Does God Allow the Hunting and Killing of Animals?
Bible Questions & AnswersIt is not against God's will to kill and use animals for food, nor is it wrong to kill predators. This does not mean that game should be killed recklessly.
Why Are Animals Hostile and Violent Toward Humans and Animals (Isaiah 11:6)?
Bible Questions & AnswersThere is a reason the world—including the animal kingdom—suffers violence. Before sin entered, God's creation was one of total harmony and peace.
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.
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.
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 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.