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The Names of God
'Ready Answer' by Martin G. CollinsThe name *Shadday* (H7706), as part of *El Shaddai*, reveals a profound aspect of God's nature, meaning the Almighty, All-Sufficient God. This name underscores His boundless power and sufficiency, reflecting attributes that demand reverence and awe. Among the many Hebrew names used to describe His character, *El Shaddai* emphasizes His ability to sustain and provide for all creation. When we approach Him, it is not the pronunciation of *Shadday* that matters most, but the deep respect and obedience we show to the One who embodies this name, recognizing His supreme authority and strength.
The Father-Son Relationship (Part Two)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe apostle John, in his Gospel, conveys that Jesus, referred to as the Word or Expression, comprehensively manifests the God of the Old Testament, known to the Jews by names such as Yahweh, Eloah, El, Yah, Adonai, and Shadday. John asserts that Jesus is the same One through whom the Father, Absolute Deity, has always expressed Himself to mankind throughout the ages of Israel's history. He emphasizes that this Expression, Jesus, points toward God, guiding others to Him through word and example, embodying the continuation of God's unfolding purpose and plan as the Image of the invisible and inaudible God.

God's Non-Transmittable Attributes (Part One): Omnipotence
Bible Study by Martin G. CollinsGod refers to Himself by the Hebrew word *Shadday*, which means the Almighty, in many instances in the Old Testament, especially in the book of Job. This name underscores His supreme power and authority, highlighting that He ultimately reigns in the universe and beyond, with all power and authority originating from Him. As the Almighty, He is described as having the power to do all His pleasure and to see to the fulfillment of His plans without fail. He is referred to as Almighty 48 times in the Old Testament and nine times in the New Testament, emphasizing His infinite power to accomplish whatever He pleases, though always in accordance with His perfect, divine nature.
The Commandments (Part Four)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughThe prohibition against taking God's name in vain is the least understood commandment. When we bear God's name, we are to bear His character and nature.
The Father-Son Relationship (Part Three)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe Father and Son are separate; the Father is the source of all power, while the Son serves as the channel through which we interface with the Father.
Job and Self-Evaluation (Part One): Job's Character
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe lessons of the book of Job, which carry distinct New Covenant insights, applies to all. Job was complete, yet had spiritually stalled.
The Greatness of God's Power
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsPaul emphasized the power of God living in us through the Holy Spirit to enable us to develop into His family. Through God's power, we will triumph over death.
Made Alive by Exceeding Greatness!
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsGod granted humans a limited measure of power and dominion at creation, but not until the Day of Pentecost of 31 AD did their potential become fully operative.
Facing Times of Stress: Faithfulness
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsPrayers often become difficult because we fail to add thanksgiving, praise or adoration toward God. Thankfulness is an obligation to which we are bound.
Would Our God Do That?
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe distorted perception of Jesus as an effeminate and ineffective Savior fails to understand that He is the so-called stern God of the Old Testament.