to catch, kill, and use animals for food, nor is it wrong to kill predators, as David killed a lion and a bear that threatened his sheep. However, game should not be killed indiscriminately or recklessly, and leaving a carcass to rot after taking only antlers or horns is wrong. The humane culling of herds like deer and bison is necessary and merciful for the conservation of nature. God gives mankind permission to kill animals for food, affirming that it is not wrong to do so.
Why Are Animals Hostile and Violent Toward Humans and Animals (Isaiah 11:6)?
Bible Questions & AnswersIn the beginning, God's creation existed in total harmony and peace. However, due to disobedience and rebellion, the earth came under a curse, altering the nature of most wild animals to become fierce and hostile toward man and each other. Instead of being a help to man, the earth turned into a hostile environment. Yet, there is hope for restoration. When Jesus Christ intervenes and establishes God's Kingdom on earth, the nature of animals will return to gentleness and tameness. As foretold, the wolf shall dwell with the lamb, the leopard shall lie down with the young goat, the calf and the young lion and the fatling together, and a little child shall lead them. The cow and the bear shall graze, their young ones shall lie down together, and the lion shall eat straw like the ox. Even the nursing child shall play by the cobra's hole, and the weaned child shall put his hand in the viper's den. They shall not hurt nor destroy in all His holy mountain. When the influence of the devil is removed, the nature of animals, including poisonous snakes and spiders, will be changed, bringing peace and prosperity to the entire earth.
Beasts Among Us
Sermonette by Ronny H. GrahamProphecy warns about wild beast ascendancy at the end times. The increase in predatory and non-predatory animals is a precursor to the pale horse curse.
Lessons From the Animals
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughMankind has been given dominion or responsibility for the care of animal life, preserving and embellishing their environment, as God would take care of them.
The Beasts Among Us
'Prophecy Watch' by Ronny H. GrahamProphecy tells us that one of the plagues of the end time concerns attacks by wild beasts. Here is how this may be coming to pass.
Animals of Israel
Sermonette by Ronny H. GrahamAnimals often serve to symbolically represent human traits, and Jacob referred to some of his offspring in Genesis 49 as having animal characteristics.
The Spiraling Impact of Alien Invasion
Commentary by Martin G. CollinsA real alien invasion has been underway by such species as flying silver carp, Asian tiger mosquitoes, Burmese pythons, feral hogs, and zebra mussels.
Sky Like Iron, Earth Like Bronze
'Prophecy Watch' by Richard T. RitenbaughJust about half of the continental United States suffers under severe drought conditions. And lack of water is not the only thing we need to worry about.
Acts (Part Sixteen)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughWe must always conduct ourselves with the long-term spiritual interests of others in mind, being sensitive to the conscience and scruples of others.
Elisha, the Young Men, and the She-Bears
'Ready Answer' by Ted E. BowlingSome see Elisha's encounter with the youths of Bethel and the she-bears in II Kings 2:23-24 as cruel and vengeful. The narrative tells a different story.
The Four Horsemen (Part Five): The Pale Horse
'Prophecy Watch' by Richard T. RitenbaughDeath rides a ghastly pale horse and is accompanied by Hades. The Four Horsemen picture God's judgment due to man's rejection of His way of life.
The Handwriting Is on the Wall (1994)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughWithout God's Spirit, mankind is guided by another spirit, leading to destructive consequences, made all the more menacing by increased technological capabilities.
In the Woods
Sermonette by Austin Del CastilloIn the woods, or out in pristine nature, too many people project safety and serenity, prompting them to take no defense with them against predators.
The Meek
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughMeekness is the opposite of weakness, exemplifying self-control under immense pressure, demonstrated by Jesus refusing to retaliate.
Bugs and Beasts
CGG Weekly by Richard T. RitenbaughThrough Amos, God shows us that He uses natural disasters to show His displeasure. If we believe that God is Creator, we should ask ourselves why things occur.
Make Sure of Your Focus (1998)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughOur focus should be to seek God's kingdom, reciprocating God's love, committing ourselves to a life of service, fulfilling His purpose without complaining.